Need Jeep Audio Advice

Hello,
I have a 1993 Jeep Wrangler/YJ and I am interested in upgrading the
stereo. Currently the stereo includes an old Alpine CD Player, and
stock speakers (plus soundbar).

I would like to upgrade the stereo as I am a bit of an audiophile, but
I have two concerns: security and safety.

I have a better MP3 Deck coming, and I purchased some Kenwood 4"'ers
for the soundbar. Now I would also like to get some good 6x9's and
possibly a subwoofer.

As to security:
I have a Clifford alarm, and am not too worried about theft with the
hardtop on. However, does anyone have suggestions for mounting stuff so
that it is either concealed and/or difficult to steal? I was thinking
about bolting the possible 6x9s, sub, box, amp to the Jeep, and using
Torx bolts. Any ideas for mounting/bolting the deck so that it is theft
proof?
Anyone have tips with regards to this?


With regard to safety:
Since the Jeep is not exactly weatherproof, and can be used without a
top, I am worried about guarding stereo gear against the elements. The
deck is concealed underneath the dash, yet from underneath and behind
it is not sealed. Also, could I keep the amp underneath the rear seat
or in some kind of sealed container (what about heat)? Anyone have
advise with this?


And finally, two quick questions:
Any ideas on how to make the hood lockable?

And does anyone know how to mount a CD deck so that it is on an angle
in the dash?

Thanks

browse around this site

http://www.tuffyproducts.com/

Look at their security consoles and their speaker / storage boxes. They
will help keep your stuff dry, out of sight, and harder to steal. I think
it addresses all of your concerns.



> wrote in message
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> Hello,
> I have a 1993 Jeep Wrangler/YJ and I am interested in upgrading the
> stereo. Currently the stereo includes an old Alpine CD Player, and
> stock speakers (plus soundbar).
>
> I would like to upgrade the stereo as I am a bit of an audiophile, but
> I have two concerns: security and safety.
>
> I have a better MP3 Deck coming, and I purchased some Kenwood 4"'ers
> for the soundbar. Now I would also like to get some good 6x9's and
> possibly a subwoofer.
>
> As to security:
> I have a Clifford alarm, and am not too worried about theft with the
> hardtop on. However, does anyone have suggestions for mounting stuff so
> that it is either concealed and/or difficult to steal? I was thinking
> about bolting the possible 6x9s, sub, box, amp to the Jeep, and using
> Torx bolts. Any ideas for mounting/bolting the deck so that it is theft
> proof?
> Anyone have tips with regards to this?
>
>
> With regard to safety:
> Since the Jeep is not exactly weatherproof, and can be used without a
> top, I am worried about guarding stereo gear against the elements. The
> deck is concealed underneath the dash, yet from underneath and behind
> it is not sealed. Also, could I keep the amp underneath the rear seat
> or in some kind of sealed container (what about heat)? Anyone have
> advise with this?
>
>
> And finally, two quick questions:
> Any ideas on how to make the hood lockable?
>
> And does anyone know how to mount a CD deck so that it is on an angle
> in the dash?
>
> Thanks
>