i missed this thread, bluepanther is right, start with your headunit, then front speakers(make sure it's component, 3 way sucks),no need for rear speakers if you're going front staging. make sure your headunit is pioneer or alpine. for front speakers, i tried kicker but it was annoying for me since it gives out more high frequencies,like cymbals and the like. i have cadence right now and it suits me fine. you can try jbl also if you find one here. here are the things you gonna need: true gauge 2 or 0 wiring kit,pioneer headunit,component speakers, 2 amplifiers(1 mono, 1 4channel) 1 subwoofer(don't f**ing buy pioneer,sony,kenwood or any tube type)never mind if your system is expensive, it WILL BE WORTH IT, i assure you. i did not mind if i need to wait for months just to save enough money for my system,at least i'm happy and proud..: ). and a trusted installer. good luck! give us update when you're done, maybe i can help you fine tune your system...: )