Aftermarket Headunit Help!

tyroneshoes · Mar 12, 2012

Creation said:
I would love to build a ported box, It would be a nice project, but I'm not sure of box size, or how to properly "tune" the box, or for the fact, make the port.

I could tell you. A ported box is easy, just need some pvc and a hole saw and Ill tell you the measurements.

Or slot ported which is a little harder to build

dB-SPL · Mar 12, 2012

Not even. I'll design you a slot ported box for whatever subs you want. It'll come with a 3d model and cut sheet. Super easy

Creation · Mar 12, 2012

That would be great. And do you need my sub specs? Or just making a general one?

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dB-SPL · Mar 12, 2012

Which subs do you plan to use? Those comp 12's? I don't get out of "paradise" til 8 tonight but I'll get on it then. The 08 have the same dimensions? 37x15x24 max? And how do u want it set up? Subs and port back or subs up port back?

Creation · Mar 12, 2012

Yeah, and I'm not sure what way I want. Preferences? I'm not sure what sounds the best.

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dB-SPL · Mar 12, 2012

I'm going subs up port back. Usually works best in SUVs and hatches. And if you decide I wanna upgrade subs, it will work for almost any round 12's

Creation · Mar 12, 2012

Alright, thanks. I'm gone for a week on vacation, but when I get back ill definitely print it out and start my cuts.
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dB-SPL · Mar 13, 2012

Well here it is.
Box Specs

This is how you find where to mark your circles.

Use (or make) a compass and set the radius to 5.5" and draw your circles.

And shuh-bang. Not too hard, right?

Let me know if you like it (and if it'll fit) and I'll send you a cut sheet.

Creation · Mar 13, 2012

I like it very much! How do I go about making the port look nice though? I want a clean looking box, I feel like just a giant opening wouldnt look to good. Or am I wrong?

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tyroneshoes · Mar 14, 2012

Creation said:
I like it very much! How do I go about making the port look nice though? I want a clean looking box, I feel like just a giant opening wouldnt look to good. Or am I wrong?

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Thats a huge box

paint the interior of the vent black so you dont see it.

Also route the edges.

dB-SPL · Mar 14, 2012

Yea I paint all mine flat black and carpet or vinyl the box. Looks clean.

mrg455 · Mar 14, 2012

creation, i saw this on ebay, not sure if its something like your looking for, but i think its a nice looking deck
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ALPINE-MDA-...P3-DSP-EQ-7990-/260968525713?pt=Car_Audio_In_Dash_Receivers&hash=item3cc2efaf91

mrg455 · Mar 14, 2012

woops wont work for you, just noticed its only got 1 set of rca jacks

mrg455 · Mar 20, 2012

this looks pretty nice, and for $185, you cant really go wrong

tyroneshoes · Mar 28, 2012

What enclosure software are you using db-SPL?

dB-SPL · Mar 28, 2012

I use torres box calculator for the math. It's probably the best I've used this far. It's pretty accurate. Then I use google sketch up to do the 3d model.

Creation · Mar 29, 2012

I need an opinion:

http://www.crutchfield.com/S-b6TmpQA123l/p_130P800BT/Pioneer-Premier-FH-P800BT.html

(what db-SQL has)
http://www.soundstream.com/Video Products/InDash/vir8300.htm

I'm thinking the soundstream, Just because of bigger screen, touch screen, and just a better unit I think. Just waiting to hear some other answers.

tyroneshoes · Apr 7, 2012

I have owned that pioneer and its pretty nice and great with ipod.

Only thing is that the illumination is only blue and there's lots of it. If you like that, no big deal.

The Sony I linked is a better choice of the three.

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