Pics of amp installations?

[Mark787B]

I'm looking for a stealth amp installation location, one of the best locations being under the seat of the second row, drivers side IMO though I would have to forego the storage bin. Any other ideas or pics?

 

[bootman]

I'm looking for a stealth amp installation location, one of the best locations being under the seat of the second row, drivers side IMO though I would have to forego the storage bin. Any other ideas or pics?

I plan on installing a Blaupunk THA 475 PnP in the storage bin.
Fits perfectly and I can also put in a 12V fan on the cover if needed.
Another place it in the tools tray that covers the spare.
Remove the tray and install a piece of plywood underneath.
Paint it black and varnish and it will make a nice place to mount an amp.
A small amp will also fit in the glove compartment in the back on the shelf.

 

[Mark787B]

many thanks. I just measured the bin in the second row seat and my Arc amp will fit it nicely. My only concern is keeping the amp cool...

 

[bootman]

I'll post a few pics of my install.
Might give you some ideas.

http://s374.photobucket.com/albums/oo181/bootman_photos/Mazda 5 audio install/

Nothing too crazy since I'm not a base head and mostly listen to classic rock.(cheers)

 

[Mark787B]

Bootman-- many thanks! I'll be installing Alpine SPX Pros though the SRs from Polk were on my list- very nice. I'm not into bass much either and will probably forego a sub altogether, I'm interested in stealth.

 

[bootman]

Bootman-- many thanks! I'll be installing Alpine SPX Pros though the SRs from Polk were on my list- very nice. I'm not into bass much either and will probably forego a sub altogether, I'm interested in stealth.

Even though the 6500 "fit" it was very tight.
(very slight bulge on the door panel but not visible from inside)
If I were to do it again, I would go with the SR5250.
Also, if you chose to mount the crossovers in the same place do not use screws longer than 1" or you might hit the glass!

For the tweeters, I bought some Mazda trim panels without the tweeter cutouts and cut my own holes for the SR tweeter.
The stock one was too small to use without ruining it anyway.

Next upgrade will be dynamat for the front doors.
I didn't do it now because its too cold yet outside for a good seal.

 

[Mark787B]

Good tip about the extra tweeter mounts; ideally I think I'd mount the tweets a little lower but I'm not interested in hacking the doors.

I've got a few sheets of sound deadener though I've been adding most of mine to the back. Between that stuff, some additional foam behind the plastic side panels and some batting, I think I'll kill most of the noise that my ears detect....

 

[JonnyTheJet]

For the tweeters, I bought some Mazda trim panels without the tweeter

Where did you get the mazda trim panels?

 

[wmzda5]

I saw one on sale on ebay onetime. I think last week

 

[HaGiBiZ]

What do you think of this guys?

http://www.crutchfield.ca/Kenwood_KSC_SW10_150W_Compact_Powered_Subwoofer_p/113kscsw10.htm

 

[bootman]

What do you think of this guys?

http://www.crutchfield.ca/Kenwood_KSC_SW10_150W_Compact_Powered_Subwoofer_p/113kscsw10.htm

The infinity basslink is a much better performer for about the same price.

 

[remarquian]

The infinity basslink is a much better performer for about the same price.

but it ain't fitting under the front passenger seat.