Recent content by WVJeepster

It's ok to paint over the ground connection once it is screwed into the metal?

I might be interested in one of them for $150 if you will bust up the trio like that. I need to make sure the D2 will work with my setup plans.

Right. I am still deciding on a headunit. I plan to get everything together and do a complete install all at once. I'll get the RCA's at the same time I order all my power supplies.

I looked over your guide. Only thing I need to figure out is the electrical. The stock alternator is 136 amps so I need to see if I need to upgrade. I don't plan on my system being more then 1000w RMS. 700-750 on the sub and 100ish on the front.

I was also looking at the MB Quart DSC1500.1D for my sub. Is this amp worth $100 more than the Audiopipe? Power is about the same...just wondering if there is a quality difference?

Alright...getting ready to start measuring and ordering wire. Getting enough to do the Big 3 and get power to the rear where the amp(s) will be. I am also looking for some deadening material that won't break the bank. How much of this stuff is really needed? I plan to do the front doors, rear...

I hear ya. I have had Jeeps for years. 5 XJ's, 1 TJ, and now a WJ. The ZJ's are badazz wheelers and you should be good from the sound of it. I don't plan to do much if any offroading in mine as it is a dd too. I still have my stock XJ that I might turn into a trail rig someday. Right now I have...

It's an 02 WJ on a Rough Country 4" lift. I am on both boards though mostly JF. Just got the Jeep less then a week ago...having some issues that need ironed out I can start buying stuff for the stereo but I want to try and have everything planned out so when the time comes I don't have to waste...

Thanks ejshultz...glad to hear from someone with a G.Cherokee. What sub/amp did you use and how was it? I have never set up a system in an SUV so I am not 100% sure what to expect. All the installs I did years ago were in standard cab p/u trucks and cars where there was a lot less airspace...

Thanks again helotaxi for your input...you have been helpful. I agree too...I know from past experience that a "budget" sq system can be built with enough looking around. I doubt it would be a show winner but that is not what I am after. I want something that is better then stock and sounds good...

I was looking at some HU's and like the Kenwood Excelon KDC-X794. It has pretty much everything I want...sleek, unassuming design, 6 channel outs @ 4 volts, USB input, steering wheel control compatible, it's a Kenwood which I always liked, and it is not too much money at $220. If this one is not...

Ok...fair enough... 1) What is your budget? I am trying hard to stay at or below $1000 2) What are your system goals? Sound quality. I used to be a basshead but not so much anymore. I love 10" subs and I want good components for the best overall sound. 3) How much space are you willing to...

I hope this isn't a stupid question...is there a best way to start designing a new system? What I mean is...is it better to start with speakers and match them to an amp or vise versa, start with the head unit and then match that to speakers or an amp...you get the idea. I am trying to design a...