911 Rescue in a Chevy Cruze Installer Diaries 72

[@colorblind1983]

I am literally 6 minutes and 14 seconds into the video and I have learned more about Pioneer amplifiers than I've ever learned in my entire life. Thumbs up you guys....thumbs up!!!!

[@wyattmac9701]

Joaquin Juarez so true!! Love what they do because there so professional with it

[@jorgem50]

I have the same amp and during my initial install I noticed bass was much better with the bass knob. So yeah, these amps need to bass knob!

[@PayneWewton]

Literally so literal.

[@christopheranderson9240]

From one installer to another I appreciate the quality an time you put into your installs. It truly is an art. The videos are great. Can't wait for the next video

[@38alloy]

My favorite part of the install was the rear deck grills , they look so OEM .

[@Savage-ih5il]

the first ones? lol

[@fingers323]

I wished there were real honest/professional installers like you guys here in Cali...thanks for all the info and the great videos keep up the fantastic work guys ....

[@MilGrip76]

Audio Shoppe Riverside, CA.

[@FiveStarCarStereoInc]

it's a lot late, but we hope it was worth it. enjoy

[@Bwilson-31]

Five Star Car Stereo the us version of the cruise didnt come with 6x9's just fyi

[@jwollam]

Totally worth it! Thank you guys so much!

[@kennethblackburn8756]

Eddie yes it did. There was a pioneer stereo option where they used cheap 6x9s as subs

[@Bwilson-31]

All the ones we worked on none had the 6x9 in the car the holes were there but no speakers,i was told by a gm tech the us version didnt come with 6x9s that was the australian version,now if i was told wrong info i cant verify sence i dont one 1

[@MrSpanky473]

I like this series.

[@KRAZYSHAWNJ]

I just found my next Car Stereo shop! Awesome work! I live 2 hours away but my next system is getting done here! The whole time I’ve been watching I thought they were in California. Clean installs, Professional, and Honest! They’ve earned my business for sure.

[@nirosh89]

Dean: “what were they thinking?” Fernando: “probably they weren’t thinking” Lol fernandocc

[@fdfc78]

Dude...sounded like he said "they probably weren't thinking at Best Buy"...maybe a clue lol

[@woofer2121]

they were probably thinking that no one wants to pay 3k plus for a hobby no one cares about in 2018

[@TheOriginalHeisenberg]

Fernando, with the brutal honesty 🤣🤣

[@PanameraTurboSEHybrid]

This was absolutely amazing! The nightmare of getting your car back to find out they did a hack job...then we have people like you guys who takes the time get it done right, tuned and ready to go. Looking forward to seeing more of these 911s.

[@weaver1971a]

By rescuing this one, you probably made new customers for life. Remember a satisfied customer will tell at least 10 other people how good you did, a dissatisfied customer will tell at least 30. You also have it on KZbin, so all his friends will be coming by :)

[@toxictophat711]

Only 10 people lol my own cars landed me 3 install nothing special speaker replacement replacing 4.25 speakers with 6.5 had to cut out some things and a 911 lol his system was fire well almost on fire it was worse than this

[@codystelzer5700]

Seariously... the level of detail here is impeccable. It would probably take me a week to do one car like this. I have learned alot from this and thank you for sharing!

[@moparnutalways]

This is why I do all my own stuff. I have been hesitant to go to an install shop as factory systems get more complex (read: beyond my understanding) but seeing how they originally installed this stuff convinces me to try to learn more on my own. Thanks for the vids, learning more every day!

[@theccwdad]

You guys are truly the best. Working on my own very simple system for my ls400, but you guys are an inspiration for how I do my own work. Thanks for all the great ideas and pointers.

[@THELIFEOFPRICE]

Nice rescue

[@riveralley]

I didn't think you would watch them.

[@andybell490]

Love you guys and your videos. Wish I was close to Clearwater Fla. I had a similar install done by a local shop where I live. Luckily I found a shop that seems to care about the quality of their work as much as Dean and Fernando. What’s sucks is it cost me extra money to make things right. I wish you guys all the best.

[@rudydiaz2488]

I agree with you 110 percent on all of the TEST EQUIPMENT!!! Your Ears Are The Best Tools and it's your vehicle and music preference that also MAKES A HUGE DECISION HOW IT SHOULD SOUND!!!

[@thasickest]

Actually do like hearing you talk, most people are dense. Your mind is an awesome sponge i'm just absorbing the leakage from.

[@luisacevedo324]

And that's what happens when you are honest and good... you get people from all four corners.... get wait to make a stop by and get some stuff done.... way to go guys... as always..Great work....

[@luisacevedo324]

Oh.yeah....KEEP AMERICA ""BASS "" AGAIN....

[@paulhelmuth6012]

Guys - WOW! Amazing work. Amazingly scary on the work the other shop did - but that's another issue. Fantastic work recovering that rear deck situation. And with all of your work.

[@MrFreddyelgato]

These guys are great . They know what they're doing . Nice and neat job .very professional. ...

[@richburdick9279]

You guys do great work, I was a installer for over 10 years. The only small thing that might have been a little cleaner on the amp rack would have been feeding the cable ties from the back so the locking ends would be on the back side. (that is my OCD......lol)

[@thump3r]

that is the reason why i do my own installs but i dont have all the extras like you do. but i take pride in clean installs bc the mess really bugs me. great job you guys are honest and know what exactly to do.

[@MrJuanjon]

Great job done, quality and professional. Best of success to you and Fernando.

[@ajjurashen1722]

And this is why I want to drive from Rhode island to let you guys do my tundra. Around here, the other shop that did this Cruze, is how the shops here do it. All competition grade as the shops here call it.

[@justinmurphy2227]

Without a doubt, to me, this is one of your most informative install videos and one of the best I HAVE EVER SEEN! PERIOD! The previous install errors gives us an actual visual reference for the mistake and fix by you two. I learn best this way. When I installed, back when there were CD players and amps looked like cooking grills (guess the time period for $100 lol), I was a rookie and my job was to fix anything that came back if it wasn't something huge then the original installer did. I learned SOOOO much by doing this! Next is your integration of the factory source unit with aftermarket and upgraded equipment. You showed how to use the factory wiring with that bypass/T harness then running speakers to and from the Audio Control piece. You did a great job displaying it's features and functions without going into a full tutorial and boring us to death.....well it wouldn't have me....but maybe others. LOL! That thing is nice! It really took the factory signal by the, uh, wires ( that HERTZ! lol....geez) and cleaned it up. I loved that you had two meters or screens to give a Real Time Visual (RTV....not the glue) of the signal coming of GM's unit and then coming out of the EQ. You also showed off the SMD tuning tool showing us that the factory player didn't clip at full signal. I loved how you did this so just about anyone could "get it" and I re-learned quite a few things. I know you can only show so much video but I wish there was possibly a link to an install album so I could see the subwoofer set up as well as other angles of pics. This way we could see more of the install in stills to get ideas from. To brainstorm for our builds. Last but not least, you tastefully informed us that the previous shop and their standards are NOT acceptable to you and the industry. You ( you is in reference to the team "D and F" btw as I can't remember who exactly said what) didn't name names and destroy the reputation of the shop......they are doing that for you. OH BURNNNN! HIGH FIVE! .... NO?.... okkk....sniffle... (LOL) Sorry if this was long winded but I wanted to do a 5Star video review and give the install bay five stars! Thank you for all you do with doing it the right way the first time and taking the time to make these. If anyone understands, it's me, knowing you have to do a lot of these scenes twice to show us. Team Dean and Fernando, keep it up. YOU ARE APPRECIATED!!!

[@RickyWithTheCars]

I messed up and didn’t ask for my old speakers back, the guy ended up throwing them out without even telling. And when I came in to ask about them, I was told a long story about why they were thrown out and how they donrckeep old speakers. Long story short, always keep tabs about what’s going to happen to all of your factory equipment and listen to these guys advice

[@Clint_L]

Another day of amazing work guys. Love the rescue 911 videos. You guys rock. Yes worth the wait.

[@orion2250]

3:42..learned something.thank you! Edit..and also you have set a fire to create installs again..it was the 80s as a kid since stuff like this excited this cat

[@fdfc78]

Great video and love the shout out to Doug at Soundman. Love seeing different shops play nice with each other. There are some other youtube installers that think they're God and have that holier than thou mentality.

[@alpachino468]

Your work ethic, professionalism, and your awesome build skills are truly inspiring.

[@malibukiddkid1166]

Great job on it install I also have a Chevy Cruze thanks for the input

[@audiogod2929]

I have all the cool tools you guys use . Now I am working on my skills . Thanks as always guys .

[@glockman9c]

Nice to see someone who really takes pride in doing it right. Congrats on your success.

[@phatreno1]

As a 28 year installer you have to remember alot of people ask for the best sound for the least amount of money so sometimes you have to accommodate certain price ranges,not saying all installs are 100% but some people want the biggest bang for the buck!!!

[@chrispadovani3171]

Great video that goes and shows us that you even have to check the work you get done... it is unfortunately so sad. I’m an amateur installer and the other day I did an a3 single to double din install (2006) and the job was way cleaner than this with some solder and relays and all that fun stuff. I don’t understand why you would crimp wires like that out of pure laziness! Thanks to installers like them the whole installation industry is made to look unprofessional! You guys are real pros and props to you!

[@nbrowser]

Nicely done and classy way to not drag someone thru the mud. Nice clean up, do please do an update if the customer is pleased with the fixes you threw at the botched job.

[@docholidazeiii2606]

Your amp mounting is a work of fucking art.

[@sickjohnson]

It has got to make you guys feel good making that kind of difference, no doubt that kid will finally be happy!

[@McDima]

I love the cable management you did in this installation: neat, easy to troubleshoot; should there be a problem in the future. MAN!! talk about quality

[@JackCarver10]

that music around the 17:30 mark is AGONY

[@TheMessiah91]

This video helped me install my first sound system thank you for making these videos!

[@jamievandalen]

thanks to the D&F tool drawer, my amazon shopping cart is slowly filling up...... Love the vids guys!

[@richandiben]

I know a good job when I see one and everything I've seen on this channel has been a good job, keep it up guys.

[@johneng1886]

I had an install done on my old 98 F150.. yes F150...lol and went to a shop that was supposed to be the best in the area and had awards for install and competitions...I thought I was in good hands. Boy was I wrong. When I had removed my system to transfer it to another, I found out that they had cut the factory harness as well and threw out the factory molex connector. Taking out the speakers, I found the same as you did... drywall screws attaching speaker to doors... I was fuming!!! I've done installs on my other cars but I didn't have the time to do my previous truck. I learned a lot from how clean you do your installs, trying to use the same the methods and materials you do and use with my current setup. My current install is worlds apart from my former "professional" one and I owe it to you guys. If I ever needed an install done near you, you would be my first choice. You Guys Rock!!!!

[@ChiliStyles]

I’ll be bringing my truck there from NC for a rescue 911 soon. It was done a couple years ago at a top 50 installer in the nation and sound quality suffering and some of the install isn’t holding up. I’m excited.

[@PanameraTurboSEHybrid]

Chili Styles Looking forward to seeing this rescue.

[@Ghost_Triple6]

I wish I had great installers like you guys around were I live

[@firebirdude2]

I'm pretty certain the remote knob on Pioneer amplifiers controls "bass boost". It's absolutely not required, nor would I recommend, using it. Not sure why you said that. The amplifier operates like a normal amplifier without it plugged in...

[@luvdady]

well the rear deck underneath mount was theway we used to do it in certain situations like sunfire/cavilers etc the rear deck doesnt have to removed in future installs bigger tweeters can be used , but we always used a spacer

[@christopherchavis710]

I’m a little old school and I’m looking at a new system in my truck... My question is does the LCQ-1 eliminate the (Mid/High) crossover? Or would you still be installing them? Also, A Video that goes through detail of crossovers wiring I think would be kind of cool... I don’t understand if they are wired by Range or by Side(Left/Right) or what... I’m working with Rockford Fosgates T2652’s...

[@FiveStarCarStereoInc]

You will still need to use the RF crossovers that came with the speakers. The Lcq1 is just for tuning the sound after the install

[@christopherchavis710]

Thank you

[@phillipatkinson3973]

U guys r great to watch I love installing car audio and y'all give me New ideas to make my installs much better and look great thanks

[@mikebiron7339]

Great video work and show, and also awesome workmanship on the installations. I was in the business during the 80's and 90's, and was part of a 3 store chain. MECP in 92. Across the board, we installed very similar to you. Our techniques and workmanship were very close. We also had many folks bring their vehicles to us to have them verified or repaired, that others had done. It was amazing what we found back then, so it's a shame it still continues. Time moved on, and I moved on from car audio and into IT. However, I still do all my own work and the occasional friend or family. LOL, I'm still rocking vintage 1999 MB quarts and JL's in my Jeep. They still work! Keep up the great work. Your video production is very good. Just stumbled onto your channel, and will now continue to watch as I'm sub'd. It's amazing where the 12v world has gone during my absence. So many things now available. However, the workmanship and basic techniques still remain. Skills that young people these days don't have exposure to. It's all about the quick and dirty and have it now. I see it all the time. Items that used to be installed, just clipped to the vent with wires everywhere. LOL. Love the 911 videos and the car after car after car after car. Reminds me of back in the day......

[@K03sport]

I don't know you guys, but I can see you're good people...fixing other people's/shop's messes is never fun but you fixed it nicely...attention to detail is crucial in car audio and you guys have it...no wonder why dudes at the other shop wanted to "fix" that mess; they already knew it was krap and knew that installer's sloppy technique...👍to 5⭐

[@paulhoskins7852]

Love your professionalism!

[@ljmike1204]

thats why i did my instal my self even when my rockford amp went poof i went to the instal company to get my wire job inspected becouse the repair shop told it was a bad feed bad ground or clipping he said i did a good job on the instal we instaled the fixed amp drove away and it went poof again this time he orderd me a new amp i removed the power cap and it stil works great to this day :)

[@michaelmiller5640]

You’ll def do excelent work one of the reasons I watch you guys channel. Learn a lot looking forward to learning lots more

[@rpw89172]

Not sure coolant is explosive or flammable.... But I agree you guys are amazing!

[@thecman26]

You guys are artists at what you do! Great work!

[@cotx79]

You guys are awesome. Wish there was talent here in Arlington, Tx as good as you! I trust no one here locally!

[@crazy8sdrums]

Your legitimacy is reaping the rewards. Unfortunately, car audio business has been loaded with shysters and really shady dealings for virtually all of the time that car audio has existed I think that videos such as yours and social networking is bringing more legitimacy to the industry. Keep up the great work guys!

[@michaelmiller5640]

Dean and Fernando can you use regular garage cutting tools to cut that abs plastic and other type of plastics and metals for car insulation.

[@fatcatt3981]

Wow best video so far guys. Love your work.

[@Peedarb]

To make custom rings JUST for the grills is next level bros

[@hectorperez6293]

really good video. Great job ,clean installation and neat and done right.maybe I have some similar issues because I'm still have a engine noise in my system.Today I have to going back to the shop to found out what going on

[@httrms11]

i keep coming back to this video just to watch the transformation

[@J0hnyJakn0ve]

That crazy I thought the holes were already in the rear deck. I couldn’t imagine cutting the deck if it wasn’t already talked about. And what did they cut the holes with, maybe kids safety scissors 🤦🏻‍♂️🥴

[@philipkhung1458]

It's all about taking extra time to do the work.

[@JuanPerez-yy5hr]

Wow omg can’t believe poor people Thank it’s in greT hands now you guys a the best I’ve seen

[@rubensdomm9373]

Beautiful work,que modelo de bocinas pioneer 6x9 es la que instalaron en la parte de atras? Saludos!

[@BenJamin-ou7kd]

Thanks for showing us how Real shops should do work

[@edwardautrey3671]

Lesson learned.. you get what you pay for. Super job guys!!!

[@joecardenas1134]

I like how you guys do You’re installation’s I wish u had shops in Longisland

[@lexluther2979]

Nice work wow that looks amazing!

[@Nick-cz7co]

So it looked as if you pointed to the surge tank and said it was flammable. I'm guessing u were talking about the plastic being flammable not what was inside of it? Regardless a good tip. I wouldn't want the wire to damage anything other then itself if it fried.

[@infidel24]

My install from a shop here in Pittsburgh PA was horrendous. They cut out the factory speakers and used broken pieces from a speaker ring kit to mount the jl audio c2s in all 4 doors. Used tons of electrical tape on everything. They didn't even seat the head unit in, gave me some bs excuse that I can't remember. I had to take it home and grind part of the dash surround in order to get it in. Wound up putting Rockford 8s in the front with Polk tweeters, have the proper rings coming for the back doors for the 6 1/2s. I might as well have done it all myself. And to top everything off, I can't get to the jl amp that they installed without tearing the rear of my suv apart. Didn't even get the jl speaker grills. Fair to say that I was basically robbed!

[@elice05]

I love doing these. Super easy. I never take out the radio when putting a multi chnl amp. Not sure if you guys knew but... there’s a plug in the driver kick with all speaker connections. So no need to remove the radio. 😉

[@FiveStarCarStereoInc]

Thanks, will check that out next time for sure.

[@VulgrDisplay]

That's where I wired LOC in on my Cruze

[@johnebuckland]

That is just beautiful

[@perryhavard3760]

I had a shop quote me a install price then when I drop it off they added 40 bucks to the quote. It's a standard crew cab silverado all I wanted was to replace my door speakers with some t1s I got as a Christmas gift. He said he forgot about the speaker adapters. As common of a truck as that is it should not have been a surprise up charge.

[@ljmike1204]

yea it sucks that cars need speaker adapters i have a kia carens from 2003 i only had take the factory speaker out cut of the lip on the factory adapter and mount the rockford fosgate p1650

[@nikkyng8141]

good job guys .. would love to get you guys level of cleanness with installs

[@robertjovero9712]

Yea late to post. Just watched the video. Previous install looked like a backyard installer, looked so cringeworthy and sketchy, new install was so much cleaner. Awesome jobs guys! 🤙

[@vertablue3803]

Ok , after watching and learning from you too , I’m terrified! Your videos have helped me when I’ve run into trouble with my own vehicle upgrades. After this video, if I ever feel the next task is above my abilities I’m driving to Florida from Ontario, Canada 🇨🇦!, Lol !!

[@rudesoto]

7:52 Probably they never thinking 😃 love Fernando

[@jaredharbaugh8419]

Great video...I wish I was closer to Florida I'm in Indiana. I need some stuff put in my truck. All we have in my city is best buy and a place that does shotty work.

[@obxlife6158]

Awesome job. Learned a lot from this video. Thanks.

[@jbauman8296]

After watching your vids, and having a crappy experience with one of our local dealers in mid-MO, I literally don't trust anyone to touch my car audio anymore. Gonna have to get my own hands dirty to make sure it gets done the RIGHT way. lol

[@todddooley793]

Nice job guys! Looks great!

[@treydaypnw]

Excellent installation as usual! Hey how come you guys Don't sell JL Audio products? Just curious.

[@FiveStarCarStereoInc]

There is already 2 dealerships in town.

[@nickb3434]

Just narrowed down the original installer to 1 of 2 shops...

[@erichenriquez1673]

Have u guys done a double din install retaining all the factory options on one of these yet(2014 cruze)

[@SpenserRoger]

It would be really cool to see ya guys use a different material or plastic for the mount plate. Especially since you cut and router it. All that wastage goes into the environment, maybe into the ocean. Gross. Maybe try a biodegradable plastic. Great content btw.

[@49ics05]

Great job nice and neat and done right You sort of remind me of mike Holmes When he fixes other builders junk work

[@PanameraTurboSEHybrid]

49ics Agreed!

[@thedude2475]

Mike holmes doesnt happen to be from Tucson AZ does he

[@jasonmorehouse3756]

@@thedude2475 no, he's a good ole Canadian guy!

[@supersampson12]

What does the original grilles look like on the rear deck?

[@Soulgasm08]

Oh my!! They did this family wrong. That is my opinion of course. Great work on fixing their mistakes.

[@MarcelloTheBandit]

Question for y'all: What is the pros of using aftermarket spacers in these newer GM cars/trucks over resuing the originals? Just curious to see it from your viewpoints. (I've done speakers on a 2010 Traverse myself, but I used the original spacers and cut out the old speakers.)

[@Tre_Scatti]

I thought it sounded cleaner without my bass knobs..I have 2 gm-d9601s

[@dgordon130]

I just found this channel and love it. Wish I had your shop here in the Toronto area. :-) Very well done - and yes I've subscribed. lol.

[@wiser84]

Great job u guys are needed in NYC badly

[@johnsmith-qz4bv]

what was that shop thinking...?..great work dean and fernando...keep up the great work..

[@ffmcmav40]

Should’ve have a reaction video when he came to get it

[@TRX450RVlogger]

Coolant is not flammable..... Also if your wire is ever getting that hot AFTER THE FUSE then you have bigger issues. Over all I 100% agree with everything else.

[@Collins.2275]

Where do I get the harness and will it work on Chevy Sonic 14 I want to add amps and don't want to cut factory wires

[@ljimzlj8079]

Wish u guys were located in TX. U guys do great installs.

[@malchieljackson2198]

Can you guys put a link to the harness and other equipment used for this repair i have a 2015 cruze and am looking to upgrade my sound