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Old 04-15-2008, 04:36 PM
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3RD Gen Subwoofer

I've got a '99 4Runner with the 6 speaker system. With the CD/Tape factory unit, it does sound great but I would love to improve that deep base. Does anyone have any thoughts on adding a self-powered subwoofer to the rear end on a 3rd Gen. Would it fit on the Driver side, can I fit that amp somewhere out of site? Any thoughts would be appreciated.
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http://www.infinitysystems.com/car/p...=CA&Region=USA

I picked one up off eBay for $90. It takes speaker level, as well as line level, inputs and has good bass for the size and price. You can mount it vertically or horizontally.
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Keeping it hidden...

The Infinity systems sound great, but they don't mount on a panel unless you go with the Basslink T which is just to big for a 4runner. I think an 8" or 10" Infinity or JBL subwoofer mounted with a separate amp might work better and be easier to keep out of site. I have just installed a Sirius Sportster 5 under the center console lid (keeps it totally out of site) but I wonder what is behind that drivers side rear quarter panel, I don't even know how to get access yet. Does anyone know if that area works for a subwoofer?
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Heres a picture of how I did mine granted it a 2nd gen but you should have the same cargo/jack storage compartment in back of your's as well and they work great for a 10" just mdf the inside and build a face for the outside and mount it to the inside edges of the inner box
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Those Q Logic boxes really aren't worth the money, the plastic rattles and sounds like
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I hid my MTX amp under the driver seat, but it blew when i forded water, so i mounted it on the back of the rear seat to have it fly off when i was wheeling..so for now it's attached to my box. I like that idea of using the cargo area...and have still debating if i could get the bass i wanted out of it. If it were me, i'd upgrade the mids and tweets, and kick a sub.

The cool thing about where the stock jack area under the rear seats, is that if you don't use it for anything, that's a great place to hide an amp.
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What color is your interior?

I have a tan Q-logic, with a JL 10w3 and a JL 250/1 amp collecting dust. It did it's job when it was used.

I guess I'll put a few details in, the amp runs very cool and actually had it under the rear seat where the jack is (never had an issue, and I do like it loud). The box fits in the passenger side, but I'm not sure if the 96'-98' box fits in the 99'-02' interior the same.

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I like my simple 10" MTX since it's easy to remove when I need more space or if I sold my Runner and wanted to keep it. I have the amp under the passenger seat and the combo is fine and inexpensive for if you just want solid bass but don't need to ratttle your truck apart.

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I know its a 2nd gen but this is what I did to add some bASS!!!



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I have a little self powered Subaru WRX Sub under my drivers seat. It's not KILLER BASS but it does add some nice sound. That, the Alpine and the Focals in the doors
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I have all my system run to the stock head.. 2 12" 1200watt amp
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I've had the kenwood woox installed and thought that would be enough but after awhile it didnt fit the bill. So now I am going to replace all my speakers with polk stuff since my buddy can get a good deal on them. Does anyone know the sizing and depth so I can just drop in a new one. I would prefer not to fab things as I am very limited on tools. Thanks!
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