Well,

The Fi came in, so it's time to start a build log. Will continue with pictures of the enclosure as it progresses (might not be for another week or two with Christmas parties and stuff coming up). Rundown of what the system will consist of:

 

Fi Alpha V2 15 D4, BP plug, Carbon dust cap

Alpine MRX-M100 running at 2 ohms

Factory radio with a Scosche LOC

Ported box with viewing window, SPL dust, and custom fabrication like you've never seen. 

Tuned in man 

Here's the current setup (NVX VCW 12) with the amp I'll be recycling for the new sub/box. Also did a quick connection so when we need more space I can remove the entire setup in about 3 seconds. 

First time I’ve seen that quick connect! Real slick 

Can't wait to see the custom work.  Keep the pictures coming!!

8 hours ago, ManzKea said:

First time I’ve seen that quick connect! Real slick 

Like i may have to ask the OP where you snagged that at?

22 minutes ago, Infinite913 said:

Like i may have to ask the OP where you snagged that at?

Grainger. Product# 3BY23. We used these on big electric forklifts for charging. Thought it'd be a good idea for quick (and safe) removal when needing more space in the Jeep. No need to wrap wires or remove fuses. 

It's been a few years since I've done this. Just making sure I get my spacing right to have a 180° kerf (90° is for amateurs). Will have to spray the back with water to make it more pliable and less prone to breakage, but my radius should be good with 1/4" cuts. 

Keep em comin.

8 hours ago, Miles said:

Grainger. Product# 3BY23. We used these on big electric forklifts for charging. Thought it'd be a good idea for quick (and safe) removal when needing more space in the Jeep. No need to wrap wires or remove fuses. 

I knew the connects just couldnt remember from where since I been using a gas forklift lately. Very cool and creative idea man.

6 hours ago, Miles said:

It's been a few years since I've done this. Just making sure I get my spacing right to have a 180° kerf (90° is for amateurs). Will have to spray the back with water to make it more pliable and less prone to breakage, but my radius should be good with 1/4" cuts. 

I guess I’m an ameteur! Lol. So what’s the measurements??

LoOking pretty trick homie. 

50 cuts later aaaaaaaaand, we've got a port. 

That looks awesome 

46 minutes ago, ManzKea said:

That looks awesome 

Ive only seen this once before, and it was in a firebird with 4 12's under the window. Subs forward port back. Fella that went by the name AQFirebird. Competed in MWSPL years ago. 

So you’re using that as the port itself ?

Really like that port. Can't wait to see the rest. Keep it up. 

7 hours ago, ManzKea said:

So you’re using that as the port itself ?

Correct. That is just the port. 2.5" tall, 21" wide, and 13" long. 

How high are you tuning

6 minutes ago, frogcase2002 said:

How high are you tuning

40hz

Great work.

1 hour ago, Aaron Clinton said:

Great work.

Thank you! I should be finishing the construction after work today, and start testing wood dye's. 

Well, final construction is done. Just going to let the glue cure overnight before I flush trim the back side, but then she'll be ready for some orange dye and polyurethane! I'm extremely happy with how the box has turned out (especially the port). Oh, and the 9" hole in the front is the viewing window. Everyone does square/rectangular windows, so I wanted to do something different. Also need to buy some LED's to put inside the box. I can't decide whether I want to paint the inside white, or just poly it and leave it a natural finish. Suggestions? 

so jealous of your craftsmanship, dope ass enclosure 

7 minutes ago, jcarter1885 said:

so jealous of your craftsmanship, dope ass enclosure 

Thanks! I've been doing this for a few years. My real passion is furniture building. But, all the same principles apply to box building.