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Old 10-04-04, 08:15 PM
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Smile Started fiberglassing today for my sub!!!

I put a layer of mat down and then a layer of cloth, and at that point it was strong enough for me to rip out of the trunk and to work on it outside. Its going well so far. In the morning I am going to sand things down some and post pics for you guys!!!
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Here I already have 2 layers of fiberglass on, and have it sanded down. This stuff really isnt hard to work with, you just have to work with it FAST! I wanted to get it out of the trunk to work on it alone ASAP, because it will be much easier that way. I did have some air bubbles and some spots didnt get enough of the resin on them, but nothing that cant be fixed. From here it should be easy sailing.

I just cant decide if I want to fiberglass the rest or try and use a wood front. The wood would be cheaper, but harder to do I think.
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Looking good man - keep us updated with pics and progress. Will be interested to see how it looks when it is finished.

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keep up the good work and post more pics...hehe

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Will do!

Im really leaning towards fiberglassing the rest, since it will be a lot more difficult to try and use wood on the front. Its just another $40 in supplies to do it
Old 10-06-04, 02:25 PM
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Did you check out PerryinLA's thread on his fiberglass sub woofer enclosure? Looked very similiar to your's and if you're running into hurdles read up on his post, perhaps it can help you a bit. Good luck!
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Looks good, but could you just describe in detail how its gonna look? I cant quite picture it

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Aerostar, check out http://web.njit.edu/~cas1383/proj/Glassing2/index.htm
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Thats gonna be sick
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I know
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If this comes out good, I will be VERY tempted to do this. What hardware you goin with?

Best of luck to you
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JL Audio 12" W6v2

Its gonna sound sick!!!!
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i need to do this, i just dont have that kind of skill with fiberglass though. i cant wait to see final pics, that looks awsome and oh so inspiring
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Just go for it!!!

I had NO prior experience working with fiberglass before starting this project. It really isnt all that difficult if you take some time to learn things online and prepare properly.


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