Stereo finished...FINALLY!
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Stereo finished...FINALLY!
First of all, I would like to thank angelflight, crazy1snow, and sinister for helping me out in making some decisions and getting the info I needed to complete this install. If anyone has any questions about the audio in our trucks, just send me a PM, as I became an instant expert over the past couple of days.
I decided that I needed more power than the stock infinity system provided, specifically from a stronger component speaker unit. I did a little research, and went down to the local zoo of a "flea market" here in South Florida (if you're in the area and need a stero, I definitely suggest swap-shop, you will undoubtedly save hundreds). After pricing around and listening to some different components, I decided on a pair of 6.5" Swiss Audio components to replace the infiniti's. These are very impressive components, with VERY sturdy construction and a carbon fiber like cone, as well as an impressive 250 watt RMS power handling. For the rears, I picked up a pair of 6" Rockford Fosgate coaxials, and rounded it off with a 600watt by 4 chanel sony Xplod amplifier. For the head unit I decided on a middle of the road JVC unit, with MP3/WMA capability and dual RCA outputs. (all this gear for under 500 bucks!)
The install itself was very involved, as I wanted to be sure and do it properly the first time around. The rear seat came out, along with all door panels, kicker panels, dash bezel, and A-pillar mounts. All wires were routed under the carpet, to the back of the cab where I mounted both crossovers and the amp (thanks sinister for the help, and mounting idea). I mounted the crossovers facing the speakers they operated, to easily see where wiring is routed, and I silicone sealed all screw holes to prevent leaks (thanks again sinister). Then In went the fronts and rears, and then the A- pillar tweeters. The tweeters in this kit were far larger than the stock infiniti's, so they had to be mounted outside of the cutout. I bored out the edges of the lip for the tweeters to fit properly, and used an adhesive to attach them there. All in all the install took me over a day and a half, but i'm not too embarrassed to admit it since this is my first ever car audio install. I am very, very satisfied and the system sounds great. Thanks to all who helped out, and again, if anyone has any questions, don't hesitate to ask.
Wired up amp and crossovers
JVC Headunit
Swiss Audio fronts, engineering job to fit
I decided that I needed more power than the stock infinity system provided, specifically from a stronger component speaker unit. I did a little research, and went down to the local zoo of a "flea market" here in South Florida (if you're in the area and need a stero, I definitely suggest swap-shop, you will undoubtedly save hundreds). After pricing around and listening to some different components, I decided on a pair of 6.5" Swiss Audio components to replace the infiniti's. These are very impressive components, with VERY sturdy construction and a carbon fiber like cone, as well as an impressive 250 watt RMS power handling. For the rears, I picked up a pair of 6" Rockford Fosgate coaxials, and rounded it off with a 600watt by 4 chanel sony Xplod amplifier. For the head unit I decided on a middle of the road JVC unit, with MP3/WMA capability and dual RCA outputs. (all this gear for under 500 bucks!)
The install itself was very involved, as I wanted to be sure and do it properly the first time around. The rear seat came out, along with all door panels, kicker panels, dash bezel, and A-pillar mounts. All wires were routed under the carpet, to the back of the cab where I mounted both crossovers and the amp (thanks sinister for the help, and mounting idea). I mounted the crossovers facing the speakers they operated, to easily see where wiring is routed, and I silicone sealed all screw holes to prevent leaks (thanks again sinister). Then In went the fronts and rears, and then the A- pillar tweeters. The tweeters in this kit were far larger than the stock infiniti's, so they had to be mounted outside of the cutout. I bored out the edges of the lip for the tweeters to fit properly, and used an adhesive to attach them there. All in all the install took me over a day and a half, but i'm not too embarrassed to admit it since this is my first ever car audio install. I am very, very satisfied and the system sounds great. Thanks to all who helped out, and again, if anyone has any questions, don't hesitate to ask.
Wired up amp and crossovers
JVC Headunit
Swiss Audio fronts, engineering job to fit
