Re: Audi Coupe Quattro

[schulz@tif623.ed.ray.com (Peter Schulz)]

> From quattro-owner@coimbra.ans.net Wed Aug 16 21:32:46 1995
> From: Chris Gharibo <cgharibo@pipeline.com>
> Date: Wed, 16 Aug 1995 20:30:24 -0400
> To: quattro@coimbra.ans.net
> Subject: Audi Coupe Quattro
> 
> I am installing an amplifier in the hatch of my Coupe and I was wondering
> if there are any robust positive terminals I can tap into in the rear since
> my other option is to run a wire all the way to the battery in the front. 
>  
> Please advise.
> 
Chris:
I just purchased the Bentley electrical troubleshooting guide for my 1990 Coupe Quattro.  Based on my experience, you be better off running a 10 or 12 gauge dedicated power line to the battery, fused as close to the battery as possible.

This will definitely minimize any potential for picking up alternator noise, and not limit the current to the amplifier.  

If you really want to tap into the existing wires, check under the rear seat.  There are power lines for the ABS computer, and the rear differential....


BTW:  which amplifier are you installing?  where in the hatch?  I'm very frustarted with the current stereo, but all solutions seem to be very high $$$$.  I can replace the head unit easily enough, but the front speakers are odd sized, the rear speakers have their own built in mono amps.  There is little or no room for a cd player, let alone a deadicated amplifier!


Thanks and good luck!

Peter Schulz
1990 Coupe Q
schulz@ed.ray.com