Upgrading audio

[unabonked]

I have the premium audio system with the 6 disk CD changer. At higher volume the base falls flat, because i don't have a base. I would like to upgrade, but HAVE to keep the OEM look. That means no new head units unless they look like they are from the ford factory.

Should i upgrade my speakers? Should i try and get the JBL system ford offered? Is there a way of adding DVD audio to the current factory system?

 

[aldive]

First thing I would do is replace the front speakers with some good aftermrket 6 x 8s.

Question: why are you so adamant about retaing the factory HU?

Thanks and good luck.....

 

[unabonked]

it just looks right. I my whole philosphy for this truck is to kick it out as much as possible, yet still look like thats how ford made it. I'm a little **** i know besides the radio intagrates into the dash like no other head unit can. besides i like those big buttons that i don;t have to look at while driving.

what 6x8s are good?

 

[ok89]

Visteon is the maker of the factory units (at least for 97+) their website is www.evisteon.com maybe you can find something there that you like and would look factory.

something such as this

 

[leenjen]

some good 6X8's to run off of the headunit power are the Polk DX7 and Kenwood Excelon.

if you want more bass and keep a factory look, why not get an amplified MTX Thunderform. it has a 10" subwoofer and built in amp so you dont have to find a new mounting place for the amp.