I just got the pioneer f700 I have everything to install, except soldering stuff but im working on it. just never done anything like this so I don't really wanna just dive in and mess something up, but Im really anxious to get it in there...anyone near rohnert park got some spare time and care to help me out it would be much appreciated

thanks
Mark

 

I'd love to help you but I'm in San Jose. When I do deck installs I don't waste my time soldering the harness, although it is the #1 recommended method for the most secure connection. I just use crimp connectors and keep the harness secured with zip ties.

 

Solder, trust me. You don't want to uninstall and reinstall because of a bad connection.

If you really get stuck, I can come up and help you out. I have the soldering equip. and all.

Is your 04 already wired? (I'm assuming it is since you just mention head unit)

 

I don't solder because I'm afraid of accidentally dropping hot solder on my interior or nicking something with the soldering iron. I've found that the way you twist the wires together affects how good of a connection you get. Usually, I strip the 2 wired, form a J shape, hook them to each other and then twist. Like how this guy does it:
http://blog.hemmings.com/index.php/2...-splice-wires/

Usually I'll wrap it in electrical tape then a bit of duct tape since the adhesive in duct tape seems to last for many more years that black electrical tape. The adhesive in duct tape should outlast the car =)
If i want to go the extra mile, the crimp connectors like the ones they sell at radio shack can be used instead of tape.

 

We can meet up, used to install audio systems at my last job. Have all the equip.

 

You can solder the harness in your kitchen.

For gauge installs and stuff where you want to solder inside the car, I reccommend this (click on the image):


Put some aluminum foil under the wires you're soldering and no drips no worries.

 

Ya my 04 is already wired ...thanks for the replies guys...hey spoolin how far are you I wouldnt want you to drive way outta your way to help I pmed someone else who is just in petaluma but if he doesnt fall through I will let you know

 

hey splinter i can help ya. im in cotati. im off the next 2 days and friday. i was gonna go to the snow but im gonna wait til next week. i can help ya out.

-ryan

 

I'm down in SF, but I know how much it sucks to want to install something and not being able to find some help. I help out where I can.

 

i usually do solder and then shrink wrap. the one i got in the scoob right now i didnt feel liek it though. i just went to best buy. but the wire harness, clicked them together. ran the remote for the amp (pry the only thing i soldered this time around. and called it a night

 

o ya that would be a pretty far drive but I appreciate the offer

 

The other thing I would highly recommend is liquid electrical tape. It's pretty badass.

http://www.starbrite.com/productdeta...&ProductSSCat=

-Brian

 

really nice install day....anybody wanna help out today?