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I'll be getting two 12 inch subs,downfiring sub box, amp,and an amp wiring kit.My question is, how much speaker wire do i need? is 25 feet enough, or do i need more? Please help as i want to order ASAP!

 

 

 

 

http://www.crutchfield.com/p_211UCT14/Stre...eaker-Wire.html

Not to be a smart ass, but is the speaker wire being used to wire the subs in the box? I would presume so, but your question is impossible to answer without determining where the amp is located in relation to the subs. Once you determine that, just measure away. I would find it hard to believe that 25' would not be more than enough, but you may significantly less if the amp is located close to the subs. I would bump up to wire gauge to 12 as well for subs.

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Mckenzie

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i dont know much about audio, but here is what im getting and you can tell me if it is everything

 

12 inch dual sub box under the rear seat from hifi sound connection.com downfiring model

sony xplod amp http://www.crutchfield.com/p_158ZZR3301/So...XM-ZZR3301.html

2 12 inch kenwood subs http://www.crutchfield.com/p_113W3012/Kenwood-KFC-W3012.html

8 guage amp wiring kit http://www.crutchfield.com/p_142PA8/EFX-8-...Wiring-Kit.html

30 feet of speaker cable http://www.crutchfield.com/p_211UCT14/Stre...eaker-Wire.html

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Jnk

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Speaker wire is usually cheap so getting a little extra wouldn't hurt. May I suggest at least a 4ga amp kit? That will be a long run for 8ga. Also if you have a chance check out knukonceptz.com. They have great prices on wiring and are of very good quality.

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Another Black Truck

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Not the equipment i would choose but its ok...And im with JNK, 4ga would be better with a 600watt amp

 

Also the subs will be in a rather small box...IMO 2 good tens in a box size more suited for them will sound better.

 

I will be using 4 8's in my system in a box size that will get the most from my subs, the box is just as important as the subs.

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Mckenzie

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Alright guys I switched it to 4 guage amp wiring kit with 12 guage speaker wire, I should get better sound quality

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