And it sounds GREAT!!!

I installed it Saturday and there is definitely more punch to the music now. I'll probably do a full writeup tomorrow but the install went easier than I thought.

I hooked it up using the universal interface to the rear speakers (so that navi's voice doesn't get extra bass). I had a power wire (30A) running to the trunk already so I just tapped into that.

It's not a system to rattle windows or anything but definitely if you want more punch, you can't go wrong with a basslink.

How'd you run the power wire back there? Hard to do, or no?

Power wire is an 8 AWG wire which isn't that hard to install but you have to be careful when removing trim panels. The most challenging part is snaking it through the back, getting it from the passenger compartment into the trunk.

I used oil and gas resistant wire, and I also changed my battery terminal a few months ago to one that has a separate tap for an aux wire. You can get a ring tongue and just bolt it on to the battery terminal's bolt but this makes for a neater install in the engine compartment.

The Accord's electrical system seemed to be relatively stable both at idle and 2000 RPM with not much of a voltage drop at idle. There was zero voltage drop at 2000RPM and the engine RPMs didn't seem to drop appreciably with the extra load placed on it. (unlike my civic, where the RPMs would drop 100-200 RPM or so on extended bass notes with 2x150 watt rockford fosgate amps)

This was installed to your stock system/speakers?

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This was installed to your stock system/speakers?


Yep. Stock system and speakers. The basslink has its own speaker and amplifier though. It has low impedance inputs that work from stock systems.

Just make sure you follow the instructions so that the gain isn't too high. Also, you may hear a feedback hum when the system is off, just back off the gain until it stops.

Sorry to bring up and old thread but I am selling my 02 civic si and taking the basslink out to put in my wife's 03 accord. Where in the trunk did you put yours and did you put it in the most convenient spot or the best sounding spot? or were they the same? thanks

can you post pics :banana:

Yep. Stock system and speakers. The basslink has its own speaker and amplifier though. It has low impedance inputs that work from stock systems.

Just make sure you follow the instructions so that the gain isn't too high. Also, you may hear a feedback hum when the system is off, just back off the gain until it stops.

I was gonna do the basslink, but installed an Alpine sub amp and JL 12" sub in a sealed box for about $250......which is less money than the basslink. :thumbsup:

I was gonna do the basslink, but installed an Alpine sub amp and JL 12" sub in a sealed box for about $250......which is less money than the basslink. :thumbsup:


Well that's cool but how much space does it take up? My trunk space is at a premium right now.

I always also going to purchase the basslink, was this a custom job? Or did you get it pre-made?

Thanks

Well that's cool but how much space does it take up? My trunk space is at a premium right now.

Hmmmmmm.......just a lil more than the basslink. My amp is mounted to the back of the back seat, and my 1.25cu ft. sealed box is angled to match the seat back.....its pushed back about 2"-3" from the amp.......sooooo, not much space is lost. I can get my golf clubs and two pieces of luggage in the trunk.

Im not saying the basslink is bad or anything like that.......I just went a different rout, thats all.

Congrats!!!! :banana:

I always also going to purchase the basslink, was this a custom job? Or did you get it pre-made?

Thanks


Basslink is an all in one item as shown below

http://www.europerformance.net/images/S32AMG/basslink/PICT0405.jpg


I just pulled my sub box to the middle of the trunk to show where my amp is mounted.......the box is angled on the back and pushes all the way to the amp. I have it mounted in place with (dual lock) on the bottom.....heavy duty velcro. I also leave my ski port open and the cabin fills with BASS!!! What a huge difference the sub makes to the already good stock system.....IMHO.

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Here is where I placed mine. I don't know if this is the best location but my main concern was to salvage trunk space. This seemed to be the best spot with that consideration. The sound is adequate and delivers a very nice enhancement in the bass range. May not be the right item for a true audiophile but it seems to fill all my requirements.

Looks great! I do think my setup takes up more space.....but, as long as they sound good right? :thmsup:

odk how did you secure the basslink with the trunk tray there? I was thinking about adding one myself and I have the tray like yours and I wasn't sure how i could secure the basslink and still be able to lift or remove the tray.

odk how did you secure the basslink with the trunk tray there? I was thinking about adding one myself and I have the tray like yours and I wasn't sure how i could secure the basslink and still be able to lift or remove the tray.


+1 :dunno:

EDIT: Did you place a piece of wood underneath and screw into that?

OK guys, here ya go...

This gives you the overall gist of things. I cut a piece of 3/4 Oak Ply to fit in the tray (used a paper template for a nice fit), covered with carpeting and fastened the Basslinky to the platform. I then used velcro straps to fasten the top brackets on the unit to the frame supports on the inner fenderwell. Just cut a couple of slits through the side garnish of the trunk to pass the straps through, pull the garnish partially off to get the straps around the existing holes in the inner fender braces, put the garnish back and tighten her up. That's it - no need for any other attachments. Basslinky stays put. If you were really concerned you could use some stick-on velcro under the wood. Enjoy! :thumbsup:

One more for the big picture...still plenty of room for da junk in da trunk! :nuts:

Very nice. I'm really interested in getting one of these myself to go with my Reference serieseses.

What additional equipment do I need besides the basslink itself?

Very nice. I'm really interested in getting one of these myself to go with my Reference serieseses.

What additional equipment do I need besides the basslink itself?

Not much extra really. The Basslink comes with all the brackets and most of the wiring. You'll need to run a power cable to the trunk if you don't already have one for an amp - 4 or 8 gauge is fine for a reasonable amp plus the Basslink unit. I already had power run to the trunk, so I used a 10 gauge power and ground cable for the Basslink. Some 16 gauge wire is handy to run up front to the accessory "not an ashtray" power port for the remote power line, but this is optional if you use the speaker level inputs. If you get an an amp, you'll likely install a line out converter (or a signal processor like I did) - get one with sub outputs and you can use the RCA input on the Basslink.

Beyond that I used 4 #8 stainless machine screws and blind nuts (also called "T nuts") for mounting to the wood, which started life as a 4'X4' piece of 3/4 oak ply, sealed and painted then covered with carpet. Add the velcro straps and that's about it. Really quite simple - adds just the right amount of bump.

Nice pics chimp, those are very helpful. I was thinking of fashioning a similar strap setup to the sides like that......exactly!!! The plywood template is a good idea.

it actually looks like it takes less space than the 6" bazooka! :scratch:

windchimp, whats the crossover point you set for the basslink?

Been considering going this route for a while now, just need to get the pieces and parts all together.

Chimp, I think my setup is going to end up a lot like yours except with a 2channel amp for the rears instead of a 4 channel. I think I saw a post of yours that went over your system and install, but now I can't find it and a only had a few general ?s. This will be my first time hooking up an amp and I think I have it all figured out but I'm just wondering where the optimal ground point is the trunk was that you went with. And as far as running a basslink and amp, as long as you have a power wire running to the trunk theres no problem splicing into it for the amp AND basslink? And did you run 2 remote wires one for the basslink and one for your amp or can you use one and splice it for both?

it actually looks like it takes less space than the 6" bazooka! :scratch:

windchimp, whats the crossover point you set for the basslink?

On the RF 360 processor - 120Hz; on the Basslink it's around 100Hz (hard to tell with that little knob). I have the HP filter set on the 360 for the rear speakers set at 90Hz. I'm still fiddling around with it, though.

Been considering going this route for a while now, just need to get the pieces and parts all together.

Chimp, I think my setup is going to end up a lot like yours except with a 2channel amp for the rears instead of a 4 channel. I think I saw a post of yours that went over your system and install, but now I can't find it and a only had a few general ?s. This will be my first time hooking up an amp and I think I have it all figured out but I'm just wondering where the optimal ground point is the trunk was that you went with. And as far as running a basslink and amp, as long as you have a power wire running to the trunk theres no problem splicing into it for the amp AND basslink? And did you run 2 remote wires one for the basslink and one for your amp or can you use one and splice it for both?

I grounded the amp + processor on the right side of the trunk frame where the rear seat rests; the Basslink on the left side. I'll snap some pics tomorrow. I first drilled a hole, cleaned off the paint with a Dremel/wire brush and used a 1/4" grommet with a #12 sheet metal screw.

Yes, I run everything off a single #8 power wire from the battery up front; I mounted a power distribution block in the trunk and split off the power to the amp, processor and Basslink from there. For the remote I ran a single 16 gauge wire from Mr. NotAnAshtray' power port, and split it off in the trunk to provide the remote sense signal to all 3 components...there's very little current draw on this line.

Ah, you had to drill something to ground to? I'da guessed there would have been something around there aleady...


JP

Ah, you had to drill something to ground to? I'da guessed there would have been something around there aleady...


JP

Well, there was nuthin handy with the right sized fastener. Besides, ground wires are best fastened "by themselves" - in other words the fastener doesn't hold anything else but the wire. I could bore you and explain the reasons, but I've already reached my "bore your coworkers/friends quota" for today. :nuts: Tomorrow's another day, though! :naughty:

There is a used grouding point in the same place to the left already, right behind the backseats. Remove the trunk lining and you'll see it. I used that and I don't hear any noises. Gain in both the amp and the 3sixty is slighty above 50% and no noise. I do hear interference (and not a ground loop hum) if gain is set to more than that and ONLY when the engine is on.

But of course, its a chimp in windchimp :D

As promised...some pics of ground wires to add excitement to your Sunday :naughty:

First, right side ground point - processor & amp:

Next...left side=Basslink

I grounded the amp + processor on the right side of the trunk frame where the rear seat rests; the Basslink on the left side. I'll snap some pics tomorrow. I first drilled a hole, cleaned off the paint with a Dremel/wire brush and used a 1/4" grommet with a #12 sheet metal screw.

Yes, I run everything off a single #8 power wire from the battery up front; I mounted a power distribution block in the trunk and split off the power to the amp, processor and Basslink from there. For the remote I ran a single 16 gauge wire from Mr. NotAnAshtray' power port, and split it off in the trunk to provide the remote sense signal to all 3 components...there's very little current draw on this line.

Those pics are really helpfull. And I totally forgot about the distribution box since the basslink has its own amp. Did you run separate fuses on each power wire after you split everything in the trunk, I would think so but I'm having a hard time finding what size fuse to use for each component, well, actually I'm finding a bunch of conflicting info on what size fuse to use for each. I just wasn't sure if it was a good idea to run separate fuses or if you could run power from battery to certain amperage fuse then to the distribution box or what.

And how is it that everyone seems to be able to find matching carpet for when they put subs and the like in their trunk, but I can never find anything? Whats a good place to find that stuff at or what do I need to look for since that might be my problem too?

I have to say chimp that is one clean install! :notworthy:

I need more weekends :headbash:

Those pics are really helpfull. And I totally forgot about the distribution box since the basslink has its own amp. Did you run separate fuses on each power wire after you split everything in the trunk, I would think so but I'm having a hard time finding what size fuse to use for each component, well, actually I'm finding a bunch of conflicting info on what size fuse to use for each. I just wasn't sure if it was a good idea to run separate fuses or if you could run power from battery to certain amperage fuse then to the distribution box or what.

And how is it that everyone seems to be able to find matching carpet for when they put subs and the like in their trunk, but I can never find anything? Whats a good place to find that stuff at or what do I need to look for since that might be my problem too?

I did not fuse the power separately after the distribution block...the main line is fused at the battery (35 or 40 amp) and each component is internally fused. The only thing that fusing each individual line from the block to component would accomplish is protecting that line should a short occur due to a kink or abbrasion. Since I took care in running the lines, in addition to encasing the power lines in flex tube this is not a concern. Each component (in my case) is fused by the manufacturer, so that is not an issue. The main line is fused according to the maximum draw for each component under normal steady-state conditions. Since most of us don't ever come close to full load, this too should not be a concern. Basically the fuse is there to protect against severe current draw due to a component malfunction or a power line getting physically grounded due to damage. One other thing about current draw - to minimize it run your grounds with the same gauge wire as the hot lead, make them as short as possible and choose a good ground point on the chassis. All those little electrons want a nice easy ride to the battery...more resistance = more heat = greater current draw = blown fuses.

The carpeting can be found in a number of on-line shops. I procured mine at my local car stereo shop - if you have any in your area that does custom work try them. Once you have the carpeting get some 3M spray contact cement from a hardware store or B.O.R.G. - works like a charm!

I have to say chimp that is one clean install! :notworthy:

I need more weekends :headbash:

Tanks buddy! :wave:

Anything less and my engineer-geek peers would drum me out of the secret society! :paranoid: :lmao:

Ah, yes, muchas thanks. Those do seem like safe, nice places to drill for a good ground. Thanks gaian, Chimp. I promise one day THIS YEAR I'll get mine done and shoot some pics. I have a pile in my office waiting for install!

JP

One more for the big picture...still plenty of room for da junk in da trunk! :nuts:

Can you pass along some details of how you made and mounted your amp rack? I would love to be a copycat!