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Old Apr 27, 2005 | 03:57 PM
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From: RogueValley, Oregon
Car: 84Z & Porsche
Engine: 427sbc - 471 - 850 Demon Claw
Transmission: Bowtie stage II TH700R4 - 10" 3000
Axle/Gears: 9 Bolt w/ 3:45's
Will it fit?

Will a 98-02 radio/cd fit in the radio slot, and fit the ThirdGen faceplate?

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Old Apr 28, 2005 | 08:01 AM
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A member here did it. Only minor modifications were necessary. I believe at the time he did it, he gave a play-by-play rundown that should give you all the info you need.
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Old Apr 28, 2005 | 08:17 AM
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From: RogueValley, Oregon
Car: 84Z & Porsche
Engine: 427sbc - 471 - 850 Demon Claw
Transmission: Bowtie stage II TH700R4 - 10" 3000
Axle/Gears: 9 Bolt w/ 3:45's
Will it fit?

I searched for that, but I will search more. Thanks, Ed.
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Old May 8, 2005 | 02:21 AM
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pretty sure it's the same din... the only modification I can think of is depth? maybe remove that metal bracket in the din opening at the rear...
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Old May 8, 2005 | 02:59 AM
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From: RogueValley, Oregon
Car: 84Z & Porsche
Engine: 427sbc - 471 - 850 Demon Claw
Transmission: Bowtie stage II TH700R4 - 10" 3000
Axle/Gears: 9 Bolt w/ 3:45's
Will it fit?

I searched and found a thread describing the install. The biggest obstacle was the AC/heater vents go through the rear lower area, and have to be cut out for the slightly larger Radio/CD to fit. I did not cut out the vents to fit as described, but used a steel bar approx 1” dia. heated to gently mold the vent plastic. I was able mold them inwards until the radio/cd cleared. Would have been neat to have the AC vents open in this area to cool the radio/cd, but I have a AC delete now - Oh well. Then again when the heater is blowing I felt it may over heat the unit somewhat, so the vents remain closed this way. Thanks every one for allot of help, Ed.
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