FD civic 2008 HELP

[dusty]

Anyone know what is the headlight specification? 8000k?
Also, any one know wt is the cheapest way to upgrade the sound system....?dun want to spend much.
Really appreciate...

[xenonkuraz]

Stock headlights are h4 and your bulbs are probably <4000k halogen.

Upgrade your speakers to components and get a couple subs.

It's a very broad question and really only depends on your actual budget. Go to jb and haggle a good deal

[curtis265]

wtfru asking? A sub alone will make it a million times better. upgrading the HU will also work wonders

8000k refers to the colour of light. If youre looking for bulb type it's HB4. HB3 for highbeams. (not h4)

[mxa]

I went to Jbhifi to upgrade my sound system, got a sub, amp and installation for 400. I wasn't after too much just after more bass :D was really happy with the job they did there.

[dusty]

ANyone has a second hand sub??? and who know how to install it??? since i don't want to spend too much.

[dusty]

Also H4 ligh bulb is fine??

[curtis265]

sry bro i don't have a kit, but i know someone who got their kit installed and all for about $1300 i think - i'll double check for you later.

u need HB4 bulb not h4

[fitme]

I went to Jbhifi to upgrade my sound system, got a sub, amp and installation for 400. I wasn't after too much just after more bass http://static1.ozhonda.com/images/smilies/teeth.gif was really happy with the job they did there.

still using the stock HU?...can i ask where did the installer connect the amp remote?..thanks

[xenonkuraz]

Hey fitme...I'm running two subs and a 4ch amp on stock headunit. Amp wire is connected to the back but can't remember which wire I spliced...

[fitme]

^ hey xenon can you please double check where it is connected??..thanks..

[xenonkuraz]

I'll find a wiring diagram and double-check...I don't wanna pull my dash apart lol

[aznboiio1]

yo, quick question here, can we actually buy some sort of brackets or something to hold the rear speakers?
i have an idea, that i cut around the plastic holding oem speaker (which basically kills it)
or can i get some type of foam or filling to fill up the gap?

[fitme]

^ just use a mdf spacer..ryda.com has it..

[dusty]

Anyone know where can i buy a decent subwoofer with installation provided...thx ...looking for cheapp...but decent stuff...no need to be professionall....as long as better than the stock one...
is that mean i install the sub..the sound system will be much better as the stock one is no gd.
THANKS guys....really need yr help

[curtis265]

buy a sub from gumtree or quokka, and find a friend who knows what to do to install it.

[xenonkuraz]

Dude you sound like you want it done as cheaply as possible...what's ur budget? Because at the minimum you need a 10-12" sub ~$50-100 with box for a used one. An amp to power it ~$100. A wiring kit ~$60-80 you don't wanna go cheap on this. And if you are going to use a stock headunit you need a crossover cheapest I've seen is $30. Then you have to get it installed and by the sound of it you don't have any friends who know how so look to spend $150+ on labour.

So already we are looking at around $400-500 worth...can you afford it?

[xenonkuraz]

Btw you know that there is no stock subwoofer.

You know what a sub is right?

[fitme]

heres my budget setup using stock HU..still ongoing project ..still looking for a good sub

front speaker = infinity splits (cost me only $50 brandnew via ebay.com.au)
rear speaker = pioneer coaxial (this is only optional to replace the rear stockies from ebay $35)
amplifier = infinity 4x50W (cost me $100 via ebay)
wirings = still shopping around,,it will cost around $50-$80
LOC = scosche 4 channel from ebay around $40
subwoofer = im eyeing for a JL 10" sub
will do a DIY write up onced ive got all the equipment i needed

[xenonkuraz]

If you haven't already bought the loc buy it from jaycar $25. Also get the wiring from jaycar $40 for 2gauge kit. I asked them today.

[xenonkuraz]

A 10" alone won't have that much effect...get a 12 atleast or two 10s

[curtis265]

Considering used? I just bought an alpine MRP450 + alpine type R 12" boxed sub for $410.

shit hammers hard

[fitme]

wow 2gauge kit?? thats fat....was thinking using an 8G power wire..is that enough?..im only powering 1 amp..which has less than 500w

...

[xenonkuraz]

shite i meant 4gauge. its pretty slim looking

[curtis265]

2gauge is like.. dildo spec

[jpestrada115]

still using the stock HU?...can i ask where did the installer connect the amp remote?..thanks

sorry to hi-jack the question but i connected mine to the power antenna socket at the back. C-pillar, driver's side. blue wire as far as i can recall. will double check the diagram later when i get home.

@ OP: i just installed a "tube" subwoofer in my car - its a sub in an enclosure with an amp and complete wiring kit. costed me about $200++ (brand new on special in autobarn a couple of years ago) and a couple of hours to DIY install. i was just after a bit more bass so i installed a sub and amp only as the stock sound system lacks it. suits my needs.

[fitme]

^ thanks .can you trace where the wires going to? is it under the rear seat? .. i dont want to open my c-pillar cover...

this is the one right??
http://gallery.8thcivic.com/albums/audio/rat2.sized.jpg.

EDIT: got the wires already...it's black and black(with stripe)..no need to open the c-pillar cover..thanks

[Jay_JieLun]

If you do want to get an aftermarket head unit I have a spare Double Din Dash for the Civic. I'm actually in the process of upgrading so I'm in the process of selling my speakers, subs, amps and head unit lol.

Best thing to do is to decide on a budget and stick to it! Shop around for parts instore and online or even go second hand, though second hand is really worth it if you can do pickup..