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Post by bobstone2131 on Nov 7, 2010 10:48:48 GMT -8
Ok, I've had the Focus for 6 months now and it time to upgrade the sound system. In this first stage I'm going to be replacing the main speakers in the doors. I'm trying to keep the cost reasonable. So my questions to you all are, 1 where is the best place to get them, 2 any good ideas on brands. Thanks everyone.  |
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Post by Chris on Nov 8, 2010 23:33:30 GMT -8
i got the polk momos in mine now, used to have the infinity reference components in my old car. Th polks have more bass, but the infinity sounded better all around IMO. www.onlinecarstereo.com/ is a good place to start. Also I've gotten a lot of car audio on Ebay for a good price, usually half off retail price. |
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Post by bobstone2131 on Nov 9, 2010 21:45:18 GMT -8
Thanks for the web site. I have been bouncing back and forth between Crutchfield and sonic electronics for the info and price. |
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Post by bobstone2131 on Nov 17, 2010 20:48:07 GMT -8
Just got the first set of speakers in. I went with a Pioneer TS-A1302C 5 1/4in component setup for the front doors. They run at 2-35watts RMS, should be perfect for the stock deck to run clean. Now just have to make up my mind about the rear doors, probably go with a standard Pioneer 6x8 in the rear. (TS-A6872R or TS-A6882R)
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Post by bobstone2131 on Dec 11, 2010 20:39:10 GMT -8
Got the speakers installed today, took about 5hrs total.its always fun to rip apart a new car. I did lose some bass with the new speakers but that's what a sub is for, so far the sound is a lot cleaner, and that's what matters. |
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Post by Bös Engel on Dec 12, 2010 8:32:41 GMT -8
When you get a sub, I've got a 1 farad capacitor that I'd give up for cheap, if you're interested.
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Post by bobstone2131 on Dec 12, 2010 13:01:28 GMT -8
cool, thanks. it will be awhile though.
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Post by Chris on Dec 15, 2010 1:05:22 GMT -8
awesome, really don't like stock stereos, probly the second thing i do after tinting the windows
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Post by bobstone2131 on Dec 15, 2010 11:52:43 GMT -8
Here are a few photos I took of the install. And if anyone get an '08+ model and needs to know how to take the door panels off, I got it figured out. Attachments:
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Post by bobstone2131 on Dec 15, 2010 11:58:45 GMT -8
Well i tried to post more then one picture but i only got one up, here is the finished door panel installed. Attachments:
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Post by mdfords on Dec 28, 2010 17:45:54 GMT -8
thas looks real good Bob!!!
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Post by bobstone2131 on Apr 27, 2011 20:54:41 GMT -8
Well I went ahead and ordered the rest of the equipment to complete my sound system. Got a Pioneer in dash DVD player (DD din) Got an amp/Sub package and a box. and all the stuff to install it. Should have it all tomorrow. |
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