NSX Write Up:
Well, after over 3 months of painstakingly slow waiting, my NSX stereo project is pretty much finished. I must say that I am extremely pleased with the outcome. It’s exactly the way I hoped it would be. Mind you, this took several revisions to get it to this point. It sounds unbelievable. Now, the first time I play any of my old CD’s in my NSX, it’s like listening to the song for the first time…only the way it was meant to be heard!
Admittedly the interior conversion isn’t for everyone, But then again, neither are all of my exterior body mods. The former interior was stock camel, which was very nice and classy looking. With the outside of this car being modified and lowered with the 18/19 wheel combo, I wanted to modify the interior and trunk to match. I leaned a little towards “over the top” because I wanted to enter it in some car shows, just for fun.
This is a list (that I can remember) of the parts and components that went into this conversion:
Alpine CDA 9835 Head Unit
Alpine SPX-177A Flagship 2 way Speakers
Alpine CHA- S634 6-CD/MP3 changer
Alpine KCA-410C Versatile Link Terminal Box
Tru Technology Copper 7 Amplifier
Tru Technology F1-B Active Crossover and Line Driver
Phase Linear Aliante 10” Subwoofer
Terk XMDirect Universal Tuner Box
Terk XM Adapter for Alpine
Smartenna
Valentine One Radar Detector remote Remote Display
Viper Alarm
Computer: Xenarc MP-SC8:
Pentium 4 2.8GHz, 512 Mb RAM, 40GB HD, USB 2.0, PCMCIA slot, Windows XP
Xenarc 700TSV- 7” USB Touch Screen LCD Monitor
Gyration Ultra GT compact wireless keyboard and air mouse
Powered USB 2.0 4 port Hub
Two Optima Yellow Top Deep Cycle Batteries
12 volt 100 Watt Color Box
5/16” Solid Side fiber optic Glow Cabling
Neons, Fans, Cabling
SOS Center Console
Integra Type R shift knob
Northwest Leathers Custom Black/Red reverse stitching seat covers
Black Carpet kit and black side bolsters from Acura
Acura Black gas switch, trunk release, hatch release, and hood release switches
Custom Mats and Harness Pads from Hrant
Custom Fiberglass work:
1.Subwoofer Enclosure
2.Amplifier rack in trunk
3.Enclosure behind seats/ Valentine One Mount
Custom Speaker Covers
NSX Formula Red Automotive Paint with flex additive and Clear Coat
Custom Laser Cut and Etched Acrylic Amp and Subwoofer Covers
Credits:
D’Ecosse- for countless emails and PM’s of advice with each phase of my project
Coachworks Plus in Concord, NC: Bryan Hershner owner and Chief Installer
Freeman’s Stereo Charlotte, NC: Chris Dunphy consultant and sales
And now, for some pictures of my car.
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A closer shot to show how much room it takes up:
The touchscreen/ computer runs Windows XP and can be used for virtually limitless applications:
For MP3's ( How's 40GB of storage for ya!)
For DVD's ( the computer's audio output goes directly into the Alpine auxiliary input for a crystal clear sound)
for Navigation: (Currently using DeLorme Street Atlas....pic my location near Lake Murray in S.C.)
With my USB 2.0 Wireless G adapter I can keep up to date on the Prime happenings as long as I'm in a Hot Spot:
Behind the passenger seat is the custom keyboard holder and Valentine One Mount:
Versatile Link Auxiliary Inputs behind drivers seat:
No Spare Tire, but plenty of spare power!
And now, pictures of my amp rack:
The fiber optic cable can be set to different color or set to slowly change from one color to the next.
The rectangular area to the left of the trunk is felt lined holding area that can hold a can of Tire inflator, small tools, CD/DVD's etc.
another side shot:
and a cool freaky night shot:
This part of the project is coming to a close. Currently I have my Xenarc computer behind the passenger seat and I am considering having it mounted in the trunk amp rack if space allows. If so, I'll post updated pictures.
Once again a big thank you to D'Ecosse, Malibu Rapper and all the other members of NSX Prime who helped me out with great advice during this project.
Well, after over 3 months of painstakingly slow waiting, my NSX stereo project is pretty much finished. I must say that I am extremely pleased with the outcome. It’s exactly the way I hoped it would be. Mind you, this took several revisions to get it to this point. It sounds unbelievable. Now, the first time I play any of my old CD’s in my NSX, it’s like listening to the song for the first time…only the way it was meant to be heard!
Admittedly the interior conversion isn’t for everyone, But then again, neither are all of my exterior body mods. The former interior was stock camel, which was very nice and classy looking. With the outside of this car being modified and lowered with the 18/19 wheel combo, I wanted to modify the interior and trunk to match. I leaned a little towards “over the top” because I wanted to enter it in some car shows, just for fun.
This is a list (that I can remember) of the parts and components that went into this conversion:
Alpine CDA 9835 Head Unit
Alpine SPX-177A Flagship 2 way Speakers
Alpine CHA- S634 6-CD/MP3 changer
Alpine KCA-410C Versatile Link Terminal Box
Tru Technology Copper 7 Amplifier
Tru Technology F1-B Active Crossover and Line Driver
Phase Linear Aliante 10” Subwoofer
Terk XMDirect Universal Tuner Box
Terk XM Adapter for Alpine
Smartenna
Valentine One Radar Detector remote Remote Display
Viper Alarm
Computer: Xenarc MP-SC8:
Pentium 4 2.8GHz, 512 Mb RAM, 40GB HD, USB 2.0, PCMCIA slot, Windows XP
Xenarc 700TSV- 7” USB Touch Screen LCD Monitor
Gyration Ultra GT compact wireless keyboard and air mouse
Powered USB 2.0 4 port Hub
Two Optima Yellow Top Deep Cycle Batteries
12 volt 100 Watt Color Box
5/16” Solid Side fiber optic Glow Cabling
Neons, Fans, Cabling
SOS Center Console
Integra Type R shift knob
Northwest Leathers Custom Black/Red reverse stitching seat covers
Black Carpet kit and black side bolsters from Acura
Acura Black gas switch, trunk release, hatch release, and hood release switches
Custom Mats and Harness Pads from Hrant
Custom Fiberglass work:
1.Subwoofer Enclosure
2.Amplifier rack in trunk
3.Enclosure behind seats/ Valentine One Mount
Custom Speaker Covers
NSX Formula Red Automotive Paint with flex additive and Clear Coat
Custom Laser Cut and Etched Acrylic Amp and Subwoofer Covers
Credits:
D’Ecosse- for countless emails and PM’s of advice with each phase of my project
Coachworks Plus in Concord, NC: Bryan Hershner owner and Chief Installer
Freeman’s Stereo Charlotte, NC: Chris Dunphy consultant and sales
And now, for some pictures of my car.
[
A closer shot to show how much room it takes up:
The touchscreen/ computer runs Windows XP and can be used for virtually limitless applications:
For MP3's ( How's 40GB of storage for ya!)
For DVD's ( the computer's audio output goes directly into the Alpine auxiliary input for a crystal clear sound)
for Navigation: (Currently using DeLorme Street Atlas....pic my location near Lake Murray in S.C.)
With my USB 2.0 Wireless G adapter I can keep up to date on the Prime happenings as long as I'm in a Hot Spot:
Behind the passenger seat is the custom keyboard holder and Valentine One Mount:
Versatile Link Auxiliary Inputs behind drivers seat:
No Spare Tire, but plenty of spare power!
And now, pictures of my amp rack:
The fiber optic cable can be set to different color or set to slowly change from one color to the next.
The rectangular area to the left of the trunk is felt lined holding area that can hold a can of Tire inflator, small tools, CD/DVD's etc.
another side shot:
and a cool freaky night shot:
This part of the project is coming to a close. Currently I have my Xenarc computer behind the passenger seat and I am considering having it mounted in the trunk amp rack if space allows. If so, I'll post updated pictures.
Once again a big thank you to D'Ecosse, Malibu Rapper and all the other members of NSX Prime who helped me out with great advice during this project.
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It is insane!
