Posted May 5, 201411 yr This build is a labor of love. My father encouraged me to do what I love no matter what other people think of it. When I was 14 I got a ride home from a high school guy that worked for my dad and he had 2 12" pioneer subs in his Grand Am. I was hooked! I wanted everything to have bass. I am going to be 32 this year and my father has fallen ill. He is currently in the hospital with pneumonia and a pulmonary embolism. Laying there on the hospital bed he asked me what my plans were. Thinking he was giving me the life speech... I stumbled out some words about how work is going well and how I've been saving up money now that I have a car I paid for in cash with no payments. He said, "No, I meant what are your plans for your next system in your new car?" I couldn't believe it! He actually listens to what I am saying when I go on and on about audio components. TL;DR My dad is sick and wants me to continue doing what I love. On to the build. This is what I am starting with. 2004 Pontiac Vibe in Burnt Orange Nasty stock cd player that doesn't even work.
May 5, 201411 yr Author This is as far as I got before the plastic roller broke. Pro-tip: Use a wooden roller when applying deadener!
May 5, 201411 yr Author Before Deadener: After Deadener: I am really impressed with how easy this stuff goes on and how well it works. I have never used deadener before and after this experience, I will make sure to use it in every install. Good stuff.
May 6, 201411 yr Author Tint before: After: I went with 35/5. Very happy with the results. Picking up the BC2000D tomorrow after work. Hopefully I will get word tomorrow also about the alt and wires. Anyone ever order a DC Power alt? How long does it usually take? Also same questions about Execution Audio cables. So far, I am most impressed with Sky High Car Audio's shipping turn around. Super fast! Edited May 6, 201411 yr by Corey0927
May 6, 201411 yr Author Damn, I wish I would have known that when I ordered it. They didn't mention anything about it taking that long. I guess I will save that part for last. Thanks.
May 6, 201411 yr Looks good man, but beware of fatmat it is made of asphalt and will smell to high hell, fall off, and ruin stuff.
May 6, 201411 yr Author I got some more goodies today... For comparison I LOVE THESE! I can't wait to hear them. Close up With grill on Crossover looks sweet too The tweeters are really heavy too I called Execution Audio today and they said that my stuff should be delivered tomorrow. I was never given a shipping order or tracking number when it shipped so I don't know who dropped the ball there. Hopefully tomorrow I get the rest of the cables and I can start wiring this stuff up!
May 6, 201411 yr Author Get them on Ebay. I picked up 2 sets for 129 each. Cheaper than anywhere else I could find.
May 7, 201411 yr Build is going to be really nice! I love the way crescendo amps look! Can't wait ti see the final build.
May 7, 201411 yr Author I'm gonna need a bigger table! Two spools of Zero for the power runs and Big 3. 1 spool of 8 AWG for the sub. 2 spools of 12 AWG for the components. 4 AWG Sky High for the 4-ch amp. A couple more 0-0 fused blocks from Sky High. The best part is that I now have everything I need to start installing. I can't wait for Saturday! More pics to come. Edited May 7, 201411 yr by Corey0927
May 8, 201411 yr lmao. my dude has a pontiac vibe. he painted the car port he has pink. and hung a banner thats says "tunnel of love". good shit. also my mom and his mom both have breast cancer a thats the real reason. but we like to add humor. cuz we think laughter heals all. Edited May 8, 201411 yr by ohio45113
May 10, 201411 yr Author Today is the day for progress. Door panels are off, deadener is being applied. I am starting to wonder if I bought the wrong amp though... Everyone that posts a video has a 3500 amp on their sub; I just wonder if my BC2000D is going to be enough.
May 10, 201411 yr If you decide to give the 2000 away, hit me up.LOL Seriously- I would run it first, 2000+ watts is gonna pound.
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