Installing Car Audio? 10 CHEAP things to have FOR EVERY BUILD!

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Before your start a car audio install make sure you have these things!
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@CarAudioFabrication 7 лет назад

If you enjoyed this video here is another I recently did for 5 low cost installation TOOLS. You can check out that video here on RU-vid: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-s_r82uznoOI.html

@riveralley 5 лет назад

When people don't put wire ferrule in for the amps and speakers it kinda makes me annoyed. Even though it's something tiny it just seems like something that should be done. It looks cleaner and it probably makes it safer. Your videos do teach me stuff for car audio even though I forget something's. Also, with sound treatment installed will it be possible to hear the speakers from the outside of the vehicle?

@riveralley 5 лет назад

@CarAudioFabircation you should make a kit of everything besides wires. But your choice

@devanehebert3765 6 лет назад

Hey Mark, I've been out of car audio since the eighties, I'm preparing to install a complete NVX system in my 1992 Dodge Caravan, I've watched several of your how to video's regarding several installation tip's do and don'ts you've definitely made it tons easier for me to select and narrow down my choices for audio components, I will keep watching and learning from the car audio guru, Thank's very much!

@RaymondUrias 7 лет назад

You are the Jesus of car Audio! How do you not have over a million subscribers?!

@marcintolas572 7 лет назад

Raymond Urias heading straight there

@chrispohl7185 5 лет назад

he's like every other installer that's up to date with the industry

@monkeybusiness636 4 года назад

his tongue is too big

@408civettethreat Год назад

I’m with you imo this is the best channel for research on car audio, he is very detailed and very thorough with all of his tutorials. Happy holidays to all

@MrRushifyIt 7 лет назад

I started watching your videos last year and would just like to say thank you for all the knowledge you've given. I stopped doing car audio and moved to hi-fi, and also switched my major to mechanical engineering with an acoustics specialization. I've found my passion and you have had a big influence on that! THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!

@CarAudioFabrication 7 лет назад

+Greg Zanchelli that's awesome! From on M.E. to another, good luck!

@endall39 7 лет назад

Good list. I would also suggest: zip ties, sound deadening material, various fasteners, 2 part epoxy, CA glue, and wood glue. I also think it's a good idea to have spray paint around that matches the final color of whatever the carpet, vinyl or whatever is going to be the final finish. I like to paint all the wood parts before they get finished, so that any slight reveal won't be noticeable. For example, if it's a basic trunk liner wrap going on, I paint everything underneath black or dark gray.

@CarAudioFabrication 7 лет назад

+endall39 good additions to the list

@bigvell02 7 лет назад

Car Audio Boy Scout :-). Nice comment...

@Johnny-vg3vp 7 лет назад

endall39 is

@LCRLive687 Год назад

Too much for us on appearance. Not enough focus on sound.

@erkothetechno9185 7 лет назад

I'm just about to start a build in my son's 2004 Mazda RX8 and he was asking about getting a list of install materials before the build. This video answers most of exactly what he was asking for. Thanks Mark!!!!!

@keydaniels 4 года назад

Your videos are the best! You stick to the particulars that matter most and you speak in terms amateurs like myself understand.

@tylermiller8768 4 года назад

Endless amounts of GOOD info you sir are a rare and awesome resource for people like me who keep finding there is always something more to learn and apply to our car audio hobby/passion. Thanks for all you share with us its super helpful to have a trustworthy source of knowledge to access its truly appreciated every time.

@3RDERA 7 лет назад

My favorite item I use installing head units are my plastic panel popper/ pry tools. Nothing worse than damaging someone's dash!!! Keep it up bro nice tips today

@CarAudioFabrication 7 лет назад

+The3rd ERA definitely a must, I was focused more on the consumable type items for this video but definitely a good tool to have on hand

@casemods 2 года назад

I love the Mac tools 20 piece set for $100.

@TheJgryder1 Год назад

I subscribed last week sometime, I can't get enough info! You really rock out videos. Tons of very useful tips and tricks. Because of you and your videos I'm all audio control in my 2021 chevy install. Thanks for ALL the info! Keep up the good work!

@MrTimdtoolman1 6 лет назад

Great video Mark. Your shop cabinets are awesome for organizing all your tools and equipment.

@JaMarvelousjmar 7 лет назад

The installer is the main tool. You are gonna need the time set aside and the patience. Some of the best builds were done in numerous steps. Most rush jobs end up being redone over and over. Love the videos.

@wfr3454 7 лет назад

I Love this kind of videos, i find these tips very useful!! Keep up the good work!!

@markphilpot4981 5 лет назад

Really good video Mark. Getting the viewers to understand the whats and whys of the needs of an install is important. It matters because prior planning prevents poor performance! Just had to drop that line in there! It helps to be OCD also!

@bigbikerboys2127 6 лет назад

Bro I’ve been seeing your videos but I haven’t subscribed till now your one of the only good and informative channels thank you very much boss

@AldenPez 7 лет назад

Love the newest intro man! Short and to the point. I like how the text appears to the beat. 👍

@HifiVega 7 лет назад

Strangely enough these are my favorite type of video's! I guess I just like to see what everyone else uses.

@rydenroam5551 3 года назад

I used the wire Ferrara, they work so great in my application.

@marcello033 3 года назад

Yeh me too

@jesus8263 5 лет назад

You are a car audio GOD!!! YOU HELP BRING LIGHT TO THE DARKNESS OF CAR AUDIO IGNORANCE AND LACK OF KNOWLEDGE. You have turned me into a subscriber and no longer fear working on my car anymore wondering how to do something. Now I just do it knowing how to do it with your knowledge and guidance. Thank you a million times over and over. You are an amazing teacher. Keep it up car audio GOD. (KNEELS AND BOWS DOWN)

@yotech6756 4 года назад

Earth to space.. you have everything to get the work done..love from India

@tjablaj 7 лет назад

Good list, also i would say that a multimeter, zip ties and the most importante - a good motivation is a must as well when dealing with car audio!

@tomasexteriors 3 года назад

Man I love your stuff found it accidentally and already tuck so much ideas 🎖🥂 top man keep it up ❤

@mrbigbri 7 лет назад

I used each and every one of these in my recent install (my first full install).

@marciojunior1837 4 года назад

Congrats on hitting 400k!!!

@ELEVOPR 2 года назад

I always make sure I have my radio for install 😜 Awesome video and great tips. Love those threaded rivets.

@rolandschoenke1840 7 лет назад

was just going to add my list but endall39 covered most, however I also keep ducttape, textured ABS Plastic sheets in 1/8" and 1/4"' for making plates and adapters, i also heat and bend it to make my own hold down brackets for boxes etc.. and of course MDF 3/4" 1/2" and 1/4"

@angelmunoz9950 7 лет назад

Awesome you're one of the best I ever seen thanks 👍👍👍

@Sloppyjalopy123 5 лет назад

Thanks for the great content, very informative. I appreciate the attention to detail.

@tracyhoward3719 2 года назад

What type connector is the yellow one around 435 of the video

@user-dz7ti7fy4h 4 года назад

It's a really good video. It's a fresh and beautiful video.I had a good healing

@danielvillalpando463 4 года назад

Love you'r vídeos good job thanks 4 the help.

@VWonder737 3 месяца назад

Thanks for the ferrules and dielectric grease.

@tjordan4436 6 лет назад

Zip ties are a must! Not only are they good for clumping pieces of wires together, it's also a good wire threader if you don't have a wire fish to fish down a piece of from or through your dash. I keep lots of Super 33 tape on me for mock up, and I always have a spool of clothing thread on me, preferably white. That way, if I have a small amount of wire, I can map out my path, say from my radio to my amp, with the thread, cut the piece off, and leave a little extra wire on the ends for stripping. That way, I have just the right amount of wire with no waste and no undersized pieces.

@jugglalee1918 Год назад

I was hoping to finish up my stereo build this weekend - then I watched this and realized how much more I have to get done!

@lansonfloyd4687 5 лет назад

A cheeeeeep way to do a speaker gasket while also lending a higher degree of customization ability and decoupling, etc. is to use peel-and-stick Ensolite. Buy it by the yard for your regular sound deadening efforts, and cut thin strips of it for speaker gaskets! Spray paint also works great for ground connections after mount, simple and clearly no grease concerns. I will be buying ferrules asap, I'm starting to see the light on those

@FTW_Wolf 5 лет назад

spare DOOR TRIM CLIPS :) Always handy.

@SwordLords1234 7 лет назад

Best thing to have on any install is a $.39 rod from home depot. I use it to puncture firewall grommets on my quick amp installs. I also bought a crap ton of the water proof grommets off amazon along with a few stinger brand ones to cover the larger 1/0 wire just incase I ever need to make my own hole through a fire wall.

@pinarellorider9023 7 лет назад

Awesome vid! Very informative

@ICU2HI 4 года назад

THE BEST EVER THANK YOU! REALLY THIS WAS AMAZING!

@THEGOLDENCAR 7 лет назад

A multimeter is pretty much essential although I don't know if it would really fit this list since all these are "cost-effective" as you said. With that, I guess a pair of crimpers and wire cutters could really be useful rather than trying to strip wires with a blade or teeth. I don't know if this is a thing but sound deadening tape seems useful.

@rickstalker6817 7 лет назад

Great video. Thanks man!

@PBWillyWonka 7 лет назад

very helpful!! thank you so much!

@moreaudio760 7 лет назад

Great video Mark as always ...far to often we overlook the small items during an install and have to run to a hardware store or similar to get a job done ..wasting valuable time ..

@TacoViolator872 6 лет назад

I hope you get this, what do you have for a 14 ram sub box? 8" would be nice. Great work man. Quality stuff.

@MrTimdtoolman1 7 лет назад

Great video!

@jermzmoney8319 6 лет назад

appreciate the vids very useful id like to make a suggestion can you please go over like whats a good place to mount an amp and what to use like self tappers through the frame or other ways to mount without going through the frame also can you go over a little bit more detail on how to tune an amp how to set the hz when using a ported enclosure and what size of techflex do you use I noticed they were in inch measurements not gauge I know we can measure it but does the techflex has some stretch or is exact fit

@Jenuin 3 года назад

Great car stereo install items. Some of those I don’t have but I also keep extra wire in different gauges , Soeaker , switches (in case you need to turn off the remote wire to the subs) [= thank you for making this video

@quirinonavarro1857 4 года назад

As all ways, very good advices, thanks.!!

@varaokaka 7 лет назад

Boa tarde. Gosto muito do seu vídeo e informações. teria como colocar legendas em português. Thank You.

@anthonyguy1347 7 лет назад

I always keep a metal coat hanger, that has been untwisted with one end sharpened to feed wires through existing grommets. I strip about an inch off the wire, if it's a bundle, I stagger them so there isn't one big blob. I wrap the hanger with Scotch 33 tape, several turns before taping down the wire. Once I've gotten it so it is a gradual increase in diameter, I spray it with WD 40 and it generally goes through smooth as silk.

@patrickjohnson9629 7 лет назад

Color coated heat shrink and permanent makers to match color coated wires cause I'm OCD! LOL! Awesome video!

@beersekefe1 4 года назад

AWESOME VIDEO!!!👍

@opiyumpharma5556 Год назад

things i have used on an install. Silicone caulk, i use this in place of the dielectric grease and to plug up any holes that sound could escape through. - also can double as a gasket where gasket tape wouldnt - a thin bead around the edges of say a panel. (to give an example of this i used silcone around the edges of a homemade MDF panel, that was then riveted over a car side panel that had a recess for cup holders - recess was perfect shape for 69's) Regular pop rivets, hold shit down really tight. Soldering iron and solder. Portable Angle Grinder w/ flap disks P2000 sandpaper. Garage carpet - looks good over speaker panels/sub box. You can usually get this for free if you go to a flooring installer and ask for thier offcuts. Wool Carpet off-cuts - Honestly the best sound deadening over any of the purpose built stuff, but it is heavy.

@alfcarjackstheclown7849 7 лет назад

I used to keep some silicone 2 bath and title seal. It never fully hardens and makes for a great air tight gasket

@ezfly5680 7 лет назад

hey CAF. love your videos. they've helped me a lot. when ever people ask me about car audio I tell them to check out your channel. I'm going to try my first vinyl wrap on my next project and I'm wondering (since its all I can find by me) which would you use, 3m 77 or 90 spray for vinyl?

@pk386 6 лет назад

@emo65170. 4 года назад

My tip to contribute to the discussion is to store your various tapes in a cool location. Keeping them in a hot garage will break down the adhesive.

@ClausenLT 4 года назад

I've been installing my own systems since I was 19 or so, so 31 years. This is one of the best videos I've seen on the subject. Very professional. Thanks. The reason I've kept doing it myself is because of all the idiot installers. I own a paint and body business, so I appreciate good info!

@tx1999 4 года назад

Where at, im looking for job, I know a little bit about body work

@cbr1thou 4 года назад

Yep you want it done right, do it yourself

@ryanwilson5936 4 года назад

Idiot installers.... the reason I’m taking on my install myself.

@youdoofus 7 лет назад

Do you have a video showing how you added those bolt style grounds? I just have a self tapping sheet metal screw for mine and im not so keen on how secure it is. Thanks in advance!!

@mrtwitch965 2 года назад

I'm not sure what "genre/category" this is but the consumables and otherwise less talked about materials used is muuuuch needed in various diy communities.

@bdanyluk 4 года назад

Rope Caulk at home depot for subwoofer gasket....helps to hold still while bolt in also...super strong and 100% air tight.

@williamcorley2477 6 лет назад

57 dislikes for what? He's nice, knows his shit, and makes videos all the time to help other people. What to dislike?

@Tom-mn1uh 6 лет назад

Thank you for the video appreciate it sir..

@vermili0138 7 лет назад

I need some of these quick disconnects and ferrules. I hate cables fraying especially on 1/0 AWG.

@henrytavarez8112 5 лет назад

Can you please let me know Where can i buy it

@andraealston8478 5 лет назад

Yes!!! I work at an audio shop they are a Godsend

@fdfc78 7 лет назад

Cold beers and snack food!!

@ernestocardenas6607 7 лет назад

very informative video.

@bsracer 7 лет назад

Hey great video just wanted to know about the heat shrink with the logo on it where can I get it from to put my logo on it. thanks

@jimlayhey1965 4 года назад

love your channel. looking at getting jl 10 in w3 i have 500 rms alpine amp. should i get 4 ohm or 2 ohm sub i will be putting it in tuned ported box i have jeep jku i listen to classic rock or modern rock music

@jasonhall9331 6 лет назад

I always keep a sheet of cardboard or 2 handy, ziplocs for the panel fasteners from the car, extra panel clips for older vehicles, and a Sharpie for labeling

@camerondavis2012 7 лет назад

CarAudioFabrication I absolutely love your channel and seen every video atleast 10 times. But i still have a few questions with some things. Exactly how do i wire stock head unit to amp or stock headunit to dsp to equalizer to amp? Could you make an more in depth video or layout on how exactly the wires will go. I have a 2014 infiniti q50 and no one has done an full audio video on RU-vid for it. I plan to do one and promote your channel from my video. Im going to run 4 speakers, 2 componet speaker sets, 2 12in subs, 2 amps, 1 dsp and 1 eqaulizer to a the stock headunit. Im looking forward to hearing back from you thank you so much.

7 лет назад

Great vid

@andy11894 7 лет назад

im going to be building a boot build including parcel shelve would i be ok having the auto carpet going over the void where the speaker is would this affect the audio at all if so what would you suggest for stealth speakers ?

@myusername00 2 года назад

Hey Mark, what a great tutorial, which wire ferrule sizes are most common for Hifi installations?

@Jpilgrim30 6 лет назад

I have tons of xt30 and xt60 connectors for my drone builds. Never thought to use them for speaker connections.

@bigvell02 7 лет назад

Nice share as usual

@broncoramfan 7 лет назад

the threaded fasteners are great idea. my question is the threaded rivets. the tool to set them in place looks huge. is it difficult to use in hard to reach areas?

@riddempestcontrol8601 4 года назад

What’s the name of the “DIY speaker wiring clips” ? I NEEEED those.

@EurekaLove 6 лет назад

You forgot a very key component to installation! Sandpaper! Depending on what's being done, I like to have 60/80, 100, and 150. If I'm working with thin wood or ply I would also recommend a 220 Grit. As for tools that you can pick up at any major retailer, (Walmart, etc,) wire cutters/strippers, some kind of illuminating tool; whether a flashlight or a work light as well. I personally use a rechargeable small work light. It puts out a lot of lumens and can last for 8 hours without needing a charge, you CAN run it while plugged it also. One other small piece I recommend is wire butts. You CAN always wrap unused/nonpower wires with electrical tape of some sort. I prefer to use a butt and crimp lightly on it in case I need it for future use. Lastly, probably the most important thing for audio install; cleaning supplies! Vacuum, general vehicle cleaner, alcohol, and paper towels or cloth that do not leave debris. For all those scuffs, metal surfaces, battery terminals, grounding points, loose debris afterwards, etc. It's an extremely critical step to ensure everything is tidy and cleaned afterwards. You don't need loose wire clippings in your engine compartment. Hope this helps!

@portmurphy1 3 года назад

You're too good man, I don't even want to install mine now -_-

@richkidd537 3 года назад

Hey Mark, I was wondering if you can drop a link or the type/name of the wide oem foam type tape used to hold down the wiring harness/wires when running them under the carpet? Thanks in advance!👍

@mickygaming1 7 лет назад

What do you recommend for heat shrink? I heat shrinked my 1/0 with some 3m heat shrink I got off eBay "probably not 3m" and because my cables have some tight bends the adhesive inside the heat shrink comes loose and it's just not the tight waterproof bond I was looking for "especially in the engine bay" is there an adhesive heat shrink that is more flexible?

@Zanshire 3 года назад

With the wire ferrules. Do you use a small torch and solder the inside of the ferrule so you have a solid connection between the ferrule and all wires. I also solder the battery terminal connections. Just curious as to your preferences. A set of tools that I keep on hand are Tap and Die sets.

@MrJbatule112 6 лет назад

Hello! Where can I find those ground connectors

@miata350 5 лет назад

I used to use adhesive weatherstripping before I knew you could buy speaker gasket tape. Once I got gasket tape I realized it's basically the same thing.

@lathropedition 5 лет назад

I’m desperately trying to find the Tesa Harness tape. The link you have doesn’t work. Any other suggestions?

@bonezgarageandmore4584 7 лет назад

Hey Mark, what is the recommended soldering iron wattage to use on car audio applications?

@boboconnor1403 4 года назад

Do you know if anyone makes a weather proof plug in T connection?

@harleyd4280 5 лет назад

Where did you find those square flat ring terminals you have in your thumb nail?

@NordicDan 4 года назад

Given that most quality amps have built in fuses, when you use a large fuse in the power lead, is it still advisable to use a fuse rather than a circuit breaker?

@mikerider007 4 года назад

The link to the Tesa tape doesn’t work. Do you have another link? Thank you for sharing your videos. Very much appreciated

@fishnhomeylod462 3 года назад

Strip caulk makes a great gasket and sound deadening option. Not cheap, kind of messy, but worth the effort.

@thisisrandy81 7 лет назад

Where can I get the threaded rivets? They're not showing up with the link provided and I'm not sure the specs of the rivets that fit the other items you have listed which I ordered. Thank you

@brewcitymike1 7 лет назад

any chance I can have you on hand for my installs, lol

@2v_media 4 года назад

Between you, Steve Meade, and Johnathon Price.... I’ve learned enough to probably install systems better than most audio shops 🤫 especially here in Dallas where they hardly try. They just run some wires the easiest way they can, run RCAS on the same side to save time, and wire it up. No wire management or anything.

@CarAudioFabrication 4 года назад

They are probably also the cheapest guys in town, trust me there are plenty of shops that do things right, but they also charge for their time. Doing it right ain't cheap!

@2v_media 4 года назад

CarAudioFabrication agreed

@bobthomas8142 Год назад

I wasn’t expecting the bug voice, made me laugh😂

@hectorperez6293 6 лет назад

where I can buy Ferrule Wire for 2 and 4 gauge wire,do you have any link

@MrMessanger 6 лет назад

I have a 2005 dodge ram 1500 and what subs could I use to get the best base and for box under the seat

@ShawnKurtis 7 лет назад

Ive searched and searched for days trying to find a video about installing Dual Multimedia DVD Receiver w/ Bluetooth (xdvd256bt) into my 2014 Nissan Versa 4dr Sedan. (I undid the negative from the battery) I bought a antenna adapter and a harness. I went ahead and color coordinated the wires and used electrical tape.. I'm needing help figuring out where to mount the ground wire and I'm also wondering if I missed a step or something. Help would be much appreciated more than you think. Clearly I'm not much of a tech guy lol. 😥

@strikeforce4581 6 лет назад

Wireloom and spray on deadner. I'm starting my audio build on my supra today but I still need a few things but. I'm trying to do it as professional as possible

@Xzami09 3 года назад

I have a 2017 subaru wrx. I upgraded the head unit to ddx9703s and also have some speakers coming on its way (Alpine R-S65.2 R-Series coaxial and components) what else do I need to complete my set up. I'm looking for really good listening experience. Thanks

@themadmallard 7 лет назад

Hey CAF, What is the name of the tape where after you apply it to a panel, you then touch the panel with tape to another panel and it leaves some marking showing where contact was made? I saw it in a past video and can't remember which one, or its name.

@xXAlciel 2 года назад

The wire ferrules work with the plug-type connector with an Alpine PDX V9? Before I purchase a kit?

@OlympusHeavyCavalry 5 лет назад

Look online for companies that wholesale specific parts like stainless steel nuts, bolts and washers and the vinyl end caps for them, wire terminals and their separate insulation sleeves, wire & hose clamps/separators etc. Companies like Nichifu, James Glen, Narva, Mocap, Jae etc sometimes have dedicated specialty wholesalers in specific countries with actual tradesmen/women or people WITH experience to help you out. You will be amazed at the companies out there that actually do specialise while saving money and not dealing with those popular faux wholesaler/retail franchises.