12v accessory in trunk?

TJay74 · 07-27-2017, 07:35 AM

So I have a 2017 SS 1LE. I spent the last 2 days installing the JL Audio Stealthbox in my car. I am using a Kicker CX300.1 amp with the power and ground going over to the area by the battery (ground to a ground post, 12v going to the 100A terminal on the battery power block).

I am using the high level input option and ran the wires from the passenger front speaker back to the rear and into the high level input. For some reason the voltage increase is not enough to trigger the high level turn on for the amp. So I went into the trunk fuse block to find a 12v switched fuse. I found one and used it, but was greeted with an almost dead battery this morning.

What 12v switched fuse spot is everyone using for a trigger in the trunk? I need one that is known to work and wont keep a sub-circuit on that can drain the batter. I only found 4 12v switched circuits in the rear fuse panel, they were in the middle section of the fuse panel on the right side of the 3 rows. I tried the wireless charging fuse, but I don't have wireless charging in my car so that fuse location didn't power up.

Anyone know of a spot that is 12v switched that comes on with only the radio button coming on or when the car is turned on and running?

Thanks in advance... Todd

TJay74 · 07-27-2017, 07:40 AM

Here are some of my install pics...

TJay74 · 07-28-2017, 07:36 AM

Well I figured it out yesterday. I used the wireless charging fuse spot. I guess the pin on the top of the fuse has some plastic over it which is why my probe didn't show any voltage.

Swapped my amp trigger over to that and now we are cooking. I have sub anytime the radio is on now, and no more voltage drain that kills the battery. After sitting all night I was at 12.70v this morning and my truck used as a comparison was at 12.60v.

Super happy now, finally have some rear fill with some nice bass. The 1LE SS radio sounds pretty decent to me, just needed some punch from the rear. The wife was less than impressed though, but she doesn't drive the car so that is a moot point.

Oramac2016 · 07-28-2017, 10:37 PM

I was looking to do the same. Need more thump. The jl is definitly a nice option. I like how it almost didnt affect your trunk space at all. One question though if you dont mind me asking....how much was the stealthbox?

TJay74 · 07-31-2017, 08:30 AM

Right at $800 shipped with tax.

Megahurtz · 07-31-2017, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by TJay74

Right at $800 shipped with tax.

I've been considering this purchase but can't figure out how the box is worth even half that price. I have a 2SS with Bose so I'm not too concerned with upgrading, but it would be nice to have that low end punch.

TJay74 · 08-01-2017, 10:11 AM

I am with ya, the I cant see the cost for the box either. It is maybe a $500-$600 setup for sure.

I had to pay to play, the 1ss 1LE sound system is really lacking, has plenty of mids and highs, it just needed some low end punch to finish it out.

Zzzato · 08-01-2017, 11:09 AM

I'm late to the thread but what I did was tap the power and ground from the factory amp to my lc7i to then power my amps on. Nice setup! I like how clean it looks

TJay74 · 08-02-2017, 07:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zzzato

I'm late to the thread but what I did was tap the power and ground from the factory amp to my lc7i to then power my amps on. Nice setup! I like how clean it looks

Yeah since I have a 1LE we don't have a factory amp to tap off of, had I it would have made this whole install a lot easier.

Zzzato · 08-02-2017, 07:55 AM

Ahhh that's crazy.

WhyUMad1LE · 01-21-2018, 02:15 PM

Pics aren't working. Did you get the TW3 or the W6? Debating between this or the High Output Ported Wedge Box facing rearward.

http://www.jlaudio.com/ho110rg-w3v3-...-systems-93135

drfeelgood · 01-21-2018, 05:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WhyUMad1LE

Pics aren't working. Did you get the TW3 or the W6? Debating between this or the High Output Ported Wedge Box facing rearward.

http://www.jlaudio.com/ho110rg-w3v3-...-systems-93135

get the W6, clean accurate bass. Can give deep bass with a larger box. But great for audiophiles or bass heads

NowaChevyGuy · 10-13-2020, 10:00 PM

I had some extra speakers so decided to go full out in my RS

SWRocket · 10-14-2020, 09:35 AM

Nice install. Curious if you're experiencing any issues with the door chimes using the LOC?
I was planning to use the Lc8i but heard people had sever issues with door chime loudness and other sounds...

07-27-2017, 07:35 AM	#1
TJay74 Drives: 17 Camaro SS 1LE & 16 Sierra AT CC Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Norman, OK Posts: 2,424	12v accessory in trunk? So I have a 2017 SS 1LE. I spent the last 2 days installing the JL Audio Stealthbox in my car. I am using a Kicker CX300.1 amp with the power and ground going over to the area by the battery (ground to a ground post, 12v going to the 100A terminal on the battery power block). I am using the high level input option and ran the wires from the passenger front speaker back to the rear and into the high level input. For some reason the voltage increase is not enough to trigger the high level turn on for the amp. So I went into the trunk fuse block to find a 12v switched fuse. I found one and used it, but was greeted with an almost dead battery this morning. What 12v switched fuse spot is everyone using for a trigger in the trunk? I need one that is known to work and wont keep a sub-circuit on that can drain the batter. I only found 4 12v switched circuits in the rear fuse panel, they were in the middle section of the fuse panel on the right side of the 3 rows. I tried the wireless charging fuse, but I don't have wireless charging in my car so that fuse location didn't power up. Anyone know of a spot that is 12v switched that comes on with only the radio button coming on or when the car is turned on and running? Thanks in advance... Todd

07-28-2017, 10:37 PM	#4
Oramac2016 Drives: 2016 Camaro RS Join Date: May 2016 Location: Louisiana Posts: 392	I was looking to do the same. Need more thump. The jl is definitly a nice option. I like how it almost didnt affect your trunk space at all. One question though if you dont mind me asking....how much was the stealthbox? __________________ 2016 Summit White 1LT RS, Brembo Brakes, NPP Exhaust,Front Glowtie, Rear Red Glowtie, Adrenaline Red Interior

10-13-2020, 10:00 PM	#13
NowaChevyGuy Drives: 2016 Camaro LT1 RS Black on Black Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: San Bernardino, CA Posts: 269	I had some extra speakers so decided to go full out in my RS Attached Images __________________ . NowAChevyGuy 2016 RS - Trifecta Tuned, 3.23 diff swap, Borla S Type, JMS Throttle Controller, Lambo doors, Monster stereo, GM LED rear tail lights, BMR swaybars/End Links/Trailing Arms, tinted dark and murdered out.[/br] Car kicks ass! $20k.. and I get 20mpg with my foot in it, everywhere I go!.... Say somethin about V6's now...

10-14-2020, 09:35 AM	#14
SWRocket Drives: 2021 2SS Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Vaughan, ON Posts: 612 View My Garage	Nice install. Curious if you're experiencing any issues with the door chimes using the LOC? I was planning to use the Lc8i but heard people had sever issues with door chime loudness and other sounds... __________________ 2021 2SS A10 - Summit White - NPP - MRC - Adrenaline Red Interior Pkg - Black Appearance Pkg - Ground Effect Pkg - Suede Steering Wheel and shifter - Red Calipers - Carbon Flash Wheels w black lug nuts - DD Tinted Side Markers - Hero Tinted Rear Reflectors - Redline Fender Badges - 20% Tint Audio System Build Log ----------------------------------------------------------- 2014 Z/28 Summit White - sold 2020 2010 2SS/RS Summit White - sold 2014

07-27-2017, 07:40 AM	#2
TJay74 Drives: 17 Camaro SS 1LE & 16 Sierra AT CC Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Norman, OK Posts: 2,424	Here are some of my install pics...

07-28-2017, 07:36 AM	#3
TJay74 Drives: 17 Camaro SS 1LE & 16 Sierra AT CC Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Norman, OK Posts: 2,424	Well I figured it out yesterday. I used the wireless charging fuse spot. I guess the pin on the top of the fuse has some plastic over it which is why my probe didn't show any voltage. Swapped my amp trigger over to that and now we are cooking. I have sub anytime the radio is on now, and no more voltage drain that kills the battery. After sitting all night I was at 12.70v this morning and my truck used as a comparison was at 12.60v. Super happy now, finally have some rear fill with some nice bass. The 1LE SS radio sounds pretty decent to me, just needed some punch from the rear. The wife was less than impressed though, but she doesn't drive the car so that is a moot point.

07-31-2017, 08:30 AM	#5
TJay74 Drives: 17 Camaro SS 1LE & 16 Sierra AT CC Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Norman, OK Posts: 2,424	Right at $800 shipped with tax.

08-01-2017, 10:11 AM	#7
TJay74 Drives: 17 Camaro SS 1LE & 16 Sierra AT CC Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Norman, OK Posts: 2,424	I am with ya, the I cant see the cost for the box either. It is maybe a $500-$600 setup for sure. I had to pay to play, the 1ss 1LE sound system is really lacking, has plenty of mids and highs, it just needed some low end punch to finish it out.

08-01-2017, 11:09 AM	#8
Zzzato Bigg Balls Drives: 2017 Red Hot 1SS Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Riverside CA Posts: 163 View My Garage	I'm late to the thread but what I did was tap the power and ground from the factory amp to my lc7i to then power my amps on. Nice setup! I like how clean it looks

08-02-2017, 07:55 AM	#10
Zzzato Bigg Balls Drives: 2017 Red Hot 1SS Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Riverside CA Posts: 163 View My Garage	Ahhh that's crazy.

01-21-2018, 02:15 PM	#11
WhyUMad1LE Drives: 17 SS 1LE Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 1,920	Pics aren't working. Did you get the TW3 or the W6? Debating between this or the High Output Ported Wedge Box facing rearward. http://www.jlaudio.com/ho110rg-w3v3-...-systems-93135

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