Ipod in your truck? What ya got? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**N2TRUX** · 12-12-2006, 01:30 AM

Since just about everyone is buying an Ipod or some sort of MP3 player, the next step is hooking them up in your truck. I know there are lots of different types of interface modules out there. Is anyone using one in their class truck?

Lets see what ya got...

Aarons72s · 12-12-2006, 01:52 AM

I dont have an ipod but I do have a shaft radio with an imput in it, made for ipods, mp3 players, cd players and such. I use it for my cd player and run a cable and just plug into that jack. Thats what I have and use. Not sure if this was what you were asking but figured I would tell what I have. Here is the best pic of the stereo I have.

97silv5.7 · 12-12-2006, 05:20 AM

xm skyfi connected to the stock deck nothing special

79Silv4x4 · 12-12-2006, 08:57 AM

Not in my '79 but in my Burb I have a Pioneer DEH-980BT head unit with iPod adapter--provides direct connection so there's no issue with an FM modulator. Works with my 80GB iPod and also with my Nano. The head unit also has bluetooth so I can stream audio from my PDA or phone if for some reason I want to.

Joe67 · 12-12-2006, 09:13 AM

Simple setup here.
I have the iPod mini with a Monster iCarPlay™ Wireless Plus FM Transmitter/Digital Tuner

Nice alternative, they can be as cheap as $50 (new) on ebay

shifty · 12-12-2006, 12:27 PM

This is supposedly a great place to buy adapters for vehicles to attach an iPod, XM or other integrated peripherals into newer vehicles, but you might find some for older vehicles as well: http://www.logjamelectronics.com/

FM modulators are notorious for poorer sound quality. Direct wiring is always better when possible. The adapters at logjam facilitate direct wiring.

Chris4x4Gill2 · 12-12-2006, 12:30 PM

I use a direct wire that pugs into where a disc changer would normally go on the back of my JVC headunit. It plugs directly in to the headphone jack of my Ipod

boraxman · 12-12-2006, 12:44 PM

I have a aux input on my Alpine, works great with my Iriver MP3 player.

67ChevyRedneck · 12-12-2006, 12:47 PM

I just have a CD player in the 67 for now... no antenna on the truck. I have XM in my Z71 and I'm thinking about getting a second one for the 67.

Hoods69BadBowTie · 12-12-2006, 02:47 PM

I just got a cd player for now.

Russell · 12-12-2006, 02:56 PM

My truck doesn't even have a headunit, forget MP3 hookups!

*Shane* · 12-12-2006, 05:03 PM

My Ipod & my XM are hardwired into the CD changer outlet of the stock GM/Delco unit in my Tahoe.

Bandit76 · 12-12-2006, 07:21 PM

cassette adapter out of the headphone jack for now

I'm looking to get aux input deck though.

boraxman · 12-12-2006, 08:49 PM

Guys looking for a upgrade on a head unit, use this code 3A706(put it in comments box at end of check out) thru 12/31 at www.crutchfield.com for $20 off $100. I got my girl a nice Sony HU that was already on sale for $139, came to $119 shipped and they throw in all harnesses, adapters and great play by play install directions for free.

I swear by these guys...great for the do-it-yourselfer!

jcueckert13 · 12-12-2006, 09:37 PM

i have a alpine head in the cadillac with the ipod adapter wire run into the glovebox, i love this setup because the alpine allows me to control the ipod through the head unit and it charges the ipod.

Elsie72 · 12-12-2006, 11:08 PM

I've been known to use my headphones attached to my shuffle on longer trips, but not around town. I'm with Russell, tho. No radio here.

LUV2XCLR8 · 12-12-2006, 11:24 PM

The classic radio company that most of the vendors carry, can't
recall their name, USA something I think, now have a model with
I-pod hook ups on the back of it, everyone is heading that way.

7387chevys · 12-12-2006, 11:25 PM

you can get a casset tape at wally world for >$10 and plugs into headphone hack of mp3 player .....works good
Shane

**N2TRUX** · 12-13-2006, 01:00 AM

What I have is the stock am/fm that came in my 77. Saying that it sucks is being very kind. I have no intentions of doing anything with it, but I want to leave it in place for "the look".

I want something I can hide that I can hook my Ipod to. I have been looking at XM radios but it appears all the smaller units are designed to be add ons....

bigblock73 · 12-13-2006, 07:47 AM

Ken, have your factory radio re-done. There are companies out there that specialize in modern-izing old radios with all new internals and power levels. This way you get classic/factory looks with modern sound and technology. It cost around $3-400 to have it done.

JoetheMobster · 12-13-2006, 10:31 AM

simple setup here, stock radio in the concorde (can only imagine the wiring behind this sucker) and use a Lyra from RCA, and utilize the SD slot with a 1Gb card (even though it's doesn't support that size - it works fine) and an FM transmitter from iRiver. It's a pain in the ass to plug in and unplug, but I figured it would result in less damage/theft to the car that buying a CD player with MP3/WMA support. The transmitter kicks butt! I've had people outside the car tune in on my MP3 player...from a fair distance!

boraxman · 12-13-2006, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by JoetheMobster

simple setup here, stock radio in the concorde (can only imagine the wiring behind this sucker) and use a Lyra from RCA, and utilize the SD slot with a 1Gb card (even though it's doesn't support that size - it works fine) and an FM transmitter from iRiver. It's a pain in the ass to plug in and unplug, but I figured it would result in less damage/theft to the car that buying a CD player with MP3/WMA support. The transmitter kicks butt! I've had people outside the car tune in on my MP3 player...from a fair distance!

I got my Bro a Iriver Clix MP3 player with that FM transmitter for Xmas. I love Iriver products.

**N2TRUX** · 12-13-2006, 11:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JoetheMobster;

simple setup here, stock radio in the concorde (can only imagine the wiring behind this sucker) and use a Lyra from RCA, and utilize the SD slot with a 1Gb card (even though it's doesn't support that size - it works fine) and an FM transmitter from iRiver. It's a pain in the ass to plug in and unplug, but I figured it would result in less damage/theft to the car that buying a CD player with MP3/WMA support. The transmitter kicks butt! I've had people outside the car tune in on my MP3 player...from a fair distance!

The only problem I see with this set up is the stock radio is the week link. I need a head unit of some sort that I can run by remote. I think bigblock73 has the best suggestion so far. I hate to waste money on the factory radio, but if someone can put new electronics in it, this might be an option.

bigblock73 · 12-14-2006, 12:10 AM

Ken, I will be doing this in my '73...if I beat you to it (highly unlikely), I'll let you know how it works...if you beat me to it...I would love to hear your feedback. From what I have heard, this is a very slick setup...and will sound excellent...you can even have the shop do MP3 hookups as well.

70rs/ss · 12-14-2006, 03:40 PM

If your stereo is new, it will have an aux plug, buy the adapter at Wally World and plug it in, my 07 Dodge has the plug on the stock radio, it'll play the daughter's iPod and the XM radio, just plug and play. At .99 cents a song, you can download a CRAP LOAD of songs and never worry about a scratched CD again!!

12-12-2006, 01:30 AM	#1
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Ipod in your truck? What ya got? Since just about everyone is buying an Ipod or some sort of MP3 player, the next step is hooking them up in your truck. I know there are lots of different types of interface modules out there. Is anyone using one in their class truck? Lets see what ya got... __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

12-12-2006, 01:52 AM	#2
Aarons72s Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: oklahoma Posts: 10,670	Re: Ipod in your truck? What ya got? I dont have an ipod but I do have a shaft radio with an imput in it, made for ipods, mp3 players, cd players and such. I use it for my cd player and run a cable and just plug into that jack. Thats what I have and use. Not sure if this was what you were asking but figured I would tell what I have. Here is the best pic of the stereo I have. Attached Images Last edited by Aarons72s; 12-12-2006 at 01:55 AM.

12-12-2006, 05:20 AM	#3
97silv5.7 MooMoo Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Shapleigh, Maine Posts: 2,424	Re: Ipod in your truck? What ya got? xm skyfi connected to the stock deck nothing special __________________ '97 ext 4x4 3" body lift and 7'6" Fisher MM2 '04 Polaris 700 twin EFI sold 2-1-07 '07 Polaris 800 twin EFI Stealth Limited Edition Support the Board! Or deal with me foo! Its all fun and games till you find out shes 16.

12-12-2006, 08:57 AM	#4
79Silv4x4 Workaholic Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Katy, TX Posts: 1,589	Re: Ipod in your truck? What ya got? Not in my '79 but in my Burb I have a Pioneer DEH-980BT head unit with iPod adapter--provides direct connection so there's no issue with an FM modulator. Works with my 80GB iPod and also with my Nano. The head unit also has bluetooth so I can stream audio from my PDA or phone if for some reason I want to. Last edited by 79Silv4x4; 12-12-2006 at 09:08 AM.

12-12-2006, 09:13 AM	#5
Joe67 67 is sold Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Troy, Michigan Posts: 6,738	Re: Ipod in your truck? What ya got? Simple setup here. I have the iPod mini with a Monster iCarPlay™ Wireless Plus FM Transmitter/Digital Tuner Nice alternative, they can be as cheap as $50 (new) on ebay __________________ Joe - Formerly 67c10step ------------------------------- 1967 Chevy Stepside - ECE 4/6, fuelcell, 5lug - SOLD gr8lakes - My ebay auctions Click here to order forum apparel :: Click here to become a subscribing member

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shifty Questionable Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13,376	Re: Ipod in your truck? What ya got? This is supposedly a great place to buy adapters for vehicles to attach an iPod, XM or other integrated peripherals into newer vehicles, but you might find some for older vehicles as well: http://www.logjamelectronics.com/ FM modulators are notorious for poorer sound quality. Direct wiring is always better when possible. The adapters at logjam facilitate direct wiring. __________________ If I've got anything up for grabs, it'll be here: 7-hole gauge cluster for a 67-72 p/u FREE (link) I can't check the forum daily. If I don't reply to you within 24 hours, drop me a PM! I'm (hopefully) still alive and will reply faster to a PM.

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Chris4x4Gill2 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 794	Re: Ipod in your truck? What ya got? I use a direct wire that pugs into where a disc changer would normally go on the back of my JVC headunit. It plugs directly in to the headphone jack of my Ipod

12-12-2006, 12:44 PM	#8
boraxman Keepin an eye out Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: So.Cal Posts: 3,921	Re: Ipod in your truck? What ya got? I have a aux input on my Alpine, works great with my Iriver MP3 player. __________________ 1970 Chevy C10 SWB 5.3 1996 Toyota Tacoma SR5 4x4 2007 Vespa GTS 250 Scooter ZIP 91351

12-12-2006, 12:47 PM	#9
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: Ipod in your truck? What ya got? I just have a CD player in the 67 for now... no antenna on the truck. I have XM in my Z71 and I'm thinking about getting a second one for the 67. __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

12-12-2006, 02:47 PM	#10
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12-12-2006, 02:56 PM	#11
Russell Professional Grade Join Date: May 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta Posts: 7,915	Re: Ipod in your truck? What ya got? My truck doesn't even have a headunit, forget MP3 hookups! __________________ 1995 Chevrolet 2 Door Tahoe (6.6L LBZ Duramax / ZF6 / NP241 with 1 ton solid axle swap)

12-12-2006, 05:03 PM	#12
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	Re: Ipod in your truck? What ya got? My Ipod & my XM are hardwired into the CD changer outlet of the stock GM/Delco unit in my Tahoe.

12-12-2006, 07:21 PM	#13
Bandit76 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: BC Canada Posts: 3,606	Re: Ipod in your truck? What ya got? cassette adapter out of the headphone jack for now I'm looking to get aux input deck though. __________________ 2011 Chev Silverado LT 1500 4x4 Crew Cab 5.3l 2005 Toyota 4Runner family beater ...would have more but my yard ain't all that big... ..nothing like a Chevy fence all bought and paid for.. ...there's a few holes in it though...

12-12-2006, 08:49 PM	#14
boraxman Keepin an eye out Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: So.Cal Posts: 3,921	Re: Ipod in your truck? What ya got? Guys looking for a upgrade on a head unit, use this code 3A706(put it in comments box at end of check out) thru 12/31 at www.crutchfield.com for $20 off $100. I got my girl a nice Sony HU that was already on sale for $139, came to $119 shipped and they throw in all harnesses, adapters and great play by play install directions for free. I swear by these guys...great for the do-it-yourselfer! __________________ 1970 Chevy C10 SWB 5.3 1996 Toyota Tacoma SR5 4x4 2007 Vespa GTS 250 Scooter ZIP 91351 Last edited by boraxman; 12-12-2006 at 08:50 PM.

12-12-2006, 09:37 PM	#15
jcueckert13 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Edgewood New Mexico Posts: 2,088	Re: Ipod in your truck? What ya got? i have a alpine head in the cadillac with the ipod adapter wire run into the glovebox, i love this setup because the alpine allows me to control the ipod through the head unit and it charges the ipod. __________________ 1990 subaru legcy (daily driver) 1987 Toyota 4runner (weekend toy) 1968 C30 flatbed dually 1970 C10 longbed stepside (in pieces) 1976 Dodge Dart 1963 Dodge Dart



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12-12-2006, 11:08 PM	#16
Elsie72 Chinook Arch Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: High River, Alberta, Canada Posts: 218	Re: Ipod in your truck? What ya got? I've been known to use my headphones attached to my shuffle on longer trips, but not around town. I'm with Russell, tho. No radio here. __________________ 1972 GMC 1500 Custom - Bought used by Grandpa in '74, currently back on the road after a long hiatus. Elsie's truck 2.5" dual exhaust with Hooker Aero Chambers Holley 670 Street Avenger Edelbrock Performer RPM on GMPP 290HP 350 ECE drop 3.5/5

12-12-2006, 11:24 PM	#17
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,470	Re: Ipod in your truck? What ya got? The classic radio company that most of the vendors carry, can't recall their name, USA something I think, now have a model with I-pod hook ups on the back of it, everyone is heading that way. __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Big Piggy: "Goliath" 07 Kodiak C4500 Lil Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

12-12-2006, 11:25 PM	#18
7387chevys Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: WVa Posts: 758	Re: Ipod in your truck? What ya got? you can get a casset tape at wally world for >$10 and plugs into headphone hack of mp3 player .....works good Shane

12-13-2006, 01:00 AM	#19
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: Ipod in your truck? What ya got? What I have is the stock am/fm that came in my 77. Saying that it sucks is being very kind. I have no intentions of doing anything with it, but I want to leave it in place for "the look". I want something I can hide that I can hook my Ipod to. I have been looking at XM radios but it appears all the smaller units are designed to be add ons.... __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

12-13-2006, 07:47 AM	#20
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,826	Re: Ipod in your truck? What ya got? Ken, have your factory radio re-done. There are companies out there that specialize in modern-izing old radios with all new internals and power levels. This way you get classic/factory looks with modern sound and technology. It cost around $3-400 to have it done. __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale

12-13-2006, 10:31 AM	#21
JoetheMobster Listening since '86 Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Canada Posts: 1,799	Re: Ipod in your truck? What ya got? simple setup here, stock radio in the concorde (can only imagine the wiring behind this sucker) and use a Lyra from RCA, and utilize the SD slot with a 1Gb card (even though it's doesn't support that size - it works fine) and an FM transmitter from iRiver. It's a pain in the ass to plug in and unplug, but I figured it would result in less damage/theft to the car that buying a CD player with MP3/WMA support. The transmitter kicks butt! I've had people outside the car tune in on my MP3 player...from a fair distance! Attached Images __________________ 2007 Saturn Aura - hey it WAS a GM product Last edited by JoetheMobster; 12-13-2006 at 10:32 AM.

12-14-2006, 12:10 AM	#24
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,826	Re: Ipod in your truck? What ya got? Ken, I will be doing this in my '73...if I beat you to it (highly unlikely), I'll let you know how it works...if you beat me to it...I would love to hear your feedback. From what I have heard, this is a very slick setup...and will sound excellent...you can even have the shop do MP3 hookups as well. __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale

12-14-2006, 03:40 PM	#25
70rs/ss Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Northern AZ Posts: 7,271	Re: Ipod in your truck? What ya got? If your stereo is new, it will have an aux plug, buy the adapter at Wally World and plug it in, my 07 Dodge has the plug on the stock radio, it'll play the daughter's iPod and the XM radio, just plug and play. At .99 cents a song, you can download a CRAP LOAD of songs and never worry about a scratched CD again!!

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