Amp rack in trunk floor. Bad idea??
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Amp rack in trunk floor. Bad idea??
So I will be installing a JL Audio J2 1000.1 amp and it will be located in the trunk floor indent, like the one in the picture below. Just wondering if airflow is an issue if installed there. I know many members have put their amps there, so I would like to hear from them. Any overheating issues?
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No problems until you get about an hour of continuous use. Overheats and cuts off. Give it some time to cool off, then you're good for another 30 minutes.
That's with the cover completely over the amp. If you...say.... ditched the plexi cover in the picture above you'd probably have better results than me.
That's with the cover completely over the amp. If you...say.... ditched the plexi cover in the picture above you'd probably have better results than me.
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i made my own to fit back there. i basically made a box around the amp and framed it to fit the shape of the floor. i then attached some legs on the bottom to suspend it above the bottom of the trunk. that crates an air space between the floor. i also left some room around the edges for air flow. i didn't use plexiglass for mine. the only time i've had problems is when i have a lot of stuff in my trunk covering it. it will only do it after i stop somewhere and restart my car.
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Something like this?
http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_5283_PAC+CF-1.html
Anyone actually use something like this? JL Audio recommends keeping the amp wide open for airflow, but many have still concealed it in the trunk drop.
http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_5283_PAC+CF-1.html
Anyone actually use something like this? JL Audio recommends keeping the amp wide open for airflow, but many have still concealed it in the trunk drop.
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