Jason Bigler Posted January 18, 2014 Report Share Posted January 18, 2014 hey guys my name is Jason. I have been in the car audio scene for about 3-4 years now. have built a handfull of pretty sweet sub encosures for friends and such and my F-150 (which sadly i had to sell) had a really sweet setup in it. I recently picked up a 2006 Scion xB out of East L.A. and to be blunt, the system that was in it was awful. they had stuffed 2 Kicker L7 15s in a box on the back floor, a random off brand cap under the box, and wires EVERYWHERE! I am still finding fun surprises from this build. so i needed to remedy the situation and put something sick back into this little box. i decided to go with RF T1 seperates up front, RF Punch coax in the rear, and after a lot of research and measuring, (3) Phoenix Gold SL shallow 10s. I work full time and go to school so please bear with me. i will try and have updates as often as possible. i hope you enjoy the build and please feel free to comment! Jason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Bigler Posted January 18, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 18, 2014 First step was to put in a new radio. i was able to keep the one i had in my truck so the transfer was pretty easy. this is all done. its a Pioneer AVIC 4300DVD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Bigler Posted January 18, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 18, 2014 next step was to get rid of the tin can raddle that comes with these cars. a 36 square foot bulk pack of Stinger Roadkill was a perfect place to start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Bigler Posted January 18, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 18, 2014 now with the start of the enclosure build. my goal was to get some serious bass and clarity while retaining the storage area behind the back seat. first step was to build an MDF frame that i can fiber glass to. as most of you know, this starts with cardboard before being transferred to wood. took me a while to get this right as i have never done anything this intricate before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Bigler Posted January 18, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 18, 2014 i then realized even though i was using shallow subs (about 3.5" mounting depth) i didnt have much room to work with to achieve the final goal i was looking for so i had to make some room for the magnets in the frame. this is working on how high the baffle would sit on top of the frame as well as getting a placed lined up for the Stinger power cell i am putting in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Bigler Posted January 18, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 18, 2014 this will be the final update for this period. got the sub baffle built, holes cut, and the opening for the power cell. once wrapped all that will be seen will be the subs and the top of the Stinger cell. all wiring will be hidden in the front of the box. hopefully this weekend will hold some fiberglass and resin time. we are going to turn this wood frame and sound mat into a one-piece enclosure. Please stay tuned for more updates and input is always appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smoove Posted January 18, 2014 Report Share Posted January 18, 2014 tuned in. 2 Team Fi 15's v1 2 DD M5's 970amps of Alt 6th order blowthroughThe truck Blowthrough build : http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/155555-smooves-1996-chevy-ext-cab-c1500-slow-build/The 350z build : http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/170694-smooves-2003-nissan-350z/ My FB page https://www.facebook.com/pages/Smooves-Car-Audio-and-performance/719746144805343 Team Fi Audio http://www.ficaraudio.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmanjr82 Posted January 18, 2014 Report Share Posted January 18, 2014 Pretty hood start! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Bigler Posted January 19, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 started the fiber glass process tonight. should be ready to pull out tomorrow and start some sanding and get some fleece setup for more strength. stay tuned over the next few days to see the enclosure come out and become one solid piece. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmxscion Posted January 19, 2014 Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 Sweet! Gotta love another xB build! Looking like you have a solid plan. I will be tuning in for more. Build Log Here: http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/161307-scion-xb-sundown-mechman-xs-power-rockford-fosgate-jbl-build-log/ You Tube Here: https://www.youtube.com/user/korndoggg31?feature=mhee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.