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Do you plan on building the enclosure yourself or purchasing a prefab? The measurements you gave are 12 x 36 x 36. That's 9 ft.³, so you have plenty of volume. I'm not sure what volume the Dcon 10" needs ported, but 2 of them shouldnt need more than around half that space.

I received my Evil mids last week!! Sexy bastards, I must say. Just sitting there on work bench, taunting me.

Started dehydrating peaches this morning too. YUMMY!

Then it will be time for a build log. Might still install an XS battery or two I have laying around, in the back. Otherwise will be complete with the tweeter pods!

Tweeter pods all but done this morning!

I meant I did not model your particular sub.

Without modeling, I would suggest getting a longer piece of the 6". General rule is 16 to 20 in.² of port area per square foot. The last ported I built sounds steller with about double that.

I think it looks good, I personally prefer a peak in the low 30's. Check port velocity though. As you will get audible port "chafing" (undesired port noise) if it's to small.

http://www.linearteam.dk/?pageid=winisdpro This one is a tutorial, if you need it. http://www.hometheatershack.com/forums/diy-subwoofers-general-discussion/6330-winisd-pro-tutorial-download-detailed-guide-how-use-winisd-pro.html

I still suspect something behind the head unit. There's about a dozen different ways They could've hooked it up. Wire nuts, but connectors, twisted and electric taped, push connectors. Either way I would still suspect the Red wire however it is connected behind the head unit. The other scenario I described above is the connector on the hu is forced into something behind the stereo when fully installed. The amp would not have that effect. The fact it happens when you touch the head unit pretty much points to the connection directly behind the head unit. Hopefully not the head unit itself, gulp.

I go through my clothes twice a year, and pack away the ones I don't plan on wearing. Then 6 months later its like going shopping all over again, without the cost. I will add I own as many clothes and shoes as the W. She is a true OCD'er I think, Everything is sorted into categories. Then the clean cloths on the left, longest since worn on the far right. Meh I hoard building materials, so that 2 year rule is out the window there. But 3 out of 4 times when something needs fixed, I have whats needed on hand.

Perhaps talk to some local mechanics and see who they use, and who to avoid.

Bummer dude. Hopefully theres something better waiting for you down that road.

Thats what Grandparents are for brah.

I come from a long line of pack rats, so I use the 2 year rule. if I haven't touched it in 2 years, it's gone. My dad has a line of semi trailers for storage, plus several large buildings. Funny thing is he will go buy something new, that he already has. Bc he can't find his stash of whatever it is.

Perhaps you could excessively boost the sub with the EQ to an audible clipping level for a short burst, to get a true test of the sound you are looking for. Shift through from 30hz to 80hz, with the boost. You might even find you are only lacking output at a certain frequency, not that the sub is lacking output overall.

Not to stir the pot but intellectual and achievement are very subjective terms. When neanderthals moved into a cave I am sure it was considered very intellectual and a major achievement. Pop-culture would be another great example. Some see it as completely pointless, Yet it has molded the world. I think that would be considered intellectual and an achievement, while others would see it as a waste of energy. Just depends on the vantage point on your path I guess. Then again my number one reason for traveling is usually geological and has dick to do with people.

The eyes are the portal to the vagina!

The initial question was very generalized and got great generalized answers imo. Was like who makes better cars, Japan, Germany or the US? What is the difference between high voltage brand Y design and normal voltage brand X and Z, Is more akin to whats the diff between a Porsche spider, Nissan Titan and Ford F-150. Depending on perspective all are great answers, and contained good knowledge. Thus the fun of great debates!! If I just want to argue, I would go hang out with my wife. We are all here to learn, and help others learn. More imopantly is we are grow men and enjoy being such here on SSA. I personally show great respect to the people on this site and the SSA site regardless whether I agree with others perspectives and opinions. Is the least I can do to contribute, and show graditude for things I have learned audio and non audio related here on SSA. Everyone here has great knowledge in something and has knowledge to contribute. If there is a misunderstanding I can humbly move on. if someone corrects me(which happens a lot) I am grateful and am humble enough to show gratitude. Let's keep things cool! Please and thank you my friends.

I learn something new everyday. Thanks for the topic Billy, and thanks for the knowledge Aaron.

Welcome to SSA! If the sub enclosure is build to correct specs, you honestly can't go wrong with either set up. Mr. Alton is the man when comes to designing enclosures, so your in good hands there too.

Welcome to SSA! I have never had the issue with the cold effecting the coil, and live somewhere that gets pretty cold.

Welcome to SSA! Are you currently building a system?

Arizona might be the place for you. Is where everyone snowbirds from here.

Speaking of Hawaii, I just booked a 10 day trip for Christmas week!!! Now to decide what to do when we get there. The agreement is no Christmas presents in exchange for the trip. What's not to like About that?