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Old Dec 6, 2013 | 09:59 AM
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Aftermarket Subwoofer set-up (trunk)

I have a 2011 GT with the base stereo.

From the prior car I owned I have a Rockford/Fosgate Mono D AMP and two 12" Polk Audio Subs. Was an unreal setup in the prior vehicle.. It's why I kept the components... The box the Subs were in is gone as it was BIG and fit in the back of an SUV, but I did save the subs and the AMP.

Old box with Subs still in them...


I was thinking of getting a single box for the two 12's but that would take away the pass thru in the trunk and limit space.

Instead I'm thinking of getting a boxed 10" sub for the back right corner of the Trunk and using the amp plus new front speakers.

I've seen a SALEEN 12" side box once but I don't think they're available for purchase (stand alone part). I like the idea of using the back corners instead of eliminating central space or the pass thru..

What have you people done???

Appreciate the thoughts.

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Old Dec 6, 2013 | 10:10 AM
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MTX Thunderform FMUST05D12A









JL Audio Stealthbox:






Both will take a 12" speaker.

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Old Dec 6, 2013 | 10:14 AM
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Perfect if I could get just the BOX.... I think that is a AMP BOX SUB assembly.
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Old Dec 6, 2013 | 10:19 AM
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Originally Posted by SVS
Perfect if I could get just the BOX.... I think that is a AMP BOX SUB assembly.
The MTX can definitely be bought as box only. It's what I bought for my car.

Not sure about the JL Audio though.
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Old Dec 6, 2013 | 10:31 AM
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Originally Posted by Moustang
The MTX can definitely be bought as box only. It's what I bought for my car.

Not sure about the JL Audio though.

Do you have a source on where you purchased?


I called Crutchfield on that JL Box and the guy said it's a 13.5 Sub and Box assembly. Also said it's for a 2010... The picture shows a 2011 or later..

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Old Dec 6, 2013 | 12:18 PM
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I'm digging the JL Audio stealthbox. I am looking for a low profile box that won't take up much room and the trunk, and that is **** near perfect.
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Old Dec 7, 2013 | 08:12 PM
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Originally Posted by SVS
Do you have a source on where you purchased?

http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_...-Unloaded.html


They advertize working on 2005-2009, but I can confirm it works on 2010 and up as well. The one thing I would suggest is to make a small braket for the top. It's only held down by 2 screws on the bottom and wiggles without a top bracket. I just used a small, flat piece of sheet metal, bent it, and drilled holes in it so I could mount it to the top of the box and the chassis. Works great.
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Old Dec 10, 2013 | 10:52 PM
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Is the MTX box a plastic, fiberglass or mdf box?
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Old Dec 11, 2013 | 06:49 AM
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$300 is insane just for a box

Is there a cheaper solution
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Old Dec 11, 2013 | 10:42 AM
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Originally Posted by Rando
$300 is insane just for a box

Is there a cheaper solution
After reading this thread I started looking around and it looks like Ebay is full of 80 dollar single 12" boxes.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/2005-2013-FORD-MUSTANG-CUSTOM-STEREO-SINGLE-12-SUB-BOX-SUBWOOFER-ENCLOSURE-NEW-/310795017173?pt=US_Speaker_Sub_Enclosures&hash=item485cd39bd5&vxp=mtr
I don't know how well they fit though.
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Old Dec 12, 2013 | 01:15 PM
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Originally Posted by SVS
Do you have a source on where you purchased?


I called Crutchfield on that JL Box and the guy said it's a 13.5 Sub and Box assembly. Also said it's for a 2010... The picture shows a 2011 or later..
There was no change to the trunk area for 2011+
If it says it fits a 2010, it will fit in 2010-2014 models.
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Old Dec 12, 2013 | 06:32 PM
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Originally Posted by Fosters
After reading this thread I started looking around and it looks like Ebay is full of 80 dollar single 12" boxes.

2005 2013 Ford Mustang Custom Stereo Single 12" Sub Box Subwoofer Enclosure New | eBay

I don't know how well they fit though.
Anyone know where in the trunk that would go? Corner?
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Old Dec 12, 2013 | 06:39 PM
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Originally Posted by SVS
Anyone know where in the trunk that would go? Corner?
According to the website...Enclosure installs in trunk corner on the passenger side
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Old Dec 12, 2013 | 09:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Scrape
According to the website...Enclosure installs in trunk corner on the passenger side
Thanks. I'm gunna get that from Santa will post back pics
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Old Dec 19, 2014 | 09:12 AM
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I never posted back on this and here is the enclosure installed with the Sub....
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Old Dec 19, 2014 | 08:47 PM
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This is what installed in my 2011 mustang.

http://www.zenclosures.com/2011-2014...stangtype1.htm

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Old Dec 19, 2014 | 09:32 PM
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Nice, I also added speakers and need a separate amp or powered Head Unit next..

I can barely turn up the gain on the sub, after I power up the speakers it'll balance out and sound outstanding... Pretty good right now, love a good sound system.
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Old Dec 23, 2014 | 11:54 AM
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Originally Posted by amplifier28
This is what installed in my 2011 mustang.

http://www.zenclosures.com/2011-2014...stangtype1.htm
Do you like it? Have any pics? I am about to pull the trigger on this one but was curious how fit, finish, ect. was
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