mrazandrewm Posted December 13, 2014 Report Share Posted December 13, 2014 Hey all. This is my very first build log and first time system build for my personal vehicle. If you have any tips or suggestions on how to make this build log better, please let me know. I’m willing to learn and make this build log enjoyable for everyone. The vehicle I’ll be using in this upcoming build will be my 2013 Ford F-150 Super-cab truck. I bought the truck brand-new for only $28,000 out the door! That’s one heck of a deal for a V-8, 4x4 truck that’s brand-new. I’ll be doing this build in two stages. The first stage is to add a subwoofer(s) to the truck. Stage one will take approximately 2 months to gather and install everything. Stage two will be to add new front 6.5” component speakers in the front doors and 1” silk tweeters in the A-pillar (where the existing stock tweeter sits). This latter stage will happen either during the summer or winter of 2015. Stage 1: Adding a subwoofer(s) to the truck! I plan on keeping the stock radio since I have sync, steering wheel controls, and Sirius. So I needed a LOC that was well made and would work well in my situation. So, I chose Audio Control’s LC2i (which I still need to purchase). I can use this for both stages as it has a 2 channel output for the main speakers (front), and a separate bass output for subwoofers. So technically speaking, Audio Control’s LC2i is a 4 channel LOC. But that’s a moot point right now. I needed a mono amplifier that is reliable and under-rated (RMS wise). So I just purchased a Sundown Audio SAE-1000D V2 amplifier. Depending on the subwoofer(s) I go with, I will either be running the amp at 2 Ohms or 1 Ohm. I’ll do more of a review when I receive the product. As for subwoofer(s), I can’t decide between 3 different brands; PSI, Sundown Audio, or Fi. I’ll most likely be using a 12” PSI Passive Radiator. But if I can fit a ported enclosure then I’ll go that route. The enclosure will be made out of ¾” Baltic Birch MDF. Other than that, I’ll have the subwoofer(s) and enclosure type decided soon. Since I’m doing a 2 stage build, I decided I should tackle the issue with dimming lights before it ever happens. Having overkill is never a bad thing. So I went ahead and bought Knukonceptz 0 AWG Power Amp kit to do the BIG 3 with. I’ll post before and after install along with before and after voltage (at the battery with vehicle running). Also from Knukonceptz, I ordered their Complete 4 Gauge Amp Kit with all OFC wires to power the amplifier. That's all for my first post in my very first build log. Thanks for reading this. Stay tuned for further updates later in the month! Vehicle: 2013 Ford F-150 STX SuperCab 5.0L V8 4x4 BIG 3: Knukonceptz Kolossus Fleks 0 Gauge OFC Power Amp Kit Headunit: Stock (Leaving factory look) Speakers: Stock Subwoofer: Incriminator Audio Lethal Injection 10" D2 wired down to 1 ohm Enclosure: ~1.5 cubic feet tuned to ~34 Hz (Port Area ~24 inches) Amplifier(s): Sundown Audio SAE1000.1D Amp Power Kit: Knukonceptz Complete 4 Gauge OFC Amplifier Installation Kit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrazandrewm Posted December 13, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 13, 2014 Sorry it has been a while since I updated my build log. I have received everything to complete my build for my sub stage. Pictures of remaining items will be posted in the next reserved slot. However, I would like to add that I ran into a snafu when trying to install the enclosure I built under the rear seat. I miscalculated the measurements of the box...making it 3/4 inches too tall. I will be trying to raise the seat another 3/4 to 1 inch if possible. Thanks for your guys' patients in this long, drawn out build of mine. Vehicle: 2013 Ford F-150 STX SuperCab 5.0L V8 4x4 BIG 3: Knukonceptz Kolossus Fleks 0 Gauge OFC Power Amp Kit Headunit: Stock (Leaving factory look) Speakers: Stock Subwoofer: Incriminator Audio Lethal Injection 10" D2 wired down to 1 ohm Enclosure: ~1.5 cubic feet tuned to ~34 Hz (Port Area ~24 inches) Amplifier(s): Sundown Audio SAE1000.1D Amp Power Kit: Knukonceptz Complete 4 Gauge OFC Amplifier Installation Kit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrazandrewm Posted December 13, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 13, 2014 First up is the Sundown Audio 1000.1D Amp Side shot of fuses on amp Before I show you guys some woofer porn...I received a nice letter (and some goodies) reminding me of something. I'll let you guys read what the nice reminder Now onto the porn show!!! Black Nickel Plated Motor 3" voice coil 8 spoke black cast basket and spider (Camera got funny here on my phone Sewn lead wires and nickel plated push terminal Last, and certainly not least, cone and surround Vehicle: 2013 Ford F-150 STX SuperCab 5.0L V8 4x4 BIG 3: Knukonceptz Kolossus Fleks 0 Gauge OFC Power Amp Kit Headunit: Stock (Leaving factory look) Speakers: Stock Subwoofer: Incriminator Audio Lethal Injection 10" D2 wired down to 1 ohm Enclosure: ~1.5 cubic feet tuned to ~34 Hz (Port Area ~24 inches) Amplifier(s): Sundown Audio SAE1000.1D Amp Power Kit: Knukonceptz Complete 4 Gauge OFC Amplifier Installation Kit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrazandrewm Posted December 13, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 13, 2014 This here is the design I used when I built my enclosure The overall enclosure space (after all displacements: port, subwoofer, bracing) is 1.50 cubic feet. It is tuned to ~ 32.95Hz. Port area is 22.75 inches squared (6.5 inches by 3.5 inches). All pieces are made out of 3/4 inch MDF board. Will post picture of current build soon. Vehicle: 2013 Ford F-150 STX SuperCab 5.0L V8 4x4 BIG 3: Knukonceptz Kolossus Fleks 0 Gauge OFC Power Amp Kit Headunit: Stock (Leaving factory look) Speakers: Stock Subwoofer: Incriminator Audio Lethal Injection 10" D2 wired down to 1 ohm Enclosure: ~1.5 cubic feet tuned to ~34 Hz (Port Area ~24 inches) Amplifier(s): Sundown Audio SAE1000.1D Amp Power Kit: Knukonceptz Complete 4 Gauge OFC Amplifier Installation Kit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrazandrewm Posted December 13, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 13, 2014 Reserved Vehicle: 2013 Ford F-150 STX SuperCab 5.0L V8 4x4 BIG 3: Knukonceptz Kolossus Fleks 0 Gauge OFC Power Amp Kit Headunit: Stock (Leaving factory look) Speakers: Stock Subwoofer: Incriminator Audio Lethal Injection 10" D2 wired down to 1 ohm Enclosure: ~1.5 cubic feet tuned to ~34 Hz (Port Area ~24 inches) Amplifier(s): Sundown Audio SAE1000.1D Amp Power Kit: Knukonceptz Complete 4 Gauge OFC Amplifier Installation Kit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mylesshivers Posted December 16, 2014 Report Share Posted December 16, 2014 OOOOOOOO matchy colors Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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mrazandrewm Posted March 16, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 16, 2015 Updated...posts number 2, 3, and 4. Vehicle: 2013 Ford F-150 STX SuperCab 5.0L V8 4x4 BIG 3: Knukonceptz Kolossus Fleks 0 Gauge OFC Power Amp Kit Headunit: Stock (Leaving factory look) Speakers: Stock Subwoofer: Incriminator Audio Lethal Injection 10" D2 wired down to 1 ohm Enclosure: ~1.5 cubic feet tuned to ~34 Hz (Port Area ~24 inches) Amplifier(s): Sundown Audio SAE1000.1D Amp Power Kit: Knukonceptz Complete 4 Gauge OFC Amplifier Installation Kit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FI50 Posted March 16, 2015 Report Share Posted March 16, 2015 sweet build very similar to mine 04 v8 explorer with a fully loaded 15" BL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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