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Old Dec 30, 2002 | 12:53 PM
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Default Advice on getting a cable through the firewall for my amp

This is for a 2001 Honda Accord Sedan, LX model w/ 4 cylinder VTEC engine. I'm trying to get the positive cable from my amp to hook up to the positive end on the battery. Problem is, it has to go through the firewall and I'm having a tough time finding a way without drilling. Does anyone know how I can run the cable through the firewall without drilling and taking apart the firewall itself? If drilling is the easiest method, any recommendations on where I should put the hole? I'm trying to run a 16 guage cable through btw.


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Old Dec 30, 2002 | 04:55 PM
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Default Re: Advice on getting a cable through the firewall for my amp (EVIL Teken)

I use a old antenna mast which I tape the end(s) of the wire to, then I poke the antenna through the gromet area...

Takes about 2 minutes...
That's funny, I always used an antenna mast that I sharpened on a grinder too. RED FLAG: Did you say 16 Gauge wire??? 16 Gauge wire is not sufficient for your amp. I wouldn't run less than 10 gauge for any amp worth installing. How many watts is the amp?
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Old Dec 30, 2002 | 06:33 PM
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Default Re: Advice on getting a cable through the firewall for my amp (EVIL Teken)

In all G2 & G3 Integra's there are black rubber gromets that may be removed / cut to allow the power wire you wish to pass through...
I know that 4th gens had a rubber grommet in the passengers side footwell too, right up in front of the ECU.
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Old Dec 30, 2002 | 07:11 PM
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And please don't forget to fuse it within 12 inches of the battery.
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Old Dec 30, 2002 | 07:30 PM
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And please don't forget to fuse it within 12 inches of the battery.
yeah, this is actullay a pretty important step, could save your whole car someday
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