Re: Installing a RetroSound car radio in my 56 Clipper

Posted by JD in KC On 2009/5/27 12:13:51

I purchased a 6volt positive ground unit for my '50 Custom Sedan and it does what they say it will.

Pros:
.. I don't need to convert to 12 volt.
.. I don't have to hide a modern radio.
.. I don't need a 6->12 volt converter.
.. The dashboard remains totally stock.
.. Easily removable without a trace.
.. It works.

Cons:
.. It sounds like a 1950 Packard AM radio (well... it would, wouldn't it).

I just plug my iPod into the input cable which is routed into the glove box (didn't even require any new holes) and tune to around 10.00 on the dial and I have music, audio book, whatever. I mounted the unit to the back of the radio where there is ample room for it. I just wanted something to listen to other than the non-stop political crap, religious programming or programs in not-English that are all I can get on local AM radio. I wasn't looking for a 7.1 Surround Sound system with ear shattering bass.

Thanks for the tip Rowdy.

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