puckfreak Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 Quote: Originally Posted by puckfreak http://legacygt.com/forums/skynetim/buttons/viewpost.gif Is it still possible to get this head unit anymore? I've tried searching some of the parts sites for the part# given in this thread, but haven't been able to find a listing any where. From Post #148: Quote: Originally Posted by gregnauman http://legacygt.com/forums/skynetim/buttons/viewpost.gif Just to let everyone know. Tristan said there were only five of these radios left in the states and he had a hard time getting one for me. He told me it may be the last new one anyone can purchase. Now there are 4 left. The reason seems to be they need them for warranty repairs and such. It doesnt seem like they are making them anymore. While I appreciate you trying to help, it really doesn't: 1) That post you quoted is from 6 months ago, so I was hoping to, ya know, get some updated, recent info. 2) Who the hell is Tristan, and why would I care what one person has to say? Is he the North American Czar of Audio for Subaru of America (NACASA)? Because Bob told me that there was a Raiders of the Lost Ark sized warehouse full of them just waiting for homes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeCA1974 Posted July 4, 2008 Share Posted July 4, 2008 Tristan is correct. All "new" 07 radios are for warranty repair only. You can't buy them from Subaru. I got mine from a salvage yard. Try copartfinder.com. I searched for 2007 Legacy/Outback wrecks and found one that had just been wrecked. I called them and they pulled the radio for me. The ability to have Sirius alone was worth it to me. Having a cd player that could read mp3s was a bonus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby2.5 Posted July 4, 2008 Share Posted July 4, 2008 Quote: Originally Posted by puckfreak http://legacygt.com/forums/skynetim/buttons/viewpost.gif Is it still possible to get this head unit anymore? I've tried searching some of the parts sites for the part# given in this thread, but haven't been able to find a listing any where. From Post #148: Quote: Originally Posted by gregnauman http://legacygt.com/forums/skynetim/buttons/viewpost.gif Just to let everyone know. Tristan said there were only five of these radios left in the states and he had a hard time getting one for me. He told me it may be the last new one anyone can purchase. Now there are 4 left. The reason seems to be they need them for warranty repairs and such. It doesnt seem like they are making them anymore. While I appreciate you trying to help, it really doesn't: 1) That post you quoted is from 6 months ago, so I was hoping to, ya know, get some updated, recent info. 2) Who the hell is Tristan, and why would I care what one person has to say? Is he the North American Czar of Audio for Subaru of America (NACASA)? Because Bob told me that there was a Raiders of the Lost Ark sized warehouse full of them just waiting for homes. Wow what a post from a Newb... Your sarcasm must reflect the disappointing news. Sorry I had to break it to ya. Tristan is a Subaru Parts man at www.thekingofparts.com and they sell a lot of parts. He may not be the Czar but he is the KING OF PRICING. Oh and more bad news for you looks like thekingofparts is off line for some reason. So with that said, I dont know who Bob is either but when he gives you clearance into AREA 51 and you find the Radios (as well as the ark) let us know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby2.5 Posted July 4, 2008 Share Posted July 4, 2008 Tristan is correct. All "new" 07 radios are for warranty repair only. You can't buy them from Subaru. Aaahhheeeem Witness number 2 Can I get another witness..... All sarcasm aside I would see if you can get one of the newer harmon kardon radios to work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puckfreak Posted July 8, 2008 Share Posted July 8, 2008 Thanks for assuming I'm a Newb based on post count. At least you gave me a capital "N" If you could be bothered to check any stats other than a quick glance at my post count, you would see that I have been a member for over 3 years. Way to go "Senior". Aside from the condescension, THAT was an actual informative post, thanks. Now I know who the mythical Tristan is. And I also saw that that site was down--another reason I decided to post to this thread. But that would lead me to the next logical question which is...Is there anyone not named Tristan and who does not work at THE KING OF PARTS who might have any of these units? Am I to believe that because He said that there are no more, then it be so for everyone else as well? Your sarcasm must reflect the disappointing news.Bingo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby2.5 Posted July 9, 2008 Share Posted July 9, 2008 (edited) Aside from the condescension, Please reread your first post to me when I reposted post 148 for the sole purpose that you might have missed it. Notice I didnt write anything at all but the original post: "While I appreciate you trying to help, it really doesn't: 1) That post you quoted is from 6 months ago, so I was hoping to, ya know, get some updated, recent info. 2) Who the hell is Tristan, and why would I care what one person has to say? Is he the North American Czar of Audio for Subaru of America (NACASA)? Because Bob told me that there was a Raiders of the Lost Ark sized warehouse full of them just waiting for homes." "But that would lead me to the next logical question which is...Is there anyone not named Tristan and who does not work at THE KING OF PARTS who might have any of these units? Am I to believe that because He said that there are no more, then it be so for everyone else as well?" "Because Bob told me that there was a Raiders of the Lost Ark sized warehouse full of them just waiting for homes." Wouldnt that be Bob at 1800AREA51 Edited July 14, 2008 by Scooby2.5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RustyShackleford Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 I wonder if Subaru ever intends to go with a front-panel USB port, like many of the newer head-units at Crutchfield ? These are really nice, because you can dispense with all those CD-MP3 discs and just put your music on the little thumb-drives (which are getting incredibly cheap now) or perhaps a mini-hard drive. It'd be a nice option to retrofit such a radio into '05 or '06. I guess it's time for a major 5-year model jump in 2010, so if the '09s don't have it, forget it. We'll just have to hope the JDM bezel conversion happens, or something ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShrinerMonkey Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 The exclusive deal between Ford and Microsoft on Sync is expiring and other auto manufactures will be offering it. But as long as it took Subuaru to just get an Aux input I wouldn't hold your breath. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrescottOutback Posted July 15, 2008 Share Posted July 15, 2008 Is it still possible to get this head unit anymore? I've tried searching some of the parts sites for the part# given in this thread, but haven't been able to find a listing any where. My car is in the body shop (hit by drunk driver). I gave the part number to the guy at the shop -- he made a call, they could get it -- it's on order. I should have it next week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HighlineCA Posted July 15, 2008 Share Posted July 15, 2008 (edited) For anyone interested, we have a 07 for sale here http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php?t=90443 And yes Tristan is correct - unless its used, you will not be able to buy it from the dealer (retail or wholesale). Thanks! Rich @ HCA Edited July 15, 2008 by HighlineCA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrescottOutback Posted August 10, 2008 Share Posted August 10, 2008 I just finished putting the 07 stereo and the ipod interface kit in my 05 Outback XT Limited. It took me about an hour and everything works great -- with the SRS it sounds better than it used to. Thank you Deer Killer and everyone else who posted information showing me how to do this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goneskiian Posted August 11, 2008 Share Posted August 11, 2008 Prescott, Glad to hear you were able to source one of these HU's and are enjoying the setup. Good to hear the sharing of info here helps with other's enjoyment of their Subie's! Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue dragon Posted August 12, 2008 Share Posted August 12, 2008 I got mine from subarugenuineparts.com for $431.67. FWIW, I also ordered part number 86257XA10A ($14.25). It's a small box with a six pin adapter and small headphone jack. Cheers! -Ian Damn, my dealer can't pull up this number, any chance you can double check it for me? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goneskiian Posted August 13, 2008 Share Posted August 13, 2008 Damn, my dealer can't pull up this number, any chance you can double check it for me? Replied to your pm on this but yes this is the correct number. Try it here: http://www.subarugenuineparts.com This is a local (to me) dealerships on line catalog. Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue dragon Posted August 16, 2008 Share Posted August 16, 2008 I've confrmed that the '08 Impreza aux-in kit does work since the pins are the same size. You need to release the pins from the white connector on the Aux-in harness, and move them over to the I-85 connector. On an '05 Legacy or outback, pins 1, 2, and 5 are empty on the I-85 connector, so you will only need to remove pin 6 from the I-85 connector so that you can install the pin from the aux in harness Pin 1 - audio left (white wire) Pin 2 - audio right (red wire) Pin 5 - Ground (black wire) Pin 6 - Aux enable (brown wire) Those are the colours of the wires in the Aux-in kit harness, and the corresponding pins that you need to move them to on the I-85 connector. This allows you to have aux-in and still retain the steering wheel audio controls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goneskiian Posted August 16, 2008 Share Posted August 16, 2008 There's an actual aux in kit that will work? Do you have a part number? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby2.5 Posted August 17, 2008 Share Posted August 17, 2008 I've confrmed that the '08 Impreza aux-in kit does work since the pins are the same size. You need to release the pins from the white connector on the Aux-in harness, and move them over to the I-85 connector. On an '05 Legacy or outback, pins 1, 2, and 5 are empty on the I-85 connector, so you will only need to remove pin 6 from the I-85 connector so that you can install the pin from the aux in harness Pin 1 - audio left (white wire) Pin 2 - audio right (red wire) Pin 5 - Ground (black wire) Pin 6 - Aux enable (brown wire) Those are the colours of the wires in the Aux-in kit harness, and the corresponding pins that you need to move them to on the I-85 connector. This allows you to have aux-in and still retain the steering wheel audio controls I have a 2005 I orderd the Aux in box 86257XA10A Now I need to: 1. Find out if it will fit into my console in the armrest area 2. Get the wiring that goes from the radio to the Aux in box? Do you have any information on what I need to do for these two items. Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue dragon Posted August 18, 2008 Share Posted August 18, 2008 (edited) ^^ Well I used the Impreza kit which has the wiring, as well as the aux in box. I'm still trying to find a place to mount it, most likely I will mount it in the centre console. PArt number is in this document http://techinfo.subaru.com/html/downloadFree.jsp?doc_id=190308 Edited August 18, 2008 by blue dragon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShrinerMonkey Posted August 19, 2008 Share Posted August 19, 2008 All you need for wiring is shielded audio cable. I have a lot of it if you want I can sell you some. Personally I wouldn't bother with the Subaru Aux jacks because I have no idea where you will be able to mount it. The aux jacks from radioshack are very small and have a nice threaded bezel for easy mounting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rlax31 Posted August 19, 2008 Share Posted August 19, 2008 All you need for wiring is shielded audio cable. I have a lot of it if you want I can sell you some. Personally I wouldn't bother with the Subaru Aux jacks because I have no idea where you will be able to mount it. The aux jacks from radioshack are very small and have a nice threaded bezel for easy mounting. My big problem was finding the correct size pins though. I couldn't steal from existing ones because I wanted steering wheel controls too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue dragon Posted August 19, 2008 Share Posted August 19, 2008 ^^ And thats where the impreza kit comes in handly because it has the right pin sizes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShrinerMonkey Posted August 19, 2008 Share Posted August 19, 2008 Someone more familiar with electronics might want to try to source the pins from Mouser: http://www.mouser.com Cutting them from a junked car at a salvage yard would also be a good option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Civic2GT Posted August 19, 2008 Share Posted August 19, 2008 I've confrmed that the '08 Impreza aux-in kit does work since the pins are the same size. You need to release the pins from the white connector on the Aux-in harness, and move them over to the I-85 connector. On an '05 Legacy or outback, pins 1, 2, and 5 are empty on the I-85 connector, so you will only need to remove pin 6 from the I-85 connector so that you can install the pin from the aux in harness Pin 1 - audio left (white wire) Pin 2 - audio right (red wire) Pin 5 - Ground (black wire) Pin 6 - Aux enable (brown wire) Those are the colours of the wires in the Aux-in kit harness, and the corresponding pins that you need to move them to on the I-85 connector. This allows you to have aux-in and still retain the steering wheel audio controls Can someone post a DIY (with pictures) on this install. I am very interested, especially since it will provide the AUX IN along with the STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShrinerMonkey Posted August 19, 2008 Share Posted August 19, 2008 The only thing that sucks is you have to buy a $60 part to get that cable, and it may be tough to use the aux port that comes with the kit. I guess we won't know until someone tries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrmako Posted October 5, 2008 Share Posted October 5, 2008 I just looked at the harness information on the following link: http://www.geocities.com/svxdc/Legacy-pinout.htm It is an exact match for my JDM 2006 radio harness, which is the same design as the 2007 MY and up (WMA/MP3 6CD changer). This is a great start for anyone that is rewiring their audio. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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