VXAddict's Addiction Therapy Log

[vt_maverick]

Another problem you're having... NO PICS!!! Too many words, not enough photos!

[vxaddict]

Another problem you're having... NO PICS!!! Too many words, not enough photos!

LOL - message received. The car's been in and out of garages/install bays lately, I haven't had time to take pics. I will do so by my next update, I promise.

[vxaddict]

As promised, some pics of the new stereo install:

The Alpine CDA-9886 head unit



Here's the seriously useful USB power adapter for your cigarette lighter:



Here's the IPOD link to the Alpine Headunit



I didn't take pictures of the speakers yet. They haven't installed the 4" Polk Coaxials yet, so I will take a snapshot of those. I do have the original 6.5" woofer that was completely ripped from the rubber/foam surround. Apparently one of the previous owners loved to listen to their music LOUD...

[Mile High VX]

Very nice...I have the 9835.

The ipod adapter in mine is finished off in the center console with a cradle in there to hold it tight.

[vxaddict]

Very nice...I have the 9835.

The ipod adapter in mine is finished off in the center console with a cradle in there to hold it tight.

I'd love to see a picture of the cradle. My installer said there wasn't that much slack in the cable, but he said he might be able to pull out about another 3-4 inches. I was just thinking of putting in some velcro tape and call it a day.

[Mile High VX]

The arms on the sides expand and contract to hold the iPod in place...I really like it.

[vxaddict]

Awesome - so you have that mounted inside the armrest? I've got a similar cradle that attaches to the heating vents for my phone. I wonder if I can just mount it inside there.

Do you have a problem w/ your Ipod adapter staying powered on after the car and radio are turned offer? I'm concerned that if I keep the ipod plugged in after i turn off the car, that eventually it drains the battery...