'99 ford taurus

[KBCnick 10+ year member]

so i have a Taurus, and i really want to put a sub in it. i have a amp and sub all picked out. now if you don't know, the Taurus has some retarded ass head unit setup, and it has like 10 wires in a harness that runs all the way back to the trunk, where there is a small amp. i heard the best way is to put in a LOC there, using the rear speakers, get my rca, use that for the audio signal. my dad for some reason is doubtful that this is the best way to do it. so anyone that has a Taurus, or has worked with one, is this the best way? or is there something better?

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[misfit138 5,000+ posts]

A line output converter will work, but I'd look into getting an install kit and upgrading the cd player. I know it's a PITA, man. I used to drive a '97 model to work everyday.

Here's the install kit: http://www.amazon.com/Scosche-FD134030B-Complete-Harness-1996-1999/dp/B000KIR8MK I paid WAY more than that for the one I bought, but it was almost 10 years ago...

 

[KBCnick 10+ year member]

yeah i was going to do that after i get my subs. i just dont have the money for both at all.

 

[misfit138 5,000+ posts]

yeah i was going to do that after i get my subs. i just dont have the money for both at all.

Understandable. The LOC will do okay for now. You'll want to upgrade that cd player in the future if you're going to take the hobby seriously, though.

Also, my friend has some pretty decent speakers that'll fit nicely into your doors. Model # is Kenwood KFCP680C. This is what they look like: http://akamaipix.crutchfield.com/products/2007/113/h113KFCP680-fp.jpg

If you're interested, I can probably get you a pair for about $50 shipped...

 

[KBCnick 10+ year member]

that sounds like a great deal man, but like i said, i dont have a whole lot of money. thanks though

 

[misfit138 5,000+ posts]

I still have a pic of the speakers:

I initially bought these, loaned them to a friend, sold them to another friend and they're back for sale again. Seems like they've been around the block quite a few times, but they've only seen about 4 or 5 months of actual use. All of my friends have upgraded to components, so these won't be making the rounds anymore.

They sound good on 40 - 75 watts...

 

[misfit138 5,000+ posts]

that sounds like a great deal man, but like i said, i dont have a whole lot of money. thanks though

They'll be here when/if you want them, bro. No rush...

 

[Jh8909 10+ year member]

here you go man I have a taurus and this is a little diagram on how to add an amp to your stock mach audio system in your taurus.

 

[Jh8909 10+ year member]

im not positive this link will work for you but here is the rcu pinout diagram. Just PM me and i will get it for you if this doesn't work

http://taurusclub.com/forum/index.php?act=attach&type=post&id=30546

 

[timaishu 10+ year member]

Using an LOC is your best bet. I used to drive a 97 and had a complete system in it.

Lemme know if you have any questions.

Ohh, and I have a 10 disk cd changer for sale if your interested. Interfaces with the stock RCU in the trunk. $15 + shipping.

 

[wassimdossani 10+ year member]

There are not much site that would explain in such details. I really like the way you detailed the product.

http://www.topcaraudio.com

Car Audio

 

[Cap'n Andy 10+ year member]

These cars are def not the easiest for car audio. I just did a full install in my 98. And I have to agree with misfit, when you get the money get the the install kit.