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FunkMasterJay

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    Blue IS300
  • Year of Lexus
    2002
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    Essex

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  1. Right, so you have some aftermarket speakers. The quality and success will come from the install. All ou need is a pair of 18mm mdf rings in the same diameter as the speakers you have (more than likely 17cm) from eBay. Screw the rings onto the door skin, with the screws flush into the wood. Then mount the speakers onto the ring with short self tappers. Don't believe the hype about how good the OE speakers are...they are inferior. Hope this helps, Jason.
  2. Hey all. Good morning to you. I have recently decided that due to baby number 2 on the way, I want a more peaceful and relaxing driving environment. I absolutely love my Impreza, but luxury calls so it's being replaced. My question is is there much difference in consumption between the two. Also, apart from low speed, full lock knocks from the front suspension, and vibrating steering wheel etc, what in particular should I look out for? I do love my music (jazz, soul, some rock, some r n b and of course baby music) and the one I'm going for I think has Nav. Do I have to keep my oem stereo, or can I upgrade to a doule din unit with hands free and iPod connectivity? Finally, how much oil is required for a service, and what grade plugs do you use? Ay other tips as of 2013 will be helpful. I have read the forums, and am an old IS200 owner. Mileage doesn't bother me so long as I get a feel of care and attention from the seller. J
  3. Quick question...what year Corsa speaker bracket. Thanks. Jason.
  4. Is it just me or has the ECU been relocated?
  5. Hello. nbo acces to ebay from work but bi-xenons are H4 which you don't need. You need HB4 or 9006 bulb. Jason.
  6. Hi there. Sorry to bring up an old thread, but where was the ECU relocated to? I want to fit my intake on the passenger side, but it seems the ECU is in the way. Any ideas? Thanks in advance. J
  7. Ah man....just took of a perfectly good one and gave it away for free. :( sorry.
  8. Hello all. Well today I decided to start on part one of the sound system. I fitted the amp bypass loom, deleted the OEM amp and OEM head unit and removed the rather excellent Kenwood universal CD changer that the previous owner must have fitted after seeing the dreaded ERR3. Here goes it in pics. The Head unit Microphone iPod remote The sound is good and a bit bassy, but the stock speakers have to go. Part two will be to install my InPhase 4 channel amp under the passenger seat, and run the new OFC cables through the doors to the new components. I will then run another pair of speaker wires to the rear to power a new pair of 6 x 9's mounted on 12mm MDF spacers. With budget and everything in mind, I'm thinking JBL but only time will tell after a chat with Colin at Car Audio Direct. Tomorrow, I'm taking her to the workshop for an oil and filter change. I did not buy an air filter as I plan to make my own towards the passenger side headlight and I will get some new plugs. Thanks for looking / reading. Jason.
  9. Hi Charl. I see you are in Kent. I'm based at Lakeside. Well, thing is I want matt black wheels so I have decided to paint the calipers shiny silver with black decals. That way one has to really look to notice and it will not stand out too much...almost OEM. I will keep you posted on the 6 x 9s buddy. I have seen some 12mm MDF spacers on eBay for both front and rear. I think you will get rid of the distortion by amping up your speakers for a less stressed system and cleaner sound. I just discovered an annoying rattle from the engine compartment at low speeds. sounds tinny. Will investigate and report. J
  10. Cheers mate. Usually I only have front speakers and they always run off an amp. After much reading today, I thought I will use my 4 ch amp for fronts, and with a spacer fit a new set of 6 x 9's. I swore to myself 5 years ago I would never use 6 x 9's but I guess this is a straight swap bar a spacer, so not 'chav'. Hopefully, the amped 6 x 9's would give me enough mid bass to not yearn for a sub. Time will tell. Thanks. J
  11. LOL yes indeed. I thought I would take advantage of the long weekend and ordered the stereo facia and amp bypass wiring kit from Car Audio Direct. Hopefully be delivered by thursday. Quick question, once my Pioneer HU is fitted with the bypass lead, will the rears be deleted or will they sound awful due to the difference in impedance. Hopefully next month I will order a 6.5 inch rear speaker conversion kit from US Ebay and install a pair of 6.5 coaxials, all powered by my 4ch amplifier. Coming along slowly but surely. Cheers. J
  12. Hey Daz, I thought so too when I got the car but it's just the bottle. :D Thanks Dave. :D
  13. Thanks Dave. I am happy soldering for installing Car Audio and ECU's but nothing as tiny as that. LOL. will give it a miss and maybe buy a spare set off ebay and have it properly done. Is there a link for the bulbs for the speedo then. J
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