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Old Dec 7, 2020 | 10:21 PM
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Double Din install question

Most of the articles I've read on here seem to discuss only the bezel issue. I am attempting to install a Sony XAVV10BT (6.2" Screen). Are there any console modifications needed to install a double din? The unit does not seem to want to seat at the rear of the center console. I can't be sure what needs cut, if anything before I fabricate brackets. Any help with this would be appreciated.
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Old Dec 8, 2020 | 09:15 AM
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Re: Double Din install question

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Most of the articles I've read on here seem to discuss only the bezel issue. I am attempting to install a Sony XAVV10BT (6.2" Screen). Are there any console modifications needed to install a double din? The unit does not seem to want to seat at the rear of the center console. I can't be sure what needs cut, if anything before I fabricate brackets. Any help with this would be appreciated.
Usually the support brace between the sides of the console needs to be cut/removed for a Double Din to fit.
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Old Dec 8, 2020 | 09:33 PM
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Re: Double Din install question

I also had an issue with the ducts glued to the insides. There a bit tall/oversized for the two ducts coming from the dash. I sectioned about 1/2" from each.
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Old Jul 30, 2021 | 03:43 PM
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Double Din install Life hack

I got it to work, custom made brackets to install the stereo and to replace the HVAC controller bracket.






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Old Aug 2, 2021 | 09:56 AM
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Re: Double Din install Life hack

Where did you get the bezel?
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Old Aug 5, 2021 | 12:13 AM
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Re: Double Din install Life hack

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Where did you get the bezel?
eBay....

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Old Aug 5, 2021 | 08:26 AM
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Thanks! Looks better than the one I got.
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