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SPL & SQ / Fabrication

Calculations, Concepts, Designs, Theories. All General SPL Or SQ Questions Can Be Discussed Here.

  1. Started by bassfreak,

    I need help with a box spec for my 2 Sundown Audio SA-15s. Its going into a Izusu Rodeo. My goal is to hit over 150db. The box needs to be 6 to 8 cubic feet, port tuned to 35hz and max width is 41". I looking for a box that i can use as a daily driver and for competitions. I would appreciate the help.

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  2. Started by mikebingham34,

    Alright, well, for a build I am going to be doing I can choose between 2 4" aeroports, or 1 6" aeroport. When I put the 6" into WinISD it tells me a length of 23.25" is needed for my tune. And when I enter 2 4" ports it tells me I need a port length of 21.5". Now, is that a combined length between the two ports? Or does each one need to be 21.5" ?? Thanks for your help.

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  3. Alrighty, so I've got a few question. I'm building a ported box in my G35 Coupe and I'm using a round port instead of a slotted port. I'm planning on using these ports. I've been using this calculator to do it. Right now I've got a 2.0 cuft box, I plan on using 2 ports, and I'm tuning it to 29hz. After clicking calculate, it gives me the vent length of 9.13 inches. Does this mean I'll cut both of the cylinders to that length? Or where exactly does that measurement start and end? Also, any tips on doing a flared port box? Slotted was easy, but I wasn't sure if this is any more complicated. Also, what panel of the box should I have the ports for the best results? If it matt…

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  4. Started by xchrisx,

    I am new here and need some help, so if you could help me, thanks in advance. I have a 96 Mitsubishi Eclipse (with a sun roof) and 2 12" audiobahn aw1200q subs. I have a lanzar 4000 watt amp for the subs and a stinger battery and batcap 800 as well as 0 gauge wiring all around. can you help me with a setup that will "pound" right now I am hitting a 141.xx thanks you!

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  5. Started by QuestionMan,

    I was messin around and just seein where the power wire would go through, and i realized that the firewall already in use for the factory wires was pretty much full, and i don't see how 1/0 is going to squeeze in there. But a couple inches to the right and one or two inches above it, theres what i'm guessing is an unused firewall hole. Its a rubber surround with a rubber filling. I tried to see where it came out on the engine side, and i couldn't find it. Does anyone know if i could (once i find the hole, as it was a little dark when i did this) puncture the rubber filling and take it through there? If not, what should i do?

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  6. Started by Notorious97200,

    Hi all, A friend of mine has a 15" xcon DVC1 in a 3.7 cu ft box (32 Hz tuning, flared port)Look at my avatar : it's his box !! He uses 2 Sundown saz 1000 d amps strapped to run the sub. Now, he wants another xcon 15 and 1 more saz 1000 (he just bought mine ). Here is the question : What would you do ? Build another same box for the second xcon, or build a new box for 2 xcons ? He is the box builder, so there is no problem to build boxes. What are the pros and cons of your choices ? Thanks for your help !!! (He has room in the car, no backseats, he knows he has to upgrade the electrical system for more than 4000 watts !)

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  7. Started by Jacob86,

    I'm going to be building a box for my friends Ram. Aero ports seem to be the only way to port this box but I've never used them before so im looking for a little help. Box will be going under the rear seat. The sub is a JL 10v3v3 Box will be about 1.33ft after sub displacement Tricky thing is I only have about 3 inches of height for the areo.(Rectangle box with wells on the bottom) The Rectangle part of the box will be W54.5-D13.5-H3 JL Recommends 32Hz 84.7 Slot Port Area

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  8. Started by anarchyaudio,

    I have been to the 2 local (small ) car stereo shops in the area and neither have RTA. Anyone have any suggest to get a reading of my system. Would love to be able to get it tuned up

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  9. Started by hhowell1990,

    Will using 2 ports work or will my tuning be off? I'm going to be running a Fi BTL 18 in a 6 cube box and want to run 2 ports, one firing left, and one firing right. as long as I have the same area and length would I be OK?

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  10. Started by blue86f150,

    Ok, I have done the measurments for my truck and i should be able to fit 2 10" icons in my truck. They will be in a 2.5ft^3 box after driver and port displacement. I used the calculator at carstero.com and it says that i need a ~8" diameter port for the box tuned to 30 hz. Would that be a suitable frequency for that size box? If so the only opitions for port size is a single 5" port 27" long, or two 4" ports at 20" long? The single port will be on the driver side firing into the side of the cab, and the 2 ports will be on either side of the box. Will ports that small be choaking(spell check) the air flow, or will they be fine? im leaning towards the 2 4" ports though…

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  11. Started by MikeMartel,

    Just looking for some help I guess. Mostly with the stock classes. The organization i was preparing for is looking like its just about dead (dbdrag). So im thinking it may be beneficial to build towards the rules of iasca. Anyone with experience competing in this format, I wouldnt mind a bit of help.

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  12. Started by Dutchie.,

    So, i want to build a custom box for a Range Rover classic, LWB Box is for two 12" Alpine Type R's. I want the subs facing towards the roof and the port facing the rear of the vehicle, the "classic" SUV style. Although, the truck comes with a stock cover over the very rear, i want the box to be underneath that, so when i park i can cover the stuff up and keep people from wondering around the car. What wood should be used? Also, any special tricks with making boxes? I will provide picks tomorrow if needed.

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  13. I have a F250 Crew Cab and have 3 JL old 10w6s powered by a Diamond Audio D61000.1. They are in a 52" long box ported to 33hz. I want to get a 10" Fi BL and 1) wanted to know if this will hit harder that the JLs and 2) the box recommended for the BL is 1.5cubes, could I make a bigger box for the 10?

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  14. Started by Dutchie.,

    I have two alpine type r 12's and i want to build a crx-style box for them. This is the design i came up with using the max dimensions i can inside my vehicle. I really can't seem to get the tuning quite right, and it says its about 30hz, but what is the ideal frequency to tune to for daily driving? Also any helpful hints to getting this box to stay together? I blew the port off the screws in my bandpass like two weeks ago. EDIT: And yes the subs are going to go on the top.

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  15. Started by leon007,

    with making my box for four 15 subs sounds great but i have a slot port at bottom of the box and when the bass hits hard the middle inside of box flexs and makes a vibe sound. how should i brace this with out change the tune of the box?

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  16. Started by XTRMEASURES,

    POLYURETHANE FOAM the reason im writeing about foam when im talking about fiberglass, is that you can make mold's out of thing's. just fiberglass over it then get some acetone and it will eat the foam and keep your fiberglass mold. they have 2pt. polyurethane foam that is equal mixing self-rising foam. most 2pt. will start foaming around 45 second's after you mix the two, and will go for a few minute's after. now it will expand around 25-30 time's it's liquid form. unlike polyester foam, polyurethane foam it's compatible wth both polyester resin and epoxy resin. (which mean's you can paint the resin on and it wont evaparate) now they have polyurethane foam sheet's allread…

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  17. Started by whatnow275,

    I have heard that mounting a 15" subwoofer (btl) in a car will be louder, or at least shake more, if it is facing up rather than back. does anyone have any experience or insight on this topic?

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  18. Started by Supa_c,

    Most of you know that there was another vehicle added to the fleet. 1999 GMC burban. Now the old 97 DUBurban had a massive 8ft^3 enclosure in it and housed 2 Brahma 15's. 4000W amp running them. Well this time its all about saving space and keeping everything stealth. My plan is to flip the spare tire around and glass the inside of the rim. Then i'll glass a mdf enclosure onto that so i can get my needed air space. Right now ive got only 4" of cargo area taken up by the enclosure because its to tall and wide. Sub will be my 12.o.44 sealed running off of my autotek 5600X. Bro will be doing the glassing work since he has the experience. No idea when this will all take place…

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  19. Started by manbeer,

    seen it a couple of times during my visits to select products site. anyone try this stuff? i am trying to get a better idea of the result i would get with it. my car has this felty suede material in the center console and ashtray area. is it similar to that? i was thinking of using it to line the bottom of the amp rack and wanted to know if it is decent or i should just do real suede?

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  20. Started by shaggy_tacoman,

    Ok guys ive been looking at some system setups and i found what im wanting to go with. Im looking at ordering 2 BL 10" subwoofers, well want im wanting to do is my truck currently has a bench sit and i was going to get to bucket seats and build a box/center console bewteen the seat and what i was wanting to know if the 10" will work in that spot and still have enough air space to beat down im trying not tunnel my truck because it is going to be bagged and not sure where im putting every where yet. I have a 90 Toyota Pickup Single Cab so if u can let me know that would be great. Here is a pic of a sample of want im waning to go with. The speakers in this truck are 8" spea…

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  21. Started by phresh,

    Could anyone draw up a quick sketch for me? Car - Crown Victoria Subs - Obsidian 15s Amp - AP18001D Specs: W = 41" D ~ 21" H < 24" @30hz Daily box but going for SPL Subs up Hopefully someone can help me out

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  22. This is it, the last event of the year for Northern Music & Video and the 2nd of 3 stops in the "LOUDEST OF NY" events where the winner will be crowned in Oswego on October 2nd at the last Ultimate Edge show. Here is all of the event info: Northern Music & Video's Thunder in the Park *No SQ will be offered. IdbL only. *Event Location-Colonial Village Fun Park 578 SH 11B Potsdam, NY 13676. *Registration begins at 10am, show begins at NOON! *Registration fee-$15.00. *Offered classes:Stock 1-160, Stock 161-260, Stock 261+, Advanced 1-260NW, Advanced 261-360, Advanced 361+. *1st, 2nd, and 3rd place trophies for all offered classes. *Many giveaways!!!! *Be sure to ge…

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  23. I need a sheet of hard plastic like ABS to use in a bunch of places in my car. Does anybody know where to get anything close to that? I haven't really done any research so if anybody could point me in the right direction I would really appreciate it.

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  24. Started by Carlo97,

    Alright, so i'm building a box for my 15" Q My problem is the max hieght i can get out of my trunk is 16". My question is that my front plate after being cut out for the sub only leaves 3/16" on each side. Being that the front plate is 14.5" tall. Will it be enough to support the sub itself or will this rob its structural integrity? I would like to advoid slanting or angling the front plate to fit it in.

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  25. Started by dvldogyut,

    So I have two 21" dp's and I am wondering, what is a good rule of thumb for port area on a spl box? As far as square inches per cubic ft? I have never done a spl setup. And I am planing on doing two slot ports for spl and plugging one for daily use. And would 10 square inches per cube too small for daily beating? Also may try something like four areos to keep down on internal space.

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