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Thinking of putting a sub or sub(s) and amp in my 325 cab boot. Any recommendations. I've heard jl audio subs are good but not sure what will fit in a cab boot?

Restricted to what you can fit, make sure you dynamatt otherwise the boot will rattle like fook

this is how i got a 12inch in mine and still managed a 3 cubic foot internal volume and space for a wakeboard/golf clubs/shopping bags - although not all at once!!

use the space under the rear shelf as much as possible, i mounted the amp to the box as you see, the box is ported to the side not visible on the picture and i power the amp from the rear window heater element supply, which means i can turn it off from the front - handy for arriving in dodgy areas.

the thing is removable if required, such as a flat tyre day.

does not rattle too much, sound good in the car infact too bassy considereing it is not easy to fit some decent sized midrange in the cabs without mods.

mrlee

Looks good Mr Lee. Looks like you have even more room in the boot than me... Is that a manual roof then?

yes manual roof, have not seen inside the powered one so dont know if my idea would work.

mrlee

Here is my effort with a power roof:

I've not had a chance to sort anything out this week but will keep you updated?

I have this same dilemma.. Any progress yet?

ImysE30 wrote:Here is my effort with a power roof:

What does that sound like?

I'm going to make a start on mine this weekend. I'm probably going to forsake sound quality for asthetics as I want to build a box that'll fit under the horseshoe so I can still get to the spare wheel.

I wish it were as easy as my old 2dr. I never did get to finish that either.



How the hell am I going to package this lot into a cab?

Zizzle wrote:

ImysE30 wrote:Here is my effort with a power roof:

What does that sound like?

Sound's awesome, too loud in fact . I've got it ported all the way into the cabin through the rear seat belt holder

GOOD! Im gonne be working on my 12" JL W7 install soon... with 1000/1... tryna work out the porting..!

It's a 1000W RMS sub

I cut a small hole in the metal panel that is behind the seats and then ported a tube all the way through so the air comes out through the where the seat belt holder is.

Sound's even better with the top down

I haven't had five minutes to sort anything out as yet. I can't make up my mind... Do I buy a amped and carpeted single sub box from Halfords (vibe or something) or build a box myself and go under the horseshoe as much as possible. Do you have to make the box to specific size for certain subs or is it not that important? Interesting to read about 'porting' as this had crossed my mind too...

Daryll wrote:I'm going to make a start on mine this weekend. I'm probably going to forsake sound quality for asthetics as I want to build a box that'll fit under the horseshoe so I can still get to the spare wheel.

I wish it were as easy as my old 2dr. I never did get to finish that either.



How the hell am I going to package this lot into a cab?

thats going to need a custom install to get that lot in. dont worry about your spare, i just bought a can of tyre weld. if i did get a blow out then the AA are there if needed. i'll see if i can find the pics

Daryll wrote:I'm going to make a start on mine this weekend. I'm probably going to forsake sound quality for asthetics as I want to build a box that'll fit under the horseshoe so I can still get to the spare wheel.

I wish it were as easy as my old 2dr. I never did get to finish that either.



How the hell am I going to package this lot into a cab?

Absolutely nucking futs!!!!! I like

maddogg wrote:I haven't had five minutes to sort anything out as yet. I can't make up my mind... Do I buy a amped and carpeted single sub box from Halfords (vibe or something) or build a box myself and go under the horseshoe as much as possible. Do you have to make the box to specific size for certain subs or is it not that important? Interesting to read about 'porting' as this had crossed my mind too...

Whatever you do, don't go down the Halfords route, you will be wasting your money. The cabby is notoriously difficult to get decent bass into the cabin area, especially with the hood down. The amplified boxes in Halfords (and other retailers) are there for the Saxo brigade. At best they'll provide some 'boom' but will add nothing musically (depth and 'punch'). You also won't find anything on the market to fit under the horseshoe.
If you really want some decent bass in the car you will need to spend a reasonable amount of money. If you can build a box you will lower that cost. I've built many systems in various cars over the years and have just started building a lowish budget system in the cabby I bought a few weeks ago. I want to utilise the space under the horseshoe, so am using a pair of Kicker SL 10" subs in a custom made box. You could get away with just one sub if you have the ability to build a bandpass enclosure.
The main thing with your car is to manage your own expectations of the outcome. If you want a really 'kicking' system then be prepared to spend a fortune. You will likely need to involve a professional installer who can adjust and tune the install to your requirements. This is the main reason I'm not throwing loads of cash at this one - it simply won't perform like others I currently have or had in the past.
If you'd like a few pointers to get the best out of the car and spend money wisely, let me know.

Thanks Maf (and everybody else) for your input. I have decided to put it on hold for a short while and save some more money to throw at it. I reckon I'll go down the route of making my own box. Does anybody know if the sub box has to be a certain size for particular speakers or is it not to important?

Thats sexual

Very nice bootyman

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/VIBE-SQ-SQ8-8%22- ... dZViewItem

try one of these if the dimensional information is correct it will fit nicely under the hood area i've just ordered one so will let you know how i get on!

I'm working on one atm, box with 2 12" subs.
Taken time to work out the port sizes out, but think i've narrowed it down.
Hopefully should have it installed and running by the end of the week.

i know someone with two.. yes TWO 15" subs in their cab boot. They are facing upwards.

I'm praying that my Kicker 15" L7 will go in

My mate had two 15" subs in his cabby, sounded mental but too much rattle

Mine is pretty good and pretty much rattle free.

We can have a bass comp Rav

The only way to get bass in a cab and make it fit. 4x 8" and go isobaric, you only need 3 cubic liters.

ImysE30 wrote:My mate had two 15" subs in his cabby, sounded mental but too much rattle

Mine is pretty good and pretty much rattle free.

We can have a bass comp Rav

Imy, mine box is being made for a customer.
I have 1 x 12" in a box and suits me fine.
As i've said b4, the sound in my car is for me, not an advert for the scum round the streets.
I'll refuse the offer "Boy", as i'm getting old and did that in the past

Never knew you was a I.C.E man

Didn't get a chance to check it out at the last meet. I'll have some new gadgets fitted as well

Man of mystery me mate.
I have my hands in a lot of pies atm, need the money, but loving it all the same.
My set up is a "Diasaster" to look at as it was a very quick install and never got round to tidying it up.

You've got time to tidy it up

Got me some headrest screens, just waiting on a new dvd flip screen headunit

Kids

It's the in thing innit bruv

Yea, me tailgating you and watching a free movie at the same time.

Rather you tailgate me then me tailgate you, i wouldn't be able to keep up

You mean "PUSH" you