Could I just leave the rear speakers routed through the fader and connect the front speakers directly up to the new unit?

If so, would the signal to the rears still be restricted by the fader?

Thanks

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1995 E320 - 115kmi+ Smoke Silver/Cream (Wife's Wagon)
1989 260E - 195kmi+ Black/Grey (My Panther)
1984 300D - 242kmi+ Black/Palomino (Retired)