Help me upgrade a Dodge Caravan!

[Apendecto]

Yep, a minivan with sweet sound. Before I get made fun of, I got a great deal on a low mileage Caravan and it's the perfect car for moving brewing equipment, P.A. speakers and drumsets.

I had a Windstar with Pioneer 6x8's in the front and back, Pioneer Deh-1400 (alledegly 45 watts x4) with a 8" powered Bazooka Tube and it didn't sound terrible, but I know I can do better. I also just found a 2 channel Nitro bridgeable 800 watt amp in my garage.

I've got 6x9's in the front and back and 5 1/4" on the dash of the new vehicle.

My goals are:

*Use speakers that fit my car and are are amazing quality

*Use my stereo (since I've got two of them)

*Have moderately volume music sound clear, rich and full of bass (like being at a concert)

*I want to hear/feel the bass but not in an absurd way

I've also have some questions:

*Should I use an additional amp to run the 4 6x9's? Is it worth the price?

*Should I use my powered woofer or is it pathetic?

*Can you run an amp and the powered woofer at the same time?

Thanks!

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[ledvedder 10+ year member]

Did you ever upgrade your speakers? I'm looking to do the same thing with my Caravan. I was just wondering what you did.