RE: A few simple questions

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

Everything sounds Better.. Radio reception is also better.


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


> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-jettaglx@igtc.com [mailto:owner-jettaglx@igtc.com]On Behalf
> Of David Strope
> Sent: Thursday, August 27, 1998 1:46 PM
> To: jettaglx@igtc.com
> Subject: Re: A few simple questions
>
>
> Do all aspects sound better (radio,cassette,CD)?
> Or just the CD?
>
> Dave
>
> Patrick Sherman wrote:
> >
> > 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
> > >
>