JL AUDIO STEALTH BOX

Yes , also if you get it ,don’t beat on it when brand new . It sort of breaks in and gets better over time, I agree it’s pricy but I like it a lot, and it’s clean .

 

I powered all speakers with JL Rd900/5 channel amp, fits perfectly under drivers seat, so about 500 watts to sub.

 

That’s fine power wise
300- 400 ish watts is the sweet spot.

 

Not to poop on on your comment about break in, that's a myth at least for this particular sub, break in is usually for really tight subs that are usually competition type systems. JL says ther is no break period for this sub, I was always told back in the day about break in also but these days not so much.

 

All good
Old ways die hard lol

 

It is also your own preference if you choose to do a break in, but not necessary

 

Yea things are different in this day and age apparently.

 

Welcome to the New World...lol.

 

Check out the Skar audio box for $250.

https://www.skaraudio.com/products/...-double-cab-L-VS-1X10TOY-TACOM-2016-UP-DBLCAB

Or this ported 8" from Rockford Fosgate for $279. It hits a lot bigger than its size and fits in the plastic cubby.

https://www.crutchfield.com/p_575P3008P/Rockford-Fosgate-P300-8P.html

 

That Skar looks good. I already have a 5 channel RF amp installed that's looking for a better sub.

 

I was gonna try Skar and it does fit like Stealth box, but you get what you pay for, not sure about the longevity at that price point, it is stable down to1ohm, I've read mixed reviews but hey if it gives you what you want go fot it, no hate, let us know how well it works if you go that way

 

How does the JL fit? Any trimming required to the back of the seat? Reviews on the Skar make it sound like it will be needed.

 

Some 8s hit ok but your not gonna get the 10inch depth if that's what your going for, again preference and budget may come in to play, good luck on whatever you choose.

 

JL fit like a glove,only thing is trimming a 1/2 inch piece of plastic in cubby area that will allow it to sit down flush in the drop in area of back seat, no other modifications at all, probably a five minute trim job, simple, yes a blade or dremel.

 

Just need to trim the inner plastic tabs on the cubby. A razor blade works fine. It's a very snug fit.

I wouldn't knock the Skar box. It didn't exist when I bought the JL or I probably would have tried it. That said, JL subs are known for quality. The quality of the terminals on the JL Stealthbox don't reflect the price, but they'll get the job done.

 

Back of seat has plenty of room to close without touching behind seat folded up, looks like factory install.

 

Definitely not knocking the Skar if your. on a budget, if it blows you can still get another one or 2 for the cost of the JL

 

Or get the box and put a different sub in it is always an option

 

Been running mine for 6.5 years with a 500w JL amp and absolutely love it. That sub punches way above its weight and sounds fantastic.

 

Nice setup, my amp is under drivers seat, any issues with seat hitting amp? Is that the rd900/5 JL?