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Doesn't fit

It's okay. Definitely doesn't fit 07 Pilot. I loosened the top screws quite a bit. Will probably get spacers like someone else suggested. Really it's cheap junk, but it works for now

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Doesn't fit correctly without additional hardware.

Bought this to replace the head unit in my 2006 Pilot. It came with two versions (one for LX and one for EX), and yes, I was using the correct one for my vehicle. The top two mounting points are too high up which does not allow enough room for the dash panel to clear the mount. I had to go out and buy two nylon spacers (washers) and longer screws to mount this in properly. With that modification it fits fine, but the plastic looks and feels cheap. Oh well, my new radio is working great and there don't seem to be many other options. Too bad no one makes this in metal with a proper fit right out of the box.

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Metra 99-7861 Dash Kit

Worked perfectly

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Kit needs spacers & longer screws

Like others have said the dash kit does not fit properly. The top 2 mounting locations make the dash kit sit really high, so that the middle panel assembly cannot be installed. In order to lower the dash kit you must buy spacers and longer screws for the top 2 mounting locations. Then this kit will install flush with the middle panel assembly. See parts below: (2) M5-0.8 x 25mm Screws (longer length screws should fit too) (2) M5 Spacers, 5mm thick (buy extra; I have dropped and lost one) (4) M5 Rubber or Metal washers to get more exact /flush fit Note: If you have a hard time finding M5 hardware, then ¼" spacers and washers could work, depending on the head size of the M5 screw. The screw must be M5-0.8 to fit the vehicle though. Vehicle: 2006 Pilot EX-L

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Great stereo

My favorite stereo I've ever bought Crutchfield technical assist helped me through install I like the big screen for navigation

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Doesn't Fit 2006 Honda Pilot

This kit was sent with my new BOSS stereo. After installing the kit with the stereo I could not fit the radio trim panel back on, there just wasn't enough space between the top of the kit an the dash. I ended up leaving the two top screws off the kit so I could pull it down far enough to ft the trim panel back on. I let Crutchfield support know and they immediately sent me a new one. Unfortunately I had the same issue. I ended up using all four screws to hold the kit in place and used a pry tool to force the top of the kit down so I could fit the trim panel back on. Hopefully the added stress on the kit doesn't cause an issue down the road.

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Metra 99-7861 Dash Kit

Fits and looks great, twenty year old car and it's much nicer than the one that was previously installed.

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Metra 99-7861 Dash Kit

It's a commodity product so there isn't really much to say. It's plastic and helpful to install the stereo. Not that exciting

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Crutchfield makes it easy

Perfect installation. This is my 4th installation of Crutchfield equipment. All wiring harnesses, instructions, & tech support have been perfect and successful over the years!

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Metra 99-7861 Dash Kit

I love it except the brakit that came with the stereo is not the right one actually they gave me two different brakit but non of them works i hade to improvise the brakit in order for it to work.other than that i love it.

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Fit and finish is great!

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Metra 99-7861 Dash Kit

From Connecticut I bought Alpine radio cde-172bt 4 volt perfect radio for the price and it came with a radio Dash kit and a harness for free that was generous of Crutchfield to send that appreciated that thank you and two day shipping it was quick

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Fit opening very well.

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Worthless

Worthless! The direction were unintelligible. Made of really cheep plastic. After installing this kit there was a 1 inch gap in the dashboard. This adapter kit came free with the radio I purchased, however it cost me an extra hour and half to realize it was useless.

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Once we saw this review, our Tech Support specialist, Nicole, reached out to this customer to help him with his kit. Whenever you encounter a problem with anything you purchase from Crutchfield, please contact our Tech Support team right away. Lifetime tech support comes with every Crutchfield purchase.

Metra 99-7861 Dash Kit

Easy install. Fits perfect and would definitely buy from you again. Best place to buy what you need for your vehicle.

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Great part

This adapter is great, it was super easy to use and gave me a spare storage cubby. It is a very sturdy mount, as rock solid as the factory radio.

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Fit great

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didn't line up with OEM bolt holes due to not being large enough causing me to have to force it in. I worry it will crack over time. Tried to call customer service for the item, but wait times were over 30 minutes.

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The kit fit perfectly. Install instructions were right on the mark.

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Mediocre kit

I had the original stereo in my 2005 honda and wanted to be able to bluetooth. So I bought a new stereo and got this dash kit. My original stereo was held in a solid metal frame. This is plastic that flexes and doesn't seem real solid. It leaves space all around the stereo so in the dark it will be real easy to slip a CD through the wrong opening. Not a great fit and not that sturdy

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Does what it's supposed to do.

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Love that easy-connect, convenient Bluetooth streaming form my phone

Works as advertised. I'm very happy with the end result. Connects automatically with my phone when I start the vehicle. No mess, no fuss. Almost like just turning on the radio, but it's my music, all the time. Crutchfield harness was easy to install, although the Axxess steering wheel control add-on instructions (from Axxess, not Crutchfield) were very difficult to follow. I think Crutchfield would benefit from writing its own instructions for the Axxess product in an easier-to-follow way, or press Axxess to redesign its own.

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It just works

Great fit for my 2004 Honda Pilot. Includes 2 mounts; one for EX model, one for LX model. There is a mark on them to tell you which is which. So pick the correct one. Does exactly what it needs to do and could not be easier to use.

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Excellent Fit for Honda Pilot Aftermarket Radio

Good fit for the Pioneer radio in my Honda Pilot.

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Easy to install with a good fit.

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Easy installation, perfect fit

This mounting hardware for in dash installation of the stereo worked perfectly. It was included with the purchase of the stereo to allow me to take out the factory stereo and put in something a little more useful for my needs. There are two options included, based on the trim of the vehicle. It was tough to see which of the two I needed so I had to try them both out. I got it right on the second try. Once I got that figured out, though, it went as smooth as silk. It also a snap to take out the stereo and replace it with a different brand when the first one didn't work out.

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Plenty of parts

The dash kit came with two different frames as well as two pockets already installed. Hardware and other parts complete and installation fit well, as expected. The plastic braces were somewhat wobbly until the facia piece was installed, but fairly solid after all was restored.

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Meters 99-7861

Very simple to set up and gives it that factory look.

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Metra 99-7861 Dash Kit

This kit came with my Sony head unit. Using this install kit to replace my Honda factory unit with a High Power Sony unit was very easy and no problems noticed.

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Metra makes great products, unfortunately this one didn't quite fit th

This kit was "included" with the install package I purchased from Crutchfield for my girlfriend's 2008 Honda Pilot. Installation is pretty straightforward, once you figure out which dash kit you're going to use, the kit comes with 2 chassis mounts. Instructions were sparce but with past experience on my side I was able to reason the proper installation. The problem was with the fit in the dash. If all 4 screws were used and tightened properly the head unit sat approx. 1/4" higher than the dash trim allowed. I used some spacers and longer screws to properly fasten the unit in place. I thought that I may have used the wrong of the 2 kits but after trying both they had the same issue. Not my usual experience with Metra kits.

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Simple. Gets the job done.

Overall. Fit my honda pilot perfect. Very easy to install.

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Good fit

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in dash reciver kiit

This kit allowed me to install a better radio than the one that came with the car. I was always disappointed with the factory radio then my son gave me an Alpine radio and thats when I turnd to Crutchfield for there help. Thanks for you great help.

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Perfect

Fit perfectly. Easy install.

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It'll work!

As the kit came with two install kits, they were poorly marked(small L and E) and difficult to find as the instructions did not state how to identify them. I ended up using the "E" kit as its fit was better looking. Though, it's fitment was not perfect, it worked quite nicely after a few trial and error installs.

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Good Honda Pilot aftermarket dash kit

Fairly easy to use and nice looking, as has been the case with all aftermarket kits I have received through Crutchfield. Easy to use instructions included.

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2007 Honda Pilot LS

I bought this kit to replace the factory stereo in my dad's 2007 Honda Pilot LS. The shipment arrived with two identical kits. albeit on papers they were meant to be different but I did not find any distinction between them. I used the kit to install Single Din Pioneer DH3400 . Unlike the previous reviews I did not have to struggle with the fitting at all; it fits like a glove. The only one thing that could be done better is the storage compartment underneath, The factory fitted compartment is more sturdy and also has a flap to open and close. The one ion this kit is made of flimsy plastic without any flap. I am giving it a 5 star rating simply because it does whats its suppose to do and for the price I can overlook the cheap plastic.

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Honda Kit

A Nice, clean-fitting kit. Fits well in my 2004 Pilot. A nice freebee from Crutchfield that you would otherwise pay for if you had someone else install. Directions could have been better. I'm thrilled to save the extra $200+ in my pocket that it would have cost had I used profession install to do the deck and speakers.

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Ok fit

It is nice that the kit is included as part of the package. However, the fit isn't great. The radio sits too deep, so getting the faceplate off isn't easy. Not that I do it all that often, but stil.... The opening is rectangular but th radio is slightly curved, so it looks a bit funny. Lost the door in he lower slot. Tht was a bummer!

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Fits.mostly

I like that Crutchfield throws this in. Makes all the HUs they sell worth it right there. This trim unit is JUST a bit off. When I bolted it into the console, it sat fine. When I got to the point where I had to install the dashboard trim again, I found that this trim part rides a little high. So I had to kind of bend the unit back down to fit the dash trim over it. It seems alright now. I haven't heard anything pop or crack underneath so I assume it has just molded itself to the new position.

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trial & error

Directions are awful and terminology is confusing. After trying 3 different methods for mounting stereo, I finally figured out which one was supposed to be used for this unit. Once I found the right method, it worked great, albeit frustrating...

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Looks good now, what happens long-term?

Nice that both form factors were included, that could have been a real headache. Installation was straightforward. So certain that the plastic is going to stay rigid enough over the long run. especially after a couple of hot Texas summers. On the other hand, it looks like some thought went into where the stress points are likely to be, so it might be ok. I might come back in a couple of years and give it five stars :-)

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Very Cheap

Very cheap and flimsy plastic. Look at the picture and you can see that the weight of the radio is supprted from the back, nothing at the front of the radio. After mounting it and going for a test drive, all I could here was the rattle and plastic flexing. Took it out, remounted it again using the rear support, and you can still hear it popping as it flexes under the weight of the radio. I ended up buying metric bolts and then taking the factory brackets and pocket and attatching it directly to the new radio. No flex and no noise. Just what I wanted to begin with.

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Metra 99-7861 Dash Kit

This was around my 5th installation using an in-dash adapter kit from Crutchfield. I got the kit free with a Pioneer DEH-P6000UB single-DIN receiver. The adapter fits perfectly into my '04 Pilot dash. The edges are rounded just right. The finish is a little bumpier than the factory dash, but barely noticeable. It seems that Pioneer and the company that makes these for Crutchfield have a slightly different draft of the DIN standard. Everything went together well, with the exception of the final trim bezel that surrounds the radio face plate. I had to snip four small pieces off of the metal DIN bracket that came with the head unit, and Dremel four plastic tangs from this bezel to make them narrower. Not a big deal, but this is the first time I've had to do anything but snap the pieces into place. Overall, a great looking adapter to put a single-DIN head unit into a double-DIN hole. It's great to get this free, and it's worth its price to be bought separately. Crutchfield provided their normal spectacular shopping experience again.

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