Tuning type r’s?
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Printed Date: May 04, 2024 at 9:17 AM
Topic: Tuning type r’s?
Posted By: solid steel
Subject: Tuning type r’s?
Date Posted: August 02, 2016 at 7:04 PM
hey guys honestly im disapointed in my system just doesnt hit hard like it would in a car..and im not 100% sure its going its full capabilities in my extended cab truck.
03 silverado ext cab..
running 4 runs for 4 guage (wasa noob when i did it)
tspec rca cables
deck - kenwood excelon kdc x597 4volt preouts sub level 0 can do -15 to +15..loudness off..bassboost off..bass+2 mid+2 treb 0
Planet Audio AC5000.1 running to 2 12" type r's (500rms each) wired to 1 oohm ..remote bass knob 100% up
6.5 type r components on db drive 400.2 amp
doodiety pyle 4x6 on doodiety no name amp for rears..
sub amp tuned with 40hz -10db tone...using monster aux cord
sub box is an atrend sealed 12" box..with 3/4" spacer to fit type r's in.. ported to 35hz each chamber is 1 cubic foot.. they are downfire boxs..
what am i doing wrong i used an o scope (dso nano) to set my gains..the port made it his a little harder but its still crap..
help!!!!!
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Posted By: lurch228
Date Posted: August 02, 2016 at 11:24 PM
Neglected to say at what point you are crossing off the subs with the LPF.
Also make sure the subs aren't hitting the floor (carpet) at full excursion (out travel).
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