Upgrade Your $500 Civic with an Affordable High-Quality Sound System
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In this episode of Donut, the team takes on the challenge of transforming a $500 Civic into a sound system powerhouse. They set out to install the best sound system money can buy for under $1,000. With a broken stereo system and lackluster speakers, the car is in desperate need of an audio upgrade.
The team showcases the components they've gathered for this project, including a Pioneer head unit, door speakers, a 10-inch subwoofer, and a five-channel amplifier. They explain the importance of matching the speakers to the amp in terms of size and power, ensuring optimal performance. With everything in hand, they dive into the installation process, rewiring the car and replacing the old speakers.
To support the subwoofer, they construct a sturdy floor that can be securely mounted to the car's chassis. This attention to detail is crucial, especially considering the car's future track endeavors. Safety is paramount, as they want to prevent any potential accidents from turning the subwoofer into a dangerous projectile.
After all the wiring and installation is complete, it's time for the moment of truth. The team powers up the sound system and tests it out. The result? A resounding success. The new sound system delivers crisp and punchy audio, without overpowering the car or causing any unwanted rattling. They are thrilled with the outcome and declare that the $500 Civic now stands toe-to-toe with a brand new Type R Civic.
With the sound system upgrade complete, the team is eager to showcase the car in an upcoming video where it will be pitted against the 2023 Civic Type R. This exciting head-to-head comparison will reveal just how well their modified $500 Civic stacks up against the latest hot hatch on the market. Stay tuned to Donut for the thrilling conclusion of this epic showdown.
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Zach installing a sound system while the car is broken
Comment about Donut's priorities
Criticism of spending money on a broken car
Comment about speaker packaging looking old
Amusement at installing a sound system while the car doesn't run
Appreciation for Nolan's woodworking skills
Excitement for the future paint job/wrap/body mods
Appreciation for Jimmy and Jer's help
Suggestions for improving the electrical system for the sound system
Loyalty to the car community and love for the Civic
Discussion about different types of coffee makers
Respect for Nolan's sub-woofer tray fabrication
Discussion about the cost of MDF and building speaker boxes
Correction about wiring a speaker out of phase not causing a no sound condition
Recommendation to discuss speaker resistance and RMS power
Nostalgia for building sound systems in vehicles
Request for software tuning vs hardware upgrades test
Suggestion to add sound deadening mats
Appreciation for Zach's informative and funny personality
Nostalgia for modifying cars with sound systems
Request for the return of "Money Pit" series
Warning about Skar wiring
Comment about the car no longer being a $500 Civic
Suggestion to turbo the car and end the series
Preference for Skar over Kicker
Tip to add MDF bracing and polyfill for better sound quality
Criticism of buying equipment from Walmart
Comparison of spending $800 on used car audio
Joke about theft to get cheaper equipment
Suggestion for electric window swap
Recommendation to use a bigger lithium battery
Criticism of oxygen-free copper
Reminder that modifying a vehicle lowers its reliability
Comment about the sponsor logo on the S14 in the background
Criticism of cable snake oil
Belief that more can be done sound-wise with $1k
Amusement at spending money on a sound system for a broken car.
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