Has anyone tried this under the strut bar box on ebay?
10-29-2004, 08:26 AM
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Originally posted by jcn30127
Do you agree?
If Mike's box is only .75 cu ft, it would only be appropriate for one 10inch subwoofer (sealed box not ported).
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What is the volume of Nazar's box?
Anyone have a Nazar box with a 12"?
Do you agree?
If Mike's box is only .75 cu ft, it would only be appropriate for one 10inch subwoofer (sealed box not ported).
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What is the volume of Nazar's box?
Anyone have a Nazar box with a 12"?
I kind of like the Wood enclosure it is a low cost and effective box. I just want to point out there is a big difference in sound characteristics of a fiberglass enclosure versus wood.
As you know Particle board and even MDF is pores. Fiberglass has better value for air tightness. For example you will get water to seep through MDF and end result will be unusable, Fiberglass will hold the water as long as you need it. Same applies for Air. That is why all Hi-End installs use Fiberglass.
In most cases fiberglass will also give you more room and weigh less. Our Flat faced Strut tower enclosure weighs between 18-20 Lbs, (without the holes cut for subs. I am sure that will make it a little less) Depending on the thickness sprayed on the mold. We use more on shipping weight not to get surcharged from UPS.
In comparison with our fiberglass enclosure versus the wooden I would say there is a world of difference here. It is apples and oranges. Let’s see how else I can describe it. Having someone comparing a 350Z versus a Chevy Cavalier. I am not saying Cavalier is a bad car Just nothing close to 350Z.
This is not to discourage anyone form the wooden box I just want to make sure peoplw understand there is a big difference between the enclosures being compared.
Now that that is said. I have to say nice job on the wooden enclosure.
We have access to a CNC Machine where we make our wooden enclosures with, If anyone is interested in a wooden enclosure I am sure we can come up with a version that is suitable in the lower price range. Let me know.
BTW.
Here is a picture of the 350Z enclosure we are experimenting with to get a cost effective custom finish for the Strut tower enclosures. This is powder coated in RED.
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10-29-2004, 08:44 AM
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Originally posted by Z4KR
I am trying to make up my mind about Nazar's box. He told me he can have the box powder coated (90% match to the z color). But I would like to see a pic before ordering. Does anyone here have that setup? Thx!
I am trying to make up my mind about Nazar's box. He told me he can have the box powder coated (90% match to the z color). But I would like to see a pic before ordering. Does anyone here have that setup? Thx!
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10-29-2004, 11:48 AM
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I like the look of nazars box but my question is about having 3 subs back there.
It seems it would cause alot of rattle in the hatch.
I could be wrong because ive never seen anyone with 3 subs in the back but seems like more than id need.
It seems it would cause alot of rattle in the hatch.
I could be wrong because ive never seen anyone with 3 subs in the back but seems like more than id need.
10-29-2004, 03:37 PM
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Originally posted by SvR350z
I like the look of nazars box but my question is about having 3 subs back there.
It seems it would cause alot of rattle in the hatch.
I could be wrong because ive never seen anyone with 3 subs in the back but seems like more than id need.
I like the look of nazars box but my question is about having 3 subs back there.
It seems it would cause alot of rattle in the hatch.
I could be wrong because ive never seen anyone with 3 subs in the back but seems like more than id need.
10-29-2004, 11:32 PM
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Originally posted by mlg9770
Hello
My name is Mike I am the builder of the boxes listed on Ebay.
I had been looking for a sub box for my z and decided to make my own. Since building the first box, I had been to a couple car shows and had great response to the box and a request for one. So I decided to sell them on Ebay at a reasonable price of $160-$170 not $350+ unfinished.
Luckily the design does allow it to slide in from the back of the car. I have worked with carpet for years. I have had some requests for vinyl but I am not confident enough as of yet to do so.
The boxes do actually fit rather well to the curves of the strut bar.
I live in Sarasota, Florida if any members live locally and are interested in stopping by and checking out the box in my z to see fitment.
ANy ?'s feel free thanks mike mlg9770@comcast.net
Hello
My name is Mike I am the builder of the boxes listed on Ebay.
I had been looking for a sub box for my z and decided to make my own. Since building the first box, I had been to a couple car shows and had great response to the box and a request for one. So I decided to sell them on Ebay at a reasonable price of $160-$170 not $350+ unfinished.
Luckily the design does allow it to slide in from the back of the car. I have worked with carpet for years. I have had some requests for vinyl but I am not confident enough as of yet to do so.
The boxes do actually fit rather well to the curves of the strut bar.
I live in Sarasota, Florida if any members live locally and are interested in stopping by and checking out the box in my z to see fitment.
ANy ?'s feel free thanks mike mlg9770@comcast.net
You mentioned in the eBay ad that its pre-drilled to pull the wire through ... is that on the back side of the box (through the carpet) or on one of the sides? (or bottom?) ... just want to know if the wire will be visable from the back, or easily hidden?
10-30-2004, 04:33 AM
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Hi
The hole is located on the side panel hidden from sight by the strut bar.
I am thinking about upgrading exhaust. How did your Borla system work out?
thanks mike mlg9770@comcast.net
The hole is located on the side panel hidden from sight by the strut bar.
I am thinking about upgrading exhaust. How did your Borla system work out?
thanks mike mlg9770@comcast.net
11-01-2004, 11:18 AM
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Originally posted by gohandbz88
I might be interested in this box but I have a question. How is the box secured onto the car? Do you use screws or does it lock into place somehow? TIA
I might be interested in this box but I have a question. How is the box secured onto the car? Do you use screws or does it lock into place somehow? TIA
I have had mine in my car for about a month. The strut brace seems to hold it in place really well. This is nice because I did'nt want to screw into my car.
I dont know if anyone has tried to secure it with screws or any way else but my box has'nt gone anywhere just being wedged under the brace -----seems to work out great.
When installing(sliding it in place) if you feel it might move I would suggest maybe some velcro on the bottom to stop any sliding--I hate suggesting VeLcRo but I dont see why it would'nt work.
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11-02-2004, 11:20 AM
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I just got the box and posted a new thread on it 
sorry didnt see this one. doh!
Anyway, the box is very nice, the fittament couldnt be better. It could have been a factory option the way it fits. To be honest I wasnt thrilled about the hole in the side of the box for the speaker wire so I replaced it with a terminal I had lying around
nice little 2$ upgrade. Short of that it rocks. Not a ton of block rocking base from 1 10" speaker but extremly nice tight bass very nice sound ect.
As for nazir's comment about MDF being porus I doubt that matters for as much air as my single 10 is pushing. Also, this is very much a stealth install, with the decklid closed you cant even tell there is a sub installed. Also I was worried about scratching up the fiberglass box, its very nice but I need that extra storage space and would hate to mess that $$$ of a box up.
For the money, Im very pleased I recived such a nice box
sorry didnt see this one. doh! Anyway, the box is very nice, the fittament couldnt be better. It could have been a factory option the way it fits. To be honest I wasnt thrilled about the hole in the side of the box for the speaker wire so I replaced it with a terminal I had lying around
nice little 2$ upgrade. Short of that it rocks. Not a ton of block rocking base from 1 10" speaker but extremly nice tight bass very nice sound ect.As for nazir's comment about MDF being porus I doubt that matters for as much air as my single 10 is pushing. Also, this is very much a stealth install, with the decklid closed you cant even tell there is a sub installed. Also I was worried about scratching up the fiberglass box, its very nice but I need that extra storage space and would hate to mess that $$$ of a box up.
For the money, Im very pleased I recived such a nice box
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11-04-2004, 04:33 PM
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I received mine yesterday. Very good quality. The carpet match near perfect with the OEM trunk mat. My JL 10W6 sounds very nice. The bass sound is very tight and clear. I'm very pleased with it.
