I found it: Lexus OE 5883124010E3

About $50.

 

https://www.discountpartsmonster.com...g-5883124010e3

 

I just installed my SC430 mods unit and have no issues with AM/FM not working. Maybe a connection on your unit went bad?

Here is my opinion on the matter. I think of this unit as more of a wireless AUX in than a full modern integration. For that purpose, this unit has exceeded my expectations. Very easy to connect my phone, sound quality is amazing compared to my bluetooth cassette adapter. I could have tried soldering and hacking my radio to achieve a similar result, but the time/effort involved and the risk of damaging my stereo was too much for me. The SC430 mods guy went through all of that to make a plug and play unit that just works (for my case, at least).

When the time comes that I want a fully integrated system, I'm going to just buy an entire android auto head unit and kit. I feel like these other kits that promise full integration into the factory system have too many quirks and compromises to justify the price tag. A popular unit I wanted to use (don't remember the name, but its mentioned on this forum) was great, except had a bug where it was registered as a bluetooth headphone in your phone, causing the phone to cut volume after X minutes to "protect your hearing". That's when I decided to just get a simple AUX type kit for now until I'm ready for a full head unit upgrade.

 

Got the Grom unit installed today. It does exactly what I want.

If only my "friends" at Google hadn't deprecated Android Auto for bluetooth only cars, things would be great. Teach me to blindly accept OS upgrades.

I tried AutoMate by Bit Spice. Development has ceased sometime back and a lot of things don't work like they are supposed to.

May just try to wrap my head around the new Android driving mode..

cheers

 

So, was driving to the store yesterday and decided to call home to remind my wife of something. Hey Google, dial XXX-XXX-XXXX, and the phone rings.

My wife answers and she can't hear me. Rinse and repeat a couple of times, same result. Pull over and check all the settings, nothing untoward to see here.

When I get home, I test the phone in my Pilot which has the GTA Car kit. Microphone works fine.

Submit a ticket to Grom yesterday, no response as of yet.

I have an ugly feeling I'm going to be sending this one back as well.

The only positive was I found a phone number to call that will echo back the voice track. Good for testing.

 

After a bit of to-ing and fro-ing with Grom, I will be returning the unit for a refund. They refuse to send me another one before getting the old one back. I'm trying to minimize the number of times I take the car apart.

So I ordered one from GTA Car Kit. Will remove the Grom and return when I install the GTA.

Geeze, who knew this would be such a pain?

 

Well,

The GTA Car Kit showed up and it's installed and it works fine. Should have done this from the get go. Oh well.

And yes, I got to pay shipping to send the defective adapter back to Grom.

Never again will I do business with these clowns.

 

As newbie '07 SC430 owner, after stumbling around various threads/posts, was wondering if there was any consensus on which specific model of GTA iproduct line is best solution.

I do not like older DVD dependent nav screen; want use of Google maps + keeping use of existing ML radio/sound system with added BT.

I'm DIY guy with average skills with electronics..

Thanks in advance for help & advice.

 

Could you please share which GTA Car Kit you got, the cost, and give a brief description of the install? I'm anxious to upgrade my 2008 in this manner if the price is affordable and the install isn't arduous.

 

Just a 'fyi' if anyone is looking for a SC430Mods Bluetooth-phone adapter I have one available. I used it for my Android phone tunes and phone calls for two months before replacing my head unit that came with those features.
It worked well for me (albeit Doobs noted shortcoming) given price, function and plug/play installation considerations, I was very satisfied with my purchase. Private message if interested. Thx

 

Sorry for the delayed response. Didn't see your request.

This is what I bought: https://www.gtacarkits.com/product/l...phone-aux-kit/

Maurizio does a much better job of installation video than I can:

My only advice outside of this is to cover the console with a towel to prevent the radio from scratching anything as there are a lot of sharp edges.

The unit works exactly as described.

Good luck,

 

"maxprm" I appreciate your endorsement. If you don't find anyone interested in buying it, I'll offer you $50 in store credit for a return.

 

I would like bluetooth adapter from maxrpm if it is still available

 

Sorry, I traded it back for credit toward my replacement Updated Nav unit.
Maxrpm

PS. You could contact SC430.com to see if they are still available.

 

I am having the same issue. Wish I read this post prior to ordering from Calvin. I ask for an RMA on June 7th, and been trying to contact him after. It's July 1st and no RMA ;-(