Can anyone recommend an east bay Car Audio Shop for install?

Zuppy51 · 07-05-2010, 08:24 PM

I was getting the run around from a local shop. I don't want to name them, yet since the owners a friend of a friend.

Everything was ordered in advance, and I was told to drop the car off on last weekend. 4 days later I call to check on progress, response "it will be another week or so". I asked what was done. Their response was, "nothing yet" still waiting on parts. I go down, and find my new Nismo parked outside, covered in dust. I guess it was parked in the area they do the wood fabrication, cause dust is everywhere.

Needless to say I was pissed! I asked for the keys told them I was not coming back. They apologized and said they understood my frustration.

So now, I'm looking for another reputable shop.
Any suggestions?

I'm installing a Pioneer z120bt, Hertz Speakers, JL 900/5 amp and JL 13tw5 sub in a Wicked CAS box.

AndyZ · 07-05-2010, 08:30 PM

stereo base does pretty good work on it
its on elcamino(santa clara)

TreeSemdyZee · 07-05-2010, 09:46 PM

What a pain. I'd be pretty ripped about all of the wood dust too. Pretty abrasive stuff.

Where did you order your Hertz speakers from, if I might be so nosey? I'm really wanting to get some, but I can't find anywhere to order what I'm looking for.

Zuppy51 · 07-05-2010, 10:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TreeSemdyZee

What a pain. I'd be pretty ripped about all of the wood dust too. Pretty abrasive stuff.

Where did you order your Hertz speakers from, if I might be so nosey? I'm really wanting to get some, but I can't find anywhere to order what I'm looking for.

Car Audio Warehouse in San Leandro.
I purchased them from the owner, John. He was very helpful. I've had them for about a year. Sitting in my garage. I got them for my S2000, but never used them, since I sold that car.
They are the HSK 165 components. I personally have listened to them a few times in friends cars and love them.
They are not the highest end unit, but for my ears and budget they are perfect.

Car Audio Warehouse:
16910 E 14th St
(between 168th Ave & 170th Ave)
San Leandro, CA 94578
(510) 276-4200

Hours:
Mon-Sat 9 am - 7 pm

metz · 07-05-2010, 10:18 PM

Being an installer for many years before I moved on, Id have to say that what you are installing is only a day to day and half tops. No need to let anyone keep your car for a week.

TreeSemdyZee · 07-05-2010, 11:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zuppy51

Car Audio Warehouse in San Leandro.
I purchased them from the owner, John. He was very helpful. I've had them for about a year. Sitting in my garage. I got them for my S2000, but never used them, since I sold that car.
They are the HSK 165 components. I personally have listened to them a few times in friends cars and love them.
They are not the highest end unit, but for my ears and budget they are perfect.

Car Audio Warehouse:
16910 E 14th St
(between 168th Ave & 170th Ave)
San Leandro, CA 94578
(510) 276-4200

Hours:
Mon-Sat 9 am - 7 pm

Cool. Thanks man. I'm not looking for major speakers either. Just good quality.
Much appreciated.

DeLRo · 07-06-2010, 08:15 PM

Junior's Car Stereo in Fremont.

Junior's Car Stereo:

I get all my work done there. You can see one of my old installs in his gallery. I had the first in dash xbox back when it first came out. I think he took down the pick of my trunk though. 4-10"s that hit 156.5db. Lol... and I originally never wanted that much sound in my Integ, but once the ball started rolling I couldn't stop.

Calvin · 07-16-2010, 04:17 AM

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TrackRat · 07-27-2010, 04:22 PM

Has anyone had any experience with the shops in and around Concord / Walnut Creek? Need to bring my car in to remedy the crappy stock stereo situation.

07-05-2010, 08:24 PM	#1 (permalink)
Zuppy51 Base Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 95 Drives: 2010 PG Nismo #414 Rep Power: 15	Can anyone recommend an east bay Car Audio Shop for install? I was getting the run around from a local shop. I don't want to name them, yet since the owners a friend of a friend. Everything was ordered in advance, and I was told to drop the car off on last weekend. 4 days later I call to check on progress, response "it will be another week or so". I asked what was done. Their response was, "nothing yet" still waiting on parts. I go down, and find my new Nismo parked outside, covered in dust. I guess it was parked in the area they do the wood fabrication, cause dust is everywhere. Needless to say I was pissed! I asked for the keys told them I was not coming back. They apologized and said they understood my frustration. So now, I'm looking for another reputable shop. Any suggestions? I'm installing a Pioneer z120bt, Hertz Speakers, JL 900/5 amp and JL 13tw5 sub in a Wicked CAS box.

07-05-2010, 08:30 PM	#2 (permalink)
AndyZ Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Santa clara Age: 35 Posts: 334 Drives: Ford Escort "100HP" Rep Power: 16	stereo base does pretty good work on it its on elcamino(santa clara) __________________ NOR CAL TT Z34 Next - Built Engine / V-tec?

07-27-2010, 04:22 PM	#9 (permalink)
TrackRat Base Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Danville, CA Posts: 86 Drives: '10 370Z MB M6 Rep Power: 234	Has anyone had any experience with the shops in and around Concord / Walnut Creek? Need to bring my car in to remedy the crappy stock stereo situation. __________________ Rob Montgomery '10 370Z Sport 6MT - Pretty much stock... '88 Porsche 911 Turbo - You name it... its got it www.bloodsweatandbrokengears.com

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