so i have this elemental designs 16kv2....scored it from my cousin....never been played...i decided to try it out in my truck...so while i was attempting to mount the sub in the box..the drill slipped off the screw and stabbed right through the sub.....i wanted to die.......
Replies (6)
newB on 05/19/2007 22:26:41
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-Drew
trunkisloud on 05/19/2007 23:06:40
but that didnt stop me....we glassed up the wound and its playin like a champ..just a shame that it was in perfect condition and i ruined it.....they dont even make that sub anymore.
swez on 05/20/2007 00:33:39
Sorry to hear of your misfortune. This is often a "rookie" mistake bro.
Good patch idea though, depending on where the divot is located.
Tech Tip: When mounting large and heavy subs, use tee-nuts and 1/4" x 20 screw/bolts. Avoid slot-headed screws as they slip easily and accidents are common. Torx, Square or Phillips heads are best for a good bite and minimal tear outs.
Swez
UKinstaller on 05/22/2007 07:16:24
yeah pre-drilling the holes with 1/8 drill bit helps too.
-UK
trunkisloud on 05/22/2007 21:37:24
yea i was tryin to hold the sub in place because the hole was a little bigger than i needed it so i had to line the screw holes up perfect for no leaks..combine that with the wrong phillips screws, lack of light, and just plain old being anxious....and it makes for a deadly combination....the "divot" as you say is located at the bottom half of the sub near the surround , but not touching it.....its a solid fix and sounds really good ..but its just ugly...no resale value...not that i need to sell it.
swez on 05/23/2007 04:56:59
When patching damaged cones, when possible... do the patch on the under side of the cone. If done well, you'll not see it or it will be almost invisible.
Swez
Replies (6)
newB on 05/19/2007 22:26:41
=0
-Drew
trunkisloud on 05/19/2007 23:06:40
but that didnt stop me....we glassed up the wound and its playin like a champ..just a shame that it was in perfect condition and i ruined it.....they dont even make that sub anymore.
swez on 05/20/2007 00:33:39
Sorry to hear of your misfortune. This is often a "rookie" mistake bro.
Good patch idea though, depending on where the divot is located.
Tech Tip: When mounting large and heavy subs, use tee-nuts and 1/4" x 20 screw/bolts. Avoid slot-headed screws as they slip easily and accidents are common. Torx, Square or Phillips heads are best for a good bite and minimal tear outs.
Swez
UKinstaller on 05/22/2007 07:16:24
yeah pre-drilling the holes with 1/8 drill bit helps too.
-UK
trunkisloud on 05/22/2007 21:37:24
yea i was tryin to hold the sub in place because the hole was a little bigger than i needed it so i had to line the screw holes up perfect for no leaks..combine that with the wrong phillips screws, lack of light, and just plain old being anxious....and it makes for a deadly combination....the "divot" as you say is located at the bottom half of the sub near the surround , but not touching it.....its a solid fix and sounds really good ..but its just ugly...no resale value...not that i need to sell it.
swez on 05/23/2007 04:56:59
When patching damaged cones, when possible... do the patch on the under side of the cone. If done well, you'll not see it or it will be almost invisible.
Swez
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