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Old 05-05-2004, 09:18 PM
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Can you install a new head unit in an RX-8

Hi, I just want to know if you can change the radio that comes with the car. I want an MP3 CD player like a Rockford Fosgate, but because of the way the console is designed, it doesn't look like you can do this. Can you?
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Not until someone comes out what a kit to allow a DIN (or double DIN) sized head unit to fit in the stock opening. No one has released one yet.
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yes you can change it but you cant mount the headunit in the dash
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Re: Can you install a new head unit in an RX-8

Originally posted by FlyEvolution
I want an MP3 CD player like a Rockford Fosgate, but because of the way the console is designed, it doesn't look like you can do this.
I believe Mazda produces an official CD/MP3 player option that fits in the top half of the "circle". It's only a single disc system, but it's official Mazda parts and will thus fit right into the fascia (plus I would hope it should plug into the LED display, too...)

Here's the URL to the Mazda USA RX8 accessories page:
http://accessories.mazdausa.com/comm...Code=RX8#10763

The top entry is a CD/MP3 player, which apparently retails for $325.

...Paul
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I have the mp3 option,the display shows the song,it's cool.
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I might have to upgrade to the MP3 player, then... and I'm glad I didn't spring for the 6-disc changer immediately.

Ugh, this car is going to suck my account dry... All the things I want to buy for it already, and I haven't even experienced my first loan payment yet. :P

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