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Discussion in 'Audio & Video' started by Zombie Runner, Mar 1, 2009.

  1. Mar 1, 2009 at 5:44 PM
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    Zombie Runner

    Zombie Runner [OP] Are these black helicopters for me?

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    1.Where is the best place to mount my crossover for my components?
    2. Do i need to run new speaker wire from my HU to the xover? Im assuming yes, but thats got me into trouble before..ha
     
  2. Mar 1, 2009 at 5:55 PM
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    stang88

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    are you using the headunit to power the components? You really need to use an amp to power those.
     
  3. Mar 2, 2009 at 6:05 AM
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    just the HU for now
     
  4. Mar 2, 2009 at 7:10 AM
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    mine are mounted in teh door. i zipped tied them in there. only downside is it's not easy to adjust them. you might be able to squeeze them under the kick panel.

    i ran new wires, but i power them with an amp. might be worth running the wire now to save the headache of running them later if you decide to upgrade to an amp.
     
  6. Mar 2, 2009 at 12:45 PM
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    sooner07

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    Well, you are asking two questions, but...

    1. Best place depends on what you are looking to do with them. If you don't want or need access to the regularly, then you can put them in the doors or under the dash. If you do need to access them, you can put them udner the seat (where I have mine) or on an amp rack behind the rear seats (where I'd like to have mine if I only had the room).

    2. You don't have to run new wire, but I'd recommend it.
     
  7. Mar 3, 2009 at 10:42 AM
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    I'd put them somewhere with plenty of ventilation, no chance of moisture, away from other electronics and where there is no chance of getting banged around every time you slam the door. :)
     

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