sixiron Posted July 28, 2005 Share Posted July 28, 2005 I want to install XM in my 03 legacy S/W since its awsum in the work van...searched a couple of sites and a mounting bracket for the sub runs 30-40 bucks ...ouch!!...anybody have any tips for mounting and antennae location/cable routing...the roadready2 units have a vent(flimsey) and stickum mount (no flat surface) tks bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legacy777 Posted July 28, 2005 Share Posted July 28, 2005 Are you wanting to install a head unit that has XM, or a separate XM unit with FM modulator or similar? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sixiron Posted July 28, 2005 Author Share Posted July 28, 2005 this is what I want to install http://www.xm-radio-satellite.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=275 it has the fm modulator built in ..has bracket to mount on flat surface .. this is what i have found http://www.gbxdirect.com/store/satellite_radio_mount_kit.php?make=Subaru bracket is almost as much as radio bill Are you wanting to install a head unit that has XM, or a separate XM unit with FM modulator or similar? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forester_Ranger Posted July 29, 2005 Share Posted July 29, 2005 I have brackets similar to that in my forester and SVX for my XM and Sirius radios. I spent $26 each for them at Best Buy. I recommend that bracket. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydfloyd44 Posted July 29, 2005 Share Posted July 29, 2005 Welcome to the addicting world of XM!!! Have 6 subscriptions between 2 of us. Just can't get enough!! My recommendation would be to go here: http://www.xm411.com/phpbb/index.php XM message board. There is a section on getting the help you are looking for. The guys there are pretty descent and should be able to give you some good advice. Ziggy who started the board also has a great online store where you can get virtually any accessory available. He lives in DC near XM's HQ and works closely with them. http://www.myradiostore.us/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiscoPete Posted August 3, 2005 Share Posted August 3, 2005 ...anybody have any tips for mounting and antennae location/cable routing... tks bill I mounted the antenna on the forward area of the roof, using the rear-view mirror as a guide to center it, then routed the antenna cable underneath the windshield molding and brought it out at the bottom of the windshield near the wipers. The cable was then tucked under the cowling ahead of the windshield, in a way that the hood would not pinch it, and then into the engine compartment. There is a rubber plug sealing a hole in the firewall; I used an Exacto knife to cut an "X" in it and then fed the cable through the center of the cut to get it into the passenger compartment. Route the cable to your unit, bundle up the excess cable with wire ties and secure the cable under the dash and in the engine compartment with more ties as needed. It was easy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sixiron Posted August 3, 2005 Author Share Posted August 3, 2005 I mounted the antenna on the forward area of the roof, using the rear-view mirror as a guide to center it, then routed the antenna cable underneath the windshield molding and brought it out at the bottom of the windshield near the wipers. The cable was then tucked under the cowling ahead of the windshield, in a way that the hood would not pinch it, and then into the engine compartment. There is a rubber plug sealing a hole in the firewall; I used an Exacto knife to cut an "X" in it and then fed the cable through the center of the cut to get it into the passenger compartment. Route the cable to your unit, bundle up the excess cable with wire ties and secure the cable under the dash and in the engine compartment with more ties as needed. It was easy. thanks for the reply on the antenna routing...I just had not thought it out in my mind but was aware of the rubber plug for passing the cable thru to the inside...sounds like a clean install...regards...bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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