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After much deliberation, I have finally laid down the plan for my project build. I planned to do a trunk build, but decided I was trying to stuff to much crap in a very limited space. Deciding to put the enclosure inside the passenger area led me to consider a wall build, but this is my daily driver. So, a below the window line, Super Stock class build this will be. Talk about jumping into the deep end. After torturous deliberations, I decided to go for SB2 and stopped flirting with the idea of ETHOS 15's and committed to an EVIL 18 . Yes, the wait is long and is killing me, but I still have much to do before it gets here. This was the first arrival: This is my Mechman 220 and 1/0 cable from welding supply. Picked up a distro block for the front stage: Next, was a starter battery upgrade to a group 34(the biggest that will fit) in order to get ready for the AGM freight train: I was seriously considering picking up a few of these, as they were 141.00 a piece at the time. I have somehow talked myself into going with a couple of XS D3100's. Though, I am still having a hard time pulling the trigger on 700 plus for two batteries.

Can't wait to get out there, Steve... But first, my new arrival. Beware, subwoofer porn to follow. I know most people have seen the EVIL18, but I am going to post my pics anyway. Holy Sweet Mother of Bass this thing is Huge. I have to commend SSA on their packaging. This thing could serve as a bomb shelter for small animals. And introducing EVIL18: Once again, I am amazed by the sheer size and presence of the thing. Granted this is my first comp level sub. Here are some pics what I think are the much talked about upgraded leads: And it wouldn't be a complete post without my comparo shot. Old sub vs. new sub: Other than the U.S. vs. Portugal game (U.S.A!, U.S.A.!, U.S.A.!), I plan to spend most of the weekend on the enclosure and will probably pick up a battery or two.

Absolutely, jay-cee. A lot more work ahead, but at least now I have both the time and equipment to continue the build.

A millennium later... woohoo, my Evil18 finally shipped. I seriously considered building the box ahead of time based solely on the dimensions, but decided against the idea. I think I also managed to grab a MS8, keeping my fingers crossed. The build is back on track...I will post pcs when it arrives.

Thanks guys. And yes, the excursion comment was a joke...

Does anyone know the measurement between the underside of the mounting flange and the top of the surround of an EVIL18? I don't know how closely USACi monitors the below the window line rule. I sure hope I don't have to account for woofer excursion...

Interested in how the plastidip works out. I checked out some of the sites and youtube videos. You can do some crazy stuff with plastidip.

Thanks for the reply, Ryan.

Is it safe to ask if two of these would outperform 2 XS D3100's? Even thought it does seem like an apples to oranges type deal...

So, I got a great deal on these JBL twelves. I think I may use these instead of the EVIL 18... Just kidding....Those are the old subs. I ripped out the old sub enclosure/amp rack. While dismantling it, I realized what crap it was...I had cut corners, skimped on quality of materials and workmanship. I will not make the same mistake, again. I have to admit while looking at some of the build logs I thought to myself, "Do I have the patience/conviction to build to the same quality as what I am looking at?" Well, I will certainly fight my tendency to lose focus near the finish. Here is all the hardware and wiring I had cobbled together for the old sub box. The Mc's and the XDP-210EQ(for now) will be the only carry-overs.

I am running a Mechman 220 on my 2007 Honda Civic. While the voltage does fluctuate due to the PCM controlled voltage, I usually see at least 14.0 volts. I have not encountered any problems with my current set-up, which draws maybe 150 amps at full tilt. I see around a .3 volt drop with only the starting battery. The real test will be the new install which will pull 450+ amps. The alt will be backed up by a couple of group 31's or more...

Finally had some time to work on he car, so bye-bye back seat. I can see lots of sound deadening in my future. There is a lot of ring to all the metal panels. There is also a ton of road noise that the back seat used to suppress. There are a few welded-in brackets and explosive devices that I will have to build around, as there is no way in hell that I am going to mess with them. Luckily, with the side panels removed, I gained more width. So, I can afford to lose a little depth. I will probably build some kind of panel to seal off the trunk and cover up said artillery devices. I have some left over NVX deadening from my door panels, but I don't think it will be enough. I don't really subscribe to the 25% coverage rule. It seems that everyone has good things to say about SDS. Any others to throw into the mix? P.S. Pay no attention to the rat's nest of wiring. That will all be redone/modified for the new install.