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<blockquote data-quote="m98bigshot" data-source="post: 1510673" data-attributes="member: 565691"><p>Well first off, is it caulked inside? There should be a white/clear residue on all the joints where the MDF meets. If not, you're definately going to want to do that. <strong>BUT</strong> if you do, be careful, silicone must cure for at least 24 hours before you can put your sub anywhere near that box. The fumes can be corrosive to the surround.</p><p></p><p>Next, to check for leaks, crank your system to a reasonable level where it starts putting out some good bass. Listen closely around all the joints, put your ear/face next to the box. This way you can hear and feel any air that may be escaping. I'd definately use some silicone caulk around the terminal cup, thats a tricky spot to seal right. I used a good amount of silicone on mine and it still leaks a little. Hope that helps.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="m98bigshot, post: 1510673, member: 565691"] Well first off, is it caulked inside? There should be a white/clear residue on all the joints where the MDF meets. If not, you're definately going to want to do that. [B]BUT[/B] if you do, be careful, silicone must cure for at least 24 hours before you can put your sub anywhere near that box. The fumes can be corrosive to the surround. Next, to check for leaks, crank your system to a reasonable level where it starts putting out some good bass. Listen closely around all the joints, put your ear/face next to the box. This way you can hear and feel any air that may be escaping. I'd definately use some silicone caulk around the terminal cup, thats a tricky spot to seal right. I used a good amount of silicone on mine and it still leaks a little. Hope that helps. [/QUOTE]
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