2015-2020 F150 & Super Duty Kicker VSS Substage Powered Subwoofer Kit Install
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- Опубліковано 28 жов 2020
- UPDATE: Unfortunately Kicker has discontinued this Substage kit for the 2018-2020 F-150 trucks with no plans to produce a newer version.
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It sounds way better than stock. It’s not going to blow you out of your seat, but you will enjoy those low bass lines now. Great upgrade!
Great video, looking forward to this little project....however, I have one critique.I used to do alot of installs and one thing I learned the hard way; Never, ever, ever..put everything back together before making sure the speakers are functioning.
This is just what I need for my king ranch
I installed this last weekend in my 2020 F150 XLT. I was amazed at how easy and how well the whole thing was to install. I'm not a huge audiophile, but it sounds really good to me. I had the base speaker system, so it sucked before the install and now sounds a lot better. Kicker's written instructions sucked, but your video made the install super easy. Thanks much for the video and the product!
how do you get the back seat down??
@@jamesmcghay8888 They show you how in this install video at 7:25
Will this fit in a 2021 XLT single cab
Looks basically like factory. Awesome 👍
Get low profile JBL speakers with thin custom boxes and you can have 2 8s in there...it is amazing....I have it in my truck...plus room for a smaller amp back there too
What size amp did you use?
I just ordered one for Cyber Monday, and Should be getting it sometime this weekend. Thanks for the video!
Just ordered mine on that sale too. Hoping the sound is worth it 🤞🏼
Did you ever get yours installed?
Yes. I hooked it up my self. Just follow the directions. I made a video on the install of a Sony system on my channel. Check it out!
@@stevensimpson1043 yes, I got it installed. checkout my channel where I install it. I think it's a essential upgrade. The F-150 should have came with a set up like this.
@@jessevanderleest6787did you have to mess with FORSCAN for it to work?
Great presentation, one of the best I have seen and heard.
Well I know what I’m asking my wife to get me for Christmas 🤣
I imagine it’ll be hard to see the truck leave after putting so much time into it
This video was perfect timing. I just installed one on my 2020 F-150 XLT.
The toughest part was getting the wire through the firewall. Took me about four hours. Sounds great!
How much sound quality does it ass to the truck? is it worth the money??
Sorry!!!!! I meant ADD................
It really does. I actually had to turn the base down a little. I’m happy with my purchase.
just open up a wire coat hanger and send it through the grommet under the dash. Find it in the engine compartment and make a small hook on the end. Tape any wire you want to send through the grommet and pull it through. It helps if you have someone feeding the wire in while you pull it.
Will this work in a 2022 super duty
Great video guys. Thank you
Noah, Can I hook the power line to the Upfitter switches so I can turn the Sub off when my dogs are riding in the back? And will this fit a F250 XLT? My stock system sounds like magnets taped to paper plates!
Do you guys still have this product for sale? I do not see it on your website.
Thanks for the tutorial!
This install is usually for the xlt and below trims? My lariat currently had the factory subwoofer.
Just picked up one of these for 140$ off my local Facebook marketplace !
If I run the wiring to the front like you did do I need forscan or would I only need forscan if I connected to back pillar sub harness also how does it sound
How does the install differ on a 2017?
Anybody know if this will work with an aftermarket stereo installed? I don't see why it wouldn't but I was just wondering if anyone knew for sure.
There is a factory plug in the back for this upgrade not need to run wires from the front
Where at in back? Please explain?
the wire harness should be in behind the c pilar plastic. one of the other youtube vids showed it. it is a pain in the ass to get to but it should be there.
@@tazman66gt18thanks! 👍🏻
I’d love to hear anyone’s opinion on the sub stage system who has installed it… how does it sound 1-10???
I have a 22 F150 Tremor. Getting my dealership to throw one of these Kicker units in for me since I do not have the B&O system. Do you recommend upgrading the factory speakers as well or will they be ok with this installed? I’m not looking for crazy audio…just want an upgrade over stock.
Wouldn’t this drain your battery since it’s got direct power all the time with no remote wire to turn off the amp?
I have this sub on my 2016 F150 XLT. I don’t have start/stop but every time I open/close a door (with the truck off) or shut the truck off, a few minutes later the sub “ bumps”. I’ve called Kicker and they have no fix/solution for this issue.
Does anyone else has the same issue?
Will this work with the 2020 super duty
I don’t understand why you cannot wire to the radio signal and still have the auto start/off still engaged? Granted it’s more work to tap into the radio but it would be ideal if someone really benefits from the fuel economy.
Hey man, my dad has this but it sounds like all frequencies are being played out of it. Sounds hollow and echoey. Is there a low pass filter at all?
What is the setting the sub is working but its playing music also?
So this is the Kicker Substage upgrade. Has anyone installed the Kicker Powerstage/Substage combo system? Just installed on my 2020 F-150 STX and I have no sound from any speakers. Verified connections but nothing.
Is this worth it Over the oem Sony sub? I have a 2015 Platinum with the Sony system and sub and want more bass. Also is this plug n play w/Sony system?
So on my 2022 xlt it has the bo sound system what would I need to hook it up, some videos say I need a adapter plug
Ho much is an install like this. I have a 2019 f250.
Why was this discontinued and not for sale anymore?
"Auto start / stop"... The #1 reason to download FORScan and disable that system completely, as I did on my 2020 F150. Best 10 bucks I ever spent.
Where did you purchase?
@@carloszamora1128 FORScan is available online, but in order to use some features, you'll need to purchase the extended license, which is like 10 dollars for a year.
@@Sagittarius-88 is it mobile?
@@Thalor What do you mean "is it mobile?" My truck? Yeah, it runs fine. If you're talking about FORScan, there's a lite version of it on the Google play store, but chances are you can't do a whole lot with it. I run FORScan on my laptop with the extended license and have all the full functionality of the program. In my opinion, the extended license is absolutely worth paying for.
What’s forescan needed to enable the sub? I’ve seen other subs that it was needed?
Can i add this if i dint have one to begin with
Is it worth upgrading the stock b&o subwoofer to this?
Hello, on your website this item not avialable(
Where I can buy it?
Do you have to mess with Forscan to use with a 2019 XLT? Mine just has a 6 speaker stereo, it does have the larger factory head unit.
This product says discontinued, will it ever be back in stock?
I have a 2019 xlt. Can I still get the wire harness he’s using in the video???
2023 f150 xlt if i instal the kicker sub will i have to take it to dealer to activate the sub
Mine did not come with a wiring harness for the wire taps as shown in the video. Instead it has 3 wires with pin plugs for behind the stock radio. Will this setup work on a 2018 XLT Sport?
Would this kit work on my 2020 F250? i see they are still available
What about the plug that’s behind the panel next to the back seat on the drivers side.....does that plug not have to be used?
Did you figure it out ?
My platinum has a sub, can I upgrade it to a 12?
Are you able to make this work with the 2021 F150 with normal B&O system (not the unleashed)? If not, what are you guys doing for those trucks?
Thank for the great video.
Doesn’t the 2021 B&O come with a sub behind the seat?
How can I get the harness for that subwoofer
I see that you sell an auto start-stop disable kit, part #1038810. If I install this, will this eliminate the problem with the subwoofer turning off at a stop without the kit?
This should fix your problem DNut, give our team a call for more help with your start/stop issue 623-434-5277
He looks like Derek from the movie "Step Brothers"
Go ahead punch me
If you have a custom tune will it interfere with anything?
What’s better the Sony system or this?
Anyo boxes or subs available to fit in the 2018 f150 supercab? The seats are not as deep :/ they always stick out
What about the programming? That sub will not work by simply hooking it up and turning it on. The radio has to be programmed to send a pathway to the sub does it not?
I believe you're talking about enabling the factory sub connector that's under the rear door. This kit gets it's inputs by tapping into the left front door speaker. I think the front door speakers are "full signal", so plenty of bass. I've read that you don't want to tap into the rear door speakers, because they don't have a full spectrum signal from the radio like the front door speakers do.
So, what was the point in cutting the larger squares of carpet? Seems pointless. Why not just cut small holes where the mounting holes should be?
It’s to allow for the plate to seat firmly against the truck bed and also for the holes on the top bracket line up .
I been lookin for the subwoofer and is not for sale in your website no more so I been looking for this subwoofer and I see this two that look the same but have different part number VKL3Z-18808-A and VGL3Z-18808-A my truck is a 2019 f150 lariat any one that can tell me wich one should I buy ??
VGL3Z-18808-A is more for trucks that have the connector in the rear (WPT1212)
VKL3Z18808A is for truck that don’t have the connector in the rear and have start/stop feature
Any updates for us 2021 f150 owners? Or do you have a system for 2021s?
You did ask for any updates...here's one for my 2.7L EcoBoost with start/stop feature...oh Canada.
accessories.ford.ca/catalog/product/view/id/2365/s/speaker-asy-12946/#2021/F-150
work for f150 stx 2023???
I’d be interested to hear someone’s take on how this compares to the factory B & O
The B&O is great but the kicker will bang harder for sure
B&O is pretty awful so this Kicker upgrade should be an improvement. My 2019 Ford SD has the B&O stereo and it's the worst radio I've had since my 1997 GMC. No real bass at all. My 2014 Ram had Alpine and that was an above average factory radio in my opinion.
I sure hope its better, my B&O doesnt sound all that great with bass
Can't get it anymore now! It's been discontinued 😩
@@No_nonsense302 I just saw that tried to go and buy it 😭 idk what I’m gonna do about it now cause this B&O sub ain’t cutting it, might just call a local audio shop and see if they have any recommendations
Can we do a 2023 tremor Bo system how to? Tyia
Discontinued already? Wow.
Hi, I planning to add it to my 2019 F150 but I wondering to know if after forscan programing the head unit will include an extra feature to control the subwoofer level, currently from the head unit I can control the levels for Trebles, Mid and Bass. I think after programing should appear one control exclusively for the subwoofer level, am I right?
Did you ever figure this out?
No, I didn't, still searching more info...@@treyh0079
Is this worth it for a 2017 with the Sony sound system and factory sub?
it really depends upon how much bass you want.
@@gamboxx didn’t really answer much
Will there be one for the Ranger ????
My exact thought every day 😂
@@evanpetrarca this B&O is great. But I want my woofer to pound a little mo’ 🔥🔥
Same interior. 2018 Lariat...
Will it fit a regular cab?
I would like to know also. I have a 2018 regular cab
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Well now shows to be discontinued…
Also. Will this fit the Ranger ????
This will not fit the Ranger, we're hoping kicker is working on something similar for the Ranger
@@stage3motorsports gotcha 🤙🏽
For my 😄👈 f150
Does anyone know what the two tapped wires are? the White and the White with the Brown Stripe.
They have to be speaker wires. The subwoofer has to get an audio signal from somewhere. I'm looking at a wiring diagram on Mitchell ProDemand for a 2020 F150, and from what I'm seeing, the left front speaker positive is the white wire, the left front negative is white with a brown stripe. There's obviously going to be a crossover in the sub to filter out the high frequencies, but without an audio feed, the sub won't produce anything.
Wouldnt it be easier just too tap from the speakers on the back doors ?
Does this need to be programmed I don’t know if I missed that part
I installed it on my 2016 F150 and it was plugged and play. Sounds far better than any b&o factory system I have heard.
@@offroad605 hey Craig, does this drain your battery since there’s no remote wire? How does the amp shut off?
@RSfolls it never drained my battery. It is wired inline with the factory harness behind the radio. I'm sure the Amp either shuts off with the ignition or no sound coming from the speaker wires. I had it for years and never had a dead battery.
no longer available :(
I'm literally buying one right now
@@Jhor-418 if you say that you are buying from the link in the description then we all know you are lying. Item is showing as discontinued on the link website as well as the manufacturer website.
It is discontinued but google a little harder. I got one last week (March 2021)
It's discontinued
Damn really??
According to the kicker website, it's out of stock, and it's not available from stage 3 either. Either there's a ridiculously high demand for these things or they pulled the plug on production due to some unforeseen product flaw. Guess time will tell.
@@Sagittarius-88 I think it's available on the ford accessories website
The Peanuts cartoon music was...😴😴😴
If you are going to go to that much trouble just install a real subwoofer.
This isn't even available as it is discontinued.
Lost me at wire taps
This video is pointless. Connector is on the panel. Plug and play
Terrible camera angles
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