bolting down a sub box?

A4pimp · October 9, 2003

Hi Everyone, new member here....

I was wondering if anyone has bolted down there sub boxes that go underneath of the extended cab rear seat in the silverado's. I have an mdf box for 2 upfiring 10s that goes all the way across the back and replaces the tool box. The local stereo shop suggested bolting it down saying it would improve spl and help keep box resonance down. Also, If I should do this, should I use bolts with nuts underneath the cab or would it be okay to just use lag screws? Any tips on box mounting would be appreciated.

Also, I made the mistake of running my 4 gauge power cable and amp remote lead down the passenger side and my rca's down the drivers side(because the passengers side is where the battery is.) I realized later that the drivers side has a factory wiring harness running down it with power running through it. How easy is it to run my rca's down the center underneath the center console or close by it? Again, any reccomendations or tips would be great!

Thanks alot,

Todd

97 Silverado Extended Cab 5.7

Wingnut · October 9, 2003

First off. Welcome to the forum

Are you sure that they fire UP? I have only seen down-firing, and a scant few forward firing ones.

Unless you are entering SPL contests, or you live in a high crime area, I wouldn't bother bolting it down. It will not make much difference in sound quality (IMO). If you do, I would suggest nuts and bolts. They are less likely to strip out, not to mention the fact that it will take two people working very well together to steal it.

Running the RCAs under the carpet shouldn't be a problem, just straighten out a wire coat hanger, and use some pliers to make a loop in the end. Use that to push/pull the wires under the carpet. It just takes some coaxing, but pretty easy to do.

Here is what mine looks like: CLICK MEEEE!!

Hope this helps a little.