Wiring questions

[Davebrown]

Hey guys I have a 2013 f350 and replaced the door speakers and would like to add a small amp and a line out converter for a 10" powered cerwin Vega subwoofer. Can this be done without cutting the factory Harness? I was expecting to be able to find both ends of the speaker harness and wire this stuff inline (plug and play) but cant seem to find a connector to mimic the factory head unit connection. any ideas? any help appreciated thanks in advance..

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[cthedinger 10+ year member]

It isn't plug and play but if I would suggest getting one of these if you want to keep your stock head unit. I have one in my car and it was totally worth every penny. Made my system sound 4x louder than a regular line out converter

LC2i - AudioControl

If you are looking for a new amp check out these

https://www.ct-sounds.com/products/amplifiers/t-series.html

 

[keep_hope_alive Premium Member]

I agree to using the Audio Control LC2i, it also generates a turn-on signal.

Sometimes, you can buy two head unit harnesses and manually solder them together (like Metra 70-xxxx and Metra 71-xxxx). It's a lot of work and added bulk in the dash.

If your factory system has a factory sub, it's possible to disconnect the factory sub and use that signal for your aftermarket sub. If your factory system has an factory amp, it's usually best to snag the signal before the amp (assuming volume control isn't after the amp). In all other cases, i usually just tap the front speaker wires (for the door woofer). Rear signals are usually quieter with less bass.

This is how you tap factory wires (then insulate with 3M Super 33+ electrical tape)