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Jul 2, 2017 | 01:22 PM

#16

LS430inDE.

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For all the questions you guys have about Grom, they seem to be really responsive on their YouTube videos. I'd suggest you read through all the comments, because I'm sure others had the same question as you guys, or you can simply ask the question again on their YouTube video.

Jul 5, 2017 | 07:11 AM

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jimisbell

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Where can you get those soft pry tools?

Jul 5, 2017 | 07:59 AM

#18

Tom57

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Originally Posted by gstern1994

It wasn't cheap - the install was done by Best Buy for $165, the Beat Sonic harness was $225 (from CAR ID), and the radio, install kit, and antenna adapters (from Crutchfeild) $460 and change after taxes.

From CAR ID

From Crutchfield

Very nice upgrade. Nice to see no posters (so far) complaining about the $225 cost of the wire harness interface as they did regarding the VaisTech MML

> https://www.clublexus.com/forums/ls-...-04-430-a.html

Once you get it dialed in, it would be great to get your full report.

Jul 5, 2017 | 11:12 AM

#19

NL5

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Quote:

Originally Posted by jimisbell

Where can you get those soft pry tools?

Most auto parts stores carry them, or search for trim pry tool on Amazon.

Jul 7, 2017 | 08:14 PM

#20

lildann

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Originally Posted by tallcaguy

Yes Grom is Android. I don't know how compatible it is w/ an iPhone. Can I still use Apple's Maps? Who knows. Also GROM uses the stock low resolution NAV screen. Prefer the OP's install but it's not an option on a NAV LS. I've been semi tempted to buy a Premium so I could do something like that JVC. Get a high resolution screen and high end stereo. Redoing the ML audio is difficult and incredibly expensive.

I have an 04 UL with nav and ML. I installed a Pioneer double din with a complete kit from Beat Sonic. It cost me about $400 but I'm really happy with it.

Jul 8, 2017 | 06:28 PM

#21

tallcaguy

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Quote:

Originally Posted by lildann

I have an 04 UL with nav and ML. I installed a Pioneer double din with a complete kit from Beat Sonic. It cost me about $400 but I'm really happy with it.

Nice install. Did you do it yourself? If so, difficult?

Jul 9, 2017 | 06:05 AM

#22

lildann

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Thanks. Yes I did it myself. Not too bad. The worst part is running the antenna wire. The factory antenna plugs into the Mark Levinson amp in the RR of the trunk. So you have to plug the antenna adapter in there and run it all the way up front. Not difficult, just tedious.

Jul 9, 2017 | 10:55 AM

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jimisbell

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You lost the CD changer, right ?

Jul 9, 2017 | 04:53 PM

#24

lildann

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Yes. I lost the cd changer and the little pop out tray/pocket.

Jul 10, 2017 | 01:42 PM

#25

Kira X

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I didn't realize that wiring harness cost so much. My sister needs one for her base model 02 LS but the harness costs more than the radio we're putting in the car.

Is there any cheaper alternatives? She wants to run aftermarket speakers, amps, and a sub.

Jul 10, 2017 | 05:11 PM

#26

NL5

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Kira X

Is there any cheaper alternatives? She wants to run aftermarket speakers, amps, and a sub.

You don't need the expensive harness if you are ditching the factory amp and speakers.

Jul 11, 2017 | 09:15 AM

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Kira X

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Originally Posted by NL5

You don't need the expensive harness if you are ditching the factory amp and speakers.

That's good to hear. I was planning on selling the factory speakers since we wouldn't have a use for them.

Jul 11, 2017 | 10:35 AM

#28

imdking

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Originally Posted by Kira X

That's good to hear. I was planning on selling the factory speakers since we wouldn't have a use for them.

Might as well just give them away.

Jul 11, 2017 | 02:25 PM

#29

regeenoble

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From: FL

Quote:

Originally Posted by aypues

not cheap. Has anyone installed this on here? I wonder how it works. I have a UL too, so a few functions are only accessible on the nav screen.
There was some setup awhile back where you could toggle between the interfaces, but cant remember the product.

I've had my vline since december. There were a few issues at first, but they were quickly resolved and Grom's customer service was responsive. I could not be happier with the added functionality of the vline. There are still a few quirks depending on how you use the unit, but I just use CarPlay and Waze and have not run into most of the things posted on the main vline thread.

If you have the scratch and are on the fence, I say go for it.

Jul 15, 2017 | 07:45 AM

#30

legend921

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Quote:

Originally Posted by regeenoble

Is it a responsive system? I am thinking about getting the V-Line to replace my VAISTECH. Also, do you have any pictures of the install on where and how you mounted the box?

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