I was wondering if anyone ran a second amp through the factory speakers to make it louder or if it can even be done. So far i understand that i can get a converter to add in subs while keeping the factory deck and steering wheel controls. The question is i dont want the subs to overpower and wanted a little more power in the mids without maybe having to rip out every speaker and such. Anyone able to do this and if so what parts did u need? Thanks everyone

 

Hey Matt...


The Bose system runs on a lower impediance than normal. The speakers are at a lower ohm and therefore will not work with a non-bose amp. What I would suggest is replacing the bose amp and bose speakers and running it off the stock headunit. That's your best solution if you want the interior to look stock.

 

Actually, the stock Bose speakers will work with an aftermarket amp. If you use regulated amps, i.e. JL Audio, it will be fine, otherwise, the amp will run hotter. Therefore, crappy amps (Boss, Profile, Jensen .... ) will not last long. BUT from the stock speakers apparent (paper cone), I would suggest replacing them with an aftermarket counterparts, even cheap aftermarket would sound a lot better than stock speakers. Good luck modding your audio system.

 

Thanks guys i have decided to rip out the entire speaker system less the headunit, already got my two old and reliable kicker 12 comps in a box made to fit, any ideas for some good interior speakers and the prices they normally run??

 

Hey Silver, (sorry to hijack the thread Matt!) do you have any pics of your install on the screen in the post-it notes section? I'm looking to do something like this...

 

Here it is

open: http://silverknight.clickhere2.net/images/screen.jpg

closed: http://silverknight.clickhere2.net/images/screen1.jpg

copy and paste link to your brower.

 

Thanks Silver, however it said I was....

FORBIDDEN!!!!

 

Open a new browser, copy and paste the links. Do not click on the links at all.

 

I agree that you should replace the Bose speakers and amp.
However, I would recommend getting a new head unit. If you are concerned with keeping the steering wheel controls - I was able to buy a module that connects to the steering wheel controls and uses the infrared sensor on my Pioneer head unit to control it - very nifty.

 

If you are gonna do.....DO IT RIGHT. Get all new shit!!!!!