33 engineering sub box in a tj

NY JeeP · 12-26-2006, 10:47 PM

anyone run a 33 engineering sub box that goes in the rear seat. Was considering to get subs but wasnt crazy about taking up more space until I saw this and wanted to know what headaches or happiness came with it. THANKS

Fritz R. · 12-27-2006, 09:17 AM

I don't know about that one, but Sirgcal has some really nice plans for an in seat sub if you don't mind making your own. I built one for my TJ and it works great. Heres a link. http://www.sirgcal.com/ click on jeep projects.

And of course a picture.

spyderbyte · 12-27-2006, 12:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fritz R.

I don't know about that one, but Sirgcal has some really nice plans for an in seat sub if you don't mind making your own. I built one for my TJ and it works great. Heres a link. http://www.sirgcal.com/ click on jeep projects.

x2

Spyderbyte

NY JeeP · 12-27-2006, 04:37 PM

looks sweet...where did you guys stick the amp?

spyderbyte · 12-27-2006, 05:21 PM

Mine's in the center console, where the stock sub/amp combination used to be. The stock grating seems to be providing plenty of airflow, and the amp is very well protected from occasional rain/prying eyes.

You have to look very carefully at my Jeep to see any wires or other signs of upgrade.

Spyderbyte

Fritz R. · 12-28-2006, 09:05 AM

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Originally Posted by NY JeeP

looks sweet...where did you guys stick the amp?

Mine is under the drivers seat.

**SirGCal** · 01-02-2007, 11:20 AM

The 33-eng box works ok but it's not very comfortable. Mine is designed for more seating surface so the edge of the box isn't as noticable. Theirs is mimixed for fast-out the door-type construction instead of maximized for efficency and use. But it does work ok for a sub box... Though if you build it yourself, mine also has the - I did it - feeling to it. Though I also build them to order (long backlog right now).

My amp is under the driver's seat also as you can see from my website.

SlateX · 01-04-2007, 09:24 AM

x3 on SigGCal's subbox. I have (or had

) zero mechanical ability or tools. I was able to build this box slowly over a couple of weekends. I bought a jigsaw for about $30 bucks. It looks like an 8th grade shope project but thanks to liquid nails and silicon it all came together pretty nice.

Oh and it sounds awesome, real tight and punchy. I have put mny daughters child seat and son't infant carrier on there and everything fits/sits fine. I also hauled two buddies to lunch one day, they are both north of 200 pounds and everything was fine. Follow the instructions closely and take your time. It will come out much better than the 33 design.

The only hickup was my fault for getting a sub just a dang too tall. SirG (and others) can recommend a shallow sub that will fit just fine. Mine is a Rockford Fosgate that I got on sale (w/amp) so it was too good a deal to pass up. I ended up making a "ring" out of some leftover MDF to attach the sub to. Came out fine and once I put the box in the seat it looks fine.

I put my amp under the rear seat under the drivers side. I can reach behind me and adjust the settings if I need to. When I have my top down I place my window roll on top of it to hide/protect it. Where I live and where I work, crime is not an issue, but depending on where you live, etc. You might want to hide it better. My AMP wouldn't fit inside the center console, nor under the drivers seat, but, hey, it works for me.

Good Luck. You can't beat the sound and there really is no better place to put a sub.

Fallen7s · 02-08-2008, 10:29 PM

I also did the sirgcal sub box mod. It was easy and works great!

Mon Don · 02-09-2008, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Fallen7s

I also did the sirgcal sub box mod. It was easy and works great!

What kind of subs do you have in there?

**spyder6** · 03-07-2008, 03:02 PM

sirG, could you email me the plans for your box? i dont know if you want payment or something... when warm weather hits id really like to build one

the single 10" 03+ seat box please, you can get my email from my profile

**SirGCal** · 03-07-2008, 04:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spyder6

sirG, could you email me the plans for your box? i dont know if you want payment or something... when warm weather hits id really like to build one

the single 10" 03+ seat box please, you can get my email from my profile

Plans are free... but you can donate if you like on my website (The Donate for my MS link). Plans are in the Jeep Projects section. Website in my sig. www.sirgcal.com

**Mr_McNasty** · 03-07-2008, 04:58 PM

What's the best 10" sub for that setup, by the way. I forgot to ask you SirGCal when we emailed each other.

I want to run dual 10"s with a HELL of a punch. Amp as well.

**spyder6** · 03-07-2008, 05:33 PM

SirG

i read that you had to modify something to fit the 10" pioneer in there, what was that? im a little confused

did you have enough space for 2 10"ers?

**spyder6** · 03-07-2008, 07:05 PM

also, how much MDF did you use? im wondering how many sheets i should buy

12-27-2006, 09:17 AM	#2
Fritz R. Registered User Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Tillamook, OR Posts: 718 Profile Gallery Classifieds iTrader Rating	I don't know about that one, but Sirgcal has some really nice plans for an in seat sub if you don't mind making your own. I built one for my TJ and it works great. Heres a link. http://www.sirgcal.com/ click on jeep projects. And of course a picture. __________________ Fritz '97 TJ, 4.0L, AW-4, Flipped D300/4:1, ARB's, D44, Swayloc, RK LA, PC coils, Rancho 9000's, 33x12.5 Trxus, etc.

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01-04-2007, 09:24 AM	#8
SlateX Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Kentucky Posts: 91 Profile Gallery Classifieds iTrader Rating	x3 on SigGCal's subbox. I have (or had ) zero mechanical ability or tools. I was able to build this box slowly over a couple of weekends. I bought a jigsaw for about $30 bucks. It looks like an 8th grade shope project but thanks to liquid nails and silicon it all came together pretty nice. Oh and it sounds awesome, real tight and punchy. I have put mny daughters child seat and son't infant carrier on there and everything fits/sits fine. I also hauled two buddies to lunch one day, they are both north of 200 pounds and everything was fine. Follow the instructions closely and take your time. It will come out much better than the 33 design. The only hickup was my fault for getting a sub just a dang too tall. SirG (and others) can recommend a shallow sub that will fit just fine. Mine is a Rockford Fosgate that I got on sale (w/amp) so it was too good a deal to pass up. I ended up making a "ring" out of some leftover MDF to attach the sub to. Came out fine and once I put the box in the seat it looks fine. I put my amp under the rear seat under the drivers side. I can reach behind me and adjust the settings if I need to. When I have my top down I place my window roll on top of it to hide/protect it. Where I live and where I work, crime is not an issue, but depending on where you live, etc. You might want to hide it better. My AMP wouldn't fit inside the center console, nor under the drivers seat, but, hey, it works for me. Good Luck. You can't beat the sound and there really is no better place to put a sub.

02-08-2008, 10:29 PM	#9
Fallen7s Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 40 Profile Gallery Classifieds iTrader Rating	I also did the sirgcal sub box mod. It was easy and works great!