Car Stereo Shop [Archive] - Brew City Muscle

Fast SVT

12-30-2009, 07:09 PM

Anyone know of a good, trusted, installer? I have the parts already just need an honest installer that does good work.

This is what I have to put in:

12W6V2 - JL Audio 12" DVC Subwoofer
X200.2 - Phoenix Gold Xenon 400 Watt 2 Ch. Amplifier
X600.1 - Phoenix Gold Xenon 600 Watt Mono Amplifier
ES-620 CDT Audio Eurosport 6.5" 2-way Component Speakers
CD5030 Eclipse Head Unit (I wanted the CD7200 MKII but no one anywhere has them as they are 8v preout)

Want to get the doors sound deadened as well as the trunk this time around (this is my third system).

Waver

12-30-2009, 07:17 PM

Project 2 or do it your self, it isnt that hard, and you can get the install kits for all as well as the wiring kits from crutchfield

95mustang302

12-30-2009, 07:21 PM

+1 for doing it yourself

Fast SVT

12-30-2009, 07:36 PM

I'm planning on having it sound deadened and some quick disconnect connectors put in for the amp rack and possibly a fiberglass box for the sub so I think I'll look for a good shop. I shot Philly-O a pm.

I have a $1350 ACOG (telescopic rifle sight) I'd trade for the install and fabrication.

lol

;)

PureSound15

12-30-2009, 08:21 PM

Project Two - Philly-o is the shit.

Fast SVT

01-15-2010, 06:52 PM

Project Two is getting the car on Wednesday.

$1800 install including all wiring, sub box, amp rack, dynamat doors etc...

Everyone over there seems really nice. They did however say that $1800 was a budget install....I have to disagree on that though as $1800 is not cheap when all the speakers/amps/subs/head unit are provided. All in all though it was a good experience talking to them via email and in person. I would recommend pending the final results.

Looking forward to see what they do...

pOrk

01-15-2010, 06:55 PM

1800 bucks? LOL

Sorry dude, but that is ridiculous for a few hours work. I assume your getting a custom FIT sub box wrapped or painted for that price? Better be dropping the headliner and pulling the carpets too.

HP ADDICT

01-15-2010, 09:16 PM

Yeah $1800 seams insane to install unless there is a ton of fab work.. I was going to call them to setup my car but that is was out of my league.

0TransAm0

01-15-2010, 09:51 PM

$1800 and "budget" install do NOT belong in the same sentance, i wonder what it would be for a "normal" install... bend over and take it in th rear with no lube...your crazy.

Lash

01-15-2010, 10:30 PM

That must be one hell of a sub box and amp rack.

PureSound15

01-15-2010, 11:25 PM

I'm not sure how many of you saw Project Two's display vehicles at World Of Wheels - but they don't cut any corners. I have no doubt you'll get your $1800 worth.

HP ADDICT

01-16-2010, 01:11 AM

Hopefully you will drive it a ton! Looks like almost $4000 in audio all said and done.

Waver

01-16-2010, 09:58 AM

That 1800 is what they told me a fiberglass install in my car would be when I had them to the custom box/sub/amp install that I won at the BCM car show last year. When I got there I dropped the car off at 8 and picked it up at about 5. Everything was neat and clean in the install, no wires showing, box bolted down, and everything was a tight fit. They tuned the headunit for the new subs, as well as installed a toggle switch for the dvd player (so it can be playing dvd's while the vehicle is in motion). I was very impressed with the install and how tight the fitment of the box was in the trunk. A1 service by far.

Reverend Cooper

01-16-2010, 10:05 AM

I think 1800 is cheap if it is a perfect install which all of theirs are. If Ryan would not have done mine in the Mustang it would have gone to project two also. You will love the work they do.

Fast SVT

01-16-2010, 10:29 AM

Yes, going to be about $4k...lets not talk about that....my wife still isn't happy with me, and I do drive my cars a ton when I am not in the desert!

Driving it from WI to AZ.

Korndogg

01-16-2010, 10:30 AM

Yes, going to be about $4k...lets not talk about that....my wife still isn't happy with me, and I do drive my cars a ton when I am not in the desert!

just remind your wife that she's replaceable.

Windsors 03 Cobra

01-16-2010, 12:15 PM

Weird mods for the car but to each their own. Trunk is tiny, another backseat elimination I assume ?
$1800 seems right for level of work.

Nix

01-16-2010, 12:23 PM

Im sorry but you can't put a cost on quality. I've seen hack jobs before and I've also see Projects work at shows. I think you made a wise decision, and what it really boils down to is if you have the money to make it happen, I beg the question, why not? If you want it professionaly done CORRECT you will have to pay.

Good choice, you will be pleased with the end result. Play and enjoy. :)

Fast SVT

01-16-2010, 12:36 PM

I like my tunes and the wife doesn't like it when I blast the radio in her car.

And when I mean blast I really mean to say that I like my tunes loud and crisp/clear as if I am in a concert...not all the time but often enough to upgrade the radio.

The GTO had a stereo as well and it was all quickly removed for the track...I don't use back seats so yes the rear seats are coming out.

PureSound15

01-16-2010, 12:55 PM

I'm anxious to see how this turns out!

Deggy

01-16-2010, 12:59 PM

I'm anxious to see how this turns out!

I'm anxious to see how it sounds. :thumbsup

Lash

01-16-2010, 01:19 PM

I'm anxious to see how this turns out!

Me too. Post pics!!!

jbiscuit

01-16-2010, 01:31 PM

sounds cool. I agree you need to pay for top notch work. Because you will be disappointed with a $700 install. People pay Project Two all the time for their services and they deliver. I have always been impressed with their work.

Yooformula

01-16-2010, 02:56 PM

If I could afford it, I would have all of my work done there. There is no substitute for the quality they do there. You should have seen the work they did on Dennis aka the beast's car. TOP NOTCH! Having dynamatted my car already, I can tell you $1800 is CHEAP for a full gut and install not to mention fiberglass enclosures.

pOrk

01-16-2010, 07:45 PM

Lash

01-16-2010, 08:15 PM

Enclosures are wood, not glass.

I think they ARE glassing his enclosure though.

Fast SVT

01-16-2010, 08:17 PM

Just wood but the piece of mind should be worth it.

Yooformula

01-16-2010, 09:12 PM

They aren't gutting, just doing doors and trunk. Enclosures are wood, not glass. Thats too much moneys

oooh.:confused at least it will be setup and tuned properly though and judging by some of the other jobs they have done, it would still be worth it.

Besides, I would rather pay someone next time rather than go through this again and still not get the sound tuned right.http://www.brewcitymuscle.com/albums/Yooformula/IMG_2300.sized.jpg

Philly-O

01-19-2010, 12:33 AM

car is scheduled for later this week and will be done for the weekend. hopefully pics will be posted and rob will be completely satisfied with what we do for him.

Waver

01-19-2010, 09:00 AM

oooh.:confused at least it will be setup and tuned properly though and judging by some of the other jobs they have done, it would still be worth it.

Besides, I would rather pay someone next time rather than go through this again and still not get the sound tuned right.http://www.brewcitymuscle.com/albums/Yooformula/IMG_2300.sized.jpg

I know for a fact that they removed the back seat, front seats, center council, ect do to the install on my car. Who knows what else they unbolted when they did it, however you never will be able to tell anything was removed and installed. It all looks factory, which is the look I was going for

Fast SVT

01-21-2010, 08:21 PM

Well Project Two has the Cobra.

JBs92Lude

01-21-2010, 09:07 PM

Scott, Andy at Project 2's dad, lives behind my parents and we are friends with the family. They have shown me plenty of their work over the years. They do a good job! Can't wait to see how it all turns out.

pOrk

01-21-2010, 11:40 PM

Looking forward to seeing it done, hopefully you get your moneys worth. I'm interested to see the "amp rack"

Fast SVT

01-22-2010, 07:28 AM

I asked for clean install. I am not looking to show off the amps. They are going to be hidden. The rear seat delete is going to have COBRA embossed on it. HID lights installed, clear bra and window tint removed.

pOrk

01-22-2010, 07:35 AM

That's what I was assuming. Window tint removal sucks, they are doing that for you? I had to do it on my impala, not fun.

Slow Joe

01-22-2010, 09:03 AM

Good luck! Hope it turns out as you expect it to.

Fast SVT

01-22-2010, 12:35 PM

Yeah, the guy I bought it from had limo tint on it.

Couldn't see shit at night.

Philly-O

01-23-2010, 12:10 AM

progress is going well and looking good so far.

Fast SVT

01-23-2010, 12:15 PM

What do you all think of these wheels? I am leaning heavily towards getting these. I've been looking at other CCW's and True Forged wheels but I keep coming back to the classics.

Think it gives the Cobra a nice drag/muscle car look. The 505A's give it too much of a bling look and the SP500's seem fine but for some reason I don't think they will work as well on red.

http://i433.photobucket.com/albums/qq52/FastFLHX/Cobra/Wheels/013-1.jpg

http://i433.photobucket.com/albums/qq52/FastFLHX/Cobra/Wheels/025-1.jpg

http://i433.photobucket.com/albums/qq52/FastFLHX/Cobra/Wheels/Cobrapics012.jpg

Waver

01-23-2010, 12:56 PM

Yeah, those ccw wheels are awesome. Great quality too. you have the 10th aniv rims on there now?

UnderPSI

01-23-2010, 01:25 PM

You have a great looking car, but I do agree you need some wider wheels in the back. Those stock ones are really tucked in there.

PureSound15

01-23-2010, 02:17 PM

I love the CCW classics -

I'd go with an 18x10.5 in the rear with a 315 for sure. Just make sure you get these to make sure you don't have any rubbing.

http://www.americanmuscle.com/maximum-motorsports-subframe-bolts.html

Fast SVT

01-26-2010, 06:03 PM

Pickup is tomorrow. I'll post pics.

Fast SVT

01-27-2010, 07:21 PM

Crappy iPhone pic.

Installed turned out very well. Box for the sub in the trunk looks like it was all fiber glass and fits perfectly.

http://i433.photobucket.com/albums/qq52/FastFLHX/Cobra/IMG_0567.jpg

Windsors 03 Cobra

01-27-2010, 07:28 PM

Cool. and I see how to get some decent room int the back of a Mustang, rip the seat out. I'll let my smashed leg 3 year old know about the possible solution.

PureSound15

01-27-2010, 07:34 PM

Looks good thus far!

Fast SVT

01-28-2010, 07:05 PM

Just getting some rattle from one of the side panels where the rear seats used to be in it.

http://i433.photobucket.com/albums/qq52/FastFLHX/Cobra/IMG_2672.jpg

http://i433.photobucket.com/albums/qq52/FastFLHX/Cobra/IMG_2671.jpg

Josepy

01-28-2010, 07:17 PM

Looks really good. Why are the rear seats out?

Fast SVT

01-28-2010, 07:31 PM

No need for them, weight savings, more useable space, and the amps are under that rug.

Only thing that needs to go on the car now is the exhaust...it drones horribly to the point of ruining the sound system.

Waver

01-28-2010, 07:36 PM

a very nice setup.....kinda wishing I had mine done like that

Josepy

01-28-2010, 07:38 PM

PureSound15

01-28-2010, 07:50 PM

Looks good man. I love a "clean" look.

0TransAm0

01-28-2010, 09:01 PM

looks good...idk if i could fork over almost 2k for that but to each there own...

Lash

01-28-2010, 09:04 PM

Shoulda had them dynamat the rest of the car while they were at it if the exhaust was a problem...lol.

0TransAm0

01-28-2010, 09:14 PM

Shoulda had them dynamat the rest of the car while they were at it if the exhaust was a problem...lol.

probably would have cost another 2k for that :rolf:rolf:rolf :goof

Fast SVT

01-28-2010, 09:19 PM

they did dynamat the area where the seats were and the doors. The exhaust is a bassani headers O/R X and catback sounds like shit

PureSound15

01-28-2010, 09:27 PM

they did dynamat the area where the seats were and the doors. The exhaust is a bassani headers O/R X and catback sounds like shit

:drool::drool::drool: Umm you going to sell that? I like the bassani sound.

UnderPSI

01-29-2010, 07:24 AM

Turned out nice. Now you should have them do the seat centers in the same red suede as the cobra insert in the back panel.

Waver

01-29-2010, 09:07 AM

:drool::drool::drool: Umm you going to sell that? I like the bassani sound.

Same here, and I would be all over it if it would also fit the 2v

Fast SVT

01-29-2010, 11:21 AM

YES! I am selling the Bassani O/R X and Catback as soon as I pick up a stock exhaust.

pOrk

01-29-2010, 01:35 PM

Lets see how they mounted the amps. It looks nice, but I don't see an 1800 dollar install.

Philly-O

01-29-2010, 11:51 PM

Lets see how they mounted the amps. It looks nice, but I don't see an 1800 dollar install.

what would you consider an $1800 install? the install included installing hids in the headlights and fog lights, removal of the window tint, and all install products (power wire, fuse holder, distro block, hushmat, kit, harness, speaker wire and building supplies).

your clear bra finally showed up today and i would be happy to look at the rattle that you are talking about in your side panel when you bring it in. if you find an exhaust, we should have the lambo off the lift later next week if you need us to swap it for you.

PureSound15

01-30-2010, 12:04 AM

if you find an exhaust, we should have the lambo off the lift later next week if you need us to swap it for you.

Him and John and I are doing a 3 way swap kind of deal because it works out for all of us. If we could use your lift that would be great - I'm just bringing parts, I'm not sure aobut John, but otherwise it would be just one car.

Philly-O

01-30-2010, 12:17 AM

still waiting for tan's wheels to come back from being re-powdercoated then the lift should be free. we had the outers and faces done satin black and the inner barrels done in gloss red but they didn't turn out the correct color red. until that is done the lift is being held hostage by the lambo.

SSLEVO

01-30-2010, 03:02 AM

LOL, name dropping a bit are we? I'm not sure, is your lift occupied?

Philly-O

01-30-2010, 08:25 AM

LOL, name dropping a bit are we? I'm not sure, is your lift occupied?

as of the moment it is occupied, just waiting for his wheels to come back....until then i guess we are no help with the lift. i would hope that by mid week it should be clear though.

PureSound15

01-30-2010, 09:56 AM

LOL, name dropping a bit are we? I'm not sure, is your lift occupied?

No - he was telling me because we're friends and I knew what he was talking about.

-stew-

01-30-2010, 10:38 AM

Him and John and I are doing a 3 way swap .

You wanna know how I know you're gay...

Fast SVT

01-30-2010, 11:12 AM

Don't knock it till you try it (ref; the three way).
;)

I'm taking the Cobra back to Project 2 on Monday for clear bra (front bumper/hood) and will get the rattle looked at. I'm guessing some sound deadening will fix that problem, plus Phil said he would steam my seats to get rid of all the slop and tighten things up (like a face lift).

Phil is a good guy, as is the older guy in the shop that looks like his Dad.

Philly-O

01-30-2010, 11:34 AM

that was andy's dad, good guy but a cranky old man lol. i am glad you liked the install.

WilliamZ

01-30-2010, 11:45 AM

pOrk

01-30-2010, 12:48 PM

what would you consider an $1800 install? the install included installing hids in the headlights and fog lights, removal of the window tint, and all install products (power wire, fuse holder, distro block, hushmat, kit, harness, speaker wire and building supplies).

your clear bra finally showed up today and i would be happy to look at the rattle that you are talking about in your side panel when you bring it in. if you find an exhaust, we should have the lambo off the lift later next week if you need us to swap it for you.

What is hushmat? Dynomat? I dunno, seems to me it was about 20-22 hours of labor. Unless shop rate is 100 an hour? I dunno, it looks good and the sub box itself fits great. The back seat delete is just that, different strokes for different folks.

I keep forgetting about all the other tedious stuff you guys did too like window tint and dynomat.

Yooformula

01-30-2010, 12:59 PM

looks really good! it isnt going to be cheap anywhere you go especially for good work. if you dont want to spend the money, do it yourself otherwise you get what you pay for both in quality and service after the job. I think the price is fair and they did a good job.

-stew-

01-30-2010, 01:25 PM

Don't knock it till you try it (ref; the three way).
;)

I will, but not with dude only three way; that's gay!

Philly-O

01-30-2010, 09:00 PM

What is hushmat? Dynomat? I dunno, seems to me it was about 20-22 hours of labor. Unless shop rate is 100 an hour? I dunno, it looks good and the sub box itself fits great. The back seat delete is just that, different strokes for different folks.

I keep forgetting about all the other tedious stuff you guys did too like window tint and dynomat.

the plan was that, about 24 hours of labor...it ended up taking longer than that but when you quote something that is the price in my opinion. the $1800 quoted wasn't all labor, rob had the equipment and still needed the parts to install. hushmat is a similar product to dynamat that we are trying right now. it is a bit more plyable than dynamat and easier to work with also. not sure the price difference but so far what we have used it in seems to work as well.

at the end of the day, it was what he wanted and what was delivered. i am glad that he is happy with the end result.

Fast SVT

01-30-2010, 10:10 PM

Clean and function install. Looks great with the HID's and sounds great.

Only issue is the rattle from the rear side panels which Phil is going to look at on Monday when he does the clear bra.

pOrk

01-31-2010, 12:10 AM

the plan was that, about 24 hours of labor...it ended up taking longer than that but when you quote something that is the price in my opinion. the $1800 quoted wasn't all labor, rob had the equipment and still needed the parts to install. hushmat is a similar product to dynamat that we are trying right now. it is a bit more plyable than dynamat and easier to work with also. not sure the price difference but so far what we have used it in seems to work as well.

at the end of the day, it was what he wanted and what was delivered. i am glad that he is happy with the end result.

Do you have a photo of this stuff? Its a quality install there is no doubt about it.:thumbsup

Philly-O

01-31-2010, 10:32 AM

it is like dynamat extreme without the metal backing, instead it has a plastic backing which mackes it softer and easier to work with. in most applications it seems to work as well, the only thing i see it lacking is thermal value. i can take a pic of it monday or if you would like to stop by i can cut you a peice so you can feel a side by side difference with dynamat extreme.

Moparjim

02-04-2010, 12:00 PM

pOrk

02-04-2010, 06:37 PM

Did they get that rattle fixed yet? How about that other issue?

Fast SVT

02-04-2010, 09:25 PM

Okay, they attempted to fix the rattle but it didn't go away. And for the sake of not sounding like an ass all I will say is that it didn't go away because they 'fixed' it without testing the fix by turning the stereo on.

The other issue is not yet resolved and probably never will be.

pm me from here on out.

Don't really need the drama

SSLEVO

02-04-2010, 11:03 PM

Sorry to hear, if they want to keep their good reputation i would think they would look at it again. I have a 09 civic with a pretty nice factory system. It has a 8" sub in the rear deck, the fucking thing is rattling with only 10k on the car, You would think it would stay tight for a little longer than that!

Slow Joe

02-04-2010, 11:06 PM

The other issue is not yet resolved and probably never will be.

That's their forte my friend... Sometimes you just need to get professionals to fix it...

That's all I'm going to say as well... I'll accept PMs on the subject as long as you don't work for P2.

PureSound15

02-04-2010, 11:32 PM

.

The other issue is not yet resolved and probably never will be.

So, they said they wouldn't fix it? Or it probably wont be because the car isn't in Wisconsin anymore?

Fast SVT

02-04-2010, 11:37 PM

I really have no need to go into this further. Might be best to lock this thread up or delete. The car is no longer in Wisconsin and Andy has not gotten back to me like Phil said.

Phil has been great in all of this but he is just an employee.

I fucked up by not taking the car right back and demanding a fix/refund...I have to live with that.

Yooformula

02-05-2010, 12:18 AM

going to lock it up for you but regardless of him taking it home without fully looking it over, it should never have been given to the customer if the job wasnt done right and you have every right to be pissed. its not like its a month later, it was the same night you called. hopefully they take care of this regardless of how long you are away since they know the car left their hands not right.