Im installing my new subs in my old box, should i screw the subs in the same holes in the box or make new ones. And any recommended on type of screws to use on it. Before i used some self-taping wood screws. The eyeholes on the subs are little bigger though so i though of just gettin bigger dia. screw and use the same holes. That should work right?
Ive herd of puttin a thin foam between the sub and the box to help on vibration. Is it worth doing?
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swez on 09/25/2007 14:17:49
If the subs are not super heavy, (Less than 20 lbs each) use #10-12 sheet metal screws in fresh holes that have been pilot drilled with a 1/8" drill bit. (4 screws min.; 8 max)
If the subs are very heavy, use Tee nuts and 1/4" x 20 x 1" stove bolts that have phillips type heads. (These don't slip as easily and less likely to damage the sub w/ a screw driver mishap)
If your box is carpeted already, that is a good gasket. If no carpet is used, foam tape is a very good gasket. (3/8" wide; 1/4" thick is plenty good)
Swez
Jo7Gle on 09/25/2007 14:19:32
I just bought the alpine 12" type R subs so what would be better?
swez on 09/25/2007 16:40:22
I cannot find the weight info on this sub. The Magnet structure is about 7 lbs and then the basket, coils and will add a few more pounds too.
In this case, this sub has 8 mounting holes. Use them all and the #10-12 self-tapping screws. That sould secure these subs if they all get a good bite into the front baffle panel.
Swez
Jo7Gle on 09/25/2007 17:03:09
Thanks Swez
swez on 09/25/2007 17:31:07
You bet... have fun in your project and ask for help as needed.
Swez
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Ive herd of puttin a thin foam between the sub and the box to help on vibration. Is it worth doing?
Replies (5)
swez on 09/25/2007 14:17:49
If the subs are not super heavy, (Less than 20 lbs each) use #10-12 sheet metal screws in fresh holes that have been pilot drilled with a 1/8" drill bit. (4 screws min.; 8 max)
If the subs are very heavy, use Tee nuts and 1/4" x 20 x 1" stove bolts that have phillips type heads. (These don't slip as easily and less likely to damage the sub w/ a screw driver mishap)
If your box is carpeted already, that is a good gasket. If no carpet is used, foam tape is a very good gasket. (3/8" wide; 1/4" thick is plenty good)
Swez
Jo7Gle on 09/25/2007 14:19:32
I just bought the alpine 12" type R subs so what would be better?
swez on 09/25/2007 16:40:22
I cannot find the weight info on this sub. The Magnet structure is about 7 lbs and then the basket, coils and will add a few more pounds too.
In this case, this sub has 8 mounting holes. Use them all and the #10-12 self-tapping screws. That sould secure these subs if they all get a good bite into the front baffle panel.
Swez
Jo7Gle on 09/25/2007 17:03:09
Thanks Swez
swez on 09/25/2007 17:31:07
You bet... have fun in your project and ask for help as needed.
Swez
PS If you can spare a few coins, we would appreciate a donation. The site is funded primarily through donations from our readers.
As you can see, we do not use pesty advertising banner ads for registered users. So, our operating expenses come from donations. If you have recently donated, you can expect a Gold Star next to your name soon. That indicates a site doaner and we take special care toward those who do.
Thanks in advance. 8~)
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