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it can get pretty damn frustrating at times. but i like it so far =] i am only an undergrad after all so the designs I'm encountering and implementing are fairly simple.

Here at Michigan Tech our EE's have some classes with the CPE's (computer programming engineers), so if you do enjoy computers you should get some of that in the EE field. For example, i've had to take a class on how to code in Java and a class on Digital Logic involving CMOS circuits, combination logic, and Verilog coding. At my university, as an EE, i have to take calc1, calc 2, differential equations, linear algebra, and then another math course of my choice. (could be calc 3, stats, hell could be elementary Algebra if i wanted it to be). EE's and Mech's are pretty different in my experience. I suppose a horribly vague and oversimplified question would be: What are you more interested in? How a combustion engine works? Or how do you build circuits?

I would need crutches too after taking that kind of abuse

Have you guys tried it? Don't understand why everyone is being so critical on the song... Max Richter is a pretty well renowned composer and sorry RamRod, I like you, but Dinah Washington isn't just an old lady. Well, she isn't much of anything but a corpse, but you know what I mean. I'll test it in my little home audio setup tomorrow. I personally really enjoy the song, and i hope it will perform well. You can listen to a higher quality version here

Think I'm going to get my motorcycle race license this coming summer.

I hate switching between programming languages/formats. My patience for error codes is lost somewhere between Java, Matlab syntax, Mathematica syntax, and Verilog.

I spend alot of time on this Forum. I read, read, read, read. Post every once and again, but mostly my input isn't needed. I treat this forum, and any forum, like real life conversation. That's probably odd, and by looking at users behavior, I hope it is odd. I have changed alot of my car audio habits due to this Forum. That's because I don't only come here when I have a car audio problem, not anymore. I'm here to offer as much help as possible, and to have friendly interactions with fellow car audio enthusiasts. There are many people on this board I respect, and regrettably, many more that I don't respect. Quite frankly, there are thread guidelines that every member agrees to when they join the forum. The OP hasn't followed said guidelines. It can be frustrating when threads like this come about every week. And yes, it is attitude like this that ruins this hobby. Legislature already exists in certain states and cities to limit after market car audio enthusiasts.

Ordered a Harbor Freight Tap and Die set. Would have rather gone with craftsman but I was too frustrated with their website. How can they list tap and die sets for sale directly and not give ANY information about whats included in the set? No pitch angles, hole sizes, or anything. Julian: Haven't tried swapping the grounds on the Head Unit. I will try to do everything i can in the trunk first and then try relocating the head unit ground after. My trunk is already all torn up anyways. Thanks to all who have helped!

So update: Tried going back out and just swapping grounds around to see if it worked. Figured it would be quick and easy and worth a shot. Grounded at same place as Pioneer: no luck. Figured i would try to ground it elsewhere too. The same place where my 2nd battery and saz-3000d is grounded (a bolt that connects suspension to frame). Welllllll that didn't go so well, snapped the bolt in half during the process of getting it out SO basically i have no ground for my external battery and saz-3000. Took positive connections off of external battery and wrapped them all with ~15 layers of electrical tape. Really quite frustrated at this point seeing as if i did ground the JBL there it probably wouldn't have done anything anyways. Don't have tap set here with me at school. Have to find one to borrow from a kid on campus hopefully. Impious: I'll go through that Julian: Ground RCA's? How would I do that? Lants: Already tried different RCA's

That's what i'm thinking. Solution = grounding it somewhere else?

I normally like to try to figure things out by my own but I'm not sure how to solve this problem. My front speakers are making high frequency noises that get higher as my RPM increases ever since installing a different amplifier. This is what I've done to try to isolate the problem/ information that may help: 1) Amplifier = JBL gtq200 2) speakers = Boston Acoustic pro60se 3) Before putting the speakers on the JBL, they worked fine for months. 4) I used the same set of RCA's on both the JBL and my other speaker amp (Pioneer). The Pioneer did not recreate the whine. 5) Also used a different set of RCA's on the JBL which did nothing to lessen the whine. 6) More gain on amp = louder whine 7) JBL is grounded to my battery in the back and grabbing power from that same spot 8) That battery is grounded to the frame 9) Pioneer is using starting battery for power and grounded to the frame ( i believe) in the trunk. 10) Head unit is Alpine 9886 with the "defeat" feature on. If I understand this feature correctly, it means the HU isn't doing any equalizing or modifying of the audio signal. 11) Engine off, whine goes away. 12) No RCA's on JBL = no whine. Any help is much appreciated. Thank-You!

I hate Charter

In it. How close is she to getting to appropriate amount to walk?

Lots of mayhems for sale right now too on this board! 2 15"s and 2 18"s (or there were as of yesterday) I'd check out those threads. Some pretty good deals and you don't see mayhems for sale used very often

Yes.

You're running BTL's in sealed enclosures?

Stefan, do you use WileyPlus for math homework?

And bullshit. Budget is an issue.

What Stefan means is you're going to have to compromise somewhere. He was also joking about the 6.5 inch sub, he was saying that even if you bought a 6.5 inch driver dedicated to bass (subwoofers) you wouldn't get much output at all. I would ask questions to help, but Stefan already has

hahahah i literally meant a pack of dogs, like canines. Great question. They had enough men to steal my truck, that's what i thought. Freshh, I wouldn't advise doing this when you visit Chicago. Or any city you aren't familiar with.

One thing that surprised me when i was old enough to start going downtown? (when i got my drivers license) The Dog packs. Just never something i'd ever heard about or seen. During the day they are pretty dormant in most areas, but at night, they come out and its a wild site. Walking over the roads like they own the place. Chicago's got some rough neighborhoods. My friend was there at a public park when a firefight ensued. I don't think driving through would be a bad idea at all. Especially since you already seem like you're going to be aware and careful For example: I've had a group of two cars try to box my in at a stoplight late at night. By paying attention to whats going on around you, you can avoid nearly all incidents. I understand where you're coming from. People who have never been to Detroit bad-mouth it based upon what they hear in the news or just what the general public opinion is. It can drive me nuts. At the same time though, there are places in Detroit i'll never go to again once the sun goes down. It just flat out is an unnecessary risk. (I keep saying Detroit because it's the only city i have much experience in)

Well either way i'll make my point, Tourists can be much more vulnerable obviously since they don't know the area. Like... driving on certain sections of roads late at night is just flat-out a bad idea. Once you get on foot, it gets more risky obviously. Locals get it too, it's just sad to hear when the visitors get taken advantage of. They never know they are even in danger Detroit is a beautiful and wild place though. The bad reputation adds to the experience. The amount of people that I've taken downtown who are surprised by the culture and how much they enjoyed their experience numbers in the 20's. Again, sorry to hear about your family and friends Bangin

Sorry to hear it BanginGMC where they locals? or visitors?