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by **Peter** » Thu Jun 05, 2003 1:19 am

crutchfiled is recommending Port diameter (inches) 3 Port length (inches) 12 for my sub.

by **Peter** » Thu Jun 05, 2003 9:45 am

the actual angle isnt that dramatic. anyone have suggestions on where to place the port tube?

by **Gunman** » Thu Jun 05, 2003 7:33 pm

i would put the sub on side 11, so the the back wave reflects back and down, then placing the port at least 2-3 inches away from the sub.

by **Peter** » Mon Jun 16, 2003 12:03 am

ok, i just finished building my box. i havent made the port tube yet, so its sealed right now. the recommended sealed volume is .75. what happens if you go bigger than that? reason is cuz i tested it and it sounds pretty good sealed already and im lazy to go ported. is it bad to have it bigger than recommended port size?

also, i just put the silicone seal on the inside, anyone know how long i need to wait before i can put my sub in? are the fumes bad for my sub?

by **pro956** » Mon Jun 16, 2003 6:05 am

Peter wrote:ok, i just finished building my box. i havent made the port tube yet, so its sealed right now. the recommended sealed volume is .75. what happens if you go bigger than that? reason is cuz i tested it and it sounds pretty good sealed already and im lazy to go ported. is it bad to have it bigger than recommended port size?

also, i just put the silicone seal on the inside, anyone know how long i need to wait before i can put my sub in? are the fumes bad for my sub?

if you go bigger the sound will get deeper, it's not bad for the sub. i'm not sure how long u should wait, i think 24 hours is good-- it's prolly more than enough. most people that are into sq use bigger boxes than recommended. also, with the bigger box it'll take less power to push the sub to full excursion. if you like the way it sounds, keep it the way it is

by **Peter** » Mon Jun 16, 2003 9:18 am

cool, thanks for the quick response. another question: what do u suggest for carpeting? what kinda glue? what kinda carpet?

by **Peter** » Mon Jun 16, 2003 2:54 pm

is it bad for my sub if i dont wait for the silicone to cure? lets say 17 hours instead of 24? i smelled it and it didnt smell like there were fumes coming out anymore. is it really that bad if i put it in right now?

by **Yanks0114** » Mon Jun 16, 2003 6:23 pm

The longer you wait, the better. You are also supposed to wait 3-5 days before playing the sub at full volume in order to break it in

by **Peter** » Fri Jun 20, 2003 11:56 am

how do i carpet my box? what kinda glue?

by **prophesized** » Fri Jun 20, 2003 1:18 pm

yes make sure to wait at least a day to let the silicone dry because if you dont the fumes can eat up your subs surround

by **Peter** » Fri Jun 20, 2003 7:55 pm

done!

by **prophesized** » Sat Jun 21, 2003 8:26 am

good job

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