I have never worried much about the radio in most of my cars but the unit in the 74 leaves a bit to be desired. There is a nice AM Clarion radio in the truck now and I was thinking of one of these so that I can use the ipod to play some tunes. Only problem is that the damn thing only has one hook ups for one speaker and it does not put out much noise from that one dash speaker. Can this single speaker channel be run into an amp and then to two other speakers? Can these alternators even keep up with an amp? Or are there other old looking radio options that will give me modern features but look period correct? Thanks **Boonies**
Is the stereo AM only? If you have FM you could get a cheap FM transmitter. Amazon.com: NEEWER Wireless FM Transmitter + Car Adapter Charger for iPod Touch, iPhone, Nano, Classic, + MORE! Charge your iPod / iPhone! 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB, 64GB, 120GB, 160GB (**Remote Control NOT included**): Electronics You could bridge the one speaker to another. It lowers your resistance by half and might sound better. If you run a lower power amp for highs and not a subwoofer amp the alternator should be able to handle it. A good 50 watt amp will do wonders. What i have done in the past is kept the old radio where it is all and install a new one either under it or in the glove box to conceal it.
Check out this link. As far as speakers, put a couple behind the seats, that's what I did. Vintage Auto Radio Services
Great site,You send us your OEM radio, and we will install state of the art Electronics to provide AM FM Stereo, Auxiliary inputs, with 4 X 45 Watts per speaker output!! Using your original case, face and controls!! The way to go if your keeping the truck all stock!
i like this option with my iphone Composite A/V Cables for Mobile Video Systems hidden 2 channel amp, 2 speakers in stock door locations. tunes enough to drain out the rain. stock AM radio if i want. errr yea. pete