trieullionaire Posted March 19, 2008 Report Share Posted March 19, 2008 I recently installed the Avic D3 Navigation with rear view camera in my 2000 Boxster. Still have a few interior upgrades to do but the navigation system install was a success and really made the interior look phenomenal and updated. What was needed for the job: T20 Torx Screwdriver Phillips Screwdriver A dremel with cutting wheel A file to sand down rough edges Electrical tape & Wiring Caps Wire Stripper Double Din Kit Includes: Precision cut fascia (trim) piece in Piano Finish to match Pioneer System Double Din Housing & Brackets Double Din Custom Support Bracket for Porsche Heat Shield, Complete Wiring Harnesses, Antenna Adapter & Radio Removal Keys Some of the things I really like about my new system is that I know that the install is solid. One of the challenges I noticed other folks had was the weight of the system, and so they elected to have it sit low as possible on the dash. Using the custom support bracket to support the back end of the navigation, and also choosing to mount the double din housing as high up as possible, I was able to keep most of the gap below the system as oppose to the top. And to make sure my stereo stays relatively unaffected by the heat from the climate duct system, I installed a heat shield between the duct and navigation. The other challenge was that most standard double din navigation systems are a lot smaller than the size of my boxster's opening, so regardless of what I install it was going to make the system appear smaller. Didn't like that look too much, so instead of trying to match up the fascia piece to my car, I went with the piano black fascia piece instead to match it up to the Pioneer system. I think going this route made the fascia piece look like its part of the stereo which gives the illusion that the system is a bit bigger. Anyways, I posted some of the pics below for everyone to check out! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
brunp Posted March 19, 2008 Report Share Posted March 19, 2008 looking good and like it came with the car from day 1. Paul Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Julius Posted March 19, 2008 Report Share Posted March 19, 2008 The D3 really enhanced the look of your interior.The trim is perfect.I think I'm jealous. Excellent !! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
trieullionaire Posted March 20, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 20, 2008 Step by step instructions with photos on the way. Included will be the vss wiring & parking brake bypass. Very easy to install AVIC, professional installers make it seem complicated but it's not true. Stay tuned... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dsf3g Posted March 21, 2008 Report Share Posted March 21, 2008 That looks awesome! Congrats. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
trieullionaire Posted March 21, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 21, 2008 Thank you, I love my AVIC! Been trying to find a reason just to drive somewhere, crazy I know. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DJEAZIE Posted March 21, 2008 Report Share Posted March 21, 2008 Man thats looks incredible! Like Porsche factory installed them! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
trieullionaire Posted March 21, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 21, 2008 We installed a backup camera as well, with infrared night vision! When would I ever need it? NEVER, but it sounds cool though. Happy Easter everyone! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kruff10 Posted March 21, 2008 Report Share Posted March 21, 2008 looks factory Quote Link to post Share on other sites
trieullionaire Posted March 22, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 22, 2008 http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.ph ... 74&hl=avic http://986forum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=15893 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TonyG3sc Posted March 22, 2008 Report Share Posted March 22, 2008 nice dude Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jjcarp123 Posted March 23, 2008 Report Share Posted March 23, 2008 nice Quote Link to post Share on other sites
trieullionaire Posted March 25, 2008 Author Report Share Posted March 25, 2008 Here are images of the kit (2-Din housing & brackets, Porsche 986 wire harnesses, antenna adapter, radio removal keys, screws, wire nuts, custom support bracket, heat shield, fascia or faceplate). I'm almost finish with the photo instructions, just adding as much pertinent information on there as possible. Hopefully I will uploaded tomorrow for everyone, depending on how late I stay up tonight. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
zmarko Posted March 25, 2008 Report Share Posted March 25, 2008 Wow, looks awesome! Congrats! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Julius Posted March 25, 2008 Report Share Posted March 25, 2008 Nice, very neat and organized ! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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