installing amp/components in GS.... how do I get wiring into the door?
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installing amp/components in GS.... how do I get wiring into the door?
can't seem to find how other people did this by searching. I am adding a new deck, and an amp that powers the front door speakers (JL audio 6.5" components) and a JL sub in place of the factory unit. The rear door speakers can run off the deck, but how do I get wiring run into the doors for the components? I want it to look clean and don't want a hire hanging there!
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Originally Posted by rwheelz
can't seem to find how other people did this by searching. I am adding a new deck, and an amp that powers the front door speakers (JL audio 6.5" components) and a JL sub in place of the factory unit. The rear door speakers can run off the deck, but how do I get wiring run into the doors for the components? I want it to look clean and don't want a hire hanging there!
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A coat hanger NICE. I was trying to think of something thin yet strong enough, and still pliable to make it through those bends.
Installing the full system tomorrow (and knowing me, probably into Sunday)-
Eclipse AV8022 DVD deck
JBL 300x4 amp
JL 6.5 components with crossovers
JL 10" sub
Stinger 150A breaker for the battery line
Nice power distribution block, etc
I also have a set of Pioneer 5 1/4" might throw them in the rear doors if they fit. I am running a video cable for a reverse cam, but haven't actually found the right cam yet.
Does anyone know of an alternative to dynamat, that won't stink like pavement but will sound-deaden the car? I figure I have to take most of the interior out anyway, might as well do this now.
Installing the full system tomorrow (and knowing me, probably into Sunday)-
Eclipse AV8022 DVD deck
JBL 300x4 amp
JL 6.5 components with crossovers
JL 10" sub
Stinger 150A breaker for the battery line
Nice power distribution block, etc
I also have a set of Pioneer 5 1/4" might throw them in the rear doors if they fit. I am running a video cable for a reverse cam, but haven't actually found the right cam yet.
Does anyone know of an alternative to dynamat, that won't stink like pavement but will sound-deaden the car? I figure I have to take most of the interior out anyway, might as well do this now.
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Originally Posted by rwheelz
A coat hanger NICE. I was trying to think of something thin yet strong enough, and still pliable to make it through those bends.
Installing the full system tomorrow (and knowing me, probably into Sunday)-
Eclipse AV8022 DVD deck
JBL 300x4 amp
JL 6.5 components with crossovers
JL 10" sub
Stinger 150A breaker for the battery line
Nice power distribution block, etc
I also have a set of Pioneer 5 1/4" might throw them in the rear doors if they fit. I am running a video cable for a reverse cam, but haven't actually found the right cam yet.
Does anyone know of an alternative to dynamat, that won't stink like pavement but will sound-deaden the car? I figure I have to take most of the interior out anyway, might as well do this now.
Installing the full system tomorrow (and knowing me, probably into Sunday)-
Eclipse AV8022 DVD deck
JBL 300x4 amp
JL 6.5 components with crossovers
JL 10" sub
Stinger 150A breaker for the battery line
Nice power distribution block, etc
I also have a set of Pioneer 5 1/4" might throw them in the rear doors if they fit. I am running a video cable for a reverse cam, but haven't actually found the right cam yet.
Does anyone know of an alternative to dynamat, that won't stink like pavement but will sound-deaden the car? I figure I have to take most of the interior out anyway, might as well do this now.
Just a note but if you're not planning to cut into the stock speaker pods or making a baffle board for the doors you won't be able to install the midbass driver.
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Um...I prefer not to use any object to get the wire through myself because you can run into the risk of damaging the wires that area already in there. To run the wire through the door, do what everyone else said and pull out the carpet, kickpanel, etc. Once you got there, you can Pull the rubber tube/hose/whatever off. You can then safely pull the wire through the hose and into the door. Once you're done, just push the rubber hose back in.
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You'll have some pretty big gaps. I dremeled mine before just because I couldn't live without music. No midbass output from my mids because of the leaks, Overall it was a mess so I decided to make wooden baffles that are much stronger and can house my 6.5". In fact, I was in the middle of making one just now!
Not to mention, the stock plastic enclosure will resonate. You can possibly suffer the loss of some midbass output, midrange clarity, etc. Soooo...either take your chances or get the baffles made at a shop.
Not to mention, the stock plastic enclosure will resonate. You can possibly suffer the loss of some midbass output, midrange clarity, etc. Soooo...either take your chances or get the baffles made at a shop.
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Yes it's wood.
This is not a GS, but you get the idea:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...g/DSC02311.jpg
Basically its the same as the stock baffle, except you're making it with wood. MDF is easy to use and will shape easier than regular plywood. I myself use Baltic Birch Plywood because it's even stronger, wont get all mushy when its wet, it's lighter, but it cost more. And plus, Home depot doesn't have small sheets of MDF.
This is not a GS, but you get the idea:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...g/DSC02311.jpg
Basically its the same as the stock baffle, except you're making it with wood. MDF is easy to use and will shape easier than regular plywood. I myself use Baltic Birch Plywood because it's even stronger, wont get all mushy when its wet, it's lighter, but it cost more. And plus, Home depot doesn't have small sheets of MDF.
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Coat hanger = bad. You can do some serious damage to insulation in wire harnesses and cause intermittent shorts. Not fun. You can also use heavy fishing line, a wire tie, etc. If you do use a coat hanger, get 5-minute epoxy, make a ball on the end and let it harden. Then it wont gouge the wiring.
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Originally Posted by engin_ear
Coat hanger = bad. You can do some serious damage to insulation in wire harnesses and cause intermittent shorts. Not fun. You can also use heavy fishing line, a wire tie, etc. If you do use a coat hanger, get 5-minute epoxy, make a ball on the end and let it harden. Then it wont gouge the wiring.