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The Subs are Out! Removing a 10,000 watt Sound system - Honda Civic | RE MT 18's & Batteries

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meade916

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Күн бұрын

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This Civic has been my car since 1998. It was my very first brand new car back then and I was so proud of it. Over the years, it has served as my work car, family car, car audio competition car, and even made it onto the pages of Car Audio and Electronics magazine. I have so many memories with this car, including when my son, who is now all grown up with a beard and his own child, came home in it. Unfortunately, it was stolen many years ago and completely stripped down. They took everything, from the wires to the seats, and even replaced the suspension with firewood logs. It was heartbreaking to see it in such a state.
But I didn't give up on it. I decided to rebuild it and got about halfway through the process. I managed to get it running again, put in custom seats, and even walled it off. It was a slow project, but I worked on it whenever I had the time. However, as the years went by, my interest started to fade. I found myself more focused on Mokes 72 Cutlass, which you can check out on my channel. I completely lost interest in the Honda and left it untouched for years, except for occasionally playing around with the perfectly working audio system.
Unfortunately, about three years ago, it was broken into while parked in the side yard of my shop. The thieves took the Alpine double din, but luckily, my security cameras caught them in the act. Since then, I covered up the car and let it sit, slowly deteriorating.
Now, I'm not exactly sure what I want to do with this car. One thing I know for sure is that I will be removing the audio system. I might turn it into a decent little lowered car with a small system, or perhaps go bigger and better with it. Only time will tell. For now, I appreciate you watching, if you did!
#car #audio #honda

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@meade916
@meade916 8 ай бұрын
Sorry about the fluctuating voices, this new setup I have is real nice but it is also very directional (the mic) because I am tired of picking up so much shop noise while filming. I am not used to it and caught myself not speaking into the right area of the mic a few times. Also, it is a remote setup so a few times I was filming I forgot I didn't even have the new mic actually on me DUHHH...then there are some settings I need to work on. I didn't know how this was going to sound till I got home behind my computer for editing. I know what I need to do to make this better next time. Bear with me! :) thanks for watching if you did!
@mikehonda7934
@mikehonda7934 8 ай бұрын
All good mane. I will say, it kinda is weird not hearing the machines running. Almost feels like the video is incomplete without a buzz and a whizz, with some music going. I feel ya though. Your channel, your choice, but I don't mind the machines going. Feels genuine with the sounds of work going on. Still look forward to the change. Salute!!!!
@aaronbigbie431
@aaronbigbie431 8 ай бұрын
Brotha that enclosure is insane can't believe it held up after 15 years of sitting
@garymiller652
@garymiller652 8 ай бұрын
I would slap some bigger better subs in it and keep it bro. This car brings back KZfaq before KZfaq even started getting big lol.
@Basshead40
@Basshead40 8 ай бұрын
Man King Bass I finally finally snagged one of your AMM-1 from Big Jeff's. I've wanted one for what 10 years now lol. You've had them for quite some time now. But yeah just wanted say thank you for designing/making it. A total bassheads dream not crunching math and knowing it's still gonna be incorrect due to rise and all. I really look forward to testing it out with the new system after I get it installed!
@hardcorebestnlrccarbuilder
@hardcorebestnlrccarbuilder 8 ай бұрын
I wana see some vibe black death 18 in that car
@davidgubser2280
@davidgubser2280 8 ай бұрын
That wall is so well built it would be a shame to tear it apart. Some Gately 18s would be sick.
@JamesBond-oc4gm
@JamesBond-oc4gm 8 ай бұрын
Man, the look on your face before you took them out says it all. Memories brother, Memories 👍👍👍
@Eric.A55
@Eric.A55 8 ай бұрын
Keep the enclosure 🤙🏼
@NinjaWithaSpoon
@NinjaWithaSpoon 8 ай бұрын
Keeping the wall would be my vote
@subzero9718
@subzero9718 8 ай бұрын
UPGRADE. Ain't no sense ripping out a perfectly good wall on a car like that. It can be your bridge from younger you to now you to future you. Car is a keeper.
@Jonny2Fingers
@Jonny2Fingers 8 ай бұрын
The civics iconic! I say keep the old girl alive and update the system.
@brandonsmith9848
@brandonsmith9848 8 ай бұрын
Definitely bring it back to life new batteries new amps some new subs and let it rock some new door panels and a paint job and let her keep killing it 💯💯💯
@smallblocksadventures6008
@smallblocksadventures6008 8 ай бұрын
Fresh batteries.. Upgrade the wiring.... Put The stuff right back in it.... Cause there ain't nothing wrong with this stuff... Make it slap...... Get the car painted.... Roll with it
@dcraexon
@dcraexon 8 ай бұрын
Get it wrapped it’s good to go
@13Dixiefried
@13Dixiefried 8 ай бұрын
I’d give it a refresh, with new components. But keep the old school vibe. The car is like a time capsule for beat.
@wheezy5.0
@wheezy5.0 8 ай бұрын
Same enclosure just update it with the latest. Keep it pushing
@GregG_88
@GregG_88 8 ай бұрын
Damn I remember the civic build from a long time ago. Thing is still lookin clean for not being used.
@XxDylanRockzxX
@XxDylanRockzxX 8 ай бұрын
Hate to see her torn apart but can’t wait to see the future the car holds ! I know you and the kids will have this thing looking and sounding dope again in no time
@MusicUNIversal420
@MusicUNIversal420 8 ай бұрын
Yo steve I remember watching the build at like 15-16 years old man. You came a long way you know you gotta go big on it again. That’s your first car dude. Hope to see a new build on the Honda for old time sake for one of your long time fans and subscribers proud of you Steve keep killing it
@meade916
@meade916 8 ай бұрын
It's not my first car. That is probably my 10th car. But it was my first NEW car from a dealership back in 98. Thanks man!! :)
@evilfingers4302
@evilfingers4302 8 ай бұрын
And there he goes just like a Mad Scientist!
@kennethhodge5482
@kennethhodge5482 8 ай бұрын
Complete tear down and re do everything 😊
@621ELECTRONICS
@621ELECTRONICS 8 ай бұрын
I don't know man, I personally love the classic style build this was, one of those cars that actually gets driven with a pretty big system in it you hear beating down the street, not an extreme SPL build, but still pretty big! Those RE 18's are awesome, the box is awesome. If it were me, I'd swap out the subs to something new, and amps, perhaps change up the trunk / amp rack. I'd be tempted to suggest putting the RE's back in and run it like that for a while. Now, if you plan on the car sitting again for a while, I'd box up the RE's and send them to me for a build (kidding!! sorry with all the people begging for free stuff, it's hilarious reading the comments and had to throw that in there lol), but yeah box them up, and put them on a shelf somewhere to save them, they are still great subs you've had for a long time, so might as well save them, would hate to see them stolen if the car gets broken into again. Lastly, would be cool to see a video of the RE's back in for a bass test with an amp on your bench for old times sake before you rip the wall out if you do go that route. I'll still be tuned in to this series no matter how it goes.
@Hectoriousz
@Hectoriousz 8 ай бұрын
Those RE baskets are classic
@Fozgate4000
@Fozgate4000 8 ай бұрын
Put new 18” sub in and keep the wall. That’s your first ride, keep it.
@TITO-oo5rk
@TITO-oo5rk 8 ай бұрын
I'll keep the same setup, just upgrade the doors and batteries ,that's treasure built you did over 15 years ago, that shows you the hard work and passion you have for car audio 👍
@meade916
@meade916 8 ай бұрын
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@dannymitchell6131
@dannymitchell6131 8 ай бұрын
I remember being heartbroken back on ROE when you posted the pictures of the theft recovery all those years ago. I never realized the wall was made like that...I suppose the direction of the build depends on what you're really wanting the car to do. If you're actually going to put some miles on the Civic (if it were me) I'd gut the wall and electrical down to the alts. Have the alts modernized, go full lithium and rebuild with efficiency/weight saving in mind. Then get an alignment and get a new set of tires...make sure your hub bearings are all in good shape. You and that Civic have been through a lot, I'd really love to see her shine in that sunlight with a fresh bill of health. Fyi, you were a good role model and inspiration to me when I was much younger. I'm doing great now (15 years later lol), thanks for always cultivating a great community Steve.
@michaelpope9376
@michaelpope9376 8 ай бұрын
I remember spraying that box. It still looks like it great. Keep the wall and update all the equipment.
@philliphollis8247
@philliphollis8247 8 ай бұрын
I personally think it would be cool to see you update the entire thing, show us what you would do differently today that you didn't or couldn't do way back then. Either way, whatever you do I'm excited for. I've been watching your videos for years, and its awesome how much you've grown.
@justonlance2536
@justonlance2536 8 ай бұрын
Go crazy, i cannot believe how long ive been watching you!!!! I watch you put those in and now i watched you take them out. Thank for the content!!!!
@booob8
@booob8 8 ай бұрын
Classic setup/ throw back system
@user-dd8vi6fb6l
@user-dd8vi6fb6l 8 ай бұрын
Two 18" Gately Audio Subs and Gately Audio Amps
@marcusreid6639
@marcusreid6639 8 ай бұрын
Upgrade to new subs and tons of power
@M4TT_ZZ93
@M4TT_ZZ93 8 ай бұрын
9:18 - after hearing you say this was your first new car. Keep the car, maybe do a full rebuild of everything in it, but keep the car for sure 😢🥹 14:27 - go wild 🎉
@boominc0420
@boominc0420 8 ай бұрын
Keep the wall!!!!
@ftreutle
@ftreutle 8 ай бұрын
Wow blast from the past !!!!!! 😮 I’ve followed you since then and before loved watching you build that and chickens caddy you gotta keep the wall and upgrade it do what you would have back then with all you got now !!!!!!!!
@Deadstick_OG
@Deadstick_OG 8 ай бұрын
Keep it OG! I wouldnt sell it either.... Nice to have something from your past that started you in the game.
@Compa-Santana
@Compa-Santana 8 ай бұрын
Dam Steve I've been following your channel for almost 20 years your the reason why I got into car audio hopefully one day I can meet you in person
@kosoku
@kosoku 8 ай бұрын
Revive it 2.0 and make it something even more then it was before , Next Level Shop promoting car show ready
@cxjoker9515
@cxjoker9515 5 ай бұрын
This car is a time capsule. It’s so perfectly outdated it’s the perfect throwback. I’m glad you got this car back. This and the Tahoe when it first got the BTL’s was what got me into car audio. Glad some things never change
@mariussakalauskas6154
@mariussakalauskas6154 8 ай бұрын
Back to life
@andrewg3383
@andrewg3383 8 ай бұрын
Two team sundown neos or two smds because it's him if the box is good and right for the subs do it. You can't let it go after this long.
@jwollam
@jwollam 8 ай бұрын
I was waiting for the old school lift the sub over your head ( i sure as heck couldn't do it, let alone lift one of those monsters!) Love to see the Honda getting some love and a project on the channel! Best wishes with the build, can't wait for what you do with it!
@mikegarcia6182
@mikegarcia6182 8 ай бұрын
Definitely keep the wall . Can’t see this thing go back to normal
@derrickcarter8787
@derrickcarter8787 8 ай бұрын
keep it and upgrade
@MrDopey32
@MrDopey32 8 ай бұрын
In my personal opinion, if the structure of the wall is still sound, I would just go with newer subs and do a full upgrade to anything audio related in the car. She's still mint Steve!! She is a treasure from when you were getting started 15 plus years ago and she's a trademark of your stamp on the car audio world❤ For the love of great sound and the great memories you have had with all the ones that have passed away and still present, please keep her!! Everytime you you look at her, the memories will come flooding back and the smiles of your family will mean so much more❤
@MrDopey32
@MrDopey32 8 ай бұрын
It may not be your first car or first build, but for me it was the first one I ever seen from you❤
@JoseHernandez-qk4lp
@JoseHernandez-qk4lp 8 ай бұрын
Bring it back to life
@EarlPickle
@EarlPickle 8 ай бұрын
Best charger I've ever owned. Just saved my 2 xs power 3400r's after it got down to 20 degrees here in the northwest.
@vernonjackson1792
@vernonjackson1792 8 ай бұрын
Keep it simple bro.... get a Gately box and subs of your choice.... like you did with Jaybird and Jared's build.
@shaunjay6040
@shaunjay6040 8 ай бұрын
I’d like to see crazy power.. and I big bank of Yinlong maybe custom bus bars for the battery. I think the box is cool, so wheather you keep it or not is fine, I’m here for whatever.
@MrLuckyPfeffer
@MrLuckyPfeffer 8 ай бұрын
I'm still prayin for a complete redo!! Keepin comin.
@thebeanner1
@thebeanner1 8 ай бұрын
I would love to see some AA SMD subs un there but ikn what ever u do it’s going to b amazing brotha ..
@adamnorwood8084
@adamnorwood8084 8 ай бұрын
Man if you keep it put a pair of your subs in them. On the box I stay keep it but you your attention to detail on it. Thank SMD
@serDecibel
@serDecibel 8 ай бұрын
Civic needs a new modern banbpass wall🔊
@traviskline1893
@traviskline1893 8 ай бұрын
Looks of work going on there. Can't wait to see what you do. Thanks again Steve. Peace
@mikerodgers6601
@mikerodgers6601 8 ай бұрын
I'd keep the wall and make whatever better adjustments I could to it and upgrade everything else and get it back to slammin again. When I first got into car audio when I was a teenager those subs were my dream subs I've always wanted a pair of those
@albinosguy
@albinosguy 8 ай бұрын
You meed to keep that honda old school leave it the way it is
@tylerfleury1672
@tylerfleury1672 7 ай бұрын
"Made it better" twice. I remember watching those videos 15+ years ago.
@tommymartini34
@tommymartini34 8 ай бұрын
Keep the wall and throw different subs and lithium batts
@aaronbigbie431
@aaronbigbie431 8 ай бұрын
Keep the box man upgrade the subs and throw alot of power in there
@e-nubusproductions6076
@e-nubusproductions6076 8 ай бұрын
a upgrade would be dope to see
@jamesriddle8902
@jamesriddle8902 8 ай бұрын
Keep the wall and go big
@SQ_og
@SQ_og 8 ай бұрын
Kudos for elevating your game with the cookbook.
@andrewziegler2608
@andrewziegler2608 8 ай бұрын
I remember the windshield flex with those subs. Crazy
@mariovelazquez9138
@mariovelazquez9138 8 ай бұрын
What ever you decide to do its definitely gonna be SIC WIT IT!!!!!!!!
@otoniellopez-borquez9144
@otoniellopez-borquez9144 8 ай бұрын
What ever you do bro it's going to be a SMD build and that I know it's going to be clean. It's crazy that back in the days we used alot of different brands and now you have all your own products to show. Goals. Can't wait to see all the SMD products that your going to use for the build. It's going to be like dope ass before and after vid.
@Hectoriousz
@Hectoriousz 8 ай бұрын
Keep the wall! You don’t see boxes like that anymore. Love to see what a refresh would do. That’s not a car it’s a toy. Who needs another normal car : )
@chrisfountaine1409
@chrisfountaine1409 8 ай бұрын
I would go some big boy 18s on some serious power and go lithium.
@mostknownunknown440
@mostknownunknown440 8 ай бұрын
I never thought I'd ever see you take bass out of a car. Hell must have frozen over
@kanesdisciple
@kanesdisciple 8 ай бұрын
Keep the wall. Go 2 new 18's on 10k watts and go lithium
@carguy2157
@carguy2157 8 ай бұрын
Steve we need to get you to a million subs brother almost there
@Fackler91
@Fackler91 8 ай бұрын
Use it to test different subs. Hook it up to the test bench and see what you can get out of it
@Mastermindyoung14
@Mastermindyoung14 24 күн бұрын
That's crazy. I bought a XXX back in this era. I'm still running it
@alfonsohernandez8740
@alfonsohernandez8740 8 ай бұрын
That's a lot of work. Thank you for the content keep up the good work.
@xMoreShots
@xMoreShots 8 ай бұрын
Definitely do an updated build. A b2 Audio build! PLEASE PLEEEASE consider an all b2 Audio build.
@bigdaddy6879
@bigdaddy6879 8 ай бұрын
You know….the civic was you showcasing your skills back in the day. Why not carry on that tradition? I know you have the Tahoe and the Esco, but maybe make this a straight competition car? Ya know…give it all the beans, every single thing you have learned since the civic became “THE CIVIC” and put all you know now into a wild build and make it something you can trailer to shows and competitions. The civic is where it all started for a lot of us and I think it’s unanimous that no one wants it to go anywhere. Just my 2 cents homie. We are behind you 110% with whatever you choose. 🤜🏻🤛🏻🔥🔥
@jljohjr
@jljohjr 8 ай бұрын
No matter witch way you go, someone will have negative remarks. So just do what makes Steve happy. That's it.
@robertjefferson8275
@robertjefferson8275 8 ай бұрын
Yep. People with negative comments, and people asking for free shit. Those are two guaranteed things on Steve's videos.
@saschacubexyz
@saschacubexyz 8 ай бұрын
Bring it back to life man 🙏
@jjon4220
@jjon4220 8 ай бұрын
Unless your plans is to make another bass show car I would keep the wall but if not, I would take it out & put the back seat back in and maybe install a nice clean system. Make everything look stock but sound amazing like a sleeper type build.
@BenBurton606
@BenBurton606 8 ай бұрын
Maybe try some new subs in the existing box to see what it will do on some bigger power. Almost infinite options. Looks real good still though. I am excited to see what route you choose. I'm sure it will be bad ass whatever you decide. ✌
@minitruckinaintdead7142
@minitruckinaintdead7142 8 ай бұрын
Na keep it old school 100% paint it up run the re audios more modern agm do a new alpine flip out screen and Period correct amps and everything all the way
@johansenfrank4968
@johansenfrank4968 8 ай бұрын
Another pair of 18's with more power. I'd keep it in the family so when your grandkids ask pa paw what's the deal with that blue car... the memories and stories will be worth way more than the money👍
@YungDiddy1484
@YungDiddy1484 8 ай бұрын
Keep the wall and just upgrade everything 🔥🔥🔥
@williamsagers3993
@williamsagers3993 8 ай бұрын
Upgrade and make it better don’t gut it
@OraCLEtheJERK
@OraCLEtheJERK 8 ай бұрын
Refresh with some sundown nsv6 18s on 2 salt 6ks with lithium banks and a newer upgraded alternator.
@5187josue
@5187josue 8 ай бұрын
Keep the wall
@neilholland4427
@neilholland4427 8 ай бұрын
It is nostalgic so keep it but like you said put some more modern subs in there with more power
@davidakerman79
@davidakerman79 8 ай бұрын
Yes sir! Keeps the box 100
@kalyndyck315
@kalyndyck315 8 ай бұрын
Keep the wall. Modernize it. The legend shall live on
@KAE-PerformanceRacing
@KAE-PerformanceRacing 8 ай бұрын
New pair of 18s and rebuild battery and amp rack!
@damaienlincoln
@damaienlincoln 8 ай бұрын
Hope all is well Steve I definitely say putting some sundown Uv2 18s in there ! Would be so sick
@williamsinger4124
@williamsinger4124 8 ай бұрын
First brand new car you ever bought, and you still own it. Yeah keep it and do another build using your newer products techniques etc. There's something sentimental about it, speaking as a car guy. In my case, the first nice thing I ever bought myself is a 91 chevy Beretta gt in 1997, 31k on the clock. I worked my ass off to have a nice car, something to show for my effort while most of my friends drank and smoked their checks away. I still own that car today, among others. Ill never sell it. Over the years its been a constant reminder that good old fashioned work pays off. Edit; i was in 10th grade.
@timtaylor5924
@timtaylor5924 8 ай бұрын
Do it for the bass heads culture and the subscribers we like to see some thing different every single day but whatever you decide I know that going to be a good one
@bigpolo.b
@bigpolo.b 8 ай бұрын
Steve come on broski you already know what you are going to do...make it badass 😂😂
@baconnbootyy
@baconnbootyy 8 ай бұрын
Bring it back to the old set up with the 18's in the trunk
@rickybobby7285
@rickybobby7285 8 ай бұрын
I’d like to see it just re surfaced, new look on something that’s honestly not broken! Can do some updated door panels to match, more modern components
@74midwestbass74
@74midwestbass74 8 ай бұрын
Wall FTW!!!
@tylertrimsale1259
@tylertrimsale1259 8 ай бұрын
Man a nice all around sound quality build in this thing would be nice. No crazy bass just quality.
@chrisbalkissoon9381
@chrisbalkissoon9381 8 ай бұрын
Steve Meade has always been known to go big or go home there’s no way u can put that car back to stock u said it yourself it’s just not like you. Do it big at that time of u building this car when you were younger u wanted the best of the best and wanted to put your all in that car do the same for it now. Even more because u can do so much more with it now
@mostknownunknown440
@mostknownunknown440 8 ай бұрын
Keep it
@notsure984
@notsure984 8 ай бұрын
I remember that book. I wonder if its in the basement still. My friends and family don't want me to put anymore money towards speakers. lol!!! They might have threw it out a long time ago.
@briandacus2235
@briandacus2235 8 ай бұрын
Update it and make it Hammer once again.
@franshaan7388
@franshaan7388 8 ай бұрын
I love this car you build!! It's the OG!
@DankDankPancake
@DankDankPancake 8 ай бұрын
Make it a collab car with gately
@mattreeves696
@mattreeves696 8 ай бұрын
More modern set keep the old box 100%
@howardkeepingitmoving5288
@howardkeepingitmoving5288 8 ай бұрын
I have the same civc with audio control DSP two skar vxf-12 on a 2250.1 soundqubed. I break the trunk. I'm tune to about 32hz and can get down to about 28hz on a good day. In it's all because I see this car back in the days. Keep bass on bro❤❤❤
@Luminous.Dynamics
@Luminous.Dynamics 8 ай бұрын
How many cubic feet is your enclosure?
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