Amp integration using stock radio

[Chris0nllyn]

Putting a system in my truck and i need a 12v trigger for the amp turn on...i can't find anything. I tried doing the RAP mod that James did, but apparently in 08 there isnt a RAP/ACC relay or fuse or anything...any ideas?

[Supermodulation]

Try tapping off of your sun roof fuse for the RAP signal.
You may want to go through a relay to isolate any feedback from the sun roof motor or prevent over loading the SR circuit.

[Chris0nllyn]

All the fuses i tested were hot all the time...i even tried the sunroof...I'm wondering if the BCM is controlling everything.

[Supermodulation]

For 2008's the RAP relay is # 58.
Tap off of your Power Window fuse # 42. Located at the top right of your fuse box, second one down. It should be a square 30 amp fuse.

[Chris0nllyn]

Originally Posted by Supermodulation

For 2008's the RAP relay is # 58.
Tap off of your Power Window fuse # 42. Located at the top right of your fuse box, second one down. It should be a square 30 amp fuse.

I'll double check when i go to lunch...thanks James!

[Chris0nllyn]

Found the relay and fuse...guess I was a little tired last night and looked right over it...I'll probably get to wiring it up this weekend

Thanks again!

[rkramer19]

Originally Posted by Chris0nllyn

Found the relay and fuse...guess I was a little tired last night and looked right over it...I'll probably get to wiring it up this weekend

Thanks again!

you can always go to the ignition wire on the steering column, its easy to get to and you know it will work

[Chris0nllyn]

Yea, im sure...but I really dont want to be poking around wires dealing with the ignition...This truck is my daily, I've learned all my lessons the hard way, and I don't feel like learning another

Thanks though!

[Tyson]

You could alternatively tap the Ignition fuse rather than the wire.

[Chris0nllyn]

Yea, I'll figure something out...I won't be able to get to it until this weekend (hopefully) So I'll check back in when i get it done. Thanks for the suggestions!

[07ColoradoBLK]

you should do a HOW TO . write up with pictures. !!

[Chris0nllyn]

I was thinking about it....may as well. I always seem to forget my camera...lol

[07ColoradoBLK]

Awesome cause im considering throwin a system that i had laying in the garage in but dont know how to hook up 2 factory radio. Or if i want to just yet. Oldskool subs and 13year old amp .

[Chris0nllyn]

K, well I wanna see how the stuff i got works then I'll let you know...But i'll def take some pics

[07ColoradoBLK]

Thanks bro. Where you gona mount yer stuff i was thinkin takin out the seat behind my driverseat and puttin a box there with either one 10 or a 12 idk yet

[Chris0nllyn]

I got a box for 2 8's from a member on here who got it from a guy on ebay that goes under the back seat...not sure about my amp yet...its so small i may put it under my driver seat.

I mounted my line level converter behind the radio and i'm also running basically a bass knob for line level in my glovebox....all stealth!

[Chris0nllyn]

Got it working last night...actually suprised me how well it sounds...especially for having a stock radio.

Heres the run down of my setup:

PAC SNI-35 line level converter
PAC LC-1 Bass control knob
Some old ass 150w amp i had laying around (mounted under the seat)
Rockford P1 8"
Ebay box that goes under the seat for crew cabs

For anyone wanting to do this: you'll need an amp turn-on wire (remote turn-on)...i got a "Tap-a-fuse" from the local parts store and tapped off the IGN fuse...it should have a 15 amp fuse in it...put that back in th spot closest to the prongs and use a 5A for the amp turn on wire.