Fish Chris Posted August 3, 2011 Report Share Posted August 3, 2011 I mean with like rattle can spray sealent, or gloss paint ? I never have, but I've considered it. I mean, how pourous is MDF anyway ? I wonder if anybody has ever done any kind of test to demonstrate the difference in a sealed vs. unsealed enclosure ? I mean, it would be the easiest paint job ever..... runs ? Who cares ? But is it worth the hassle, or not ? Just curious, Fish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kam311 Posted August 3, 2011 Report Share Posted August 3, 2011 I've seen a lot of people seal them on the inside with fiberglass resin, mainly in the seams bit I've seen some do the whole box with it. That is mainly for strength purposes tho. As for glossing the inside of your box, I couldn't tell you if it'll change anything on a meter, but I highly doubt that it would make an audible difference, actually I'm possitive it wouldn't so far... HU- pioneer DEH-P59001B Amp- crescendo BC2000D Wire- 1/0 awg welding lead Electric- Big 3 ^same wire Subs- 2 Obsidian Audio 12 d4's Box 4ft^3 ported at 33hz. designed by Ram-Designs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightshade Posted August 3, 2011 Report Share Posted August 3, 2011 Yes, all the time except with resin. It makes all the difference in the world on the meter anywhere from .1-.5 db of a difference. The reason why is it increases the ridigity of the wood when you use it. Most of the time you will get better results with mdf using it then birch ply for the reason of the mdf just being compressed saw dust. Also by smoothing out the inside of the enclosure with whatever you choose you are reducing air drag on the inside of the box. This allows the air to move faster and will result in more spl. 2013 VW Jetta GLI 2.0 Turbo 1 Sundown Audio SCV2000 1 Sundown Audio X15 V2 1 XS Power D3100 Audio Control LC6i Stock Deck 146.4 sealed on the dash at 37hz 2001 Focus ZX3: RETIRED Team Sundown Audio, Team XS Power, 2 time NSPL Car 3601-Up Champion, 2 time NSPL Car Hardcore ChampionHighest NSPL Scores to date:154.3db on the dash sealed at 46hz, 156.2db in the kick at 46hz155.2db unofficial on dash at 43hz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwag415 Posted August 3, 2011 Report Share Posted August 3, 2011 I use silicone rubber....lol 2001 is300Headunit: JVC KD-X50BTHighs/Mids: StockHigh/Mids Amp: NASubwoofer: DC Audio LV4 12"Subwoofer Box: DLDesigns Box tuned to 32HzSubwoofer Amp: AQ 2200DElectrical: NA Performance:SRT Racing intake with ECUHKS Super Dragger 2BC Racing Coilovers BC 264 stage 2 cams full head build with BC Valves, Retainers, and springs Dezod Green Race Header Comming soon/Thinking about<p>Electrical: XS power under the hood (Suggestions Welcome)Performance: BC Cams,Cam gears, maybe GTE Swap down the lineMy YouTube Channel Subscribe and i'll return the favor!Xbox Live Team Website.My First Official Box Build.My FacebooK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tlee2 Posted August 3, 2011 Report Share Posted August 3, 2011 If you use a good amount of wood glue and then resin the whole box it works great. A lot of people just use caulk 6 Sundown X 15s 2 Sundown NS1 V2s C Pillar 4th order Bagged Suburban on 24s http://youtube.com/tlee333 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Posted August 3, 2011 Report Share Posted August 3, 2011 Werent you banned last year? 2008 California state record holder 157.2 Bassrace2009 California state record holder 157.0 BassraceRollin 50's 158.7db2009 King of Cali Bassrace2009 USACi score 160.5 @ 42hz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwag415 Posted August 3, 2011 Report Share Posted August 3, 2011 If you use a good amount of wood glue and then resin the whole box it works great. A lot of people just use caulk Yeah I just use some good old caulk 2001 is300Headunit: JVC KD-X50BTHighs/Mids: StockHigh/Mids Amp: NASubwoofer: DC Audio LV4 12"Subwoofer Box: DLDesigns Box tuned to 32HzSubwoofer Amp: AQ 2200DElectrical: NA Performance:SRT Racing intake with ECUHKS Super Dragger 2BC Racing Coilovers BC 264 stage 2 cams full head build with BC Valves, Retainers, and springs Dezod Green Race Header Comming soon/Thinking about<p>Electrical: XS power under the hood (Suggestions Welcome)Performance: BC Cams,Cam gears, maybe GTE Swap down the lineMy YouTube Channel Subscribe and i'll return the favor!Xbox Live Team Website.My First Official Box Build.My FacebooK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Decaf Posted August 3, 2011 Report Share Posted August 3, 2011 never use anything to seal, if u have good cuts and use enough wood glue there is no need to seal it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kam311 Posted August 3, 2011 Report Share Posted August 3, 2011 But i think the op is asking about putting some sort of finish on the inside of the box to make it glossier and smoother, asking if that would make a difference in sound so far... HU- pioneer DEH-P59001B Amp- crescendo BC2000D Wire- 1/0 awg welding lead Electric- Big 3 ^same wire Subs- 2 Obsidian Audio 12 d4's Box 4ft^3 ported at 33hz. designed by Ram-Designs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AA98hoe Posted August 3, 2011 Report Share Posted August 3, 2011 I heard mdf is very porous suppossedly you can use a strong vaccum and hold a piece of paper through a piece of 3/4 never tried it. I always use resin in the inside of box it seals it and makes a nice smooth finish. As far as making it louder haven't tested before or after with and without sealing it. Logic would say the smoother the service the faster the air leaves the port which is more dbs TEAM DC AUDIO VEHICLE:98 chevy tahoe 2wd 3-4 drop HEADUNIT:alpine 9886 PREAMP:arcaudio FRONT STAGE:4-6 1/2s selinium,DD component set and 4-selinium tweeters in each door KICKPANELS:jl audio 5 1/4 REAR DOORS: dd components 6 1/2s HIGHS AMPS:zapco 750.2 on front doors,zapco an another 750.2 on kicks and rear doors SUBS:4-ascendant audio 18s with 5 spiders in a custom box built by KINGSUV SUB AMP: 2-dc7.5s ALTERNATORS: 3-mechmans 1- 425comp, 1-smd spec350, 1-270 with adj voltage harness on custom dc bracket WIRE:10-runs 0g front to back BATTERIES:6-d1400s TL results:157.1 at 38hz and 156.8 at headrest score @37hz. STATE AND NATIONAL RECORD IN MECA S5. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.