Avic-D3 / Sub / Amp / Speakers / XM Install

magindat said:
The sound deadening material is called CASCADE.
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I don't know where I got Colex from:lol: There was so much put into my head this weekend that it is spewing out random words! I will post those wire colors this evening when I get home, Rich. By the way, Why don't they just make them black for negative and red for positive? There must be a good reason for their color combinations, because Ford would never do anything that made no sense:)
 
Could you post (or PM me) a shot of the corner where the CD changer was taken out? Did you replace the liner in that area? I want to take mine out but am concerned that the liner has holes in it for the changer and that it will look like crap once it take it out.
 
BruteForce said:
Could you post (or PM me) a shot of the corner where the CD changer was taken out? Did you replace the liner in that area? I want to take mine out but am concerned that the liner has holes in it for the changer and that it will look like crap once it take it out.
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Yeah, when I get home this evening I will take a pic for you. It doesn't look too bad, but it doesn't look too good either. If you can find a trunk liner from a car without the changer option, it should fit into place nicely I'm assuming. I am going to see if I can make something to cover the hole with some scraps from the sub box. My other thought was to make some type of 'bin' or compartment to hold my jumper cables and any other things I like to keep in my trunk. That might be my best option. But I will post the pic later.......
 
arejayesss said:
I don't know where I got Colex from:lol: There was so much put into my head this weekend that it is spewing out random words! I will post those wire colors this evening when I get home, Rich. By the way, Why don't they just make them black for negative and red for positive? There must be a good reason for their color combinations, because Ford would never do anything that made no sense:)
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Because there's four of 'em at the dash and that means 8 wires to distinguish, not to mention the sub signal and turn on wires and the changer control and return wires. Ford HAS been good about keeping the same color combo across models and through the years.
 
and the magic is revealed....

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14 is the speed sensor and 18 is the signal from the steering wheel remote.

The rest are color coded to match your radio harness if you purchase an adapter harness.

For all AVIC models... DO NOT connect any illumination (orange or orange/white) wires. AVICs have an automatic light sensor built in.
 
rvaldez1 said:
What kind of wood is that box made of??? It does not look like MDF, it looks like.
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3/4" 13 ply furniture grade. MDF would work, but rigidity is key to a box this small. Density is very close to MDF with 13 ply. This material is TWICE the cost of MDF.
 
BruteForce said:
Could you post (or PM me) a shot of the corner where the CD changer was taken out? Did you replace the liner in that area? I want to take mine out but am concerned that the liner has holes in it for the changer and that it will look like crap once it take it out.
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Thanks for the pics. Looks pretty good. I've decided to fill mine with a Pioneer 6 disc changer. Minor fab work on the brackets and it should fit right in.
 
Correct speaker wire wiring

Contrary to info Rich found at a website, the following is the correct wiring for the four speakers:

Front Right Speaker POSITIVE- White / Light Green
Front Right Speaker NEGATIVE- The other one, duh!! (Green / Orange)
Front Left Speaker POSITIVE- Orange / Light Green
Front Left Speaker NEGATIVE- Light Blue / White
Rear Right Speaker POSITIVE- Orange / Red
Rear Right Speaker NEGATIVE- Brown / Pink
Rear Left Speaker POSITIVE- Gray / Blue
Rear Left Speaker NEGATIVE- Tan / Yellow


IMPORTANT: This wiring information is provided by Rich, without any representation or warranty. It is your responsibility to verify any circuit before interfacing with it using a digital multimeter. Rich assumes no responsibility with regards to the accuracy or currency of this information. Proper installation in every case is and remains the responsibility of the installer. Rich assumes no liability or responsibility resulting from an improper installation, even in reliance upon this information.
 
magindat said:
I have retained the measurements for this box. I will gladly make you one in any stage of completion. It could be cut wood, assembled wood, carpeted, fully loaded, whatever, and then ship it to you. This size will accommodate most quality 10" woofers on the market. PM me.

Further, I have a way to get the stock radio to play an after-market amp.
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Will do. I was an installer at Best Buy for nearly a year. I've done everything besides building boxes, and that is because my mechanical skills far exceed my carpentry skills.:lol:
 
arejayesss said:
IMPORTANT: This wiring information is provided by Rich, without any representation or warranty. It is your responsibility to verify any circuit before interfacing with it using a digital multimeter. Rich assumes no responsibility with regards to the accuracy or currency of this information. Proper installation in every case is and remains the responsibility of the installer. Rich assumes no liability or responsibility resulting from an improper installation, even in reliance upon this information.
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Now THAT's good stuff, right there!!!!! However, upon this color code, Ryan's speakers were all wired correctly and in phase. But don't come cryin to me if you screw it up!!!!
 
OK, John and mods, this one is ready for a sticky at the top of John's forum. It now contains all the reference info I've ever needed to do a Marauder system and would be a great place for one-stop info.

Sticky Please!!!!!
 
I like the sub placement. iv'e got to 12in subs takes up to much trunk space..how does it sound there.. like i said looks real good
 
SILVERSURFER03 said:
I like the sub placement. iv'e got to 12in subs takes up to much trunk space..how does it sound there.. like i said looks real good
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Sound is phenominal, whether I've got an old Dick Dale song on, or Tool, or Bette Middler (wind beneath my wings). There is a suprising amount of bass available to me. I put on 'Don't Phunk With My Heart' by the Black Eyed Peas and WOW!! Ghetto phabulos!! But, when I put in a good hard rock n' roll song, the bass is sharp and precise. This is all thanks to Richs ear and his tuning, along with the science he applied to everything including the construction of the sub box.
 
Is that a full size spare in the trunk?...If so did any cutting or anything have to be done to do so?
 
Thanks for the thread reference!

Just out of curiosity, what am I looking at as far as costs go, ballpark, for this setup?
 
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