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  1. Bloomy316

    need help asap

    It sounds as though you may have an amp problem. I doubt that every one of your speakers suddenly took a crap. You don't mention what kind of amp it is, but even if it's a 1200 watt mono sub amp, it absolutely will not hurt any speaker hooked up to it for a test at a low volume level. Is...
  2. Bloomy316

    New to Sound Systems- Need advice on how to get started

    All subs have a specific configuration(box type, size, etc.) that will make it perform at its best. Any deviation from that will cause that performance to suffer to some degree. It is possible to go to extremes that would damage your subs, but you would have to go completely stupid for that to...
  3. Bloomy316

    New to Sound Systems- Need advice on how to get started

    Thundermouse, You are on the right path, by asking questions first instead of later. My advice is to PLAN, PLAN, PLAN. Buy equipment that you like that fits your needs and budget, and works together. For example, don't buy an amp and subs and then find out later that the amp isn't suitable to...
  4. Bloomy316

    Which sub do you think?

    Tiresmokn, Boy did you open a can of worms! When you ask a question about sub preference everything goes to hell. But joking aside, IMHO Sony and audiobahn shouldn't be mentioned in the same sentence with RF. However, when it comes to subs, correct amplification and installation are crucial. Buy...
  5. Bloomy316

    e cam idle

    i have the ecam and it is very very niticable on my toy, im not sure why maybe the way i have the carb set has something to do with the major lope i have
  6. Bloomy316

    Speaker gurus come in

    A couple of problems occur when replacing stock speakers with aftermarket and powering with only a head unit. Especially if you push your HU hard. In other words, if you "like it loud". And if you don't like it loud, you are unusual. First of all, HU amps are not suited for high volume use. A HU...
  7. Bloomy316

    newbie sound system help

    It sounds as though someone ditched the Mach 460 system, or part of it, for an aftermarket system and then removed that equipment when they were preparing to sell the car. I wouldn't recommend the Mach 460 over a nice quality aftermarket set-up, but that's your call.
  8. Bloomy316

    amp suggestions

    Well, if you want to just quit lookin' around and go ahead and get the best(IMO) go to http://www.linearpower.com and look at their TO3 Series. You can buy direct for 40% off MSRP. They've been around and they will never compromise anything to try to appeal to the masses. Check out the...
  9. Bloomy316

    amp suggestions

    What is your price range? And why are you looking for an inexpensive amp to use with quality subs like JL? Match the quality of your amp with the quality of your subs. You won't be sorry. A chain is only as strong as it's weakest link, if you get my drift.
  10. Bloomy316

    Bat. drains quickly with system on and car off?

    A stock type of battery and alternator in a 1966 classic is great for very basic "1966" audio systems, but not for what you describe. If you want to provide adequate voltage to your system with the engine off, then you need a more ample battery. And with the engine running you MAY need a...
  11. Bloomy316

    Pick an amp, any amp...

  12. Bloomy316

    Pick an amp, any amp...

    This is a quicky explanation. An amplifier is nothing but a piece of electronic equipment and will be designed with certain capabilities or limits, and will work at it's optimum within those limits. One of those limits to be considered is the resistance that your speakers present to the current...
  13. Bloomy316

    Best Coaxials

    Coaxial or triaxial or even quadraxial speakers are speakers of convenience and ease of installation. They appeal to the masses who just want a drop in replacement that is better than stock. In some I've heard that doesn't always happen. In general, they have very poor crossover components for...
  14. Bloomy316

    sealed boxes

    If you are describing open gaps where your panels come together, you definitely have a problem. You may as well have $29 subs in there because your Alpines are not working anywhere near their optimum. Are the panels not cut squarely? I think I would regroup and build another box. You can try to...
  15. Bloomy316

    Motor Done, now wanna know how much i got...

    ive had the motor done a while but havent ran it yet, just wanting some help on what you guys think ill run? Heres what i have... 93 block w/stock pistons windsor jr 180 heads fms e cam edelbrock performer rpm air gap intake holley 650 dbl pumper harland sharp 1.6 roller rockers mac...
  16. Bloomy316

    Which hits harder/better, two 10's or one 12?

    Mike, Your question is difficult to answer because there are literally thousands of possible combinations of amps and subs. My advice is to decide what you want from your system, figure your budget constraints, space constraints, and shop, shop, shop and listen, listen, listen. There is no magic...
  17. Bloomy316

    how to wire sub? HELP A STANGER

    Go to http://www.jlaudio.com/tutorials
  18. Bloomy316

    Factory Speaker Questions

    If you intend to stay with just the Sony HU and not use any separate amplifiers, then I would recommend using a quality 5x7/6x8 like Alpine, JLAudio, MBQuart or Kicker. http://www.infinitecaraudio.com has the Kicker K57.2 for $129, MSRP $250. Stay away from the cheap 2 or 3-ways. They are...
  19. Bloomy316

    Sub Wiring help

    Yes, you should be O.K. 4 channel amps are normally not ideal for sub use, but in this case everything is a reasonable match. Does the amp have appropiate low pass filter for sub use on both front and rear?
  20. Bloomy316

    Subs & Amp -- What to buy?

    damacman, I participate in several forums such as this and it's amusing the way it seems to be "in" at a given time to bash certain equipment, while others are popular. Of course, this isn't always wrong. Some products need bashing, while others are quite good bargains. But I've never been able...
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