i found the keys at cdn tire...of course they won't fit in. the tabs will not slip out of the way. will the radio come out with out the keys? i have heard they won't? not sure?

Not sure if this helps.

Stupid question, but if the radio comes out without the keys, why would you need them?

that is my point.....
but by looking at the video it seems to be able to come out. that is a good thing. the sound that comes out of the system is not that bad. i want to stay as original as possible. besides i am cheap, did not want to spend huge amounts of money to change out all the amps and speakers too. i understand that the audio units do not play well with others.

Just cut the ends off of a wire coat hanger. Done. That's what I did to get my stock radio out of my GT. Very easy.