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    Offline RCKTMN94

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    iPod mods for radios.
    « on: February 20, 2010 - 07:16:11 PM »
    I was thinking of getting a factory 8-track radio for my 1970 Barracuda. I have been looking at the 'correct' AM version, as well as the AM/FM C-body version. My question is : Can anyone recommend a good shop to restore it? ...Who also do an iPod conversion? I'd like to be able to play an iPod/Satellite radio through it while retaining the radio and 8-track's functionality.

    Thanks,
    Paul
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    Offline PlumCrazyRTSE

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    Re: iPod mods for radios.
    « Reply #1 on: February 20, 2010 - 07:29:47 PM »
    Had mine done at Wards Classicc Radio Repair  They did a nice job.  They will add the ipod option if you wish.

    http://www.wardsclassiccarradiorepair.com/
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    Offline RCKTMN94

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    Re: iPod mods for radios.
    « Reply #2 on: February 20, 2010 - 07:39:20 PM »
    PlumCrazyRTSE,

    Was yours an 8-Track?  What did it run you?

    Paul
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    Offline PlumCrazyRTSE

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    Re: iPod mods for radios.
    « Reply #3 on: February 20, 2010 - 07:47:29 PM »
    Yes, mine is the AM 8-track version and before I sent it in the radio worked but the 8-track didn't.  However, I think it was just that the 8-track belt was broken or slipping.  I can post some before and after pictures if you want.  It cost $190 with shipping and I didn't opt for the ipod jack, that's extra.
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    Offline RCKTMN94

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    Re: iPod mods for radios.
    « Reply #4 on: February 20, 2010 - 08:06:13 PM »
    I'd appreciate seeing the pics, if it's not too much trouble. I checked their site. I'll try giving them a call on Monday for more info.

    Thanks,
    Paul
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    Offline PlumCrazyRTSE

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    Re: iPod mods for radios.
    « Reply #5 on: February 20, 2010 - 08:14:42 PM »
    Before


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    Offline RCKTMN94

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    Re: iPod mods for radios.
    « Reply #6 on: February 20, 2010 - 08:19:44 PM »
    Looks good!   Thanks for the pics.

     :cheers:
    Paul
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    Offline PlumCrazyRTSE

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    Re: iPod mods for radios.
    « Reply #7 on: February 20, 2010 - 08:33:01 PM »
    You’re welcome.
     
    Yeah, I had thought about adding the ipod jack to mine when I had it done but I realized that I never turn on the radio while I'm driving anyhow......I just enjoy the sweet sound of the 440 Six-Pack too much to listen to anything else.
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    Offline RCKTMN94

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    Re: iPod mods for radios.
    « Reply #8 on: February 20, 2010 - 08:36:59 PM »
    I can understand that.  I'm a music nut, though. I enjoy driving to music, so to speak. Besides, mine is going to be F.I., no "wop-waaap" of a six-pack!

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    Offline Chryco Psycho

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    Re: iPod mods for radios.
    « Reply #9 on: February 20, 2010 - 08:39:32 PM »
    I did a hidden mini amp with an Ipod jack , the car is a radio delete & there is no stn worth listening to here anyway
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    Re: iPod mods for radios.
    « Reply #10 on: March 17, 2010 - 09:17:31 PM »
    I sprung for an AM/FM for my Vert and had Gred at Wards rehap it and install the Ipod connector.   Got it installed last week.   FM Radio works great -- and Ipod is terrific!    Greg did a very nice job.   

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    Offline RCKTMN94

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    Re: iPod mods for radios.
    « Reply #11 on: March 21, 2010 - 04:11:57 PM »
    Thanks for the recomendation VT MOPAR. I'll be shopping for a radio this Summer, and will likely use Ward's for the resto/mod.

     :cheers:
    Paul
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    Offline swede-cuda

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    Re: iPod mods for radios.
    « Reply #12 on: March 22, 2010 - 03:38:38 PM »
    Quote from: Chryco Psycho on February 20, 2010 - 08:39:32 PM
    I did a hidden mini amp with an Ipod jack , the car is a radio delete & there is no stn worth listening to here anyway
    :wave: hej crycho how small is one of those amp/stuff and where did you hide it.i have a modern cd-player in my e-body now but im going the delete route as i almost never use the ugly cd player anyway.but a hidden something that would make it possible to listen to radio and traffic/weather reports would be nice
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