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Old 03-15-2008, 08:21 PM
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2nd amp install--can i do this?

Hi All,
I have a 350w RMS amp running my 2x 10's (bridged) but I now need to put another amp in to run my new components (amp is 70w x4 rms).
I don't want to take apart the whole dash to get to the back of the factory deck to get the remote wire to get to a signal to the amp...

Here is the question..
Can i split the signal wire from the existing amp and run it to the new amp?
Or can I remove the bose amp and run that signal to the new amp? (ps where is the bose amp??)

Also can I run a splitter for the 8 gauge power wire from the first amp to power the second amp?
That means only one fuse but it powers both amps???

Is this going to work or will i blow everything up?
Please let me know your thoughts!!

Thanks so much!
 
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Old 03-15-2008, 08:45 PM
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You can easily split the remote wire among the two amps. However, you must run 2 new sets of RCA cables to the back of the headunit (assuming you have an aftermarket radio). You cannot simply use the sub-out signal for both front/rear.

As for power wire, 8 gauge is pushing it if you are running 2 amps. I highly recommend upgrading to 4 gauge and splitting into 8 gauge for either amp.

The stock bose amplifier on coupes are located to the left of the spare tire under the carpeted mat and under the plastic panel.
 
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You can run two amps and split the turn on and power wires. You should upgrade to 4 gauge power and ground wires.

Where are you getting the audio signal from?
 
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I was going to get it from the other amp..but I guess that is not possible.
 
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Where is the sub amp that you have now getting its signal from? Did you tap into audio harness at the Bose amp?
 
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The sub amp was intalled professionally, so they have the signal comming from the back of the deck...Thats why I thought I could tap into that (no RCA's)...
 
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The answer depends on how they tapped into the audio signal.

Take it to the shop that installed it and talk to them.
 
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