Adding a sub/amp to a 2012 with video!

[xwhit3devilx]

I already posted this on the 2012 forum and sorry if this is already been discussed. Figured I'd just share a video I made on what's involved in adding an amp/sub to a 2012.
The link is here if you're interested

In case the part about the battery confuses you here is a link to the part you'll need. (This is not the one I used but looks/functions the same)

And this is the sub I used.

[Sponsor]

[BigFuzzyArchon]

What line out converter did you use? I think from what I have read the Audiocontrol LC2i is the best one to get unless you are adding all new speakers then the LCQ-1 is better.

[xwhit3devilx]

Originally Posted by BigFuzzyArchon

What line out converter did you use? I think from what I have read the Audiocontrol LC2i is the best one to get unless you are adding all new speakers then the LCQ-1 is better.

I just used a Scosche Loc80. It was $20, and since the Focus head-unit only has 25 watts per channel its more than adequate.

[diesel_travis]

Nice find on the hole near the master cylinder, I was hoping I wouldn't have to drill the firewall, thanks!

[BigFuzzyArchon]

Originally Posted by xwhit3devilx

I just used a Scosche Loc80. It was $20, and since the Focus head-unit only has 25 watts per channel its more than adequate.

I am just concerned about the bass rollover where the factory stereo turns down the bass as the volume gets louder. Also my subwoofer is 250watts.

[FordBass]

When i get my focus i am going to have to add a subwoofer without changing the head unit... this might be tough....

I am observing all possible options........

[BigFuzzyArchon]

So I am not exactly sure why I can't use the stock terminal. It goes up, so what? Why can't I add my amp wire?

[xwhit3devilx]

Originally Posted by BigFuzzyArchon

So I am not exactly sure why I can't use the stock terminal. It goes up, so what? Why can't I add my amp wire?

Well if you can make yours fit go for it. I'm not sure, maybe mine was broken somehow when it went in for repairs; there was no place for me to attach it.

[BigFuzzyArchon]

And where do you connect the remote turn on lead? Fuse box in the trunk?

[diesel_travis]

Originally Posted by xwhit3devilx

Well if you can make yours fit go for it. I'm not sure, maybe mine was broken somehow when it went in for repairs; there was no place for me to attach it.

I connected my + to the terminal on the metal plate just in front of the battery where the alternator hooks in with a bunch of other large-fused items. I'll take a pic when I get a chance.

Getting the battery out was fairly easy, I couldn't believe how light it was actually. But getting that plastic box out that it sits in was a huge PITA.

Thanks again for pointing out that unused grommet, I fit my 4 gauge perfectly through there. Although getting it through the hole in the other side was a bit tricky. I taped a nail set to the end of my wire and it helped feed it through the second hole which was a little bit lower.

Now I just have to snake it through the rest of the car and also tap into the speakers for the signal...