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the rattling of the amp is bad. as long as the amp is on a solid surface then no it not bad its ok. steve has amps on his box

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I have done some quick searching and can't seem to find any answer. I remember reading somewhere that it was bad for the amp. So, if the box is properly built(3/4" MDF and good bracing) is there any problem in mounting amps to a box?

Do not mount any amp on your box unless it is a last resort, if you do put rubber bushings between the amp and the box to dampen the vibrations.

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My installer says the rattle will loosen up the terminals, so he made me an amp rack :)

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It is very bad for the amplifier. As soon as you mount the amp to the box, the amp, board and all components absorb every bit of vibration. Meades' setup is different, he has very little flex from over building his enclosure. If at all possible, avoid mounting any amps to enclosures. As suggested above, if you have no choice then atleast use rubber spacers in between the feet and the box.

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3 amps man?

nice, i just got my big 3 done in my ex cab ranger.

gotta get money for HU and then i'ma get me new subs/amp!

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I figured it wasn't a good idea, I just wanted a second opinion and I got several. Thanks to all. I just have my ex cab ranger to work with and I've got 3 amps to throw in there. I'll try to figure something out.

Look up for your answer? Seen quite a few amp racks along or in headliner. Some looked great some looked

terrible. Just a thought about placement. Thinking about a rollcage looking amp rack in my ext. cab Dakota.

I feel your pain man we dont get much space to begin with. Good luck man.

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