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JTinMO wrote: Sun Aug 12, 2018 8:57 pm Also went full bore on the tunes, and ripped out all 6 stock Sony speakers and the cheapo amp that the prior owner installed (incorrectly). Ran all new wires throughout as well. Went with a JL Audio M600/6 amp, with six JL Audio MX650 speakers all around. I must say this setup is sweet. Didn't expect it to sound as good as it does. The available power really makes a difference. Can't recommend this setup enough.

I will never run this thing as loud as this can run, and it's still distortion free. Had to play with (lower) the input sensitivity on the amp quite a bit to get reasonable volume range available on the Sony head unit.

I stopped short of installing a sub. Not sure I need it. May change in the future but for now this setup is more than adequate.

Making the harness of wires for the forward port and the three starboard speakers, and running it all up around the bow took the most time. I was pretty anal about the details to be a clean install as well though to be fair. Got everything inside the factory wiring guides, old wiring bundled up and zipped away tight, etc. Was nice having both flexible wire snakes and the solid (but flexible) versions.

JTinMO wrote: Sun Aug 12, 2018 8:57 pm Also went full bore on the tunes, and ripped out all 6 stock Sony speakers and the cheapo amp that the prior owner installed (incorrectly). Ran all new wires throughout as well. Went with a JL Audio M600/6 amp, with six JL Audio MX650 speakers all around. I must say this setup is sweet. Didn't expect it to sound as good as it does. The available power really makes a difference. Can't recommend this setup enough.

JTinMO wrote: Sun Aug 12, 2018 8:41 pm Finished the onboard charger project yesterday by drilling a sweet 1-⅞" hole in my boat. Installed the Marinco flush mount charger outlet next to the rear trim switch. Wanted to be able to change without opening the engine hatch. Bonus is I can get to this easily from a dock, and I can also open/close the engine hatch without unplugging. Also with the port on the outside (of the walkthrough) I can be plugged in and can still walk through the boat without tripping over a cord. Couldn't ask for a better spot. Obligatory pics attached.

Ytmsn wrote: Wed Aug 15, 2018 8:45 am Curious why you run 6 batteries Lightning? Are you powering a fridge? Your setup sounds awesome. I look forward to meeting you and seeing White Lightning in person next summer at the CC roundup!

jasonm wrote: Wed Aug 15, 2018 5:56 pm

JTinMO wrote: Sun Aug 12, 2018 8:41 pm Finished the onboard charger project yesterday by drilling a sweet 1-⅞" hole in my boat. Installed the Marinco flush mount charger outlet next to the rear trim switch. Wanted to be able to change without opening the engine hatch. Bonus is I can get to this easily from a dock, and I can also open/close the engine hatch without unplugging. Also with the port on the outside (of the walkthrough) I can be plugged in and can still walk through the boat without tripping over a cord. Couldn't ask for a better spot. Obligatory pics attached.

Awesome finish! I am thinking about the same thing. Could you tell me what brand, type etc of hole drill you purchased? I have some old ones and dont dare use an old dull bit.
Secondly, could you tell me where you ordered your flush mount charger? I am only seeing black ones around. Also they seem be only 15 amp plugs. I am not an electrician, but if the charger is sending 24 amps to the battery at max capacity, I would think a 25amp plug minimum would be necessary. What did you get and/or have you had any problems?

Thanks!
Jason

jasonm wrote: Wed Aug 15, 2018 5:56 pm Also they seem be only 15 amp plugs. I am not an electrician, but if the charger is sending 24 amps to the battery at max capacity, I would think a 25amp plug minimum would be necessary. What did you get and/or have you had any problems?

Thanks!
Jason