Stereo Swap....is it possible?

I have read a number of posts about this exact topic but they did not answer my question 100%. My question is two-fold; first I am looking for the Model #'s of both the "premium" stereo of the 2000 model (AM/FM Stereo, cassette and CD) and that of the "premium" stereo of the 2001 model (AM/FM Stereo RDS, 6 disc in-dash changer), secondly, does anyone know if the RDS stereo will fit in my 2000 without too much trouble? Both systems are 100W and utilize the same speakers, and I am hoping that the swap will be achievable as the newer system has the features I am looking for (without voiding my warranty by installing an aftermarket system). On the dealership level, they do not yet know if such a thing is possible (they don't even know the part number of the RDS system yet). Any help would be appreciated. Thanks

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'00 Super Black SE 4X4
Manik Brush Guard w/
PIAA 520s
aka "Buddy X"

Im sorry but I dont know the answer to part 1 of your question. As for part two, the hole is the same size, (2 DIN), so they should fit fine. Everything else, (speakers and power), will just plug in.

The question I have for you is why are you reluctant to install an aftermarket stereo? I am not sure what warranty you are concerned with voiding. Most good aftermarket stereos have great warranties of thier own.

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Xavier
"I said, Reading is GOOD, can we start the story now?"


[This message has been edited by number41 (edited 03-13-2001).]

The radio is a 2 DIN, not a 1.5 DIN.
GM vehicles and Chrysler vehicles have 1.5 DIN openings.

I just didn't want anybody to go buy a 1.5 DIN radio and try to make it fit.

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I am sorry about that, I didnt even notice that put 1.5 instead of 2! I have edited my post to reflect the correct info.

Thanks Bayou

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Xavier
"I said, Reading is GOOD, can we start the story now?"

My only real reason for not wanting an aftermarket stereo was that I don't really like the looks of the ones I have seen. I also don't really care for have a dash of 15 different colours at night. Plus the buttons on most are so damn small. But hey, I am open to someone suggesting a good brand that has white illumination, larger buttons and is good quality.
Back on the stock stereo, does anyone know how much the RDS version would be?

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'00 Super Black SE 4X4
Manik Brush Guard w/
PIAA 520s
aka "Buddy X"

[This message has been edited by XterraNY (edited 03-13-2001).]

I'd look at Alpine, Alpine and maybe CLarion.. I know they make a 'bigger' version to take up the whole bay with bigger buttons.. How ever.. For the single color.. I think you might be out of luck.. Not sure..=-) Personally.. I'm looking at kenwood mp3 player..=-)

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- Josh
'01 SuperBlack XE 4x4 V6 3pak
Utah Xterra Owners Club -
http://www.uxoc.org

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2001 SE GoldRush.

[This message has been edited by APP (edited 03-14-2001).]

[This message has been edited by APP (edited 03-14-2001).]

APP, is this the system you have? I must admit that it is sweet ...however, do they have the same thing but in a multiple disc changer format?

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'00 Super Black SE 4X4
Manik Brush Guard w/
PIAA 520s
aka "Buddy X"