Hey everyone, I just thought I’d share a few recent pics of my E30 with you all. Since last time, I’ve installed a few things including a new stereo and Rob’s awesome leather e-brake boot and handle (I also have his shift boot but haven’t installed that yet – waiting on SSK).
I was planning on doing the suspension before the stereo but for various reasons, it has been put on hold until mid next year when I have more time on my hands – and around the same time as the suspension, I’ll also (hopefully) do a brake overhaul then too. As of now, I have a Z4 3.0 SSK and new OEM leather gearknob on order that should arrive in a couple of weeks. I’ve also got a new iS front lip and M-Tech II steering wheel that will be picked up soon.
Either way, for those interested, here is what I decided on for my stereo. (I wasn’t sure whether I’d post this here or in the ICE forum but since I haven’t taken any pics of the install yet – still adding finishing touches –, I thought I’d just post the info here). JVC KD-805 head unit , 5" JBL 2-way speakers (front), 6.5" Boston FS60 splits (rear), Boston 2-ch amp (rear splits)
I would have liked to have splits in the front too but I chose the setup I did because for one, I didn’t want the weight of a sub and so mounted some nice splits in the rear (for more bass – yes I know it doesn’t compare to a sub but I need my boot space and like having as little weight as possible).
Also, if I had decided to put splits in the front, I’d need an amp to run them properly (so I would have gone a 4-channel instead of 2-channel) but instead I chose to save the money for my suspension and brake upgrade next year. In the end, I'm quite happy as the sound is crisp and clear at well above the volume I'll be using it at and at the same time, hasn't cost me a fortune either - so I think it's a nice settup.
Here are the pics guys.
I would love to hear any feedback you have.
Thanks,
Pete
I was planning on doing the suspension before the stereo but for various reasons, it has been put on hold until mid next year when I have more time on my hands – and around the same time as the suspension, I’ll also (hopefully) do a brake overhaul then too. As of now, I have a Z4 3.0 SSK and new OEM leather gearknob on order that should arrive in a couple of weeks. I’ve also got a new iS front lip and M-Tech II steering wheel that will be picked up soon.
Either way, for those interested, here is what I decided on for my stereo. (I wasn’t sure whether I’d post this here or in the ICE forum but since I haven’t taken any pics of the install yet – still adding finishing touches –, I thought I’d just post the info here). JVC KD-805 head unit , 5" JBL 2-way speakers (front), 6.5" Boston FS60 splits (rear), Boston 2-ch amp (rear splits)
I would have liked to have splits in the front too but I chose the setup I did because for one, I didn’t want the weight of a sub and so mounted some nice splits in the rear (for more bass – yes I know it doesn’t compare to a sub but I need my boot space and like having as little weight as possible).
Also, if I had decided to put splits in the front, I’d need an amp to run them properly (so I would have gone a 4-channel instead of 2-channel) but instead I chose to save the money for my suspension and brake upgrade next year. In the end, I'm quite happy as the sound is crisp and clear at well above the volume I'll be using it at and at the same time, hasn't cost me a fortune either - so I think it's a nice settup.
Here are the pics guys.
I would love to hear any feedback you have.
Thanks,
Pete
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