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BigVic · 02-23-2013, 06:35 AM

Well, I finally upgraded my 2012 1LS non-BA system with a simple powered sub install for the trunk.

I went with the Rockford Fosgate Punch P300-10, It's a 10 " sub.

The sub is great, I really like it. It was around one hundred fifty bucks shipped at Sonic Electronix.
http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_...e-P300-10.html

http://www.crutchfield.com/p_575P300...10.html?tp=114

Here is a link to the manual/instructions for the sub:
http://a248.e.akamai.net/pix.crutchf.../575P30012.PDF

The install was super easy. Pos to battery, neg to bolt in trunk. Used speaker level inputs. I tapped into the rear speaker...easy. I did not need a separate turn on wire, as the sub turns on when an incoming audio signal is detected , and off when no audio signal.

No line output converter is needed. Just connect the pos/neg from the sub to the pos/neg of your rear speakers. I just used a t-tap so I didn't even cut the wire.

Here are the colors for the +/- for both the rear non-BA speakers (option code UQ3).

======================
Left (drivers rear):
(-) Yellow
(+) Brown

Right (pass. rear):
(-) Light Blue
(+) Dark Blue

===================

The only thing I needed to run up front is the PNC rotary control. Controls the bass level. It is optional, but it's a no-brainer install so you can fine tune the bass. If not, all the controls for boost/output would be in the back.

It also fits perfect. Push it all the way back, and it fits perfect, like it was made for the Camaro. Just used a little velcro. I'll post a pic later.

The sound is very good, and I can easily make the rear view mirror shake. Glad I made the purchase. It gives the stock stereo that missing low end punch that was missing without spending all that much.

Forum user Hayden installed the 12" version, and he is also quite pleased.

Hayden · 02-23-2013, 10:30 AM

Ill take some pictures and throw it up on here maybe even a video

Still working on the permanent positioning.

BigVic · 02-23-2013, 02:56 PM

Note how well it fits...it was perfect.

Hayden · 02-23-2013, 03:06 PM

You weren't kidding about the perfect fit!

If mine was just a little wider than it was tall It would have been nice to have it sit up like that!

Frid · 02-23-2013, 04:09 PM

Wow. That looks great

BigVic · 02-23-2013, 04:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Frid

Wow. That looks great

Thanks Frid

Hayden · 02-23-2013, 05:18 PM

Added a video

Hard to really show the true sound though.

sanjosebmx · 02-25-2013, 12:09 PM

has anyone installed this with the BA system? Looks almost too easy?

Hayden · 02-25-2013, 01:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sanjosebmx

has anyone installed this with the BA system? Looks almost too easy?

Not sure why it would be any different. Tapping into the rear speaker. But I'm sure someone with more knowledge will tune in.

sanjosebmx · 03-06-2013, 02:50 PM

I'm putting one of these in this weekend.. got it from amazon shipped for about 200 bucks including tax...

Hayden · 03-06-2013, 04:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sanjosebmx

I'm putting one of these in this weekend.. got it from amazon shipped for about 200 bucks including tax...

Sweet, super easy.. Still enjoying mine!

MrGs SS · 03-06-2013, 07:36 PM

Looks great, would love to hear it. Its a reasonably priced alternative to some of the other set ups I have seen.

sanjosebmx · 03-07-2013, 05:31 PM

Installed, some trial and error on the BA rear speaker wiring.. but it works, and sounds great. Gives me just the punch I needed..

45thCamaro · 03-28-2013, 06:41 PM

What about installing this with the ******** harness? I'm looking at doing the 12" model. And I figured the ******** harness would make it much easier. Supposedly it's just plug and play and it gives you remote turn on with a set of RCAs.

02-23-2013, 06:35 AM	#1
BigVic Speed Racer Drives: 2022 LT1 Join Date: May 2012 Location: SE Florida Posts: 239	Installed Rockford Fosgate powered subwoofer Well, I finally upgraded my 2012 1LS non-BA system with a simple powered sub install for the trunk. I went with the Rockford Fosgate Punch P300-10, It's a 10 " sub. The sub is great, I really like it. It was around one hundred fifty bucks shipped at Sonic Electronix. http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_...e-P300-10.html http://www.crutchfield.com/p_575P300...10.html?tp=114 Here is a link to the manual/instructions for the sub: http://a248.e.akamai.net/pix.crutchf.../575P30012.PDF The install was super easy. Pos to battery, neg to bolt in trunk. Used speaker level inputs. I tapped into the rear speaker...easy. I did not need a separate turn on wire, as the sub turns on when an incoming audio signal is detected , and off when no audio signal. No line output converter is needed. Just connect the pos/neg from the sub to the pos/neg of your rear speakers. I just used a t-tap so I didn't even cut the wire. Here are the colors for the +/- for both the rear non-BA speakers (option code UQ3). ====================== Left (drivers rear): (-) Yellow (+) Brown Right (pass. rear): (-) Light Blue (+) Dark Blue =================== The only thing I needed to run up front is the PNC rotary control. Controls the bass level. It is optional, but it's a no-brainer install so you can fine tune the bass. If not, all the controls for boost/output would be in the back. It also fits perfect. Push it all the way back, and it fits perfect, like it was made for the Camaro. Just used a little velcro. I'll post a pic later. The sound is very good, and I can easily make the rear view mirror shake. Glad I made the purchase. It gives the stock stereo that missing low end punch that was missing without spending all that much. Forum user Hayden installed the 12" version, and he is also quite pleased. __________________ 2022 Summit White LT1 - 6.2L, M6, Dual Mode Exhaust, RS Package, Red Calipers, Red Seat Belts, Red Knee Pads, Black Bowtie Badges, Decklid-Mounted Rear Spoiler Post delivery - FR 41 ZL1 Replica Rims (20x10 Front, +23 - 20x11 Rear, +43), Llumar 28% Tint, Ceramic Paint Coating, Hardwired Uniden R3 Radar Unit and Viofo A129 Dashcam, TMG A-15 (dual) front Laser Jammers

02-23-2013, 10:30 AM	#2
Hayden You serious Clark? Drives: 2012 Summit White 2LS Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Auburn, AL Posts: 323	Ill take some pictures and throw it up on here maybe even a video Still working on the permanent positioning. __________________ www.Alabama5thGen.com

02-23-2013, 02:56 PM	#3
BigVic Speed Racer Drives: 2022 LT1 Join Date: May 2012 Location: SE Florida Posts: 239	Pics of Sub Note how well it fits...it was perfect. __________________ 2022 Summit White LT1 - 6.2L, M6, Dual Mode Exhaust, RS Package, Red Calipers, Red Seat Belts, Red Knee Pads, Black Bowtie Badges, Decklid-Mounted Rear Spoiler Post delivery - FR 41 ZL1 Replica Rims (20x10 Front, +23 - 20x11 Rear, +43), Llumar 28% Tint, Ceramic Paint Coating, Hardwired Uniden R3 Radar Unit and Viofo A129 Dashcam, TMG A-15 (dual) front Laser Jammers

02-23-2013, 03:06 PM	#4
Hayden You serious Clark? Drives: 2012 Summit White 2LS Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Auburn, AL Posts: 323	You weren't kidding about the perfect fit! If mine was just a little wider than it was tall It would have been nice to have it sit up like that! __________________ www.Alabama5thGen.com

02-23-2013, 04:09 PM	#5
Frid Drives: '11 Camaro 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Lexington, SC Posts: 3,483	Wow. That looks great __________________

02-23-2013, 05:18 PM	#7
Hayden You serious Clark? Drives: 2012 Summit White 2LS Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Auburn, AL Posts: 323	Added a video Hard to really show the true sound though. __________________ www.Alabama5thGen.com

02-25-2013, 12:09 PM	#8
sanjosebmx Drives: 2011 2SS Synergy Green Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Ripon, CA Posts: 383	has anyone installed this with the BA system? Looks almost too easy?

03-06-2013, 02:50 PM	#10
sanjosebmx Drives: 2011 2SS Synergy Green Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Ripon, CA Posts: 383	I'm putting one of these in this weekend.. got it from amazon shipped for about 200 bucks including tax...

03-06-2013, 07:36 PM	#12
MrGs SS Drives: 2013 Black SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Florida Posts: 126	Looks great, would love to hear it. Its a reasonably priced alternative to some of the other set ups I have seen. __________________ 2013 2SS Black~ L99 Performance Mods-CAI intake, APEX washer bottle relocate and scoop, Ported TB. SLP 160 degree stat, Norris Catch-can, Pfadt Tri-Y headers, BMR F/R sway bars and Arms, Corsa cat back exhaust. Appearance Mods-Blackout kit (markers, tail lights), black tail light bezels, black chrome trunk lettering, LSR billet engine dress-up kit, sub box. Billet tensioner pulley and thermostat housing (Billetcustom), Heritage grille. Tuned by Matt @ Florida Speed and Power 379/388 Mustang dyno

03-07-2013, 05:31 PM	#13
sanjosebmx Drives: 2011 2SS Synergy Green Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Ripon, CA Posts: 383	Installed, some trial and error on the BA rear speaker wiring.. but it works, and sounds great. Gives me just the punch I needed.. Last edited by sanjosebmx; 03-12-2013 at 07:14 PM.

03-28-2013, 06:41 PM	#14
45thCamaro Drives: 2012 Camaro 45th Anniversary RS Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: New York Posts: 2,418	What about installing this with the ****** harness? I'm looking at doing the 12" model. And I figured the ****** harness would make it much easier. Supposedly it's just plug and play and it gives you remote turn on with a set of RCAs.