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09-30-08, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by kobrapack9

I use a rice scooper to open the vents. works perfectly. just slide it in between then pop em out. I dont regret doing the hack but let me recommend that you have someone help u hold the unit. its heavy.

ya seriously, it's pretty darn heavy trying to do it yourself. Make sure you don't scratch the paint on the Stereo system once you take it out. Cuz i did....

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09-30-08, 09:17 AM

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ya seriously, it's pretty darn heavy trying to do it yourself. Make sure you don't scratch the paint on the Stereo system once you take it out. Cuz i did....

AND place a sheet or something on the center dash b/c when I took out my unit I had dents/scratches on the side center console by the shifter area.

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09-30-08, 11:01 PM

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so who here has bought those ebay kits and actually installed it?

i also have the 08 is250 non ML with navi and want to be able to just watch videos on my screen ....

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09-30-08, 11:39 PM

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so who here has bought those ebay kits and actually installed it?

i also have the 08 is250 non ML with navi and want to be able to just watch videos on my screen ....

Right here. it works flawless