Need help on navigation choices and install

[Chunblue]

Sup guys, I have 2003 4Runner w/JBL sound and my factory deck ate my CD's and wont give them back so this has finally given me the excuse I needed to replace it.

I am probably going to forced to move from Ohio to Toronto, Ontario in the next couple of months so I looking at having a company such as Circuit City or Best Buy perform the install so if I have any troubles or issues at least I'll have a local warranty/coverage.

I'm working with a somewhat limited budget (especially since I'm sure how long my employment is going to last) so I can't get to crazy with expenses.

I'm interested in getting either the Kenwood 8120 or AVIC Z-* series and I have a couple of questions about both decks.

What additional parts would I need to buy in order to get functions such as Bluetooth and ipod working?

Is there any additional frames or harnesses that I need or should by to assist on installation?

What particular things should I make sure the installer does? Like place certain wires or GPS antenna.

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[oksailor]

Go with Eclipse!

You will be so freakin' happy

 

[Chunblue]

As long as I can get good bluetooth and navigation I don't really care what deck it is.

What eclipse model do you suggest?

 

[oksailor]

I have the 5495. A very sweet Head unit with a 30 gig internal hard drive, easy to use NAV, and a good quality DVD player.

They have a new one out I think but have not had a chance to mess around with it yet

 

[tarheeltp17]

The problem with eclipse is that you have to add a parrot bluetooth kit on and have a separate display, where everyone else is just an add on module, like an ipod interface, where it shows up and everything right on the screen.

 

[Chunblue]

Good point, I would like to have all the features on the deck itself.

Most people are pretty satisfied with the Kenwood 8120, so I'm just trying to find the best price that I can now.

 

[tarheeltp17]

The 8120 is an excelon unit so I'd highly suggest picking that up through an authorized retailer! It has a 2 year warranty compared to most companies 1 year!