Stock sub upgrade DONE!
#19
Pole Position
It does look very nice and clean. I likes.
One question tho... Does the GS have rear deck speakers?
If so, does this now more powerful sub want to just blow them apart when it hits them with its pressure wave?
At the least wouldn't the rear speakers distort badly?
The SC has deck speakers so I'm wondering if this is a good idea to try versus putting a sealed enclosure setup in it.
Thoughts?
One question tho... Does the GS have rear deck speakers?
If so, does this now more powerful sub want to just blow them apart when it hits them with its pressure wave?
At the least wouldn't the rear speakers distort badly?
The SC has deck speakers so I'm wondering if this is a good idea to try versus putting a sealed enclosure setup in it.
Thoughts?
#20
Lexus Champion
Hi Jose, I hope Ray doesn't mind me answering this question (???).
The GS's rear speakers are in the rear doors. The rear baffle only holds the sub. It's a pretty good sized hole too, in case you decide you want to add speakers in the trunk.
The GS's rear speakers are in the rear doors. The rear baffle only holds the sub. It's a pretty good sized hole too, in case you decide you want to add speakers in the trunk.
#21
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Hey D:
So for the SC this isn't such a good idea then? We have 4" speakers in the rear deck. but also have a 10" free air sub in the center. I was trying to see if this type of upgrade (free air) was a good idea in the SC. It's easier and lighter than a box setup while providing more space. But if it will fight my rears is it worth it?
I spent 3 hours today reading old threads regarding this and there's both camps so no definitive answer.
Any thoughts?
</threadjack> Sorry lol.
So for the SC this isn't such a good idea then? We have 4" speakers in the rear deck. but also have a 10" free air sub in the center. I was trying to see if this type of upgrade (free air) was a good idea in the SC. It's easier and lighter than a box setup while providing more space. But if it will fight my rears is it worth it?
I spent 3 hours today reading old threads regarding this and there's both camps so no definitive answer.
Any thoughts?
</threadjack> Sorry lol.
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nice clean setup. so what make you choose this sub instead of other air free sub? i saw like a few other 10" ones on crutchfield. i will do this upgrade also in the future but still not sure which sub to pick or i should just move up to a 12" sub but more diy work. thanks
#24
Darius and RayGS...
I am thinking about going w/ the kicker c10-4ohm vs. the JL ib4 too.....i am prob going to do the install myself...was wondering if your rear deck rattles alot or not?
also what kind of sealant did they use and where can i get it? Was thinking about using a wood mounting plate but I duno if that will serve its purpose from preventing rattles...
i know this post is old, but i just bought my gs4 a few weeks ago and i already blew the sub! doh!
please advise...Thanks!
I am thinking about going w/ the kicker c10-4ohm vs. the JL ib4 too.....i am prob going to do the install myself...was wondering if your rear deck rattles alot or not?
also what kind of sealant did they use and where can i get it? Was thinking about using a wood mounting plate but I duno if that will serve its purpose from preventing rattles...
i know this post is old, but i just bought my gs4 a few weeks ago and i already blew the sub! doh!
please advise...Thanks!
#25
Lexus Champion
Originally Posted by minla007
Darius and RayGS...
I am thinking about going w/ the kicker c10-4ohm vs. the JL ib4 too.....i am prob going to do the install myself...was wondering if your rear deck rattles alot or not?
also what kind of sealant did they use and where can i get it? Was thinking about using a wood mounting plate but I duno if that will serve its purpose from preventing rattles...
i know this post is old, but i just bought my gs4 a few weeks ago and i already blew the sub! doh!
please advise...Thanks!
I am thinking about going w/ the kicker c10-4ohm vs. the JL ib4 too.....i am prob going to do the install myself...was wondering if your rear deck rattles alot or not?
also what kind of sealant did they use and where can i get it? Was thinking about using a wood mounting plate but I duno if that will serve its purpose from preventing rattles...
i know this post is old, but i just bought my gs4 a few weeks ago and i already blew the sub! doh!
please advise...Thanks!
Yes, the rear deck does rattle. .I was able to fix the rattling by inserting foam spacers between the rear deck and the piece that holds the brake light.
There is also some vibration with the brake light hitting the rear window glass. I fixed that rattle with silicone squares. I'll take photos when I go out to the car.
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#26
Thanks Darius...pix would be much appreciated...i am kind of a newbie myself....but def want to learn.....
So here is my current setup:
- sony headunit
- 2 rockford amps (300x & 400s) - I'm not sure which amp is powering the sub, is there a quick way I can find out?
- 4 stock door panel speakers & 1 dead stock sub
I have heard that the mounting holes in the kicker c10 do not line up correctly w/ the stock holes....will I need to drill new holes?
anybody got a pic of RMMGS4's wood mounting plate?
So here is my current setup:
- sony headunit
- 2 rockford amps (300x & 400s) - I'm not sure which amp is powering the sub, is there a quick way I can find out?
- 4 stock door panel speakers & 1 dead stock sub
I have heard that the mounting holes in the kicker c10 do not line up correctly w/ the stock holes....will I need to drill new holes?
anybody got a pic of RMMGS4's wood mounting plate?
#28
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Originally Posted by minla007
Thanks Darius...pix would be much appreciated...i am kind of a newbie myself....but def want to learn.....
So here is my current setup:
- sony headunit
- 2 rockford amps (300x & 400s) - I'm not sure which amp is powering the sub, is there a quick way I can find out?
- 4 stock door panel speakers & 1 dead stock sub
I have heard that the mounting holes in the kicker c10 do not line up correctly w/ the stock holes....will I need to drill new holes?
anybody got a pic of RMMGS4's wood mounting plate?
So here is my current setup:
- sony headunit
- 2 rockford amps (300x & 400s) - I'm not sure which amp is powering the sub, is there a quick way I can find out?
- 4 stock door panel speakers & 1 dead stock sub
I have heard that the mounting holes in the kicker c10 do not line up correctly w/ the stock holes....will I need to drill new holes?
anybody got a pic of RMMGS4's wood mounting plate?
There are a few ways to find out which is powering the sub. The easiest way would be to remove the power (remote turn on wire).
You could see if the wires running from the sub are the same gauge and color as the ones running to the amp.
Check the class of the amp. I'm not familiar with those but they should say CLASS D for the sub and CLASS A/B for the multichannel. Plus the sub will only have one or two inputs / channels
#29
I found this site:
http://www.audioonlineoutlet.com/rockcont.html
According to the site the
RF 300X - is multi-channel
RF 400x - 2 channel
I guess I'll go play around with it tonight to find out exactly which amp is powering the sub vs. the door panel speakers....i just hope i dont shock myself! hahaha
http://www.audioonlineoutlet.com/rockcont.html
According to the site the
RF 300X - is multi-channel
RF 400x - 2 channel
I guess I'll go play around with it tonight to find out exactly which amp is powering the sub vs. the door panel speakers....i just hope i dont shock myself! hahaha