Installing Subs and or Amp to a stock CD player

[Paladin22]

Yeah yeah I know for most of you guys this is just a sin. But really the music I listen to does not justify me spending 300+ to install a new CD player. I was quoted 110 to run all the wiring and all that to a my old 400 watt Planet Audio amp and 2 (12) subs. Seems a little high, but thats everything included. I am about a D+ on installing audio in a car so is it that hard should I try it myself? Also how is the built in amp on the BA speaker set, can I just install the subs. I know I know it would give it pretty much no sound. Just looking for a bit more bass, nothing big.

[Blowndakrt]

If you wanted the cheapest way, you can just get a decent LOC and wire it into the rear speakers. That will convert your high level inputs to low level (RCA).

Since the battery is in the trunk, you don't need a full amp kit for installation. Which is why I would think they are quoting you that price for the install.

You can buy just the wire by the foot, get a fuse holder and fuse, and be quite a bit cheaper than a regular amp kit. The length will just depend on where you plan to mount the amp, so do a layout and measure the length you will need. Try to include any extra length you will need to tuck the wire up behind carpet or panels so the look stays nice and clean. You will want to do this for both the power and ground wire. I usually add a couple of feet to those measurements, just incase.

Then you will want to either tie into and ignition source at the rear fuse panel for a remote wire, but I would recommend a remote signal emulator. They are usually around $20 or cheaper and help to prevent the pop sound you can sometimes get when tying and amp to an ignition source.

Shawn