Radio Replacement (archive)

I know that this topic has probably been beaten to death, but I want to replace the factory radio in my 88 750il.
I would like to keep using the factory amp and speakers (until I can later afford to replace).

I called crutchfield, and they said that I would have to buy one of their adaptors, to connect the radio to the fact. system. Adaptor would connect the factory amp to the speaker level outs on the new head unit.

Couldn't I just use the RCA pre outs on the new head unit to connect to the factory system? (I think that they are 4v preouts) and save S40.00?

Has anyone done this? I searched the archives, and could not find anything on this specifically.

Any help appreciated- Thanks

Follow Ups:

Thanks OJ Jake 88 750il 22:33 6/10/2001 (0)
You're in trouble. (long instructions) Henkka 750i 16:09 6/10/2001 (4)
- Just a few sidenotes Odd-Jarle / 91 750iL 18:12 6/10/2001 (3)
  - Mind you it's a 1988 plus ground and RCA stuff Henkka 750i 00:12 6/11/2001 (2)
    - Oh yeah crossover stuff Henkka 750i 00:16 6/11/2001 (1)
      - OJ: found the PERFECT subwoofers for e32 Henkka 750i 00:23 6/11/2001 (0)

[ Follow Ups ] [ 7-series (E32) Message Board ] [ Msg. Board FAQ ]

Questions, comments, or problems, please visit the Roadfly help desk.