Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radio
Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radio
I'm loaded with questions lately..
When I replaced my stock radio in my MX5 in the US I had to purchase a
plastic pocket that took up the additional space created by my new
radio/cd player.
As I have a 91 BRG spec edition, the stock CD/ Cassette/ AM-FM radio
takes up a lot of space.
I'm sure many have removed this and have installed a new radio/cd/etc
-What about the 'plastic pocket"?
Where can you get one?
Is there a need for different size pockets depending on the replacement
system you install?
Thanks in advance.
Regards
Bill
When I replaced my stock radio in my MX5 in the US I had to purchase a
plastic pocket that took up the additional space created by my new
radio/cd player.
As I have a 91 BRG spec edition, the stock CD/ Cassette/ AM-FM radio
takes up a lot of space.
I'm sure many have removed this and have installed a new radio/cd/etc
-What about the 'plastic pocket"?
Where can you get one?
Is there a need for different size pockets depending on the replacement
system you install?
Thanks in advance.
Regards
Bill
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Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radio
the replacement pocket you need is not a standard
size. You may be able to get one from a stereo shop
but i havent noticed any about.
Your best bet is to go to the wreckers and get one out
of an early 90's mazda 626/ford telstar or some late
80's toyota corolla. Then just trim the top 15mm or so
off the top of it with a hack saw so that it fills the
space exactly. It is held in place with a small dab of
silicon on the back of the box.Looks like factory and
cost just $5!
size. You may be able to get one from a stereo shop
but i havent noticed any about.
Your best bet is to go to the wreckers and get one out
of an early 90's mazda 626/ford telstar or some late
80's toyota corolla. Then just trim the top 15mm or so
off the top of it with a hack saw so that it fills the
space exactly. It is held in place with a small dab of
silicon on the back of the box.Looks like factory and
cost just $5!
RED '90 TURBO.
SCARING PRIUS DRIVERS SINCE 2002
SCARING PRIUS DRIVERS SINCE 2002
Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radio
CGlenn
I found this info on Miata.net.
Please translate![Smile :)](./images/smilies/icon_smile.gif)
Cubbyholes
Following is a list of various Mazda cubbyholes that can be useful in
installations (thanks to Cynthia Paloma). The black plastic radio
storage bin/dash pocket/cubby is referred to as a "Stereo Ornament" in
the Mazda parts catalog. Metrawire supposedly also makes a Mazda Miata
fit kit for aftermarket radios, it is part number #71-7901. This might
be available from audio shops, but I have no specific contact number.
. FC02-55-235A - 1.5 DIN (same size as stock radio w/cassette).
This part comes from the 90 Miata only. Can be cut down to size to fit
under a 1 DIN sized aftermarket radio, providing plenty of space and
reportedly looks good.
. LA03-55-235A - 0.5 DIN (same size as the space under the stock
radio w/cassette).
. The following Mazda part was listed in the Winter 1990 issue of
Miata Magazine on page 12: 0000-81-0147 - 1 DIN (supposedly OEM on all
Euro-spec Miatas). *Note 1
. The following is a Mazda 323 part: B092-55-235B - 0.5 DIN, only
2 inches deep. Mentioned in a letter in Miata Magazine under "Extra
Storage Space", p. 18 continued on p.41.
Regards
Bill
I found this info on Miata.net.
Please translate
![Smile :)](./images/smilies/icon_smile.gif)
Cubbyholes
Following is a list of various Mazda cubbyholes that can be useful in
installations (thanks to Cynthia Paloma). The black plastic radio
storage bin/dash pocket/cubby is referred to as a "Stereo Ornament" in
the Mazda parts catalog. Metrawire supposedly also makes a Mazda Miata
fit kit for aftermarket radios, it is part number #71-7901. This might
be available from audio shops, but I have no specific contact number.
. FC02-55-235A - 1.5 DIN (same size as stock radio w/cassette).
This part comes from the 90 Miata only. Can be cut down to size to fit
under a 1 DIN sized aftermarket radio, providing plenty of space and
reportedly looks good.
. LA03-55-235A - 0.5 DIN (same size as the space under the stock
radio w/cassette).
. The following Mazda part was listed in the Winter 1990 issue of
Miata Magazine on page 12: 0000-81-0147 - 1 DIN (supposedly OEM on all
Euro-spec Miatas). *Note 1
. The following is a Mazda 323 part: B092-55-235B - 0.5 DIN, only
2 inches deep. Mentioned in a letter in Miata Magazine under "Extra
Storage Space", p. 18 continued on p.41.
Regards
Bill
Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radio
When we replaced the stereo on our other car recently I asked the stereo
shop dude if he could get us a new pocket. He said no problem, so I asked
about one for the MX5. (We made our own out of MDF when we put in a new
stereo, and it looks okay, but not as good as the real thing). The stereo
shop dude said that it is a bit trickier to get one for an MX5, as they are
a non-standard size. He said a lot of the other cars have the same sizes
involved, so it's really easy to source pockets, but when it's out of the
ordinary it gets a bit more difficult (and I imagine more pricey!). Best
idea I think would be to try at Mazda. (Well, apart from the $5 wrecker
job, of course!)
Kate
shop dude if he could get us a new pocket. He said no problem, so I asked
about one for the MX5. (We made our own out of MDF when we put in a new
stereo, and it looks okay, but not as good as the real thing). The stereo
shop dude said that it is a bit trickier to get one for an MX5, as they are
a non-standard size. He said a lot of the other cars have the same sizes
involved, so it's really easy to source pockets, but when it's out of the
ordinary it gets a bit more difficult (and I imagine more pricey!). Best
idea I think would be to try at Mazda. (Well, apart from the $5 wrecker
job, of course!)
Kate
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Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radio
Have a look at "Radio Cubby Box, Mk 1" on www.mx5parts.co.uk
<http://www.mx5parts.co.uk/> - it's currently on sale at GBP17.50
This is definitely the right thing - I have one in my NA.
<http://www.mx5parts.co.uk/> - it's currently on sale at GBP17.50
This is definitely the right thing - I have one in my NA.
Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radio
Ours came with a little slid out drawer, standard equipment I believe
perfect for your wallet or those liitle bits and pieces
J&J
perfect for your wallet or those liitle bits and pieces
J&J
Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radio
Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radioHi Bill, all modern head units are a
standard size (unless you go for the double DIN unit) with a height of 52mm
where as the factory original CD or Tape head unit is 60mm. The factory pocket
fits under the single head unit and therefore if you replace with a new head
unit and pocket you will have a gap of abot 8mm to fill. Most good car stereo
installers have spacers that can be used.
You could check with Don at autoway.services@xtra.co.nz or work ph (07) 847
5484 as I know he fits a lot of units into MX5's and may have a pocket and
spacer available or Ross at mx5mart may have them available as well.
I have replaced several in the cars I have owned and have always managed to
find a suitable pocket and spacer or made up a spacer with out too much
trouble.
If you are going to get an installer to put the unit in, make sure they know
how to remove the radio surround as I have seen many broken by inexperienced
installers.
If you want to come for a drive up to Browns Bay at some time I would be more
than happy to help you fit your xmas present!! I have put an MP3 head unit in
my MX5 (about $270.00 at parrallel imported in Constallation Drive, Albany)
and enjoy having 13 CD's on one disk.
Regards Nigel
standard size (unless you go for the double DIN unit) with a height of 52mm
where as the factory original CD or Tape head unit is 60mm. The factory pocket
fits under the single head unit and therefore if you replace with a new head
unit and pocket you will have a gap of abot 8mm to fill. Most good car stereo
installers have spacers that can be used.
You could check with Don at autoway.services@xtra.co.nz or work ph (07) 847
5484 as I know he fits a lot of units into MX5's and may have a pocket and
spacer available or Ross at mx5mart may have them available as well.
I have replaced several in the cars I have owned and have always managed to
find a suitable pocket and spacer or made up a spacer with out too much
trouble.
If you are going to get an installer to put the unit in, make sure they know
how to remove the radio surround as I have seen many broken by inexperienced
installers.
If you want to come for a drive up to Browns Bay at some time I would be more
than happy to help you fit your xmas present!! I have put an MP3 head unit in
my MX5 (about $270.00 at parrallel imported in Constallation Drive, Albany)
and enjoy having 13 CD's on one disk.
Regards Nigel
Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radio
Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radioHi Bill,
I replaced the standard Panasonic (Bose) Tape/Radio with a DIN sized Radio CD
player and found a Nissan pocket, from a Primera from memory, which fitted
exactly. I do recall however that, for a piece plastic shite, it was not cheap
but the end result was good
Eric
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I replaced the standard Panasonic (Bose) Tape/Radio with a DIN sized Radio CD
player and found a Nissan pocket, from a Primera from memory, which fitted
exactly. I do recall however that, for a piece plastic shite, it was not cheap
but the end result was good
Eric
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Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radio
Hi David
Did you formerly have the stock CD/ Cassette/ AM-FM radio?
Regards
Bill
Did you formerly have the stock CD/ Cassette/ AM-FM radio?
Regards
Bill
Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radio
J&J
Sounds great! If I you can't identify and tell me where it came from
perhaps you can give yours to me as a Xmas present?![Smile :-)](./images/smilies/icon_smile.gif)
Regards
Bill
Sounds great! If I you can't identify and tell me where it came from
perhaps you can give yours to me as a Xmas present?
![Smile :-)](./images/smilies/icon_smile.gif)
Regards
Bill
Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radio
Thanks Nigel, I've left a message for Don.
Regards
Bill
Regards
Bill
Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radio
LoL Bill,how about I Digi photo it, send you the pic and you can scan and
print it to size glue it over the aperture and pretend you have one, he
he he
Cheers
J&J.
print it to size glue it over the aperture and pretend you have one, he
he he
Cheers
J&J.
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Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radio
on 18/12/2004 6:37 p.m. glenn roberts wrote:
1/4 DIN
zorruno
From memory (I think from US miata list) the mazda part is actually 1the replacement pocket you need is not a standard
size. You may be able to get one from a stereo shop
but i havent noticed any about.
1/4 DIN
zorruno
(z)
Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radio
Given the progress I'm making with this issue, your offer might be the
best one!![Smile :-)](./images/smilies/icon_smile.gif)
Regards
Bill
best one!
![Smile :-)](./images/smilies/icon_smile.gif)
Regards
Bill
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Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radio
Yup; this thingy plus a standard single DIN head unit exactly fills the hole
left by the standard unit
left by the standard unit
Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radio
Thanks David
W Still waiting for them to come back with a price for shipping (18lbs+
shipping could become rather expensive -though it is time' I value more
than anything). Meanwhile, I explore "uncharted territory" with John
Andrews-Mazda Ford.![Smile :-)](./images/smilies/icon_smile.gif)
Hopefully I will have the same success with JA-M/F as Lewis & Clark (for
you students of Kiwi history, they were not from the UK)
. To his
credit Mike over there is trying his best!
Regards
Bill
W Still waiting for them to come back with a price for shipping (18lbs+
shipping could become rather expensive -though it is time' I value more
than anything). Meanwhile, I explore "uncharted territory" with John
Andrews-Mazda Ford.
![Smile :-)](./images/smilies/icon_smile.gif)
Hopefully I will have the same success with JA-M/F as Lewis & Clark (for
you students of Kiwi history, they were not from the UK)
![Smile :-)](./images/smilies/icon_smile.gif)
credit Mike over there is trying his best!
Regards
Bill
Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radio
Bill a chap up the road purchased a truckload of parts forn C.H in
Hamilton, I can check there if you like but he is terribly disorganised.
J&J.
From: Bill Rehm <bill@kase.co.nz>
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To: "'MX5List'" <mx5list@mx5club.org.nz>
Subject: RE: Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radio
Date: Mon, 20 Dec 2004 19:14:40 +1300
Thanks David
W Still waiting for them to come back with a price for shipping (18lbs+
shipping could become rather expensive -though it is time' I value more
than anything). Meanwhile, I explore "uncharted territory" with John
Andrews-Mazda Ford.![Smile :-)](./images/smilies/icon_smile.gif)
Hopefully I will have the same success with JA-M/F as Lewis & Clark (for
you students of Kiwi history, they were not from the UK)
. To his
credit Mike over there is trying his best!
Regards
Bill
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Hamilton, I can check there if you like but he is terribly disorganised.
J&J.
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To: "'MX5List'" <mx5list@mx5club.org.nz>
Subject: RE: Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radio
Date: Mon, 20 Dec 2004 19:14:40 +1300
Thanks David
W Still waiting for them to come back with a price for shipping (18lbs+
shipping could become rather expensive -though it is time' I value more
than anything). Meanwhile, I explore "uncharted territory" with John
Andrews-Mazda Ford.
![Smile :-)](./images/smilies/icon_smile.gif)
Hopefully I will have the same success with JA-M/F as Lewis & Clark (for
you students of Kiwi history, they were not from the UK)
![Smile :-)](./images/smilies/icon_smile.gif)
credit Mike over there is trying his best!
Regards
Bill
Creating Great Places To Work!
KASE Consulting Group Ltd.
www.kase.co.nz
bill@kase.co.nz
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M: 64 21 366 999
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Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radio
ummm when u get it installed like l did they
fit well if they are professinal they do
I'm loaded with questions lately..
When I replaced my stock radio in my MX5 in the US I had to purchase a
plastic pocket that took up the additional space created by my new
radio/cd player.
As I have a 91 BRG spec edition, the stock CD/ Cassette/ AM-FM radio
takes up a lot of space.
I'm sure many have removed this and have installed a new radio/cd/etc
-What about the 'plastic pocket"?
Where can you get one?
Is there a need for different size pockets depending on the replacement
system you install?
Thanks in advance.
Regards
Bill
Creating Great Places To Work!
KASE Consulting Group Ltd.
<file:///\\www.kase.co.nz> www.kase.co.nz
bill@kase.co.nz
T: 64 9 523 5238
M: 64 21 366 999
F: 64 9 523 2619
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fit well if they are professinal they do
I'm loaded with questions lately..
When I replaced my stock radio in my MX5 in the US I had to purchase a
plastic pocket that took up the additional space created by my new
radio/cd player.
As I have a 91 BRG spec edition, the stock CD/ Cassette/ AM-FM radio
takes up a lot of space.
I'm sure many have removed this and have installed a new radio/cd/etc
-What about the 'plastic pocket"?
Where can you get one?
Is there a need for different size pockets depending on the replacement
system you install?
Thanks in advance.
Regards
Bill
Creating Great Places To Work!
KASE Consulting Group Ltd.
<file:///\\www.kase.co.nz> www.kase.co.nz
bill@kase.co.nz
T: 64 9 523 5238
M: 64 21 366 999
F: 64 9 523 2619
---------------------------------
Surf the net and talk on the phone with Xtra
JetStream!
Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radio
Plastic Pocket when replacing stock radioHi,
I made my own pocket from a Tupperware type container, cost $3 and about
half an hour.
I measured the space as being 145mm deep, 177mm wide, 75mm high.
I then went to a shop selling plastic containers and found one that would
fit the depth & width (when placed into the gap sideways), but would be too
high.
By cutting one side off of the container it creates a plastic pocket that
fits the hole (the base of the stereo is exposed, but of course you don't
see it from a normal sitting position).
Of course I haven't actually got around to painting it black, or covering it
in leather, so it still looks like half a Tupperware container, but I'll get
around to finishing it one day and post some photos on my site when I do.
Paul
http://miata.cardomain.com/id/xu8678
I made my own pocket from a Tupperware type container, cost $3 and about
half an hour.
I measured the space as being 145mm deep, 177mm wide, 75mm high.
I then went to a shop selling plastic containers and found one that would
fit the depth & width (when placed into the gap sideways), but would be too
high.
By cutting one side off of the container it creates a plastic pocket that
fits the hole (the base of the stereo is exposed, but of course you don't
see it from a normal sitting position).
Of course I haven't actually got around to painting it black, or covering it
in leather, so it still looks like half a Tupperware container, but I'll get
around to finishing it one day and post some photos on my site when I do.
Paul
http://miata.cardomain.com/id/xu8678
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