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VcrusaderV · 11-11-2010, 11:38 PM

I know a lot of folks knock the GM MTX sub kit, but I have been very happy with it so far. That and its a GM option for someone that wants to keep a car "pure". I am that way.

Duper · 11-12-2010, 12:16 AM

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Originally Posted by camaro2lt

haha thanks but the link does not work lol

JBL's site is down... try it again tomorrow.

Scotimus · 11-12-2010, 08:04 AM

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Originally Posted by camaro2lt

what would you wire that up too and how i am a complete newbie on this but i want to the something like that in the trunk

I dont understand the question here, Sorry.

*TAG UR IT* · 11-12-2010, 08:41 AM

I added a 10/12 JL sub in two boxes either side of trunk along with a JL 250 amp to run both. Works fine. I put bass blockers in all the highs so I could get a little more power out of the highs.

However, ultimately, I'd like to add a 5 channel new JL amp with 75x4 and 300x1 using my existing amp for the 10". I'd also like to change out all my speakers with any higher quality speaker...BA makes good speakers...but the stock ones just aren't the best. I'd take BA, JL, JBL, doesn't matter.

Scotimus · 11-12-2010, 08:50 AM

So a guy I work with happens to have one of these available:

http://www.crutchfield.com/p_2065C12...w&rvm=ShowAllt

He bought 2 for his mustang, and ended up only using 1. He's asking 60 for it. My only concern is that it would be over powering. Am I better off sticking with the 10" kicker and amp that they offer at ********?

seddon · 11-12-2010, 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Scotimus

So a guy I work with happens to have one of these available:

http://www.crutchfield.com/p_2065C12...w&rvm=ShowAllt

He bought 2 for his mustang, and ended up only using 1. He's asking 60 for it. My only concern is that it would be over powering. Am I better off sticking with the 10" kicker and amp that they offer at ********?

You can use that sub if you like then you will just have to find an amp. The ******** package just makes it easier for people that don't know too much and wanna just add some bass. He is basically selling a DIY kit.

Scotimus · 11-12-2010, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by seddon

You can use that sub if you like then you will just have to find an amp. The ******** package just makes it easier for people that don't know too much and wanna just add some bass. He is basically selling a DIY kit.

Yeah i'm all for making things easier, I'm still thinking that is the best bet for what I want to do. Does it really matter which side I put the sub on? I figured it'll sound the same regardless, but is the drivers side or passenger side easier for one reason or another?

Scotimus · 11-14-2010, 07:19 PM

Disconnected the center speaker tonight. That definitely helps. Now I definitely need to do the 1 10" sub and I think I'll have the sound I'm going for.

Scotimus · 11-18-2010, 09:24 AM

Well I ordered my stuff last night. I got the drivers side 10" enclosure and the harness from ********. Ordered the Kicker amp and an infinity - reference sub from bestbuy. Figure everything should show up next week sometime. Never done this kind of install, guess I'll start checking online, it cant be too hard right?

Chuuck · 11-19-2010, 06:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Scotimus

Well I ordered my stuff last night. I got the drivers side 10" enclosure and the harness from ********. Ordered the Kicker amp and an infinity - reference sub from bestbuy. Figure everything should show up next week sometime. Never done this kind of install, guess I'll start checking online, it cant be too hard right?

The only thing I can see being difficult is running the rca lines to the harness, not sure exactly where the harness goes to (amp or head unit) never read into it and running the remote wire for the amp. your battery is already in the trunk area so you can save money on amp wire by length, which you can buy by the length from any car audio shop. I know there is one behind lynnhaven mall that he carries good stuff and is fairly priced. Did have a business card on me but it seems to be in my other wallet. Depending on the power of the amp you have, may want to consider a capacitor to take some of the voltage drop off the car's electrical system and not dim the lights for any bass drops.

Scotimus · 11-25-2010, 09:24 PM

Got everything installed today in between helpings of turkey and pie. And it sounds exactly how I hoped it would. That ******** harness is friggin awesome, talk about an easy install. I could've sworn that I read that people said the factory amp was in the trunk behind the passenger tail light, but mine was actually on the driver side. If I'd realized that I would've purchased the sub enclosure for the passenger side and the amp rack for the driver side from the ********. Oh well, everything works so I'm a happy camper.

y2k king · 11-26-2010, 06:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Scotimus

Got everything installed today in between helpings of turkey and pie. And it sounds exactly how I hoped it would. That ******** harness is friggin awesome, talk about an easy install. I could've sworn that I read that people said the factory amp was in the trunk behind the passenger tail light, but mine was actually on the driver side. If I'd realized that I would've purchased the sub enclosure for the passenger side and the amp rack for the driver side from the ********. Oh well, everything works so I'm a happy camper.

congrats. yeah, driver's side.

nashstat · 11-27-2010, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Duper

If you want an amazing sound experience in your car, check out JBL's MS-8. It does exactly what they claim it does.

Agreed. Installed the JB MS-8 and it made a world of difference in my car.

My review: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=116968

dcamarom · 12-04-2010, 11:28 PM

I am also new in the audio area and would just like to get pointed in the right are. Also, some specs would be appreciated too. I would like to get new speakers in the front and back then two 10' subs in the trunk, and two amps(one for speakers one for subs). I know I want to try and stay with kickers, thanks!!

11-11-2010, 11:38 PM	#29
VcrusaderV Drives: 2018 ZL-1 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Clarksville, TN Posts: 362 View My Garage	I know a lot of folks knock the GM MTX sub kit, but I have been very happy with it so far. That and its a GM option for someone that wants to keep a car "pure". I am that way. __________________ 2010 2SS Camaro (sold) 2010 ZL 427 Camaro (sold) 2012 ZL-1 Camaro (sold) 2018 ZL-1 Camaro

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11-12-2010, 08:41 AM	#32
TAG UR IT www.Camaro5store.com Drives: 2014 ZL1 #705 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: SA, Texas Posts: 26,558 View My Garage	I added a 10/12 JL sub in two boxes either side of trunk along with a JL 250 amp to run both. Works fine. I put bass blockers in all the highs so I could get a little more power out of the highs. However, ultimately, I'd like to add a 5 channel new JL amp with 75x4 and 300x1 using my existing amp for the 10". I'd also like to change out all my speakers with any higher quality speaker...BA makes good speakers...but the stock ones just aren't the best. I'd take BA, JL, JBL, doesn't matter.

11-12-2010, 08:50 AM	#33
Scotimus Drives: 2011 1LT/RS Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Virginia Beach Posts: 34	So a guy I work with happens to have one of these available: http://www.crutchfield.com/p_2065C12...w&rvm=ShowAllt He bought 2 for his mustang, and ended up only using 1. He's asking 60 for it. My only concern is that it would be over powering. Am I better off sticking with the 10" kicker and amp that they offer at ********?

11-14-2010, 07:19 PM	#36
Scotimus Drives: 2011 1LT/RS Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Virginia Beach Posts: 34	Disconnected the center speaker tonight. That definitely helps. Now I definitely need to do the 1 10" sub and I think I'll have the sound I'm going for.

11-18-2010, 09:24 AM	#37
Scotimus Drives: 2011 1LT/RS Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Virginia Beach Posts: 34	Well I ordered my stuff last night. I got the drivers side 10" enclosure and the harness from ********. Ordered the Kicker amp and an infinity - reference sub from bestbuy. Figure everything should show up next week sometime. Never done this kind of install, guess I'll start checking online, it cant be too hard right?

11-25-2010, 09:24 PM	#39
Scotimus Drives: 2011 1LT/RS Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Virginia Beach Posts: 34	Got everything installed today in between helpings of turkey and pie. And it sounds exactly how I hoped it would. That ****** harness is friggin awesome, talk about an easy install. I could've sworn that I read that people said the factory amp was in the trunk behind the passenger tail light, but mine was actually on the driver side. If I'd realized that I would've purchased the sub enclosure for the passenger side and the amp rack for the driver side from the ******. Oh well, everything works so I'm a happy camper.

12-04-2010, 11:28 PM	#42
dcamarom SoCal Family Member Drives: 2010 CGM Camaro 2LT/RS Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Moore, Ok Posts: 212 View My Garage	I am also new in the audio area and would just like to get pointed in the right are. Also, some specs would be appreciated too. I would like to get new speakers in the front and back then two 10' subs in the trunk, and two amps(one for speakers one for subs). I know I want to try and stay with kickers, thanks!!