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Old 03-03-2009, 03:23 PM   #1 (permalink)
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New Radio, Scangauge and mirror heat switch in one

I just got done installing my new stereo, and in the process, gained the space necessary to flush-mount my Scangauge, and still had enough room for a switch to turn on/off the mirror heaters. Advantages were that the cables, etc. are all contained behind the unit - no cutting/drilling/etc to the car itself, and if I ever get tired of the scangauge, or want to reclaim the space, I can just install the little compartment box that also came with the radio adapter.

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Nice job, Gary!

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I just got done installing my new stereo, and in the process, gained the space necessary to flush-mount my Scangauge, and still had enough room for a switch to turn on/off the mirror heaters. Advantages were that the cables, etc. are all contained behind the unit - no cutting/drilling/etc to the car itself, and if I ever get tired of the scangauge, or want to reclaim the space, I can just install the little compartment box that also came with the radio adapter.
Did you have to use a switched relay for the heated mirrors? What is the draw on those, do you know?
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Not sure - I haven't gotten to that one yet, though I have the mod saved. It doesn't give any indication of current/power concerns. I'll send you a copy.
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