Wiring a 98 Eddie Bauer with stock sub?

[Ex95XLT]

my explorer has a stock sub and i want to install a system...head unit/sub/amp...how do i bypass the stock sub/amp? so just the sub i installed is knocking. thanks

 

[Ex95XLT]

also...i have 2 tvs/xbox and i wanna add 2 more in the visors, with that and the system...do i need a stronger alternator?

 

[terdrocket]

don't use the factory sub/amp w/ your new set up. it will sound like crap. bypass it all.

 

[Ex95XLT]

yea thats what im trying to do. i dont know how to bypass it tho, thats what i need to know

 

[Ex95XLT]

anyone know what to do?

 

[wired_af]

you can get an amp bypass kit for your explorer from most audio places like this:
http://www.soundoffaudio.com/item.cfm/id/533
or you can solder the wires together yourself, thats what I did, saved myself $15.

 

[Ex95XLT]

how u solder it urself?

 

[espnfreak]

Originally posted by Ex95XLT
how u solder it urself?

get a solder gun and some thin aluminum wire for soldering

 

[Ex95XLT]

but what do u solder together?

 

[terdrocket]

I don't understand your question. If you are installing a new head unit, amp(s) and sub(s), you will not "bypass" anything. You will simply wire the new head unit and amp for power and hook RCA cables and a turn on lead between the two. Speaker wire from the amp to the speakers.

One thing I do suggest is - If you are going to purchase a new head unit, amp and sub, go ahead and get a multichannel amp to power at least the front stage. You can then save up to upgrade the front speakers later.