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Conner0388 · 03-21-2021, 03:08 PM

Is the stock subwoofer on the convertible connected to the stock amp if not is it possible to have it connected to an aftermarket amp?

Conner0388 · 03-21-2021, 03:13 PM

And could I replace the factory 10 inch sub with an aftermarket 10 inch sub

tartagliazl1 · 03-21-2021, 05:22 PM

It is powered by the factory amp. You can replace it, but you’ll have to cut the factory connection off to hook up a new sub. The factory amp is not powerful enough to push a aftermarket sub. I did a kicker free air sub in the factory spot with a alpine 5 channel amp. Not going to win any competition but it’s good enough for me at my age now.

Conner0388 · 03-22-2021, 05:19 PM

Are the 4 speakers also connected to the factory amp? Also, the stock sub is 10 inches right?

tartagliazl1 · 03-22-2021, 06:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Conner0388

Are the 4 speakers also connected to the factory amp? Also, the stock sub is 10 inches right?

yes and yes

Ponchonutty · 03-23-2021, 09:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Conner0388

Are the 4 speakers also connected to the factory amp? Also, the stock sub is 10 inches right?

No the amp in the rear is for the sub only

Conner0388 · 03-23-2021, 09:34 AM

Ok I’m a little lost Bc I have two of you saying something different. Will I have to connect the 4 speakers to the amp? Or are they already connected to the amp?

tartagliazl1 · 03-23-2021, 11:37 AM

They are connected to the amp already

Conner0388 · 03-26-2021, 03:28 PM

Also just to make sure I can fit a 20 inch sub in the back.

Conner0388 · 03-26-2021, 03:50 PM

Also what mounting bracket did you need for the new subwoofer

Funky45 · 04-13-2021, 08:12 PM

I just finished replacing all speakers (10” sub) and added 5 channel JBL amp. One channel dedicated to the sub. I left the factory head unit for now. I recommend the the factory amp replacement kit from ********. Makes wiring super easy! I’m not sure where you plan on mounting a 20” sub. I mounted a replacement jbl sub by drilling new holes in the stock housing. You would have to do quite a bit of cutting to add a 20. Not sure you would need it either, but just my opinion.

MNvert · 04-18-2021, 08:57 PM

Sorry for the hijack but I didn't see anywhere else that had this info.

If I've installed a ******** box in the trunk, does it benefit me (other than weight savings) to remove the stock sub from behind the rear seat? I'm not sure how sound works and if having the stock sub still there (but unplugged) would help or hurt.

mactube · 04-19-2021, 04:54 PM

Where is the amp located ?
Can you replace the amp without taking the radio united out ?
Do you access the sub though the trunk or just by taking the backseat out?
I actually just posted to try to find out how to take back back seat out:

https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showt...4#post10995744

03-21-2021, 03:08 PM	#1
Conner0388 Drives: 2016 Chevy Camaro 2SS Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Flagler beach, Florida Posts: 214 View My Garage	Stock Subwoofer Question Is the stock subwoofer on the convertible connected to the stock amp if not is it possible to have it connected to an aftermarket amp?

03-21-2021, 05:22 PM	#3
tartagliazl1 Drives: 2013 zl1 vert Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Rochester, New york Posts: 956	It is powered by the factory amp. You can replace it, but you’ll have to cut the factory connection off to hook up a new sub. The factory amp is not powerful enough to push a aftermarket sub. I did a kicker free air sub in the factory spot with a alpine 5 channel amp. Not going to win any competition but it’s good enough for me at my age now. __________________ 22% lower/ 2.5 upper/ 2” headers/ cat delete/ x-pipe/ 2 gallon x tank/ 100-3 pump/ fic 850/ dsx aux kit/ 103mm throttle body/ RPM 5” intake/ meth kit/ prometh lid injection/FI interchiller/ 160* stat/ ngk-7/ msd wires/ elite catch can/ tsp cam/ Che trunnions/ ported supercharger/ 1/2” lid spacer/ brick mod/BMR toe and trailing arms/ 751hp 757 tq SAE @17.3lb on a loaded dyno.

03-23-2021, 11:37 AM	#8
tartagliazl1 Drives: 2013 zl1 vert Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Rochester, New york Posts: 956	They are connected to the amp already __________________ 22% lower/ 2.5 upper/ 2” headers/ cat delete/ x-pipe/ 2 gallon x tank/ 100-3 pump/ fic 850/ dsx aux kit/ 103mm throttle body/ RPM 5” intake/ meth kit/ prometh lid injection/FI interchiller/ 160* stat/ ngk-7/ msd wires/ elite catch can/ tsp cam/ Che trunnions/ ported supercharger/ 1/2” lid spacer/ brick mod/BMR toe and trailing arms/ 751hp 757 tq SAE @17.3lb on a loaded dyno.

04-19-2021, 04:54 PM	#13
mactube Drives: 2015 Camaro Convertible Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: California Posts: 89	Where is the amp located ? Can you replace the amp without taking the radio united out ? Do you access the sub though the trunk or just by taking the backseat out? I actually just posted to try to find out how to take back back seat out: https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showt...4#post10995744 __________________ 2x 2015 Convertible 1LT - White on Black 22”s - Silver Stock

03-21-2021, 03:13 PM	#2
Conner0388 Drives: 2016 Chevy Camaro 2SS Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Flagler beach, Florida Posts: 214 View My Garage	And could I replace the factory 10 inch sub with an aftermarket 10 inch sub

03-22-2021, 05:19 PM	#4
Conner0388 Drives: 2016 Chevy Camaro 2SS Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Flagler beach, Florida Posts: 214 View My Garage	Are the 4 speakers also connected to the factory amp? Also, the stock sub is 10 inches right?

03-23-2021, 09:34 AM	#7
Conner0388 Drives: 2016 Chevy Camaro 2SS Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Flagler beach, Florida Posts: 214 View My Garage	Ok I’m a little lost Bc I have two of you saying something different. Will I have to connect the 4 speakers to the amp? Or are they already connected to the amp?

03-26-2021, 03:28 PM	#9
Conner0388 Drives: 2016 Chevy Camaro 2SS Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Flagler beach, Florida Posts: 214 View My Garage	Also just to make sure I can fit a 20 inch sub in the back.

03-26-2021, 03:50 PM	#10
Conner0388 Drives: 2016 Chevy Camaro 2SS Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Flagler beach, Florida Posts: 214 View My Garage	Also what mounting bracket did you need for the new subwoofer

04-13-2021, 08:12 PM	#11
Funky45 Drives: 2012 Camaro SS Anniversary Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: St. Louis Posts: 6	I just finished replacing all speakers (10” sub) and added 5 channel JBL amp. One channel dedicated to the sub. I left the factory head unit for now. I recommend the the factory amp replacement kit from ********. Makes wiring super easy! I’m not sure where you plan on mounting a 20” sub. I mounted a replacement jbl sub by drilling new holes in the stock housing. You would have to do quite a bit of cutting to add a 20. Not sure you would need it either, but just my opinion.

04-18-2021, 08:57 PM	#12
MNvert Drives: Camaro SS Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: MN Posts: 15	Sorry for the hijack but I didn't see anywhere else that had this info. If I've installed a ******** box in the trunk, does it benefit me (other than weight savings) to remove the stock sub from behind the rear seat? I'm not sure how sound works and if having the stock sub still there (but unplugged) would help or hurt.