KHA 2014 Accord Sport SQ Build
#75
I added deadener, foam, and MLV to the flooring - huge improvement in road noise
starting
cavities stuffed with cotton sound insulation
Raammat BXT II added on the floor
CCF glued to the floor (decoupler for MLV)
MLV applied with gorilla tape on seams
wires secured with tie mounts (glued on)
reassembled
starting
cavities stuffed with cotton sound insulation
Raammat BXT II added on the floor
CCF glued to the floor (decoupler for MLV)
MLV applied with gorilla tape on seams
wires secured with tie mounts (glued on)
reassembled
#76
i'm super stoked about the next upgrade: swapping the stock with the premium touch screen. this will give me a clean, flat output without the internal DSP of the current stock unit... all while keeping full stock functionality with cameras and info screen.
#77
Thanks for such an extensive write up, this is great! I just got a 2013 accord lx and I'm looking into upgrading the stock sound system while trying to retain all the OEM functionality.
Any updates on the premium touch screen install? I've been looking into doing that as well for the exact reason you've stated, having a clean, flat output without the internal DSP of the current stock unit.
Any updates on the premium touch screen install? I've been looking into doing that as well for the exact reason you've stated, having a clean, flat output without the internal DSP of the current stock unit.
#78
I did get the touchscreen installed recently. Sounds great - no more DSP issues. But the touchscreen units have a lot of external components (FM Tuner, HFL, XM Tuner, Amplifier, ANC, etc.).
The premium HU is from a 2015 Accord Hybrid, this is the pinout I was able to discern based on the harnesses it came with
click on link for enlarged version: http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e1...m%20203732.jpg
The premium HU is from a 2015 Accord Hybrid, this is the pinout I was able to discern based on the harnesses it came with
click on link for enlarged version: http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e1...m%20203732.jpg
#79
I've seen threads about buying the V6 brackets and trays to install a Group 24 battery in the 2.4L cars. I found that a Group 34 fits fine with generic trays and mounts.
Stock battery (with electrical load additions)
Replacement battery with generic mount and tray
Stock removed
Tray replaced (was eventually bolted down)
Because this battery isn't reversed, I had to get the battery monitor connector on the other side, which is easily done by pulling it back in the loom and routing separately. New loom was added.
Stock mounting bolts are used for the aftermarket hold-down.
I previously replaced the stock power and starting cable ends with terminals. I also insulate the aftermarket positive mount with self-fusing silicone tape rated 1000V per layer.
Stock battery (with electrical load additions)
Replacement battery with generic mount and tray
Stock removed
Tray replaced (was eventually bolted down)
Because this battery isn't reversed, I had to get the battery monitor connector on the other side, which is easily done by pulling it back in the loom and routing separately. New loom was added.
Stock mounting bolts are used for the aftermarket hold-down.
I previously replaced the stock power and starting cable ends with terminals. I also insulate the aftermarket positive mount with self-fusing silicone tape rated 1000V per layer.
#80
another night, another project.
finally time to ditch the MDF box and build a molded fiberglass enclosure in the rear corner.
previously
adding layers of 3M painters tape
outline mostly complete
two layers plus the enclosure outline in green
with the false floor installed. enclosure will allow for removal of the floor for spare tire access.
finally time to ditch the MDF box and build a molded fiberglass enclosure in the rear corner.
previously
adding layers of 3M painters tape
outline mostly complete
two layers plus the enclosure outline in green
with the false floor installed. enclosure will allow for removal of the floor for spare tire access.