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Old 09-14-2006, 03:01 PM
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Installing a 10" stealthbox after factory Monsoon sail panels crapped out, was wondering where everyone has their amp located. Is is best to use the stealthbox itself for the amp as well?
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A small amp will sit on the driver's side cubby hole fairly well. A larger amp looks good and is fairly hidden mounted on the back vertical wall below the courtesy light/hatch assembly.

Neither location is particularly good for show but they both hide the amp from passers-by well, look clean,and don't interfere with any function.
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I have mine mounted in the center of the vertical wall underneath the hatch, looks good IMO
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When mounting it under the hatch release, are there any obstacles that might get in the way (i.e. "don't drill through X). I have a slightly larger amp (an MTX that used to be in my WRX) than the stock Monsoon amp that I removed, and as long as I'm clear I'd love to mount it under the hatch release...
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I have mine mounted to the rear wall of the hatch. This is a very nice location. I have pics in the sig.
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Originally Posted by Blacker
I have mine mounted to the rear wall of the hatch. This is a very nice location. I have pics in the sig.
That is where my 3 JL amps will be but on a rack attached to the rear hatch wall.
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Are the Tweeter Pods still available? If so, plz PM me with the info on where to pick these up

Thanx
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I bought these from Kevin (SShevy) and he is on fbodyaudio.com. I am not sure if he is still making them but, it never hurts to ask.
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Hey, if you want to spend a few bucks you can get one of these Amp Rack you can also get a good deal on a package consisting of an amp rack, driver and passenger side stealthboxes.

-Philip
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That is where I got my rack and 2 stealth boxes but they are not a sponsor so I won't mention them
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mines mounted on the floor in the rear. threw some blk carpet over it. recently got my system stolen.




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