I have recently purchased new stereo equipment. I have a 2 dinn Pioneer DVD head unit and will be adding the XM radio module, 6 disc changer, Blue Tooth module, & HD Radio module. Also, I want to put in my 4 channel amp to run the front & rear speakers as well as add another 2 channel amp for a sub. So, given all of this stuff, where the heck am I going to put it all? Any placement suggestions? Also, if anyone has suggestions for where the best places are to run wiring that would be great too. Thanks.
There is a nice little shelf under the glove box. I used to have a sat tuner in there, there should also be a lot of space under the radio (in the panel with the hook).
My next revision will include putting my processor in the space under the glove body. An amp under the radio. Then sub and sub amp still behind the back seat.
With all of this work, I would also add a layer of sound deadener to the floor, which would mean pulling the seats and carpet. This will give you plenty of space to run wires away from all others. If you don't want to go through that much trouble, the wires can be tucked under the door sills. If you plan on running 4ga or bigger down the sills, you will need to trim the spacers on the bottom of the sills.
Thanks ReAX. I don't have the additional module boxes yet, so I don't know how big for small they are, so some of your suggestions could work. I think I can get my changer under the seat in the front, I have the 40/20/40. Also, looking at your mods list, looks like you have installed some subs, where did you install those? Do you have some pics? For the amp I was thinking under the rear seat, although I think my rear seat system is different than yours. I can't remember what year they changed it. In mine, you fold up the rear seat and then fold out the metal "shelf". I'm going to look into removing the metal self system. If I can get that out, I will have plenty of room for my amps. For the 4ga wire, I was thinking of running that down the frame rail and punching trough the cab where the amp will be installed.
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