my custom amp rack for C5 vette

[Radioflyer97]

still in progress. estimated completion date is Friday 1-19

here are the pics:

sketch:
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/amprack.jpg

the toys:
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/stereo-1.jpg

plexi lit up with cathode:
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/CIMG0816.jpg

lid:
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/CIMG0818.jpg

second layer wiring for RCAs:
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/centersection.jpg

test fit:
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/CIMG0826.jpg

crossover layout:
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/crossoverlayout2.jpg

test fitting amps:
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/testfitwithamps.jpg

power/ground distribution on lower level:
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/powerandground.jpg

carpeted:
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/carpeted.jpg

[jeeper07]

lookin very very nice. The attention to detail is phoneominal

[helotaxi]

You gonna cover up the metal brackets?

[acold7dusta]

very nice, wheres the RF amp goin?

[Twistid]

very nice, wheres the RF amp goin?

since the alpines are labeled as "front, rear" i would assume the subwoofer

[j3bus2k3]

since the alpines are labeled as "front, rear" i would assume the subwoofer

I think he meant where is it going on the amp rack ;)

[Radioflyer97]

I plan to stuff the bracket mounts under slits in the carpet and leave only the mounting screws showing.

The Rf T3002 doesn't fit where i wanted it. i have a JL 500/1 in the mail to replace it. (If any of you want the t3002 i'm open to offers.)

[Radioflyer97]

update:Major construction and wiring completed (finishing touches to come)

xovers wired:

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/showthread.php?p=1558619531#post1558619531

assembled:

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/fullyassembled2.jpg

lid open:

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/openlid.jpg

lights :naughty:

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/lights1.jpg

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/lights2.jpg

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/lights3.jpg

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/lights4.jpg

[tdawg30]

oh wow thats got to be one of the most ****** amp racks Ive ever seen. I was actually just thunkin of makin a new amp rack and well, you sir just gave me some extrordinary Ideas and I thank you!

[LinxuS]

Wow, I think I just orgasmed a little.

[acold7dusta]

:yumyum:

[audiobahnuser18]

Very nice work man especially how you used the power cable to form the JL symbol very nice work.

[Savstyle]

very nice, best amprack ive seen in a lonnnnnnng time

[bdawson72]

Thats **** nice......good job man

[kickerlivinloud]

Looks badazz!!!!!!!






Jon

[req]

lookin good man!!! you should have gotten the H701 processor and gotten rid of all the crossover stuffs :D

but you would have needed more amplifcation channels. *shrug*

exelent planning and fabrication however. good job etching those logos too!

[pimpedout97x]

very nice dude, one of the cleaner ones out there

[nismos14]

That is hot!

[rpfuror]

I like the fact that you used the fans (hopefully ball bearing?) to circulate air internal to the amps. I have seen many people not do this and wonder why their amps go into protection due to heat.

Looks great, got any pictures of it installed?

[Radioflyer97]

No installed pics yet. I still have to rip apart the car for sound deadening (est completed by next weekend) i wanted to do all the wood working before i took apart my car.

[rpfuror]

kk, keep the forum updated, I would love to see this system installed.

[Hockyeyd214]

Dude that amp rack is freaking GORGEOUS!!! Keep up the good work.

[kickerlivinloud]

Cerious how did you get the plexy glass in the openning for the lid. I've seen it done a couple time but have yet to get my mind around how its done.....



Jon

[ssj2xxgotenxx]

Good stuff.

[azbass]

very classy. i like seeing people take time and do somthing nice like that.

[OCURIEL]

:handclap:

Very nice!

[Radioflyer97]

the original design called for a 4" cathode on the top center. the cathode broke so i had to order a new one. it arrived today and i quickly installed it (didn't have time for much anything else but for the 30 seconds of splicing, it was the most satisfying enjoyment/time ratio i've had so far.

here's a comparison pic:
without:
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/lights4.jpg
with the new cathode:
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/alllights3.jpg

and with the lid down:
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/alllights2.jpg

it makes the Crossovers easier to see.

I also got a set of locking latches, spring hinges and metal corners i plan to install wednesday. More pics to come

[Radioflyer97]

the original design called for a 4" cathode on the top center. the cathode broke so i had to order a new one. it arrived today and i quickly installed it (didn't have time for much anything else but for the 30 seconds of splicing, it was the most satisfying enjoyment/time ratio i've had so far.

here's a comparison pic:
without:
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/lights4.jpg
with the new cathode:
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/alllights3.jpg

and with the lid down:
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/alllights2.jpg

it makes the Crossovers easier to see.

I also got a set of locking latches, spring hinges and metal corners i plan to install wednesday. More pics to come

[troy_audi0]

Kool stuff..
Iv installed a few sets of the type X.. I like them comps..
Nice install.. how about some of the Speak's & Sub..
Peace troy

[bikinpunk]

Thanks for making it easy for me to steal, lol. I'm just kidding, I'm quite sure you have a way to secure that setup.

It's beautiful. Honeslty, that's the best amp rack I've ever seen. Makes me feel like complete crap for screwing my amps into a piece of wood and bolting that to the frame. I like how the fans were implemented as well. You've given me alot of inspiration. I can't wait until I have a reason to do that one day.

[Radioflyer97]

While they ay be visible, the sheer construction of the amp rack will make stealing any part of it a total pain. The lid will have double locking latches. While you could take apart the amp rack in it's position, it weighs a good 50+ pounds fully assembled. It will be firmly bolted to a fals floor (glued to the floor)

while it's not completely theft proof (and nothing is) it does have it's theft detterent features....which will include a dirty towel with a radioactive symbol just for kicks :laugh:

[MTXman]

:drool:

[DaGh0st]

Nice Work.

How long did the build take?

[Radioflyer97]

i started initial design in late november. at this time i was in school and worked so i didn't have much time for construction.

Trial construction (built out of masonboard as a templete) was completed by the start of January.

Construction was delayed when my father had an accident at work and i had to take over the responsibilties of the family furniture business. Thankfully, the shop where I worked on the amp rack was the warehouse behind the showroom.

My dad is still recovering but he runs the store and I can work in the back.

i'd say total man hours to design, shop for parts, build, assemble, carpet, and wire was about 60-70 man hours.

[baseballer1100]

Nice. Man real nice.

[energizedsbs]

very cool... nicely done

[kicker06]

Looks nice!

Get car pics, and In-car pics too!

[mendon99]

very nice, clean and simple looking.

[beckSHO]

Wow, that's an intense setup.

I really like the use of the cathodes.

Any pictures of the 'Vette?

[lostdaytomorrow]

That's ******. Props^10.

[Radioflyer97]

Rack finished:

installed brass hinges, aluminum corners, and locking latches.

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/finished.jpg

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/latches.jpg

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c200/radioflyer1986/hinge.jpg

[mendon99]

rock on man, looks fantastic. lets see it in the car!