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Expert: - 9/5/2006


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I have a 86 transam the radio in it is the original, it skips, and goes out and does not stay tuned to a station, sometimes it works and sometimes not.I have  another that is the same make and model for it and I would like to try to change it myself,  but I dont know exactly what I should do first, do I disconnect the battery before I begin. I dont want to get electricuted...I am a hands on person and dont mind doing things myself...If possible..thank you in advance Ernesto.

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hi:
there is only 12 volts in the car nothing is going to happend to you  just change the radios the plastic trim around the radio comes out is been hold by 4 clips then you remove 4 screws and there is 4 plugs in the back and the antenna
good luck

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Please year and model of the vehicle i need all the details I'am a car electronics installer with 23 years of experience. I'am very familiar with installations of in-dash head units,factory head units, factory car audio, hands-free phone kits, auxiliary audio inputs and iPod iPhone interface integration and security systems if you need any help with your factory stereo, or how to add auxiliary audio or listen to your ipod android in the vehicle I currently have a MECP Master Installation Technician certification. My answers are based on my experience in vehicles and my knowledge of automotive electronics I don't put much emphasis on brand names; you won't often find me putting down a brand or pushing one on dont send me a list of what brands i like better sorry i can not help you with aftermarket or vehicles that are not in the u.s.a also video and security

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