C6 stereo is completed- no dialup
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Melting Slicks
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From: Visalia CA
C6 stereo is completed- no dialup
1 5channel Hifonics amp, 6 1/2" MB quart seperates for the front, 5 1/4" seperates for the rear, and a JL Audio Stealthbox for the bass. Factory headunit is kept using the Pac adapters. Ran stinger 4 gauge power wire and rca's, as well as new speaker wire to each speaker. All in all not a bad sounding setup for a coupe. I built the amp rack and cover for everyday use. I will have a fiberglassed and paint matched setup for car shows by next spring. The crossovers are mounted next to the amp under the cover. The install was completed by myself and a friend, took us about 7 hours to do everything. Ive got tear apart pictures of the doors and center console as well. If anyone has any questions on installs, I'll answer as needed.
dont know why the second pic keeps cutting off, I'll work on it later. And no comments on my lid not fitting 100% correct, I know you can see wire and wood thru the edges. I was rushed to get some pics up!
dont know why the second pic keeps cutting off, I'll work on it later. And no comments on my lid not fitting 100% correct, I know you can see wire and wood thru the edges. I was rushed to get some pics up!
Last edited by rothchilds; Sep 14, 2006 at 10:45 PM.
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Melting Slicks
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From: Visalia CA
here is some of my previous handy work
the above install is relatively mild compared to what I am used to. Here was my last project.
http://s104.photobucket.com/albums/m...&addtype=local <-----More Photos Here of the Truck
http://s104.photobucket.com/albums/m...&addtype=local <-----More Photos Here of the Truck
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Melting Slicks
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From: Visalia CA
HiFonics ZXI 8006. I believe 55x4 and 200x1 at a 4ohm load if I remember right. Go to maxxsonics.com (I think) and they have all the specs on the amp and the speakers I used, reference series MB Quart. Very happy with the amp, just the right amount of power for the small space of a coupe, and it lights up blue to match my car 
Seriously, I looked for a long time for a 5 channel amp that I felt could handle the job, and don't regret this one at all, and I've used a lot of amps in my time.
Seriously, I looked for a long time for a 5 channel amp that I felt could handle the job, and don't regret this one at all, and I've used a lot of amps in my time.
Le Mans Master
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St Jude Donor '13
Very well done!
You may want to look into the thread I posted about bypassing the PAC module and just wire tapping for the RCA's. It makes a HUGE difference in the signal quality heading to the amp. I think Steve put a link to it in the FAQ.
I know opening the dash again is a pain, but it looks like you're pretty accustomed to doing stuff like that!
You may want to look into the thread I posted about bypassing the PAC module and just wire tapping for the RCA's. It makes a HUGE difference in the signal quality heading to the amp. I think Steve put a link to it in the FAQ.
I know opening the dash again is a pain, but it looks like you're pretty accustomed to doing stuff like that!
Melting Slicks
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From: Atlanta GA
Originally Posted by BLWright
on the stealth box install, is it bolted down or is it a pressure fit? Thanks.
That amp rack is a different story though.
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Melting Slicks
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From: Visalia CA
Originally Posted by MAGRED2001VETTE
Very tasteful setup for a vette.....Simple and clean! I just can't swallow the $550 price that JL wants for a simple 10" sub box! How does it hit and sound for $550?
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Melting Slicks
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good price, where from? My whole system ran me $1000, obviously that sub had a big impact on the price, and labor for free doesn't hurt either 
. I'm a good shopper when it comes to audio, but couldn't find the box anywhere for a deal.
. I'm a good shopper when it comes to audio, but couldn't find the box anywhere for a deal.
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Melting Slicks
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having a "friend" doesn't count then 
I've worked retail for all of my life in electronics, that is the first piece of equipment I ever had to buy at full pop or close to it.
I've worked retail for all of my life in electronics, that is the first piece of equipment I ever had to buy at full pop or close to it.
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St. Jude Donor '07
Originally Posted by BLWright
I have a close friend in the Biz and I get alot of stuff for a % over cost. I also bought a new TMA 360 amp (new venture for JL Audio). Should go in the shop in about a week and a half.