Replacing factory subwoofer/Installing new Subwoofer & adding XM

[KB24]

Originally Posted by FlyFlip420

IF you dont buy something like a JL cleansweap or similar, you will need to tap off of the existing amp for the signal, take that signal into your new amp, then from your new amp to the subs......

The best is to spend about $1000 and buy a cleansweep, 2 new amps(one for subs and one for interiors), and some new interior speakers....you already have the subs.....then pull out all the old stuff, add your ipod thru the cleansweep, and you have a stellar system

hey flip, does the cleansweep and the Kenwood KOS A200 have anything in common?
http://www.justkenwood.co.uk/stock01/kosa200.asp
because i already have that installed in my ride for audio for my playstation and for a usb for my ipod.

let me know
thanks

[schambo]

Originally Posted by djnas

Hi Guys,

I am new to this forum and have a question, I own an 03' CTS with Non-XM Bose system.
I was thinking of purchasing a JL audio 10w6 subwoofer and a JL audio 500/1 amplifier and hence have a few questions:

1. what would be the best way to power the new AMP? Is it possible to use the exisiting wiring from the factory amp to power and run the new amp?

2. Would it be better to use a line level converter and if so, which kind or what kind and should it be connected to the head unit or connected from the exisiting factory amp.

3. Can the 03 Bose radio be taken to a GM delearship and be reflashed to include XM satellite radio on the factory headunit?

Any sugesstions/ideas and/or stories on the best way to install an aftermarket sub and amp would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance!

I just recently replaced my sub and added an amp. I agree with flip. If you want great sound you need to get something like the Cleansweep. My car is leased and I didn't want to do too much modification so I opted to remove the crappy 10 inch sub an put in a Kicker dual voice coil sub with a Kicker amp. If you want to replace it in the rear deck you will have to make the hole bigger. I used the speaker connections from the sub and installed a line level converter. You will have to install the amp also. I put the remote bass control in the ashtray and it does the job. It pumps out some serious bass but beware. The rear deck lid rattles a bit even after securing everything in the lid. I will probably put a bit of dynamat to cut back on it. It sounds good but could be much better. The factory system and speakers are crap. I still get distortion on the factory speakers at high volumes. I also installed the Nucleus to the XM tuner and have full function of my ipod through the head unit. My setup cost around $700. If you have the $1000, I would go with flip's suggestion and do it the right way. My decision was based on what will be easiest to remove when the lease is over.

Which ever way you go it will still sound much better than waht you have now.

[FlyFlip420]

Originally Posted by kcammie

So what is the main reason for the Clean sweep? I see you mentioned adding the iPod to the cleansweap. Can I hook up a cleansweep to my Bose system just so I can have the ipod capability?

03' No XM here before you asked

Sorry been busy.....

NO....its FIRST for an aftermarket audio system SECOND for an MP3 input....you wouldnt be able to do it unless you replaced your system....

BTW- WELCOME BACK!!! Glad those damn sand spiders didnt get ya

[FlyFlip420]

Originally Posted by KB24

hey flip, does the cleansweep and the Kenwood KOS A200 have anything in common?
http://www.justkenwood.co.uk/stock01/kosa200.asp
because i already have that installed in my ride for audio for my playstation and for a usb for my ipod.

let me know
thanks

Similar...Kinda....The KOS will allow you to add almost anything storage(MP3, Disc Changer, USB) to the factory.....The cleansweep cleans up the stock sound so that it is a million times better(dont feel like speaking audio jargon) then sending it to your aftermarket amps from the stock headunit.....while allowing you to add ANY thing as an input that has an RCA type connection

Let me know if you need more help

How do you like the KOS?

[FlyFlip420]

Originally Posted by schambo

I just recently replaced my sub and added an amp. I agree with flip. If you want great sound you need to get something like the Cleansweep. My car is leased and I didn't want to do too much modification so I opted to remove the crappy 10 inch sub an put in a Kicker dual voice coil sub with a Kicker amp. If you want to replace it in the rear deck you will have to make the hole bigger. I used the speaker connections from the sub and installed a line level converter. You will have to install the amp also. I put the remote bass control in the ashtray and it does the job. It pumps out some serious bass but beware. The rear deck lid rattles a bit even after securing everything in the lid. I will probably put a bit of dynamat to cut back on it. It sounds good but could be much better. The factory system and speakers are crap. I still get distortion on the factory speakers at high volumes. I also installed the Nucleus to the XM tuner and have full function of my ipod through the head unit. My setup cost around $700. If you have the $1000, I would go with flip's suggestion and do it the right way. My decision was based on what will be easiest to remove when the lease is over.

Which ever way you go it will still sound much better than waht you have now.

Get the Dynamat....Its definetely worth it!! Just make sure you wear gloves if you get the stuff with the aluminum backing....cut my hands and arms over 100 times....damn little papercuts....

[03cts9011]

hey im thinking of adding a couple subs to my car too. i have the non bose sound system. where should i tap into the signal? before or after the amp? and what should i use to tap into it? thanks for the help.

[FlyFlip420]

You using a cleansweep? or a PAC convertor?

[03cts9011]

im going to be using a cleansweep later when i replace my speakers but for now im not.

[FlyFlip420]

After the amp...just tap into the speaker wires and run those into the PAC convertor then to the amp...

[03cts9011]

ok what do you recommend to tap into the wires with? and any specific PAC converter i need?

[FlyFlip420]

I would get an adjustable one....

[03cts9011]

http://cgi.ebay.com/PAC-OEM-2-Adj-Li...QQcmdZViewItem

would something like this be ok?
sorry for all the questions i just dont want to buy the wrong thing and waste money

[FlyFlip420]

If your only hooking up a sub, you just need a 2 channel

[FlyFlip420]

http://www.cadillacfaq.com/faq/answe...eep/index.html

[03cts9011]

ok do i just need to hook up the four sub wires to the PAC or does it need to be hooked up to a power source?