Car Audio Advice | Choosing Car Stereo Speakers

The Right Tools For The Job

What tools should I have in order to do a good installation?

*Multiple size screwdrivers, both flathead and Phillips.*
Phillips screws are most common; be sure to have #0, 1, and 2 sizes. Magnetic screwdrivers are especially useful when trying to get screws into (and out of) tight places.

*Soldering Iron*
Makes the best connections if done with care. Use 60/40 rosin core electrical solder. The soldering tool should use power of between 50 to 75 watts for most purposes

. *Electrical tape*
Use quality tape that has long lasting adhesion at extreme temperatures.

*Wire cutters/strippers and crimpers*
For stripping insulation easily, use a pair with stripper holes precut for common wire sizes and a smaller clipper for finer wire.

*Angled screwdrivers*
Often makes removing dash and rear deck speakers a lot easier, when windows limit maneuvering space.

*Various wrenches, pliers, and socket sets*
The specific types and sizes you need will depend on your vehicle.

*Multimeter (VOM)*
Essential to diagnose and understand installation problems.

*Metal drill and saw*
You'll need these if you need to modify your vehicle for new
speaker cutouts or to accommodate a new head unit.

*Hot glue gun*
Good for installing carpeting or putting door panel trim back in place after modifications.

*Razor knife*
Helps for cutting carpet and keeping cut out holes neat on door panels or interior walls, especially when installing speakers.

*Hammer*
For working out frustrations and occasionally delivering needed force to start holes for screws etc.

*Flex tubing & shrink wrap insulation*
Good for protecting wire and insulating connections, especially in the engine compartment.

*Extra hardware*
Nuts, bolts, screws, crimp-on connectors, wire rolls, tie-downs, etc.

*Fuse puller and extra fuses.*
In addition to the fuses for your system, check your car's
fusebox to find the various sizes you'll need. Also, while you can use needle-nosed pliers to pull fuses, always disconnect the battery before doing so.

*Wire ties*
Keeps the wiring neat and secure..

*Small light source*
A flashlight or other light source will let you know what surprises linger in the dark spots.

*Tape measure*
Keep your wires as long as necessary, and as short as possible.





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