Rick Griffin Posted October 16, 2013 Report Share Posted October 16, 2013 I am looking into replacing my old setup and really wanting something loud and have my heart set on getting over 150 in my mid sized bmw. I only have room for 12 inch subs and am starting off next month, thinking about 1 12" DC level 5 on a crescendo 3500, with 1 kinetic hc2400 under the hood an 1 extra 2400 in the back. I have a stock 170 amp alt which isn't upgradeable (bmw.....) and am running all awt gauge wiring. My seats do fold down, anyone have any experience with this setup on a term lab or have an opinion about if it will get me over 150 or how close? Any other opinions/suggested would be greatly appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Bailey Posted October 16, 2013 Report Share Posted October 16, 2013 The best BMW build on here. Maybe you can pick up some things by going through his build. Enjoy http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/141656-wicks-e46-m3-build-o-scope-in-the-dash-a-fixed-baffle-and-a-hole-in-the-rear-deck/ Did you get that scar tissue when you got your vagina installed? KNOWLEDGE DESTROYS FEAR Measure twice, cut once JVC touchscreen HU Mmats E600.4 Realm L56c Audiophile 6.5 comps up front JBL P963 rear deck PB RTA 112 trunk CE Auto Big 3 Mechman 240alt D'Amore VM-1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HHR Ed Posted October 16, 2013 Report Share Posted October 16, 2013 A single 12 in that car is going to be incredibly hard to get to 150. Id say to do 7K to a DDz for burps. And even then its just a maybe. Its not the proper kind of car to chase numbers. So my advice is to not worry about chasing numbers and just build as big and badass as you want and can afford. Then the numbers will be what they will be and you will be happy with the sound. So why not 2) 12s and a 5-7K amp? That should fit, and would do amazing things. Ed Lester ShowtimeSPL Host Showtime Electronics Video MarketingMy old Build Loghttp://www.stevemead...08/#entry511451http://www.youtube.com/showtimespl 5 time dB Drag Finalist Last ride 2007 HHR, current dB 153.5 and bass race 149.4 dB. 153.0 dB on music New Ride, 2008 HHR SS. Build under way. Loudest score ever = 171dB 2009 dB Drag Racing, North American Points Champion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HHR Ed Posted October 16, 2013 Report Share Posted October 16, 2013 Oh and btw, I have alternator options for 2001-2005 BMW 530s, with the 3.0. What do you have? Ed Lester ShowtimeSPL Host Showtime Electronics Video MarketingMy old Build Loghttp://www.stevemead...08/#entry511451http://www.youtube.com/showtimespl 5 time dB Drag Finalist Last ride 2007 HHR, current dB 153.5 and bass race 149.4 dB. 153.0 dB on music New Ride, 2008 HHR SS. Build under way. Loudest score ever = 171dB 2009 dB Drag Racing, North American Points Champion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Griffin Posted October 16, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 16, 2013 Oh and btw, I have alternator options for 2001-2005 BMW 530s, with the 3.0. What do you have? I have the 06 530i which is the 3 liter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
[email protected] Posted October 17, 2013 Report Share Posted October 17, 2013 It should still be the same alternator. the motors didn't change (that i know of) maybe compare one from the 06 to the 01-05 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoudBimmer Posted October 17, 2013 Report Share Posted October 17, 2013 who told you that you can't upgrade alt? 150 with a single 12 is very hard to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoCaLBaMF Posted October 17, 2013 Report Share Posted October 17, 2013 The best BMW build on here. Maybe you can pick up some things by going through his build. Enjoy http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/141656-wicks-e46-m3-build-o-scope-in-the-dash-a-fixed-baffle-and-a-hole-in-the-rear-deck/ You must have forgotten about Robs Beemer. http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/57269-beryllium-bmw-323ci/ 2004 Bagged Trailblazer (4)18" Sundown Nsv3s (4) Taramps HD10000s, Taramps DSP3000, Lanzar opti 250x2, AB 100x4 (2)DC power SP 270s, (14)XS Power d3100s, (1)d6500 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wicks Posted October 17, 2013 Report Share Posted October 17, 2013 The best BMW build on here. Maybe you can pick up some things by going through his build. Enjoy http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/141656-wicks-e46-m3-build-o-scope-in-the-dash-a-fixed-baffle-and-a-hole-in-the-rear-deck/ Whoa, whoa, whoa... I really appreciate the shout-out, but Robola46's 3-series is the best BMW on here, bar none. It's a show car and not for numbers, but the fab work is second to none, here or on any forum for that matter. Regardless, it is possible to hit a 50 from a trunk, but not easy. You'll probably need two 12's and a good 5kW or more although I've read that member "Rogue" hit a 49 with one DD9512 and a SWEET custom rear deck. Plan on using most of the trunk and a lot of port area. Good luck and keep is posted! This post sent with 100% recycled electrons. 2004 BMW M3Mechman 280A 2 - XS Power XP30001 - XS Power D375 500F of Maxwell SuperCaps (soon to be 1000F) iPadMini2Dash mounted O-scopeAudison bitOne (Remote DRC MP) Highs Amp - PPI Art A404 Hertz HSK130 (HSK165 waiting...) DC Audio DC9.0K 2- DC Audio XL12m2LEGAL - 147.3dB @ 41Hz OUTLAW - 150.2dB @ 45Hz OUTLAW - 145.7dB @ 30Hz JUNE 2014 SOTM WINNER 2014 COLORADO PEOPLE'S CHOICE WINNER SOTM BUILD:http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/141656-wicks-e46-m3-build-bass-turbo-button-and-a-big-new-addition/page-68#entry2802026 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Bailey Posted October 17, 2013 Report Share Posted October 17, 2013 The best BMW build on here. Maybe you can pick up some things by going through his build. Enjoy http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/141656-wicks-e46-m3-build-o-scope-in-the-dash-a-fixed-baffle-and-a-hole-in-the-rear-deck/ Whoa, whoa, whoa... I really appreciate the shout-out, but Robola46's 3-series is the best BMW on here, bar none. It's a show car and not for numbers, but the fab work is second to none, here or on any forum for that matter. Regardless, it is possible to hit a 50 from a trunk, but not easy. You'll probably need two 12's and a good 5kW or more although I've read that member "Rogue" hit a 49 with one DD9512 and a SWEET custom rear deck. Plan on using most of the trunk and a lot of port area. Good luck and keep is posted! I haven't seen it, you got a link? Did you get that scar tissue when you got your vagina installed? KNOWLEDGE DESTROYS FEAR Measure twice, cut once JVC touchscreen HU Mmats E600.4 Realm L56c Audiophile 6.5 comps up front JBL P963 rear deck PB RTA 112 trunk CE Auto Big 3 Mechman 240alt D'Amore VM-1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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