otterman’s 2007 Acura RDX

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Ride Name 2007 Acura RDX
Make Acura
Model RDX
Year 2007
Published 7/22/2008 6:04:00 AM
Horsepower -1
0-60 Time N/A
Weight -1
1/4m sec N/A
Torque -1
Top speed -1 mph
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otterman’s 2007 Acura RDX

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Ignitions & Electrical Stinger Wiring

Installed 07/2008
Mobile Electronics Dynaudio Tweeters

Installed 07/2008
Mobile Electronics Dynaudio Speakers

Installed 07/2008
Mobile Electronics Kenwood Video

Installed 07/2008
Mobile Electronics Kenwood Head Unit

Installed 07/2008
Mobile Electronics Kenwood Amplifier

Installed 07/2008

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otterman’s 2007 Acura RDX

2007 Acura RDX - 20's and custom audio system

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TWEETER INSTALLATION AND OTHER PICS Dynaudio MD100 tweeter mounted in the factory pod. Just took a little trimming with the utility knife and they mounted right up and look stock. Tweeter wired in by clipping the factory plug and splicing pig-tails using twist connectors, which then were secured with electrical tape to eliminate any chance of rattles. Stinger 8 guage power wire, run down passenger side, opposite of all signal cables and speaker wires to reduce noise possibility. Boston Pro 6.5" woofer vs. Dynaudio 8" woofer. I think the Dynaudio's will just barely fit behind the door panels.... Rough-cut rings for the Dynaudio "experiment". These I'll router to perfection (I'm obsessive/compulsive) Routered rings... Back side of factory panel/grill. The speaker grill is concave, which reduces speaker clearance necessary for mounting the big Dynaudio woofers. I cut the factory grills out with a utility knife and replaced with MB Quart grills I had laying around. I'll replace the logo with Dynaudio when I get a chance to fabricate some up...

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AMP RACK/HATCH AREA BUILDFollowing are some pics of the amp rack in the hatch. It holds the Kenwood KOS-V1000, which is essentially the "brain" of the A/V system. It is controlled via the 7" Kenwood touchscreen monitor up front. The amp is a Kenwood Excelon KAC-X522 putting out 165 watts to each of it's 2 channels. I wanted to be consistent with equipment, which is why I didn't go with a higher-end amplifier to complement the Dynaudio separates. That being said, the Kenwood has performed admirably.

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SPEAKER INSTALLATION PAGE Factory speaker (left) compared to Morel Hybrid Ovation 6.5" (right) MDF mounting ring for Morel woofer Morel woofer required 2 rings glued together for reduced mounting depth. I didn't router these to a perfect circle because they're hidden behind the door panels, and I will likely upgrade to a larger woofer later. Painted rings with SEM flat black texture coat to reduce visibility behind the factory grill. The back of the speaker grill has a plastic baffle that comes in contact with the foam ring around the factory speaker to seal and direct the output. This had to be trimmed with a utility knife to clear the bigger Morel speaker. I used RAAMAT behind the speaker and baffle rings to deaden the door panel and seal the mounting surface. OK, this is a Boston Pro woofer mounted, as 1 of my Morel's was apparently blown. These are the older Boston Pro's from a 3-way set I've been saving for awhile.

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Hope you enjoy my RDX site. I'm documenting the audio/video install because it seems I'm the only person on the planet that has been crazy enough to gut the factory Acura system, and it definitely is a challenge. I've also installed 20" rims and a Hondata ECU upgrade. Come back often as I'll be updating the site as the modifications continue. Please rate my ride! These are pics before the install of the Acura front spoiler. Page 5 shows updated exterior pics. Sport Edition 20x8.5 alloys Kenwood KOS-L702 touch-screen monitor

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Crossovers installed. These are easily accessible by removing 1 screw and simply pulling the carpeted console cover out. Following are some pics of the fender gap (or lack thereof now!) after installing Ichiba 15mm wheel spacers. The wheels now barely sit inside the fender, filling up the fender well for much cleaner look.

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TWEETER INSTALLATION AND OTHER PICS Dynaudio MD100 tweeter mounted in the factory pod. Just took a little trimming with the utility knife and they mounted right up and look stock. Tweeter wired in by clipping the factory plug and splicing pig-tails using twist connectors, which then were secured with electrical tape to eliminate any chance of rattles. Stinger 8 guage power wire, run down passenger side, opposite of all signal cables and speaker wires to reduce noise possibility. Boston Pro 6.5" woofer vs. Dynaudio 8" woofer. I think the Dynaudio's will just barely fit behind the door panels.... Rough-cut rings for the Dynaudio "experiment". These I'll router to perfection (I'm obsessive/compulsive) Routered rings... Back side of factory panel/grill. The speaker grill is concave, which reduces speaker clearance necessary for mounting the big Dynaudio woofers. I cut the factory grills out with a utility knife and replaced with MB Quart grills I had laying around. I'll replace the logo with Dynaudio when I get a chance to fabricate some up...

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Hope you enjoy my RDX site. I'm documenting the audio/video install because it seems I'm the only person on the planet that has been crazy enough to gut the factory Acura system, and it definitely is a challenge. I've also installed 20" rims and a Hondata ECU upgrade. Come back often as I'll be updating the site as the modifications continue. Please rate my ride! These are pics before the install of the Acura front spoiler. Page 5 shows updated exterior pics. Sport Edition 20x8.5 alloys Kenwood KOS-L702 touch-screen monitor

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SPEAKER INSTALLATION PAGE Factory speaker (left) compared to Morel Hybrid Ovation 6.5" (right) MDF mounting ring for Morel woofer Morel woofer required 2 rings glued together for reduced mounting depth. I didn't router these to a perfect circle because they're hidden behind the door panels, and I will likely upgrade to a larger woofer later. Painted rings with SEM flat black texture coat to reduce visibility behind the factory grill. The back of the speaker grill has a plastic baffle that comes in contact with the foam ring around the factory speaker to seal and direct the output. This had to be trimmed with a utility knife to clear the bigger Morel speaker. I used RAAMAT behind the speaker and baffle rings to deaden the door panel and seal the mounting surface. OK, this is a Boston Pro woofer mounted, as 1 of my Morel's was apparently blown. These are the older Boston Pro's from a 3-way set I've been saving for awhile.

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TWEETER INSTALLATION AND OTHER PICS Dynaudio MD100 tweeter mounted in the factory pod. Just took a little trimming with the utility knife and they mounted right up and look stock. Tweeter wired in by clipping the factory plug and splicing pig-tails using twist connectors, which then were secured with electrical tape to eliminate any chance of rattles. Stinger 8 guage power wire, run down passenger side, opposite of all signal cables and speaker wires to reduce noise possibility. Boston Pro 6.5" woofer vs. Dynaudio 8" woofer. I think the Dynaudio's will just barely fit behind the door panels.... Rough-cut rings for the Dynaudio "experiment". These I'll router to perfection (I'm obsessive/compulsive) Routered rings... Back side of factory panel/grill. The speaker grill is concave, which reduces speaker clearance necessary for mounting the big Dynaudio woofers. I cut the factory grills out with a utility knife and replaced with MB Quart grills I had laying around. I'll replace the logo with Dynaudio when I get a chance to fabricate some up...

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TWEETER INSTALLATION AND OTHER PICS Dynaudio MD100 tweeter mounted in the factory pod. Just took a little trimming with the utility knife and they mounted right up and look stock. Tweeter wired in by clipping the factory plug and splicing pig-tails using twist connectors, which then were secured with electrical tape to eliminate any chance of rattles. Stinger 8 guage power wire, run down passenger side, opposite of all signal cables and speaker wires to reduce noise possibility. Boston Pro 6.5" woofer vs. Dynaudio 8" woofer. I think the Dynaudio's will just barely fit behind the door panels.... Rough-cut rings for the Dynaudio "experiment". These I'll router to perfection (I'm obsessive/compulsive) Routered rings... Back side of factory panel/grill. The speaker grill is concave, which reduces speaker clearance necessary for mounting the big Dynaudio woofers. I cut the factory grills out with a utility knife and replaced with MB Quart grills I had laying around. I'll replace the logo with Dynaudio when I get a chance to fabricate some up...

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Hope you enjoy my RDX site. I'm documenting the audio/video install because it seems I'm the only person on the planet that has been crazy enough to gut the factory Acura system, and it definitely is a challenge. I've also installed 20" rims and a Hondata ECU upgrade. Come back often as I'll be updating the site as the modifications continue. Please rate my ride! These are pics before the install of the Acura front spoiler. Page 5 shows updated exterior pics. Sport Edition 20x8.5 alloys Kenwood KOS-L702 touch-screen monitor

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SPEAKER INSTALLATION PAGE Factory speaker (left) compared to Morel Hybrid Ovation 6.5" (right) MDF mounting ring for Morel woofer Morel woofer required 2 rings glued together for reduced mounting depth. I didn't router these to a perfect circle because they're hidden behind the door panels, and I will likely upgrade to a larger woofer later. Painted rings with SEM flat black texture coat to reduce visibility behind the factory grill. The back of the speaker grill has a plastic baffle that comes in contact with the foam ring around the factory speaker to seal and direct the output. This had to be trimmed with a utility knife to clear the bigger Morel speaker. I used RAAMAT behind the speaker and baffle rings to deaden the door panel and seal the mounting surface. OK, this is a Boston Pro woofer mounted, as 1 of my Morel's was apparently blown. These are the older Boston Pro's from a 3-way set I've been saving for awhile.

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TWEETER INSTALLATION AND OTHER PICS Dynaudio MD100 tweeter mounted in the factory pod. Just took a little trimming with the utility knife and they mounted right up and look stock. Tweeter wired in by clipping the factory plug and splicing pig-tails using twist connectors, which then were secured with electrical tape to eliminate any chance of rattles. Stinger 8 guage power wire, run down passenger side, opposite of all signal cables and speaker wires to reduce noise possibility. Boston Pro 6.5" woofer vs. Dynaudio 8" woofer. I think the Dynaudio's will just barely fit behind the door panels.... Rough-cut rings for the Dynaudio "experiment". These I'll router to perfection (I'm obsessive/compulsive) Routered rings... Back side of factory panel/grill. The speaker grill is concave, which reduces speaker clearance necessary for mounting the big Dynaudio woofers. I cut the factory grills out with a utility knife and replaced with MB Quart grills I had laying around. I'll replace the logo with Dynaudio when I get a chance to fabricate some up...

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Hope you enjoy my RDX site. I'm documenting the audio/video install because it seems I'm the only person on the planet that has been crazy enough to gut the factory Acura system, and it definitely is a challenge. I've also installed 20" rims and a Hondata ECU upgrade. Come back often as I'll be updating the site as the modifications continue. Please rate my ride! These are pics before the install of the Acura front spoiler. Page 5 shows updated exterior pics. Sport Edition 20x8.5 alloys Kenwood KOS-L702 touch-screen monitor

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SPEAKER INSTALLATION PAGE Factory speaker (left) compared to Morel Hybrid Ovation 6.5" (right) MDF mounting ring for Morel woofer Morel woofer required 2 rings glued together for reduced mounting depth. I didn't router these to a perfect circle because they're hidden behind the door panels, and I will likely upgrade to a larger woofer later. Painted rings with SEM flat black texture coat to reduce visibility behind the factory grill. The back of the speaker grill has a plastic baffle that comes in contact with the foam ring around the factory speaker to seal and direct the output. This had to be trimmed with a utility knife to clear the bigger Morel speaker. I used RAAMAT behind the speaker and baffle rings to deaden the door panel and seal the mounting surface. OK, this is a Boston Pro woofer mounted, as 1 of my Morel's was apparently blown. These are the older Boston Pro's from a 3-way set I've been saving for awhile.

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Hope you enjoy my RDX site. I'm documenting the audio/video install because it seems I'm the only person on the planet that has been crazy enough to gut the factory Acura system, and it definitely is a challenge. I've also installed 20" rims and a Hondata ECU upgrade. Come back often as I'll be updating the site as the modifications continue. Please rate my ride! These are pics before the install of the Acura front spoiler. Page 5 shows updated exterior pics. Sport Edition 20x8.5 alloys Kenwood KOS-L702 touch-screen monitor

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SPEAKER INSTALLATION PAGE Factory speaker (left) compared to Morel Hybrid Ovation 6.5" (right) MDF mounting ring for Morel woofer Morel woofer required 2 rings glued together for reduced mounting depth. I didn't router these to a perfect circle because they're hidden behind the door panels, and I will likely upgrade to a larger woofer later. Painted rings with SEM flat black texture coat to reduce visibility behind the factory grill. The back of the speaker grill has a plastic baffle that comes in contact with the foam ring around the factory speaker to seal and direct the output. This had to be trimmed with a utility knife to clear the bigger Morel speaker. I used RAAMAT behind the speaker and baffle rings to deaden the door panel and seal the mounting surface. OK, this is a Boston Pro woofer mounted, as 1 of my Morel's was apparently blown. These are the older Boston Pro's from a 3-way set I've been saving for awhile.

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TWEETER INSTALLATION AND OTHER PICS Dynaudio MD100 tweeter mounted in the factory pod. Just took a little trimming with the utility knife and they mounted right up and look stock. Tweeter wired in by clipping the factory plug and splicing pig-tails using twist connectors, which then were secured with electrical tape to eliminate any chance of rattles. Stinger 8 guage power wire, run down passenger side, opposite of all signal cables and speaker wires to reduce noise possibility. Boston Pro 6.5" woofer vs. Dynaudio 8" woofer. I think the Dynaudio's will just barely fit behind the door panels.... Rough-cut rings for the Dynaudio "experiment". These I'll router to perfection (I'm obsessive/compulsive) Routered rings... Back side of factory panel/grill. The speaker grill is concave, which reduces speaker clearance necessary for mounting the big Dynaudio woofers. I cut the factory grills out with a utility knife and replaced with MB Quart grills I had laying around. I'll replace the logo with Dynaudio when I get a chance to fabricate some up...

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SPEAKER INSTALLATION PAGE Factory speaker (left) compared to Morel Hybrid Ovation 6.5" (right) MDF mounting ring for Morel woofer Morel woofer required 2 rings glued together for reduced mounting depth. I didn't router these to a perfect circle because they're hidden behind the door panels, and I will likely upgrade to a larger woofer later. Painted rings with SEM flat black texture coat to reduce visibility behind the factory grill. The back of the speaker grill has a plastic baffle that comes in contact with the foam ring around the factory speaker to seal and direct the output. This had to be trimmed with a utility knife to clear the bigger Morel speaker. I used RAAMAT behind the speaker and baffle rings to deaden the door panel and seal the mounting surface. OK, this is a Boston Pro woofer mounted, as 1 of my Morel's was apparently blown. These are the older Boston Pro's from a 3-way set I've been saving for awhile.

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