2016 Subaru Forester 2.0XT

[AnthonyO 10+ year member]

Doing this slowly but surely. Want to make sure I make NO mistakes whatsoever. 

1 Skar RP800.1

1 Skar SDR12d2

1 6" Crossflow fan

1 NVX Ground Distribution and 1 NVX fused power distribution

Utilizing factory head-unit thru an AudioControl LC2i

Yesterday I installed the amp, fan, LC2i, and distribution blocks. Since they are on Styrofoam bracing was added to the bottom. 

Today I ran 4 gauge OFC NVX wire from the amp to distribution blocks. Power and ground from the distribution blocks to the LC2i. Remote out from the LC2i to the amp and fan. And the streetwires RCA's from LC2i to amp.

Just have to run the 2/0 Excelene to the power distribution and 2/0 Excelene ground to distribution. Then pull the head-unit and plug in my jumper harness. Run the speaker wire and accessory wire from the jumper harness back to the LC2i. Run my 10 gauge OFC speaker wire to the enclosure and I am done. Probably finish some time next week while I am on vacation.

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[sdcerreta]

Nice use of the foam section above the spare tire. My amps are under the seats and I am exploring options. I did not consider mounting the amps on the foam section. Nice work. 

 

[sdcerreta]

Do you have any updates to post? I am curious how you lift the foam panels out. Do you use some quick disconnects or somthing to facilitate complete remove of the trays so you can access the spare tire?  

 

[brafferty]

Do you have any updates to post? I am curious how you lift the foam panels out. Do you use some quick disconnects or somthing to facilitate complete remove of the trays so you can access the spare tire?  

same id like to know as well, id be concerned about the amps heating up when the covers on