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  1. Ah, stupid me - I left it installed in my Outback when trading that in (complete with usage instructions), but probably should have uninstalled and looked in this forum for anyone who needed one. Was completely happy with the product, btw!
  2. Just a small note that I traded in my 2005 Outback (for a 2015 XV) recently, and included the installed Jazzy board - with instructions and a blank CD. No feedback from the dealer on that upgrade/mod, but presumably they saw it as OK or even a value-add. Given that I now have built-in USB, Aux and Bluetooth methods of interacting with my mobile devices, the Jazzy board was my primary method of sanity when dealing with CD-swapping - even for a car which could handle multiple CDs - that became something of a hassle over the years. Definitely worth the cost. - wader
  3. Well, my 2005 2.5i Ltd had 84K miles as of a few months ago, but I was smelling burning oil at every stop and it was running kind of uneven. Brought it in and apparently the head gasket had blown in spectacular fashion - there was oil all over the place, including my (original) timing belt. Considered all the things to repair and replace vs. buying and decided that - with all other things in the car being in very good condition this time - this first, major service was still most cost-effective if we assumed I kept the car another couple of years or so. $2100 later (i.e., among other things, we even replaced the water pump as a preventative measure) and it's feeling like the solid Outback of old, though there was a whiff of oil on warmer days last week when stopping, indicating there's more to wash off (my guess). Is there a recommended way to wash an engine compartment, possibly? - wader
  4. I installed this into our Outback and Forester - in each case, determining where you wanted to install the player connection cord in your car was the most difficult issue. That, and realizing I could pull harder in the Forester fascia around its vents than my worries kept me from initially doing. I also tested the hookup by holding the radio unit in place before replacing the console. This was to ensure that I put the ribbon connector into the player correctly. - wader
  5. Same symptoms for me - I paid for the cable, but the internal wiring became flaky a few inches from the plug only a few months into use. Yet, I don't bend the cable in normal use. Will have to take all the fascia pieces apart and install a new cable, locally purchased this time from an electronics store. Will be installing the product soon in my spouse's car, but I won't take a chance with the cable that was sent - will use the same type I replace mine with for that install. Otherwise, the product has been working great. - wader
  6. This is a COWON D2. A portable, touchscreen media player for audio, video, viewing text files, Flash Lite applications, alarm clock/wakeup mode, etc. COWON as a portable media player company has been around awhile - longer that Apple has been making iPods. The D2 model has been their foot in the door for the US market, in some respects. Did you try the MP3 player before splitting? Which port and what sound settings are you using on the player for this Aux In capability? The D2 has no separate Line Out - the headphone jack at volume 49 (out of 50) with flat EQ and no effects is unofficially called their virtual Line Out, because it essentially acts much like one (and is similarly clean). But, each device has its own needs for output to an external amp. - wader
  7. Well, despite a great offer from a member offline, I decided to try this install on my own. Needed some medication for the usual pain/muscle issues and all, but really wanted to try on my own. Used my car first, in case something screwed up - the spouse's car will be next. Except for some guidance on considerations for placement of the GLI - in this case, I taped it to the bottom of the radio assembly - everything was very clear. I added a scratch to my shifter knob when a towel covering fell off, but otherwise things look good. I'm also noticing a number of small scratches on the plate which surrounds the shifter knob, but those are too numerous to have been done by this assembly (and, it was covered with a towel after removal). Just the typical worries and oversensitivity after doing a custom interior job. My drilling for a grommet next to the DC plug in the handrest compartment went slightly astray (stupid muscle issues!), but the grommet covered up most of the issue well. I keep a syncwrap on the shipped line out cable, so as to manage the length easily. But, the sound works exactly as expected. Turn the COWON D2 to volume 49 with flat EQ and no effects (which emulates a Line Out signal, in many ways), and the volume on my Outback 2.5i Limited head unit stays either the same or a 1-2 numbers higher than usual with CDs. Quality is just what I desired to hear - no noise, no filtering, no EQ added. It would have taken me about 2.5 hours, but overlapped with dinner and bedtime for the kids. Next comes the Forester. I'd recommend this for any Subaru owner looking for similar Aux In capability. - wader
  8. Not a motorcycle accident here, but the neck, back and at least one arm can severely cramp up and take some nerve(s) along for the ride. Happened suddenly, starting a couple of months ago. So, yeah, I know what you mean. Appreciate the spirit of your offer, too. Hey, the documents are published on the site where he sold you the board, man! I have a feeling you were just joshing around, though. In some manner or another, these aux-in boards are going in. Would help if I could decide where to place the jack in each car, though . . . - wader
  9. I purchased two kits - one for my Outback, the other for my spouse's Forester. Although the instructions look extremely clear and I've done more complex jobs in some prior cars, I was recently hit with some frustrating health issues that would probably make the simple uninstalling and reinstalling of a car radio physically tough to manage in an afternoon. I'd be interested to hear if anyone happens to know of any installers in the NJ/NY metro region who might be good for this type of specialized kit. I really don't know what an installer might charge to do this, but am curious to find out. PMs or posts here would be equally appreciated. Thanks, - wader
  10. Late to the game, but as a lurker who has been slowly dealing with nagging issues in my bought-new car, it can be noted that I own a 2005 Outback 2.5i Limited. Outside of pervasive front end rumbling/vibration since it shipped, two wheel bearings going early and my dislike of some Service folks at the local dealer, I actually enjoy the car. Our 2004 Forester has been comparatively bulletproof in terms of ship quality, but the Outback has held more of a size and feel that I was hoping to gain . . . for what seemed like a reasonable price. Oh, after having an Audi A4 and other reasonable performing cars for years, I decided not to go with the XT. Still, this does well enough in all driving situations - good weather and bad - without feeling like I've boringly compromised for mpg. The "Sport" mode (manual shifting and automatic change in shift priorities) is something I use often and appreciate. - wader
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