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bigaudiofanat

10-21-2013 03:32 PM

bigaudiofanat

10-21-2013 03:57 PM

bigaudiofanat

10-21-2013 04:08 PM

bigaudiofanat

10-21-2013 04:18 PM

FuTuRe is Z

11-25-2013 04:47 PM

I'm new to the forum, but can really appreciate a high quality detail, can you PM me a price for an exterior detail?

bigaudiofanat

11-26-2013 01:56 AM

Sure thing. Please sent

Gene's Z

01-05-2014 08:26 PM

Annoying hiss

I recently had a Pioneer X850BT installed in my 2012 370Z Roadster. As soon as I start the engine I hear an annoying hiss from the factory Bose speakers without turning on any audio source. I took it back to the installer who told me there was nothing he could do. He told me there is no preamp which is usually the cause. Any suggestions? Gene

bigaudiofanat

02-06-2014 08:53 AM

bigaudiofanat

02-06-2014 08:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gene's Z (Post 2638615)

Sounds like the RCA's are not installed properly or the factory amp is not grounded. There is plenty they could do.

bigaudiofanat

02-23-2014 02:25 PM

Bump for spring. Looking to do a lot more installs this year. Became authorized to sell certain brands as well.

throttleup

03-02-2014 01:08 AM

Amp mount behind seat

I was wondering if i can mount my kenwood amp just behind the seat vertically in that space. Would i be drilling into anything to mount it there? Also amp wire from the battery comes through the fire wall where? I have installed before but not in this tight car. Help please. Thanks.:bowdown:

bigaudiofanat

03-02-2014 07:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by throttleup (Post 2715473)

Are you talking about above the carpet area towards the floor? Running the power wire you simply remove the shroud behind the battery and remove the electrical tape around the black grommet, slide your new power wire through there and it comes out inside at the passengers area

shawnal

04-11-2014 08:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigaudiofanat (Post 98193)

Hello, my name is Matt. I have been doing installs for about 8 years now and enjoy helping people if they have questions. Please feel free to ask. My aim and yahoo messenger is reimermatt. No question is to stupid to get answered. I will also post my work here as well.

Hey Matt I just installed new battery in my 2009 370z I can not get audio turned on says audio off can u help me Alan

bigaudiofanat

04-20-2014 07:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shawnal (Post 2778319)

Hey Matt I just installed new battery in my 2009 370z I can not get audio turned on says audio off can u help me Alan

Is it a stock radio?

Plasmite

04-30-2014 10:56 PM

I've got a avic-z140bh and I am trying to clean up the dealers install by removing electrical tape and installing butt connectors. Is it easier to replace the RCA connectors? I am not sure how they are wired up from the pioneer harness.

Look at some pics HERE

Edit: I need THIS harness

andrewbennett

05-05-2014 08:17 AM

Subd. Good work man. Truly professional.

gnzblazing

05-13-2014 10:07 PM

Hello
I'm tackling an upgrade to the Bose-No Nav system in my 370z. The one requirement is to keep the stock head unit. I have read a lot on this forum, but have one question.

Equipment:
JBL MS8
Alpine PDX-F4
JL 13TW5 sub w/ magic box
Image Dynamics 6.5" components
Plan is to mount the MS8 under one seat and the amp under the other. Amp will power the sub and the fronts. Ditch the rears (are there even rears?)

Do I need to connect the MS8 before or after the stock amp? Would I lose any stock functionality by doing one or the other? I don't normally like to cut into factory harnesses - is there a better way?

Appreciate any insights!!

bigaudiofanat

06-01-2014 10:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gnzblazing (Post 2817681)

With the MS8 You can input high level speaker levels and have it sum them or tap the RCA levels before the amp and run them directly into the RCA inputs of the MS8. Either way will work low inputs would be better. You will have to splice into the harness either way.

Rockrover

08-08-2014 11:23 PM

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Hey Brian! Let me just start by saying thank you for taking the time to answer questions from noobs like me. It's truly great to have someone who likes to help for the sake of helping.

Couple of questions:

I just took ownership of a used Nismo. It came with a Kenwood DDX770 head unit with stock speakers. I'm going to upgrade the speakers with a Hertz HDP4 amp, HSK165XL component speakers, and a 10" JL 10w3v3-4 sub.

I plan on using the amp with the two fronts off channel A, and bridging the outs for the sub. Should net 150w fronts, and 500 rear.

The Kenwood head unit (DDX770) has a sub out (looks like an RCA splitter). The question is should I use that out and go to channel 'B', or let the amp mix the out through the A channel? Like this:

Attachment 92481

The second question is what rear camera should I use with this head unit? It seems that any would work (?) with an RCA out/in?

Thanks again man!

-Doug

Morbid370Z

11-11-2014 02:21 PM

Any tips on installing the zenclosures 6.5" speaker spacer's on top of or in replacement of the Bose 6.9 door plate? Not sure if I should just install with just two holes bolted down or not. There's a lot of extra space in the baffle as well.

I've been trying to find pics or a walkthrough for this, but I've not come up with anything yet. I was looking at Sliknik's video's also, but he has the base model and had 6.5's to begin with. Search comes up with nothing useful I'm afraid. :/

Any tips would be fantastic.

Thanks!

bigaudiofanat

02-28-2015 07:31 AM

Long time customer of 5 years contacted me for a install on his newest car. In the past we have done active setups, tried new speakers such as the pioneer stage 4's but we decided to get back to basics and go with a high end component pair. He told me he wanted bone shaking bass so we decided to go with a pre build JL box with a W7 anniversary edition as well as upgrade the factory alternator. I recommended a set of K2 Focals for the front and to use his old Audison LRX 2.4k. We decided to go with a perfect fit kit and the Alpine X008U which I have to say is an amazing kit with a simple plug and play installation. Sense we went all out with a good quality set of components it was decided to do second skin luxury liner pro as well as damplifier. Onto the photos.

The toys.
Alpine X008U
Alpine PDX-M12
Audison LRX 2.4
Focal Ks 6.5's
KnuKoncepts 0 gauge OFC
Stinger RCA's
Stinger Speaker wire
Quality Power 240a Alternator
JL HO112R-12W7-3 (HO box + JL 12W7 combo)
Second Skin damplifier and Luxury liner pro

The old
http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/r...222_084047.jpg

Pulled out and ready for the new 8 inch screen
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Getting ready for damplifier and new speaker wire.

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Power wire ran
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New alternator installed. (not by me)
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Crappy stock speakers GONE.
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Mat done by customer as assistance and to help out.
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New stinger PRO speaker wire ran.
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All wires in line
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The old tweeters had a nice mount made however it was all in one. After drilling and filed smooth for a pressure tight fit.

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New tweeters were pressure installed along with pipe dope to keep the secure.
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Speakers ready for install.
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All torx head screws were used.

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The old and the new.
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Some...modifications had to be made to fit the two amps in the storage area.

http://i483.photobucket.com/albums/r...2_152046_1.jpg

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Amps were a seriously tight fit with no clearance to spare.
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Bass knob installed for a stealth look.
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bigaudiofanat

06-22-2015 05:31 PM

Bump running specials on car detailing and audio installs contact for details.

2011 Nismo#91

06-29-2015 01:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigaudiofanat (Post 3236268)

Bump running specials on car detailing and audio installs contact for details.

Bump for a guy who can install Z head units blindfolded.

Ronin06

06-30-2015 07:48 AM

HU Gap

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Any ideas on what I can do to limit the gap around the HU? It's a Kenwood DPX791BH

It came with two trim pieces, one for Toyota and the standard both to big. It's mounted using the stock bracket and dash pieces.

bigaudiofanat

07-01-2015 07:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ronin06 (Post 3243485)

Use the Schoche dash kit there will be no gap

Ronin06

07-18-2015 11:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigaudiofanat (Post 3244745)

Use the Schoche dash kit there will be no gap

Thanks worked like a charm.

ekferio

09-23-2015 07:37 PM

Have you done a rear fog light install on 370z?

bigaudiofanat

11-23-2015 06:41 PM

Been a while sense I have posted updates. Up first a 370Z that was wrapped, I sealed it with 22ple and did a full detail on it minus the polishing.

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bigaudiofanat

11-23-2015 06:45 PM

Next up is a install I did about a month ago for one of our members that is over seas right now. He will be enjoying it soon enough.

New head unit installed everything soldered and heat shrunk metra aswc-1 was used for steering wheel controls.
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Bass knob was installed for adjustment on the fly.
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Installed the RF amp in a cutout of the foam for steal installation.
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Power wire ran
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Zenclosure box installed with Arc Audio sub.

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bigaudiofanat

11-23-2015 06:52 PM

johnxxx

12-06-2015 11:35 AM

Full Audio Build Completed along with Detail

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Yo Matt... just wanted to say a big thank you for all your help ... car sounds fantastic and that bass really kicks! Can't seem to wipe this smile from my face.:icon17: Everything is nice and hidden except for the subs of course but the Zenclosures make them look like they belong in the car. This simply blows the OEM bose system away and I couldn't be happier. :ughdance:

It's so nice to have the V1 and dash cam hard wired besides the aesthetics of not having wires hanging all over the place but my dash cam is now functional when parked and I'm free to use the stock power again. I like the fact you can control the base with a turn of the knob from a nice punchy base sound to the insane (mess up your hair, massage your back) mode. It's sick. Having the head unit replace my stock HU also allowed me to integrate a GPS and backup camera which is extremely useful...again, no need for a separate GPS hanging on the windshield taking up space.

Finally was able to get out and enjoy the day yesterday and took some pictures of the Z. That detail with polish and sealant really makes the paint shine. Can't wait to meet up with the rest of the guys in NJ here and show them how excellent this all turned out.

zzzzz370zzzzz

01-14-2016 12:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigaudiofanat (Post 2705096)

Bump for spring. Looking to do a lot more installs this year. Became authorized to sell certain brands as well.

What brands are you selling?

bigaudiofanat

01-19-2016 03:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zzzzz370zzzzz (Post 3387897)

What brands are you selling?

Metra, arc audio, stinger, pioneer, sony, mb quarts. Kenwood and others I sell at discount as well.

DeliriousClam

01-19-2016 05:20 PM

Any opinions on what's the best backup camera as far as night video quality?

bigaudiofanat

02-01-2016 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeliriousClam (Post 3392113)

Any opinions on what's the best backup camera as far as night video quality?

Rydeen or kenwood are the best

zefaulter

02-05-2016 11:23 PM

Hey Matt,

I have aftermarket HU and with Bose non/nav setup. am I doing this right?

Bought an amp, plug a new subwoofer to it and run 2 cables +1 remote to the back of HU. Sub works but I dont know if i'm doing it right.

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mrcoolguyface

02-22-2016 09:27 AM

Great Install Success!

Matt,

Thank you so much for installing my new audio components in my car! It was a pleasure working with you and if I ever need anything installed going forward, I will absolutely be reaching out to you!

To anyone looking to have your audio system updated I would highly recommend Matt for the job! I had the pleasure of working with Matt on Saturday 02/20/2016. Matt was professional, efficient and I could tell in watching him, that he more than knew his way around the Fairlady. In my opinion I would give Matt 10 out 10 for quality of work, efficiency, professionalism and overall knowledge!

Matt installed the following in my 2015 370Z

• Kenwood DDX9702S
• Polk Audio AA6514-A MM6501 6.5-Inch components
• Metra Electronics 40-NI12 Antenna Cable t
• Metra 70-7552 Radio Wiring Harness
• Metra 99-7607B Dash Kit for 2009 Nissan 370Z (Matte Black)
• Metra Steering Wheel Control Interface
• Zenclosures 2-10" Subwoofer Box already in car
• 2, 10” JL W3's
• 2 Rockford Fosgate amps behind each seat
• Second Skin sound deadening 40 sq feet
• KnuKonceptz 4 guage amp install kit

bigaudiofanat

02-22-2016 09:56 AM

Another install done in a fair lady the week prior as well

http://www.the370z.com/audio-video/1...dio-build.html

harman.khinda

03-11-2016 02:39 AM

Hi Matt,
I have a PPI 900.5 already and it has 275 watts RMS to a 4 ohm subwoofer. I want to go sealed either 10 or 12 in zenenclosure 1.3 cu ft of airspace. Whats driver(s) would you recommend for my situation? I mostly listen to rap and r&b.

bigaudiofanat

06-06-2016 07:41 AM

Just an update guys. Moved to New Castle DE. More photos of installs to come.

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