[bigredgt]

Hello all. I have a Mach system (not 1000) in my car, all components are factory.

This weekend I'm having an audio shop replace my factory h/u with either a Kenwood Excelon KDC-X592, or the Kenwood DPX-503 (2-Din). What is the benefit of 1 DIN over 2 DIN? Both have the usb and aux input for mp3 players, which I need. But I'm not sure how else to cover up the space left from the factory h/u, other than using a 2-DIN replacement.

Also, I have an old Jensen subwoofer enclosure with two 10" subs, and an American Pro 2-channel 800w amp that I'm lookin to put in. What issues do you think I will have with the amp and sub?

Problem with the sub enclosure, is that it's way too big to fit in the trunk, there's just no room to fit the box in, so I may have to get 2 separate smaller boxes for the subs. Or is there another solution to this? I'm not an audio tech at all, so I don't really know about this stuff.

Also, as I understand it, the two amps in the back are for the 2 door speakers and the 2 rear speakers. is this correct? I was told that my amp powering the door speakers crapped out on me (loud buzzing sound from the door speakers), hence the reason for the upgrade.

I'm also replacing the door speakers with aftermarket ones, not sure which brand though. Do I need to get a new amp to power the new speakers, or do you think the new Kenwood h/u will be able to power most new speakers?

I've been putting this off for a while, and am trying to get it done right.

There's a wealth of info in these forums, and I thank you guys for it!

[snowboarder7710]

What is the benefit of 1 DIN over 2 DIN?

just size and possibly the display difference. on a 2 din the buttons are a little more spaced out and the display is usually a little larger. if you get the 1 din, they will use a dash kit to fill the opening, which will usually place a storage pocket to fill the extra space. i like the 2din because i don't like the looks of a pocket.


What issues do you think I will have with the amp and sub?

well, first off, the installer should test everything to make sure it is all in working condition. although it may have worked in the past, if it was sitting in your garage, moisture could have affected the amp and the subs as well. if these are being installed the same time the deck is, then itll be no issue as far as install goes.


I may have to get 2 separate smaller boxes for the subs. Or is there another solution to this?

the install shop should have many different boxes that you could get that will fit in your stang. just ask them. plus if they do box building, they could build you a box as well, but they get pricey. i would stick with a single box so that you dont have 2 rolling around in the trunk.


Also, as I understand it, the two amps in the back are for the 2 door speakers and the 2 rear speakers. is this correct?

yes. both amps run the lower door speakers. the tweeters are run off the radio. the amp could be shot, but there is a chance the radio is. the installer could connect the new radio to the factory amps and see how it sounds. best bet is to replace everything. but if youre on a budget, i would try to keep the factory amps intact if possible. but if it was me, i would replace all the speakers and pull the amps and run those off the radio or even a 4 channel amp.


I'm also replacing the door speakers with aftermarket ones, not sure which brand though. Do I need to get a new amp to power the new speakers, or do you think the new Kenwood h/u will be able to power most new speakers?

the factory speakers are paper cones. theyre junk. so good idea on replacing them. this makes it easier if the installers need to bypass the factory amps because the ohm load for each speaker will be good for the deck, but if you keep the tweeters attached, the radio will see a 2 ohm load and that isnt good for most radios. i recommend a 4ch amp to power these speakers.

hope that helps you some!!

[Carbthunder]

for speakers go to infinity. My friend antonio swears by them, and he was an installer at best buy. Alpines sound better than infinity if they are amped though, but unless you want to run a splitter to two seperate amps I would run with infinities

[bigredgt]

Thanks for your help. I'll let you know how the install goes.

[Big Daddy's Stang>]

Originally Posted by bigredgt

Thanks for your help. I'll let you know how the install goes.

no for speakers your need 2 pairs 6x8 and i really suggest the pioneers 260 watts 4 ways. just ask them you want these ones they sound really clear and loud proved. they are blue with gray.