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Old 11-08-2011 | 01:07 PM
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Anyone have any creative designs for sub boxes in a 2012 JK Unlimited?
I want to do something that isn't visible, like hidden under the rear seats...
Old 11-08-2011 | 01:32 PM
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I wanna try installing 2, 6.5" subs in the soundbar. Kicker CompVT's need about 3" depth to mount, so there IS enough room to do it. I'll have to find a way to seal it properly and stiffen up the soundbar to avoid too much rattling (spray foam ?) it might take some head scratching to make it work, but it might be a cool project to try
Old 11-08-2011 | 02:11 PM
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mine isn't invisible but keeps the stock look
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Old 11-08-2011 | 04:40 PM
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Originally Posted by mml
mine isn't invisible but keeps the stock look
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Looks great. Could pass for factory
Old 11-08-2011 | 07:10 PM
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Originally Posted by mml
mine isn't invisible but keeps the stock look
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did you just replace the factory speaker?
Old 11-08-2011 | 07:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Peej777
I wanna try installing 2, 6.5" subs in the soundbar. Kicker CompVT's need about 3" depth to mount, so there IS enough room to do it. I'll have to find a way to seal it properly and stiffen up the soundbar to avoid too much rattling (spray foam ?) it might take some head scratching to make it work, but it might be a cool project to try
that would be fun. i don't think i want to fill the bar with foam though. :-(
Old 11-08-2011 | 07:13 PM
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i was thinking that i wanted to use 4 X 10" Comp VX Kicker subs.
I happen to have 2 of them and 2 of the zx 1000.1 amps. Ill just pick up 2 more subs.
I want to use all 4 subs, but I don't want them in the "trunk" area, or to be visible to anyone looking in.
Old 11-08-2011 | 07:23 PM
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I have a few things i want to install actually.

Pioneer Avic Z110bt
2 farad cap
2 X Kicker ZX 1000.1 amps (only 1 shown, others in the closet)
Kicker ZX 350.4 amp
2 X Kicker CompVX 10" subs
Escort 9500IX radar detector

Guess I need some speakers now..... Maybe 2 sets of RS65.2 components?

Old 11-08-2011 | 07:33 PM
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Originally Posted by ludski
i wouldnt do a component in the back. but when you do get new speakers for back. be sure to stuff the crap out of the overhead box with polyfill. otherwise youll be hearing air flow constantly. it shoots out by the center light like crazyyyy.
Thats great advise, thanks!
Why do you say no components in the back?
Old 11-08-2011 | 07:58 PM
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I have 2 12" JLs in the back of my jk. They sound amazing with my hardtop on but they don't leave alot of room for my recovery gear/tools



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