Radio Options

[z3beemer]

I've been looking into radio options for my 73 240Z and found a company that will take your radio and update all the internals but maintain the original face plate, housing, etc. It will even maintain full function of the pushbutton presets. It's not cheap, but provides a lot of options that you can pick and choose. Options include, bluetooth, hands free phone, usb, flashdrive, mp3, etc. You will end up with a 180 watt 4 channel unit. I priced it for mine with all the options and the price was $550. The web site is: www.tech-retro.com. They have a good video on the site that demonstrates the unit and all the features. The actual work is performed through authorized dealers throughout the US. The one closest to me is in Chicago area. I've spoke to him several times and he's been very helpful, plus he's a car guy.

Paul (z3beemer)

[DatsunZGuy]

Thanks for the information👍 

I bookmarked their website.

[SoCalJim]

I think that’s great for those that are trying to maintain the stock appearance of their cars, but have a 21st century car radio.  I might have gone this way, but, being unaware of this possibility a few years ago when I replaced my Z’s interior, I ended up getting a vintage looking, modern radio made by Retro Manufacturing.  Thanks for sharing this info with us, z3beemer!  😀

[Dat.240]

Would love to see how it turns out if you pull the trigger ! I just took @UM240  idea retro sound with original faceplate , was able to keep the original knobs with a little Teflon tape and a makeshift bracket to keep the antenna switch .  Has anyone touched up the silver/chrome on the trim ? That’s my next project 

Edited July 11, 2022 by Dat.240
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[jfa.series1]

14 minutes ago, Dat.240 said:

 Has anyone touched up the silver/chrome on the trim ? That’s my next project 

That would be the Molotow Chrome Pen - been there, done that. Awesome results as in "like new"!

https://www.amazon.com/Liquid-Mirror-Chrome-surface-0-7mm3pcs/dp/B09C5S25Z6/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?crid=1NR32QQPZ8KZW&keywords=molotow+liquid+chrome&qid=1657543246&sprefix=moloto%2Caps%2C103&sr=8-3-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzQVZDM0dRRDAxMUlGJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNTMxMTMzQktOMFpWMDc2QUxBJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAwNTE5OTFXWVVVRlE5RE1QRkcmd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl

[Dat.240]

Perfect appreciate the help @jfa.series1

[siteunseen]

59 minutes ago, Dat.240 said:

Would love to see how it turns out if you pull the trigger ! I just took um240’s idea retro sound with original faceplate , was able to keep the original knobs with a little Teflon tape and a makeshift bracket to keep the antenna switch .  Has anyone touched up the silver/chrome on the trim ? That’s my next project 

I used a silver Sharpie on my radio face plate and it turned out great.

[Dat.240]

I used a silver Sharpie on my radio face plate and it turned out great.

Yeah that turned out awesome , I gotta get on that !


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[jfa.series1]

Here's a radio I did with the chrome pen.

[Dat.240]

Here's a radio I did with the chrome pen.

Yeah that came out awesome , what size tip did you end up using ? Just want to make sure I buy the right size for the job .


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[jfa.series1]

I have the 3-piece set, pretty sure it was the 2mm pen. BTW - hold on to the cap seal and put it back in place to keep the pen fresh.

[UM240]

On 7/11/2022 at 2:27 PM, Dat.240 said:

Would love to see how it turns out if you pull the trigger ! I just took @UM240  idea retro sound with original faceplate , was able to keep the original knobs with a little Teflon tape and a makeshift bracket to keep the antenna switch .  Has anyone touched up the silver/chrome on the trim ? That’s my next project 

that is fantastic. My next project is to build new keys for the retrosound with the help of 3-D Print