Amp Install in 97 Ford Explorer

[VascoDaGama]

Folks,

I'm having serious issues trying to find a way to breach the firewall on my 97 Ford explorer. Is there a way to get through the firewall without drilling a new hole? Also, is it necessary to run the power cable and speaker wires/RCA cable on different sides to eliminate that lovely "whining" sound when operational?

Any help you could provide with running 4 gauge power cable through the firewall would be greatly appreciated.

 

[south59]

theres a rubber grommet over the break pedal on the firewall, thats where ive always run my +

its a good idea to run your power on the left and the RCA's from the head unit on the right.

 

[VascoDaGama]

Thanks for the information. I've seen that rubber grommet (I'm assuming you're speaking of the one which is removeable and exposes a metal screw). I'll find a way to remove that screw and run my cable.

I have another question: What's the best method for converting my 6x8 enclosures to accommodate 6 1/2 enclosures? I have a few MBQuarts that are 6 1/2 in circulars which I'd like to throw in.

 

[conig]

you can build a small plate out of wood. 6x8 and mount the 6 1/2 into it. Ive done this with 5 1/4's. depends on how large the mounting diameter of the 6.5 your using will be.