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I have a Dodge Ram 1500 SLT Single Cab Pickup and I would like to put a nice Single 12" Sub behind the passenger seat. Im not exactly sure of the measurements but there seems to be a decent space back there(8-10" Wide). I was hoping someone had some input on an install? I appreciate your help...

I have a JL 500/1 Pushing a 12w6 in a Sealed Enclosure If my volume isnt at about 16 which is pretty loud(Alpine CDA-9885) the Amp does not power on. That being said if I turn the radio to 16 immediately it takes about 7-8 seconds for the amp to actually start pushing the Subwoofer. If I turn...

Appreciate the help guy's. I did write to JL tech support so we will see what they say. I will let you know how it works out

Hi I searched but I could not get any help for my exact application I just purchased a JL 12w6 and the 500/1v2 Amplifier, I have built a Sealed box to exact JL specifications! I was hoping you could help me as far as the initial setup of my Amplifier?????? The sub is facing the rear of my...

Turned out the HU had a faulty CD Mechanism, Can't wait to get my replacement!

I just got done installing my new Alpine CDA-9885 Everythig works perfectly except when I insert a CD and "error" message pops up on the screen. I looked to see if there was a transport screw holding the lens in place but I couldnt find one! Has anyone else had this problem? Any advice would...

For SALE 2006 Shaker 500 Sound System (AM-FM Stereo, MP3 Player, Auxilary Button for iPod Connection Includes the 6-Disc CD Changer Head Unit, 2 X 8" Front Subwoofers, 2 MACH Front Plate Speakers, 2 Rear 5 X 7 Speakers, 2 Amplifiers. Everything you need to upgrade your current System excluding...

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I just purchased an ALPINE CDA-9885 HU and 4 Polk MMC650's , I know im not going to get the most out of my speakers just by running them from the Head Unit. Which Amp should I use to run the 4 speakers The speakers are rated at 80watts RMS (4Ohm Impedance) Do we like the MTX AUDIO TC6004? I...

I just purchased an ALPINE CDA-9885 HU and 4 Polk MMC650's , I know im not going to get the most out of my speakers just by running them from the Head Unit. Which Amp should I use to run the 4 speakers The speakers are rated at 80watts RMS (4Ohm Impedance) Do we like the MTX AUDIO TC6004? I...

BringDaBoom Thanks for your input, your posts are very informative. Love your install by the way. So thats a 13W6 you have pushed by that 500V2? Did you install a power cap? I want a similar setup, I was thinking more along the lines of a 10W6 but probably the 12W6..seeing that I already have...

I was just planning on putting (1) 13W3V3 (Sealed Enclosure) in the Trunk of my 06Mustang! Will this be enough or will I regret not getting the twin? I currently have the Shaker 500 but that will be replaced shortly with an ALPINE CDA-9885 HU and 4 Polk MMC 650 6.5" Speakers. Im not looking to...

I just got a Alpine CDA-9885 for my 06' Mustang GT I am changing all my Factory Speakers to 6.5" Components & I am putting 1 12" Sub in the trunk. Still a bit undecided on the Amp and Sub......I want to get a very good quality Sub and Amp Combo. Leaning towards the New JL Audio 13W3V3 w/JL...