'89 379 Radio Hardware

Discussion in 'Peterbilt Forum' started by RocketScott, Jan 11, 2018.

  1. RocketScott

    RocketScott Medium Load Member

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    Right now there's a hole in the overhead console where the radio is supposed to be. It looks like there is a track on the roof to support the radio but I'm assuming I'll need some sort of bracket to bolt to the radio.

    Does anyone have a source for the bracket or know what hardware I'll need to install an aftermarket radio?
     
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  3. Hogleg

    Hogleg Medium Load Member

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    At this point, grab some aluminum at the local hardware store and make it.
     
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    blairandgretchen Thanks this.
  5. RocketScott

    RocketScott Medium Load Member

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    I took another look at it today. I think the metal piece on the top is just to put pressure on the radio so it doesn't bounce around. My F150 has something similar but there's a plastic bracket that bolts to the back of the radio and slides onto the track.

    The radio came with a sleeve that it slides into, I'll try using that. The plastic around the hole is pretty chewed up so might have to get creative.

    Ordered the wiring harness from here:
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