Stereo facia

Hi, just bought an 08 plate STI and would like to replace the standard head unit from out of my old blobeye sti, its an
Alpine IDA-x001

However it isnt wide enough to fit into the dash, it would leave a massive gap. Been having a look and have seen a couple of threads on about getting facias for this this kind of problem but dont seem to be able to find anywhere that supply them.

Also, thinking of maybe just getting a completely different stereo Alpine ixa-w404r
http://www.alpine-electronics.co.uk/products/details/digital-media-station/ixa-w404r.html

Would this fit in my car as it is or would i have the same problem with the facia and would both of these need stereo cages to be able to screw into the dash?

Cheers
Dan

Hi

The standard STI hole is wider than an aftermarket head unit, the way around this is to buy a new facia plate from somewhere like Japanparts and import it, IIRC they are about £60, these are wider at the sides so therefore have a smaller hole so you can fit any off the shelf radio.

Not sure on the cages but your current will need a new one as the cage in at the moment will be double din

Cheers
A