Mobile Audio Systems & GPS

[glenderson]

is there anyway to get a new faceplate for a kenwood kdc-348u or is it just gonna be cheaper to replace the whole thing?

[glenderson]

ohh and also if i were to get a new deck would i need a new wiring harness if i got a cheaper one that wasnt the same brand?

[mstng87gt Trusted Contributor]

I think you have to call Kenwood direct and have the original receipt.  But an employee would be able to better answer this.

[Mike-BBY Community Connector · Accepted solution]

Hey glenderson,

Welcome to the forum!  

I'm sorry to hear about your theft.  While Best Buy does not carry stereo parts like this, I am happy to report that it is available through Kenwood directly.  At this time it is listed for $85, which is most likely far and away better than replacing the entire deck as far as parts and labor go.

Kenwood lists the part number as TDF-113D.  Click the model number to be routed to the Kenwood online store to place your order.

Cheers!

[858_Autotech · Accepted solution]

Mike is correct that it is available through Kenwood directly and when you compare $85 to $129 for a replacement unit, it is definitely cheaper to just replace that part.  One thing you might want to do before you order a replacement faceplate is to check and make sure none of the tabs or springs on the main unit that actually hold the faceplate are broken....I often see a broken tab in those kinds of thefts and at that point the new faceplate won't help since it won't stay on and you would need to replace the entire unit. 

[Mike-BBY Community Connector]

That is an excellent point.  Thank you for the call out.

[glenderson]

thanks guys im happy you pointed that out because when i went to check the springs the people that stole it broke it soo i need a new radio but once again thanks for saving me the 85$ now to find a new car stereo XD

[858_Autotech]

No problem....I see it all too often