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  1. L

    box advice

    made up a 1:6 scale mock up of my box that I'm planning on making the red is the cuts and the rulers are showing the scale length Class A/B 4-Channel Full-Range Car Amplifier 60 x 4 RMS @4 OHM 1200 Watts GEN-X Full-Range Class D 4-Channel Amplifier 4 x 300 Watts Rms @ 4-ohm 10FR300 x4 D230Ti-S...
  2. sdorn27

    Need help locating the right speakers

    2018 Ford F150 stock headunit with no amp Front doors: 6x9" Pillars: Tweeter Rear Doors: 6-1/2" Center dash: 3-1/2" Looking to upgraded factory speakers with a little more bass and sound crispier. I haven't upgraded a car system in a long time so I am looking for some guidance. I might add...
  3. J

    Hardwiring an inverter into an audio system circuit?

    Whenever I can get my hands on a 2022 Subaru BRZ, I plan on installing a custom audio system before I drive it from sea to shining sea next summer (moving from New Hampshire to Arizona). I would like to hardwire an inverter inside, to have that added security and convenience for the trip (and...
  4. C

    Sealed Enclosure Question

    I'm in need of some help... I am attempting to complete a box build that I took over from someone else. Before I did anything, I did the math and made sure the design fit the specs and dimensions for the intended subs. It is a somewhat basic sealed box for 2 Kicker Comp VR 12's. The box itself...
  5. 5

    SQ/SPL Build input

    Hey, I'm new to the board and looking for input on a new build In the past I've had dozens of systems from many of the higher quality brands, often selling not long after buying due to boardum. Now that I'm gainfully employed and board I want to get back into car audio and put together a...
  6. K

    New Build... Need help!

    Ok, heres the deal. I have two Planet Audio AC15D 15's. They're 2100w and 1050 RMS. I also have two Pioneer 12's 1400 W Champion Series. I was previously running just the two 12's in my car with a planet audio 2600w amp. I have a 2006 Chrysler 300. The battery is already huge and underneath the...
  7. N

    Suggestions for this 2006 Isuzu Ascender / GMC envoy. Help please!!

    I have a 2006 Isuzu Ascender. Its pretty much the same as the GMC Envoy.They look the same in the inside and outside. I buy things that are for the Envoy but they fit perfectly in my Ascender. I've had a problem with the audio in this car for a long time but I have never figured out whats wrong...
  8. D

    Build for Volkswagen CC questions

    Hi. I am kind of new to aftermarket car audio, having not installed anything in over 20 years. Now I am in a job where I will be commuting for 90 minutes a day or more, and would like to have a nice-sounding car for the drive. I have a 2012 Volkswagen CC, and I will be selling it in 3 years...
  9. J

    Need help with box build

    So I have an o3 trailblazer and 1 12 inch mtx thunder 5500 svc. I would like to build a box for it that will give it the biguest but best sound and bump by specs. I do not understand the cubic volume stuff though so don't know what to do. Would like a similar box as the link posted below but...
  10. H

    Can I build a wall in a 1996 nissan sentra gxe ?

    I was thinking about building a wall and putting one 18 , 2 15's or 4 12's , which one would be best for shaking the whole **** neighborhood? Also how much would a wall cost to build and where can I find out how to do it? How many watts should I run also? I would have to do the big 3 to ...
  11. D

    Are all these parts compatible?

    Stereo:Pioneer DEH-X3600UI CD RECEIVER WITH MIXTRAX™ Amp:Planet Audio AC1800.5 ANARCHY 1800-watts Full Range Class A/B 5 Channel 2 Ohm Stable Amplifier Speakers: (2) Pioneer TSD1602R 6.5 Inch Two-Way Speakers with 260 Watts Max Power Tweeters:Infinity Reference 1031t 1-Inch, High-Performance...
  12. S

    2006 Ford F150 4.6l V8 extended cab no back seats! DD BASS Help?

    Hey guys need some help im new to this Just got a sundown audio SA 15" D4 its in a ported 4 cubic ft box I plan on hooking up a kicker zx1000.1/with bass booster control I bought with the sub. I want to get the most out of the sub so this what i plan on getting. Also purchased Rockville 6x8s...
  13. M

    Need Advice on making a System w/ a budget.

    Hey guys. Alright lets get down to business. I have an all factory system right now in my 2007 Honda Civic Lx. Obviously, I am looking to upgrade, so I was hoping I could get some help because this is my first time building a system. I have a budget of about $600-$700. I am looking to get a new...
  14. bradch

    First Build - Need Opinions!

    I have spent a lot of time researching and putting together what I have come to believe what will be the best system for me. This is my first system, so I would like to get the opinions of some people who have more experience than I do. I have a few questions which I will get to later. Please...
  15. DeanG

    New setup idea

    Hi guys my names Dean, Ive been thinking about getting either two Re audio se-x v1s or two Obsidian audio OA-12 v2s. I want to get the dual 2 ohm voice coil models running on either a Hifonics Brutus 1200 watt or 1700 watt amp. I've heard good about the Brutus series but I don't know whether to...
  16. N

    09 Cr-v need help, no clue about audio.

    I am going to upgrade the audio in my car and i have a $1,100 budget but would prefer to be around the $900 range. i listen to mostly rock or metal, examples are deuce, iron maiden, hollywood undead, through the flood. feel free to post suggestions and also on installation would i have to get...
  17. L

    99 expedition build idea help

    I have had a lot of systems over the years that I pieced together second had form kids that didn’t know what they were trying to sell. I like most used to be only about the boom but I now want a SQL set up. I have been reading on this site for a lil more than 3 years and there is a lot of good...
  18. B

    Old Player, New Game! Been Away for a Few Years, Looking for Some Help!

    Hey guys, new to caraudio.com so I apologize if this is a stupid post. Used to be heavy in the audio scene when I was a bit younger, but kinda fell off for a few years, seeing how I lost my license. But anyway, I'm back and looking to get it right the first time! So I've done a bit of research...
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