Install complete ( Finally ) Item list, Cost, Time

355890 · 06-28-2009, 10:40 AM

Ok just a run down of what was installed, replacing the Stock system

Kenwood DNX 5140
IPOD connect
Sirius SAT

Focal 165 KP ( Door speaker / tweeter set )

Dynamat

Alpine PDX 150.4

MTX 1 - 10" sub

I built my own sub box

PAC - ( Could not get it to work ) un-installed. Will return for refund.

Everything was re-wired

IPOD cord located in center consol.

Started to tackle by myself.....reversed that decision shortly after starting.

Thanks to the guys at Best Buy in my local digs. I couldn't have done it without them. At first I was skeptical but the GM at this location was a previous audiophile and installer and warmed me to the decision to bring job to him. I can not speak for Best Buy in general as to level of performance but the Best Buy in Bastrop, TX were in the game.

*** Also a special informational help and thanks to members John Smith and BPD138 as well as other helpful hints located on this forum ***

Time to install: 13 hours

All items were purchased at: Sonic Electronix ( what a great place to buy)

Sound: Fantastic ( sub is perfect size to compliment speakers )

I hope this helps others looking to make the plunge in Sound upgrading, it is a must if you have the base system.

Cheers,
Bryan

CBRich · 06-28-2009, 11:52 AM

What did you go with to mount the sub?

Phimosis · 06-28-2009, 03:32 PM

I have a pdx 4.150 driving 2 pairs of Boston Acoustic 6.5 pro's. It's RFL, but I don't know how much longer the speakers can take it....

caneman88 · 06-28-2009, 05:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 355890

Ok just a run down of what was installed, replacing the Stock system

Kenwood DNX 5140
IPOD connect
Sirius SAT
Dis-engage the E-brake

Focal 165 KP ( Door speaker / tweeter set )

Dynamat

Alpine PDX 150.4

MTX 1 - 10" sub

I built my own sub box

PAC - ( Could not get it to work ) un-installed. Will return for refund.

Everything was re-wired

IPOD cord located in center consol.

Started to tackle by myself.....reversed that decision shortly after starting.

Thanks to the guys at Best Buy in my local digs. I couldn't have done it without them. At first I was skeptical but the GM at this location was a previous audiophile and installer and warmed me to the decision to bring job to him. I can not speak for Best Buy in general as to level of performance but the Best Buy in Bastrop, TX were in the game.

Time to install: 13 hours

Cost: $ 495.00

All items were purchased at: Sonic Electronix ( what a great place to buy)

Sound: Fantastic ( sub is perfect size to compliment speakers )

I hope this helps others looking to make the plunge in Sound upgrading, it is a must if you have the base system.

Cheers,
Bryan

Dis-engage E-brake did this allow you to use nav while driving? if so how did you do it I would like to do this to my factory nav system

355890 · 06-28-2009, 07:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CBRich

What did you go with to mount the sub?

Sorry, not quite sure what you are asking.

355890 · 06-28-2009, 07:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by caneman88

Dis-engage E-brake did this allow you to use nav while driving? if so how did you do it I would like to do this to my factory nav system

Dis-engage E-brake was to allow DVD's to play while car is in motion ( for the wife ). This is an aftermarket HU install .... so not sure as to OEM product. NAV does work while driving on this Kenwood set-up, but it should on any unit, what's the point of having NAV if it does not.

CBRich · 06-28-2009, 08:12 PM

You say you built your own sub box. Any other details or, even better, pics?

bigaudiofanat · 06-28-2009, 08:41 PM

The oem nav can not be bypassed I have already looked into this. Sorry for the bad news. Also not saying that they didnt do a nice install but I use to work for them and I quit after they told me that III had to install it how they wanted it. Which was using crimp connectors and all this stuff. There is just no pride in there work there. But I would enjoy some pics.

355890 · 06-28-2009, 11:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CBRich

You say you built your own sub box. Any other details or, even better, pics?

I give up trying to upload pictures.

I was successful at adding 4 pictures of the sub into my profile. You can view the self built sub box by going into my profile. No laughing, I have never built one before, it is stuffed with polyfila, but it works incredible.

355890 · 06-28-2009, 11:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 355890

I give up trying to upload pictures.

I was successful at adding 4 pictures of the sub into my profile. You can view the self built sub box by going into my profile. No laughing, I have never built one before, it is stuffed with polyfila, but it works incredible.

This is a test...

355890 · 06-28-2009, 11:08 PM

I think I figured it out... 3 more

bigaudiofanat · 06-28-2009, 11:14 PM

Also shops are not allowed to bypass the parking brake safety so no he can not program his gps or watch movies while riving. That is a huge fine if they do it.

06-28-2009, 10:40 AM	#1 (permalink)
355890 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 416 Drives: GP Z Base+Sport (6m) Rep Power: 541	Install complete ( Finally ) Item list, Cost, Time Ok just a run down of what was installed, replacing the Stock system Kenwood DNX 5140 IPOD connect Sirius SAT Focal 165 KP ( Door speaker / tweeter set ) Dynamat Alpine PDX 150.4 MTX 1 - 10" sub I built my own sub box PAC - ( Could not get it to work ) un-installed. Will return for refund. Everything was re-wired IPOD cord located in center consol. Started to tackle by myself.....reversed that decision shortly after starting. Thanks to the guys at Best Buy in my local digs. I couldn't have done it without them. At first I was skeptical but the GM at this location was a previous audiophile and installer and warmed me to the decision to bring job to him. I can not speak for Best Buy in general as to level of performance but the Best Buy in Bastrop, TX were in the game. * Also a special informational help and thanks to members John Smith and BPD138 as well as other helpful hints located on this forum * Time to install: 13 hours All items were purchased at: Sonic Electronix ( what a great place to buy) Sound: Fantastic ( sub is perfect size to compliment speakers ) I hope this helps others looking to make the plunge in Sound upgrading, it is a must if you have the base system. Cheers, Bryan __________________ *"Burnley Football Club supporter" ENGLAND...ENGLAND...ENGLAND* Last edited by 355890; 06-28-2009 at 11:58 PM. Reason: forgot to mention additional helpful resources

06-28-2009, 08:41 PM	#8 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 852	The oem nav can not be bypassed I have already looked into this. Sorry for the bad news. Also not saying that they didnt do a nice install but I use to work for them and I quit after they told me that III had to install it how they wanted it. Which was using crimp connectors and all this stuff. There is just no pride in there work there. But I would enjoy some pics. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

06-28-2009, 11:08 PM	#11 (permalink)
355890 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 416 Drives: GP Z Base+Sport (6m) Rep Power: 541	I think I figured it out... 3 more __________________ *"Burnley Football Club supporter" ENGLAND...ENGLAND...ENGLAND*

06-28-2009, 11:14 PM	#12 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 852	Also shops are not allowed to bypass the parking brake safety so no he can not program his gps or watch movies while riving. That is a huge fine if they do it. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

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06-28-2009, 11:52 AM	#2 (permalink)
CBRich A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,464 Drives: 370Z Rep Power: 544	What did you go with to mount the sub?

06-28-2009, 03:32 PM	#3 (permalink)
Phimosis Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Oildale, CA Posts: 412 Drives: 2013 911 4S Rep Power: 415	I have a pdx 4.150 driving 2 pairs of Boston Acoustic 6.5 pro's. It's RFL, but I don't know how much longer the speakers can take it....

06-28-2009, 08:12 PM	#7 (permalink)
CBRich A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,464 Drives: 370Z Rep Power: 544	You say you built your own sub box. Any other details or, even better, pics?

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