2013 1500 build thread

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VegasDragger45

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I'm going to start off my stereo build thread now. A few parts started rolling in all I'm waiting on now is my fox box and 5 channel amp.

I installed kicker 3½ in the dash and 6x9 in the rear doors. I ordered a set of 6x9 for the front but they were to deep so I have to reorder a set or kicker 6½.

I will be running a Kicker ix1000.5 amp and a CVR10" mounted in a FoxBox with amp rack. I hope to have both of them by next week. Also I have the 8.2 radio and will be keeping it so I purchased an Audison SLI4 LOC. More pics as parts come in and the install is done.

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I wish I had at least attempted to retain the factory plugs for the dash speakers then life would be better. good job.
 

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FYI, there isn't a full signal to the rear channel from the 8.4, so you'll get crossed out bass if you attempt to get signal there.

Tap into the front door speakers.
 

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FYI, there isn't a full signal to the rear channel from the 8.4, so you'll get crossed out bass if you attempt to get signal there.

Tap into the front door speakers.

great piece of info! thanks. this is why i love this fourm.
 
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I wish I had at least attempted to retain the factory plugs for the dash speakers then life would be better. good job.

I made that mistake before and it sucks. Crutchfield gave me all 6 harness for free so I was happy with that.
 
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FYI, there isn't a full signal to the rear channel from the 8.4, so you'll get crossed out bass if you attempt to get signal there.

Tap into the front door speakers.

I don't have the 8.4. Should I still use the front speakers?
 

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FYI, there isn't a full signal to the rear channel from the 8.4, so you'll get crossed out bass if you attempt to get signal there.

Tap into the front door speakers.

Really? Cause I just tapped into the left rear speaker on my 8.4 system with my lc2i for my subwoofer amp and it seems fine, seems like I'm getting all the required bass notes.
 

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I don't have the 8.4. Should I still use the front speakers?

*shrug*

I had the UConnect 3.Junk, the rear channels did NOT get full signal.
My '11 Ram had the... RES(?) same deal, not full signal to the rear channel.

They make tools to test things like this, but most car stereo shops aren't very open with letting you borrow their toys.
 
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*shrug*

I had the UConnect 3.Junk, the rear channels did NOT get full signal.
My '11 Ram had the... RES(?) same deal, not full signal to the rear channel.

They make tools to test things like this, but most car stereo shops aren't very open with letting you borrow their toys.

Ya I want to get a new radio but I wasn't sure if it would cause an issue since the factory radio can control the door beeps and everything. Can I replace it without any issues?
 

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Nice upgrade. Gotta love adding new toys to the rig.
 
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Nice upgrade. Gotta love adding new toys to the rig.

Thank You, Everything else came in yesterday. All I need to do now is order my box. I cant decide if I want the Single 10" drivers side box from Fox or if I want to go with the single10" passenger side with the amp rack. What do you all think? Also since I had to return my front 6x9 should I order a set of components and put the tweeters in the doors?
 

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yes PAC and Metra make them and I like single 10 passanger side as it fills cabin more before hitting your ears aka using cabin gain to get a bit more bass out of it. Components to me are the way to go as you will have more adjustability where you can put tweeters compared to mids.
 
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yes PAC and Metra make them and I like single 10 passanger side as it fills cabin more before hitting your ears aka using cabin gain to get a bit more bass out of it. Components to me are the way to go as you will have more adjustability where you can put tweeters compared to mids.

Thank You, I just ordered the passenger side box with amp rack. I will look into the new deck. Is it possible to use the factory BT mic with a new radio?
 

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Most aftermarket either come with a new mic or have one build in so i would venture to say no.
 
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Already had my amp



I will run a distro block just incase I ever decide to add another amp i'll already be set up



And I received my Stinger 4ga power wire

 
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