I've never used a 8000, but I really enjoy the 7000. I found it had the second speaker when I went to install one with the Bluetooth antenna. The contacts didn't align properly and found audio coming from the second speaker.
Do you mind sharing with me your code plug? I’m new to programming APX 7000/8000 radios. I have CPS but I can’t get into CPS with out a code plug. I just want to learn about programming before I get my apx radio. Do you think you can help me?