hilty003

Ok I know probably some of this is covered in other threads and I have been looking through them but I have some questions I kinda want answered specific to my case.

I think im gonna go with the AVIC-F90BT hu/nav
http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/PU...ash/AVIC-F90BT

I am also pretty sure I need this Metra's GMOS-LAN-04 GM data bus interface.
https://www.crutchfield.com/p_120OSL...&tp=3486&avf=N

1.) This is where my first question comes in, I have a basic understanding of electronics but I was to know if the wires that be on the nav unit match the color coated wires of the harness I just listed above. (Same with the steering wheel control adapter I will be as well?)

2.) I'm pretty sure this unit comes with a mic for the bluetooth and ipod voice control???
I know that it says it comes with the ipod cable.

3.) Next, I also want to to do a backup camera. I was hoping someone on here already did a backup to this unit and can let me know how well it works. If not Im looking for a simple camera that is compatible and hopefully just plugs into the unit. I want it to come on when I shift into reverse and I did find that you can do this by wiring to the reverse lights. Im looking for suggestions on the camera I guess (under $150).

Also, I will doing some speaker work. Im looking at replacing the 2 door speakers (driver and passenger) and adding some combination of subs to the back. Looking into maybe a single ported 12" or 2 10"s.

4.) My question here is what do I want to about the factory amp/sub? Do I leave it, do I change something? I want the best sound possible. I already have a Kenwood 1700w amp. (Model KAC-91020) I had it powering 2 alpine type-e 12"s in my last car. So whats my best options here?

Theres probably more that Im just not thinking about right now but I appreciate you reading all this and helping.

EmperorJJ1 hoping to hear your thoughts. Thanks guys.

hilty003

bump...you can also post and let me know if you tried upgrading the pioneer system and how it turned out.

DoubleLP

Check out this link:

https://www.cobaltss.net/forums/electronics-audio-video-49/updated-general-stereo-faq-read-96094/

It will answer a lot of your questions.

hilty003

yea i checked that out before I wrote this and thats where I found out about the harness and some other stuff but it doesn't really some of that stuff. i wanna know alot about my 1.) especially. if someone has a link to like a how to or something for that I'd appreciate it.

EmperorJJ1

iTrader: (5)

most of the time you can color match but thats not always the case read the instructions on the gm lan they help.

if your installing new subs its best to disconnect the stock sub but you have to leave the amp. Theres a plug on the case of the stock sub that you can easily disconnect and be done with. Also allows you the ablility to plug it back in if you ever need trunk space or whatever. This is easiest with the amp mounted on the back seat like it should be