Not worth it for a 2014 Tacoma

I got this as part of my installation kit for my 2014 Tacoma. This is not worth being free, gaps, does not line up properly, plastic brackets... Like others have said, buy the Scosche brand as it does have the metal brackets, lines up properly, the HVAC snaps in to place proper.

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Crutchfield response on 9/5/2023

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Alpine lxi-w650 doesnt fit

This doesn't fit alpine Lexi- w650 well. There's a gap - the online chat with crutchfield had no response to this. Looking for a better one.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Unbelievably flimsy, cheap, and unusable. Did NOT work with my 2015 Tacoma. This kit was part of the reason I gave up on upgrading my audio system (5 different attempts). It's like installing your head unit onto some rubber bands - floating in the air. Definitely nothing near the metal OEM brackets that actually function.

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Crutchfield response on 8/28/2023

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

This unit looks good and I'm glad I got the flat black instead of the shiny black faceplate. The face plate piece fit well but the brackets to hold the radio in place didn't line up the face of the radio perfectly. The right side still needs to protrude out a little further and also come up just a few millimeters. I'm going to have to make some shims to do that so it fits more perfectly. This was for a 2015 Toyota Tacoma w/o JBL. Still this is a good kit and it worked 95%.

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Needs redesign

Not too happy with this dash kit. I had to take my head unit in and out 3 times making adjustments in order to get the headunit to fit decent. And it's still not perfect. The mounts are separate from the dash piece. So you have to move the head unit in order to match the dash trim.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Does not fit my new Sony unit. Spaces at top or bottom and does not appear securely in place.

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Professional look

Looks as good as the factory install.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Total garbage. There was a gap by the hazard button that you could see through to inside the dash. Nothing fit properly. Gaps around the new head unit. Wouldn't stay clipped to the dash. I ended up ordering another brand.

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Crutchfield response on 6/27/2023

Once we saw this review, our Customer Support specialist, Alice, reached out to issue John a refund.

Gaps!

Not well made, side brackets are plastic and flimsy. Did not fit my Kenwood DMX type head unit. There are other options that might be better

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Cheap, bad fit.

This was supposed to fit my Kenwood DMX957XR placed in a 2nd gen Toyota Tacoma. I can tell you that it absolutely does NOT work with that head unit. If you're lucky enough to guess which holes you are supposed to use for the flexible and cheap plastic support brackets, you'll find that the dash kit does not fit around the head unit. I was forced to use power tools to trim the sides, while the opening is too big from top to bottom, leaving gaps. The brackets also hold the unit at slightly the wrong angle, so the top of the unit sticks out while the bottom is recessed. To make matters worse, the recessed portion of the kit immediately around the unit is too small, so the Kenwood factory trim plate can't even be used to hide the gaps.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Almost five stars, but a few issues. The mounting brackets are plastic and a bit flimsy compared to the metal brackets from my 2013 Tacoma's original head unit. Also, the brackets are made with many mounting holes (as you can see) to fit a multitude of head units. I had to install and remove the new unit several times to get it to fit the dash kit opening correctly. The instructions for this were very sparse and not helpful. Once I got the brackets correctly fitted, the unit and dash kit look great and I'm pleased overall.

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mediocre fit + very bouncy

used this with my 2013 tacoma - there is a significant gap around the stereo (sony xav-ax6000) and it's very bouncy as I drive and to the touch. I'm not a fan. I'll be replacing this as soon as I find something more reputable.

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Don't

Used this in my 2013 Tacoma with Boss radio. Cons: flimsy plastic brackets, design of this product makes it so that the brackets attach to the head unit/radio, and then the face plate just snaps around it (they are not connected) This is a horrible design. If you drive on anything other than smooth roads, your radio is going to be vibrating and bouncing like crazy. Pros: easy to install, the faceplate doesnt scratch too easily Overall: dont even think about buying this. Order the Scosche one online. It comes with metal brackets AND those brackets attach to the radio as well as the faceplate, making it MUCH more secure.

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Not the best

Did not like the finish or fitment of this trim piece. Also did not like the plastic mounting brackets. Ended up ordering a different trim set made by Scosche. The trim piece on that matched my vehicle exactly and also came with metal mounting brackets. I wish Crutchfield had this trim kit as an option instead of Metra.

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Crutchfield response on 6/13/2023

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

The brackets for the radio are flimsy cheap plastic. Unit wobbles when you touch the screen. Dash piece does not fit my pioneer unit well making it recessed.

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Crutchfield response on 5/15/2023

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Don't bother.

Bought this to fit a new Pioneer into my 2014 Tacoma. Did not fit whatsoever. Even with NOTHING connected to the head unit and ALL of the existing wires out of the way, it still would not fit. Called Crutchfield Tech Support and they did their best to help me out. Nothing they suggested helped unfortunately. Buy the Scosche Dash Kit instead. This is NOT a knock on Crutchfield whatsoever. They did everything in their power to help me and it just was not meant to be.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

I did not use this kit in the installation of my new HU. While I'm sure it would have worked, there are much better and higher quality alternatives.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

The dash kit was a little tricky getting it straight but looks great and like it came from the factory . Thank you.

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Decent

The only decent part of my 1,500 order, Liked the matte look but had to send it back due to wiring cluster-**** that would have been nice to know about before nearly completing the install. So much for 'ready made'.

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Ok....at best.

Looks great. Fit and finish not so much. This kit come with flimsy plastic side brackets as where the oem unit has metal ones. What is really not satisfying is that the radio does not mount to the kit it mounts to the dash. The kit its self then clips into place. This makes centering the HU perfectly into the opening very tedious. Again this was installed in a 2013 Tacoma.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Overall good fit. Had to trim a little for radio to fit right

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Had to file and 1/8 off to get head unit to fit but over all not too junky quality

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2013 Toyota Tacoma

Fits great, looks factory

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

installed in a Toyota Tacoma 2015 and does not sit flush with a pioneer deck I purchased through Crutchfield. The head unit does not fit through the hole so have to mount car deck flush with the front. Too far out- dash kit doesn't click in, to far in - you have a gap around the unit and looks terrible.

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Not great

Works but it's flimsy and leaves gaps around head after a lot of adjusting. Not worth your time.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

keep it clean!

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Dash kit is a good fit

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Dont waste your tume.

Flimsy and cheap. Installed on a 2014 Tacoma. Plastic brackets don't hold tight. Does not snap in and hold. Pops loose. Waste of money and time. Gaps around head unit. Doesn't look great.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Good quality finish. Looked just like the original.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Looks really good, and fits very well. The factory brackets were metal, these are plastic, so a little less sturdy.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Overall the kit works, but the fitment takes quite a bit of fit and fiddling to make it work. Some sanding and trimming here and there. The Double-DIN opening did not match up very well to a DMH-W4660NEX, the opening is slightly narrow and a little too tall(1/8" gap) to fit properly. The matte finish doesn't quite match the other black trim in the Tacoma so it stands out a little bit.

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Necessary Piece For Your Installation

Well, given the fact that you need it, you really have no choice. But the quality is good, the color matches the interior, the fit and tolerances are spot on. What's not to like.

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2012 Tacoma Metra installation kit

Looks good however there is space all around the head unit & looks like there should be a trim piece there. Not sure if there was something missing from the head unit or the installation kit or if this is just the way it is. I'm already looking to replace this kit .

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Disappointed

Having a hard time getting stereo straight. Sits crooked when installed. Also has gaps between stereo and faceplate.

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Crutchfield response on 6/22/2022

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Manassas

This was the kit that was recommended in the package when I purchased the Alpine ILX-407 for my Tacoma. When I finally got to this stage, and was excited to install the HU into the truck, I noted the mounts were plastic and quite flimsy. The package was missing item (C), Clock/Hazard switch bracket, so late Friday night I was dead in the water..... The OEM definitely didn't fit, as it clipped in the OEM bracket. With no hope, since it was after 8 pm EST, I emailed tech support. In the am I received a response that said I was supposed to install the unit into the trim panel. DUH!! I sent a picture of the exact part that was missing, and explained there was no way at all the OEM would fit. Then I read all the reviews, and ordered the Scosche dash kit that comes highly recommended. Like others, I am very disappointed that Crutchfield, the first place to go to for automotive audio needs carries such a cheap dash kit, that is now useless to me. It will go in the trash when my new one arrives hopefully tomorrow. The Tech support other than the last question on the kit has been top notch and above reproach.

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Crutchfield response on 5/16/2022

Once we saw this review, our Customer Support specialist, Kyle, reached out to John to issue a refund for the kit. We're also forwarding this on to our Tech Support supervisors, so they can look into it. We strive to provide the best service, before, during, and after your purchase, and it looks like we missed the mark this time. We hope he gives us another chance to prove we're the best in the business.

Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Fits perfectly into my dash. Very easy to install!

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bracket installation

the brackets holes did not match up very well with my boss radio. In order to install the bracket all the way forward, I could line up only 2(two) screws on each side( it called for 4(four). With that exception, the rest of the installation went smoothly. This is an opinion from someone who is not really adept in installation of auto radios. In my case, if the radio was not installed with the brackets pushed all the way forward, it front panel would not sit, not click in place.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

The shiny finish looks great

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Great experience

Price was as advertised fast quick service. No issues with on line and safe ordering

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Gaps around HU

I tried multiple ways to mount my new Pioneer DMH-1770NEX. This dash kit just isn't right for this HU. Sadly the way I have it set now still provides almost a half inch gap at the bottom, but at least you can't see under the HU inside the dash this way. I did call Crutchfield support and was told this is the only kit for this unit. Hopefully now that stock is becoming more available on this HU Crutchfield can tighten up the tolerances for future customers. One last little thing that bugs me is the gloss black finish. All the black in my Tacoma is flat black. Not a huge deal, and I'm sure I'll get accustomed to it.

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Kit was disappointing !!!

The wiring kit was short of basic SAFETY Features !!! The kit Should have included the adapter for the BACK-UP camera !!!

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

work good

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All plastic, not so good.

To be fair, I did not use this product. It came with the package install kit ordered with my stereo receiver. After reading other poor reviews concerning Metra kits, I ordered the Scosche kit from another vendor and glad I did. The Metra kit is fully plastic while Scosche uses metal bracketing. There was a clear difference in quality just by holding the two while still in their packaging. Crutchfield is known for their quality of products, services and support. Even their coffee cups and T-shirts are awesome. It's a little disappointing they would use this manufacturer when a better alternative is available, but I'm sure it comes down to cost and other factors. Otherwise, Crutchfield rocks.

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Don't bother.

Don't waste your money with this kit. The mounts are plastic and no matter how tight I made the screws and bolts the head unit I purchased with this would vibrate/bounce as I drove down the road. Also the facia just rests against the mounts and is not secure. If I rested a finger on it while trying to interact with the radio it would easily pop off. I quickly replaced this with the Scosche TA2111BPB kit. It has metal mounts and the facia is secured to the mounts.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Esy to install wouldnt get any other dash kit

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Dificult and flimzy

I struggled with the Metra 95-8235 for hours. The brackets are cheap plastic and do not hold the radio firmly. I then modified the factory brackets and the radio fit a little better but unfortunately. not to my liking. I went somewhere else and bought the Scosche mounting kit. The Scosche kit matched the interior perfectly and I had the radio mounted perfectly in 10 minutes. Save yourself the aggravation and time and buy the Scosche kit.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

It does what it's suppose to do

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

The dash kit came quickly and as described. Thanks Crutchfield.

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Plastic supports are flimsy

The fit is great, but the plastic supports mean that the stereo bounces around aggressively on dirt roads. And my truck is built for off roading, so I will have to figure out how to stabilize the stereo in the dash.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Nice looking but it doesn't fit the double din head unit properly. There's a 1-2 mm gap at the bottom. I tried to adjust but the gap ends up at the bottom or top of the head unit regardless of placement. I suggest the scosche version instead as it fit my last tacoma much better than this does.

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Missing Retention Clips

Fit as it should. Missing two of five retaining clips. Trying to sell my old radio on ebay with missing clips.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Looks like factory

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Pass on this product, nothing good to say, I thought I was the only one having issues but after reading reviews seems a very common topic that this metro dash kit is junk. Mounting feet are little more rigid than Gumby's feet but not much. Good luck getting the head unit to sit perfectly to your liking or for that matter even close to your liking. Guarantee you need to dremel the opening to get face plate to fit. Trim piece just rattles around on the dash and could see it falling off by an unexpected speed table. Yes I have used the proper clips and it holds but wouldn't call it secure. Anyway, save your time, money doesn't became an issue with this until start stripping bolts because you have to take head unit out 10 plus times trying to achieve a fit that isn't possible with this dash kit. If you do decide to buy this kit make sure you have a tap and die set to fix overworked threads so when you give up on the junk metro dash kit after countless wasted hours and go with the scosche everything bolts up correctly.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Instructions were a bit vague and I had to order another kit because I messed it up and broke the first one. After the other one arrived, there were still questions. The opening for the double DIN radio is a bit too big so I can see behind the panel

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

This metra kit is lame, finally bought the scosche kit to replace it. Day and night difference in quality and fit. Don't waste your money like I did get the scosche

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Not up to standards i thought about Crutchfield?

This dash kit looks nice but it's a horror to line up the stereo to the face plate. The plastic brackets are flimsy and do not allow for a solid mount. As a previous installer I'd recommend the Scosche dash kit and wish that Crutchfield would sell it.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Great fit, clean look. Exactly what I needed and better fit than I expected for an aftermarket product.

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Meh

Sadly the kit did not align with the head unit I purchased through the site very well. I had to trim it both on the bottom and the sides. Everything else fit perfectly, including the original hazard light and clock insert. Sadly it did not align with the bottom of the head unit at all and now there's a big gap at the top. Also unable to get the steering wheel controls to function with the interface provided with following instructions included. The brackets for the head unit did align with the mount. This was for my 2013 Toyota Tacoma.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

It fit well and the finish matched what was in the truck.

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OK Fit

Installed in a 2015 Toyota Tacoma and it accommodates the radio and looks nice. The only thing I don't like is it feels a little flimsy. It works, just wish it held the radio little more firmly.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Fits my 2015 Toyota Tacoma perfectly.

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Quality issues but looks good

Looks like stock in my truck but has quality issues. The plastic brackets had to be used on my truck. One of the holes broke when I tightened the deck into my dash so my deck sits a bit angled. The surround looks good but doesn't fit perfectly in the dash, the upper corners don't stay in all the way so it rattles when I drive.

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2014 Tacoma factory replacement

Replaced the factory stereo and it looks as good if not better that original.

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Metra Dash Kit fits the way it should

Get this dash kit; it makes the installation flawless.

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Good replacement

Very nice and snapped in very well.

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Need A Better Alternative

No Very Good. Brackets are flexible plastic & dont hold radio in place as it should. This allows for small gaps around the unit

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Not a good design

Horrible design, had to dremel the opening to get it to work. Only 2 of the mounting bolts (stock has 4) would line up.

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Fits, but you have to work it.

Just tightening the screws, the unit to low for the faceplate. The holes are oversized enough for you to hold the unit up then tighten them, then it fits fine. You'll be tempted to use the factory brackets because they're metal, but you don't get that play to move the unit up.

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Garbage!

Absolute garbage. Just a worthless piece of plastic. The mounting clips at the top will not hold the faceplate in place, which is a known issue in the Tacoma forums. Had to go with the Scosche TA2111B to make it work right.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Fits pretty easily! Great product!

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Disappointing

The face plate was ok quality and easy to install. The one size fits all brackets were a pain to install. I would have thought Crutchfield had it figured out and all I had to do was install the screws into the holes on the brackets the instructions told me to. I was way wrong on that. I had to guess (instructions did not direct which holes to use) then install, check for fit and readjust. Once I finally got it right about where I thought it should be, I realized there was a small gap at the bottom (I adjusted the gap to bottom so it would not be as noticeable). The stereo I ordered did not fit flush with this face plate. Very disappointing. I purchased from Crutchfield in hopes of an easy install after all this is what they are known for but no this one really fell below the bar.

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Metra dash kit is junk

This kit did not fit the Soundstream radio I bought as a package from Crutchfield. The plastic "one-size-fits-all" brackets that mount to the vehicle (2013 Toyota Tacoma, in this case) did not match up at all to the machined holes in the radio chassis. In addition, the screws that were provided were pan head screws that were 1) too short to fit through the bracket and into the radio and 2) pan head screws don't work with a flat bracket - the bracket needed countersunk holes or slots. I was forced to return the kit for credit and go outside and order a Scoshe dash kit from another supplier that had much better metal brackets and did, in fact, fit the radio I was installing.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Looks fantastic, just like factory. But the brackets are cheap plastic and hard to get lined up properly, the flex too much resulting in the radio being slightly angled. I resorted to inserting plastic shims to get the radio aligned before putting the faceplate in place.

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Not worth the money!

Let me start by saying I do not give 1 star reviews very often, especially on a relatively inexpensive item. I usually do a lot of research before buying something, but this was an exception because this dash kit came with the set of accessories recommended by Crutchfield when buying my Kenwood 706s for my 2013 Toyota Tacoma. The only good thing I can say about this kit is the color matches the interior well. The brackets are VERY cheap VERY flexible plastic. So flexible that the brand new Kenwood radio I bought moves in the dash when I touch it...its like its on a set of springs or something. The fit of the trim plate is NOT well matched to the radio or the truck either. There are visible gaps between the trim and the radio unit on the top and bottom. The trim piece also does not clip in to the dash. It pretty much just sits in there by friction alone...not exactly confidence inspiring. I got this kit as part of the suggested set of accessories for installing my new radio and considering the quality of everything else I received I am very disappointed that Crutchfield would include a product with such low quality.

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No a good bracket

This item should be sold as perfect fit. It does not fit at all

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Crutchfield response on 12/17/2019

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Fits just right. Looks factory

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Not good fit for 2015 Tacoma

Purchased this kit for a 2015 Toyota Tacoma. Bought to pair with the Alpine ilx-w650. The Kit has a very poor fit. It makes a beautiful radio look cheap. There is approx 3/16" gap on top/bottom of double din face. Looks terrible. I will be looking for a new kit or return everything to reinstall the factory deck. Black color matches interior well.

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Crutchfield response on 10/2/2019

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Metra kit for Tacoma

Interface fits as it should

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

This dash kit is trash. The side panels do not have enough hole options and are floppy plastic. They do not attach to the face so the head unit does not align correctly. I returned this and purchased the Scosche kit. It is 1000% better for about $10 more.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Slight gap on what I can only assume is a perfectly normal head unit. Doesn't really "snap" into place. Fits in the console space well though, and I like the look of the matte black in the truck.

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Don't buy it!

2015 Tacoma. Absolute worst mounting kit I've ever seen. Flimsy, only comes with 3 of the 5 needed clips, and fits a double din radio terribly. I wish I had seen the reviews on here and online, Metra should be embarassed to release such garbage. The new radio sounds great and has all the features I wanted, but I can't enjoy it looking at this junk in my dashboard. Might have to return the radio and reinstall stock.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Looks nice, but didn't fit exactly for my build on my '12 Toyota tacoma trd sport w/ KVC KW-M750BT. Was able to take a hand file to it and take off about 1/4 inch on both sides and work it out. Final build looks great (just a couple of slight dings from the file on the finish, but it's a 7 year old truck, so nothing to write home about)

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Its the only one made for the truck, so make it work.

2014 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport. The unit I was sent was a dull black, I had to return and replace with same unit that is properly glossy black like original. My Pioneer AVH-2550NEX did not fit through the opening. Awaiting my appointment with installer pro to make this work. It was not a perfect fit for the truck's dash. seemed a bit off on lower area.

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Nice fit

Fits perfect. Make sure to use the clips off the stock unit and make sure you don't use the face plate that comes with the radio, it won't fit.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Nice color and finish

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Face plate fits great looks very close to factory install.

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Meh

Radio opening too big at least for my Sony xav5000 in a 2012 Tacoma.

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Metra 95-8235 Dash Kit

Face plate is nicely finished and fits very well. The plastic brackets that mount the aftermarket stereo into the dash are too flimsy. I will be taking my stereo out, remove the plastic brackets, then modify the factory steel brackets to fit the aftermarket stereo and install them.

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I was pleasantly surprised by this piece. The matte finish is superior to the stock glossy finish in my truck. The plastic mounting wings are not as solid as I would have liked, but they did not cause a problem in installation and function fine in the dash. The support clips are only on the top, so the climate control panel ends up supporting the bottom. This wasn't a problem, but it is different than the stock design.

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Everything went together easy and everything I needed came in the box

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Cheap. Keeps popping out of place.

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It's o.k.

I Just can't get everything to line up neatly, squarely in the opening , the plastic brackets tend to twist when you tighten them to the dash makes the head unit appear crooked. Also they ship with flat head flush mount screws to attach the brackets to the head unit, the screws tend to act as a wedge in the plastic, spreads the opening (if that makes sense) making the bracket to stereo connection loosen with heat when the plastic softens. I fixed this by switching to a pan head screw.

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Great fit and match

Perfect fit and match to my existing tacoma

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Easy to Install. Takes time to adjust the head deck to make it aligned in the middle. I couldn't Install the shroud around the head deck as the gap wasn't big enough for it to fit. I am Still investigating to see if I can get the head deck shroud to fit some how.

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Overall a good product and recommended

On the service it's 5 stars on the product the overall quality was very good. The finish looks great. I had some minor issues with the fit and had to shim the radio bracket so the dials extend enough. All in all a good product

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Doesn't fit a double din stereo

It looks good, but this dash kit is the wrong size for double din stereos. Check the other reviews here and elsewhere and you'll find the same story. Never even attempted to install because I couldn't get the standard double din stereo to fit inside. Had to order another one online. Unfortunately, one of the reasons I buy from Crutchfield is to avoid this type of thing... but wasn't so fortunate this time.

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Worked great no issues

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Crazy easy to install and actually looks better than stock!

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It fits and doesn't look ugly. Sometimes the top pops out

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Great product! Our friend installed our car stereo with no problem and it looks wonderful on our - with this - kit! Crutchfield is extremely helpful with questions!

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Poor Quality, Very Poor....

Not happy with the fit in my 2015 Tacoma with Sony XAV-AX100. Specifically the radio mounts are plastic and the Sony doesn't fit the trim panel leaving about a 1/4" gap top to bottom. The radio mounts are plastic and don't attach directly to the to the trim panel leaving the radio and trim panel to be installed as separate pieces. The cheap plastic radio mounts twist while tightening the mounting bolts which in turn, moves the alignment of the stereo making it next to impossible to align the stereo with the trim panel. I had to install and re-installed about 5 times to get the best fit with an even gap top to bottom. I've seen other kits online where the radio brackets attach to the trim panel just like factory, but for some strange reason this kit doesn't do that. Also, the kit supplies 3 panel clips and the panel requires 5 clips, I had to take 2 clips off the factory panel. Just not happy with the quality and fit.

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Doesnt come with all the plastic clips to mount and it didn't seat properly on the bottom part of face plate

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