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caper · 04-16-2016, 07:06 PM

ok, yes I know the question was asked before, yes I searched through pages and pages but have been left with more questions than answers. yes I know its a job to do. not looking for top of the line here fellas, just something that's decent for the price
1. so am I correct in saying I need to replace the amp AND rear speakers to actually just replace the speakers because of the odd stock wiring?
2. if so what amp should I use?? I have no need for a sub really
3. to hook up said amp I need a fark harness?
4. what speakers should I replace them with? again decent for the price, not looking to break the bank

it has been a long time since I wired up a full on stereo, and this seems all a bit new to me. thanks.

nosmr2 · 04-16-2016, 11:05 PM

1. The amp is the weakest link. Upgrade it regardless.
2. JL audio makes one the fits in the stock spot. Just search around or someone will mention it. If you don't have the answer by tomorrow I'll look at mine. If you go with this one the sub thump mounting board will help. My amp was $180 on Amazon.
3. Yes Fark harness. They go go around $50 used in the classifieds.
4. No idea on speakers. The removal and install scared me from doing it.

vtxretro02 · 04-17-2016, 08:36 AM

Saw your post and wanted to comment. I have a 2012 ss.. with the BA system. I INSTALLED A JL XD400/4 AND MOUNTED IT IN THE FACTORY AMP LOCATION AND USED A FARK HARNESS and ******** mounting board. I also mounted a jl xd600/1 and installed the jl stealthbox. I then installed jl650 c5 speakers in the doors. I had intended to replace the rear speakers at some point but been running for two years with factory ba rear speakers and it sounds great. A better amp makes a HUGE difference. I NOW HAVE NO PLANS TO REPLACE THE REAR DECK SPEAKERS UNTIL SOMETHING HAPPENS TO THEM.. GOOD LUCK WITH THE INSTALL. Forgot to add... if I had it to do over again... I would have gone with the jl 700/5 amp and run the sub and door/rear deck speakers off of one amp... I believe the 700/5 has roughly the same footprint as the 400/4 and will work in factory location.

04-16-2016, 07:06 PM	#1
caper Drives: 2010 IOM 2ss/RS Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: SoCal, I.E. Posts: 1,546	replacing rear BA speakers ok, yes I know the question was asked before, yes I searched through pages and pages but have been left with more questions than answers. yes I know its a job to do. not looking for top of the line here fellas, just something that's decent for the price 1. so am I correct in saying I need to replace the amp AND rear speakers to actually just replace the speakers because of the odd stock wiring? 2. if so what amp should I use?? I have no need for a sub really 3. to hook up said amp I need a fark harness? 4. what speakers should I replace them with? again decent for the price, not looking to break the bank it has been a long time since I wired up a full on stereo, and this seems all a bit new to me. thanks. __________________ Turbonetics running 8lbs boost at 700rwhp tuned by Hi Rev, installed by K&M w/cat-muffler delete, ACS splitter, Fesler GFX, MPD1 spoiler, Custom painted Rally stripes, Cordon CR1 wheels 275/315s, Hotchkiss comp sways and end links, Barton shifter

04-16-2016, 11:05 PM	#2
nosmr2 Drives: 2011 L99 SS Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Texas Posts: 500	1. The amp is the weakest link. Upgrade it regardless. 2. JL audio makes one the fits in the stock spot. Just search around or someone will mention it. If you don't have the answer by tomorrow I'll look at mine. If you go with this one the sub thump mounting board will help. My amp was $180 on Amazon. 3. Yes Fark harness. They go go around $50 used in the classifieds. 4. No idea on speakers. The removal and install scared me from doing it. __________________ 2011 SS ADM LSA Conversion

04-17-2016, 08:36 AM	#3
vtxretro02 Drives: 2012 Camaro 2ss Heritage Grill/GFX Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Wichita Ks Posts: 153	rear speakers Saw your post and wanted to comment. I have a 2012 ss.. with the BA system. I INSTALLED A JL XD400/4 AND MOUNTED IT IN THE FACTORY AMP LOCATION AND USED A FARK HARNESS and ******** mounting board. I also mounted a jl xd600/1 and installed the jl stealthbox. I then installed jl650 c5 speakers in the doors. I had intended to replace the rear speakers at some point but been running for two years with factory ba rear speakers and it sounds great. A better amp makes a HUGE difference. I NOW HAVE NO PLANS TO REPLACE THE REAR DECK SPEAKERS UNTIL SOMETHING HAPPENS TO THEM.. GOOD LUCK WITH THE INSTALL. Forgot to add... if I had it to do over again... I would have gone with the jl 700/5 amp and run the sub and door/rear deck speakers off of one amp... I believe the 700/5 has roughly the same footprint as the 400/4 and will work in factory location.