Stereo Packages - What do you want
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Le Mans Master
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Stereo Packages - What do you want
I have partnered up with C5bearsfan to design some stereo packages for the vettes.
What are you guys looking for just replacement speakers, amp upgrades, subs, boxes, etc. I am gonna try and build a few packages.
What are you guys looking for just replacement speakers, amp upgrades, subs, boxes, etc. I am gonna try and build a few packages.
Burning Brakes
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I'm looking for a Kenwood DNX9140 with adapters for Ipod, steering wheel controls, chimes, XM receiver, and antenna. Need all pieces required to install in a 2008 Bose/OnStar coupe. Please PM with specifics, including info on Kenwood warranty, and possible options. Thanks.
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just thinking out loud here....
From the questions that are constantly being asked on this forum, you may want to offer an "everything in one box" package. And by everything, I mean everything. In addition to all of the parts in these packages you could also offer the amp wiring kit, speaker wire, RCA cords, connectors, crimpers/cutters, zip ties, EVERYTHING! With the DIY's already posted just about anybody can do the work, if they're confident they have ALL of the required parts handy before they start, IMO, more will try.
An 'a la carte' option would probably be popular also. If someone got a deal on a HU or amp, but needed everything else...
Speakers seems like it would be a bit tougher. Maybe three choices like good/better/best. Something like Polk or BA for the good pkg, whatever fits as better, then Focals as best.
An 'a la carte' option would probably be popular also. If someone got a deal on a HU or amp, but needed everything else...
Speakers seems like it would be a bit tougher. Maybe three choices like good/better/best. Something like Polk or BA for the good pkg, whatever fits as better, then Focals as best.
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From the questions that are constantly being asked on this forum, you may want to offer an "everything in one box" package. And by everything, I mean everything. In addition to all of the parts in these packages you could also offer the amp wiring kit, speaker wire, RCA cords, connectors, crimpers/cutters, zip ties, EVERYTHING! With the DIY's already posted just about anybody can do the work, if they're confident they have ALL of the required parts handy before they start, IMO, more will try.
An 'a la carte' option would probably be popular also. If someone got a deal on a HU or amp, but needed everything else...
Speakers seems like it would be a bit tougher. Maybe three choices like good/better/best. Something like Polk or BA for the good pkg, whatever fits as better, then Focals as best.
An 'a la carte' option would probably be popular also. If someone got a deal on a HU or amp, but needed everything else...
Speakers seems like it would be a bit tougher. Maybe three choices like good/better/best. Something like Polk or BA for the good pkg, whatever fits as better, then Focals as best.
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Gonna start to work on getting speaker plates
From there thinking about doing just bolt in speaker replacements with factory door subs/amp still work
and then add an amp (stock radio or not) and component door speakers, an option for rears, and an option for a sub
The problem with C6 sub boxes bein pricey is to go to a non shallow mount sub you have to fiberglass the box
From there thinking about doing just bolt in speaker replacements with factory door subs/amp still work
and then add an amp (stock radio or not) and component door speakers, an option for rears, and an option for a sub
The problem with C6 sub boxes bein pricey is to go to a non shallow mount sub you have to fiberglass the box
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St. Jude Donor '12-'13
OPTION A NO ONSTAR (or do not want to retain) both bose and nonbose cars
1-head unit
1- Peripheral GMCO
1- Metra 95-3304
1- Metra 40-GM10
2 sets of ground loop isolators
1-head unit
1- Peripheral GMCO
1- Metra 95-3304
1- Metra 40-GM10
2 sets of ground loop isolators
OPTION B Onstar (w/bose)
1- head unit
1- Peripheral GMAH24B
1- Peripheral GMAHCM
1- Metra 95-3304
1- Metra 40-GM10
1- head unit
1- Peripheral GMAH24B
1- Peripheral GMAHCM
1- Metra 95-3304
1- Metra 40-GM10
OPTION C Onstar (w/out bose)
1-head unit
1- Peripheral GMAH24
1- Peripheral GMAHCM
1- Metra 95-3304
1- Metra 40-GM10
1-head unit
1- Peripheral GMAH24
1- Peripheral GMAHCM
1- Metra 95-3304
1- Metra 40-GM10
KENWOOD
.............A............ B...........C
5140 $919.99 $959.99 $959.99
6140 $1029.99 $1069.99 $1069.99
7140 $1319.99 $1359.99 $1359.99
9140 $1499.99 $1539.99 $1539.99
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St. Jude Donor '12-'13
factory warranty
I am listed from my supplier with Kenwood so as long as the serial number matches for the item i sell you with what is called in for a warranty issue there will be no problems. All units would be sent to my supplier for a replacement.
I will have Greg get me the steering wheel control info.
You will need the Kenwood Xm peice as your factory Xm will not work. I will need to look up what Xm peice goes with the head unit your looking at. Any specific one?
I also have Pioneer in the same packages if you need that info.
Ipod cables are 35.00 extra
Last edited by Double D Mods; Sep 30, 2009 at 04:15 PM.
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Melting Slicks
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I am thinking something pretty clear cut that appeals to most people.
Factory HU replacement kits, maintaining all factory speakers, with option to include steering wheel controls, add IPOD, subs etc.
Factory Speaker replacement packages while maintaining factory HU, all adaptors addressed etc, with options like amps, subs etc.
Full "base" replacement kits, with HU and all speakers replaced, with all adaptors, wiring etc. Something like 4 coaxials, or an entry level component set with coax in the rear.
Upgrade level full replacement with say Nav HU, components with amps and sub option, basic deadening etc.
"enthusiast" level kits, with higher end amp, hu and speaker package options, next level deadening etc.
G'luck with the future venture, and let me know if I can help any.
Fej
Factory HU replacement kits, maintaining all factory speakers, with option to include steering wheel controls, add IPOD, subs etc.
Factory Speaker replacement packages while maintaining factory HU, all adaptors addressed etc, with options like amps, subs etc.
Full "base" replacement kits, with HU and all speakers replaced, with all adaptors, wiring etc. Something like 4 coaxials, or an entry level component set with coax in the rear.
Upgrade level full replacement with say Nav HU, components with amps and sub option, basic deadening etc.
"enthusiast" level kits, with higher end amp, hu and speaker package options, next level deadening etc.
G'luck with the future venture, and let me know if I can help any.
Fej
