Sirius OEM Install Questions

[Markr]

Hi All,
I recently purchased Toyota's Sirius receiver and install kit. I have a copy of the TIS install instructions (Thanks Tim!) and have a few questions/concerns.

I use my 4Runner off road quite a bit and I'm concerned about the fact that the receiver box and bracket mount to the floor with just double sided tape. I'm also concerened that the excess cabling is just to be gathered up under the carpet.

For anyone that has the factory install, have you had any issues with rattles/squeaks etc. ? Or has anyone modified their install to compensate for this ?

Thanks
Mark

 

[Markr]

Well.....update

My Sirius is installed.
I took it slow and followed the instructions meticously paying special attention to the cable routing and anchoring points, and it turned out great. No rattles, no squeaks.

And if anyone is considering a Sirius install, I highly recommend the tip MAC4Runner had in a post here. Install the antenna IN the dash. It makes for a completely invisible Sirius install and works great. No drop outs. I installed a Sirius DOT Ultra Low Profile Antenna with double sided tape on top of a plastic air duct , behind the glovebox and near the top of the dash. Works great.

 

[mjweber96]

I take it you do not have any problems getting reception? I have a PNP unit with the antenae mounted in the rear of the truck on the roof and have had a few dropouts while driving through SC through a canopy of trees. Let me know if you have any problems with it being in the dash.

 

[MAC4Runner]

Well.....update

And if anyone is considering a Sirius install, I highly recommend the tip MAC4Runner had in a post here. Install the antenna IN the dash. It makes for a completely invisible Sirius install and works great. No drop outs. I installed a Sirius DOT Ultra Low Profile Antenna with double sided tape on top of a plastic air duct , behind the glovebox and near the top of the dash. Works great.

Glad it worked out for you.