Ponies on The Run (Again)
8/29/06, 09:37 AM
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Originally Posted by OKCMustangGT
Mine are stable to at least 2Ω so that is all that matters 
Originally Posted by OKCMustangGT
And since when did I get a Hippo Camp in my brain ?
8/29/06, 10:18 AM
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I've wanted to post about this for awhile now, but kept forgetting.
When my wife was following me on the drive up to Graphic Express, she direct-connected me and told me my back bumper was bouncing and vibrating all over the place because of the bumps in the road and the wind getting under it.
She was right... go tap on your rear bumper cover just under the license plate... it will feel very loose. I checked Mike's and it was just like mine.
Here's what I did... the first pic is just for reference.
Attachment 8118 Attachment 8116 Attachment 8117
I didn't pull them overly tight... just snug to keep the bumper cover from flapping.
The next time she was following me to the TMS meet at Race Rock, she said it looked ALOT better.
When my wife was following me on the drive up to Graphic Express, she direct-connected me and told me my back bumper was bouncing and vibrating all over the place because of the bumps in the road and the wind getting under it.
She was right... go tap on your rear bumper cover just under the license plate... it will feel very loose. I checked Mike's and it was just like mine.
Here's what I did... the first pic is just for reference.
Attachment 8118 Attachment 8116 Attachment 8117
I didn't pull them overly tight... just snug to keep the bumper cover from flapping.
The next time she was following me to the TMS meet at Race Rock, she said it looked ALOT better.
8/29/06, 10:23 AM
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Originally Posted by 89Trooper
Here's what I did... the first pic is just for reference.
I didn't pull them overly tight... just snug to keep the bumper cover from flapping.
I didn't pull them overly tight... just snug to keep the bumper cover from flapping.
Guess I need to buy some big zip ties.
8/29/06, 10:25 AM
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Originally Posted by OKCMustangGT
Good idea. I noticed a lot of slop when I was putting on my License plate, but never thought about this.
Guess I need to buy some big zip ties.
Guess I need to buy some big zip ties.
8/29/06, 10:59 AM
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Originally Posted by 89Trooper
... my back bumper was bouncing and vibrating all over the place because of the bumps in the road and the wind getting under it.
It just looks a bit funny to me having to cinch down body parts with zip ties.
8/29/06, 11:28 AM
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Originally Posted by TacoBill
Was it that extreme? It just looks a bit funny to me having to cinch down body parts with zip ties.
I would rather use the ties than have the bumper cover flapping when I'm driving with somebody behind me thinking how crappy it looks.
If my wife noticed it... then a lot of people notice it. So, I would say yes, it is pretty extreme.
8/29/06, 12:08 PM
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Originally Posted by OKCMustangGT
Another Audio Upgrade Question posted HERE.
Any suggestions ?
Any suggestions ?
8/29/06, 12:19 PM
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Originally Posted by 89Trooper
If my wife noticed it... then a lot of people notice it. So, I would say yes, it is pretty extreme.
I have a followed a couple of 05/06's on the freeway, but didn't notice their rear bumpers flapping around.
Maybe you should keep her under 140 mph.
8/29/06, 01:00 PM
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Originally Posted by TacoBill
Maybe you should keep her under 140 mph.
8/29/06, 01:54 PM
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Originally Posted by TacoBill
I know this sounds too obvious, but have you tried to call Crutchfield and talk to one their Advisors? They may be able to hook you up.
8/29/06, 03:11 PM
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Originally Posted by OKCMustangGT
I didn't see anything on their site so I didn't bother calling. I might try that later.
StreetWires
Ring Terminals - you'll have to check with them on the width.
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8/29/06, 03:28 PM
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Originally Posted by TacoBill
How about a power distribution block?
StreetWires
Ring Terminals - you'll have to check with them on the width.
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StreetWires
Ring Terminals - you'll have to check with them on the width.
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8/29/06, 04:42 PM
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Originally Posted by OKCMustangGT
The wires will be coming from my Distribution Block, through the amp wall and into the amp. The connection to the amp is where the problem lies. The StreetWires could possibly work, but once again it depends on the width of the end, it can't be more than 8.5 - 9mm.
Running 8ga power to the 600w amp will be fine.
8/29/06, 07:16 PM
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Originally Posted by TacoBill
That's what I was trying to indirectly point out... 4ga into the block - 8ga out, so you can use a smaller spade terminal at the amp.
Running 8ga power to the 600w amp will be fine.
Running 8ga power to the 600w amp will be fine.
I already have the 4 gauge so I would like to get that directly to the amp. May not be able to, but that is what I WANT to do
8/29/06, 07:26 PM
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Another part of the install is complete tonight
I installed the Amp wall and mounted the amps and some of the wiring.
It all needs cleaned up and straightened, but it will do for the moment.
Amp Wall Installed Clean.
Attachment 8142
AMP Wall With Both Amps
Attachment 8144
Subwoofer Amp Installed
Attachment 8147
Front & Rear Speaker Amp Installed
Attachment 8146
Rear Side of Amp Wall
Attachment 8145
LOL Don't mention how crooked everything is on the backside of the amp wall, it will all be straight when I am done. Not too mention no one will probably ever see it anyway.
My only complaint so far is my choice of carpet color could have been better, but that is still fine with me.
Another thing I learned tonight
I can actually fit IN my trunk. 
I installed the Amp wall and mounted the amps and some of the wiring.
It all needs cleaned up and straightened, but it will do for the moment.
Amp Wall Installed Clean.
Attachment 8142
AMP Wall With Both Amps
Attachment 8144
Subwoofer Amp Installed
Attachment 8147
Front & Rear Speaker Amp Installed
Attachment 8146
Rear Side of Amp Wall
Attachment 8145
LOL Don't mention how crooked everything is on the backside of the amp wall, it will all be straight when I am done. Not too mention no one will probably ever see it anyway.
My only complaint so far is my choice of carpet color could have been better, but that is still fine with me.
Another thing I learned tonight
I can actually fit IN my trunk.
8/29/06, 10:17 PM
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Originally Posted by OKCMustangGT
Another part of the install is complete tonight
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Another thing I learned tonight I can actually fit IN my trunk.
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Another thing I learned tonight
I can actually fit IN my trunk. Man, you could've been the first one to actually try the 'bail out' pull tag inside the trunk!
8/29/06, 11:27 PM
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Originally Posted by TacoBill
Looks like everything is coming together for ya!
Man, you could've been the first one to actually try the 'bail out' pull tag inside the trunk!
Man, you could've been the first one to actually try the 'bail out' pull tag inside the trunk!
Curiosity gets the best of me I guess. Great job with the setup by the way OKC. Can't wait to see how it turns out.