Walkinshaw Performance Audio Upgrade - JBL

[Mike P]

So do you guys think Crazy Paul would be the way to get this to Michigan? Or maybe contacting PCA Systems directly?

This looks like it is a great direct replacement option for the factory system. I just want something semi simple that I can get installed, won't take up my trunk space, add some decent wattage, and some good sound. This looks like the ticket.

I wonder what the price for this package would be? This looks sweet! :)


http://www.walkinshawperformance.com.au/wp/2008/aus/products/default.asp?content=entertainment&id=6



Another link from PCA Systems with the same "Premium" Walkinshaw / JBL system 2350 watts peak, and also an "Extreme" JBL system 2780 watts peak (and other specs)......


G8 / VE Sedan "Premium" Package

http://www.pcasystems.com.au/gts.html



G8 / VE Sedan "Extreme" Package

http://www.pcasystems.com.au/extreme.html




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[GeoffA]

I think you should buy BOSE :nah: j/k

Go here JBL (http://www.mobiletoys.com/partners/jbl/pages/whatFits.aspx) and click on the tabs for front and rear speakers. This system has to be the same or close minus the Wackinshaw Badges.

Looks like this system plus a little more...
http://www.harmanaudio.com/images/products/front_large/660GTI.jpg

[the driver]

I'd be willing to bet that you could buy these pieces individually here in the states. What you should be looking for is somebody that has part numbers.

That said, I do like the looks of this. Although I don't hate the stock stereo, I'm not terribly thrilled with it, either.

[Mike P]

Thanks for the information GeoffA! I should get the part #'s like the driver had mentioned.......

Thanks again.......... :)


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I think you should buy BOSE :nah: j/k

Go here JBL (http://www.mobiletoys.com/partners/jbl/pages/whatFits.aspx) and click on the tabs for front and rear speakers. This system has to be the same or close minus the Wackinshaw Badges.

Looks like this system plus a little more...
http://www.harmanaudio.com/images/products/front_large/660GTI.jpg

[Eracer]

This topic has been brought up before but never went anywhere but that was before they added G8 fitments to the descriptions. I think the final price from down under was a bit cost prohibitive. But since they are obviously shooting for some of the US market I would just emaill them direct and see if it is possible to purchase from a US distributer if they have bothered to set up US distribution. If not I am sure Crazy Paul could get his hands on a kit but I still think it's going to be expensive. I would also bet the drivers could be sourced state side at the very least. A plug and play harness does sound nice on the 5 channel extreme system for us lazy people.

[GeoffA]

I think this is the 5 channel amp (http://www.jbl.com/car/products/product_detail.aspx?prod=GTO5355&Language=ENG&Country=US&Region=USA&cat=AMP&ser=GTS) seeing it's the only one offered right now.
http://www.harmanaudio.com/images/products/front_large/GTO5355.jpg

[dandragonrage]

No reason to go JBL here. You can do better with other brands buying individual components.

[VegasNate]

Here is the info on this:

http://forum.grrrr8.net/showthread.php?t=4503&page=2

[Mike P]

Here is the info on this:

http://forum.grrrr8.net/showthread.php?t=4503&page=2


Thanks for this info and link to this thread. I sent an email out and got a reply back from PCA Systems. I'll post it up in a little bit......



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[Mike P]

I've already got an Alpine 5 channel amp. I think I'd be better off just using that and some Polk or Infinity speakers, and some 8" sub free air upgraded speakers.....



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[dandragonrage]

JBL is ok, but nothing special. Pretty much on par with Alpine and Infinity.