RE: A few simple questions

["Patrick Sherman" <patrick@volkswagen.org>]

I would simply suggest just replacing the head unit. I did 2 weeks after
purchase, when I found out how much a 6 disc changer was, I opted for a
Alpine Head unit cassette/Cd Changer Control, and a 12 disc alpine changer
cost $600.00 installed. Advantage $100 over what the dealer wanted for a 6
disc. OTHER BIG Advantage: NIGHT AND DAY Difference in sound quality. The
stock unit just doesn't give the amp and stock speakers credit, it sounds
great I turn it up to about 20 on the alpine dial of course bass is set to
"-2" and everything else is even. Sounds great..I am planning on keeping the
speakers and amp for a LONG time, I am adding a additional Amp and Sub for
some more low end and with LPL you are able to do that very easy..


Patrick Sherman
mailto:patrick@volkswagen.org
"97 Vento VR6"


> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-jettaglx@igtc.com [mailto:owner-jettaglx@igtc.com]On Behalf
> Of Khan M. Klatt
> Sent: Thursday, August 27, 1998 9:47 AM
> To: jettaglx@igtc.com
> Subject: Re: A few simple questions
>
>
> At 10:15 AM -0500 8/27/98, Chris Lefkaditis wrote:
> >Hello All,
> >
> >Looks like im finally taking the plunge and buying a GLX within the
> >month.  I used to own mustangs (since stolen) and test drove a GLX.
> >Ever since the test drive I ve never looked back :-)
> >Ive been following this ng for a while now and have a few simple
> >quuestions. Ive garnered enough info regarding the suspension
> >mods that need to be done. My questions, I need input on the
> >premium stereo system, Is it worth it or should I buy the stock
> >system and upgrade my self? Also, is there any info on
> >superchargers for the VR6 engine?
>
> Chris-
>
> The sound system is a very subjective thing. I find my stock stereo system
> quite adequate, but then I don't go blasting it very loud, so I don't need
> more power. I also don't listen to a lot of rap with tone bass, so the low
> ends are fine for me.
>
> On the other hand, if you're a more sophisticated listener, you will want
> to upgrade the system. I suggest you go to your local dealer, find a
> Wolfsburg Jetta on the lot (meaning you *know* it has CD installed in it)
> and let the salesperson you want to take it for a test drive--
> and pull out
> your favorite CD.
>
> Sit in the car, and listen to it with the engine off, and drive the car
> around the block and listen to the stereo while driving around.
> If you like
> it, great! Otherwise, you may want to upgrade. I didn't.
>
> -Khan
>
> --
> Khan Klatt
> 1997 VW Jetta GLX, Emerald Green
>  --> Biber Beige Leather
>  --> All-weather Package
>  --> Clarion CD Changer
>  --> Locking gas door
>  --> AirCondition Mod
>  --> Bilstein HD
>  --> Neuspeed Sofsport
>  --> Mintex Redbox Brake Pads
>  --> K&N Air Filter
>