I just got a MUCH bigger amp and I think it would be best to mount it in the spare tire area. How have you guys done this? Are you screwing into the frame or you using a piece of wood and bolting down with the original spare tire holder or what?

Any help is appreciated! Pics would be even better!

 

I have wood mounted to the spare tire holder, just as you suggested. Maybe I can dig up some pics later when I'm at home.

 

I'm looking for a place to host my pics. As soon as i can find a place, i'll post mine with that set up. I actually fit 2 amps in there. A JL 300/2 and a JL 500/1. I didn't do the install my self, but it is very clean.

 

Here's what I did because I wanted to keep my spare tire. Do a search for Tifosi Red to see a very slick install in the spare tire area.

 

How does that stay upright Woodson?

 

No luck on the Tifosi Red search....

 

Here's the link.

There's also another guy (can't remember who) that has a real slick set-up. He has his amp on a slide-out drawer. When search is working again, try searching "amp AND drawer".

I have a simple bracket with a wing-nut supporting it at the top with a piano hinge at the bottom. Stays solidly in place.

 

mine too is in the spare area, i fit 2 amps in there and xovers. I need constant access for testing so its more utility not show (dont see it anyway). you have to be mindful of the amp size. I can't bolt to the tire hole, but i have brackets to other bolts. Be sure to vent.

If you have a bay area sub you might as well toss the spare and mount the amp in the spare area. If you get a flat how will carry it anyway. I'm switching to fun flats when the 02s wear out anyway.