BOX or NOT???

(j3t_m3ch) · (j3t_m3ch) **Join Date: Jun 2006** 02-14-2007, 10:14 PM

I just bought a sub and was going to install it in the kickplate under dash. Do you have to install it in a box or can you just install it into that plate? I saw that other thread and it got me thinking if I need a box or not? Do I?
Thanks

(audiopro74) · (audiopro74) **Join Date: Jun 2005** 02-14-2007, 10:18 PM

It will always sound better in a enclosure. Most subs will play a free air application, but will have greatly reduced power handling, and lower output. Unless it is a free air sub I would recomend a enclosure. What kind of sub?

(j3t_m3ch) · (j3t_m3ch) **Join Date: Jun 2006** 02-14-2007, 10:25 PM

Is a Clarion CM2503 8" sub. Nothing too crazy. It was out of an 02 X30....putting it in a 95 super sport. I got the deck and amp too. Does the box replace the kick plate or does it go behind it? I cant picture it? One more question...would a clarion apx400.4m be enough for that sub and kicker tower speaks?

(snyper1d) · (snyper1d) **Join Date: Mar 2005** 02-14-2007, 10:44 PM

If it was the factory sub from the x30, it should be the 10"

(firemedic) · (firemedic) **Join Date: Jul 2006** 02-14-2007, 11:35 PM

On that note, can you re-route the heater vent to go around the enclosure? I have a Supra SSV w/ heat and there is a vent for my heater underneath the kickplate. I am trying to avoid it. Any ideas?

(tuneman) · (tuneman) **Join Date: Mar 2002** 02-15-2007, 7:48 AM

Keep in mind, even if you go without a box, you still need to isolate the front of the speaker from the back of it.

(j3t_m3ch) · (j3t_m3ch) **Join Date: Jun 2006** 02-15-2007, 11:19 AM

Where would be a good place to find a box? That would be good for the support and bring out the sound? Thanks

(j3t_m3ch) · (j3t_m3ch) **Join Date: Jun 2006** 02-15-2007, 11:20 AM

Super sport...good for the super sport. my bad