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Old Apr 17, 2023 | 06:10 PM
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Bummer , I just got an email from QualityMobileVideo that their inventory was incorrectly shown as in-stock on my and therefore the order WAS CANCELED.
Already have the JL Åudio XD700 and XD200 amps on the way so what alternative do we have for an 8" replacement sub do we have?

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Old Apr 17, 2023 | 07:46 PM
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How will this one work?
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This sub handles up to 300 watts RMS so make sure you've got a solid amp to power it. You can wire the dual voice coils for either 1- or 4-ohm total impedance, giving you more wiring options when setting up your system. This versatile sub sounds great in sealed or ported enclosures.

https://www.crutchfield.com/p_20648C....html?tp=68848

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Old Apr 17, 2023 | 09:35 PM
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This is the one you need:
Kicker 48CWRT84 CompRT Series shallow-mount 8" subwoofer with dual 4-ohm voice coils

Don't know why I didn't see this offering earlier. It's the dual 4 ohm, so those coils in parallel will give you the 2 ohm load that the amp requires to produce 300 watts.
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Old Apr 17, 2023 | 10:00 PM
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Originally Posted by VinceC5
This is the one you need:
Kicker 48CWRT84 CompRT Series shallow-mount 8" subwoofer with dual 4-ohm voice coils

Don't know why I didn't see this offering earlier. It's the dual 4 ohm, so those coils in parallel will give you the 2 ohm load that the amp requires to produce 300 watts.

Thanks Vince, I just ordered that one. It looks like I may be able to start the install on Wednesday. Sitting here watching my Astros while talking to you. Wife and I were born and raised in Houston. 😁
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Old Apr 18, 2023 | 09:35 PM
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Well. Vince , have almost 4k worth of stereo equipment sitting here and a car in the the drive with a cracked block. Check my thread on it from earlier today.
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Originally Posted by Rbohno
Well. Vince , have almost 4k worth of stereo equipment sitting here and a car in the the drive with a cracked block. Check my thread on it from earlier today.
OUCH!!!! Didn't you want to put a 427 in there anyway?
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Old Apr 22, 2023 | 09:29 AM
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Hey Vince,

We are back on brother, picked up another C7 last night. Drove all day to see it, it looked incredible , clean Carfax 2014 Z-51 3LT Premier edition with Brownstone interior so I drove it home. I know my neighbors think I am crazy ——two Laguna Blue C7’s in the driveway. LOL

The shipping company is supposed to be here today to pick up the one with the cracked block. So I will probably start my install next week , I have to send my HMI modules back in to have them programmed for my new vin. That may take a couple of weeks due to shipping each way. So will most likely start at the rear of the car with the sound deadener back speakers and back sub.
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Old Apr 22, 2023 | 04:52 PM
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Good luck with this car. Keep the thread updated with pictures.
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Originally Posted by VinceC5
Good luck with this car. Keep the thread updated with pictures.
Where would you mount the crossovers?
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Where would you mount the crossovers?
use some velcro

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Excellent , I will keep you posted.
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Old Apr 27, 2023 | 07:04 PM
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Install will start tomorrow upgrade will consist so the following
  • Remove all carpeting and seats to add sound deadener (including doors)
  • install HMI to upgrade my factory radio to 2016 with Nav and Apple Car Play
  • install RPI designs mild to wild and program to visor
  • replace all factory speakers
  • add two “D” class JL Audio amps
  • build custom bin with three compartments that have usb and usb-c plugs in center cubby
Here is most of the goodies to complete the project, Thanks to @Vinnie for the patience and feedback as to the components to create a nice audio upgrade. Pics to follow of the install daily


HMI components two modules, Nav antenna and USB 3.0 console plug upgrade

All the gear so far

Crossovers

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Old Apr 27, 2023 | 07:09 PM
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Two of these crossovers

Two HMI modules , Nav antenna and usb 3.0 for console replacement
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Gear looks great. I didn't pick those 3.5", so if they are too bright, don't blame me.


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Originally Posted by VinceC5
Gear looks great. I didn't pick those 3.5", so if they are too bright, don't blame me.

Oh No, what 3.5” did you pick and I will get them sent out. Crutchfield has an easy return policy.
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Originally Posted by VinceC5
Gear looks great. I didn't pick those 3.5", so if they are too bright, don't blame me.

I just read back thru the thread and saw the Hertz MP 70.3 for the doors so I just ordered them $$$, why skimp now with one of the most important pieces of the puzzle.
I will receive them Tuesday, 👍😎👍
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Old Apr 27, 2023 | 10:42 PM
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I see what I did, I had the Hertz DCX 87.3 in my cart for the center dash speaker and then we decided not to use the center dash and then I just saw 3.5” and thought door mids.
I will admit when I saw the mids I thought everything we have chose has been high end and I wonder why we are using 89.99 mids for the doors? 🤣🤣🤣
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Pics of the progress after 2 days



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First layer

First layer

First layer

Dual 4ohm wired in parallel for 2 ohm

New rear 8” sub
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Kicker mounted in sub enclosure


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