Damian Anthony Lohrenz Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 Just installed a New Deck and two new speakers in a tiny Saturn car. Had some problems with the right side door which sucked up about 30 minutes of my time. After I figured the problem out it was really easy to continue on. (The problem was the rods inside the door which connect to the door handle and locking system on the car) Im 17 (18 in April) and I do this stuff all the time. But this is the first time I have done a deck before. Everything turned out nice and professional looking. I have a bunch of people wanting me to do their cars for them since I do it dirt cheap on my free time. But my main question is, is the 2 HR installation a bit too long? I feel as if it is.. It shouldve only taken me about an hour to an hour and 30 minutes. I dont want to upset people when I do their cars of it taking too long. I like working a bit slower than other people since I like to do it right the first time and not having to waste even more time fixing mess-ups. What do you guys think about it time wise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
will77530 Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 kinda depends, was everything soldered and heatshrunk, did you run new wires. or did you just crimp and replace speakers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soccerballzs Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 All cars are different!!! 2 hours sounds good for basic HU install. http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/garage/vehicle/2438-jeep-commander/I Pioneer P99RSAmpere 38002-Ampere 125/44-6.5 inch Hertz HSK XL Mids4-8 inch JL Audio ZR Midwoofer 2-5.25 Satori Mids2-Morel Tweeters, 2 Hertz Milles 3 inch on A pillars2-Hertz Silk tweeters DC Audio Level 5/12 Skyhigh Wire Mechman 320 XS Power D3100MO Funniest Thread of the Year 2013: http://www.stevemead...dy-being-a-pos/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToNasty Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 i did the hu in my silverado in 10 minutes. Thats because i knew what i needed , had all the tools with me and i had the dash apart before so i knew what to expect. i think 2 hours is a little long for an hu but its fine, your still learning ***Super Sellers List***http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/25829-super-sellers-buyers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tdsa23 Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 2 hours is fine work at your speed if they dont like it tell them to go to a shop and get charged more. XS Power D5100, 2 D2700s, & 2 D975s MechMan 220a Alt DC 5K Kicker 650.4 2 12 Ascendant Audio Mayhem's Pioneer DEH-P7200HD Rockford Fosgate 3sity.1 Build log: https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/166792-88-nissan-maxima-trunk-build/#entry2430899 https://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/191439-lexus-is300-fi-crescendo-shca-rf-pics/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
will77530 Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 depends, ghetto crimp everything 45 mins is average Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessica Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 I takes me forever to complete projects, but its ok cause i screw them up and have to re-do them anyway. Rest in peace, walled 87 accord build log 03' Corolla build with AA Mayhem inside. My super random youtube channel and terrible camera work. Wiring comparison by CaptainzPlanetz Wire and fuse guide by Guest SyKo13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
will77530 Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 depends, ghetto crimp everything 45 mins is average another 30 to replace speakers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Damian Anthony Lohrenz Posted October 30, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 I did everything by hand, no electric drills. I didn't run new wire. I told her it was an option but she said no. I forgot my Crimps at home (I do Mobile installations) My main problem was just that one damn door. Everything else went smooth. I am putting new wiring in a Impala on Saturday due to wire corrosion of failed factory seals. If I had my drills and everything to complete this job faster I would of been done within an hour or so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pioneerforlife Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 If it Is quality work, 2 hours is perfectly fine. 2007 Ford Focus SES Hatchback Pioneer HU 4 Digital Designs 9515i's in a B pillar. 2 Soundstream XXX 15K's (running at 16 volts) Soundstream Mids/Highs in custom door panels (getting rebuilt soon) Soundstream TA2.160 and TA2.400 Sky High and KNU wiring 3 Banks of Maxwell caps Winston Lithium (not a fan) Bump4Life 250 Amp Alt. aka USAlternators Soundstream Focus and Avenger Build Log Instagram @p4linnovation YouTube: Team Blowin Loud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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