When installing components. Should I put the crossovers next to my amp or should I put it near the speakers. Does it make a difference? I already have 16 gauge wire run from my amp to the door speakers. I am putting in components now. If it is the same, I rather put the crossovers near the speakers so I don't have to go through running more wires.

 

probably makes no audibly discernable difference.

put them in the doors -- it's easier.

 

I was concerned about water running through the door and ruining the x-overs so I mounted them under the dash on each side.

I have heard that others have put them inside the door with no problems.

 

Thanks!!

 

Yup, mine are in the doors, zip-tied to a crossbeam

[Edit] Wait a second...no they're not...

I don't have passive crossovers anymore

But yeah, that's where I normally keep them...

 

Usually mounting xovers in the doors increase the chance of moisture oxidizing and corroding the circuit boards and xover components. Mounting them under the dash makes good sense to me. Another reason for not putting them in the doors is if you ever have to troubleshoot a problem in the system, they will be alot easier to access if you don't have to pull your door panels off to get to the xovers. Good Luck!

 

Where you can see them is BEST!!

 

Mine are mounted with the amplifier where the spare tire used to be. I ran 2 sets of wire into each door.

 

Generally, you want the crossover to be somewhat accessible for tuning and troubleshooting purposes, and away from rough conditions.

I prefer installing the crossover within the cabin of the car. That would provide the shortest path to dash/door speakers/tweeters. Depending on the size of your crossover. One stealth location to mount crossovers in the cabin is behind the ignition button on the driver side. There is room below the passenger airbag. And of course, there are plenty of room elsewhere inside the cabin e.g. under the seats, behind the seat, etc. to mount the crossover. Trunk is also a good location but be sure you get enough speaker wires.

 

If you are using the passive x-overs that come with your components, then "tuning" is not an issue. You would only need to worry about troubleshooting any problems that might arrive. I do agree about keeping away from rough conditions though.