I wanted to have everything hidden in this car, so i have tried to go for a stealth install..

Stereo Components:

Headunit: Sony CDXM-9900
Splits: Kicker SS series 6"
Amp: JL Audio 300/4
Sub: Xtant X1244 DVC 12 inch
Wiring: Stinger Expert series
Misc: DCI
Harness adaptor
Optima Battery
Nokia Bluetooth H-Free

I started this project with the sub box, Removed the tool kit and took an impression of the space with fiberglass.





Next was to make a MDF ring that fits inside the mould so that the top can be affixed to it. This was done so if i needed to change the sub configuration later i can so by making a new top.. not the whole thing...

GF lending a hand..




Filled with bean bag balls to work out box volume. 36 litres exactly, enough for the Xtant


Fabricated and installed top plate...


Priming and spraying colour (Charcoal hammer finish)


Sub Installed and box mounted.


I made up a cloth/grill covere which sits ontop of the box to hide the install and so i can still use the boot space

Hidden!


Wiring up harness and DCI



Head Unit Installed


Its a tight squeeze, but the Optima and Stinger Accs all fit!




Running the cables.. Best done without the seat!


Amp Installed under the rear shelf..


With the doors striped, heres my mate installing the splits on a MDF ring.. I decided to leave the tweeters screwn into the main driver as i didn't like to drill holes in the door trims just yet....


I believe that sound deadning is very important if you want to get the most out of speakers.. This stuff is called Stinger OverKILL.. worked really well and went on easy..


I have some more pics if anyone wants them..
If anyone wants to know how i did something or any other questions please feel free to ask! I'll be more than happy to help

Hope you like!

 

Nice work!

What is this?

 

??? pic?

 

Not working for you?

 

ah.. now it is..

Thats the Crossover network for the Splits...

 

Nice work

I think i talk for the rest of us when i say thanks for posting up install pics for those who want to do this mod in the future.

Install looks real nice, esp the sub box.

 

Good stuff.

I especially like the idea of having an interchangable topplate. How do you ensure a good seal between the ring and the topplate? some kind of gasket?

 

nice work
I like your subbox fabrication the most

 

I used silicon as the gasket.. so if i needed to remove it i just use a blade and break the seal that way...

 

Awesome job and great write up

Why do you need to know the volume of the case and how did filling it up with foam measure it? Did you take it from that and put it into a measuring cylinder