Sub Hole Size In Shelf?

StevenAu2 · 06-09-2005, 07:23 PM

Hey all,i know this is a stereo question but what size hole for a sub is it in th au series? Also is it even worthwhile to fit one that size? PS-i do fold down the back seats from time to time so a boot full of subs is out of the question...

JC · 06-09-2005, 07:26 PM

It takes an 8" sub. You would need to get one that is suitable as an open air sub as the boot is a fairly large enclosure. I've put one in the XR - just a cheap $30 job and even it has improved the bass. It's just wired in series with the RHS rear speaker. Nt the best method, but works for me.

StevenAu2 · 06-09-2005, 07:37 PM

Hey thanks for that,did you put a cover over it? Does it secure with torx screws also? I dont suppose you had a pic of what it looks like from in cab and in boot?
Cheers Steven...

JC · 06-09-2005, 08:05 PM

Sorry - no pics. I didn't put a cover, unless you count the rear shelf cover as a cover. Basically, the sub fits in the hole, you take the carpet/material cover off to put it there, and while you're there, just pull out the insulation material that is already pre cut, leaving just the actual material as a cover. As it's bass, you don't really need it open to the inside, so it looks stock. Also, I just used some small bolts with nylocks to secure it. I think I had to drill one or two holes for the bolts, as the bolt holes didn't quite line up.

EvilChief · 06-09-2005, 11:57 PM

i have seen people use cheap as chips 8" subs and bolt them into the parcel shelf, however they also bolted a nice piece of MDF underneath it for more support and less rattle, the result is all right considering it cost only 120 bucks ... a single 2 channel amp will do the trick just fine