Replacement options for Bose system
12-18-2016, 02:11 PM
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Replacement options for Bose system
Hi Everyone
Ive got a right front amp acting up on my 84 equipped with the Delco-Bose sound system
It looks like an aftermarket amp that can drive 4 speakers and is Bluetooth equipped is the same price as refurbishing 1 Bose amp...
Has anyone had luck doing this? I know the Bose speakers have half the resistance of a typical aftermarket speaker... not sure if that would be a problem
Ive got a right front amp acting up on my 84 equipped with the Delco-Bose sound system
It looks like an aftermarket amp that can drive 4 speakers and is Bluetooth equipped is the same price as refurbishing 1 Bose amp...
Has anyone had luck doing this? I know the Bose speakers have half the resistance of a typical aftermarket speaker... not sure if that would be a problem
12-18-2016, 02:42 PM
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Team Owner
Your choice is really to fix the one amp or replace everything with an aftermarket system. The output from the Bose head unit is not the same as an aftermarket system.
It might be a good idea to post your question over in the Audio/Electronics section of the CF. Lots of knowledgeable members over there that can help.
It might be a good idea to post your question over in the Audio/Electronics section of the CF. Lots of knowledgeable members over there that can help.
12-18-2016, 02:46 PM
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Melting Slicks
Do you also know that each speaker box has its own amp inside? Matching the required input is not difficult, but your intention as to speaker selection is unclear, given the above.
12-18-2016, 02:55 PM
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Im aware of the 4 seperate amps. Im not willing to change the stock head unit/radio face plate. If possible id like to put a single aftermarket amp between the head unit and stock speakers
im aware theres some "bluetooth amps" deisgned to switch off the head unit when you connect your phone but otherwise opporate as a normal amp.
If necessary i would be willing to replace the bose speakers too, if i could fit aftermarket ones in the stock locations
im aware theres some "bluetooth amps" deisgned to switch off the head unit when you connect your phone but otherwise opporate as a normal amp.
If necessary i would be willing to replace the bose speakers too, if i could fit aftermarket ones in the stock locations
12-18-2016, 03:42 PM
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Im aware of the 4 seperate amps. Im not willing to change the stock head unit/radio face plate. If possible id like to put a single aftermarket amp between the head unit and stock speakers
im aware theres some "bluetooth amps" deisgned to switch off the head unit when you connect your phone but otherwise opporate as a normal amp.
If necessary i would be willing to replace the bose speakers too, if i could fit aftermarket ones in the stock locations
im aware theres some "bluetooth amps" deisgned to switch off the head unit when you connect your phone but otherwise opporate as a normal amp.
If necessary i would be willing to replace the bose speakers too, if i could fit aftermarket ones in the stock locations
12-18-2016, 09:49 PM
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Melting Slicks
I vote replace the Bose. Unless you run a separate amp you do not need to run new speaker wires. I went with a single din DVD/CD player with Bluetooth, a JVC on my 88. 6X9's in the back and 4" in the door.
You will need the Electronic section of the FSM.
You will need the Electronic section of the FSM.
12-20-2016, 08:28 PM
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Im gonna attempt the DIY fix of the amp. If that doesn't work ill just save up my money till I can replace the whole thing, speakers and amp; but I'm determined to find a way to keep the stock radio head unit.
Thanks for the help and advice; and yeah ill definitely be studying up on electronic section of the FSM.
Thanks for the help and advice; and yeah ill definitely be studying up on electronic section of the FSM.