Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
10-16-2008, 01:55 AM
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Replies: 80
Views: 59,773
The use of this DIY is for reference only; I...
The use of this DIY is for reference only; I disclaim all LIABILITY FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR INJURIES THAT RESULT FROM ANY USE OF THE EXAMPLES, INSTRUCTIONS OR...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
09-03-2008, 07:18 PM
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Replies: 80
Views: 59,773
Direct Wire in an E70
Yes, I have hardwired a Passport 8500 in BOTH a 2005 X5 and in my (two week old) 2008 X5. It really can be done without a lot of effort. The hardwire is to a switched power supply, so if you somehow...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
09-03-2008, 06:16 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 13,681
Stealth Install
Thanks for making this test.
Interesting results nonetheless.... . Prior to this install, I'm going to disconnect those wires (orange/green and green) to the K_Bus and see what happens (hey,...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
09-03-2008, 02:12 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 13,681
Stealth Install - What's Lost?
What (other than sound production) electrical functionality was lost when bypassing the OEM amp? I'm trying to determine if anything more than front/rear/bass/treble, etc. was lost in the install. ...
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
09-01-2008, 08:30 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 13,681
Many thanks for your speedy reply !
Yes,...
Many thanks for your speedy reply !
Yes, OEM wiring is wimpy. The benefit in keeping it is the trade off in not having to re-wire the entire vehicle - how it affects sound may be significant.
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Forum: X5 (E70) Forum
09-01-2008, 06:38 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 13,681
Stealth Install
Nice install! I have a new '08 E70 and want to do a similar install.
I'm going to go with the Morel Elate, a JL Audio HD 600/4 and the Rockford 3Sixty.2 .
After a lot of research (TIS,...
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