How to install radio?

muskokamarc

muskokamarc

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1985 Sea Ray 210 Monaco
Engines
230HP Alpha One
Hey guys,

We used to have a radio on our boat, but I think my grandfather uninstalled it as it wasn't working but he never replaced it.

We have Panasonic speakers throughout the boat, and I would like to get some use out of them.

What radio module would you guys recommend and are they difficult to install? It's a 1987 Monaco 210 Cuddy Cabin. I've attached some photos of the wiring underneath the dash.

Thanks
 

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A basic stereo is very simple to install... but it sounds like it may be beyond your capabilities... no insult intended.

I would look for an inexpensive single DIN unit with Bluetooth. The speaker wires and 12V would be easy to identify with a volt ohm meter.
 
Yes, something like that would be fine.

Looking at the pictures, I would say that the white/yellow is your +12V, and the blues are the speakers.
 
muskokamarc said:
Would it come with instructions for installation? Or are there any good videos you could suggest?
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They do come with installations instructions, and I'm sure there are multiple videos online.

It might be best if you have a friend with some experience help you out. Buy him a few beers and promise a boat ride!
 
The thick black one in the back is the antenna. If you want FM, that will need to be used (assuming it goes to an antenna on board)
 
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