aftermarket thoughts and questions

BenKRiley · 01-05-2005, 10:14 PM

I really like the Alpine R Components, but I am not sure I want to have to make a MDF baffel or ring so I was thinking of just getting the 5 1/4 from crutchfield. Is there any reason why I should not do this and just build the required baffels and rings so that I could install the 6 3/4 Alpine components?

I am going to install a 26 RMS alpine HU to run the speakers in the doors. And I have an amp and two 10 inch subs to cover the bass. I just figured the 5 1/4 would provide good midrange sound.

One thought I am having is that I might find it hard to mount the four crossovers for the front and rear door components. Any suggestions?

lizardking · 01-05-2005, 10:21 PM

I wouldn't go with anything smaller the 6.5 midrange speakers for better mid range bass balance not mention better power handling. You can secure the crossovers inside the doors or do what I did and install them under the dash (Kingcab) one on each side for ease of access... I have db adjustments on mine I might play with when I get sometime.. If you have a crew cab or just want to do components all the way around I would mount them in the door with 3M industrial Velcro they will never fall.. I would also consider dynamating your doors since you will be in there anyway.. If your going to do a install take your time and do it right.

BenKRiley · 01-05-2005, 10:30 PM

That is great advice. I will try the velcro out.

So it sounds like I will just have to create the baffels and rings.

Thanks for the help.

hurricanefan1 · 01-05-2005, 10:36 PM

I agree with LizardKing. I am starting on my doors now, and going with the Audiobahn ACIS62's for all 4 doors. If you plan to put a little more thunder in the doors, definately dynomat them, you will get a cleaner sound.

SarkaZm · 01-05-2005, 10:45 PM

Go big, take your time and do it right...as suggested above!

WazzuCoug · 01-06-2005, 11:26 AM

Lizard,
Where did you mount your crossover on the passenger side? I cant seem to find a good place for mine. Where are everyone elses?

DesertTitan · 01-06-2005, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by WazzuCoug

Lizard,
Where did you mount your crossover on the passenger side? I cant seem to find a good place for mine. Where are everyone elses?

I'm in the middle of installing 2 sets of MB Quart RCE216 components. I mounted my crossovers to the inside surface of the door panels, in the hollow area near the arm rest. I used 3M hoop and loop (velcro).

dman · 01-06-2005, 11:57 AM

Lizard's advise is very sound (pun intended). 6 1/2's are much better than 5 1/4s especially for the low mounting position in the doors.

BenKRiley · 01-06-2005, 04:46 PM

I took the advice given and "went big." I got the 6.5 type R component speakers for both the back and front doors. I also decided to go ahead and get a 40x4 amp to run them instead of letting the HU do it.

Now all I need to figure out is how to mount two amps and four crossovers behind the seat and how to build the baffels for the speakers. I am going to search the forum archives, but I might be back later with another post asking for help.

Thanks again everyone.

SarkaZm · 01-06-2005, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by BenKRiley

I took the advice given and "went big." I got the 6.5 type R component speakers for both the back and front doors. I also decided to go ahead and get a 40x4 amp to run them instead of letting the HU do it.

Now all I need to figure out is how to mount two amps and four crossovers behind the seat and how to build the baffels for the speakers. I am going to search the forum archives, but I might be back later with another post asking for help.

Thanks again everyone.

Sweet, you should be happy with that set up. What kind of amp did you get?

SarkaZm · 01-06-2005, 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by DesertTitan

I'm in the middle of installing 2 sets of MB Quart RCE216 components. I mounted my crossovers to the inside surface of the door panels, in the hollow area near the arm rest. I used 3M hoop and loop (velcro).

Speaking of MB Quart, has anyone heared these REC269 They should provide a little more bass and drop right in (with RF stereo). Any thoughts?

BenKRiley · 01-06-2005, 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by SarkaZm

Sweet, you should be happy with that set up. What kind of amp did you get?

In all of my past systems I have always been very happy with my alpine head units. I have tried pioneer and sony, but have always found my alpine a step above all the others. So just for the fun of it I figured I would go all alpine for this install. So this is what I have on order from crutchfield.

CDA-9835 HU
MRP-F240 AMP 40WX4
SPR-176A 6.5 component speakers for both the front and back doors

I plan to also get the MRP-350 and either a pair of 10 inch type R subs or a pair of 12 inch type R subs. I am not sure which ones. I haven't had a chance to hear them yet. I usually like the tens because they are more responsive and I rarely listen to anything other than bands like The Mars Volta, Tool, or some other rock music.

Right now I am just going to use my MRP-200 amp with my tens that I bought something like 8 yrs ago. I don't even remember what brand they are. It was something like Cardiac I think. But they have lasted this long and still sound great.

hurricanefan1 · 01-06-2005, 08:35 PM

Here is a question for you...Do the speakers you are getting fit in without having to cut the ring in the door to get them mounted. I am having to cut my ring to get my Audiobahn ACIS62's to fit correctly in the door, and build up a mounting ring. You may want to check that out, I knew what I was in for when I got mine, so it was no big deal to me.

BenKRiley · 01-06-2005, 09:16 PM

I know I am going to have to use MDF to build a ring for the back doors and baffels for the front doors. I have kind of done this before on a past install so I am not to concerned. I was kind of hoping I would not have to cut the openning wider, but I can if I have to.

How is your fabricating going? Any tips?

hurricanefan1 · 01-06-2005, 09:21 PM

I didn't have to make the opening wider. I basically cut the inside ring down to about 3/4" to leave something to put the mount on, right now, I am playing with ring sizes to get the best fit. I will let you know how things go, and get pics of it. The Navy thing kind of slows things down LOL.