Sargegreen22
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I’m kicking around the idea of upgrading the factory sub enclosure with a JL sub and amp. Anyone tried this?
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Has anyone upgraded the subwoofer in the factory box?
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Thanks! I did see your thread. I haven’t completely ruled that option out. If I used one of those kickers I would probably mount it where the factory one was.
Im thinking the factory box with a better sub and amp should out perform the kicker hs10 but I might be wrong.
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I wouldn't do that. Subs have specific requirements to work correctly and not fail. Also the factory enclosure is plastic and limited to the low power amp the Alpine "upgrade" offers.
Probably way more than you want to do, but something to ponder long term:
https://www.jeepgladiatorforum.com/...sub-amp-install-audio-control-lc5-1300.63078/
The Audio Control amp is a great way to go with the factory head units and can stay if you were to change out that as well.
Probably way more than you want to do, but something to ponder long term:
https://www.jeepgladiatorforum.com/...sub-amp-install-audio-control-lc5-1300.63078/
The Audio Control amp is a great way to go with the factory head units and can stay if you were to change out that as well.
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That’s an awesome build! I had not seen that one before. Whatever I come up with will need to fit behind the factory plastic piece. I would like to still retain the oem appearance. As far as the oem box you are right it is flimsy. If I end up using it im going to cut it in two pieces then fiberglass reinforce the inside. Put it back together then fiberglass the sides. Whatever internal air space Is left I will match up to the sub.
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