Complete Audio Upgrade (plus adding a garage door opener)

[amagalla]

So... I'm now going through the process of upgrading the ENTIRE sound system. I've upgraded the front speakers to Polk db401, I added 4 db350 s to the rear box. I'm changing the door "sub-woofers" with some Kicker CVT65 units. I'm also adding a JVC Nav system (kw-nt800hdt) and a JVC amp in the frunk.


I think this will be the hardest part as I've elected to modify the existing box. This is my progress on that so far.


This is the chaos so far.


Here is the navi unit. I don't know what the camera was focusing on.


This is the Amp install. I'm quite impressed with the install if I do say so myself.



Here you can see the 2 Polk speakers peaking out from the speaker material.



The climate control relocated without a problem.


This is where I got the switched power from. It's phone accessory harness behind the batwing.

I hope to have everything done by the weekend. Let me know if you have any questions.

Thanks.

Tony

[Pdwight]

Nice work so far, is the rear speaker your own doing or one of the kits ??

I want to add Nav to my 01S so I will be following this thread

[amagalla]

Originally Posted by Pdwight

Nice work so far, is the rear speaker your own doing or one of the kits ??

I want to add Nav to my 01S so I will be following this thread

The rear speakers were not a kit. I made a cardboard temlate and transferred it to a piece of ABS plastic utilizing all 3 cubbie mounts. Then I stretched some speaker material over the original openings that pop out when you take the cubbie out. I think it looks pretty factory. We'll see how long it lasts.

Keep in mind that the wiring diagram is different for the CDR-23 in the 03-04 models. Here is the diagram for the CDR-23:



Let me know if you have any questions. I'll be happy to help.

Tony

[JayG]

I just replaced my dash speakers and will be upgrading the head unit and adding rear speakers. I am making a template for mounting the rear speakers soon

I'll share the template when I get it done

[Polaris]

I have the same kickers in the doors. I LOVE them. I used the last generation small sized MTX 4x75watt amp for the dash and rear speakers, and the same line 1x500watt for both doors (mono because it is bass only). I would install the same setup if it cost twice as much. Unfortunately, MTX discontinued that line of amps. They were perfect for the 986 as they both mounted on the stock amp bracket and fit behind the spare tire without issue.

[amagalla]

I'm using a JVC 5 channel amp that has a SW as it's 5th channel. It's perfect for me as it's 2ohm stable. Plus, I got it cheap. We'll see how it comes out. Did you use the original door baffles, or are you using them free air? If you're using the baffles, do you have pictures of how you modified them?

[amagalla]

I made some progress last night. I finally tamed the wires in the dash and got it buttoned up.


This is what it looked like.



This is another angle.


Here the dash is back together. notice the targa roof switch that is now connected to a Homelink modual. This allows me to open my garage door (not that my wife lets me park there).


Here's another angle of the JVC Navi system.

Everything works so far. With any luck, I'll be done this weekend.

Tony

[Polaris]

I made replacement baffles and ran them free air.

[RandallNeighbour]

If I wasn't parting with my car in a few years' time for a 991S, I'd sooooo be doing this project the same way you did it!

I have to force myself not to spend another dime on this car for the next 36 months and bank some cash for my next CPO Porsche.

[dbansal]

so total install time? 2 days? Looks great.. I have an 03 box with non bose... did you hook up a back up camera?

[amagalla]

Well... Taking my sweet ass time (hemming and hawing over everything), and working and spending time with the family... 5 days. If I did it straight through, I could probably have it done over a weekend. I'm contemplating the camera. I've already bought it, but I don't know if I want to drill a hole in the bumper. I did hook up the reverse signal just in case I decide to install it.

[KevinH1990]

Nice job. Check this thread for some tips on installing the back up camera. With the brand of camera I bought it was not necessary to drill any holes:

http://986forum.com/forums/general-discussions/51283-does-anyone-know-vss-wire-02-bose.html

By the way, I noticed that you put your garage door opener switch in the bottom position. I did that when I installed mine. However, I eventually moved it to the top position. It is easier to find it if you are in a hurry.

[Pdwight]

Originally Posted by KevinH1990

Nice job. Check this thread for some tips on installing the back up camera. With the brand of camera I bought it was not necessary to drill any holes:

http://986forum.com/forums/general-discussions/51283-does-anyone-know-vss-wire-02-bose.html

By the way, I noticed that you put your garage door opener switch in the bottom position. I did that when I installed mine. However, I eventually moved it to the top position. It is easier to find it if you are in a hurry.

What about the wireless cameras ? , all you need is a V+ wire from one of rhe backup lights

[lkchris]

Could you identify which home link module you used? TIA

[KevinH1990]

http://www.renntech.org/forums/tutorials/article/153-yet-another-way-to-add-a-homelink-device/

Here's a link to the instructions I used. I believe you will need to be a contributing member to Renntech to read them.

The author based his instructions on using a module from a "late model" GM vehicle. He bought one from a 2005 Trailblazer on eBay. I think mine was from one of GM's larger SUV's, but I don't remember exactly which one.

The GM part number on unit used on Renntech is 15015905.

[amagalla]

I used a home link from a Kia, but it was almost exactly like the one in the instructions listed above. I think most of them are exactly the same.

[dbansal]

loving the courage to diy and the innovation on this forum....true to Porsche heritage

[amagalla]

I was absolutely right on this one. The speaker baffle mod is the hardest part of this project. Because they are made of polypropylene, no glue works on them. The only way to get the pieces to stick together is to plastic weld them. What a pain. Here are some picture of the speaker baffle mod. The right hand side box and sub are in the car. Now I just have to finish the left.


This is the right hand baffle finished next to the left unfinished. As you can see, the box needed to be highly modified to fit the sub in the door.



This what the welds on the back side of the box look like.



This is what the finished box looks like. One more side and I get my car back.

Tony

Tony

[lkchris]

Thanks for the link to Renntech

[amagalla]

The physical installation of all the parts are done. But, now I have alternator whine. Improper ground is the most common source. Any other ideas?