rockfangd Posted May 25, 2008 Report Posted May 25, 2008 i just had to ask this. i was researching information on cd changers and i came across a fm modulator for factory and aftermarket HUs. Does anyone know aything about these? Is it possible to use a factory cd changer with one? and how much work would i have to do to add it?. thanks to all in advance. I am not very good with modifying audio lol Quote
ManicMechanic Posted May 25, 2008 Report Posted May 25, 2008 A factory CD changer with an FM modulator is plug and play for these cars. Quote
rockfangd Posted May 25, 2008 Author Report Posted May 25, 2008 well the cd changer is from my cadillac and i want to put it into my 94 oldsmobile cutlass supreme with the factory cd deck. So this is possible. can you give me some idea of how i would go about doing this. I can get the pinouts for the cd changer but i have no idea how to make it work Quote
ManicMechanic Posted May 25, 2008 Report Posted May 25, 2008 I have an FM modulator from a Delco CD changer I'll dig out...The changer quit working so I never used it after that. It's all plug and play. You won't be able to get yours to work with that CD player without an FM modulator. Quote
rockfangd Posted May 25, 2008 Author Report Posted May 25, 2008 well if you are interested in parting with it please give me a price. Also it looks like a remote, a reciever, and a few other things come with it. How do you wire the modulator to the changer. by splicing the wires or does it just plug in? Sorry for so many questions. I saved a good lenght of wire from the back of the cd changer so i have a bit for splicing. Quote
ManicMechanic Posted May 25, 2008 Report Posted May 25, 2008 Can you get a pic of the changer? Particularly the wiring you have? SO I can make sure it works, mine is out of a Cadillac too so it should be the same. Quote
rockfangd Posted May 25, 2008 Author Report Posted May 25, 2008 will do. It is a 12 disc from a 96 eldorado. There is a black plug with 2 sections side by side. i will post a pic tonight Quote
ManicMechanic Posted May 25, 2008 Report Posted May 25, 2008 I think I know the one you're talking about and unfortunately, I am 99% sure it's not going to work for you because it's designed for the factory HU and not the one you have. Â The only way I foresee it working is if you install a newer HU with factory changer controls. Â Â Â On another note, I have a friend of a friend that swears he put an MP3 CD mechanism from a new Delco HU in his factory GP CD HU...Can't seem to confirm that one though...Perhaps Brian P can? Â Â Â Quote
Stevo Posted May 25, 2008 Report Posted May 25, 2008 Neo cd changer  Fits almost all factory units and even plays mp3's off discs.  I'd advise against the FM modulator. It sucks ass. Quote
rockfangd Posted May 26, 2008 Author Report Posted May 26, 2008 ok well here is some pictures of the changer. See i dont want to have to buy a changer if i can use the one i laready have lol Quote
Venom Posted May 26, 2008 Report Posted May 26, 2008 Im not sure if that will work with your factory deck, but I remember I once wired in a factory cd changer with FM modulator from a late model GM into my old 92 Camaro RS. It was like three wires and I had to switch the radio station to whatever the FM modulator said to switch it to. Quote
rockfangd Posted May 26, 2008 Author Report Posted May 26, 2008 well looking at the harness there is a black, orange, green. Then in a foil looking wrap there is green/white, black,/white, brown/white, and one bare wire with clear plastic around it. Those are all in the black plug that plugs into the back of the changer. Thanks again to all for the responses Quote
rockfangd Posted May 29, 2008 Author Report Posted May 29, 2008 any clue if the unit i have will work with my cutlass. I am looking into buying another changer if it will not work Quote
rockfangd Posted May 30, 2008 Author Report Posted May 30, 2008 With an aftermarket i presume? I am looking at a few changers right now Quote
ManicMechanic Posted May 30, 2008 Report Posted May 30, 2008 You don't have to, you can use a 1994+ Chevy HU with the AUX input and CD changer controls. Quote
rockfangd Posted May 30, 2008 Author Report Posted May 30, 2008 how difficult would one be to install. I would rather use the one i have because it works perfect. Any chance of posting a picture of the one i need. Is it am/fm cassette? Sorry for so many questions lol Quote
ManicMechanic Posted May 30, 2008 Report Posted May 30, 2008 You can get a cassette or CD...But using your current Cutlass CD is out of the question unless someone can modify it which I don't see happening. Â Â THe hardest part of installing one of the above will be the mounts. Quote
rockfangd Posted May 30, 2008 Author Report Posted May 30, 2008 yeah i had one of those out of a malibu and i could not figure out a way to install it. the mounts are complely different and i thought i could change the cases but that wouldnt work either. i really like those too. If i get one i can make my changer work somehow? I am thinking my best bet is to just get another changer and a fm modulator Also thank you for the pics Quote
ManicMechanic Posted May 30, 2008 Report Posted May 30, 2008 Another changer and an FM modulator would be your best bet. I got an Alpine 6 disc off Craigslist for FREE. Works great too. Quote
rockfangd Posted May 30, 2008 Author Report Posted May 30, 2008 well i just bought a jvc 12 disc and modulator, but i have no clue how to hook anything but the antenna up lol. i may need some help Quote
ManicMechanic Posted May 31, 2008 Report Posted May 31, 2008 There should be a constant, a switched and a ground, easy. Quote
rockfangd Posted May 31, 2008 Author Report Posted May 31, 2008 really. where does it go, in the trunk or in the dash?. Thanks Quote
ManicMechanic Posted May 31, 2008 Report Posted May 31, 2008 I mounted mine under the pass seat...With a 12 disc, you will likely want to mount it in the trunk because of the size. Quote
rockfangd Posted May 31, 2008 Author Report Posted May 31, 2008 I mounted mine under the pass seat...With a 12 disc, you will likely want to mount it in the trunk because of the size. no the modulator lol. I know that there is no place besides the trunk for the changer. Basically i dont know if i can wire the modulator in with my power antenna in the rear or if it has to be right at the stereo. Also whould the antenna wire be the same as my factory wire? Thanks Quote
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