I know iI have brought this up before, but have a few extra bucks this month
and would like to get going on this stereo upgrade.  In the interest of
planning ahead, I would eventually like to have an aux battery to run laptop
and incidental stuff.  I would also like a jumpseat behind the driver. IMO,
it makes sense to tackle the battery first to be able to incorporate the amp
and stereo stuff and have them run off the aux battery.  So a couple of
questions:

If I have the aux battery under the driver's seat with ac outlet, will there
still be room to mount the jumpseat behind the driver?

Can someone pmail me a good link to install the battery?

Plan on mounting the amp under the rear seat on pass side and intall subs
under the bench.  Any problems with this?

Could really use some suggestions(again) on component setup and equipment to
purchase.

I curerntly have a Dual XDM-6820 receiver, but would like to purchase a new
Blue-tooth and remote-controlled unit, so basically starting from scratch.
I will also be pulling the interior panels to soundproof and will be able to
run wiring at the same time.  Not interested in pay-per-Satellite service,
etc.

Since I plan on keeping this van for awhile, I am interested in really
getting the stereo in shape so long trips are more pleasureable and
camp-outs more entertaining.

Any and all suggestions are welcome and appreciated, but I need to focus on
specifics.  My budget for the stereo part may be only about $500-$700 and
not sure what it will run me for the battery setup.  BTW-No Costco
membership.

Thanks in advance and Happy Easter!!!
Michael in San Antonio
91GL AT 'Gringo'
73 Beetle