02 silverado hd extra cab amp ground

Anywhere on the chassis that doesn't: hit a brake/fuel line, hit the gas tank, go outside the vehicle where visible... Basically do you own and don't rely on using a factory bolt. Also make sure that you clean the paint off the area where you ground.Certified Security Specialist

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whats wrong with using a factory bolt???

Did you not read the original post???Certified Security Specialist

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Using factory bolts assumes that they were designed to be a good ground. This isn't the case especially with seat bolts. They go through the body and rust out or may be covered with anti-seize. I prefer the kick panel because it is dry, not exposed to the outside and in most cases has thick metal to screw into. G-man, you should also clean the battery ground cable connection to the body. It is above the driver's side two hook on the front bumper. I guarantee it isn't clean and rust free. Take out the bolt, clean away excess undercoating, buff the cable connector and replace the bolt with a new one. Spray the ground with rust preventative afterwards. Make sure that both battery cables are clean and tight to the battery too. Your amp shouldn't have died from this. Redo all connections and check for a blown main power line fuse. The fuse should be close to the battery.sparky

auex wrote: Did you not read the original post???

yes chief i read the post, but blown amps can result from many things, not just grounds

Ok, my post answered his question concerning the ground location. Not the statement concerning his amp blowing.Certified Security Specialist

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It is difficult to say what is wrong with the amp. Try test speakers and wire instead of whats in the truck to rule out problems with them. If nothing is found, then call around to find someone who can fix it.sparky