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Old Mar 22, 2007 | 04:20 PM
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Components, Sub Amp, Kicker speaker wiring all came in today! just a couple more days and I will have everything I need... muahahaha
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Old Mar 24, 2007 | 04:14 PM
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Today I was able to get the amp rack built... Its almost done.. I just need to carpet it on monday so it will match everything. From the looks of the pictures, its looks like they are sitting at a 90 degree angle.. they are not... the lean towards the back a good bit... Let me know what you all think...


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Old Mar 25, 2007 | 08:22 PM
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Tonight I was able to get the driver side door complete. Here is a couple pics...

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Old Mar 25, 2007 | 08:34 PM
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looking good guy, how did you make your plate? jigsaw? looks pretty good.
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Old Mar 25, 2007 | 08:38 PM
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Originally Posted by lurch519
looking good guy, how did you make your plate? jigsaw? looks pretty good.
Yup, started out with some cardboard as a template... scribbled and cut till i thought it looked pretty good then traced it out and cut it... Hardest part was running the dang speaker wire through the door.. YES! I did it the right way... thru the molex
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Old Mar 25, 2007 | 08:43 PM
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btw... I will be using a AudioControl LC8... What signals do I run into that box? The front right and left and rear right and left off the bose head unit? I am a little confused on how I will accomplish this... Thanks in advance!
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Old Mar 25, 2007 | 08:51 PM
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yes, easiest way to get the signal at the head unit. if you go out and get a metra or best kits harness as if you were doing a head unit install, you can use that to easily figure out which wires are which.

next time you need to make a plate like that, if you have access to a router with a flush trim bit, you could make those plates in about 5-10 minutes. i did mine on a router table, screwed the factory speaker to a piece of mdf, then routed it out. i like the fact that you took the time to paint the piece, most people wouldnt think of that.
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Old Mar 25, 2007 | 09:25 PM
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Originally Posted by lurch519
screwed the factory speaker to a piece of mdf, then routed it out.
That is an awesome idea!! I will have to do that with the pass side Going to be doing that on tuesday.. It sucks going to school and working full time.. dont have time to have fun
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Old Mar 25, 2007 | 09:43 PM
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lol, try working 55 hours a week, then working on little projects for friends and family on their cars, and still find time to work on your own
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Old Mar 25, 2007 | 11:18 PM
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I plan on wiring up the LC8 and the pass door on tuesday... I will post pics and updates as i go..
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Old Mar 26, 2007 | 02:56 PM
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Just finished carpeting the amp rack and mounting the amps....

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Old Mar 28, 2007 | 12:27 AM
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holy crap, dude. that's gonna be loud.
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Old Mar 28, 2007 | 12:38 AM
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Originally Posted by myriadshalaks
holy crap, dude. that's gonna be loud.
I hope so I plan on having the setup done by friday. Tomorrow I will wire up the amps and the LC8.
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Old Mar 28, 2007 | 02:08 PM
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Your welcome..... this old dog has many install tricks up his sleeve. What did you make the baffle out of in the door, please tell me it was black ABS or that you live in a area that has no major temperature swings or rain.
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Old Mar 28, 2007 | 07:40 PM
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Originally Posted by forbidden
Your welcome..... this old dog has many install tricks up his sleeve. What did you make the baffle out of in the door, please tell me it was black ABS or that you live in a area that has no major temperature swings or rain.
Its wood, but I am in east tennessee... Weather shouldnt be a problem.
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Old Mar 28, 2007 | 07:44 PM
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btw.... Thanks forbidden for all your help and sugestions
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Old Mar 29, 2007 | 12:06 AM
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Jesus, what a big picture you have added!
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Old Mar 29, 2007 | 02:08 PM
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there.. i made it a little smaller hehe
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