ennacac Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 I guess I am going to give up on the Bose Radio in my 2002 Pathfinder and put in a replacement. I would like some real world suggestions from the forum from those that already have replacement stereo's in their R50's. I would like the pros and cons of a touch screen, vs a traditional stereo, other than the obvious cost difference. I have no interest in window rattling volume, just a nice sounding stereo that gets good radio reception, both AM and FM. I was completely satisfied with the stock Bose radio before it decided to no longer function properly. Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcass72 Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 I put a Pioneer Double Din Nav unit in my 96 pathy. It's touch screen and works well. Probable wouldn't have gone that route if I didn't get a killer deal on it but hey, why not? If you go with a single din radio, you'll get a cool extra pocket to put stuff in with the install kit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ennacac Posted March 13, 2014 Author Share Posted March 13, 2014 Thanks, I decided on a Pioneer Double Din BT, without NAV, now it just has to get warmer so I can install it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GePa Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 I don't like touch screen on older screen, they look just out of place that's why i put this alpine HU. Just My personal taste Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KLUELESS Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 That is is GREAT topic because I myself had an issue with my BOSE unit after I purchased my 03 LE. The solution was a Pioneer BT 530 with a Pandora App built in. It also was blue tooth capable and a back up camera installed (very helpful hooking up the boat) As far as installation I will not be very helpfull because I had it swapped out from my "old" vehicle and into my Pathfinder by Best buy. As far as enjoyment I am not a fan of morning disc jockeys and live with my Pandora app. Although I did have to upgrade my data plan through my cell phone provider. The fit was perfect and has a very pleasant eye appeal ( all my girlfriends love it). As far as sound quality I did not opt for the amp package that was offered but for my taste it is adequate. If I could figure out how to post pics I would be happy to share those with the forum. Thanks for looking KLUELESS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lerch641 Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 I bought my Pathy second hand and the deck wasn't reading discs and the LED was going dim, so I gave in and picked up a Kenwood KDC-BT555U on sale and the installation kit. Took me an afternoon and had the decks swapped out. Double DIN's aren't bad, but I wasn't crazy for touchscreens and like I said, this deck was on sale. It has Bluetooth and, although I don't use them, Sirius and Pandora. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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