mrazandrewm Posted December 31, 2014 Report Share Posted December 31, 2014 Some hardwood plys like Birch and Redoak to name a couple. 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...
Triticum Agricolam Posted December 31, 2014 Report Share Posted December 31, 2014 MDF isn't a bad material, but it does have its shortcomings, I think the main reason it gets used so much is its pirce. I've gone to using Arauco ply for most of the boxes I build. The advantages of it compared to MDF is its lighter, stiffer, holds screws better, is more moisture resistant, and doesn't make an insane amount of dust. The disadvantages are it costs more, can warp if you don't store the sheets flat, and it takes a little more surface prep to get it ready for paint. That being said, I still use MDF occasionally when the situation dictates. I use a lot of clamps though instead of screws so I don't have the splitting issue. "Nothing prevents people from knowing the truth more than the belief they already know it.""Making bass is easy, making music is the hard part."Builds: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miguels Posted December 31, 2014 Report Share Posted December 31, 2014 spax screws.. no need to drill my logshttp://www.stevemead...-my-new-set-up/my blow through loghttp://www.stevemead...future-updates/ 96 ss http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/topic/164094-96-impala-ss-build/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meade916 Posted December 31, 2014 Report Share Posted December 31, 2014 best solution is to not use screws at all. I use nails and glue. Now "shiners", i wish i knew how to prevent those other than better aim LOL All SMD products + MORE available at my store here! https://wccaraudio.com/ Subscribe to My Youtube Channel! Over 1,000,000 subscribers strong! Turn on your notifications! http://www.youtube.com/meade916 Follow My Instagram! Daily live feeds from the shop, exclusive content way before it hits my Youtube channel...and little squares with photo's in them http://www.instagram.com/meade916 The Official SMD Facebook fan Page https://www.facebook.com/SteveMeadeDesigns/ Follow my Tweet (Twitter) http://www.Twitter.com/meade916 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redwolf2 Posted December 31, 2014 Report Share Posted December 31, 2014 best solution is to not use screws at all. I use nails and glue. Now "shiners", i wish i knew how to prevent those other than better aim LOL I have seen (at a cabinet shop local to me), a jig that was made that cradled the brad nailer to keep things level and squared up. Thought it was pretty neat and when I asked about it (to the owner) he said it was because he was tired of having customers complain when one of his workers messed up. Thought it was pretty neat, and I don't blame the guy haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meade916 Posted December 31, 2014 Report Share Posted December 31, 2014 best solution is to not use screws at all. I use nails and glue. Now "shiners", i wish i knew how to prevent those other than better aim LOL I have seen (at a cabinet shop local to me), a jig that was made that cradled the brad nailer to keep things level and squared up. Thought it was pretty neat and when I asked about it (to the owner) he said it was because he was tired of having customers complain when one of his workers messed up. Thought it was pretty neat, and I don't blame the guy haha i have pretty good aim but i definitely have had a few shiners in my day. I get rid of them of course though. It happens to the best of us but you gotta get rid of the evidence LOL All SMD products + MORE available at my store here! https://wccaraudio.com/ Subscribe to My Youtube Channel! Over 1,000,000 subscribers strong! Turn on your notifications! http://www.youtube.com/meade916 Follow My Instagram! Daily live feeds from the shop, exclusive content way before it hits my Youtube channel...and little squares with photo's in them http://www.instagram.com/meade916 The Official SMD Facebook fan Page https://www.facebook.com/SteveMeadeDesigns/ Follow my Tweet (Twitter) http://www.Twitter.com/meade916 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redwolf2 Posted December 31, 2014 Report Share Posted December 31, 2014 best solution is to not use screws at all. I use nails and glue. Now "shiners", i wish i knew how to prevent those other than better aim LOL I have seen (at a cabinet shop local to me), a jig that was made that cradled the brad nailer to keep things level and squared up. Thought it was pretty neat and when I asked about it (to the owner) he said it was because he was tired of having customers complain when one of his workers messed up.Thought it was pretty neat, and I don't blame the guy haha i have pretty good aim but i definitely have had a few shiners in my day. I get rid of them of course though. It happens to the best of us but you gotta get rid of the evidence LOL Nothing a little wood glue and sawdust doesn't fix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrazandrewm Posted December 31, 2014 Report Share Posted December 31, 2014 So sorry to threadjack...but what kind (brand and model) of nails do you use? 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...
redwolf2 Posted December 31, 2014 Report Share Posted December 31, 2014 So sorry to threadjack...but what kind (brand and model) of nails do you use? Paslode nailer and nails here. 16GA cordless, sometimes I use a paslode air nailer (also 16ga) when I feel like it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirill007 Posted December 31, 2014 Report Share Posted December 31, 2014 best solution is to not use screws at all. I use nails and glue. Now "shiners", i wish i knew how to prevent those other than better aim LOL https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aXIH2c_1PzE Starting at 2.30 is the most important tip. I've never had MDF split, use the correct type of wood screws, predrill in the correct size, and stay atleast 2 inches away from the edges. Thinking is the root of all problems... You ALWAYS get what you pay for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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