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Upgrading APX 7000 to APX 7000XE

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ResqChief201

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I have a Motorola APX 7000 in black. V/7/800. I really prefer the larger knobs and bigger top screen and was hoping to upgrade my current APX7000 to a 7000XE.

Does anyone know the Steps and what parts I would need. I know I need a new outer housing and top screen assembly as well as a re-flash, but is there anything else that needs to be done internally (part wise..) or anything else besides what I listed?

List the parts if you know what I need!

Thanks!
KM4LMP
 

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The barrier to entry for most who want to do this is the "01009506007 Assembly, Control Top" that includes the volume and channel control and display. Those run $581 plus the cost of the new housing and knobs.

Good luck in your mods,

Craig
 
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