Non-BA Amp Install Questions

[ecko04]

updates?

[jeepguy_1980]

Originally Posted by ecko04

updates?

I still haven't done the rears yet, because I kind of regret the speakers I bought for the rear deck. I got Focal PC-130s for the rear, and I don't think they'll be a good fit. I'm starting to think I should have bought some Focal PC-690s instead. I'm afraid the PC-130s won't have enough mid-bass. I asked the question on DIYMA but didn't get a reply.

PC 130

5.25″ Coaxial Kit

SPECIFICATIONS

tweeter
Processed Aluminum inverted dome
max power
120 Watts
nominal power
60 Watts rms
sensitivity
91.6dB
frequency response
80Hz - 20kHz

PC 690

6″ x 9″ Coaxial Kit

SPECIFICATIONS

tweeter
Processed Aluminum inverted dome
max power
160 Watts
nominal power
80 Watts rms
sensitivity
93.6dB
frequency response
55Hz-20kHz

[ecko04]

I probably would go with the PC 690 in the rear deck, especially if you're looking for mid-bass. You're going to need the rear speakers to fill and while I think the PC 130's will do, I think the PC 690's are a better fit.

[jeepguy_1980]

I just finished installing my PC690s in the rear.




I modified the ******** adapters, so that I didn't have to drill into my deck. I just used some of these clips that came with my speakers, and drilled new holes into the adapters.

[ecko04]

I wish I had used dynamat on my rears while I was back there. I have some that i'm installing whenever the weather clears up. I don't wanted to dismantle that deck 1 time though...oh well.

[jeepguy_1980]

You can probably just apply it to the underside, from the trunk.

[ecko04]

Originally Posted by jeepguy_1980

You can probably just apply it to the underside, from the trunk.

I could do that but we're "anal retentive" about these things. I just did it the right way today.











I would've used Fatmat, which is a little thinner than Dynamat but I get a really good deal on 20 sq/ft of Dynamat and I didn't have to wait for it to be delivered. Today was a beautiful day so I grabbed a 12 sq/ft kit I had for a few years and a 20 sq/ft kit and let the fun times begin.

In my 07 Scion tC, I used Fatmat throughout the entire vehicle (i.e. pulling out the seats & carpet) and applying from the firewall back. I don't believe i'll be going to that extreme. Then again, i'll never say never.

[Airmaster]

I think this is exactly what I would like to do. I keep reading horror stories about the Scosche and Metra kits and I actually like my stock radio....

With that being the case I have a 5 channel Alpine and a 12" Polk MM Sub left over from my wrecked truck. Gotta install them eventually....

So, Jeepguy (if you're still active on the forums) or anyone with knowledge on this project, what kind of wire harness adapter do you think would work for me to power my 5 channel amplifier which will then power 4 aftermarket speakers and my subwoofer?

Thanks!

[cmorebass]

Originally Posted by Airmaster

I think this is exactly what I would like to do. I keep reading horror stories about the Scosche and Metra kits and I actually like my stock radio....

With that being the case I have a 5 channel Alpine and a 12" Polk MM Sub left over from my wrecked truck. Gotta install them eventually....

So, Jeepguy (if you're still active on the forums) or anyone with knowledge on this project, what kind of wire harness adapter do you think would work for me to power my 5 channel amplifier which will then power 4 aftermarket speakers and my subwoofer?

Thanks!

I pretty much followed this install exactly and everything worked out perfectly using the PAC AA-GM44 and Kicker 09ZISL for the harness adapter.

[Airmaster]

Originally Posted by cmorebass

I pretty much followed this install exactly and everything worked out perfectly using the PAC AA-GM44 and Kicker 09ZISL for the harness adapter.

Thanks! Was it hard to modify? How long did it roughly take you to make it?

[jeepguy_1980]

Originally Posted by Airmaster

Thanks! Was it hard to modify? How long did it roughly take you to make it?

It should take about 20 minutes to modify.

[cmorebass]

Originally Posted by Airmaster

Thanks! Was it hard to modify? How long did it roughly take you to make it?

not hard at all, just time consuming . I solder all the connections and heat shrink wrapped

[jeepguy_1980]

Originally Posted by cmorebass

not hard at all, just time consuming . I solder all the connections and heat shrink wrapped

Glad to see this has helped others.

Did you not run a remote line for your amp?

[iosigma]

Hey guys, I saw this non ba thread and had a quick question. I have the ******** non ba harness and want to know which set of rca pre outs to use for the sub. And if I wanted to add another amp for the front speakers do I just use the other RCA?