Thomas C's 2005 Ford Ranger
Items installed:
- CD Receiver Pioneer DEH-P5800MP
- Component Speakers Kicker KS 6x8 both front and back
- Amplifier Kicker KX 1200.1 mono amp
- Subwoofers 2 Kicker CVT 10" 2 ohm
- Capacitor Diesel audio 1.5 farad
- Custom fiberglass box by me
- Scosche and JL Audio wiring
- Midland CB radio mounted in glove box
- 9.5ft whip cb antenna
Installation description:
My installation process wasn't very complicated for me. The toughest part was the fiberglass box. I put about 10 hours of work into it. Also, I recommend the Kicker CVT for a small area like I have in my single cab Ranger...
Q&A Section
Why did you decide to upgrade your A/V system?
For sound quality and loudness
What's the first thing you show people about your installation?
My fiberglass box
Why did you choose these products?
Kicker puts out a great product
What was the most difficult part of the installation?
Fiberglass
What plans, if any, do you have for future upgrades?
Fiberglass pods with 3/4 Kicker dome tweeters
top view
side view
custom box
my ranger front
me at camp
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