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Old Jan 15, 2002 | 09:24 PM
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I am considering upgrading the sound system in my 2002 RX and would be interested in what other owners have done. Also what hasn't worked to your expectations.

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Old Feb 9, 2002 | 05:46 AM
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Check some other threads. I just put an amp in with a box. Much better than the stock sub which was pretty weak.
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Old Feb 10, 2002 | 04:57 AM
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I was thinking about somehow mounting some more speakers on the rear pillars or across the top rear. Might have to design it myself.
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Old Feb 15, 2002 | 11:18 AM
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I put 2- 8 inch RF Punch Z subs in the cargo area

i had a custom box built on each side, right behind the wheelwells
looks good, and sounds good
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Old Feb 15, 2002 | 02:42 PM
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Originally posted by djjakesh
I put 2- 8 inch RF Punch Z subs in the cargo area

i had a custom box built on each side, right behind the wheelwells
looks good, and sounds good
djjakesh, I plan on doing almost exactly what you've done...eventually. I've even talked with my local car audio shop about it. I wanted to put a 12" sub on the passenger side behind the wheelwell. Do you have any pics of your install?

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Old Feb 15, 2002 | 03:51 PM
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Check out these photos....
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Old Feb 15, 2002 | 03:54 PM
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Old Feb 15, 2002 | 03:57 PM
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Old Feb 15, 2002 | 04:55 PM
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Originally posted by sleepybobcat
Check out these photos....
Yeah, I remember seeing those. Now, that is one nice, clean, not-overdone install. Unfortunantly you can no longer get the full use of the cargo area with the seats folded down, but still...it's awesome!
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Old Feb 15, 2002 | 05:14 PM
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According to the installer, the whole subwoofer/amp section
can be lifted up and disconnected easily. Note the latches
on the left and right?

It you need cargo space, just lift it up and place it sideways
and fold the rear seats.
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Old Feb 15, 2002 | 05:21 PM
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Well, bust my buttons, that's the coolest thing since sliced bread! Who is the installer, or owner? It being removeable really makes it that much more impressive of a design.

-Nick
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Old Feb 17, 2002 | 08:44 PM
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Default Re: What I did

Originally posted by djjakesh
I put 2- 8 inch RF Punch Z subs in the cargo area

i had a custom box built on each side, right behind the wheelwells
looks good, and sounds good
Yah please post some pics.
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Old Feb 17, 2002 | 08:49 PM
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Yeah, it is a very clean setup... I like it. Not like mine... I have a mess back there now...
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