OEM Stereo Upgrade: JL Audio or Alpine

[Dxlnt1]

Very true on the options which is why I will definitely be using this. Part of my maxima install is I also have a 2.5" lcd screen. I split the video from the head unit. So I can view any 2 video sources at same time time. DVD, iPod video, NAV, or aux input. So I may put 2-2.5 screens.

As for the box, again I am on the bubble. I like the factory look and space. Can get a very good sound without a box with the right sub. I think even a 15" would fit on side wall. And still allow for access from passenger compartment. And, I do not intend to entertain the neighborhood with my sound system.

Scosche 2010 - Up Ford Taurus Installation Kit with Touchscreen AC Controls

 

[BiGMaC]

I love the split screen you did!  Great idea and execution.  :thumb: 

15"... WOAH!  I good free air 15" will definitely move enough air to bump subsonic!  One install I did was a 98 nissan stretch cab... 2 Aura prosound 36" subs... 12 caps... we blew the rear window completely out... LOL.  My point was more for 10-12" subs.  The ported box helps direct the sound pressure for a better instantaneous hit. If your goal is primarily sound quality a good free air sub that stays linear to an impedance spike below 20 Hz will definitely make a dynamite system.

As you build it please post pics as the install progresses.  TIA... Sounds like it's gonna be a real killer.
We'll all be watching to see how it turns out.  opcorn:

 

[Fast SHO]

Decided on a final set of gear.

Mosconi 4to6 DSP, PHD FB Pro 6.1 Component Speakers run Active with a Mosconi Gladen One 120.4, the JL 12w6v3 and JL JX 1000/1.

I now have a set of JL C3-650 components that are going up for sale along with a NIB PG Xenon 200.2 amp.

Going to build a false floor in the trunk with the sub firing up placed in the spare.

 

[Dxlnt1]

Full Alpine system installed. Replaced door speakers with Alpine type r. Installed 2-10" subs type s in trunk. Factory amp used to power factory subs and surround speakers. (Front & rear deck).

Head unit is Alpine INE-W927HD. Killer unit. Killer features. Killer sound. This unit much faster than previous Kenwood units I used.

Scosche adapter kit makes everything flow seemlessly in cabin. Looks like factory install. Scosche could have done better to match panel colors but overall looks great. Because of this I can't do gage pod install now maybe by summer.

http://youtu.be/ZsX7H1JMbaI

 

[BiGMaC]

Love the center stack/head unit work! :thumbsup:  system looks like it should rock!

Tell me a bit about the mounting  support you did for the subs.... and do you get a bump  from it?

 

[Dxlnt1]

Love the center stack/head unit work! :thumbsup:  system looks like it should rock!

Tell me a bit about the mounting  support you did for the subs.... and do you get a bump  from it?

Bumps thumps and knocks! My friendly installer built fiberglass box. Box bolted to floor and tethered, anchored to fender wells. No rattle anywhere. I havent fine tuned the whole system yet for my taste but there is plenty of range from the built in parametric EQ.

I tried to upload a video to show the time to start up and startup sequence. Will have to do it from home tomorrow.

 

[SHOdded]

Looking good!  Sounding good too, I bet.

 

[BiGMaC]

Love the center stack/head unit work! :thumbsup:  system looks like it should rock!

Tell me a bit about the mounting  support you did for the subs.... and do you get a bump  from it?

Bumps thumps and knocks! My friendly installer built fiberglass box. Box bolted to floor and tethered, anchored to fender wells. No rattle anywhere. I havent fine tuned the whole system yet for my taste but there is plenty of range from the built in parametric EQ.

I tried to upload a video to show the time to start up and startup sequence. Will have to do it from home tomorrow.

Definitely wanna see!...

I'd love any pics of the boxes you might have.

 

[Fast SHO]

How do you like that dash kit?  Any quirks that bother you other than the color?

Does it control the heated steering wheel, and air cooled seats?

 

[Dxlnt1]

How do you like that dash kit?  Any quirks that bother you other than the color?

Does it control the heated steering wheel, and air cooled seats?

The dash is great. Even the color is not real noticeable once you are engaged in spirited driving. My car does not have heated steering, so I cannot comment on that. But I presume that it will detect that element within the harness and offer control.

The rest of the climate control is spot on. Controls heated/cooled seats, defrost and such.

Only thing I did not do was add a camera for reverse. Instead, I had signal from existing camera split to head unit. So when in reverse, image displays on mirror and head unit. But I cannot trigger the camera by itself to watch behind me while driving. I would do that that if someone following me.

 

[Dxlnt1]

Full Alpine system installed. Replaced door speakers with Alpine type r. Installed 2-10" subs type s in trunk. Factory amp used to power factory subs and surround speakers. (Front & rear deck).

Head unit is Alpine INE-W927HD. Killer unit. Killer features. Killer sound. This unit much faster than previous Kenwood units I used.

Scosche adapter kit makes everything flow seemlessly in cabin. Looks like factory install. Scosche could have done better to match panel colors but overall looks great. Because of this I can't do gage pod install now maybe by summer.

Startup sequence!

http://youtu.be/ZsX7H1JMbaI

 

[Kolk1]

How much would your buddy sell 2 more of those boxes for? Im currently using those same subs. But its winter, and cold, and im too lazy right now to build my own boxes. lol

 

[SHOdded]

Startup sequence!

Very clean sound :thumb:

 

[BiGMaC]

Startup sequence!

Very clean sound :thumb:

How much would your buddy sell 2 more of those boxes for? Im currently using those same subs. But its winter, and cold, and im too lazy right now to build my own boxes. lol

Me2.... Did your installer keep a jig or plan?  I'd like to get 2 of these also!

 

[Kolk1]

Probably full fiberglass just layed out into the trunk. Not really much plans lol.

 

[BiGMaC]

Probably full fiberglass just layed out into the trunk. Not really much plans lol.

I'm just being lazy....  :wheelchair: but i'd still buy the boxes!  eace:

 

[Kolk1]

Yea, im so slammed at work building other peoples cars, I dont want to spend my only time off doing a fiberglass trunk. I also hate doing fiberglass. Luckily my shop doesnt allow it since we dont have good enough ventilation for it to pass our insurance. LOL

 

[Dxlnt1]

How much would your buddy sell 2 more of those boxes for? Im currently using those same subs. But its winter, and cold, and im too lazy right now to build my own boxes. lol

I will check with him for prices for boxes only. He usually builds all right on spot in case of varying measurements and such. But he would have to take mine out to copy. Doable. His Web site,

http://www.audioxcellence.net and a couple projects on youtube

http://www.youtube.com/user/audioxcellence

 

[BiGMaC]

How much would your buddy sell 2 more of those boxes for? Im currently using those same subs. But its winter, and cold, and im too lazy right now to build my own boxes. lol

I will check with him for prices for boxes only. He usually builds all right on spot in case of varying measurements and such. But he would have to take mine out to copy. Doable. His Web site,

http://www.audioxcellence.net and a couple projects on youtube

http://www.youtube.com/user/audioxcellence

Me2 please... TIA

 

[Dxlnt1]

How much would your buddy sell 2 more of those boxes for? Im currently using those same subs. But its winter, and cold, and im too lazy right now to build my own boxes. lol

I will check with him for prices for boxes only. He usually builds all right on spot in case of varying measurements and such. But he would have to take mine out to copy. Doable. His Web site,

http://www.audioxcellence.net and a couple projects on youtube

http://www.youtube.com/user/audioxcellence

Me2 please... TIA

I really cranked system today. Hits hard. Can't say enough about the head unit. Dies everything except....... Well it does a lot.

Spoke to installer today. He said prolly easier to go to local shop and have them copy. But he would build the 2 boxes for $500 plus shipping.