LIGHT IT UP! LED lit plexiglass acrylic & upholstery

[@danwicker4561]

I've just discovered this channel after falling out of the hobby for the last decade. I'm 41 now - if this kind of resource was available when I was 16, I might have had a very different career path! Just amazing installation skills, Mark. I've always felt like installers hid their knowledge, like some kind of black magic not to be shared with outsiders. While these videos are amazingly informative, it's quite clear that installers should have nothing to hide - most common folk don't have the patience to do this type of work anyway! Keep up the great work, @CarAudioFabrication!

[@h2odeep]

Things have changed since the last 80’s. Love your channel keep teaching us new stuff

[@AmrZeek]

Hey Mark, you are making art more than audio stuff, big salutation from here Egypt flying fast to you with all respect.

[@iamthemaninde]

Love watching your videos. I've been doing mobile electronics for about 25 years and I still love learning new tricks and different processes... Thanks for sharing!!! 👍

[@CarAudioFabrication]

Thanks for checking it out. Never stop learning, the guys that get complacent and think they know it all are the ones that fall off.

[@iamthemaninde]

@@CarAudioFabrication absolutely... 👍👍

[@kflo1219]

Just want to say I used to install car audio and heck 30 years ago we were limited...dude you are on a different PLANET from the rest. Love attention to detail...makes it Stand WAY OUT above others. NICE!!

[@AssadNiang]

Best builder I have seen on youtube...

[@charitylloyd986]

You are such an inspiration. Your builds are immaculate, well thought out, and your attention to detail blows my mind. I love how open you are, so many car audio guys refuse to share any tricks of the trade. I'm not sure if it's where I live, or that I am a girl, but if it weren't for youtube, mostly you, I would be lost, in spite of my background in avionics. I wish you were near me, I would love to have you do my BRABUS smart. I'm too scared to do anything too extreme, but I would love to have something custom and professional like your builds.

[@markgigremosa7988]

Super cool build!

[@audiohutch]

LED's are my favorite. On my channel, I use all types of them and some I even programmed my own Bluetooth app to connect to RGB LED's. LED's make everything look more futuristic and I love it. Good Job!

[@fofdeejay]

Wow,looks great.

[@markweeks7548]

What a stunning build

[@JAY-CRA]

I enjoy watching you work. A little detail goes a long way & you cover those details 👍

[@CarAudioFabrication]

Glad you are enjoying it!

[@ahometheaterguy3380]

"Light it up"- it's now legal to wrap things up!! ;) Nife work Mark

[@mtkreger]

Nice work, Mark! Looks great!

[@Batryoperatedbob]

I like this new format, good sir.

[@freezy4207]

Good idea for the cover if you need to put things in the trunk.

[@_PsychoFish_]

holy shit! the edge lighting looks amazing!

[@TravisMeeks6]

i love it, as always, Mark!

[@extrap51]

Beautiful work mate, your installations are top notch. 👌

[@nickaugust1661]

Absolutely love your videos man keep the awesome content up!

[@georger9998]

Looks great!

[@jonathanpinders.r.5627]

Mark I've been watching this build since day 1 project stealth is dead on. It really is coming out great. Keep the vids coming 👍

[@CarAudioFabrication]

That's dedication! Thanks for watching and dropping comments!

[@jonathanpinders.r.5627]

@@CarAudioFabrication always man love learning and getting different STEALTH ideas from you 👍

[@damianleiva6036]

no me canso de mirarlo una y otra vez. exelente

[@tellishane3829]

Fantastic work 👍🏾💪🏾

[@unforgiven101inc]

now I see how you're keeping Amp's Koo...cool work

[@ronjlwhite8058]

Lookin very clean!!!

[@CarAudioFabrication]

Thank you.

[@liltwin901]

Exactly what I wanted/needed to see...next steps

[@sockittomeslots6779]

Mark and Doug collaborate on a video Russell will love it

[@vinceford1]

Sorry if this is a dumb question, but how did you exactly wire up the distribution block to turn on with ignition. Did you use a relay? I'm trying to do the same thing for a gauge pod. My problem is, I have 4 guage wire going to the the distribution block and dont know the best way to wire that to a relay and then to the block, if that makes sense

[@AppleCheese12345678]

Could this be wired to the trunk light sensor? Dont need the LED's on when the trunk isnt open.

[@iamthemaninde]

Yes you could do that!

[@CarAudioFabrication]

You can do anything you want. I like the glow when the seats are folded down.

[@Issac_G]

you can do anything

[@riveralley]

@@CarAudioFabrication is there any way to remove almost all trunk rattle?

[@itsalwaysfriday9766]

It's very easy to do it using the trunk light wire. That is how I have mine done. I ran it to a distribution block that has both of the amps and the speaker lights.

[@eduardocortez9838]

Beautiful work friend

[@CarAudioFabrication]

Thank you.

[@damianleiva6036]

Fantastico, segui cada detalle hecho y es facinante. felicitaciones

[@TheoneDragon51]

As I get older I know how import it is lol. I like this format very nice build.. and you make it look too easy. We all know better!

[@CarAudioFabrication]

It's definitely a challenge but practice makes perfect!

[@yonidelcamporamires9965]

Que buenos vídeos le pones pasión y empeño 👏👏

[@WAKEFIELDRides]

Great job, Mark! Another build series I've enjoyed following and I'm always happy to help support these vids through Patreon as well. Keep 'em coming! :)

[@CarAudioFabrication]

Thanks for helping make the videos possible!

[@fatmooseknuckle]

I could watch this build over and over. Just love the attention to detail, stealth appearance and functionality🙌🏽

[@wreckless_-jl6uu]

Nice, informative video! I just purchased the fuse block you referenced here, was looking for a decent one! And seeing that it was one of amazons best seller’s.. I had to get it, being I needed it anyway! Thanks Mark!!!

[@literate-aside]

What happened to the ‘final project overview video’ this was a great series that ultimately blue balled us. Was it not included in the Playlist, or just never made?

[@equinoxgfx]

It is called "Subs HIDDEN behind panel? How does it sound? Project Stealth Overview!" search it up. :)

[@literate-aside]

@Xavier Finley fffffffffaaaaaake

[@janrbh17]

Fantastic work! You make it look easy. I really want a routertable and templates :-)

[@mexinumba1]

I have the same car that you did this project in pontiac grand Prix, I plan on doing the same thing on my car, can you make a video on all the tools I would need to accomplish this job? I think I have most of the tools including a router table, probably need to buy the set of router bits you have, I also plan on using the skar audio system since is more budget friendly, also can you make a video review about Skar audio systems.

[@moreaudio760]

Love the tip with securing leds with Tesa Tape..no more gluing them with ca glue

[@MrRocktuga]

Hi, Mark. First of all, congratulations for your channel and hard work. I would like to make you a suggestion for other car audio topic. As you know, many brands (think Audi, Mercedes, BMW, etc) have offered different audio systems as low, medium and premium packs (like Bose, Harman Kardon, B&O, JBL, Burmester and even some well-tuned Sony). In many (if not most) cases, the installation on the outside looks just like the base audio system for that same car, although it has very significant changes under the skin. IMHO, there’s a whole market for people that bought (are buying) used cars than would like to have better sound, but without sacrificing the space that a 10” subwoofer and its box demands inside the car (which is different on a A class vs E or S Class). It is always possible to retrofit one of those “premium sound systems”, but it has to be made with used parts (which the real condition and durability is always unknown), and the wiring is often way different from the stock base sound system (not to mention the need of programming the head unit with dedicated software to the actual configuration, as the same head unit is often used on the sedan/wagon and convertible versions of the car, and needs to be told which car is it working on now). So I’d argue that it’s possible to make something which sounds as good (if not better) than those premium out-of-the-factory systems using new aftermarket parts, but retaining that OEM look. I’ve seen your stealth installs and they are amazing, but I wouldn’t want them on any of my cars today (and over the years I literally sacrificed 90% of my boot space for audio gear 😉 ). Some of those premium sound systems are quite good* for something that maintains most of the functionality that a bigger system will struggle to do (specially on smaller cars like we have in Europe). Those small upgraded systems can never be compared to the ultimate performance of having bigger high-quality subwoofers and high-quality amps, but when properly designed (*yes, some of them are crap) I believe that we can have a great sound quality, decent bass extension, but (of course) sacrificing the maximum SPL, which most people (including myself today) don’t need anyway on a daily car. I’ve been in the audio business (and a musician) for a few decades now, and I’d say that I’m not necessarily the easiest guy to please when it comes to sound quality, but today I trade most properly designed “stock look alike” installs in a car over large audio gear inside the car. A 10 inch sub will have benefits over the most common 8 and 6.5” found on those “premium” stock systems, but it needs the added space and power to be able to go loud and get the added bass extension. In a smaller car (think about an A3 or C Class), maintaining the trunk space (and/or spare tire) with those smaller subs will be preferred any day over a bigger subwoofer with a huge box and/or visible subwoofers, and when we’re talking about smaller enclosures, trying to fit a bigger subwoofer will often get worse results than dealing with a smaller one (even if that means sacrificing maximum power output in favour of extension). At this point in time, I’m much more interested in that than the “typical” big box car audio system, but it’s also harder to find those implementations on KZbin, and maybe that’s an opportunity for you and your channel, as this is also challenging. I’d argue that it’s even more challenging that the “traditional” approach, where differences are often made on the quality of fit and finish, and products/materials used. A more stock looking install still needs good quality components, a great quality install (special adapters are still very needed), but with and increased sense of “engineering” thought and tuning in order to get the best performance from a more limited system (mainly in the bass region). I guess it can also be a great project! Thanks and keep up the great work. Cheers. PS: I have in mind relatively smaller cars, as trying to get that decent bass extension and decent SPL in a big SUV it’s a totally different story, as there is much more volume inside of them to fill with sound/bass, and in many cases they also have more space to install bigger subs. PS2 (edit): Just to clarify, I mentioned those 3 german brands only because they are very common here in Europe and in the USA, so it’s easier to relate car sizes. In reality, this smaller setups have a lot more units on the road from several brands, and that’s what I’m “aiming” for.

[@mistafishman]

I would suggest adding a resistor to your LEDs, I had mine hooked up in a similar fashion for foot-well lighting they were quite warm to touch when on and they burnt out within roughly 8 months.

[@jessicamccarty5742]

Is there a finished video showing it all together? I can’t find one 😞

[@austinhargis5376]

If you cut the led strip into multiple strips can you individually power each strip with a fused distribution block?

[@wertigus]

Cant you use some tougther mesh or reinforce it so you wont need the protective plate? Some steel bars from under reinforcing or something? Just wondering it migh be irritating carring the plates around.

[@MrRedcelica]

you need to do rgb man will look so good!!

[@kikkegek]

man I love your channel and tutorials....keep up putting out that awesome concent (Y)

[@ionetuning6231]

hello mark,i ve seen a video where you show the connection screws you used for the subwoofer box and now i don t know vhich video i ve seen.can you put the link again in the response section'?huge thanks and keep doing installs i ve learned a lot!

[@harshclimate]

I guess I'd like to really see a video where the average Joe can relate. I probably won't invest in these nice templates and awesome router set ups. I'm not really sure what I'm asking but you have such a great set up it almost seems like I can't do the stuff you're doing. I need lots of money!

[@CarAudioFabrication]

I've made several videos where I use basic tools and affordable options. They are some of the worst performing videos on my channel. Everyone wants the best but few are willing to invest the time and resources to get there. My videos aren't about "car audio for everyone" but rather "mastering car audio"

[@JosephOlar]

Excellent work on the material and the arcrylic glass true to one comment about having the led on when the trunk is closed unless you plan to get custom made laminated glass trunk just a thought keep up the fantastic video

[@CarAudioFabrication]

The seats fold down so I enjoy the LEDs in that way even when the trunk is closed.

[@OlympusHeavyCavalry]

I really like what you do Marc, Keep up the good work, Cheers :-)

[@CarAudioFabrication]

Thanks! Hope it helps you build something cool!

[@Pkdimmock]

You got crazy skills. Outstanding work everyday. Do you have any vids on whether Bass caps are good or bad. Am hearing huge mixed opinions. Thanks

[@fmspec]

Wow!!! how much does this cost? i need this for my BMW 750i 2018 model

[@adamdelay2874]

Looks great! Just out of curiosity, what would you charge to do this to someone's car?

[@thunderaudiospeakers4890]

love from india brother

[@lansonfloyd4687]

Mark, so this time around you wired up the lights by wrapping the lights themselves around the plexi, instead of laying the lights down in a piece of wood and then placing the plexi in the middle, like your Jeep build. Is this method the better of the options? It certainly seems effective! BTW, I just wanted you to know that I binged on your videos a while back, ordered up some tools to start working at a higher level of quality, and thanks to your vids my fabrication is much improved. You really do master the concept of work smarter, not necessarily harder, with excellent results.

[@derioncrofton3912]

Where Did You Get Your Metal Mesh

[@jorgetorres-tt9cg]

Where did you bought the acrylic sheet?

[@RIPPER19971]

Any chance of a video showing how to wire the LEDs to flash with the bass.

[@russellborrego1689]

Have you ever done any product comparison videos between sound deadening materials?

[@CarAudioFabrication]

Installed enough to know what get's good results and what doesn't.

[@russellborrego1689]

@@CarAudioFabrication, thanks. Was just curious really. If that was a 'yes', I knew what videos I'd be search your channel for. 👍

[@EUCvibes]

what; is the price on a proj like this

[@TexasMonster0407]

What do you do to prevent overheating of the amps

[@CarAudioFabrication]

Use high quality amps. A quality amplifier will be designed in a manner that it can survive in a compact space like those in a vehicle environment. Poorly designed amps need a turbo fan blowing on them.

[@mandeepsolanki1074]

Please help me, i have crown xti 2002 drive core amplifier and i want to play pioneer car subwoofer 400 rms at 2 Ohm with this amplifier is it possible or is there harm to my subwoofer or amplifier, or some something required in between subwoofer and amplifier to connect. Please help me out im very confused

[@KXSWORKS]

Can I use car audio amplifier for my room?

[@emk1384]

How much would something like this cost at a shop?

[@bigadventure3797]

Do you plan on painting the grill mesh black? Right now it kinda looks like chicken wire.

[@hrbikelife]

Hey man, how long did this build take!? Love it!

[@CarAudioFabrication]

Its always hard to say for me because I spend so much time filming. Thanks for watching!

[@riveralley]

Yay lights. Who doesn't like lights?

[@Mikebasshead]

first! nice vid

[@Issac_G]

any mobile solutions promo codes?

[@mrupholsteryman]

Very nice! I love the stealth concept now. I had 32 speakers in a 1992 hatchback Mustang and the doors and kick panels were anything but stealth. I never got around to making grills to cover up everything before my car had been involved with another driver delivering pizzas....(won't go through THAT ordeal).... and while at a home based business for the bodywork\paintwork.... while not wanting to hand my alarm keypad over I just put my alarm into "valet" mode. Someone broke into my car and did away with everything. Cut RCA wires that could have easily been unplugged. Felt like I was raped. It was terrible. The guy didn't have insurance for cars that weren't inside his garage. I've learned to keep "quiet" about stereo stuff and I have been jamming to a stock stereo for a few years now and don't have the funds to go nuts anymore....but when I do. Stealth is the best mode of "protection". Imagining how the car break in artist would potentially steal whatever was in the center console and glove box and leave the audio system behind would be great! No where near as devastating. Miss that car. It was a concert on wheels! 😎 I enjoy your vids!

[@graffix3001]

Bro just got done watching the series and there was never a final video????? Come on man you left me hanging. lol

[@CarAudioFabrication]

Yes there is, just look on the channel

[@colorscream]

let's enjoy the video

[@sweagboi]

rise and shine players let enjoy this video

[@wesjacobson6675]

What’s up mark..? Was looking for you at sema Tuesday.... sorry I missed ya but I saw jp at the xs booth n then he showed me where mobile solutions was n said you might be there. Gonna be buying some router stuff tho that’s for sure! The guy n lady there were nice! I’m in st.george Utah so I’m not too far away from them really... keep up the good videos n talk to ya later... ps I can’t believe how many super hot babes were at sema haha

[@tcat3315]

Trim it away, trim it away, trim it away now!!!

[@willychilly523]

Your videos and a eight ball..I can accomplish anything well almost until the malias no.......