Since the amp rack in my 97 underwent 3 renovations after it's initial construction, it was never really the same after. As a result, i decided to scrap it and start over. The system I designed for my 02 however is exactly how I want it to be and I designed the amp rack to do just that

One of the main features I wanted in the new setup was a setup that could be easily removed. The last design was pretty much wired into the car and took a tremendous amount of effort (including wire cutting) to remove it. The new design features quick disconnects for RCAs, Speaker wire and (believe it or not) main power and ground wires) Should the rack need to be removed, All i need to do is unbolt it from the Anchor-board, and disconnect the wires.

Next, I was really displeased with my ability to use carpet. I decided to try covering the MDF material in ABS laminate. I will be using ABS/MEK mixture to seal the seams resulting in a finish that matches most of the dash components of the car.

The new rack will be similar to the old one in that it will feature an active cooling system (with updated smaller, quieter, more efficient fans with a thermostat switch) It also will have wire "channels" cut into the floorboard to hide and organize the wires. ALL wires including the RCAs will be cut so a specific size. LED illumination and illuminated graphics as also on the list.

New features include Gas support arms for the lid which look and function much better than the locking hinges i used on the original. It will be holding a pair of Alpine MRP F300 Amplifiers and a Orion 5-farad Capacitor.

Here's how it looked as of yesterday:









The large holes on the sides are air inlets that will have foam filters. Unlike the original design where i had 2 intake and 2 exhaust fans, this design will have all fans running as exhaust fans.

 

if the center is power and rca, you may have noise issues

otherwise it looks awesome so far

 

Yea, unfortunately, that's the case. but that's the ONLY place where the RCA and power wires come close. I'm going to hope the insane shielding of the KnuKonceptz cables I'm using will help. (most of these were leftovers from the last installation I just trimmed to size)

Anything else I can do to shield the RCAs?

 

You should be fine with the power and rca's being close. While its a much better idea to keep them apart its not completely required as long as your not running garbage rca's.

 

Finally got some time to finish the project (though it will be a little while before I hear sound out of it since I still have to install the DD head unit)

Lid closed:









Lid open:






Lid open, Lights on:








Lid closed, lights on:

 

wow

 

Understatement of the year so far

 

Damn!! Some people just have skillz!!!