We and the customer decided to use JL‘s HD series amplifiers in this application. We also needed to install a JL Audio CLSSI signal summing interface to the factory stereo in order to get the proper signals to each amp.
We mounted the knob directly to the right of the steering column, in a place that is easily accessible but not visually obstructive. We then installed an Audio Control ACR2 knob to control the subwoofer (which we’ll get to) separately from the rest of the speakers. An ideal combination of discrete equalization controls combined with Audio Control’s unique OEM integration circuitry, the LCQ-1 maximizes the performance of factory installed audio systems. The LCQ-1 allows us to tune the audio systems and receive truly amazing sound quality. The LCQ1 is a powerful six-channel signal processor that provides a gateway between factory installed source units and after-market amplifiers. This was made possible by installing an Audio Control LCQ1 interface to the factory system. We knew we could achieve our goals without eliminating the factory Sync package and all other associated features. There was absolutely no reason to replace the radio in the dash. Since this was a Platinum Series F150, it came with the Ford Sync system and navigation. To solve this, we installed Hushmat Ultra Damping Padding in all four doors.
A small rattle can make that really nice speaker completely lose it’s appeal. One issue that needs to be addressed in any type of vehicle where we install a nice stereo is the vibrations in the doors. Once the truck was all finished you would never have known the speakers had been touched just by looking at it. As you can see in the attached photos of the install, the tweeters and woofers fit in the original locations. We were looking for something that could handle real power and would deliver, and the C5’s exceeded expectations as usual. The speakers deliver a crisp clear sound even at much higher volume levels. This line of speakers from JL Audio is a force to be reckoned with. We installed JL C5 component speakers in the front factory locations, and C5 coax speakers in the rear. The first thing that we knew needed to be done was to install a better quality speaker package. We were honored to have the ability to bring the stereo of one such truck to a whole new level for a good customer of ours. Even with the upgraded factory Sony package, the stereo doesn’t give the “ Platinum” name any justice. The one big feature missing… is a good sounding stereo. Thanks for your help.A 2011 F150 Platinum edition comes with more options than you might think, for a pickup truck.
I'm not looking to enter any competitions, just like to have a nice little stereo in my truck. So question for the guys thats replaced the factory speakers, did your mids/highs get any clearer? In all of my previous cars, i've powered speakers with a amp, but I really don't want to on this if I can get some decent sound without having too(on a budget and wanting to keep SYNC). I don't need any bass out of the factory speakers. So if I still have the stock powering these speakers, would there be any sound difference? If I can get better mid's/high's out of these as compared to stock speakers then thats what I will get. Of course, I wouldn't buy from crutchfield, wayy to over priced. At this time, I really don't want to run a amp to the door speakers so i'm looking into replacing the fronts with these. But i'm left with the horrid factory speakers. Hooked everything up, I got the I was looking for (nothing earth shattering, just a clean nice thump). I have a JL 10w3v3 powered by a JL 500/1 amp. I recently built and carpeted a custom box for my 12 FX2 supercrew.