biturbowagon Posted October 8, 2005 Share Posted October 8, 2005 I like having as rattle-free a car as possible. My new LGT is pretty quiet, and I'd like to keep it that way. Having the dealer install a factory sub and/or auto-dimming mirror--how likely could it be done without adding rattles to the car? I know there is no absolute answer to this question, but I figure that someone might have a handle on the answer. I've STFA, and have found info on performing such installations, but I don't have a specific answer to this question. If I missed it in the archive, please feel free to point me in the right direction. TIA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forestir Posted October 8, 2005 Share Posted October 8, 2005 Car is basically pre-wired for both items. I'd say they're very low-risk installs. You could do them yourself even. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laz Posted October 8, 2005 Share Posted October 8, 2005 Yes very simple installs, and mine came with both install from the delaership and no rattles. Well except for the butt rattle when the volume is high! X --- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brady Posted October 8, 2005 Share Posted October 8, 2005 The car is not pre-wired for the sub install. Furthermore, they'll do a half assed job if they do a dealer install of the sub. My advice, do it yourself and then maybe even use a little silicone on some key mounting points to minimize rattles. For the sub install, I would highly recommend removing the driver's seat if possible to get the wires beneath the carpet for the best install. Just my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
05_Sport Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 The auto dim mirror install was really simple to do. I've heard the factory sub is more challenging (well, that's at least what the dealer told me), but I have no direct experience for that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bryanbrazil Posted October 13, 2005 Share Posted October 13, 2005 I installed the OEM sub last week and it was no problem. I unbolted the driver seat and tipped it back to get the harness under the carpet. The hardest part is just removing all of the trim to get to the radio. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biturbowagon Posted October 13, 2005 Author Share Posted October 13, 2005 Thanks for the info, everyone. My one significant disappointment with the new car is the quality of the stereo. I especially like classical music, but also listen to jazz, rock, etc. I'm considering adding the subwoofer as a way to make the sound a bit better. But, as I wrote before, I don't want to add any rattles or squeaks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petmor Posted October 25, 2005 Share Posted October 25, 2005 How good is the Sub anyway. Since I'm considering buying a new Lagacy, I asked the dealer about the sub and he adviced against buying it. He recommended a Blaupunkt sub instead. It would cost just a bit more but he said it was a difference like day & night. Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bryanbrazil Posted October 25, 2005 Share Posted October 25, 2005 I don't think the Subaru sub is that great...but I'll probably keep it even though I will be installing an Alpine headunit soon. It's nice that it doesn't take up any space. How good is the Sub anyway. Since I'm considering buying a new Lagacy, I asked the dealer about the sub and he adviced against buying it. He recommended a Blaupunkt sub instead. It would cost just a bit more but he said it was a difference like day & night. Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockyMtnGT Posted October 25, 2005 Share Posted October 25, 2005 I have the mirror and the sub- neither rattles in my car. The sub sounds good IMHO, as long as your not looking to bounce quarters off the roof (I'm not)...You just have to be sure to set the level and crossover points correctly. I had the dealer do mine when I took delivery and I'm very happy. Passengers in my car usually comment on how good it sounds.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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