DoinItBig804

Is there a sub-woofer enclosure that would fit in the trunk of my 04 Rx8 with my rear sway bar still in place? I can't seem to find one. I'm starting to believe all I can do is get one custom made.

9krpmrx8

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Did you check the for sale forum? I see them all the time and I am pretty sure I saw one very recently. Search is your friend.

DoinItBig804

Yeah I did. Not really what I'm looking for.

9krpmrx8

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So what are you looking for then? Why not just get rid of the rear strut bar, it's pretty much useless anyway.

and then get this:

http://www.zenclosures.com/Mazda_RX8..._Box_p/rx8.htm

Or get a bass tube.

Rote8

4080 enclosures?

http://www.4080enclosures.com/shop40...sp?idProduct=4

DoinItBig804

Rear strut bar really useless? And I am leaning towards the 4080 enclosure now.

cornholio135

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10 " Bazooka they also make a 12". I mounted it to my rear strutbar with their "Ring" mounting kit....

altspace

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I have a "Magic Box" and it fits perfectly, and a Beatrush strut bar. http://www.wickedcas.com/product.php...&cat=20&page=1

9krpmrx8

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It's a good bling item, but there is not really a performance gain. The structural rigidity of the 8 from the factory is awesome.

Jedi54

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I vote for the 4080 box. Here's my dual 4080 box setup: https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-interior-audio-electronics-24/jedis-bose-stereo-upgrade-103771/

SirZyrion

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I think I'll end up going with this one:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...tchlink:top:en

altspace

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Dayum! Not only is that box going to be heavy, but adding two 12" subs? You must want some serious bass pounding.

xShinka666x

its not extremely heavy but not something youd want if you race or anything, just make sure its secured good

altspace

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Well, I guess it depends on the 12" subs. On average you are looking at 30-35lbs for 2, plus the weight of the box and amp(s). I've been there too...it really makes a huge difference. Even in your MPG and regular acceleration. However if massive pounding bass is what you want than go for it.

This was my setup...way too heavy so I sold it. http://altspacerx8.blogspot.com/2007...ine-plv-7.html

Darkpoison187

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SWEET *** set up you have there Jedi definitely gonna reference your thread when i do my install whenever that may be

laythor

My local audio shop made a custom encloser for slightly less then the price of a 4080
https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-interior-audio-electronics-24/laythors-new-sound-196331/

littlejob

yeah i have something very similar to the ebay link.
and let me tell you...2-12's is to much... i have 2- 10's and my mirrors move when i blast them...i cant even be in the car while there cranked up..

pics below..
custom enclosure



back seat before amp


back seat with amp installed


ipod adapter

rotarygrl04

This is my set up and I bought the subwoffer box from this guys from Kentucky on Ebay:



http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m...03/mysetup.jpg

http://s107.photobucket.com/albums/m...nt=mysetup.jpg

HiFlite999

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Clever!

altspace

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Except that you can not put the cover on unless you cut out the holder.

Not a fan of having exposed audio equipment. Calls out to thieves.

littlejob

i do have the cover cut out, i never used it any ways. But i have had this for a good 5 months EXPOSED with no problem. at night, you cant even tell whats back there. *tints*

plus i have insurance... lol

*edit*
i also cleaned up the wiring...that red cord you can see below the amp was pissing me off, had to unbolt everything....and re-wire.

altspace

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Just does not look right to me is all. It would seem more complete if a cover was in place, maybe with a cutout and some lexan if you want to see the amp. Without one it takes away the beauty of the interior.

firebirdude

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We had a member on here who cut out parts of the cover and put black steel mesh in it's place. Looked pretty good. I'm sure you can find someone to do something similar with lexan or such.

littlejob

like i said i do have the back piece cut out, i just took the pic with it off.

and i have gotten several complements on the sleekness. It blends in with my limited edition interior..

HiFlite999

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Do you mind posting a pic with the cover in place and as-installed in the back seat area?