Where to install an Amp in a 94 f150.
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Where to install an Amp in a 94 f150.
I have come across an issue, at the worst time (with all my truck torn apart).
I have a 94 f150 extended cab. Went gung ho to put my new stereo parts in, but ran into a snag.
Where have you guys found room to cleanly mount the amp?
Right now I have only found two useable locals...one is on the floor of the rear, which would require me to build a cover for it, as ppl do occasionaly cram in thier.
The other is to mount it to the ceiling, between the dome and the rear window...which would be mildly amusing, although tempting to a would-be intruder...
Any suggestions?
I have a 94 f150 extended cab. Went gung ho to put my new stereo parts in, but ran into a snag.
Where have you guys found room to cleanly mount the amp?
Right now I have only found two useable locals...one is on the floor of the rear, which would require me to build a cover for it, as ppl do occasionaly cram in thier.
The other is to mount it to the ceiling, between the dome and the rear window...which would be mildly amusing, although tempting to a would-be intruder...
Any suggestions?
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Pyro,
I'm not sure how the f150's are setup but I was able to cut the back of my rear seat frame a bit on my f250 to accomodate my amp. The cab vents provide enough air circulation (and I crank my amp in this az heat!) and it turned out very clean. Pics in my gallery.
I'm not sure how the f150's are setup but I was able to cut the back of my rear seat frame a bit on my f250 to accomodate my amp. The cab vents provide enough air circulation (and I crank my amp in this az heat!) and it turned out very clean. Pics in my gallery.
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Pyro, finding places in these trucks is hard. On my 93, I had an amp in the right corner of the backseat...it was wedged between the seat and the back panel. Never overheated, but I installed a fan on it.
The overhead idea sounds cool.
The overhead idea sounds cool.
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If you want to hang your amp overhead, you need to consider its lifespan. Amps are designed to displace heat through their heatsinks, which are on the top of the amp. Having it hang upside down will force the heat back on the circutry and could be a fatal mistake. I have read technical articles on this, when I find them, I'll surely post them here.
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Thanks for all the suggestions guys.
Turns out it says in the manual that this amp will not run if mounted upside down...kinda wierd since this is probably the first manual I've ever taken the time to read.
I pulled out the rear seat, moved the carpet, and unscrewed the rear plastic panel...Not enough space back there.
I'll look at the seat raisers, but I'll probably just make a casing, and place it on the center of the floor in the rear.
Thanks guys.
Turns out it says in the manual that this amp will not run if mounted upside down...kinda wierd since this is probably the first manual I've ever taken the time to read.
I pulled out the rear seat, moved the carpet, and unscrewed the rear plastic panel...Not enough space back there.
I'll look at the seat raisers, but I'll probably just make a casing, and place it on the center of the floor in the rear.
Thanks guys.
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Good luck with the project! Post up some pics when you get it done.
Made good progress today, but something has come up that requires attention...hopefully I'll be done by the end of the weekend or Mondayish.
Takin pics as I go, so I'll post to the gallery when its all done.
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My amp is too tall to fit, unfortunately, although that would have been my first choice.
Finally decided on the center of the floor of the rear seat. Two people can sit in the back, and I can still flip the seat over (which is why I can't use seat risers, I have the two-piece fold down rear seat.).
As for all the speakers, I chose to seek professional assistance, as thier were 6 tweeters, 6 crossovers, and 4 midbass speakers all to be installed. After 6 hours in the shop, they only had the front installed...6 hours I wouldn't have had to spend on the project, and that only cost me $65 for the wiring and everything.
Ran into a snag in the rear, though. The speakers I got are 6.5" components, but the stock speakers are 6x8...I had hoped widening the hole a little would be simple, but as luck would have it, there is not enough metal back there to cut away.
So, Im not sure what to do with those yet.
Finally decided on the center of the floor of the rear seat. Two people can sit in the back, and I can still flip the seat over (which is why I can't use seat risers, I have the two-piece fold down rear seat.).
As for all the speakers, I chose to seek professional assistance, as thier were 6 tweeters, 6 crossovers, and 4 midbass speakers all to be installed. After 6 hours in the shop, they only had the front installed...6 hours I wouldn't have had to spend on the project, and that only cost me $65 for the wiring and everything.
Ran into a snag in the rear, though. The speakers I got are 6.5" components, but the stock speakers are 6x8...I had hoped widening the hole a little would be simple, but as luck would have it, there is not enough metal back there to cut away.
So, Im not sure what to do with those yet.
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