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DaJags85 · 10-22-2013, 08:33 AM

Hi all,

I've looked around the forum, but would like to ask a few questions. What do I need to purchase, as far as wiring goes, in order to install a 10" sub and amp to power it. I would also like to replace the factory speakers to some of higher quality. I have the base factory stereo in the 2013 2LS model. I plan to buy the ******** enclosure, a sub to fit and go from there. Thanks in advance.

meshamey · 10-22-2013, 09:42 AM

there is a wiring kit for ********, That is all I needed. Check there website, they have everything you need

thxultra · 10-22-2013, 11:09 AM

If you have the stock radio (Non Boston) you will need rca wires, Loc (to convert from speaker outputs to rca, amp (I would get a 5 channel and power your new speakers with it also), speakers, enclosure and sub

I don't believe ******** makes a kit for the non Boston system but I could be wrong.

DaJags85 · 10-22-2013, 03:41 PM

That's what I was afraid of. I was hoping they made one for non-BA systems.

Old as Dirt · 10-22-2013, 08:11 PM

Start off with a sub... amplifier, wire kit(wire size depends on how many amps the system draws and can be checked by looking at the fuses in the amplifier.. volts x amps = watts, so if the amplifier has 2 40amp fuses, you can determine the real output of the amp is about 1100 watts and would require #4 gauge wire) and a line out converter w/RCA cables to grab the audio signal from the rear deck speakers.... you'll be surprised how much better it is.. then move up from there.. The LS alternator is good for 175 amps, and will be ok to run a system around 1200 watts without the need for a backup battery or cap.. above that, you will need to think about more power to keep the components happy..

DaJags85 · 10-23-2013, 08:30 AM

Any line out converters that you guys would recommend?

TeamTCA · 10-23-2013, 10:14 AM

Yes, it is no big deal to grab the audio output at the rear speakers and tie (crimp or solder) a basic hi-lo level converter in. We do them all the time that way. For the remote
turn-on wire, we have found the easiest is to grab the accessory outlet in the rear of
the console (that is switched on with the ignition). Fairly simple install and several smaller sized (400-600w RMS sub amps) will even fit on the back wall behind the OEM trunk carpet.

Camaroshark · 10-24-2013, 03:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaJags85

That's what I was afraid of. I was hoping they made one for non-BA systems.

I think they do make one for non-BA systems. Check their web site.

Julio

thxultra · 10-29-2013, 10:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Camaroshark

I think they do make one for non-BA systems. Check their web site.

Julio

Nothing for the Non BA systems this is because the ******** harness plugs into the factory wiring to the external amp which the stock (non BA) system doesn't have.

got2gozoom · 10-30-2013, 09:38 AM

Couldnt we buy the factory BA harness from the stock radio back to the amp and then FARK it?

By the way. A video from ******** said a new harness for Non-BA systems was now available on their site. I looked and did not find it.

thxultra · 10-30-2013, 10:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by got2gozoom

Couldnt we buy the factory BA harness from the stock radio back to the amp and then FARK it?

By the way. A video from ******** said a new harness for Non-BA systems was now available on their site. I looked and did not find it.

Ya I looked on there site and couldn't find the one for the Non BA radio... Possible they have one coming.

SimpleGreen · 10-30-2013, 11:04 AM

Last time I asked about it Steve said they stopped selling it because it wasn't in high demand. Go figure.

lscamaro · 10-30-2013, 11:13 AM

Yea, they used to sell it but stopped

ric4044 · 10-30-2013, 09:16 PM

hey....read the links and the attachment links included in the thread. I bought this from CMOREBASS and it works pretty good. You could probably build your own for around $100 bucks, but its pretty much plug and play. I'll even gift you the Kicker speaker wire to rca adapters since i have 2 laying around (just pay for shipping). I bought the ******** amp mounting board and everything sounds great and looks great. http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=315787

10-22-2013, 08:33 AM	#1
DaJags85 Drives: 2013 2LS Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 57	Upgrading stock system Hi all, I've looked around the forum, but would like to ask a few questions. What do I need to purchase, as far as wiring goes, in order to install a 10" sub and amp to power it. I would also like to replace the factory speakers to some of higher quality. I have the base factory stereo in the 2013 2LS model. I plan to buy the ******** enclosure, a sub to fit and go from there. Thanks in advance.

10-22-2013, 08:11 PM	#5
Old as Dirt Drives: 2013 Camaro Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Monroe, Washington Posts: 89	Start off with a sub... amplifier, wire kit(wire size depends on how many amps the system draws and can be checked by looking at the fuses in the amplifier.. volts x amps = watts, so if the amplifier has 2 40amp fuses, you can determine the real output of the amp is about 1100 watts and would require #4 gauge wire) and a line out converter w/RCA cables to grab the audio signal from the rear deck speakers.... you'll be surprised how much better it is.. then move up from there.. The LS alternator is good for 175 amps, and will be ok to run a system around 1200 watts without the need for a backup battery or cap.. above that, you will need to think about more power to keep the components happy.. Last edited by Old as Dirt; 10-22-2013 at 08:42 PM.

10-23-2013, 10:14 AM	#7
TeamTCA Drives: 2010 Camaro 1SS/RS #21068 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Benton, Arkansas Posts: 91	Yes, it is no big deal to grab the audio output at the rear speakers and tie (crimp or solder) a basic hi-lo level converter in. We do them all the time that way. For the remote turn-on wire, we have found the easiest is to grab the accessory outlet in the rear of the console (that is switched on with the ignition). Fairly simple install and several smaller sized (400-600w RMS sub amps) will even fit on the back wall behind the OEM trunk carpet. __________________ Kenwood Excelon, Rockford Fosgate, JBL, Hertz, Audison, Illusion Audio, Mosconi, Diamond Audio, Hybrid Audio, WetSounds, & more

10-30-2013, 11:04 AM	#12
SimpleGreen Drives: 2015 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Southeast Louisiana Posts: 2,112	Last time I asked about it Steve said they stopped selling it because it wasn't in high demand. Go figure. __________________ 2015 Camaro 2SS/RS SIM 2016 Jeep Wrangler 2DR Willys Wheeler 1993 C1500 Single Cab Stepside 5.3L LS Swap

10-30-2013, 11:13 AM	#13
lscamaro Drives: 2011 CGM Camaro LS A6 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 10,305	Yea, they used to sell it but stopped __________________ Click Picture for Build Thread

10-22-2013, 09:42 AM	#2
meshamey Meshamey Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS / 2014 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Panama City, Florida Posts: 303 View My Garage	there is a wiring kit for ********, That is all I needed. Check there website, they have everything you need

10-22-2013, 11:09 AM	#3
thxultra Drives: Mean ass V6 Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Chicago Posts: 128	If you have the stock radio (Non Boston) you will need rca wires, Loc (to convert from speaker outputs to rca, amp (I would get a 5 channel and power your new speakers with it also), speakers, enclosure and sub I don't believe ******** makes a kit for the non Boston system but I could be wrong.

10-22-2013, 03:41 PM	#4
DaJags85 Drives: 2013 2LS Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 57	That's what I was afraid of. I was hoping they made one for non-BA systems.

10-23-2013, 08:30 AM	#6
DaJags85 Drives: 2013 2LS Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 57	Any line out converters that you guys would recommend?

10-30-2013, 09:38 AM	#10
got2gozoom Drives: 2013 1LS-6sp-VictoryRed Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: North Carolina Posts: 13	Couldnt we buy the factory BA harness from the stock radio back to the amp and then FARK it? By the way. A video from ******** said a new harness for Non-BA systems was now available on their site. I looked and did not find it.

10-30-2013, 09:16 PM	#14
ric4044 Drives: 2012 Ashen Gray Camaro LS Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Bham Posts: 47	hey....read the links and the attachment links included in the thread. I bought this from CMOREBASS and it works pretty good. You could probably build your own for around $100 bucks, but its pretty much plug and play. I'll even gift you the Kicker speaker wire to rca adapters since i have 2 laying around (just pay for shipping). I bought the ******** amp mounting board and everything sounds great and looks great. http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=315787