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Old Jun 12, 2006 | 09:39 AM
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i know in my old car with bose i couldnt install an amp/sub because of the head unit, can you in a c5?
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Old Jun 12, 2006 | 09:57 AM
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Yes, you'll need THIS
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Old Jun 12, 2006 | 11:33 AM
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You can also take a hi-low converter and tap the subs in the front door.

The interface linked to above is much easier and sounds better, though. Search them on google and Ebay and you'll find them cheaper.

Check the Audio Section. There's a great sticky on what you can do with the stock sound system.
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Old Jun 12, 2006 | 11:48 AM
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Originally Posted by screw991le
Yes, you'll need THIS
Go this route. It's a plug-and-play unit that makes things easy. It has two sets of RCA outputs, which is nice. Plus, if you want to return things to stock down the road it's real easy.
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Old Jun 12, 2006 | 12:08 PM
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ty for all the info
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Old Jun 12, 2006 | 09:37 PM
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what happens if you try to install an amp without this device?
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Old Jun 13, 2006 | 11:20 AM
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Originally Posted by wantmyc5
what happens if you try to install an amp without this device?
You do what I did the first time.... You'll probably get a Hi-Low adapter and tap the rear speakers.

Then You'll be thoroughly dissapointed with the sound/performance.

That will lead you to some and you'll either buy the adapter or swap the head unit (which needs an adapter to do also if you use the Blose system).
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