#1690075 - 08/06/09 10:09 AM
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You can simply screw the amp to the top of the box and make a thin trim panel to set over top of it.
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#1690318 - 08/06/09 04:28 PM
Re: amp rack ideas/
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do you ever want to be able to remove the sub box? if so, you don't want to mount your amp to it. however, if you get quick disconnects for all of the amp wires - you could get away with it. if the box will be a permanent installation - go ahead and mount to it.
or, mount to the sides of the SUV. or build a false floor and put the amp under the rear storage floor.
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#1692726 - 08/12/09 11:40 AM
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im going to go with a false floor made of mdf with sme plexi glass to show off the amp any tips u guys have
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#1692814 - 08/12/09 03:16 PM
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^cooling fans since the amp(s) will be covered.
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#1692881 - 08/12/09 07:51 PM
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^cooling fans since the amp(s) will be covered.
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#1692885 - 08/12/09 07:53 PM
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make sure to carpet all pieces since they will be visible when the floor is removed.
redo your ground and keep it short.
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#1693099 - 08/13/09 10:44 AM
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make sure to carpet all pieces since they will be visible when the floor is removed.
redo your ground and keep it short.
Edited by HIfonix_Lover (08/13/09 10:54 AM)
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#1693367 - 08/14/09 12:00 AM
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3/4 is the smallest you should use for the box. make sure to double up on the front baffle and add interior supports. brace the living hell out of it, and when you think you have enough, add some more. it cannot be too stiff. use large t-nuts to hold the sub in place - MDF doesn't hold screws well after repeated use.
glue the seams, but if you want the ultimate in stiffness - resin and fiberglass the seams. the stronger and stiffer the box is, the better.
1/2" MDF is good for amp racks and cosmetic panels, it's not adequate for a sub.
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#1693635 - 08/14/09 11:52 AM
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3/4 is the smallest you should use for the box. make sure to double up on the front baffle and add interior supports. brace the living hell out of it, and when you think you have enough, add some more. it cannot be too stiff. use large t-nuts to hold the sub in place - MDF doesn't hold screws well after repeated use.
glue the seams, but if you want the ultimate in stiffness - resin and fiberglass the seams. the stronger and stiffer the box is, the better.
1/2" MDF is good for amp racks and cosmetic panels, it's not adequate for a sub.
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and i have a fi btl on its way, also have a sundown audio 1500d. and i have an issue i want to make an amp rack but dont have much space 
but with the box being the only thing under and i have no clue howd i secure it any ideas thnx
