I want to install a subwoofer , any enclosure suggestions? ---

[alwayscode390]

My ZR-1 came with an amp installed for 4 upgraded "high" range speakers.

The Amp can be "piggybacked" with another amp easily to install a subwoofer.

I would like to install a 10" shallow mount sub, and amp to balance out the sound.

What enclosures are you all running?

Can a truck enclosure fit behind the drivers seat? Im pretty short so the seat is up a little bit.

It would be nice if it can be hidden by the sunshade, or if I can still have room for the targa top in the back.

If you have pictures, feel free to share them, thanks! :) ---

[-=Jeff=-]

You can fit 8" subs in the stock rear locations. I actually header done that before.. I am currently using some 6.5 woofers in mine and they are enough for me

[alwayscode390]

Hmmm , I didn't even think of the side rear areas.

I will pop one off and see about that.

I found a few enclosures while surfing the net. Im going to take some measurements next time I get in the car.

Thanks for the idea! ---

[-=Jeff=-]

I think the 8" in the OEM spot is perfect.. I am running Elemental designs EU700 (6.5" woofers) and Find they are plenty..

I have a pair of Elemental Designs 9kv.2 (8" subwoofers) mounted to 3/4" thick wood plates I made for the C4 that I am not using and would be willing to sell..

here is a picture of a Kicker I had in my 89
http://www.digitalcorvettes.com/corvette-photos/data/652/2100_1924.JPG

you can see my ED EU700 in this pic:
https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-T3_FsbmnwQI/UNfQCDVZopI/AAAAAAAADPg/zR4IYBjP4GQ/s800/2012-12-23_21-02-12_668.jpg

[alwayscode390]

AWESOME pics, thanks for them :) ---

[secondchance]

Check my old thread. Another approach to sub.
http://www.zr1.net/forum/showthread.php?t=9877

[alwayscode390]

OOOH, that's another good idea.

Looks like you still have plenty of hatch space.

I may measure from side to side, and see if I can find any prebuilt boxes out there that will slide right in :)

Thanks for the idea!!! ---

[secondchance]

No sweat. Trick is to use Pioneer low profile subwoofer - only 4" deep for 10" sub.

[Schrade]

Have you considered OEM speakers and headunit? Or even just a standard headunit + Boses in the corners?

There is no better sound, in my opinion. You can get LOUDER, if that's what you're wanting, but with dedicated amplifiers in each Bose speaker, you just can't do better...

[alwayscode390]

SecondChance ... I am a fan of the Pioneer low profile subs. My Syclone and Viper have them , and I enjoy the sound. Back then, they were the only option. Now I see Kicker, JL , MTX, and others have low profile options!

Schrade , I actually don't have the OEM stuff anymore ... but have a really nice head unit and 4 way Alpine amp/ speakers installed already.

I honestly don't listen to the stereo much because I love to hear the engine, but I may take some longer trips this summer. My passengers ask to hear the radio sometimes too ... they aren't nearly the gearhead I am :) ---

[GOLDCYLON]

http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l498/goldcylon/harn2.jpg (http://s1120.photobucket.com/user/goldcylon/media/harn2.jpg.html)

Here is my subwoofer set up that came in my car with a really basic radio that I upgraded.

Here is an angle before I installed the protector grill. Yes the top still fits and I have room for my tool bag and socket set.

http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l498/goldcylon/rearamp.jpg


With that set up I get some pretty good beats

Heres the a pic of the old radio that came with the car the old Bose radio was in a box lol. That radio I installed in my dads gold cart so he has tunes as he motors from his house to the course lol

http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l498/goldcylon/OLDZR-1Radio.jpg

Here is my current radio setup and AVIC pioneer Series

http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l498/goldcylon/162_zps593720f0.jpg

http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l498/goldcylon/161_zpse6ced2b9.jpg

So my 91 has NAV, Blue Tooth, Voice command, 50gig HD, Ipod and the ability to to play team america on the dvd as I drive lol

[alwayscode390]

Nice setup GoldCylon! The angle on your box helps with space a lot.

What is that bar behind the seats? First I have seen something like that ... stiffen up the chassis?

Thanks ---

[GOLDCYLON]

Nice setup GoldCylon! The angle on your box helps with space a lot.

What is that bar behind the seats? First I have seen something like that ... stiffen up the chassis?

Thanks ---

Thanks I think this is kinda what you are looking for for best of all worlds

Its a Brey Krause Harness Bar. Allows me to mount my racing harness, camera etc. Yes it does stiffen the car up a little can add a little protection in a side impact although that not what it is designed to do. Its a big piece of metal so lol

[-=Jeff=-]

Honestly I think the aftermarket set up I have sounds better then OEM. but maybe if I have new Bose Speakers and Amps it would sound better too. I am quite happy with my aftermarket set-up

[GOLDCYLON]

Honestly I think the aftermarket set up I have sounds better then OEM. but maybe if I have new Bose Speakers and Amps it would sound better too. I am quite happy with my aftermarket set-up


Concur life is too short to not have 21st Century Audio. Unless your a NCRSer.

[HAWAIIZR-1]

http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l498/goldcylon/harn2.jpg (http://s1120.photobucket.com/user/goldcylon/media/harn2.jpg.html)

Here is my subwoofer set up that came in my car with a really basic radio that I upgraded.

Here is an angle before I installed the protector grill. Yes the top still fits and I have room for my tool bag and socket set.

http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l498/goldcylon/rearamp.jpg


With that set up I get some pretty good beats

Heres the a pic of the old radio that came with the car the old Bose radio was in a box lol. That radio I installed in my dads gold cart so he has tunes as he motors from his house to the course lol

http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l498/goldcylon/OLDZR-1Radio.jpg

Here is my current radio setup and AVIC pioneer Series

http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l498/goldcylon/162_zps593720f0.jpg

http://i1120.photobucket.com/albums/l498/goldcylon/161_zpse6ced2b9.jpg

So my 91 has NAV, Blue Tooth, Voice command, 50gig HD, Ipod and the ability to to play team america on the dvd as I drive lol

Love it; that looks like the ultimate set up.:cheers:

[GOLDCYLON]

Love it; that looks like the ultimate set up.:cheers:


Thanks Man... All I need is a CAB aerobody around it and done!

[HAWAIIZR-1]

Thanks Man... All I need is a CAB aerobody around it and done!

Ha, ha.........from what I have seen over the years, GC will never be done. Oh, I'm the same way...lol Yes, that would be the ultimate with an aerobody.

[GOLDCYLON]

Ha, ha.........from what I have seen over the years, GC will never be done. Oh, I'm the same way...lol Yes, that would be the ultimate with an aerobody.


No doubt I even asked for a military discount no dice. The price is what it is... Too damn expensive for a group buy as well.

[alwayscode390]

I currently have the full face unit too ... I didn't even think about it playing DVD's , now I have to do some research on my model :) ---

[HAWAIIZR-1]

No doubt I even asked for a military discount no dice. The price is what it is... Too damn expensive for a group buy as well.

Great that you ask about the MD as you never know. I don't know how much I have saved over the past 30 years doing so. I know what you mean. I remember I had the chance to buy an LPE aerobody kit once, but thought I would never have the power to back it up and did not. I guess I still don't.........:(, but I know you will.