serious amp/stereo tech questions
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Road Master
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From: santa rosa ca.
serious amp/stereo tech questions
hey guys i know there are a few of you (boberino xxxracing lilgmac ect.)that have installed amps in your saddlebags i was wondering i you did disconects for all the wires out side the bag soyou can remove them for maintnance/ cleaning. i would assume not for the rca sence they just plug anyway. i was thinking a trailer brake type connect for the speakers. Then a fuse connector for the power but what a bout ground,remote. can any one recomend a better or alternate method. i will also have connections at the fairing soo it can also be removed. want to install this weeked. PLEASE HELP
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RE: serious amp/stereo tech questions
I installed an amp in the saddle bag on my Heritage Softail. The back side of the bag was hard plastic and I just cut a square out and mounted a panel mount Molex connector. It was a 12 pin connector I think. That brought in power, ground, control, 4 speaker wires and 2 coax cables. I had a small tank pouch for the mp3 player. I made the speakers using 4" chrome driving light housings (from JC Whitney) and installed some 3.75" speakers in them. Worked really well.
I don't have any pics and I sold the bike a year ago. To do over again, I would get the hawg wired digital amps to keep the space usage down.
I don't have any pics and I sold the bike a year ago. To do over again, I would get the hawg wired digital amps to keep the space usage down.
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RE: serious amp/stereo tech questions
I just bought some Molex connectors for the speakers, trigger, and RCA connections and plan to solder the wires in on each side where the connector and mount themunder the seat for quick removal. I also bought a custom weatherproof connector for the power side of things and may use it in the same location for easy access. This water proof connector is similar to a trailer connector (3-pin) except it locks together with a compression coupler that has o-ring seals, and I think it's actually from a microphone cable for outdoor stage use. It accepts 14 gauge wire and that may be enough to carry power to the amp. If not...I may double up on the power and use a single wire for the ground. From there...one end will connect to a distribution block under the seat that runs a 8ga wire with an inline fuse to the battery. This 1 into 3 distribution block will also allow me to run a seperate feeds to the front of the bike if needed.
I am just starting the installation and have started another thread in this forum that details the install with full pictures. I won't finish it for a couple weeks as I am still waiting on some parts so I doubt this will help you right away, but thought i'd sharethis quest with you. The coupler is available from any electronics supply store, but not your typical radio shack outlet as they don't carry enough of the components. I looked at trailer connectors and lighting harnesses but they were either way to big for mounting on a bike, or the pins would only accept 18/20 gauge wire. When I went to the electronics supply wholesaler, they had a bunch of options so I picked up three different connectors, and a bunch of liquid tight connectors to route cables and wire loom through the plastic and into the bags. Sounds like we are seeking the same answers for servicability. Hope some of this helps you out somehow. Watch my other thread for further details as they unfold.Here is the link.
https://www.hdforums.com/m_2640630/m...tm.htm#2640630
I am just starting the installation and have started another thread in this forum that details the install with full pictures. I won't finish it for a couple weeks as I am still waiting on some parts so I doubt this will help you right away, but thought i'd sharethis quest with you. The coupler is available from any electronics supply store, but not your typical radio shack outlet as they don't carry enough of the components. I looked at trailer connectors and lighting harnesses but they were either way to big for mounting on a bike, or the pins would only accept 18/20 gauge wire. When I went to the electronics supply wholesaler, they had a bunch of options so I picked up three different connectors, and a bunch of liquid tight connectors to route cables and wire loom through the plastic and into the bags. Sounds like we are seeking the same answers for servicability. Hope some of this helps you out somehow. Watch my other thread for further details as they unfold.Here is the link.
https://www.hdforums.com/m_2640630/m...tm.htm#2640630
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Road Master
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From: santa rosa ca.
RE: serious amp/stereo tech questions
glideman-- thanks for the tips i've been watching the other thread from day one thats where i found the amp to buy. cant wait to see your install sound like it'll be rockin' when i get all my gear adn some time i'll start a post with some pics too good luck! if you got any thing i can help with postt up i've probably done 20-25 stereos in cars with great results but first try on a bike, hope it turns out as good.
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RE: serious amp/stereo tech questions
Gents, this might help:
http://www.markertek.com/
I do pro audio stage-grade stuff and lots of same for around the house.
Markertek.com has absolutely everything you could possibly need audio/video plus their reps will help lots if you call with newbe questions.
http://www.markertek.com/
I do pro audio stage-grade stuff and lots of same for around the house.
Markertek.com has absolutely everything you could possibly need audio/video plus their reps will help lots if you call with newbe questions.
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RE: serious amp/stereo tech questions
ORIGINAL: GlideMan
...I may double up on the power and use a single wire for the ground.....
...I may double up on the power and use a single wire for the ground.....
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From: Fugitive from justice
RE: serious amp/stereo tech questions
Yep......that electricity stuff is pure magic, huh?
But Audio is fun stuff to learn providing you don't waste lots moneylearning.....I never did that!
But Audio is fun stuff to learn providing you don't waste lots moneylearning.....I never did that!
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RE: serious amp/stereo tech questions
yes--everything on my amp and speakers is quick release/detachable---THIS IS A MUST---you can find the connectors at any car audio shop or maybe Radio Shack.
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