New replacement radio for 55/56
Posted by Mathew Rattray On 2016/8/5 8:16:34
I thought this may be of some interest.
I had my wonderbar radio in and out that many times I am now a qualified professional at removing and reinstalling it. I would get it working on the bench and then put it in the car only for something to fail not long after,
So, is this a refurbished radio? No... This is a newly built from Vintage Auto Radio listed to suit a 1955 Chevrolet but is the same as a Packard. The radio came with Chev controls but I have been able to replace them with the original Packard knobs. It has AM/FM Bluetooth and an AUX input. Will post some photos once its installed but this is a great idea for anyone who wants a nice reliable radio in their 55 / 56 without the trouble of old components.
I utilized the original knobs. The only difference you will notice is the channel selector is black instead of the lighter white/grey color. Also the knobs stick out slightly further than the original. Though I am very happy with it and I think its a good solution if your radio isn't working.
It took 8 weeks for them to send it out, but its well worth the wait.
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I had my wonderbar radio in and out that many times I am now a qualified professional at removing and reinstalling it. I would get it working on the bench and then put it in the car only for something to fail not long after,
So, is this a refurbished radio? No... This is a newly built from Vintage Auto Radio listed to suit a 1955 Chevrolet but is the same as a Packard. The radio came with Chev controls but I have been able to replace them with the original Packard knobs. It has AM/FM Bluetooth and an AUX input. Will post some photos once its installed but this is a great idea for anyone who wants a nice reliable radio in their 55 / 56 without the trouble of old components.
I utilized the original knobs. The only difference you will notice is the channel selector is black instead of the lighter white/grey color. Also the knobs stick out slightly further than the original. Though I am very happy with it and I think its a good solution if your radio isn't working.
It took 8 weeks for them to send it out, but its well worth the wait.
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