Love your channel, just discovered it! Regarding your speakers. Alpine claim 20W RMS per speaker, or 150W music power. (RMS means 'Root Mean Square', the most accurate way of measuring power). This equates to a continuous test tone, at full volume. But most music isn't a maximum level test tone, it has dynamics peaks and troughs. Most music will be in practice much lower level than the peak level. That's why 'music power' is used as a measure of 'real world' power handling. Of course, 150W sounds better than 20W RMS, so most manufacturers usually quote music power for car audio and Bluetooth speakers. In the real hi-fi world of expensive home and professional gear, they tend to use RMS. RMS is ultimately the more correct measurement.
You got me through the boredom that is Christmas my friend by watching the whole back catalogue with your wit and wisdom .. Then i realised why your reassuring tones sounded familiar ..Guy Garvey ,yeah the bloke from Elbow ( he did a stint on 6 music a while back ), are you twins ?
Why contactless?if I had access to a spot to install a USB & a USB-C port, I’d do that. If I was installing a modern stereo, you could pick something with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto and especially an Aux In port, so I could use my old iPod while driving! I don’t otherwise use it, and it’s been tremendously useful, having sacrificed my CD changer when I had a Porsche PCCM+ installed in my 996 911. That cassette storage bin is a great opportunity to place a phone, iPod, memory stick or hard drive & link to a new stereo.
Got to say mate your channel is my new addiction I've been binge watching your content for the last two days 😀 loved the rascal save and the merc the mini of course and now the 925
I have a modern classic 911, a 40th Anniversary Edition 996. I like the 924, but the 2004 911, a sort of GTS of its day (a designation which didn’t yet exist), is really a brilliant car. Very analog and mechanical yet modern enough that you can use it like any other manual car with a bit of a kick, nothing bonkers. The 924 four cylinder isn’t in the same league.
Great videos and new sub, and memories of the wiring mess for me ! from one of those pioneer component things I had one during the 90s, with the separate amp and graphic and was very good, i suspect that switch was for the early version of electronic memories it had which needed a permanent live but was maybe a drain on a car not used daily
My '86 Audi 100 also had Pioneer speakers, so they were original used by VAG? Mine were working but were very deteriorated, replaced them with compospeakers (under the original grill ofc).
I think Gary Mavers (“Classic Obsession” on TH-cam) has a red, A reg Porsche. I cannot remember if it’s a 924 or 928. Actually it must be the 928, because his had round, pop-up headlights.
Cracking update, and cracking progress! Whilst you wait for your “trim slot for steering wheel and gator, you may wish to invest in a tin of Kiwi black polish (not sponsored!) - it’s just Leather, after all, and would actually work wonders on the seat bolsters as well, lifting the interior even more ! Keep ‘em comin’! 5.1k subscribers can’t be wrong ! (And, as a side note, don’t fear the ‘woke’ police in exhaling the ‘under-your-breath’ profanities - makes me chuckle to hear you ‘at-it’, as it’s only exactly what I do when trying to “convince” a part that they need to move - absolutely love it ! JCHK
Brilliant content new subscriber only been a couple of weeks, keep your videos exact same the honesty is priceless and true. I'd buy that car if ever up for sale 🤔. All your kind of motors are my interest. Wet vac those seats tho lol
The wiring looks like somebody both knew what they were doing and not. You should get yourself a powered testpen, that way you can put power to circuits without the key on.
You just hit the 5000 🎉 A question: what ist that thing in the middle of the dashboard? Looks a bit like a speaker grill? But 5 speakers wouldn’t make sense? 🤔
Thank you! I can't believe it haha but very greatful, I think only some came with the in dash speaker and it may of been 3 speakers like old Polo's etc but there's nothing in there it's just a trim piece
I never assume a job is going to be easy. Wether it's a simple home DIY task or something on a vehicle or a job at work. The number of times I have gone "Oh this'll be an easy job" and it's come backj and bit me in the arse lol
That door handle insert looks similar to a type 2 VW Bay, I expect some VW parts will be the same. Is there a part number on the back of the insert on the other door?
It struck me from the first time you showed all the wiring hanging out all over the place that this car was going to be a nightmare electrically. The you had the light problems. The wipers seem to work at half speed. Wiring and old cars….the worst!
Great watching
Love the humour cracks me up Ben
I’m glad you acknowledged we were there whilst polishing your knob 😄
Haha I thought maybe I should of done that in private!
Had someone at a car boot sale insist that a speaker with no paper element worked needless to say I didn’t believe him 😂
Love your channel, just discovered it!
Regarding your speakers. Alpine claim 20W RMS per speaker, or 150W music power.
(RMS means 'Root Mean Square', the most accurate way of measuring power). This equates to a continuous test tone, at full volume.
But most music isn't a maximum level test tone, it has dynamics peaks and troughs. Most music will be in practice much lower level than the peak level. That's why 'music power' is used as a measure of 'real world' power handling.
Of course, 150W sounds better than 20W RMS, so most manufacturers usually quote music power for car audio and Bluetooth speakers.
In the real hi-fi world of expensive home and professional gear, they tend to use RMS. RMS is ultimately the more correct measurement.
Thank you! Very well explained ❤️👍
Came here to write this. This is the correct answer. Well explained. 👍🏻
No splash, no gash. Another gem from the gents back in my clubbing days ;-)
Just noticed the Technics SL1200 /1210 platter and target light on your wrist! Nice touch. As you can tell by my username I specialise in them :)
Fantastic spot! It's the other love in my life and what helps pay for all this car nonsense 😅👍
Nice knob job there! Left it polished 😂 Can’t wait to see the car on the nurburgring
You got me through the boredom that is Christmas my friend by watching the whole back catalogue with your wit and wisdom .. Then i realised why your reassuring tones sounded familiar ..Guy Garvey ,yeah the bloke from Elbow ( he did a stint on 6 music a while back ), are you twins ?
That little tray where the tape holder was would be a perfect place to put a wireless charging mat for your phone 👍🏻
Why contactless?if I had access to a spot to install a USB & a USB-C port, I’d do that.
If I was installing a modern stereo, you could pick something with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto and especially an Aux In port, so I could use my old iPod while driving! I don’t otherwise use it, and it’s been tremendously useful, having sacrificed my CD changer when I had a Porsche PCCM+ installed in my 996 911.
That cassette storage bin is a great opportunity to place a phone, iPod, memory stick or hard drive & link to a new stereo.
34:07 Blowing your mind?? Well how about another almost 2K subs in about 20 days?? Well deserved. New favourite channel - after Aging Wheels! ☺
Got to say mate your channel is my new addiction I've been binge watching your content for the last two days 😀 loved the rascal save and the merc the mini of course and now the 925
By far and away the best model of Porsche ever made. Much prefer them to 911s. This is fast becoming my favorite channel.
I have a modern classic 911, a 40th Anniversary Edition 996. I like the 924, but the 2004 911, a sort of GTS of its day (a designation which didn’t yet exist), is really a brilliant car. Very analog and mechanical yet modern enough that you can use it like any other manual car with a bit of a kick, nothing bonkers. The 924 four cylinder isn’t in the same league.
I was never much of a Porsche fan but this series has me converted 🙂. Keep up the awesome work and congrats on 5k.
Those dashboards have a habit of cracking and yours is all in tack so now you cleaned that interior your 924 looks brand new. Lovely car.
Great videos and new sub, and memories of the wiring mess for me ! from one of those pioneer component things I had one during the 90s, with the separate amp and graphic and was very good, i suspect that switch was for the early version of electronic memories it had which needed a permanent live but was maybe a drain on a car not used daily
That vacuum 😂😂😂😂. I fell out of my chair
I only came here to say 'ICE ICE BABY!" 😂 Binge watching, sorry for being late to class 🤪
Great video Ben . You're my go to channel now . Much better than a lot of run of the mill car channels. Keep it up.
Another gem from the bodge master your a class act pal
elmer fudd still running about there lol nice job on the radio and interior
It was well worth watching, and an excellent length. Great content.! Nice to see the tribute to Ken Block too.
I did want to say something but couldn't get it out so thought that would be better, what a guy. Will be missed.
My '86 Audi 100 also had Pioneer speakers, so they were original used by VAG? Mine were working but were very deteriorated, replaced them with compospeakers (under the original grill ofc).
totaly awesome ben she is a beauty looks great inside you do fantastic work content awesome magic well done
A blue Austin Ambassador peeping in the background! I was half right on your Instagram...
Congratulations on the subscriptions, well deserved.
Thanks John & Very well spotted 👏
Can spot a retro car at 1000 paces, struggles to correctly pair socks.
Heavy metal be banging in the Porsche
This reminds me of a friends Porsche, same colour and A reg. Great job putting it back on the road.
I think Gary Mavers (“Classic Obsession” on TH-cam) has a red, A reg Porsche. I cannot remember if it’s a 924 or 928. Actually it must be the 928, because his had round, pop-up headlights.
Always liked the 924 now really want one ,nice job . Looks ace . Cheers
Super videos on the Porsche..... well presented and good content 👏
Cracking update, and cracking progress! Whilst you wait for your “trim slot for steering wheel and gator, you may wish to invest in a tin of Kiwi black polish (not sponsored!) - it’s just Leather, after all, and would actually work wonders on the seat bolsters as well, lifting the interior even more !
Keep ‘em comin’! 5.1k subscribers can’t be wrong !
(And, as a side note, don’t fear the ‘woke’ police in exhaling the ‘under-your-breath’ profanities - makes me chuckle to hear you ‘at-it’, as it’s only exactly what I do when trying to “convince” a part that they need to move - absolutely love it !
JCHK
Love this video and the interior looks spot on! Awesome to see you fall for the car, so much of this reminds me of my mk1 golf restoration!
Awsome loved the gearstick cleaning shot hilarious dead pan humour
very well presented more relaxed easy going not blustering your way through nice one.
I just wondered if that kill switch was an engine immobiliser. Great news on the increase in subscribers.
Ignore my previous comment, I need to watch the video before opening my gob !!!!!
Another great video.....made me want a 924! Btw was that Woodface by Crowded House on your phone? Top quality album!
Thank you Steve and very well spotted, absolutely love that record one of my favourites of all time, fantastic band I think.
Brilliant content new subscriber only been a couple of weeks, keep your videos exact same the honesty is priceless and true.
I'd buy that car if ever up for sale 🤔. All your kind of motors are my interest. Wet vac those seats tho lol
Multi meter, continuity test? Enjoying the videos 😊
60k subs now mate, congrats
I am new. to your channel and is brilliant well done
Superb video mate. Really enjoying the channel, keep up the good work 👌
Great video 👍
Great job 👍
Has the rare PASHA interior
Great video and enjoyable content as always .. Keep up the excellent videos .
you can go to the nightclub with that interior scrub and go home with company but dont do the gearshifter exercise 🙂
The wiring looks like somebody both knew what they were doing and not.
You should get yourself a powered testpen, that way you can put power to circuits without the key on.
You just hit the 5000 🎉
A question: what ist that thing in the middle of the dashboard? Looks a bit like a speaker grill? But 5 speakers wouldn’t make sense? 🤔
it is a speaker grill! they had 5 speakers.
Thank you! I can't believe it haha but very greatful, I think only some came with the in dash speaker and it may of been 3 speakers like old Polo's etc but there's nothing in there it's just a trim piece
I never assume a job is going to be easy. Wether it's a simple home DIY task or something on a vehicle or a job at work. The number of times I have gone "Oh this'll be an easy job" and it's come backj and bit me in the arse lol
every time!
That door handle insert looks similar to a type 2 VW Bay, I expect some VW parts will be the same. Is there a part number on the back of the insert on the other door?
Quite possibly, i'll have a look
And what was the bung-like thing you put through a hole in the console trim your staple gun wouldn't go through?
want black tyres up make shine look better
Did you refit the gromit gaiter on the drivers door where you threaded the speaker wires it was hanging off the door side at the end
They had a front rear fader knob on 924s so I'm thinking that's why they chopped it.
What are those wire connectors you say are amazing? Do you crimp the wires within a metal sleeve?
150w is total power = 2 x 3.142 x 20w rms
It struck me from the first time you showed all the wiring hanging out all over the place that this car was going to be a nightmare electrically. The you had the light problems. The wipers seem to work at half speed. Wiring and old cars….the worst!
u beauty! Fresh tasty!
You know shit is getting serious when they take off the roof to replace the car stereo.