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91' 300e // 99 300e TD // 00' ML55 AMG
i got u all beat!
https://mbworld.org/forums/c36-amg-c43-amg-w202/133078-pics-pics-pics.html ---Car
https://mbworld.org/forums/c36-amg-c43-amg-w202/132475-navi.html ---navi
https://mbworld.org/forums/c36-amg-c43-amg-w202/132278-tv-subs.html ---Audio!
E-320 (r.i.p.)
https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w124/122900-warning-graphic-pictures-benz-death.html --- Crashed!
https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w124/119164-audio-update.html --- Audio!
https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w124/113882-new-subwoofers-pics.html --- More Audio!
https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w124/115215-fresh-paint.html --- My baby!
https://mbworld.org/forums/c36-amg-c43-amg-w202/133078-pics-pics-pics.html ---Car
https://mbworld.org/forums/c36-amg-c43-amg-w202/132475-navi.html ---navi
https://mbworld.org/forums/c36-amg-c43-amg-w202/132278-tv-subs.html ---Audio!
E-320 (r.i.p.)
https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w124/122900-warning-graphic-pictures-benz-death.html --- Crashed!
https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w124/119164-audio-update.html --- Audio!
https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w124/113882-new-subwoofers-pics.html --- More Audio!
https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w124/115215-fresh-paint.html --- My baby!
#27
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Originally Posted by LnkPrkSoldier
Very nice Denim. How much did the custom work cost?
a few more pix:
here is most of the wire from the previous install
![](https://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/slacker543212/DSCF0512Small.jpg)
and here is a shot of me in the middle of getting the 8004 wired up
![](https://img.photobucket.com/albums/v357/slacker543212/DSCF0519Small.jpg)
as you can see this is no where near show ready, but I hope to get it there before summer
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1992 300CE AMG Hammer Replica, 2004 C240, 2015 ML350
Are you running a dual battery setup? if so, which isolator are you using?
I have been contemplating running dual batteries on myc ar but I am just unsure about which isolator to use. there are tons of universal ones, but I have seen some that are recommended for use with bosch alternators.
Looks like it is going to come out nice.
Are you doing any kind of custom sub enclosure or just a basic box? Ar eyou making the box yourself or having it made? is it going ot be custom glassed?
The door panels look like they are coming out nice.
Alon
I have been contemplating running dual batteries on myc ar but I am just unsure about which isolator to use. there are tons of universal ones, but I have seen some that are recommended for use with bosch alternators.
Looks like it is going to come out nice.
Are you doing any kind of custom sub enclosure or just a basic box? Ar eyou making the box yourself or having it made? is it going ot be custom glassed?
The door panels look like they are coming out nice.
Alon
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Update:
I just picked up an Alpine 10" SBS-D102V Dual Subwoofer With Vented Box.
![](http://www.alpine-usa.com/images/products/images/sbs-d102v.jpg)
http://www.alpine-usa.com/en/product...odel=SBS-D102V
FEATURES
• 1800 W Peak
• 600 W RMS
• All MDF Construction
• High Output Slot Vented Design
• Dual Temrinal Cup
• Woofer Grills Included
Anyways - Is this a good system? I got a really good deal on it for $200 when MSRP is $430.
Also - Will I have any problems powering all of this with the battery and alternater?
I just picked up an Alpine 10" SBS-D102V Dual Subwoofer With Vented Box.
![](http://www.alpine-usa.com/images/products/images/sbs-d102v.jpg)
http://www.alpine-usa.com/en/product...odel=SBS-D102V
FEATURES
• 1800 W Peak
• 600 W RMS
• All MDF Construction
• High Output Slot Vented Design
• Dual Temrinal Cup
• Woofer Grills Included
Anyways - Is this a good system? I got a really good deal on it for $200 when MSRP is $430.
Also - Will I have any problems powering all of this with the battery and alternater?
Last edited by CDP; 01-30-2006 at 07:03 PM.
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nice to see that you've finally decided on a pair of subs, well i got your email and ill have to take some more recent pictures and put them up to show everybody how mediocre my setup is but its all about whether your happy with what you have and how much you paid for it. hope everything works out for you chris
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LOL. Damn - Finally I see you around.
What else have you added? Last time I know you added was the subs and when are you going to drop your car lol?
What else have you added? Last time I know you added was the subs and when are you going to drop your car lol?
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well when i first got the subs i had the bandpass box, but i switched it out to an enclosed one. to me it seems as if it does hit harder with an enclosed box but i think it all depends on whether your subs are built for the free air or not.
other than that, nothing has changed, still have the kenwood headunit with the ipod aux and have gotten too lazy to change all the front and rear speakers cuz it still sounds decent.
as for my suspension...hahaha well i need some extra money first because its kind of a lot of money and im not sure if i want to invest in that just yet....
other than that, nothing has changed, still have the kenwood headunit with the ipod aux and have gotten too lazy to change all the front and rear speakers cuz it still sounds decent.
as for my suspension...hahaha well i need some extra money first because its kind of a lot of money and im not sure if i want to invest in that just yet....
#35
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Originally Posted by ashman
Are you running a dual battery setup? if so, which isolator are you using?
I have been contemplating running dual batteries on myc ar but I am just unsure about which isolator to use. there are tons of universal ones, but I have seen some that are recommended for use with bosch alternators.
Looks like it is going to come out nice.
Are you doing any kind of custom sub enclosure or just a basic box? Ar eyou making the box yourself or having it made? is it going ot be custom glassed?
The door panels look like they are coming out nice.
Alon
I have been contemplating running dual batteries on myc ar but I am just unsure about which isolator to use. there are tons of universal ones, but I have seen some that are recommended for use with bosch alternators.
Looks like it is going to come out nice.
Are you doing any kind of custom sub enclosure or just a basic box? Ar eyou making the box yourself or having it made? is it going ot be custom glassed?
The door panels look like they are coming out nice.
Alon
I have built many boxes, I do have a straight forward 2.0 cube ported box tuned box for a SoundSplinter RL-p 12D2, but it would be more attractive if there was a custom fiberglass box, even if it was just a glass face, I dont have the experience with glass that I wish I did, the issue I worry about with doing an attached in glass box is that if I blow a tire I am unable to get to my spare, unless I do an expensive motorized panel and go small sealed, and I need to run a larger ported box to keep a level output with the strength of my mids and highs
the pods are very nice, but I have so much tuning to do, and with the size of the mid-bass' I have to pull my seat back a tad as to not have pressure put up against the side of my seat,
with that amp this set up has the potential to get awful loud, which is not what I am after, it just worked out that way.
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1992 300CE AMG Hammer Replica, 2004 C240, 2015 ML350
with my setup, it can get super loud but sounds clean at any volume...
But I am also redoing it all, but utilizing mostly factory locations and changing what sound comes from where.. Only because I can.![Smilie](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
I am not going to do any custom glassing or any of that, just some good old fashiond wood work on the rear deck for the 6.5" subs to reside.![Smilie](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
I'd like to know what model isolator you have if you come across it by chance... I am planning on a dual battery setup, but I am planning on going with those special half size batteries that still have the same power and capacity.
But I am also redoing it all, but utilizing mostly factory locations and changing what sound comes from where.. Only because I can.
![Smilie](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
I am not going to do any custom glassing or any of that, just some good old fashiond wood work on the rear deck for the 6.5" subs to reside.
![Smilie](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
I'd like to know what model isolator you have if you come across it by chance... I am planning on a dual battery setup, but I am planning on going with those special half size batteries that still have the same power and capacity.
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Once the Becker started flaking out I changed to an Alpine (their next to top of the line) that has AM FM CD XM iPod which covers everything I could need. I use the stock speakers that came in the Sportline which had subwoofers stock in the front doors and the sound is more than fine.
And by the way Smokie, even though it is camy, I can see your phone.
Also danger, old guy warning regarding big stereo: I just got my hearing checked (part of my 50th birthday hazing) and it is down about 25% due mainly to...you guessed it, loud music. Fourth row at the Stones concert,etc had its payback so just pay attention to the bass. Really. REALLY.
And by the way Smokie, even though it is camy, I can see your phone.
Also danger, old guy warning regarding big stereo: I just got my hearing checked (part of my 50th birthday hazing) and it is down about 25% due mainly to...you guessed it, loud music. Fourth row at the Stones concert,etc had its payback so just pay attention to the bass. Really. REALLY.
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94, E320
The same ashman,
low volume and as am driving the volume goes up as the speed lllooolll,
I have a pioneer stereo and just bought a pioneer CD- changer but still didn't connect it, pics comming later.![thumbs](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/thumbsup.gif)
denim, liked ur rims and lowered car. looks cool
low volume and as am driving the volume goes up as the speed lllooolll,
I have a pioneer stereo and just bought a pioneer CD- changer but still didn't connect it, pics comming later.
![thumbs](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/thumbsup.gif)
denim, liked ur rims and lowered car. looks cool
![thumbs](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/thumbsup.gif)
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Hey Guys,
I got rid of my 1200W amp and got this since I got a really good deal on it.
MTX THUNDER TA7402 600 WATT RMS 2 CH 7402 A/B AMPLIFIER
http://cgi.ebay.com/MTX-THUNDER-TA74...QQcmdZViewItem
is this a good amp anyone?
Anyways - Finally got my Alpine sub's today. Here's what they look like and a preview shot of what they will look like once in my car. Everything will be installed by the end of this week.
I got rid of my 1200W amp and got this since I got a really good deal on it.
MTX THUNDER TA7402 600 WATT RMS 2 CH 7402 A/B AMPLIFIER
http://cgi.ebay.com/MTX-THUNDER-TA74...QQcmdZViewItem
is this a good amp anyone?
Anyways - Finally got my Alpine sub's today. Here's what they look like and a preview shot of what they will look like once in my car. Everything will be installed by the end of this week.
![](http://img205.imageshack.us/img205/641/dsc07547small3cc.jpg)
![](http://img205.imageshack.us/img205/9554/dsc07549small9pb.jpg)
![](http://img205.imageshack.us/img205/7932/dsc07546small4nx.jpg)
Last edited by CDP; 02-06-2006 at 10:19 PM.
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Originally Posted by Makahveli
Too pricey but it'll work. Whats the power ratings of the subs, and are they DVC? Did you look into a class d mono amp?
I got a really good deal on the MTX Amp. Like ... An unbelieveable deal that would make one think - "how the hell did he get it for so cheap?!?" kind.
I've looked into mono amp's and etc but this is such a good deal that I couldn't pass it up. If anything, I'll switch over to something else in the future. I was planning to go with an Infinity Reference 1200W amp but changed my mind.
The subs are capable of 600W RMS and 1800W Peak and yes it's Dual Voice Coil.
I'm shooting for everything to be installed by the end of this weekend. Stay tuned.
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alright chris, so heres just some updated pic
before with bandpass
after enclosed
and headunit w/ipod aux
its a pretty cheap setup:
kenwood headunit - 50
2 12" kenwood tornado sub - 80
JL 500/1 amp - free (bro had 2 gave me 1)
before with bandpass
![](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v379/melville370/Mercedes%20Benz/DSC00759.jpg)
after enclosed
![](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v379/melville370/Mercedes%20Benz/ResizeofResizeofDSC00789.jpg)
![](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v379/melville370/Mercedes%20Benz/ResizeofResizeofDSC00793.jpg)
and headunit w/ipod aux
![](http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v379/melville370/Mercedes%20Benz/ResizeofResizeofDSC00785.jpg)
its a pretty cheap setup:
kenwood headunit - 50
2 12" kenwood tornado sub - 80
JL 500/1 amp - free (bro had 2 gave me 1)
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Originally Posted by Brunelleschi
it looks like i need to put together a little write-up on my system to show you boys how it is really done ![Wink](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/wink.gif)
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I think you should show the other W124'er.
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