BEst speaker upgrade for 06'

[Finndog]

I was thinking about just going with a powered sub but the local guy wants $200 to install! This is crazy. I am assuming that I need to run a wire up front and through the firewall to the battery and then tap into the speaker wires. Are there directions floating around for the location of the speaker wires or power wires that can be used?

[broknlgs24]

the battery is in the rear under the spare tire.

[Finndog]

Thanks, I posted this in the X3 section because the question was in general since I have a 5 and a 3, this would actually be for my 5. Sorry for the lack of disclosure! I think the battery is in the front on the 5?

[pseto]

nope, battery in the 5 is under the spare

[broknlgs24]

Originally Posted by Finndog

Thanks, I posted this in the X3 section because the question was in general since I have a 5 and a 3, this would actually be for my 5. Sorry for the lack of disclosure! I think the battery is in the front on the 5?

and by 5, u mean X5, i assume?
if so, the battery is in the rear,
under the spare. see below -

[Finndog]

You know I really feel pretty stupid about now! This is a great site! Yes, It's an X5, My wife has a 04' 330 convertible as well. I am trying to get her to go for the 6 series.....

OK, great, then all I really need then it to tap into the speaker harness in the rear as well then. This should actually be an easy install.

[broknlgs24]

step-by-step instructions can be found
on here somewhere. there are many articles
concernign this type of install. good luck!

[Finndog]

Thanks- you are a huge help and saved me some cool bucks.

[Micah D. Cranman]

Yes, subwoofer installation is extremely simple - just tap into wiring in the rear of the vehicle AND you can get power / ground in the trunk. Couldn't be easier, really. You may need some additional accessories depending on your amplifier and what type of inputs it can accept (and whether or not you have the required power / ground and fuse holder, etc.) Feel free to contact me if you're not sure what you have or need.

By the way, for those of you who are in the same position as Finndog, here's a link to the BSW Stage 1 Audio Upgrade for the X5:

http://www.bavariansoundwerks.com/pr...I=386/_cid=174

And for those considering a subwoofer solution, here's a link just for the heck of it!

http://www.bavariansoundwerks.com/pr...I=363/_cid=196

[bigx5er]

I'm two weeks into my MB Quart upgrade and they sound sweet now. Initially the highs were a little harsh and the bass was really lacking. After two weeks of breaking in the system sounds excellent. Highly recommended.

Just be careful in removing the doors (especially the back ones).