Adding OEM Nav to CX-7 [Archive]

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bluemotev

05-25-2007, 10:54 PM

Well, I am not quite sure I am prepared to give up on the OEM Nav just yet. Anything can be done... I went ahead and bought it. I am going to try to get it done. All I need to find now is the main DVD unit. The GPS antenna and the harness I am sure can be found as well... All keep you guys posted. Any thoughts or ideas please let me know!

I am starting this thread to keep track of progress, findings and thoughts from forum members. Having it all in one place will make the process easier for us all.

Raider

05-25-2007, 10:55 PM

Good luck. It has been attempted before here, but no luck, it is a lot of work.

bluemotev

05-25-2007, 11:03 PM

Thanks. I think the first obstacle is going to be finding the DVD nav drive that goes under the passenger seat. Any ideas?

Raider

05-26-2007, 08:37 AM

www.car-part.com,(might have to call or email) www.mazdarecycling.com (nothing listed on website, but there are some pretty cool pics of smooshed up cars)

Seriously, if you go over $1000 into this, you are spending too much. There are aftermarket units which fit great, and are an all in one, including MP3 file storage. Just a thought.

CRD

06-04-2007, 11:16 PM

Remenber that you need the bose system for the sound, because the head unit does't have internal amp.

CXRabbit

06-21-2007, 02:42 PM

I'm pulling the whole damn thing OUT of my CX-7 next week. Why bother installing OEM? Go with one of the kick-ass aftermarket systems... they are SO much better.

bluemotev

06-30-2007, 02:48 PM

What options do I have without bose? Can I install an aftermarket amp to at least get the stereo working on the Nav unit? The volume knob right now doesnt do anything - it is the same level output regardless of the number. I wonder if I splice the speaker out wires and run them through an aftermarket amp... will that work?

bluemotev

07-03-2007, 09:27 PM

Giving up. I paid $950 for the NAV unit. I am going to stick it on ebay in a couple days. Thought I would offer it up here first. Any offers?

bluemotev

07-07-2007, 02:40 PM

Any takers?

SkinnyGinny07

07-07-2007, 11:45 PM

ill give you $500...

bluemotev

07-08-2007, 01:46 AM

Thanks but can't do that... Already turned down an offer for $800. Shop around, you'll see how expensive they are!

bluemotev

07-12-2007, 11:27 PM

Hey guys - I stuck it on ebay. I also put the digital climate controls up too.

Here is the link for the navigation if anyone is interested

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=170129026812