19Chevrolet84

I was looking through all the audio **** out there, and I'm on a budget, but I kind of have my heart set on a few of these things...

Just your opinion on if it is a waste of money... or anything else better for less?

Thanks guys.

My Ideas:
1500W-RF AMP
2 P3 Punch Subs
HUmount
Kenwood Excelon KVT-614 with Navigation Package
From all those I get a total right around $2,500...
This does not include wiring. Some wiring in car from PO, didn't check if it is useable or not...

Looking for all options. The less hacking, the better.

Transmetal

An humount is a waste of money, with that said I have one in my GT and one waiting to be installed in my GTA. Probably one of the coolest ways to waste money when it comes to car audio.

19Chevrolet84

True. But 85 Bucks? Looks cool as S^%#!

ellocojorge

iTrader: (1)

lolz heck imma waste it like that!


the audio system the op is building seems like over kill, i would spend that much but thats just me

1ADan

iTrader: (4)

I agree that the HU Mounts are a beautiful way to waste money. Loved how mine looked in my GTP.

As for the amp and subs, lots of people have good luck with RF, but I feel that there are better deals to be had online from some lesser known companies. My last setup was a 600 rms Ample Audio amp along with an Ascendant Audio 12" and together cost me about $350. big fan of diymobileaudio forums; lots of good product info and reviews. Not to mention some good deals on used stuff in the classified section. $2500 is a decent chunk of change to spend on a stereo, get the best bang for buck you can.

Next question- do you have an alarm yet for the car? You don't want to have that kind of equipment without some added protection. I've been there twice already and had to learn the hard way.

19Chevrolet84

I do not... Nor do I have power locks, or Power windows... My car is the definition of "Bone Stock"

Broc

i got one p3 on a 3400 spl amp and it sounds great well did sound great i got my system jacked. i am a car audio installer and i have put a couple rf systems in and they are just about unbeatable unless you get some memphis mojos. the system i put in using 2 mojo 12in subs in a caviler and i couldn't even sit in the back seat it was so loud. I think you got a get list made the only thing i would tell you is two get a jvc head unit and you do want to bye new wire no smaller then 4gauge the size of wire does make a difference.

MetallicaWolfe

Mine is too =] Except it came with those features jaja

19Chevrolet84

haha, yeah, i wish mine did... i wish mine was stick to... come to think of it... WHY DID I BUY IT?

I'm not really set on a HU yet, i just really liked that Model, having a DVD player, and a GPS in one with a 7 inch touch screen, all in a single headunit so no cutting. If i got a cheaper one it would cut costs in half...

Broc

You should take a look at the jvc KDAVX77 it doesnt have gps but it is a every sweet head unit. also maybe check out the clarion nz409 its not bad

19Chevrolet84

are they both single units?

camaronewbie

In my world, $2500 on stereo is a waste. That's almost a crate motor! That's an IROC! I paid that for my 1997 Z28 LT1!

19Chevrolet84

its like 1500 with a different headunit.

Broc

ya search them and check them out

camaronewbie

Oh, well then - that's better. {NOT!}

$1500 in my world equals 2 RS's - both running with v8's! (I paid $500 for my 1990 RS and $800 for my 1992)

It's ok - it's your money! I just had to give ya a hard time.

(This coming from the guy who has about $900 in 3rd gen Camaro memoribilia junk, like Hot Wheels Cars, Tyco race track with 3rd gens, caps, buttons, R/C cars, shirts, and who knows what!)

I also started adding up what I have in my RS the other night, and gave up when I got above 12k!

Broc

how much was planning on paying of the subs, and how much on the amp? there are some good deals going on ebay.go and search ROCKFORD-FOSGATE-SUPER-T1-10-SUBWOOFER. these are 400 retail and now on ebay for 110 well for now they are but it is going to be a good deal either way, check them out they are sweet

19Chevrolet84

300 a peice for each P3... and then 680 for the "scratch and dent" amp...

I know what you are saying camaronewbie... My dad is the same way... I've payed 1850 for 3 third gens...

Broc

i would be willing to sell you my one p3 for 180 plus shipping. let me know i pretty sure that it works it has been sitting around for a long time i will test it to make sure if you want it or not.

ellocojorge

iTrader: (1)

were the heck do u get ur prices from... never pay retail, marup on subs, and speaker is usually 50 to 60 percent, on amps its about 30 percent

http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_...mpaign=froogle

19Chevrolet84

Wow, those prices were straight off crutchfield...

Then, I might be able to get all my goodies.

camaronewbie

The sad part is - no matter how many times a day you tell yourself that you'll never become your father, some day you'll stop for a minute and realize you already have!

Just remember, the nut never falls far from the tree!

19Chevrolet84

haha, Yeah, I can see it already that I am...Except I still have hair.