Good audio shop in HI

Lost · 07-16-2009, 08:58 PM

They only did one single chamber, but there is a LOT of air space to play with if you're able to go with fiberglass.

The floor really wasn't raised much at all, maybe 1/4 of an inch at most and that was only due to the panel on top used to make sure the entire floor was covered. The finishing panel is 1/2" MDF and sits in the same place as the stock carpeting.

It was a tight fight, though. The box is 3/4" MDF and the subs have a mounting depth of 6 3/4". You have about 8" from the lowest point to work with to maintain stock height.

They cut out a hole in the middle and built a pedestal in the box to go around the mounting for the spare tire.

rreign · 07-17-2009, 09:55 AM

Oh, nice. I had a similar idea to that. That's why I was wondering how they did it. I dunno if I would have gone with a single chamber for 2 subs. I don't really like the sound that it tends to produce. I find that you can have much "punchier" bass with single chambers.

Well, since I do fiberglass work pretty well now, I can't wait to get my hands on a Z!!

Romanowski · 07-19-2009, 04:14 AM

What Kenwood Unit is that? Backup Cam?

How much did it cost? Ballpark range.

Lost · 07-19-2009, 03:31 PM

Kenwood DNX 7140 - $1100 from sonicelectronix.com, $1500 MSRP.

Note if you want Kenwood to support the manufacturers warranty you will need to pay the $1500 and get it from an authorized retailer.

Romanowski · 08-02-2009, 01:25 PM

How much was the labor cost?
+ Box?

Lost · 08-03-2009, 02:57 AM

A ridiculous amount. About $900 for the box and $500 or so for the amp/wiring/cap. Had to pay a little extra to have the wires run for 2 amps, though, so I have the option to add one in easily for the speakers at a later date.

Romanowski · 08-03-2009, 06:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lost

A ridiculous amount. About $900 for the box and $500 or so for the amp/wiring/cap. Had to pay a little extra to have the wires run for 2 amps, though, so I have the option to add one in easily for the speakers at a later date.

Damn.. Are my numbers right?

$900 Box
~$500 Labor + Cables/Amp/Cap
$1500 Kenwood DNX 7140
$600 2X P3D412
$80 2X P312G

= Grand Total $ 3580

Lost · 08-03-2009, 09:10 PM

Also the cost of the amp ($400 iirc).

Fortunately I already had all the other parts from my previous car so all I really had to pay was box/install and getting the HU.

Still way more money than I would like to have paid, but unfortunately don't have the tools or the place to do that kind of work here on the island.

Romanowski · 08-03-2009, 09:44 PM

Yeah, I have the stuff from my old car.

All I need is the HU, and Box/Install

abakja1 · 09-25-2009, 05:04 AM

Yes,..
Security and Sound is expensive, but well worth it IMO....treat your car with respect and done right the first time for a clean install...

Im may go there if Im too lazy to do my own install...not sure if I want an amp for just front speakers...still deciding on which Kenwood double din to get...

Also, you NEED the Nav accessory to run navigation and its not built in?

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07-16-2009, 08:58 PM	#16 (permalink)
Lost Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Hawaii Posts: 36 Drives: '09 Black Z 6MT Rep Power: 16	They only did one single chamber, but there is a LOT of air space to play with if you're able to go with fiberglass. The floor really wasn't raised much at all, maybe 1/4 of an inch at most and that was only due to the panel on top used to make sure the entire floor was covered. The finishing panel is 1/2" MDF and sits in the same place as the stock carpeting. It was a tight fight, though. The box is 3/4" MDF and the subs have a mounting depth of 6 3/4". You have about 8" from the lowest point to work with to maintain stock height. They cut out a hole in the middle and built a pedestal in the box to go around the mounting for the spare tire.

07-17-2009, 09:55 AM	#17 (permalink)
rreign A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: South Carolina Age: 40 Posts: 2,341 Drives: 03 Evo 8 Rep Power: 709	Oh, nice. I had a similar idea to that. That's why I was wondering how they did it. I dunno if I would have gone with a single chamber for 2 subs. I don't really like the sound that it tends to produce. I find that you can have much "punchier" bass with single chambers. Well, since I do fiberglass work pretty well now, I can't wait to get my hands on a Z!!

07-19-2009, 04:14 AM	#18 (permalink)
Romanowski Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hawaii Posts: 201 Drives: 09' Nissan 370Z Rep Power: 16	What Kenwood Unit is that? Backup Cam? How much did it cost? Ballpark range.

07-19-2009, 03:31 PM	#19 (permalink)
Lost Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Hawaii Posts: 36 Drives: '09 Black Z 6MT Rep Power: 16	Kenwood DNX 7140 - $1100 from sonicelectronix.com, $1500 MSRP. Note if you want Kenwood to support the manufacturers warranty you will need to pay the $1500 and get it from an authorized retailer.

08-02-2009, 01:25 PM	#20 (permalink)
Romanowski Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hawaii Posts: 201 Drives: 09' Nissan 370Z Rep Power: 16	How much was the labor cost? + Box?

08-03-2009, 02:57 AM	#21 (permalink)
Lost Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Hawaii Posts: 36 Drives: '09 Black Z 6MT Rep Power: 16	A ridiculous amount. About $900 for the box and $500 or so for the amp/wiring/cap. Had to pay a little extra to have the wires run for 2 amps, though, so I have the option to add one in easily for the speakers at a later date.

08-03-2009, 09:10 PM	#23 (permalink)
Lost Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Hawaii Posts: 36 Drives: '09 Black Z 6MT Rep Power: 16	Also the cost of the amp ($400 iirc). Fortunately I already had all the other parts from my previous car so all I really had to pay was box/install and getting the HU. Still way more money than I would like to have paid, but unfortunately don't have the tools or the place to do that kind of work here on the island.

09-25-2009, 05:04 AM	#25 (permalink)
abakja1 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Hawaii Posts: 351 Drives: STI, MDX, Titan Rep Power: 305	Yes,.. Security and Sound is expensive, but well worth it IMO....treat your car with respect and done right the first time for a clean install... Im may go there if Im too lazy to do my own install...not sure if I want an amp for just front speakers...still deciding on which Kenwood double din to get... Also, you NEED the Nav accessory to run navigation and its not built in?