Musicar install

bfoolish1339 · 12-30-2011, 08:51 AM

Ok, so I finally pulled the trigger and got the level I pack from Musicar nw. Got everything in and I\'m ready to do the install. I think the guys are out for the holidays but I want to install this weekend. Bottom line... I have no clue what goes where.

Somebody point me to the thread... I know there is one, I just can\'t find it anymore.

taibanl · 12-30-2011, 08:56 AM

There isnt just one thread.

What are you installing?

THE TECH · 12-30-2011, 09:03 AM

It's very self-explanatory when you get everything spread out. The stock amp is in the trunk on the left side under the plastic piece. I've done their Subbass Module 2 on my car. It's quite easy.

bfoolish1339 · 12-30-2011, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by taibanl

There isnt just one thread.

What are you installing?

I've got the processor, rainbows, sails, amp, and sws's. Yea I guess I just need the amp and processor hookups. I've found threads on the speaker installs.

Should be all plug and play. Just have to figure out where to plug ya know.

bfoolish1339 · 12-30-2011, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by THE TECH

It's very self-explanatory when you get everything spread out. The stock amp is in the trunk on the left side under the plastic piece. I've done their Subbass Module 2 on my car. It's quite easy.

I don't have a stock amp. I'm adding one. Level I

THE TECH · 12-30-2011, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by bfoolish1339

I don't have a stock amp. I'm adding one. Level I

Easy enough then. What questions do you have then?

Technic · 12-30-2011, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by bfoolish1339

Ok, so I finally pulled the trigger and got the level I pack from Musicar nw. Got everything in and I\'m ready to do the install. I think the guys are out for the holidays but I want to install this weekend. Bottom line... I have no clue what goes where.

Somebody point me to the thread... I know there is one, I just can\'t find it anymore.

It will help to post what you got in the package and the OEM system that you will be installing to.

We just can't read minds, you know?

taibanl · 12-30-2011, 09:50 AM

I have almost the same system.

Find diy for
1) door trim removal
2) hu/ ac removal

Rest is self explanatory

Did you get a long technic harness?

Technic · 12-30-2011, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by taibanl

I have almost the same system.

Find diy for
1) door trim removal
2) hu/ ac removal

Rest is self explanatory

Did you get a long technic harness?

I bet, no.

bfoolish1339 · 12-30-2011, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Technic

Quote:

Originally Posted by bfoolish1339

Ok, so I finally pulled the trigger and got the level I pack from Musicar nw. Got everything in and I\'m ready to do the install. I think the guys are out for the holidays but I want to install this weekend. Bottom line... I have no clue what goes where.

Somebody point me to the thread... I know there is one, I just can\'t find it anymore.

It will help to post what you got in the package and the OEM system that you will be installing to.

We just can't read minds, you know?

I thought most of you guys were familiar with the the set up. Their level I package is for the base e90 system with no amp and no tweeters. Package includes subs, cleansweep, rainbows, amp, and all the appropriate pnp harnesses. Yes I think they include the one from technic.

I'll figure it out. Or blow it up trying. Thanks guys

bfoolish1339 · 12-30-2011, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by THE TECH

Quote:

Originally Posted by bfoolish1339

I don't have a stock amp. I'm adding one. Level I

Easy enough then. What questions do you have then?

Wiring diagram for the amp/HU/cleansweep.

What hooks into what?

taibanl · 12-30-2011, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Technic

I bet, no.

I was wondering because I thought you stopped selling them for base audio.

taibanl · 12-30-2011, 10:28 AM

post a pic of whatever wiring harness Ken sent you

bfoolish1339 · 12-30-2011, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by taibanl

post a pic of whatever wiring harness Ken sent you

I'll post pics everything shortly.

Technic · 12-30-2011, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by bfoolish1339

I thought most of you guys were familiar with the the set up. Their level I package is for the base e90 system with no amp and no tweeters. Package includes subs, cleansweep, rainbows, amp, and all the appropriate pnp harnesses. Yes I think they include the one from technic.

I'll figure it out. Or blow it up trying. Thanks guys

We are not familiar with your car.

- unbolt seats and tilt them back towards the rear seats.
- unplug and remove underseat woofers enclosures
- remove OEM woofers from OEM enclosures
- install Musicar woofers to OEM enclosure
- install modified OEM enclosure to car
- plug Musicar pre-made harness to OEM woofer connector in the car (left and right) and to Molex connector on new woofer
- run pre-made harness to the trunk
- bolt seats back
- remove door panels
- remove OEM mid
- install Musicar mid and tweeter (with included OEM tweeter pods) and crossover
- plug pre-made harness to OEM mid connector, to mid and tweeter
- connect pre-made harness in the trunk to Cleansweep, Cleansweep outputs to amp inputs and amp outputs to pre-made harness.
- connect 12V and ground to battery

Technic · 12-30-2011, 10:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by taibanl

I was wondering because I thought you stopped selling them for base audio.

I still have them for sale, but Musicar uses a different approach.

bfoolish1339 · 12-30-2011, 10:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Technic

Quote:

Originally Posted by bfoolish1339

I thought most of you guys were familiar with the the set up. Their level I package is for the base e90 system with no amp and no tweeters. Package includes subs, cleansweep, rainbows, amp, and all the appropriate pnp harnesses. Yes I think they include the one from technic.

I'll figure it out. Or blow it up trying. Thanks guys

We are not familiar with your car.

- unbolt seats and tilt them back towards the rear seats.
- unplug and remove underseat woofers enclosures
- remove OEM woofers from OEM enclosures
- install Musicar woofers to OEM enclosure
- install modified OEM enclosure to car
- plug Musicar pre-made harness to OEM woofer connector in the car (left and right) and to Molex connector on new woofer
- run pre-made harness to the trunk
- bolt seats back
- remove door panels
- remove OEM mid
- install Musicar mid and tweeter (with included OEM tweeter pods) and croosover
- plug pre-made harness to OEM mid connector, to mid and tweeter
- connect pre-made harness in the trunk to Cleansweep, Cleansweep outputs to amp inputs and amp outputs to pre-made harness.
- connect 12V and ground to battery

Thanks!

ctuna · 12-30-2011, 11:40 AM

What you get will depend on what stereo you started out with and if you have any upgrades. For instance a Hi Fi system won't have a cleansweep.
Its a good idea to have some spare plastic fasteners for the the door.
The first two part no are the ones you might need.

BMW Part no
51-41-8-224-768 b71d clip wi .71 ea door fastener natural
51-41-8-224-781 b71d clip wi 1.05 ea door fastener with seal gray
51-47-7-117-532 b18d clip wi .91 each door sill fastener
07-12-9-905-172 dp screw .71 each speaker grill screw
I didn't strip any heads out on these but they are soft
07-14-6-979-835 .71 Fillister screw under door trim
One of these was missing on my car

I documented my install and can send you a copy if you give me your actual email as I don't see a way to attach a word document to the email here.

When you are working on the car with the doors and trunk open the car is awake so its draining the battery you might want to either disconnect the battery or have it on a battery tender.

taibanl · 12-30-2011, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Technic

Quote:

Originally Posted by taibanl

I was wondering because I thought you stopped selling them for base audio.

I still have them for sale, but Musicar uses a different approach.

hmm didnt know that. Glad i got yours from them.

bfoolish1339 · 12-30-2011, 11:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ctuna

What you get will depend on what stereo you started out with and if you have any upgrades. For instance a Hi Fi system won't have a cleansweep.
Its a good idea to have some spare plastic fasteners for the the door.
The first two part no are the ones you might need.

BMW Part no
51-41-8-224-768 b71d clip wi .71 ea door fastener natural
51-41-8-224-781 b71d clip wi 1.05 ea door fastener with seal gray
51-47-7-117-532 b18d clip wi .91 each door sill fastener
07-12-9-905-172 dp screw .71 each speaker grill screw
I didn't strip any heads out on these but they are soft
07-14-6-979-835 .71 Fillister screw under door trim
One of these was missing on my car

I documented my install and can send you a copy if you give me your actual email as I don't see a way to attach a word document to the email here.

When you are working on the car with the doors and trunk open the car is awake so its draining the battery you might want to either disconnect the battery or have it on a battery tender.

PM'd.

of course i didnt get past step 1 without running into a problem. No T50 bit in my set. Home Depot run

taibanl · 12-30-2011, 12:15 PM

A large hex also works although i did wventually buy the t50 for about $7

Aurich · 12-30-2011, 07:06 PM

I'm talking to Ken about this same package (the base audio is seriously crummy in these cars), trying to decide if I'm going to tackle the install myself or find an installer, so by all means, let us know how you find the process!

ctuna - I PM'd you to ask for your Word doc if you don't mind.

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ctuna Lieutenant General 1911 Rep 13,102 Posts Drives: 325xi 06 wagon MT Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Santa Cruz, Ca iTrader: (0)	The level one package differs based on system and options What you get will depend on what stereo you started out with and if you have any upgrades. For instance a Hi Fi system won't have a cleansweep. Its a good idea to have some spare plastic fasteners for the the door. The first two part no are the ones you might need. BMW Part no 51-41-8-224-768 b71d clip wi .71 ea door fastener natural 51-41-8-224-781 b71d clip wi 1.05 ea door fastener with seal gray 51-47-7-117-532 b18d clip wi .91 each door sill fastener 07-12-9-905-172 dp screw .71 each speaker grill screw I didn't strip any heads out on these but they are soft 07-14-6-979-835 .71 Fillister screw under door trim One of these was missing on my car I documented my install and can send you a copy if you give me your actual email as I don't see a way to attach a word document to the email here. When you are working on the car with the doors and trunk open the car is awake so its draining the battery you might want to either disconnect the battery or have it on a battery tender. Last edited by ctuna; 12-30-2011 at 11:51 AM..
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Aurich New Member 1 Rep 29 Posts Drives: 2011 335i Coupe Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0)	I'm talking to Ken about this same package (the base audio is seriously crummy in these cars), trying to decide if I'm going to tackle the install myself or find an installer, so by all means, let us know how you find the process! ctuna - I PM'd you to ask for your Word doc if you don't mind.
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