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Barbara/Novel

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*Wire cutters/strippers and crimpers*
For stripping insulation easily, use a pair with stripper holes precut for common wire sizes and a smaller clipper for finer wire.

*Angled screwdrivers*
Often makes removing dash and rear deck speakers a lot easier, when windows limit maneuvering space.

*Various wrenches, pliers, and socket sets*
The specific types and sizes you need will depend on your vehicle.

*Multimeter (VOM)*
Essential to diagnose and understand installation problems.

*Metal drill and saw*
You'll need these if you need to modify your vehicle for new
speaker cutouts or to accommodate a new head unit.

*Hot glue gun*
Good for installing carpeting or putting door panel trim back in place after modifications.

*Razor knife*
Helps for cutting carpet and keeping cut out holes neat on door panels or interior walls, especially when installing speakers.

*Hammer*
For working out frustrations and occasionally delivering needed force to start holes for screws etc.

*Flex tubing & shrink wrap insulation*
Good for protecting wire and insulating connections, especially in the engine compartment.

*Extra hardware*
Nuts, bolts, screws, crimp-on connectors, wire rolls, tie-downs, etc.

*Fuse puller and extra fuses.*
In addition to the fuses for your system, check your car's
fusebox to find the various sizes you'll need. Also, while you can use needle-nosed pliers to pull fuses, always disconnect the battery before doing so.

*Wire ties*
Keeps the wiring neat and secure..

*Small light source*
A flashlight or other light source will let you know what surprises linger in the dark spots.

*Tape measure*
Keep your wires as long as necessary, and as short as possible.