time to get my system started...

[SilverStang04]

OK, i love my mustang. but i have no idea about some of the technical working crap, etc.

basically, i've got 2 10' Audiobahn subs with separate enclosures, a 1000 watt 2 channel bridgeable mosfet amp (it's an off brand but it was basically given to me brand new).

i'm working with a 2004 V6 with a mach system. i really don't want to purchase another headunit unless i absolutely have to. suggestions???

[lowflyn]

You can run an fm modulator to run the subs, you won't get the clarity you would with an aftermarket unit, but it is possible to hook them up to your factory system.

[DarkShadow]

You will be surprised at the difference a new head unit can make. I would have started there first, plus they can (most of the time) look better than your stock unit.

[Zim]

When I replaced my head unit, it made my mach system sound 10x better...

[Stumpy]

Can you replace just the head unit and still use the same amps?

[Brent]

Quote: Originally Posted by Stumpy Can you replace just the head unit and still use the same amps?

I'm pretty sure the amps are bypassed when you install an aftermarket headunit on a mach 460 system

[Zim]

Quote: Originally Posted by Brent I'm pretty sure the amps are bypassed when you install an aftermarket headunit on a mach 460 system

I dunno, the wiring harness i got plugs right into the factory one that goes to the amps...

[Stumpy]

what would the minimum specs be for the a/m head unit? a guy from car toys told me that he had a cobra come in and he had to replace the entire system in order for a new head to work.

[timpryor]

^you don't have to, but as brent said you usually have to bypass it altogather so it really is worth it just to upgrade itt all at once. much easier especialy if you end up having problems, then you arn't wondering if its stock or aftermarket giving you the issues.

But Zim, not to disagree with you but sometimes those harnesses work great and others just complicate things, just what i've seen working in the car audio bussiness

[lowflyn]

You can install an aftermarket headunit on the mach system. You have to be sure to buy a quality harness however, not the cheap wal mart brand.

[timpryor]

such as scoche i know that but i've still seen times wher it just didn't want to cooperate

[SilverStang04]

i'm thinking i may as well replace the head unit too. i'd heard that the stock amp wouldn't be compatible...i hope it is though.

[Zim]

Quote: Originally Posted by timpryor such as scoche i know that but i've still seen times wher it just didn't want to cooperate

yeah thats what i used... just bought the thing they had at walmart and it works fine...

Ive heard that some people get a really loud pop somtimes using that adapter and there was something else they had to buy, but mine works fine.

[lowflyn]

Quote: Originally Posted by SilverStang04 i'm thinking i may as well replace the head unit too. i'd heard that the stock amp wouldn't be compatible...i hope it is though.

I haven't installed an aftermarket unit in the 05+ but I would be willing to bet it will work fine with the correct adapter to cut the power going to the factory amps. You can't send a powered signal to the amps, it will mess them up, hence the reason you need a special converter as is in included in these harnesses designed for the mach and shaker systems.

[SilverStang04]

i just bought a JVC KD-AV7010 DVD 7" in dash headunit...anyone have anything like this? i'm sure it'll need a good harness.