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Old 07-18-2008, 12:54 PM   #1
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Newest Stereo Upgrade

Well after going through 3 different setups in my car as far as stereos go I think I finally came to find out that I absolutely LOVE!

Here is a drawing that was made by a friend of mine who did the install for me.

I will post pictures of the entire install process this weekend.

Anyone interested in hearing what is sounds like and is local is more than welcome to PM me!

I must say rewiring the BOSE subwoofer I bought from a member on 6speed online really was the icing on the cake.

Note: NONE of the OEM wiring was used. My buddy rewired my entire car with 14gauge audio cables. We tucked away all OEM wiring out of the way.

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-Focal Polyglass 165VR3
-Alpine PDX 5 Amp
-Bose OEM Subwoofer & Midrange
-Audio Controld DQXS (DSP)

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Old 07-18-2008, 01:00 PM   #2
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Damn that will sound great
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Old 07-18-2008, 02:18 PM   #3
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So tell me, if I were to start saving up for a kick-butt stereo system for my car, how much cash should I save for the whole shooting match, including installation?
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Old 07-18-2008, 03:55 PM   #4
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Randall,

This is the break down for my system.

1. Pioneer Avic F90BT $860 (Retail is $1200)
2. Audio Control DSP $500 (Retail is $750)
3. Alpine PDX 5 Amp $310 (Retail is $650)
4. Focal 3way 165VR3 $490 (Retail is $799)
5. Factory BOSE Subwoofer $250 - From Member on 6Speedonline
6. Double Din Install Kit from Trueillionaire $185
7. 100ft of 14gauge Speaker Wire $60
8. Tsunami Comp. RCA Cables $240
9. 4gauge Power Wire Kit w/ Fuse $40
10. 14guage Power Wire (For DSP Unit) $10
11. 18guage Power Wire (Remote Wire) $4
12. 9 Pin Connector (for quick sub disconnect) $5
13. 2 Pin Connector (for door quick disconnect) $3/ea
14. 4 Pin Connector (for Dash quick disconnect) $3/ea

That brings my total to roughly $3k. My buddy and I installed the system together so the labor was essentially free however I DID tip him $500. It took a total of 5 12 hour days to complete and that does not include tunning of the system.

Anyone who wants to have a listen and is local is more than welcome to check it out.

Cheers!
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-GT3 Front Bumper w/ Lip
-Side Skirts
-Gemballa Exhuast and Cats
-O.Z. Racing 18" Wheels
--18X8.5Front 18X10 Rears
-Michilen PS Tires 225/40/18 & 285/30/18
-5mm Rear Spacers
-Porsche Door Sills
-H&R Springs
-Powerflow Intake
-B&M Short Shifter
-Pioneer Avic-F90BT Navigation
-Focal Polyglass 165VR3
-Alpine PDX 5 Amp
-Bose OEM Subwoofer & Midrange
-Audio Controld DQXS (DSP)
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Old 07-18-2008, 04:48 PM   #5
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Impressive stereo setup. I cant wait to see pictures.

Great job.
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Old 07-19-2008, 01:39 PM   #6
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Here are pictures of my install....

http://s338.photobucket.com/albums/n430/JDeMircift/

More completed pictures to come soon.
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2001 Boxster Artic Silver / Black Interior
-GT3 Front Bumper w/ Lip
-Side Skirts
-Gemballa Exhuast and Cats
-O.Z. Racing 18" Wheels
--18X8.5Front 18X10 Rears
-Michilen PS Tires 225/40/18 & 285/30/18
-5mm Rear Spacers
-Porsche Door Sills
-H&R Springs
-Powerflow Intake
-B&M Short Shifter
-Pioneer Avic-F90BT Navigation
-Focal Polyglass 165VR3
-Alpine PDX 5 Amp
-Bose OEM Subwoofer & Midrange
-Audio Controld DQXS (DSP)
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