98 Tahoe sub install help

[LikeArock]

Hey guys I am looking for a stealth sub install idea other than the under 2nd row box. I would like to do something on either side of the cargo area but didnt know if there were any premade boxes? Would like to do a single 12 or possibly 2 10's...Also need sub suggestions? lookin for a good all around sound...Any help would be appreciated.....oh 98 4dr w/tailgate

 

[TigerEyz3]

Unless you remove the rear AC components, you're only option is to mount something on the driver side (jack storage area). It can definitely be done. I recently saw a pic on here (can't recall the name at the moment, and it wasn't a 99), that had boxes built into the sides with 15" subs mounted in them - 1 per side.

 

[blueflamed03]

are you willing to loose any space in the rear area?

 

[LikeArock]

Well my issue really isnt space but i like the hidden look....Plus it keeps thiefs away some what as long as i keep the volume down...I recently had a vehicle stolen and my neighbor had his work van broken into....I live in a somewhat rural area....But an alarm may help...duh....I am getting ready to purchase evrything from the head unit on down....I like the idea of a single sub but unsure of how it will sound in a large vehicle...So any advice on subs amps,head units etc is appreiciated.....Is soundstream still a good buy? I guess i am also looking both ways as far as 2 subs or single but i would like to keep some cargo space.....Also can you guys tell me what sub will go in the smallest enclosure and still have some boom to it? I know I am all over the place but I havent done an audio install in about 8yrs so i am excited to get the info and way the options....Again Thanks

 

[blueflamed03]

well, you can do a good 5 channel amp, power doors both front and rear, and possibly do a single small sealed woofer in rear. Look for a woofer that works in small sealed. Then make the enclosure down firing, and make the woofer about 3-4" up off the ground. Carpet it, wrap it, heck paint it and if nobody see's the woofer, they may think twice about it. Yet sound good, and be hidden.

 

[LikeArock]

well, you can do a good 5 channel amp, power doors both front and rear, and possibly do a single small sealed woofer in rear. Look for a woofer that works in small sealed. Then make the enclosure down firing, and make the woofer about 3-4" up off the ground. Carpet it, wrap it, heck paint it and if nobody see's the woofer, they may think twice about it. Yet sound good, and be hidden.

Thats a great Idea....Will there be any less sound and should I build it on legs or just leave one side open....

 

[blueflamed03]

build legs in all 4 corners to prop the box up, that 3-4" off the carpet. Actually, it will do pretty well....

 

[drifter666]

I'm not sure if you have made a speaker purchase yet but i would recommend some nice infinity kappas they are great. The price is a bit steep "IMO" at around $130 a pair but they are definitely worth the price.

http://www.crutchfield.com/S-wpQRd6TES8j/app/product/search/searchresults.aspx?search=infinity+kappa+speaker

One thing you can do If you don't wanna run the 5ch setup that blue flame was talking about is get a decent class D mono amp and when you run the remote is put a switch in series with the wire so you can switch your subs off when you want.

 

[LikeArock]

Well I purchased 1 Kicker 12" CVR....I have a ported box and I have a MTX Jack Hammer amp plus aPioneer DEH- 4100UB head unit and I allready have Pioneer's in the doors...How have I done so far?

 

[blueflamed03]

sounds good!!