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RE Changer and Then Again... by bh0001
Mar 01, 2001 (5:52 pm)
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Thanks for the input Don. I'm in Canada so the options are a little different.
 
I was planning to get the "dual playback" CD/Cassette (option UPO) with the upgraded performance speaker system with amplifier (option UQ3). But I still want a CD changer. I've had one for the last 10 years and I refuse to go back.
 
Here in Canada there's no option for the Remote CD Wiring Harness, so I'm in a bit of a quandry. It would be an easy decision if there was that option. I'll check with the dealer when I go to order the car next week. I'd rather not do the FM modulated route - I've done it before with only moderate success. I was much happier with a proper direct wired changer. Then again, if I go with the CD/Cassette and an FM modulated changer I would have the capabiltiy to play single CDs in-dash and a bunch more in the changer. Maybe that's not such a bad thing.
 
Before someone says it, yes I really am a freak about my music!
Brad
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bh0001 Changer..... by 00impala
Mar 01, 2001 (8:30 pm)
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Yea, Either way the process is not as simple as it would be with other cars, Having to forgo the In Dash CD to get a changer, I guess for all intents and purposes the In dash CD/Cassette is Nice! I like it alot, hardy ever use the Cassette, but a few times it was there! I had a FM Modulated Sony 10 CD Changer a few years ago in my Mercury Sable and it worked fine. Strange that they do not offer that Harness, Oh Well, you get a free Engine Warmer plug Standard that we do not. Good luck in your endeavors of aquiring your New Impala! Don
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Dual Exhaust Systems by compuboy007
Mar 01, 2001 (8:48 pm)
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I've been hearing that the exhaust systems for the 2000 Grand Prix GT and Monte Carlo are the same. Does this mean I can order an aftermarket dual exhaust system for the Grand Prix or Monte Carlo and bolt it on? E-mail me any advice on this, it would be really appreciated. Thanks! Matt Jones Compuboy007hotmail.com
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bh001 re stereo by duraflex
Mar 02, 2001 (8:14 am)
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Yes - that head unit in the dash seems integral to the car.
 
There is a whole board on the IMPALA RADIO here at edmunds.
 
Most of your questions can be answered there.
 
Suggestion:
Since you are a self-acknowledged "freak" about your music,
Take a CD and a cassette that you know well to a dealer.
Play them both in various IMPALA radio- tape -CD combinations and see what you like.
 
Some people have been very happy with their factory systems - untouched.
I was not.
 
I have the US version with radio-CD-tape. It came with a CD harness for a trunk
changer as well. It's still hanging in there just behind and above the right rear wheel well.
I'll bet that CD harness could be ordered on the net if nort already installed.
 
I bypassed my trunk amp in June 2000 and have been very happy with the results.
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Re Stereo by bh0001
Mar 02, 2001 (10:37 am)
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Thanks duraflex!
 
I didn't realize there was an Impala Radio board. I've read a bunch from there and I'll re-post my (revised) questions over there.
Brad
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Dura - CD Changer harness by night_owl1
Mar 03, 2001 (8:59 am)
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Dura, how do you know that plug is for the CD changer? I have been wondering what that plug is for and I hope you have the answer.
 
I also have the radio/tape/cd setup and wanted to add in a CD changer. I didn't want to go to the FM modulator route. I like my steering wheel controls too much. =)
 
I am away from home at the moment in Texas and have been calling around looking for a connector that will fit the amp harness. Hopefully I can find one so we can replace the factory amp with something better.
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night owl1 on trunk plug by duraflex
Mar 03, 2001 (12:59 pm)
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I do not know for certain that it is for a CD changer but if not what else would it be for?
Tail and Brake lights for a trailer hitch - not likely.
Power antenna? Too many wires.
 
My plug appears to have 7 wires running into it. That would seem about right for a changer.
power(1) controls(2) and L & R audio out(4). NOTE: THIS IS A GUESS.
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Duraflex RE Wires by 00impala
Mar 03, 2001 (4:53 pm)
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If you go to the Kelly Blue Book Site and look under 2000 or 2001 Impala, The list of Options reads that the $80.00 Option Harness for the CD Changer is "Only" Available with the UL0 Radio, AM/FM Cassette only, Not Available with the Cassette and CD Upgraded Stereo with the AMP... Why I do not know? Where exactly are these wires so I can look for them myself in my LS? Thanks Don
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Don re Trunk wires by duraflex
Mar 04, 2001 (6:53 am)
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There is a multi-pin connector with about 7 wires hanging high in the trunk just behind and above the right rear wheel well, in back of the trunk liner.
 
As I wrote in post # 10, my best GUESS is that it's for a CD changer.
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CD Connector? Duraflex by platour
Mar 06, 2001 (4:03 pm)
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Is the black connector in the middle what you are referring to? If yes, I do not know what it is for but thought that a pic (unfocussed) would at least locate it.
 

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