Amplifier in rear compartment

[NHWK05]

After seeing how many people put their subwoofer amplifiers in the rear cargo area under the tray i finally moved mine there to conceal the wiring etc and to make it easier to remove the sub box should it be necessary.

But i was wondering, has anyone had issues with the amp over heating?

I have 1 Kicker CVR 12 and a Kicker mono 750 Watt amp.

[Matt]

After seeing how many people put their subwoofer amplifiers in the rear cargo area under the tray i finally moved mine there to conceal the wiring etc and to make it easier to remove the sub box should it be necessary.

But i was wondering, has anyone had issues with the amp over heating?

I have 1 Kicker CVR 12 and a Kicker mono 750 Watt amp.

No heating problems here. I have roughly 1,000 watts on tap, she's usually running full tilt ( :D ) - never had a single issue. Mobile electronics are built to handle high heat conditions; you'll be okay.

Those 750's are powerhouses man! They bench somewhere in the 900's :eek:

What enclosure do you have the 12 in?

[NHWK05]

Yes it is a great amp, I used to have 2 CVR 12's but wanted more cargo room but it handeled them fine.

The box is a sealed box i bought from the local audio shop, I forget what brand it is, it was about $80.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v293/xtremejeeper/mods/Kicker.jpg

[Matt]

Nice! Yeah, a pair of 12's certainly takes away a lot of cargo space.

[LTrainGC]

Nice! Yeah, a pair of 12's certainly takes away a lot of cargo space.

You got that right! Hopefully I can get a less intrusive set-up going soon.

[NHWK05]

Nice! Yeah, a pair of 12's certainly takes away a lot of cargo space.

Yes it does, But now that i moved the amp under the cargo lid, if i need more room i can either push the whole box forward on the seat folded (enough length of wire now) or remove it in seconds completely.

Such a good idea to move the amp. Thanks guys.

I also put 3.5" infinity Kappa series dash speakers in and plan to get matching 6.5" door speakers for the rear doors, then change out the front door 6x9 Bass speakers. (if i could figure out how to wire it so music comes out now)

But i plan to keep the stock 6 disc cd changer, i like the convenience and i already have my i pod integrated. No need to change it IMHO.

[Matt]

I also put 3.5" infinity Kappa series dash speakers in and plan to get matching 6.5" door speakers for the rear doors, then change out the front door 6x9 Bass speakers. (if i could figure out how to wire it so music comes out now)


You'll need an aftermarket amplifier to get a full range signal to the front door speakers. The factory amplifier use a crossover (filter) network.

[NHWK05]

You'll need an aftermarket amplifier to get a full range signal to the front door speakers. The factory amplifier use a crossover (filter) network.

Thats what i was afraid of. But when the time comes for me to replace all the speakers i will just do a new amp all at once.

[TimmyB]

That cargo area is handy to store crap in. I like how they have them on the 05's and up, changed from before. In my 94 i had to mount the amps under the rear seat which was tight. I ended up having to do a false floor in this one because i couldnt squeeze both of my amps in the stock cargo area.

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[TimmyB]

I have no idea why my pix arent posting. Im doing the same thing as on the "other" site, cutting n pasting from my photobucket. what gives?

[NHWK05]

Are you using the IMG selection on PB? Highlight and copy and paste? That works for me on here every time.

[TimmyB]

Nevermind, figured it out. I clicked on the "direct link" on pb and guess that works.

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[NHWK05]

Some times PB Sucks like that.

That floor looks nice, deff did not notice it was not factory at first.

[B.P.O.D]

WOWOW great job on the false floor!!!

[TimmyB]

Thanks, it was actually very simple to do. Cost about $40 in materials, basic power tools, and about 2 hours time altogether.

[08Hemi]

Nice mod Timmy...totally stealth and factory-look!!!

[B.P.O.D]

very slick work!!!!

[TimmyB]

My stereo project is def taking along time to complete. I have to redo the power wire now to run straight back on the drivers side. I have it from the battery running over to the passenger side thru a factory unused grommet, but im about 3 feet short by my calculations. Im trying to install 2 amps useing all 4 gauge. I only have a 20 foot length and another 6 foot length of it and i dont feel like buying more cuz its so dam expensive.

[NHWK05]

I have a few feet of used i can ship ya if you want it. Prolly 8 ft plus, should be 4 or 0 ga.

[TimmyB]

I have a few feet of used i can ship ya if you want it. Prolly 8 ft plus, should be 4 or 0 ga.


Awesome, thanks. But I just ran it again and I have enough to spare now. I think just by running it over to the other side I lost about 5 feet of it. Now its straight down the drivers side.

[blackpepper]

Nice work on the aftermarket cargo floor :D Looks good b/c the false door that comes stock is worthless except for hiding and amp which I guess makes it pretty useful after all :rolleyes: .. I have a digital amp in my false door and no heating issues whatsoever.. pushing 600w.

[TimmyB]

Im wondering if I should just toss the stock cargo floor, or keep it and throw it back in if and when I get rid of it.

[Matt]

Im wondering if I should just toss the stock cargo floor, or keep it and throw it back in if and when I get rid of it.

Keep it if you ever re-sell. I would at least.

[TimmyB]

Yea, prob best if I do, even though I like the floor i made better.

[Matt]

Yea, prob best if I do, even though I like the floor i made better.

Who knows, maybe the eventual buyer will too!

[NHWK05]

After moving my amp to the rear cargo area, i think i am going to remove the rear floor cover over the cargo area, and make a new cover from some plywood and carpet. I have no need for the tray any more and the tray is interfering with the amp just enough to piss me off.

[blackpepper]

Has anyone actually flipped over their tray and used the "waterproof" side for camping/tailgating etc...? I sure haven't.

[Matt]

Has anyone actually flipped over their tray and used the "waterproof" side for camping/tailgating etc...? I sure haven't.

I use it when I go to the beach, I'll toss towels, sandals, etc in there.

[blackpepper]

I use it when I go to the beach, I'll toss towels, sandals, etc in there.
Oh ok lol I guess I don't use it much because a corner of my sub box interferes with the hard plastic side. And I don't like taking my sub out for much :cool: :D

[Matt]

Oh ok lol I guess I don't use it much because a corner of my sub box interferes with the hard plastic side. And I don't like taking my sub out for much :cool: :D

haha, good man.

[NHWK05]

I dont use it because my sub box is too big.

This week when i make my new cover to replace the plastic tray cover i am going to seal it to make it water proof(murphys law) But i have a cargo liner on the way so i dont need to worry about dirty/wet stuff in the bake any way.

[TimmyB]

I always had the tray turned over when I had it in, kept all my things from moving around back there. I noticed some people have the nets back there, mine didnt come with one. oh well.

Im still working on my stereo, almost done. Right now I just have everything shoved under the false floor but im thinking when im done I will clean everything out, staple some poly sheeting to the underside of the framing I have and fill between the framing with expandable spray foam except where my amps are for extra sound proofing. It will be light enough to be able to take out the framing if needed.

[Scottina06]

good idea Timmy