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SMD DD-1+

Distortion Detector/Analyzer

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Distortion Detector/Analyzer

• Check Gain Overlap Settings
• Input Voltage Capacity Raised to 200Vrms
• RMS AC Voltmeter Built-in

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• Check Gain Overlap Settings
• Input Voltage Capacity Raised to 200Vrms
• RMS AC Voltmeter Built-in

Stinger SVMR

Red LED Voltage Display

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Red LED Voltage Display

• Red LED Voltage Display
• Universal Mounting
• Monitor System Voltage
• Easy Installation

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• Red LED Voltage Display
• Universal Mounting
• Monitor System Voltage
• Easy Installation

Second Skin Audio CSA-1

16 oz. Super Strong Contact Spray Adhesive (High Temperature)

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16 oz. Super Strong Contact Spray Adhesive (High Temperature)

• Super Strong Contact Spray Adhesive (High Temperature)
• Works with all Second Skin Audio automotive materials
• Adheres to glass, cardboard, foam, paper, wood, rubber, metal, plastic, and cloth
• Rated for use in high temperature environments
• Fast dry time and water resistant

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• Super Strong Contact Spray Adhesive (High Temperature)
• Works with all Second Skin Audio automotive materials
• Adheres to glass, cardboard, foam, paper, wood, rubber, metal, plastic, and cloth
• Rated for use in high temperature environments
• Fast dry time and water resistant

Metra BS9 Universal Back Strap

Installation accessory to help mount in-dash receivers, tweeters, and more

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Installation accessory to help mount in-dash receivers, tweeters, and more

• Universal application
• Metal Mounting Backstrap
• Size : 9 Inch
• Sold Individually

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• Universal application
• Metal Mounting Backstrap
• Size : 9 Inch
• Sold Individually

Install Bay Ford Interior Trim Retainer Clips (2048PK)

Ford Interior Trim Retainer Clips 9/32" - 25 pack

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Ford Interior Trim Retainer Clips 9/32" - 25 pack

• Interior Trim Retainer Clips
• Size: 9/32"
• For Ford Vehicles
• Pack of 25

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• Interior Trim Retainer Clips
• Size: 9/32"
• For Ford Vehicles
• Pack of 25

NVX XTGSP2

Tone Generator and Speaker Polarity Tester

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Tone Generator and Speaker Polarity Tester

• Tone Generator • Speaker Polarity Tester
• Perfect Troubleshooting and Testing
• Output Range of 0-8 Volts
• Includes RCA and Alligator Clips
• 9V Speaker Popper • Auto Shutoff

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• Tone Generator • Speaker Polarity Tester
• Perfect Troubleshooting and Testing
• Output Range of 0-8 Volts
• Includes RCA and Alligator Clips
• 9V Speaker Popper • Auto Shutoff

SMD AMM-1

Audio Multimeter

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Audio Multimeter

• Measure True Amplifier Power Output
• Measure DC Voltage Drops
• Measure Common DC Voltages
• Measure Impedance of Speakers
• Measure Phase Difference

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• Measure True Amplifier Power Output
• Measure DC Voltage Drops
• Measure Common DC Voltages
• Measure Impedance of Speakers
• Measure Phase Difference

4x8 ft, 40mil (1mm / 0.04" thick) Clear PET-G Uncut Sheet | XRGO XP1MM4X8

32 ft² (2.98 m²) Transparent Uncut Sheet of PETG (Polyethylene Terephthlate Glycol-Modified) with Protective Paper, Standard Tolerance

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32 ft² (2.98 m²) Transparent Uncut Sheet of PETG (Polyethylene Terephthlate Glycol-Modified) with Protective Paper, Standard Tolerance

• High-temperature Uncut Sheet of Acrylic "Plexiglass"
•UV Stabilization
• Size: 4'x8'
• Thickness: 0.04"

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• High-temperature Uncut Sheet of Acrylic "Plexiglass"
•UV Stabilization
• Size: 4'x8'
• Thickness: 0.04"

Install Bay 3/4" x 82' TESA Tape (IB51036)

TESA EXT HARNESS HI-TEMP TAPE 16 PACK of TESA Cloth Fabric Interior / Exterior / Under-Hood / Engine-Bay Harnessing Tape - 3/4" x 82' (19mm x 25m)

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TESA EXT HARNESS HI-TEMP TAPE 16 PACK of TESA Cloth Fabric Interior / Exterior / Under-Hood / Engine-Bay Harnessing Tape - 3/4" x 82' (19mm x 25m)

• TESA Exterior Cloth Tape
• 10.2 MIL High Temp Resistant
• PET Backing
• AAA Acrylic Adhesive
• 3/4IN X 82FT(25M)
• High temperature resistance 150degC/3000h
• High abrasion resistance
• Sleeve of 16 rolls

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• TESA Exterior Cloth Tape
• 10.2 MIL High Temp Resistant
• PET Backing
• AAA Acrylic Adhesive
• 3/4IN X 82FT(25M)
• High temperature resistance 150degC/3000h
• High abrasion resistance
• Sleeve of 16 rolls

Metra 86-3528

Radio Removal Keys for Pontiac GTO

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Radio Removal Keys for Pontiac GTO

• Pontiac GTO Removal Tool
• Compatible for 2004-2006 Pontiac GTO Models
• Eliminates Damage to Factory Stereo
• Easy and Convenient

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• Pontiac GTO Removal Tool
• Compatible for 2004-2006 Pontiac GTO Models
• Eliminates Damage to Factory Stereo
• Easy and Convenient

Metra 86-5612

Factory Radio Rear Support Removal Bracket for Ford Vehicles

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Factory Radio Rear Support Removal Bracket for Ford Vehicles

• Ford Rear Support Bracket
• Compatible with Select Ford Vehicles
• Allows easy removal of factory stereo without damaging or scratching unit
• Ensures everlasting service life

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• Ford Rear Support Bracket
• Compatible with Select Ford Vehicles
• Allows easy removal of factory stereo without damaging or scratching unit
• Ensures everlasting service life

SPL-LAB Wireless Bass Meter

Portable sound level meter for measuring the sound pressure

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Portable sound level meter for measuring the sound pressure

• Calibrated according to the TERM-LAB Classic and Magnum
• Amplitude range from 110 to 190 dB
• Frequency range from 10 to 120 Hz
• ADC module and WiFi module
• Wired and wireless data transfer
• Vacuum suction cups included
• Shockproof plastic material

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• Calibrated according to the TERM-LAB Classic and Magnum
• Amplitude range from 110 to 190 dB
• Frequency range from 10 to 120 Hz
• ADC module and WiFi module
• Wired and wireless data transfer
• Vacuum suction cups included
• Shockproof plastic material

Install Bay Manual Window Crank Retainer Clips (IBWC)

Manual Window Crank Retainer Clips - 10 pack

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Manual Window Crank Retainer Clips - 10 pack

• Manual Window Crank Retainer Clips
• Pack of 10

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• Manual Window Crank Retainer Clips
• Pack of 10

Metra 86-9001

1998-2006 Volkswagen/Audi/Mercedes Radio Removal Tool

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1998-2006 Volkswagen/Audi/Mercedes Radio Removal Tool

• Radio removal tool for select 1998-2006 Volkswagen, Audi, and Mercedes vehicles

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• Radio removal tool for select 1998-2006 Volkswagen, Audi, and Mercedes vehicles

Sound Extreme by ECOXGEAR ACC-SERV7

1.5" to 3" Universal Roll Cage Mounting Clamps

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1.5" to 3" Universal Roll Cage Mounting Clamps

• Universal Roll-Cage Soundbar Mounting Clamps
• Designed for use in SoundExtreme soundbars (Sold separately)
• Fits in 1.5" to 3" mounting tubes
• Sold in pairs

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• Universal Roll-Cage Soundbar Mounting Clamps
• Designed for use in SoundExtreme soundbars (Sold separately)
• Fits in 1.5" to 3" mounting tubes
• Sold in pairs

Second Skin Audio TAPE-1-20FT-BLCK-BUTYL

20 Ft. Damplifier Butyl Sealant Tape

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20 Ft. Damplifier Butyl Sealant Tape

• 20 Ft. Damplifier Butyl Sealant Tape
• Extruded, butyl tubber tape on rolled release paper
• Maintains moisture and air barrier
• Excellent adhesion to metal, wood, glass, and masonry
• AAMA certified component for window glazing

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• 20 Ft. Damplifier Butyl Sealant Tape
• Extruded, butyl tubber tape on rolled release paper
• Maintains moisture and air barrier
• Excellent adhesion to metal, wood, glass, and masonry
• AAMA certified component for window glazing

XpressKit DLOADER4

OBD2 Plug-in Bluetooth DirectLoader Wireless Bootloader Programming Tool

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OBD2 Plug-in Bluetooth DirectLoader Wireless Bootloader Programming Tool

• OBD2 plug in Bluetooth wireless bootloader
• Combines XKLOADER2 and XKLOADER3 functionality
• Supports DS4 echosystem Bluetooth flashing
• Includes all harness and programming tools necessary

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• OBD2 plug in Bluetooth wireless bootloader
• Combines XKLOADER2 and XKLOADER3 functionality
• Supports DS4 echosystem Bluetooth flashing
• Includes all harness and programming tools necessary

Zip Kicker PT-50

5 oz Spray Accelerator for CA Glue

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5 oz Spray Accelerator for CA Glue

• Forces the Immediate Cure of all Cyanoacrylates
• Safe on Plastics
• Will not Craze Most Plastics
• Expands Gap Filling Ability
• Permits Structural Fillet Forming

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• Forces the Immediate Cure of all Cyanoacrylates
• Safe on Plastics
• Will not Craze Most Plastics
• Expands Gap Filling Ability
• Permits Structural Fillet Forming

Metra INSTGL8

8 oz. Insta-Cure+ Gap Filling Medium Cyanoacrylate (CA) Glue

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8 oz. Insta-Cure+ Gap Filling Medium Cyanoacrylate (CA) Glue

• Cyanoacrylate (CA) Gap Filling Medium Glue
• Viscosity: Medium
• Curing Time: 5-15 seconds
• Compatibility: Wood, Plastic, and Metal

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• Cyanoacrylate (CA) Gap Filling Medium Glue
• Viscosity: Medium
• Curing Time: 5-15 seconds
• Compatibility: Wood, Plastic, and Metal

Second Skin Audio DUAL-400

Strongest Grade Dual Lock Strip Reclosable Fastener (400 Stems)

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Strongest Grade Dual Lock Strip Reclosable Fastener (400 Stems)

• Dual Lock Strip Reclosable Fastener (400 Stems)
• Mushroom-shaped stems interlock with one another
• Super strong, pressure-sensitive acrylic backing
• Sticks to metal, wood, vinyl, cardboard, glass, concrete, and most plastics

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• Dual Lock Strip Reclosable Fastener (400 Stems)
• Mushroom-shaped stems interlock with one another
• Super strong, pressure-sensitive acrylic backing
• Sticks to metal, wood, vinyl, cardboard, glass, concrete, and most plastics

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    Custom fabrication involves creating unique components or modifications to fit specific needs. This could include building custom speaker enclosures, mounting brackets, or panels to house audio equipment seamlessly within the vehicle's interior.
    While basic skills in woodworking, metalworking, or wiring can be beneficial, you can also learn these skills over time with practice. Many enthusiasts start with simpler projects and gradually develop more advanced fabrication skills. Online resources, forums, and tutorials can provide valuable guidance.
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