Biggest stereo bang for the buck mod
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From: East Tn
Re: Biggest stereo bang for the buck mod
i'll take a kit .. see u at the dragon
Originally Posted by maxcichon
For the Spring Dragon run, 2009:
For those of you that missed it last year, I'm bringing a bunch of 270 uFarad capacitor kits for the door speaker upgrade.
When I researched the different values of caps available I just used values I had on-hand in my electronics shop. It turns out that the 270 uF value is a special order 1600 piece minimum order unit.
It so happens that I have 30 pairs (30 kits) to offer. $5 each.
Let me know if you're interested.
For those of you that missed it last year, I'm bringing a bunch of 270 uFarad capacitor kits for the door speaker upgrade.
When I researched the different values of caps available I just used values I had on-hand in my electronics shop. It turns out that the 270 uF value is a special order 1600 piece minimum order unit.
It so happens that I have 30 pairs (30 kits) to offer. $5 each.
Let me know if you're interested.
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From: Lantana, Republic of Texas
Re: Biggest stereo bang for the buck mod
WOW! I installed the capacitors yesterday and love the difference. My son listened to it and he turned to look in the rear trunk area thinking I had installed some subs!
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From: santa barbara, ca
Re: Biggest stereo bang for the buck mod
A quick and eay fix! Thank you very much for the info about the lack of crossover! I just thought they were blown as I bought mine used.
For anyone thinking about this who doesn't have a garage or a soldering iron yet...
Battery powered iron and it works like a charm for little projects like this.
Now I just have to read up on our line level amps... what were they thinking?
For anyone thinking about this who doesn't have a garage or a soldering iron yet...
Battery powered iron and it works like a charm for little projects like this.
Now I just have to read up on our line level amps... what were they thinking?
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Re: Biggest stereo bang for the buck mod
Max, thanks again for working on my HID lighting at the Dragon. I got the stereo mod done yesterday and the difference is amazing. I should have gotten another kit from you as I also have a roadster. I need to get the info for the parking light replacement bulbs. Thanks for all your help.
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Re: Biggest stereo bang for the buck mod
There is only one word to describe the incredible difference... WOW!
And all I did besides the capacitators is installing a new head unit from Pioneer (DEH-P3100UB). Needed a unit I can control my i-pod with and not being to expensive ($130,- at Wal-mart). If it wouldn't be for the sweet roar of our cars, music would be blasting at all times.
THANK YOU!
And all I did besides the capacitators is installing a new head unit from Pioneer (DEH-P3100UB). Needed a unit I can control my i-pod with and not being to expensive ($130,- at Wal-mart). If it wouldn't be for the sweet roar of our cars, music would be blasting at all times.
THANK YOU!
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From: Sierra Vista, Arizona
Re: Biggest stereo bang for the buck mod
Ok I finally jumped on this mod.
Must say there are definitely a lot more highs than there were before. Don't have to turn it up as loud. Did the roadster, the coupe is next.
Have 6 (3 pair) extra 220 caps (100v).
Send $2 with a self-addressed envelope and I'll shoot two to ya.
Must say there are definitely a lot more highs than there were before. Don't have to turn it up as loud. Did the roadster, the coupe is next.
Have 6 (3 pair) extra 220 caps (100v).
Send $2 with a self-addressed envelope and I'll shoot two to ya.
Last edited by tighed1; Jul 1, 2009 at 10:08 AM.
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From: Bordentown, New Jersey
Re: Biggest stereo bang for the buck mod
Originally Posted by maxcichon
OK, post #21. That's the one with pictures.
addendums:
#25, #28 and others.
I installed about 20 of these for other folks on the Forum, but I used 270uF 65V caps. It, in my opinion gives the best balance of base and clarity from the doors. I found that with a lower value they started to sound "tinny".
Others seem to like them.
addendums:
#25, #28 and others.
I installed about 20 of these for other folks on the Forum, but I used 270uF 65V caps. It, in my opinion gives the best balance of base and clarity from the doors. I found that with a lower value they started to sound "tinny".
Others seem to like them.
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From: Nashville, TN
Re: Biggest stereo bang for the buck mod
I am planning on changing my head unit. Would this still be a valid mod? The unit I am planning to use is the Dual XDVDN8190 .
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From: MOFN, AL, 70 miles from George
Re: Biggest stereo bang for the buck mod
Originally Posted by Caught in a Xfire
how can i get a pair of 270's from you, if you have any ? thx
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Re: Biggest stereo bang for the buck mod
Originally Posted by Crossfire451
I am planning on changing my head unit. Would this still be a valid mod? The unit I am planning to use is the Dual XDVDN8190 .
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Re: Biggest stereo bang for the buck mod
well, Max, you the man...but, you sure you want to do all that work???? you can work on mine if you like, I'll gladly pay you, but what is tht drink again....??? I'm coming down a day early this time...you need to relax some next trip, and I will make sure you get a drink and a hamburger for sure...
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Re: Biggest stereo bang for the buck mod
Originally Posted by maxcichon
For the Spring Dragon run, 2009:
For those of you that missed it last year, I'm bringing a bunch of 270 uFarad capacitor kits for the door speaker upgrade.
When I researched the different values of caps available I just used values I had on-hand in my electronics shop. It turns out that the 270 uF value is a special order 1600 piece minimum order unit.
It so happens that I have 30 pairs (30 kits) to offer. $5 each.
Let me know if you're interested.
For those of you that missed it last year, I'm bringing a bunch of 270 uFarad capacitor kits for the door speaker upgrade.
When I researched the different values of caps available I just used values I had on-hand in my electronics shop. It turns out that the 270 uF value is a special order 1600 piece minimum order unit.
It so happens that I have 30 pairs (30 kits) to offer. $5 each.
Let me know if you're interested.
Would love a pair if you still have any
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From: MOFN, AL, 70 miles from George
Re: Biggest stereo bang for the buck mod
Originally Posted by oledoc2u
well, Max, you the man...but, you sure you want to do all that work???? you can work on mine if you like, I'll gladly pay you, but what is tht drink again....??? I'm coming down a day early this time...you need to relax some next trip, and I will make sure you get a drink and a hamburger for sure...
See ya' there!
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From: Bordentown, New Jersey
Re: Biggest stereo bang for the buck mod
Originally Posted by Caught in a Xfire
how can i get a pair of 270's from you, if you have any ? thx
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From: Bordentown, New Jersey
Re: Biggest stereo bang for the buck mod
Originally Posted by maxcichon
For the Spring Dragon run, 2009:
For those of you that missed it last year, I'm bringing a bunch of 270 uFarad capacitor kits for the door speaker upgrade.
When I researched the different values of caps available I just used values I had on-hand in my electronics shop. It turns out that the 270 uF value is a special order 1600 piece minimum order unit.
It so happens that I have 30 pairs (30 kits) to offer. $5 each.
Let me know if you're interested.
For those of you that missed it last year, I'm bringing a bunch of 270 uFarad capacitor kits for the door speaker upgrade.
When I researched the different values of caps available I just used values I had on-hand in my electronics shop. It turns out that the 270 uF value is a special order 1600 piece minimum order unit.
It so happens that I have 30 pairs (30 kits) to offer. $5 each.
Let me know if you're interested.
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From: MOFN, AL, 70 miles from George
Re: Biggest stereo bang for the buck mod
Ok, guys, line forms to the left. I found my box of 270 uF, 100Volt caps.
$6 a pair mailed. You will have to come up with connectors. PM me and I'll send them forthwith. and post haste. I'll even throw in some spaghetti sized heatshrink tubing!
Anyone else reading this, I have ~33 pair to go to good homes. I'm not making any money on this, so no complaints! OK?
Paypal works for me.
$6 a pair mailed. You will have to come up with connectors. PM me and I'll send them forthwith. and post haste. I'll even throw in some spaghetti sized heatshrink tubing!
Anyone else reading this, I have ~33 pair to go to good homes. I'm not making any money on this, so no complaints! OK?
Paypal works for me.
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From: Sierra Vista, Arizona
Re: Biggest stereo bang for the buck mod
Originally Posted by tighed1
Ok I finally jumped on this mod.
Must say there are definitely a lot more highs than there were before. Don't have to turn it up as loud. Did the roadster, the coupe is next.
Have 6 (3 pair) extra 220 caps (100v).
Send $2 with a self-addressed envelope and I'll shoot two to ya.
Must say there are definitely a lot more highs than there were before. Don't have to turn it up as loud. Did the roadster, the coupe is next.
Have 6 (3 pair) extra 220 caps (100v).
Send $2 with a self-addressed envelope and I'll shoot two to ya.
Now do the mod!