Scosche Lexus IS Series Dash Kit Real
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I bought the beat sonic one because I wanted to have an aftermarket unit that could still utilize the OEM screen as a 2nd monitor and retain the NAV and climate control features. Half way through the install, just waiting on a couple of parts.
Last edited by drew81333; 12-28-16 at 07:35 PM.
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I have the Beat-Sonic's kit and it works flawlessly. The only thing I like about the Scosche kit is that the radio is up higher, which I would like.
I actually like the look of the Scosche kit, I don't think it looks outdated at all. Then again I'm easily satisfied.
I actually like the look of the Scosche kit, I don't think it looks outdated at all. Then again I'm easily satisfied.
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Just pulled out the Beat Sonic kit to start wiring things up. And the harness has all these plug connectors on each individual wire. Which is nice because it keeps things clean, and it's super easy to reverse if you ever need to yank it out. But the bastards didn't include any of these connectors to install on the headunit harness!! Now I have to go out to Radio Shack or something and hunt down the matching connectors before I can do my install. PITA. Might just hack the connectors off and solder everything like normal.
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So I went ahead and got the kit and bought a double din android head unit after being so frustrated on waiting for another option. I must tell you all, it's a pain to fit the kit in. It works flawlessly but I had issues fitting back the vent because the space was so right. I will post pictures later tonight for you all to see. Overall I happy with it, but if u not careful enough, u will damage your vent, as it has to be removed to install the kit.
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I'll clarify the question. Does the OEM Nav equipped car come with different pin outs / adapters / wiring harnesses that make it incompatible with this kit and a new aftermarket double bin radio that provides navigation?
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I have an 2006 IS 250. The sound is great, you can actually control the volume of the oem amp thru the hvac. I thinks it's a way better option than the harness from beat sonic because it's not so low down. I installed a 7 inch screen android double din with Bluetooth, gps and all. No cd or DVD rom. I run a usb connector and an sd card from the deck to play music and movies. I can install any app from the play store.
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I have an 2006 IS 250. The sound is great, you can actually control the volume of the oem amp thru the hvac. I thinks it's a way better option than the harness from beat sonic because it's not so low down. I installed a 7 inch screen android double din with Bluetooth, gps and all. No cd or DVD rom. I run a usb connector and an sd card from the deck to play music and movies. I can install any app from the play store.