C3 Sub Woofer Ideas
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Racer
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From: Las Vegas Nevada
C3 Sub Woofer Ideas
I just did some searchs in the Audio Forum and didn't have any luck. Back in 1994 my C3 was heavily modified for a component stereo system. They cut two 8 inch holes in the panel behind the seats. Since you can see right through to the ground they then fiberglassed it in. Of course since the subs were not enclosed properly it didn't give the bass that you would think that two 8" Polk subs would. The subs need to be replaced now and I'm looking for better ideas. My car is a convertible so that limits locations even more.
Anyone out there have any good ideas for subs in a convertible C3?
Anyone out there have any good ideas for subs in a convertible C3?
Burning Brakes
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From: Wentzville MO
I just did some searchs in the Audio Forum and didn't have any luck. Back in 1994 my C3 was heavily modified for a component stereo system. They cut two 8 inch holes in the panel behind the seats. Since you can see right through to the ground they then fiberglassed it in. Of course since the subs were not enclosed properly it didn't give the bass that you would think that two 8" Polk subs would. The subs need to be replaced now and I'm looking for better ideas. My car is a convertible so that limits locations even more.
Anyone out there have any good ideas for subs in a convertible C3?
Anyone out there have any good ideas for subs in a convertible C3?
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Racer
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 330
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From: Las Vegas Nevada
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Racer
Joined: Feb 2009
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From: Las Vegas Nevada
That actually looks pretty good and I wouldn't have to worry about dying it. Where did you buy yours? I wouldn't need a active one.
I'm using AVI speakers in the doors.
I'm using AVI speakers in the doors.
Last edited by Lil" Red Corvette; Jan 1, 2013 at 04:55 PM.
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I haven't attempted this yet so it may not be all that helpful.
Was planning on doing 2x8" Polk MM subs in the back corners above the body mounts since it is basically wasted space most of the time. Then mount the amp to the back wall.
Was planning on doing 2x8" Polk MM subs in the back corners above the body mounts since it is basically wasted space most of the time. Then mount the amp to the back wall.
Burning Brakes
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From: Wentzville MO
I have one 8" sub with a 200 watt amp and it will flat out shake the windows. I don't think there is enough space the back corners for a sub and they need to be in an enclosure to work correctly.
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Racer
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From: Las Vegas Nevada
It seems the Polk DB3 subs I've been using are not free space subs. What if I just replace them with some free space subs in the existing holes and add dynamat. How do you guys think that will work? Kicker free space subs are only $100 for the pair.
Le Mans Master
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From: Livonia MI
Why not check with some of the folks in the electronics/audio section, as several pro installers there, with some being in pretty well equipped shops. Can't hurt, and my be in some surprises.