Another Stereo Install question...

[scandalcat1]

Hello Everyone,
I did search all of the threads and got the wiring diagrams and other help, but my problem is a not listed.
About a month ago I purchased a 1995 240 sx se and it was in pretty good condition, even a nice sounding (some rattling) system but the setup looked terrible and I don't like the old JVC H/U. The kid who owned it was running all pioneer speakers internal, 4 10in. MT subs, 2 1 farad caps (one with digital out put) 4 amps (all different) and 1 MT crossover. Like I said, it sounded good, but I had an extra h/u which has updated capabilities like MP3 and cd-r/rw and it matches the interior lighting. I set of rca pre-outs and 40x4 internal amp. I took out the old unit and used the aftermarket harness that was there to wire. I had the ignition, mem, ground, power antenna, antenna with adapter, and the rcas patched in (using one of the pre wired aftermarket amps). NO POWER. I noticed that he had wires coming in from all places that were not sheilded and some going into the cig lighter (for ACC) but nothing. I mean, if I could at least get power I can do the rest. Your help is appreciated. I also left this thread in caraudioforum.com and have not got a response

[scandalcat1]

Anyone...Hello

[AJ]

Did you blow a fuse? i blew about 5 installing all my audio stuff... wires would cross when i had power to it,, and boom... maybe u did it without realizing? check it out... i realize this is pretty basic, but hey.. couldn't hurt to check.

[andrave]

thats why you take the negative off the battery when you wire stuff, of course.

anyway first check the cd player to make sure it is functioning.
second, use a multimeter to test the wires under the dash.
If you can't find power, run new wires.

[scandalcat1]

Originally posted by andrave
thats why you take the negative off the battery when you wire stuff, of course.

anyway first check the cd player to make sure it is functioning.
second, use a multimeter to test the wires under the dash.
If you can't find power, run new wires.
I did forget to mention those tidbits didn't I. I had removed the negative cable and no, I have not yet checked the fuses (I am at work and it 11p.m.) I will in the morning. The only thing I think happened is when I pulled th ehead unit out, the wiring was rigged with only black tape which was melted and falling apart and possibly created a short in the process.