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Old Sep 25, 2012 | 08:49 PM
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Folks -

Just picked up a 1LT Coupe (coming out of a 08 3LT w/ Nav).
Anyway - I figured i'd upgrade the system, and have done installs "back in the day" so was hoping for some recommendations.

Ideally, i'd probably like to keep the head unit and upgrade amps/speakers/sub.

However - if the head unit swap makes sense/easier, then i'm good w/ that. Nav is not a must, but would be neat.

Anyway - my budget is tight. I am thinking 1K max

Any recommendations/advice?

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Old Sep 25, 2012 | 08:55 PM
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can deff do a speaker and amp upgrade for 1k. not necessary to replace the headunit if you dont want to

anything special you want/need or dont want? subwoofer?
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Originally Posted by pentavolvo
can deff do a speaker and amp upgrade for 1k. not necessary to replace the headunit if you dont want to

anything special you want/need or dont want? subwoofer?
thx for the quick response...I'm just looking for crisp clean music i can crank on occasion...I listen to 80's rock/70's and some pop...
would not be averse to a sub but not mandatory. I really want something that when i crank the volume i don't hear distortion/vibration/etc...
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Call Dennis at Double D Mods. He can set you up with what you need and want. He is a forum vendor. Plus he is great also.
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~$400 - 10" fiberglass corner sub box
~$300 - 4 channel bridgeable amp
~$200 - 6.5" front components
~$100 - misc wires & DIY Add-GM24
$1000 for a very good sounding amp/sub/speaker setup with oem radio

I'm sure Dennis can even send it all in one box if you gave him a call
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Originally Posted by markcz
~$400 - 10" fiberglass corner sub box
~$300 - 4 channel bridgeable amp
~$200 - 6.5" front components
~$100 - misc wires & DIY Add-GM24
$1000 for a very good sounding amp/sub/speaker setup with oem radio

I'm sure Dennis can even send it all in one box if you gave him a call
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I have MANY MANY options for you

Example
Driver side sub box with Kicker CVT 10
Kenwood x700-5 amp
Focal Performance PC165 components
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Old Sep 26, 2012 | 07:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Double D Mods
Maybe 2


608 568 3011
I have MANY MANY options for you

Example
Driver side sub box with Kicker CVT 10
Kenwood x700-5 amp
Focal Performance PC165 components
aoemgm24 harness
amp kit, wiring, speaker baffles
shipping
1099.99
this would be an awesome setup
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Thanks Guys -

I've been in training since i posted last - will call Dennis tomorrow!

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I've been in training since i posted last - will call Dennis tomorrow!

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