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Lee Carter

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  1. Not tuning that low to get a rise at that frequency. And no- i have never tuned so low- this is only my 2nd ported box build. The reasoning for the 22 hz tuning and 5 cubes/sub is at the recommendation of Quentin after several conversations of my goals. I won't quote him, but it was something like a 3db curve from 25-100 hz or something like that. Nice boosted across the widest spectrum possible to avoid any peakyness, yet still pound out good volume. He is the expert- and recommended it(since I am not space limited)- so it is what I am doing. I believe his 'normal' recommended enclosure is 3.5 cubes per sub and tuning in the lower 30's, but the response has a higher spike at tuning. Again not quoting specifics, just a broad interpretation from several PM's.LOL I strongly suggest talking to Q directly when building to you're specific needs.
  2. I am sooo excited for next week! Ordered a Pioneer AVH-X5600 through Sonic Electronics. They had it in stock- Amazon had a 2 week delivery time...sonic is 6 days. Comes with a free dash kit- so it worked out about the same as Amazon in cost. Also ordered: (though Amazon) Metra 40-CR10 Antenna Adapter Axxess GM Wiring harness (GMOS-LAN-012) TaoTronics TT-CC17 Rear view cam (License plate) ^^ Wasn't too sure bout the cam- but the reviews were great for it, and at 50 bucks- what the hell. ALSO- i am expecting my Ethos 15's to arrive next week. Will post some equipment pics when they come in. Next big item to get: Alternator. 320 amp Singer most likely. Will place the order for it on the 28th. I get a little closer with each paycheck.LOL
  3. I have the feeling their is going to be a flood of Used Ethos for sale in about 5 months then, Wanna go ahead and start me a lay a way for 2 of these now? J/K! *Unless you want to, then I am serious. EDIT:- just saw the no presale post.
  4. I'm going to have to look up their subs now. I am sure they are the cats meow so to speak. I guess everything is relative. I am not oposed to running a 1000-1200 dollar front stage, in my <20K dollar Avalanche...So I supposed a 14K front stage in a 200K+ vehicle is on par. They are sexy as hell. EDIT- went and checked out their site. That is why I waven't heard of them- they are way out of my league.lol
  5. I wasn't trying a down them...I was just amazed. I would love to hear a set.
  6. Was goofing off on Fleabay, and saw these...14,000 for some 6.5 comps and a 400w amp? WOW! They do have a used set for only 8K. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Critical-MASS-audiophile-6-5-inch-complete-Front-Stage-Amplified-System-CM654a-/321336314419?pt=Car_Speakers&hash=item4ad1230a33 Can they really be that much better? I think it is funny that they state 400w rms but pair them to 100w/channel amp. Makes these 5.000 dollar Morel's look like walmart speakers! (not knocking Walmart speakers- I have a set in my burb.lol) http://www.ebay.com/itm/MOREL-SUPREMO-602-6-5-2-WAY-CAR-AUDIO-COMPONENT-MIDS-TWEETERS-SPEAKERS-NEW-/400605811874?pt=Car_Speakers&hash=item5d45f794a2&vxp=mtr
  7. any hints Jon? wall?
  8. Welcome to the forums!
  9. Seen a few vids of you truck when browsing around. Badass setup man!
  10. Frustrated today....I screwed up the dang cut list on some of the cuts, and tried to cut my on- the turned out like poo! (I am NOT a carpenter.LOL) Throwing all this wood out. Gonna redo my cutlist when I get back to work(where I have the deminsions in sketchup) and start over. So basically I am putting everything on hold for 2 weeks.
  11. are you from the future? lol GLWS.
  12. Happy Birthday!
  13. that enclosure is bad ass man! wish I had those skills....
  14. Heck yeah- welcome! Looking forward to buying a amp or 2 from you guys.
  15. OK gentlemen- Time to start a Build thread for my 2007 Avalanche. First off- this is in the planning / parts gathering stage- and it isn't gonna be an overnight kind of build. So be patient with me. Plans- 2 DSS Ethos 15's 10 cubes tuned to 22hz (looking for loud without being real peaky) in the bed Crescendo Power (BC3500 and C1100.4) Pioneer H/U (something in the avh-x line) Not sure on Front stage yet Plan to run a Singer Alt(320 amp most likely) Dual AGM stock size batteries Story up til now. I had my Burb since last spring-- and after doing the system for the Suzuki, I ended up buying the Crescendo 3500 from W140, and placed a pair of DSS Ethos on order during Q's christmas lay a way deal. Then during Black Friday I snagged a 1100.4 from Crescendo on sale. At this point this was all planned for the Burb. Well in December I was considering a new DD...and bought the Avalanche, specifically thinking it was perfectly suited for this setup. Even looked specically for the orange to match my beautiful amps.LOL So I have the amps, Just got the Ethos paid for- should be in about 2 weeks. After alot of back and forth with Quentin, he convinced me that this enclosure should fit my desires. Can't wait to get this thing pounding. The Starting Point- first things i done were replace the windsheild, the threw a dash cover(has the dreaded dash crack), and installed a magnaflow muffle and SLP tailpipe/tips. 86'ed the roof rack- before- After- The headlights and bowtie were next- before- After- The box plans- A trip to H/D with my lil helper- Then I put the box in the truck- LOL Ok...that was kind of mean.LOL Plan to work on it this weekend.
  16. He has air ride...wieght of this nature isn't going to cause any issues. Just a couple more pounds of air pressure to acheive the same amount of lift. most all bags systems will lift a plenty.(2-3K per bag). Prolly make it ride smoother.lol
  17. Dannnngggg!!(joe dirt) that is awesome.
  18. I may be all screwed up- since I have no experience with aero ports...but I come up with 2 6" ports at 27"L...and may still be on the small side. Only posting this since no one else has jumped in. But if it were me- that is where I'd start. Based on below...
  19. Awesome! Those wheels are actually on my short list for Avalanche wheels.
  20. ^^ HAHA!
  21. I'd give that the the insurance- get a check cut and go put my own wheels/tires and pocket the rest.
  22. Damn these subs now a days are beasts. Nice pics!
  23. Wow man- that sucks. Had a friend got his Z28 stolen a couple years ago- same thing- they stole 3 or 4 other cars the same night. Luckily for him- the alternator failed on the car and the thieves abandoned it on the interstate about 40 miles away. They had the process down to steal F-bodys. Anyhow- that is one hell of an inconvenience man, hope the dealer comes thru for you.

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