Install Questions

[bsean63 10+ year member]

ok im gonna be installing the whole shebang in my buddys car.. Its a Chevy Cobalt (2008), and he wants the Factory Radio kept in.. Ive did tons of installs but none with the Stock Radio. What do I need for this install, and any instructions/pointers will be appreciated.//content.invisioncic.com/y282845/emoticons/smile.gif.1ebc41e1811405b213edfc4622c41e27.gif

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[x1le 10+ year member]

You're going to need a line out converter along with the stock radio wiring diagram for the vehicle.

 

[bsean63 10+ year member]

is there a specific line out converter? lol sorry for the stupid questions...

 

[Enellz 10+ year member]

is there a specific line out converter? lol sorry for the stupid questions...

Yeah you'll need a LOC, try the12volt.com for a diagram.

 

[fasfocus00 5,000+ posts]

it'll cost more but you could use a Kicker KQ9 or an Audiocontrol Three.1, it'll give you control over the sound quality, sub control, and 3 set of high voltage Pre-Outs. I've use the Three.1 on a few cars and loved it. I have a KQ9 and it's going into my car in the next few weeks.

 

[bsean63 10+ year member]

it'll cost more but you could use a Kicker KQ9 or an Audiocontrol Three.1, it'll give you control over the sound quality, sub control, and 3 set of high voltage Pre-Outs. I've use the Three.1 on a few cars and loved it. I have a KQ9 and it's going into my car in the next few weeks.

Links???

and about how much does an LOC cost??

 

[fasfocus00 5,000+ posts]

Links???
and about how much does an LOC cost??

kicker KQ9:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&item=170331105563

most 2 channel LOCs will run you between $5-$20 depending on brand and if it's balanced or adjustable.

Audiocontrol Three.1:

http://cgi.ebay.com/AUDIOCONTROL-THREE-1-IN-DASH-EQ-2-WAY-CROSS-OVER-NEW_W0QQitemZ270376455711QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3ef3b14e1f&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A1234%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318%7C301%3A1%7C293%3A1%7C294%3A50

 

[bsean63 10+ year member]

so its just an EQ??? sorry for such a noob question lol...

 

[fasfocus00 5,000+ posts]

so its just an EQ??? sorry for such a noob question lol...

not quite but in short yes.

 

[bsean63 10+ year member]

well he just informed me he isnt gonna be installing comps, just a sub so would a basic 2 channel work?

 

[fasfocus00 5,000+ posts]

well he just informed me he isnt gonna be installing comps, just a sub so would a basic 2 channel work?

yea that would work just fine. real cut and dry.

 

[bsean63 10+ year member]

cool thanks man

 

[bsean63 10+ year member]

are there any good diagrams or instructions on how to install it??

 

[fasfocus00 5,000+ posts]

are there any good diagrams or instructions on how to install it??

it's really cut and dry, connect speaker input to LOC and RCAs from LOC to amp.

 

[bsean63 10+ year member]

it's really cut and dry, connect speaker input to LOC and RCAs from LOC to amp.

allright so where do i run the speaker inputs from????