I need a box...

[n00bkiller944]

Hey John,

I don't know too much about car audio and could really use you help here. I drive a 2005 Volvo station wagon, and recently bought a 12 inch Alpine subwoofer. Link: http://www.crutchfield.com/App/Product/Item/Main.aspx?g=520&i=500SWE1243&search=alpine+e&tp=111

I have the wiring and am in the process of buying a used amp from a good friend of mine.

Now back to my question, what kind of box would be best for my car? Should I go for a sealed box or a ported box? Also do you sell boxes? Any help you can give me would be just great.

Thanks in advance,

Kevin

[magindat]

Hey John,

I don't know too much about car audio and could really use you help here. I drive a 2005 Volvo station wagon, and recently bought a 12 inch Alpine subwoofer. Link: http://www.crutchfield.com/App/Product/Item/Main.aspx?g=520&i=500SWE1243&search=alpine+e&tp=111

I have the wiring and am in the process of buying a used amp from a good friend of mine.

Now back to my question, what kind of box would be best for my car? Should I go for a sealed box or a ported box? Also do you sell boxes? Any help you can give me would be just great.

Thanks in advance,

Kevin

Wagon = ported facing backwards behind the seat.

[Pops]

As Rich says use a ported box. I would but I would but one near home so I did not have to pay shipping as they are heavy!

[n00bkiller944]

John, Thank you for your honesty on shipping... Any ideas on places to buy a nice ported box for a fair price? I also am looking for a Capacitor but have no clue what kind I need?

[Pops]

I can help you with the capaciter. 35.00 for a one farad plus shipping. Go to the local stereo shops with the woofer specs and tell them you want a ported box for your subs. Should cost around a 100.00 t0 130.00.

[n00bkiller944]

Thanks John. Is a 1 farad what I need, or do you need my amps specs to decide?

[Pops]

What are the amps? Its not often that you need more than 1 farad.

[magindat]

What are the amps? Its not often that you need more than 1 farad.

Rule of thumb = 1 farad per 1000W.

[n00bkiller944]

http://www.crutchfield.com/App/Product/Item/Main.aspx?search=alpine+mrp%2C +500&i=500MRPM500

This is the amp i have, what do you recommend? Also I am going to need that capacitor as soon as possible, what kind of shipping do you offer?

[Pops]

http://www.crutchfield.com/App/Product/Item/Main.aspx?search=alpine+mrp%2C +500&i=500MRPM500

This is the amp i have, what do you recommend? Also I am going to need that capacitor as soon as possible, what kind of shipping do you offer?

The one farad will be fine and we UPS. If youare in the states around 15.00 shipping.

[n00bkiller944]

Thanks John, If possible I would like to call you during my lunch break. What number can I reach you at?

[Pops]

269 637 1994

[n00bkiller944]

Thanks John, I will call you in a few minutes.

[n00bkiller944]

THANK YOU JOHN! I placed my order with him a few hours ago while on break. He was quick and very efficient to work with. I sent you a PM to confirm that you got the right shipping address.

Thanks again,

Kevin

[Pops]

Got it and its on the way! Thanks

[n00bkiller944]

I recived the cap yesterday! Thanks for the speedy shipping and great service! I'm planning on installing everything tomorrow so I will take pics after im done.

[Pops]

Thanks for the sale! Take your time and do a nice neat install.

[n00bkiller944]

^^^Will do! Have any tips or tricks for any of it?

[n00bkiller944]

Here's my install with the help of one of my very good friends, who blew me away with his install skill!!!! Im soooo excited!

http://photos-e.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-snc1/v271/226/58/613036122/n613036122_1030932_8243.jpg


http://photos-a.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-snc1/v271/226/58/613036122/n613036122_1030936_9053.jpg

http://photos-d.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-snc1/v271/226/58/613036122/n613036122_1030939_9883.jpg

I installed the amp on the back of the left rear seat right behind my sub, i like the easy access to the amp...

http://photos-h.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-snc1/v271/226/58/613036122/n613036122_1030967_5639.jpg

I tucked the cap under the floorboard near the left rear tire...

[magindat]

Dat'll work.

Got to your FLAPS and get some loom to neaten up and protect those wires!!!