2008 Scion radio in 2005 Tacoma?

palomino · #1 (**permalink**) 04-13-2008, 08:32 PM

i want a different look & more functionality for my truck in the audio department.

i've done a search...but, not sure if the 2008 Scion radios will fit in the new gen Tacomas.

i'm tired of the 'dusty' look on the display in the Tacoma and the lack of direct ipod interfacing. Scion radios seem to meet the needs. but, i want the color to match also (red, not pea green).

ideas/suggestions?

craigxb · #2 (**permalink**) 04-14-2008, 02:11 PM

i own a scion XB, i can take a look at the radio. I would think it would fit but you will still need a double din adapter face plate like this one Scosche Industries : Car Audio Accessories, iPod Accessories, Bluetooth Wireless Accessories, EFX Hyperformance, Accumat Sound Damping, Soundkase audio backpacks, CD and DVD storage systems

craigxb · #3 (**permalink**) 04-14-2008, 02:12 PM

let me go and take a picture of the back of the radio i took out of my scion. I will post it up.

palomino · #4 (**permalink**) 04-14-2008, 02:48 PM

thanks.

i just bought this unit off of ebay.

eBay Motors: 2008 SCION RADIO FOR TC, XB AND XD BRAND NEW IN BOX (item 320239579841 end time Apr-14-08 10:04:30 PDT)

don't know if it's the same unit you have in the Scion. i know i'll need the double din adapter. i'll post updates on the install after i tackle it.

thanks for the links & info. i'll look for your pics soon.

bikewriter71 · #5 (**permalink**) 04-16-2008, 08:54 AM

Yes, please let us know (note to self: subscribe to this thread!)
Thanks in advance.

Glk21c · #6 (**permalink**) 04-16-2008, 11:22 AM

Yes, definetly need to watch this one. I was asking the same question a year ago on another forum.

NJTacoma · #7 (**permalink**) 04-16-2008, 12:49 PM

I went from an access cab with 6-disk to a D-Cab with a regular 1 disk and the sound system is weak in the new truck. Not sure if its the head unit or the speakers, but I am def interested to see how this turns out!

craigxb · #8 (**permalink**) 04-17-2008, 03:11 PM

sorry for the cell phone pics. This is from my 2005 Scion xB. Not sure what the taco unit looks like in the back, maybe someone else can clarify if the plugs look similar.

palomino · #9 (**permalink**) 04-17-2008, 03:17 PM

thanks for the replies and for the pics of the 2005 Scion unit.
i'm still waiting on the 2008 Scion radio to arrive.
i hope to dive into the project next week and have a new look posted soon.

thanks guys.

toyo05 · #10 (**permalink**) 04-17-2008, 07:38 PM

That headunit is a T1808, which has the capability to interface with the iPods.
The ipod functions can be displayed and selected from the headunit, along with charging the ipod.
The easiest way to connect this to the ipod is with a SC12235 cable, which is available on ebay, or from rctech@comcast,net
They also offer a seperate AUX cable for this model headunit that allows you to connect another audio source to it.

palomino · #11 (**permalink**) 04-17-2008, 10:13 PM

found some pics on this ebay listing. same unit that i'm expecting soon.
eBay Motors: TOYOTA SCION CD MP3 PIONEER RADIO iPod SAT READY T1808 (item 160229657884 end time Apr-20-08 19:00:00 PDT)

looks like the plugs are fairly standard Toyota fare and the listing seems to agree.

might have to pick up the extra part SC12235 and mate it all up.

sounds promising. we'll see.

NJTacoma · #12 (**permalink**) 04-18-2008, 08:39 AM

Keep us updated man!

palomino · #13 (**permalink**) 05-07-2008, 11:58 AM

update on the Scion install for Tacoma...

there is no update currently. purchased item on ebay and it was never delivered. note: pay attention to ebay feedback in detail. turns out that this very same item from the same seller was also a fouled transaction in the past. i did receive a full refund via PayPal. always use PayPal for protection. i have received refunds twice thru PayPal. it's fast and safe.

so...i am left with no radio to attempt an install with. i am still actively searching for a marriage of Tacoma and Scion radio. i'll post updates when available. hopefully i can find a good faith seller.

here's the ebay feedback for the listing that i was duped by. guess which one is me...
eBay Feedback Profile for taterslady6002

NJTacoma · #14 (**permalink**) 05-08-2008, 02:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by palomino

update on the Scion install for Tacoma...

there is no update currently. purchased item on ebay and it was never delivered. note: pay attention to ebay feedback in detail. turns out that this very same item from the same seller was also a fouled transaction in the past. i did receive a full refund via PayPal. always use PayPal for protection. i have received refunds twice thru PayPal. it's fast and safe.

so...i am left with no radio to attempt an install with. i am still actively searching for a marriage of Tacoma and Scion radio. i'll post updates when available. hopefully i can find a good faith seller.

here's the ebay feedback for the listing that i was duped by. guess which one is me...
eBay Feedback Profile for taterslady6002

Wow that sucks man at-least you where able to get your money back. I think I am going to get a head unit from crutchfield some of the new ones have USB connections right on the front of the head unit. A couple that I looked at where around 130-150 shipped.

Photog · #15 (**permalink**) 05-12-2008, 02:43 PM

palomino,
You might try subscribing to one of the Scion forums, and watching their For Sale section. That is how I picked up my T1806 head unit.

In the mean time, you need to learn how to open up your dash. Do so, pull the head-unit out, and check the plugs. I suspect they are the same as the Scion; but it does not hurt to make sure, before buying something new, and finding out it won't connect.

If the plugs are the same, order the double-DIN and ipod cable too. Everything will be ready for the stereo, when it becomes available.