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Trying to install aftermarket radio HELP!

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Old 01-22-06, 06:54 PM
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Originally Posted by morris
Why dont you post the PDF so if anyone needs it in the future they can find it by searching for this thread?
Well I tried that. I tried several times uploading to my personal webspace and provide a link to it but each time a different part would be missing. Pictures, text etc. If I had somewhere to relaibly host it, I would put it there and link to it. Believe me, it would be easier than e-mailing each time.
Old 01-22-06, 08:47 PM
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if i would have seen this thread earlier..i would have gave ya the wiring schematics for the navi systemm..if anyone still need it just PM me...
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Originally Posted by LexTPOP
Well I tried that. I tried several times uploading to my personal webspace and provide a link to it but each time a different part would be missing. Pictures, text etc. If I had somewhere to relaibly host it, I would put it there and link to it. Believe me, it would be easier than e-mailing each time.
you dont have to host it anywhere you can just upload it here to the thread from your hard disk, just like a photo.
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It is larger than 5 megs. I will work on reducing it.
Old 01-24-06, 04:46 AM
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if it has pictures in it just reduce them in photoshop
Old 11-03-06, 10:33 PM
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back from the dead.

I got a 2003 GS and I plan to install an aftermarket radio.

I have searched for a wiring harness and have been unsuccessful.

I would like to utilize the factory AMP and do not want to cut any wires.

I have read from this thread that there was success with utilizing the factory AMP with aftermarket radio.

Please help.

Thank you
Old 02-20-08, 10:09 PM
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Originally Posted by istundra
back from the dead.

I got a 2003 GS and I plan to install an aftermarket radio.

I have searched for a wiring harness and have been unsuccessful.

I would like to utilize the factory AMP and do not want to cut any wires.

I have read from this thread that there was success with utilizing the factory AMP with aftermarket radio.

Please help.

Thank you


any updates??????
Old 02-20-08, 10:35 PM
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Yes.

I ended up bypassing the factory amp and using the aftermarket deck to power up the speakers.
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Originally Posted by istundra
Yes.

I ended up bypassing the factory amp and using the aftermarket deck to power up the speakers.
Here.... This should help, It helped me...
http://www.chrisandnat.com/projects/...s-gs-radio.htm
Download and read ALL of the PDF

-Joe
Old 05-28-08, 07:02 PM
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Hi,

I'm about to add a new head unit to my car. I have stock stereo now (Non Nak). It also has the 6 disc changer in the glove box, but i dont want to use that anymore.

Does anyone have that PDF guide "Exsys2000" was talking about? I would help me out a lot since he was able to use the STOCK AMP like i want to.

Thanks!!!
Old 05-28-08, 07:35 PM
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I just found a harness that is made to use the factory amp... Just do a google search for part number TA03B and it will show up. I think I am going to try it out, has anyone tried this harness out??
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Originally Posted by 99GS4
I just found a harness that is made to use the factory amp... Just do a google search for part number TA03B and it will show up. I think I am going to try it out, has anyone tried this harness out??
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Bringing this one back from the dead.

I as well am interested in a double din head unit but would rather use the factory amp and speakers instead of replacing everything. Has anyone found and used the TA038 wiring harness with any success?

Thanks
Old 04-05-09, 08:06 PM
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The instructions in the DIY section are really easy follow and are very straight forward. I used it when i did my install.
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Default 2002 Lexus GS 300

hey everyone, any help would be much appreciated here, as i'm really struggling...

I have a 2002 Lexus GS 300. Here's my problem: I tried to be a maverick and install my own after-market radio unit into my car. Thought it would be easy, obviously it wasn't...I ended up cutting my factory wiring harness right before the two plastic plugs that go directly into the factory radio...I'll try to post some pictures, below...

So I need to get a working radio. I think my two options are to try to go back to the original harness and solder it back together, or try to make it work with the nice
Pioneer after-market head unit (FH-X700BT Double-DIN) Pioneer after-market head unit (FH-X700BT Double-DIN)
and
Pioneer amplifier (GM-6500F) Pioneer amplifier (GM-6500F)
I have...

The problem is that i cut the wires and I even ripped out the crimped metal pieces in the plastic head part...so basically all i need is like the original factory wiring harness (the plastic, crimped plug pieces that are male and go directly into the factory head unit). Ideally, they would have about 6 inches or more of wiring coming out of them, so I could easily solder/connect them to the existing wires that are just simply hanging out of my car's dash right now.

These two things are on the way to my house today for delivery, so it may increase my odds of actually getting something done in my car:

Boss amp installer kit Boss amp installer kit

Metra 70-1761 Radio Wiring Harness For Toyota 87-Up Power 4 Speaker Metra 70-1761 Radio Wiring Harness For Toyota 87-Up Power 4 Speaker


Thanks guys...

- Jerry
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i remember this headache when i owned my gs, good luck


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