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P5Fretless November-4th-2002 11:07 AM

lost antenna connection
 
Alright, I finished my amp install yesterday, tested the system out, and it sounds KILLER!!!! I put everything back together, and on my way to work this morning, went to try the radio and -- ffffffffffftt -- no radio. I realized how stupid I was not to test the radio itself before I put the head unit back!! I was so concerned with getting the crossovers set right, etc., and I worked only with various CDs.

So, I obviously didn't reconnect the antenna properly, so my question is this: is it possible to reconnect it without taking the HU out again?

Here's a pic of the amp in place. I still have to fix the carpet at the edge near the door. You can see how I moved the air duct over a couple inches to make room for the amp.

http://www.playthebass.com/p5/P5_AmpInstall_10.jpg

1st MP3 in NH November-4th-2002 01:36 PM

Needs som ecable management love and loom.
There isn't any way to put the antenna back in without removing the radio. If you realy skinny maybe but I mean ethiopian skinny.

1st MP3 in NH November-4th-2002 01:37 PM

Good choice of amp. I have one and I am getting a 300/2 in a few weeks.

P5Fretless November-4th-2002 02:19 PM

Thanks, yeah, I dig the amp! It really sounds good. I went for about an hour drive yesterday, had the tunes cranked, and it was barely warm when I was done. Heat management shouldn't be any issue.

And the compact size is great, as I was able to keep the duct by just moving it a bit.

I think I'm going to change the grounding point to the seat bolt nearest the door, so it will be as short as possible.

Well, on the antenna, I guess it's live & learn (first-timer woes)... I got the HU out and back in once without scratching anything, so I'm sure I can do it again. Should go much faster this time at least.


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