[TR] MP3 / IPOD hidden stereo

[Ken Nachman]

Brad - Lots of questions: 
1) I have the speakers mounted in I think they are called the kidney pads
under the dash and another pair in the back upholstered panel. When I bought
the car it had some hideous white speakers some kid had installed. I
replaced them with black generic 6" speakers from eBay. My interior is black
so they are pretty much invisable. You should have seen the radio the DPO
had installed - it had a purple display that you couldn't turn off -- it
gave me a headache!
2) I installed the amp under the heater box above the transmission tunnel
behind a stock radio that doesn't work. I have an antenna but have never
used it.
3) I have an aftermarket power plug (cigarette lighter) hidden under the
dash connected to the accessory position on the ignition switch - remember
my car is a '69 model with a plinth mounted ignition switch. I usually use
it for the GPS on long(er) trips, but could connect the iPhone charger.
4) usually I put the phone on the passenger seat while driving because it
rings and I am a Realtor so I need to answer. My mobile office is often the
TR6.
Later 
Ken Nachman
'69 TR6

-----Original Message-----
From: Brad Kahler [mailto:bkahler1 at gmail.com] 
Sent: Sunday, July 08, 2012 11:21 AM
To: Ken Nachman
Cc: Triumphs
Subject: Re: [TR] MP3 / IPOD hidden stereo

Ken,

What type of speakers did you buy, where did you mount them and how did you
mount them?  Currently I have no sound system in the car.

Where did you mount the amplifier?  You're using it the way I envision using
one if I decide to go that route.  I don't care to install a radio/stereo
partly because I don't want to hassle with an antenna and also because my
radio plate has to cigarette lighter outlets in it.

Also where do you put your iphone while driving?

Thanks!

Brad

On Sat, Jul 7, 2012 at 4:56 PM, Ken Nachman <k_nachman at comcast.net> wrote:
> Brad - I recently installed this exact unit from Woody's into my '69 
> TR6. I removed a "modern" CD player the previous owner had installed. 
> I bought a new uncut dash support and put a period radio that is not 
> connected (but I guess I could have used a blanking plate). It looks 
> great and I play my iPod through my 4 speakers. Sounds good and I can even
hear it with the top down.
> I control the volume on my iPhone.
> Ken Nachman
> Richmond Triumph Register
> 1969 TR6
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Brad Kahler [mailto:bkahler1 at gmail.com]
> Sent: Friday, July 06, 2012 7:14 PM
> To: Triumphs
> Subject: [TR] MP3 / IPOD hidden stereo
>
> Anyone out there ever use a stereo like this for their car?  If so any 
> pros or cons.
>
> http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&vxp=mtr&item=36047149864
> 1#ht_8
> 32wt_1163
>
> Here is the description from the auction:
>
> This 5 1/4 by 3 1/4 by 1 1/2 inch compact yet powerful unit can be 
> hidden most anywhere and all functions are controlled directly from 
> your audio device Maintains your cars original stock interior appearance.
>
> 50 Watts per channel, four channels (4 speaker outputs).
> Plays through your existing 4 ohm speakers. Plenty of power for most 
> speakers.
> Includes power cord and speaker connections.
> 3.5 input for iPod/iPhone/ MP3 player (Cell phones, Microsoft Zune, 
> SanDisk Sansa, & Creative Zen) It's like a mini CD changer with way 
> more songs then any CD changer could hold.
> BONUS 3.5 to 3.5 input cable is included. (sd card, usb stick, mp3 
> player, ipod, iphone NOT INCLUDED) 20% the size and 1/3 the cost of 
> other hidden or "Secret Audio" systems.
> Why pay for more then you need?
> Includes Woody's Exclusive installation and operation instructions.
> Large print and in English!
> Will work in 6 volt vehicles and positive ground vehicles with 
> optional converter ($59) Requires 4 ohm speakers, original (old) 
> speakers may not sound good.
> Upgraded speakers are available (6.5, 5X7, 6X9, & 4X10 dual voice coil 
> or 5.25, 5 inch, 3.5, 4 inch speaker pairs)
> 1 Year Manufacturer Warranty
>
> Thanks,
>
> Brad