Rope Caulk/weatherstripping for sub install

[zack_e89]

I've searched and searched and found a few topics on this but no clear answers. Is it good/does it help to use a bead of rope caulk or something similar under the outer gasket when drilling in your subwoofer? Are there any 'less messy' options? I'm installing tomorrow, please help me with some input on this.

[CDetty]

It'll yield a more airtight seal. I believe you can use a thin layer of rubber cut to the size of the mounting ring.

[Torres]

if you want an additional seal, i'd use

weather stripping, can be found at lowes/home depot/etc. very cheap too

[zack_e89]

Thanks a lot for the replies, guys. I saw your posts, then looked around my garage and I actually had some rubber weatherstripping very similar to what was suggested. I appreciate your help.

[certifiednut]

i like to use the gray closed cell weatherstripping foam, i know you used what you had, but i figured i would tell you anyways. I doubt it makes a difference either way