Bowtieguy's Mazda rebuild

[bowtieguy 0]

My first build was not posted here since it was before I found this awsome site but I will post a few pics of it. I recieved my Sundown SAE 1200 amp today and awaiting the 2 SSA Icon 12d1 subs. The box will be ported instead of sealed this time with subs firing up, still poundering on port location. Should I go out the side on bottom or up also? The box will be approx. 4.1 cubs tuned to 30hz. Picking up wood tomorrow after work and hopefully start cutting sat mornin. I know its alot of trial and error but if anyone has experience with extra cab trucks and port locations feel free to add. Here is the current set up in my 95 Mazda B3000

Kenwood KDC-X790 head unit

JL Audio e4300 amp for mids and highs

JL Audio VR650-CSi Component System

Phillips Sound Lab 3 way cross over

Hifonics Brutus Bxi1208d

JL Audio 12w3v3-4 subs

Here is whats coming out

More pics to come soon. Gotta whipe all the finger prints and drool off the new amp

Edited April 9, 2010 by bowtieguy

[Kanaworm$ 292]

Nice looking build!

In a pickup I would go either subs and port front or try firing up and see what sounds best to your ears!

[BanginGMC 23]

I have a ext cab pick up and i put the subs/port firing forward and it was loud then i put the box so the subs/port were firing up and... fuckin aye did it make a big difference! i suggest trying that.

Edited April 9, 2010 by BanginGMC

[Randal Johnson 544]

looks great ... Per the wife, I had to keep my back seat ...

[bowtieguy 0]

Got some progress done before I ran out of funds. Got most of the wood cut for my box and built 2 quick boxes for the JL's that are currnetly in the truck. Gonna put one in my gf's car and hook on up in the living room on the surroound sound. Heres a few pics so far.

The sexy amp

The two boxes for the JL's, just quick throw together boxes, still gotta sand and cover them

And what I have so far on my box. Still waiting for subs, plexyglass, and mirror to be delivered.

There is alot left to do to the box since the inside will be visible, gotta decide on inside covering. This box will probably take some time and wait for more extra cash to come in.

[j-roadtatts 1,129]

Lookin' good Brother. Take your time and you will be happier with the end results. Patience always shows in the final product.

Keep up the good work.

[bowtieguy 0]

I got some more done with the box today, more to do next weekend. Rubber type seal for plexyglass, sand, 3/8 round over bit on edges, finish painting the inside, and carpet the outside. Should have the box ready next saturday then figure out the amp rack. A few pics of the rough finish from today.

[Aaron Clinton 2,372]

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