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I finally decided to convert the 2DIN stock radio bracket to accept a 2.5DIN setup. I have a 1 DIN Fold-Out LCD, a 1DIN Eclipse radio, and a 1/2 DIN EQ. I previously removed the cupholder to house the EQ and I think its about time to correct it. This is for anyone that has packed the dash full of goodies like myself. I threw in a LED relocate job on the EQ as a bonus! So here goes.

For those that do not know what a DIN is. 1 DIN is the size of a standard cd player. 2 DIN is twice as large. You can also have a 1.5 DIN or 2.5 DIN as is the case here. You will notice in the background of the first pic that I have my TV, Cd player, and EQ on top of each other.

1. Remove Radio2. Remove the units from the stock radio brakects.

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Here is the Left flattened bracket.

*Note*
For some crazy reason the Left and Right brackets are not the same before they are flattened so they definitely werent afterwards. Because of this you will find I had to mount each side differently.

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The next bit of work will be specific to the 1/2 DIN unit or the way you choose to stack your various equipment. Mark out a rough template and get to work.

3. The right bracket, when flattened as directed, will actually hang down and block the reinstallation of the radio. So I whipped out the trusty jigsaw and went to work. I know its crooked. You do NOT need to cut off anymore than what I cut to work around the blockage issue. So dont do that.

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When everything is buttoned back up it should look something like this. Minus the Smartphone of course, and yes that is the Firefox skin.

4. Pop the radio back in making sure not to overtighten the 8mm bolts because you WILL snap the head off. Cupholder goes back in before the grain around the shifter.

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The AudioControl Four.1 features a line driver which basically boosts the 4V (if your lucky) up to a maximum of 13v. Well, thats alot of juice, so AudioControl put a Overvolt indicator LED visible from only the top of the unit which we just covered up. Not anymore. The first picture highlights the problem.

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I do component level repair on laptops, amps, xbox's, cd players, and whatever else needs fixing. Be advised...Im not really sure if it voids the warranty but Im pretty sure. Here you will see the LED that has a protector to ensure it is not bent easily.

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Here is the tail I added. It looks alot easier if anyone is thinking this isnt easy.

*Added* Forgot to mention that removing the circuit board from the case will require you to remove the power button. Take something extremely small and get behind it. Force is NOT going to get it off, only a small wait while exerting minimal force from behind the ****.

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Here is what the EQ looks like stock. We are gonna put the LED centered above the word Equalize.

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I forgot what size hole I drilled but the new LED is much larger than the power indicator LED (red).

Its not centered because the bit slipped a tad. Too late now....oops

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And here it is...finally finished.

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The camera's optical image stabilization doesnt work well when the flash is off. You get the idea though.

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Thanks for waiting for me to finish the guide before anyone posted. Took me while to gather my thoughts between some of them. Hope you enjoy.

Coming up next is my How to Fix Cupholder Ejection - Pictorial. Tune in.

PM me for suggestions on Pictorials or what not. Im always needing to modify something or make something better.

lexusk8

Well you definitely took your time writing up your instructions, but most importantly they are clear and to the point. Excellent job putting up your DIY methods, and I enjoyed reading through them (esp. with pics included)

DaveGS4

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Very nice writeup lexbox, thanks for taking the time to share

BTW< noticed the strategic CL business card in the pic You must have gotten your window stickers.

juan01

Interesting. Now you need to cover the sides up!