Installing amps and wiring

[rmglynn]

I've done a search and found a few threds about installing amps but i was after more detail if possible.

I've seen a few really nice jobs where amps are under the bonnet, over the spare wheel and hinged so you can still get @ it if you have a flat.

Any rough guide on how to make a nice one would be cool.

I just need to know where to run the wires, and how best to hide them (don't want it to look like some cowboy job lol)

[Ian Geary]

I'd be interested to in any advice how to install stuff neatly - and still be able to access the spare wheel too, as my amp installation is still somewhat primitive





But I can help with routing wires. I put all mine through a large grommit right next to the clutch pedal. It's quite easy to access from both sides (one the front bonnet liner is out).

I pulled the bung back, stretched it wide enough to slide wires through, then pushed it back into position.

By removing the panel above the pedals (4 x screws) the wires can be routed up into the dash right behind the stereo.

hth

Ian

[Rich j]

when i did that at the front i got so much interferance, did you use a isolator ?

[cbaynes]

I'd be interested to in any advice how to install stuff neatly - and still be able to access the spare wheel too, as my amp installation is still somewhat primitive

I'll be doing an Install on Grants car this weekend, will be similar to my old one keeping the Spare wheel accesible ... watch this space for Photos ...

my install



c

[rmglynn]

wicked that'll be great, lookin forward to the photos!

[Damo]

Ian are u going on about the orange looking grommit to route the wires thru or sum other grommit. As im installing an amp at mo and the orange one is being used by the steering and i dont think i want to hinder that by putting wires thru. Is there another one that im missing. Cheers

[cbaynes]

Got everything wired and boy does it sound good

Focal 165 Components
2 x JL Audio 10" Subs
Magnat Rock 1000 Amp (Subs)
JBL 75.2 Amp (Comps)

Fitting the Amp Racks tomorrow ...

c

[Goto10]

Got everything wired and boy does it sound good

Focal 165 Components
2 x JL Audio 10" Subs
Magnat Rock 1000 Amp (Subs)
JBL 75.2 Amp (Comps)

Fitting the Amp Racks tomorrow ...

c

Nice, any chance you could take pics of the build too (as well as "after", I need to smarten up my amp install under the bonnet and would like to see how other people build these things! e.g. is the board on legs or just clips to sides?)
Cheers

[rmglynn]

Sounds top! any chance on getting a rough guide on how to do the amp install under the bonet, would like to know where to hinge the MDF to and how you've hidden the wires (once the jobs done that is )

[cbaynes]

Oh I dunno about that ... *L* .. yeah no worries, I'll post some pictures upon completion

If your local I can do the install for you

thanks

[Scotster]

I really need help sorting out under the bonnet. I don't wanna start before i know what i am doing so a few pointers would be great if you don't mind. I am planning on fitting 1 1000w amp possibly also a 600w amp and a 10 disc changer. I doubt i will need another battery fitted in there but what are the chances of getting all this stuff in there, looking neat while still having access to the spare wheel? Should i buy a powercap too? Never had one but i'm curious.

Planning on running 2 10" subs, type-r components for the front and type-s for the rear. I'm either going to run 250 thru each sub and 250 through each component and use the head unit to power the rear speakers, or 500 thru each sub then 150 through the components and rear speakers.

Can't wait to get started. Hoping santa will be good to me

Cheers

Scott =oP

[rmglynn]

Oh I dunno about that ... *L* .. yeah no worries, I'll post some pictures upon completion

If your local I can do the install for you

thanks

Pics would be great, an install would be spot on too! where abouts are you? Im in Manchester

Thanks

Rich

[cbaynes]

Stevenage (30 miles north of London) doubt I could help this side of Christmas anyway.

I'm hoping to be developing and producing the Hinging Amp Rack and making them available for sale very soon anyway, would you be interested? they are very easy to install.

Thanks

Chris

[rmglynn]

if the finished product would be as neat as the car in the pic I'd deffinatly be interested, how long till you'll be producing one and roughly how much would the unit cost?

[cbaynes]

I'm hoping to start producing in the new year.

In the Picture you cannot see the the hinging Amp rack as it has an raised cover so it gives the Amps that flush look.

I'm not sure on pricing as of yet, maybe around £20-£30 for the complete kit ... watch this space!

[rmglynn]

sounds good! PM me when your in production.

Just wondering if you could recomend some 3 way component speakers @ a reasonable price (bout £150 - £200) and wheres best to get them.

Looking for ones that would pretty much be a straight swap with the standards, or as little work as possible. (last question i promise )

[Goto10]

I'm hoping to start producing in the new year.

In the Picture you cannot see the the hinging Amp rack as it has an raised cover so it gives the Amps that flush look.

I'm not sure on pricing as of yet, maybe around £20-£30 for the complete kit ... watch this space!

You'll sell those easily
I'm interested unless I build something in the interim!

[Scotster]

sounds good! PM me when your in production.

Just wondering if you could recomend some 3 way component speakers @ a reasonable price (bout £150 - £200) and wheres best to get them.

Looking for ones that would pretty much be a straight swap with the standards, or as little work as possible. (last question i promise )

If you can afford them everyone raves about focals but why not save yourself a few bob and go for the alpine type-r's for 110 squids. Thats what i'm going for. A lot of people say not to bother with the ones behind your head but i say spend the 70 quid and get the 4" alpine type-s and stick them in too. Run them all off an amp and it will sound great.

Scott =oP

[rmglynn]

If you can afford them everyone raves about focals but why not save yourself a few bob and go for the alpine type-r's for 110 squids. Thats what i'm going for. A lot of people say not to bother with the ones behind your head but i say spend the 70 quid and get the 4" alpine type-s and stick them in too. Run them all off an amp and it will sound great.

Scott =oP

Sounds good to me think i'll be picking some of those up! what did you do about a sub? im trying to find one that will fit into the stock sub box without any cutting etc?

[Scotster]

Bought 2 sub boxes from Neil_turbo that fit into the cubby holes behind the seats while allowing full tilt of the seats. They hold 10" subs so 2 alpine type-r's would fit nicely in there too although i have 2 "ok" 10" subs at the moment that i'll use until i get the funds.

Cheers

Scott =oP