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dakotaspd11
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12/30/2001
19:40:34

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What type of enclosure do u recommend for a reg cab dak. Is it cheaper to buy or make them. I am getting 2 10". Thanks for any help



xplikt
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1/02/2002
01:04:10

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Depends, what kinds of tools do you have available and what's your experience in woodwoorking?



hambone
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1/02/2002
03:36:11

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i think just buying the mtx thunderform loaded would be alot easier and you can get the thing loaded for 300 bucks from hifisoundconnection on ebay. not only is all the work done for you, the subs come with it, it's totally reversable, (in case you trade in the truck), and it looks effin' sweeet. sounds even better. most people on this board would vouch for that.



dakotaspd11
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1/02/2002
17:10:33

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i have adequate woodworking skills. I also have a couple friends that have more woodworking experience and are willing to help me. I have most necessary tools, like saws and power tools as needed.

I didnt know if the thunderform would fit in a reg cab. I knew they came for the ex cab but thats all.



hambone
Dodge Dakota


1/02/2002
18:25:27

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oh yeah. DOI



bigdakota87
Dodge Dakota


1/02/2002
22:20:40

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i bought my boxes for my 87 dak. The dims. are WxHxD1xD2- 18"x16"8"x3". I am 6'3" 350. I have adeqaute space for leg room and everything. They fit perfectly and no probs. oh, i also have 2 10"s. The ysound good too. They're Pioneer IMPP VCCS.



xplikt
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1/04/2002
10:05:48

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There's a bunch of back posts of listings on the types of good drivers for regular cabs if you do a search, but if you have the woodworking skill and the tools, I say go for it and make it!

The cost for HDF is like $15 for a 4'x8' 3/4" sheet, and that's my local store -- they gouge me too.

#8 Screws - a couple bucks for a box

Liquid Nails/100% Silicone sealant - a coulple toobs at a couple bucks a piece.

It's really not that expensive at all, you /should/ be able to build a box for not more than 25-30 dollars depending on what materials you used. It really helps if you have a sabre saw/scroll saw and a table saw in particular. They aren't needed, but they will cut down the time in construction considerably. I've made boxes with regular saws before that came out fine too BTW, so it isn't needed, but helpful.

Most enclosures for regular cab applications use sealed type of boxes, so design is real easy. Just use the manuf. specs.

If you want to carpet it, it's around $10-15 for carpet, 5 for the spray glue and a couple bucks for a bunch of razors.

BUILD IT!



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