sonichead94
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awsome. get some pics of it when installed.
Sonic007 build thread
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sonic007
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Oh for sure. Hopefully ill be able to stop long enough to take pics as im doing it. We will see. Lol
Sonicbobo
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A couple of questions for 007
Getting ready to install an Alpine Power Pack (KTP-445U) into my Sonic with Mylink.
1. How much lead do I need to mount the PP behind the air con controls. The amp came with about a 2 foot lead on the output end. Is that enough?
2. Can I grab power off of the factory harness (yellow wire)? Is the circuit capable of running both the head unit and the amp? (I have a feeling this is a dumb question but wanted to ask anyway)
Note: I also bought a PAC AA-GM44 just to use the harness. I didn't want to cut into the factory harness, so I bought the PAC so I can wire everything on my desk and plug it all into the factory harness. I plan on just cutting the LOC off since it's redundant.
3. Do you think I'm being too anal? (That was a trick question, please don't answer)
Getting ready to install an Alpine Power Pack (KTP-445U) into my Sonic with Mylink.
1. How much lead do I need to mount the PP behind the air con controls. The amp came with about a 2 foot lead on the output end. Is that enough?
2. Can I grab power off of the factory harness (yellow wire)? Is the circuit capable of running both the head unit and the amp? (I have a feeling this is a dumb question but wanted to ask anyway)
Note: I also bought a PAC AA-GM44 just to use the harness. I didn't want to cut into the factory harness, so I bought the PAC so I can wire everything on my desk and plug it all into the factory harness. I plan on just cutting the LOC off since it's redundant.
3. Do you think I'm being too anal? (That was a trick question, please don't answer)
sonic007
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1. The output side comes with plenty of wire. Depending on how much reach you need for the pac part, you may have to extend the input side.
2. You can get constant 12v from the radio harness. It will work perfectly fine. You can use the ground as well but I grounded mine on the chassis itself just for extra strength.
3. Nothing wrong with asking questions first. Lol
Sonicbobo
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Never expected a response THAT quick. Good to know you have a special hotline. I'll try not abuse it.
Yeah, the input side is going to need some extending. I s'pose they have a good reason for making it so short.
Heading for my local radio shack to buy wire and stuff. Haven't done anything like this since I was a kid -- a very long time ago. Should be fun.
Thanks again!
Yeah, the input side is going to need some extending. I s'pose they have a good reason for making it so short.
Heading for my local radio shack to buy wire and stuff. Haven't done anything like this since I was a kid -- a very long time ago. Should be fun.
Thanks again!
sonic007
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No problem! I have it set to alert me for messages and stuff on my threads. I can usualy respond fairly quickly lol. Have fun with it!
gijoefontaine
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What color are your rims? Is it that "intense teal" plasti dip?
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sonic007
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gijoefontaine
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Finally got to see someone also with a black car use it. Ive been on the fence about it and have no reference
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Sonicbobo
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Sorry to bug you again, Mr. Bond.
I got my harness done (pic below because it is a thing of beauty). Next step is to install everything.
I know how to pull the radio, but I have a question about the passenger side kickpanel --along the center console. I noticed it's velcro'd along the bottom. Does it just unclip at the top and sides? I figure removing this panel should expose space behind the air con controls for my amp placement (apline power pack).
Wish there was a resource guide for removing interior panels etc. But, I s'pose one needs a full-blown shop manual for that. Any reference material links?
I got my harness done (pic below because it is a thing of beauty). Next step is to install everything.
I know how to pull the radio, but I have a question about the passenger side kickpanel --along the center console. I noticed it's velcro'd along the bottom. Does it just unclip at the top and sides? I figure removing this panel should expose space behind the air con controls for my amp placement (apline power pack).
Wish there was a resource guide for removing interior panels etc. But, I s'pose one needs a full-blown shop manual for that. Any reference material links?
Sonicbobo
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The passenger side just pops off. Just needed to give it a determined pull on the shifter side of the panel. Once that end is released then you slide it toward the passenger seat and a tab thingy is released at the top and voila -- off comes the panel.
Seems there's all kinds of space behind the panel. Glad the panel comes of so easy so I can adjust gain on the amp after installation.
Seems there's all kinds of space behind the panel. Glad the panel comes of so easy so I can adjust gain on the amp after installation.
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gijoefontaine
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Anyone have photos? Or a youtube video? Man itd help out
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sonic007
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Sonicbobo
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Yay, the alpine amp installed, and my custom harness worked as intended.
Stopped by a local installer shop, and they had everything hooked up in about an hour.
The little alpine amp hooked to the stock speakers makes a huge difference in sound quality. More than adequate for my needs. But as mentioned in other posts, the chimes and turn signal sound are quite a bit louder. I might see if I can completely disable them. Or. I might just quit using my turn signals altogether -- like everyone else on the road.
While at the shop, another guy was adding an amp and speakers to his Segway. To be expected I guess, when you live in the land of Microsoft geeks.
Stopped by a local installer shop, and they had everything hooked up in about an hour.
The little alpine amp hooked to the stock speakers makes a huge difference in sound quality. More than adequate for my needs. But as mentioned in other posts, the chimes and turn signal sound are quite a bit louder. I might see if I can completely disable them. Or. I might just quit using my turn signals altogether -- like everyone else on the road.
While at the shop, another guy was adding an amp and speakers to his Segway. To be expected I guess, when you live in the land of Microsoft geeks.