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DJ~KRYSTALFX
03-14-2007, 07:04 PM
Ok, let me fill you in just got a 96 Grand Am i have the following installed:
1.Amp Wireing kit
2. Basic sound system
3. All speakers replaced
4.HVAC knobs changed to red

I need some cheap mods as i have alot of expenses now.

Also i was wondering where is the hole in the firewall so i can pass my amp power wire through. and what manuver do i need to to remove back seat so i can install kicker speakers.
nice96gt
03-14-2007, 07:42 PM
There isn't an easy way to go through the firewall. You'll have to drill. There is a good spot to do this...http://www.gaownersclub.com/forum/showthread.php?s=&threadid=38593

Rear deck removal
http://www.gaownersclub.com/forum/showthread.php?s=&threadid=41389
DJ~KRYSTALFX
03-15-2007, 02:21 PM
Wait, the picture u posted did u drill a hole down so the wire goes through the underbody then u have to fish it up through the engine area, or did u drill towards the engine through the firewall.
nice96gt
03-15-2007, 05:37 PM
From inside the car to the outside.
DJ~KRYSTALFX
03-15-2007, 05:45 PM
ye i no but like did u drill the hole through the firewall. Because i tried today and it was frigen hard. So now im planning to remove the power cable and drill hole in truck and run it under car. Do you think it is a good idea.
Big Joe
03-15-2007, 05:58 PM
I definitly wouldnt run a power wire under the car. The firewall isnt that hard to drill through. I did it to mine. You sure your using a good bit/ right type of bit?
DJ~KRYSTALFX
03-15-2007, 06:31 PM
Oh ye i forgot to ask powerdrill or cordless. Because i was using cordless
Vimjah
03-15-2007, 07:01 PM
Originally posted by DJ~KRYSTALFX

I need some cheap mods as i have alot of expenses now.


What you need my friend is to save your money and pay off your expenses before you start modding. I had the same idea when I started out and honestly, all my "cheap mods" looked like crap and I ended up getting rid of them all. You can modify your car on a budget, so just save up and do it right.
Gagt518
03-15-2007, 09:22 PM
Make sure your using a Concrete bit...Should go in fairly easy:???:
Big Joe
03-15-2007, 10:21 PM
Originally posted by DJ~KRYSTALFX
Oh ye i forgot to ask powerdrill or cordless. Because i was using cordless

The ones that have a plug are usually stronger but I did mine with a cordless.
curtisjade1
03-15-2007, 11:13 PM
I also did mine with a cordless and I agree that it is a very bad idea to run the wire under the car you should definitely run the wire through the firewall
DJ~KRYSTALFX
03-16-2007, 09:56 AM
thanks alot guys ill try later today
DJ~KRYSTALFX
03-16-2007, 04:02 PM
I tried again. Im so pissed.it didnt work. does anyone no where the hole is in fthe firewall thats my last chance.sorry for all the hassle.
nice96gt
03-16-2007, 07:52 PM
Joe...did we use my cordless drill when we did yours???

If you have access to a drill that plugs into the wall you will have more success in getting through. I would also start with a small bit and work up to a larger one. What is the voltage of your drill? If it's lower you may have some trouble. Charge up the batter for a day and go at it strong.

THERE IS NO HOLE/GROMMET IN OUR GEN OF GA! Get over it!
DJ~KRYSTALFX
03-16-2007, 07:59 PM
One last question before i try tommorow. How long did it take you aproximately
Big Joe
03-16-2007, 08:31 PM
Originally posted by nice96gt
Joe...did we use my cordless drill when we did yours???

yeah, think we did


Originally posted by DJ~KRYSTALFX
One last question before i try tommorow. How long did it take you aproximately

to drill? should only take a matter of minuets.
nice96gt
03-17-2007, 12:52 PM
Yeha I can't remember if someone else had one like Matt.

Yeah it should be through in no time at all!