Hi. I don't normally post in this section but I need your help. I have a 2000 GS400 with the regular Pioneer stock HU and stock speakers. I removed the stock 8" sub in the back as I previously had (2) 12" subs for bass that have since been removed. As of right now the car has zero bass and these original speakers are starting to sound distorted/crackling.

So, I am first looking to buy 5.25" Alpine Type R components for the fronts (I'll buy the adapters) and 6.5" Alpine Type R coaxles for the rear (will get adapters here too). I did a lot of research; are these good speakers? I also have a Kenwood 1000w amp that is currently hooked up to nothing that I would like to power the above door speakers. Will this sound good like this or will I have to put an 8" or 10" sub in the rear deck as well? My last item will be to replace my stock HU with a nice nav/DVD double DIN HU but I don't think Alpine is the place to be here. Lastly, can I use my stock wires for the door speakers or should/would I need to upgrade to a larger gauge? If so, what size?

I am NOT looking for a competition setup here; just a nice sounding, upgraded stereo system. I appreciate all comments and feedback in advance.

Thanks guys!

 

Damn. 50 views and no comments or opinions. Did I say something wrong?

 

Bump on questions

 

1000w amp is way too much power for mids... i'd change the headunit that will make sense to get better sound for mids....plus that 1000w is probably a sub amp an cant be used for mids anyway...

 

I know what you're saying and plan on changing the headunit anyway. My amp is a 4 channel that is bridgeable; can't I just turn down the gain on the amp? Also, I plan on getting components which from what I read need to be amplified where a headunit alone won't do the job.

 

Yes replace the stock speaker wires. 14 or 16 AWG should be fine.