The 8" LTW Subwoofer box OFFICIAL Feeler

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  • StereoInstaller1
    GAS
    • Jul 2004
    • 22679

    #1

    The 8" LTW Subwoofer box OFFICIAL Feeler

    In the immoral words of Mary Pong: "you don't got money, start steppin"

    The idea here is to gauge how many 8" boxes I need to do as an initial run.

    Please discuss your interest, ask questions, toss out ideas...but please, keep it to the 8" box ONLY.

    The general idea of the box is from the left vertical brace to the far right side of your trunk. The goal is 15" tall, but only 2" depth at the top of the box, 8" at the bottom.

    There will be a single 8" woofer and a single 3" port tube, both firing through and completely sealed to the ski pass hole. 100% of the bass will be in the cabin, no sound deadning of any kind will be needed.

    There will be no rattles on a completely stock car, as usual in my designs.

    The gross internal volume I am aiming for is .90 cubic foot, but I want to use big burly 8" woofers. I will be using the classic Fosgate Punch DVC as a model.

    The box will be made from 5/8" MDF to shave a few pounds, but will have a single brace of MDF to control resonances in the front and rear panels.

    My goal is under 25 pounds for box AND woofer, assuming an Infinity, Sony or Boston 8", none of which are as burly as my model.

    The purely cosmetic amp rack should be no more than 5 pounds.

    Part of the design will be easy removal for track cars. An optional amp rack will also be available.

    These boxes will come fully upholstered in my "near perfect match" carpet. Due to the additional labor of upholstery and the additional materials, plus the undoubtedly smaller runs of these boxes, they will cost a bit more than the 10" boxes...but the final product is all about what R3V wants.

    So...lets hear it!

    Thanks again for all your continued support,

    Luke Fisher

    Closing SOON!
    "LAST CHANCE FOR G.A.S." DEAL IS ON NOW

    Luke AT germanaudiospecialties DOT com or text 425-761-6450, or for quickest answers, call me at the shop 360-669-0398

    Thanks for 10 years of fun!
  • dmessent
    Member
    • May 2011
    • 52

    #2
    Will this be designed for trunks without tar?

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    • StereoInstaller1
      GAS
      • Jul 2004
      • 22679

      #3
      Originally posted by dmessent
      Will this be designed for trunks without tar?
      Yes, and thanks for asking. Trunk tar will need to be removed before this will fit.

      Closing SOON!
      "LAST CHANCE FOR G.A.S." DEAL IS ON NOW

      Luke AT germanaudiospecialties DOT com or text 425-761-6450, or for quickest answers, call me at the shop 360-669-0398

      Thanks for 10 years of fun!

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      • Wishno87
        R3V OG
        • Jul 2007
        • 6025

        #4
        Sounds like exactly what I need. Im down whenever this starts.
        Your signature picture has been removed since it contained the Photobucket "upgrade your account" image.

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        • Hey-U
          E30 Addict
          • Mar 2008
          • 560

          #5
          I don't supose this will fit Cabrios?

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          • Gregolas
            E30 Enthusiast
            • Jun 2011
            • 1187

            #6
            In!!!

            Edit: What would be the ideal woofer specs to look into for a woofer for the box? I was looking at the Boston woofer, looks promising for $50! Also, what is the estimate on price for these boxes? Thanks Luke! I have been (somewhat) patiently waiting on adding bass to my system!
            Last edited by Gregolas; 07-16-2011, 08:37 AM.
            - Greg
            α Team Founding Member
            1984 BMW 325 Henna Rot - Sarah -Uber project
            2011 BMW 335d LeMans Blau - Daily Diesel Torque monster

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            • StereoInstaller1
              GAS
              • Jul 2004
              • 22679

              #7
              That Boston sure looks the winner. I may be convinced.to sell my bad ass Fosgate too, but only a maybe. The price is kind of dependant on hassle of build...all of which aol go smother now that my son is here to help!

              Closing SOON!
              "LAST CHANCE FOR G.A.S." DEAL IS ON NOW

              Luke AT germanaudiospecialties DOT com or text 425-761-6450, or for quickest answers, call me at the shop 360-669-0398

              Thanks for 10 years of fun!

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              • Gregolas
                E30 Enthusiast
                • Jun 2011
                • 1187

                #8
                Sounds good Luke. Cant wait to see the finished product!
                - Greg
                α Team Founding Member
                1984 BMW 325 Henna Rot - Sarah -Uber project
                2011 BMW 335d LeMans Blau - Daily Diesel Torque monster

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                • Gerta
                  R3VLimited
                  • Sep 2009
                  • 2119

                  #9
                  Luke - you know what I need (or want rather) ... would this be a better fit than the 10" box for my needs?
                  Parts Collector and Former Houndstooth interior junkie.

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                  • bubbajan21
                    E30 Mastermind
                    • Mar 2011
                    • 1962

                    #10
                    I'm not in for the initial run, but I will definitely be buying one of these in the coming months.

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                    • StereoInstaller1
                      GAS
                      • Jul 2004
                      • 22679

                      #11
                      I will be starting on these as soon as 2 other boxes (Mega 10 and E3012) are done.

                      So I seem to have 3 confirmed?

                      Closing SOON!
                      "LAST CHANCE FOR G.A.S." DEAL IS ON NOW

                      Luke AT germanaudiospecialties DOT com or text 425-761-6450, or for quickest answers, call me at the shop 360-669-0398

                      Thanks for 10 years of fun!

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                      • SimplyDope
                        E30 Fanatic
                        • Mar 2010
                        • 1335

                        #12
                        I'd be in for an 8" box for sure. Looking for bass, but didn't want the bulk of a 10" sub and a larger box (with an m42, I'll take what I can get). Wouldn't mind driving down one of these weekends either :)

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                        • StereoInstaller1
                          GAS
                          • Jul 2004
                          • 22679

                          #13
                          Originally posted by SimplyDope
                          I'd be in for an 8" box for sure. Looking for bass, but didn't want the bulk of a 10" sub and a larger box (with an m42, I'll take what I can get). Wouldn't mind driving down one of these weekends either :)
                          Weekend of the 30th work?

                          I am at this 7 days a week, usually.

                          If you are 100% certain let me know.

                          Closing SOON!
                          "LAST CHANCE FOR G.A.S." DEAL IS ON NOW

                          Luke AT germanaudiospecialties DOT com or text 425-761-6450, or for quickest answers, call me at the shop 360-669-0398

                          Thanks for 10 years of fun!

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                          • Gregolas
                            E30 Enthusiast
                            • Jun 2011
                            • 1187

                            #14
                            Originally posted by StereoInstaller1
                            Weekend of the 30th work?

                            I am at this 7 days a week, usually.

                            If you are 100% certain let me know.
                            If you need a car for fitment, etc I work in Renton and live in Seattle, so just let me know. I will pick one up as soon as they get done! (91 318is BTW)
                            - Greg
                            α Team Founding Member
                            1984 BMW 325 Henna Rot - Sarah -Uber project
                            2011 BMW 335d LeMans Blau - Daily Diesel Torque monster

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                            • StereoInstaller1
                              GAS
                              • Jul 2004
                              • 22679

                              #15
                              I have the empty trunk of an '89 325i sitting here...thanks, though!

                              BTW, am I doing any of your install?

                              Closing SOON!
                              "LAST CHANCE FOR G.A.S." DEAL IS ON NOW

                              Luke AT germanaudiospecialties DOT com or text 425-761-6450, or for quickest answers, call me at the shop 360-669-0398

                              Thanks for 10 years of fun!

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