Custom VW system ideas please
- PhuckinGood
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Custom VW system ideas please
Hi, I am building a modified VW van and need to think about what bits I need for it, the van itself is already part way there, lowered, debadged front,led lights,windows cut in, 19'' rims on stretch rubber,bulkhead removed,dynamatted,smoothed runner blank, and lots of mods ongoing like bespoke bodykit. Pics if anyone is interested. I have had PG gear since the early 90s mainly pretty straight forward passive systems, M25 running comps, ZX450 comps and single sub etc.
I have been nosing at the audio bits I need to find over time to build the system for it. So far I have an Alpine CDA-9886R head unit and a minty white ZX350v2 running Focal Polyglass 165v30 6.5'' components in front door builds. I would love an Octane LE (dont even know the specs on one though so may not run the system) so the plan is to add two 12'' subs and suitable amplifaction to get a working complete system that can evolve from there.
So any ideas on the system plans guys? I like the look of the white DD5 I spotted in someones collection, how do you incorporate these? do you need a line driver or TBAT for them? Basscube? ZX500 maybe to match what I have! will it run two 12''s? Elite/RSD/Ti subs? what voicecoils? Powercore? Caps? Focals arent great but will have to do for now up front. Probably will have a split charge system eventually as we use the van for camping at surf spots and VW shows.
I really appreciate any input on this one and any gear up for grabs that will fit with suggested plans.
Great to have a site to share this PG love
I have been nosing at the audio bits I need to find over time to build the system for it. So far I have an Alpine CDA-9886R head unit and a minty white ZX350v2 running Focal Polyglass 165v30 6.5'' components in front door builds. I would love an Octane LE (dont even know the specs on one though so may not run the system) so the plan is to add two 12'' subs and suitable amplifaction to get a working complete system that can evolve from there.
So any ideas on the system plans guys? I like the look of the white DD5 I spotted in someones collection, how do you incorporate these? do you need a line driver or TBAT for them? Basscube? ZX500 maybe to match what I have! will it run two 12''s? Elite/RSD/Ti subs? what voicecoils? Powercore? Caps? Focals arent great but will have to do for now up front. Probably will have a split charge system eventually as we use the van for camping at surf spots and VW shows.
I really appreciate any input on this one and any gear up for grabs that will fit with suggested plans.
Great to have a site to share this PG love
Alpine CDA-9886R
PG ZX250v1
PG ZX350v2
PG ZX450v1
PG Elite .65cs
PG QX 5.25
PG Ti12 sub x2
PG ZX250v1
PG ZX350v2
PG ZX450v1
PG Elite .65cs
PG QX 5.25
PG Ti12 sub x2
Re: Custom VW system ideas please
What year is your van? If you really like this site, you have to put up some pics in the automotive section, hehehe....
Re: Custom VW system ideas please
there is no white DD5 or 10 unless it was custom painted.. The 5 comes in a crinkle black powder to match the tantrum series and the 10 was a Ti finish which is brushed steel with a flat clear over it. They are easy to use, just run power/gound to it and then from there you can power all your accesories. I hope to have hold of a NIB 5 by the end of next week. If you are intersted send me a pm and we can work a deal out.
what else can I say I am a grumpy asshole most of the time.
- PhuckinGood
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Re: Custom VW system ideas please
Hi its 2003 VW T4 2.5tdi, massive following over here, hard to get now so the prices are going through the roof. Just putting in the dynamat so hope for some system design ideas .... I'll pop up some pics soon,00goobs wrote:What year is your van? If you really like this site, you have to put up some pics in the automotive section, hehehe....
Alpine CDA-9886R
PG ZX250v1
PG ZX350v2
PG ZX450v1
PG Elite .65cs
PG QX 5.25
PG Ti12 sub x2
PG ZX250v1
PG ZX350v2
PG ZX450v1
PG Elite .65cs
PG QX 5.25
PG Ti12 sub x2
Re: Custom VW system ideas please
Ohhh, I was hoping for a 60s bus with some modern wheels and slammed, hehehe. I love the old school busses and bugs and can imagine what I'd do with all M-series or MS series on display and in use. Anyway, post some pics of the ride as pics are always welcome in forums...
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Re: Custom VW system ideas please
I agree the old bus's are sick, had a few but if you want to make it to your camp spot the same day if at all. its T4 all the way.00goobs wrote:Ohhh, I was hoping for a 60s bus with some modern wheels and slammed, hehehe. I love the old school busses and bugs and can imagine what I'd do with all M-series or MS series on display and in use. Anyway, post some pics of the ride as pics are always welcome in forums...
Dynamat going in system ideas needed boys
Before windows
had to modify the slider to clear the rims
Alpine CDA-9886R
PG ZX250v1
PG ZX350v2
PG ZX450v1
PG Elite .65cs
PG QX 5.25
PG Ti12 sub x2
PG ZX250v1
PG ZX350v2
PG ZX450v1
PG Elite .65cs
PG QX 5.25
PG Ti12 sub x2
Re: Custom VW system ideas please
Sick!!! I wish the US would have kept the Eurovan.
Are those TSW Holstens? Nice wheels!!!
You are going to need more Dynamat or equivalent. There are some small company sound deadeners that produce better results for less money unless you are commited to Dynamat brand.
The ZX series amps are great for SQ and daily beats. Just make sure the caps have been replaced so that they do not self destruct
As for Subs. SSA gets my vote for new. But there are many subwoofers out there that will do an excellent job for you depending on your goals.
Please keep a build log going here as it looks to be an excellent build up!
Are those TSW Holstens? Nice wheels!!!
You are going to need more Dynamat or equivalent. There are some small company sound deadeners that produce better results for less money unless you are commited to Dynamat brand.
The ZX series amps are great for SQ and daily beats. Just make sure the caps have been replaced so that they do not self destruct
As for Subs. SSA gets my vote for new. But there are many subwoofers out there that will do an excellent job for you depending on your goals.
Please keep a build log going here as it looks to be an excellent build up!
2003 Saab 9-3 Vector: Faital, Dayton, JBL,+ DIY mixed up mess
1979 Porsche SC: Kenwood X-994, X100.2, RSd6.5cs
1971 Chevy C-10: wind noise
1979 Porsche SC: Kenwood X-994, X100.2, RSd6.5cs
1971 Chevy C-10: wind noise
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Re: Custom VW system ideas please
Cheers Pillow, they are Mandrus Emil rims with a cheeky stretch tyre to get under arches, van is dropped 70mm but will need to come down more but I will have wait and see how it sits with weight in the back first.
Been building deeper front bumper with blended in VW Passat grille Nothing on the audio side though as still no ideas forthcoming, but on the look out for bits on e-gay!
Test fitting, had to remove the towing eye for clearance
Been building deeper front bumper with blended in VW Passat grille Nothing on the audio side though as still no ideas forthcoming, but on the look out for bits on e-gay!
Test fitting, had to remove the towing eye for clearance
Alpine CDA-9886R
PG ZX250v1
PG ZX350v2
PG ZX450v1
PG Elite .65cs
PG QX 5.25
PG Ti12 sub x2
PG ZX250v1
PG ZX350v2
PG ZX450v1
PG Elite .65cs
PG QX 5.25
PG Ti12 sub x2
Re: Custom VW system ideas please
Nicely done on the front air dam. Good poke and stretch! (it is Vortex worthy)
... I myself need some coilovers to get low
I am going to hit you with a PM.
... I myself need some coilovers to get low
I am going to hit you with a PM.
2003 Saab 9-3 Vector: Faital, Dayton, JBL,+ DIY mixed up mess
1979 Porsche SC: Kenwood X-994, X100.2, RSd6.5cs
1971 Chevy C-10: wind noise
1979 Porsche SC: Kenwood X-994, X100.2, RSd6.5cs
1971 Chevy C-10: wind noise
- PhuckinGood
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Re: Custom VW system ideas please
Okay correct me if I am wrong but from reading threads on here it seems the ti amps dont suffer the dreaded caps problem that the ZX series do, so I am going to start the search based on a loose idea of ... ti400 to run componants up front, matching larger ti amp (no idea yet which one) to run a pair of 12'' subs in tha back (no idea on voice coils required,twin 4Ohms etc,how to wire?) and hopefully some nice extras, powercore, dd5 or 10 (not sure which I will need) RMDs, basscube ... any ideas?
Means i will have a very minty ZX350v2 boxed with all paperwork up for grabs when I can source some bits to make a start.
Okay back to the bespoke bumpers for now until I find new toys to play with.
Means i will have a very minty ZX350v2 boxed with all paperwork up for grabs when I can source some bits to make a start.
Okay back to the bespoke bumpers for now until I find new toys to play with.
Alpine CDA-9886R
PG ZX250v1
PG ZX350v2
PG ZX450v1
PG Elite .65cs
PG QX 5.25
PG Ti12 sub x2
PG ZX250v1
PG ZX350v2
PG ZX450v1
PG Elite .65cs
PG QX 5.25
PG Ti12 sub x2
Re: Custom VW system ideas please
Sweet build, love the van. Stretching the tires makes me nervous.
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Re: Custom VW system ideas please
Stretch makes the panties drop though!Stretching the tires makes me nervous.
It's all about the stance
2003 Saab 9-3 Vector: Faital, Dayton, JBL,+ DIY mixed up mess
1979 Porsche SC: Kenwood X-994, X100.2, RSd6.5cs
1971 Chevy C-10: wind noise
1979 Porsche SC: Kenwood X-994, X100.2, RSd6.5cs
1971 Chevy C-10: wind noise
Re: Custom VW system ideas please
The panties of VW fanboysPillow wrote:Stretch makes the panties drop though!
It's all about the stance
Re: Custom VW system ideas please
yah, pretty much only impressing other guys as most chicks could care less. lol
2003 Saab 9-3 Vector: Faital, Dayton, JBL,+ DIY mixed up mess
1979 Porsche SC: Kenwood X-994, X100.2, RSd6.5cs
1971 Chevy C-10: wind noise
1979 Porsche SC: Kenwood X-994, X100.2, RSd6.5cs
1971 Chevy C-10: wind noise
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Re: Custom VW system ideas please
My baby loves a bit of stretch
Lots of chicks doing it over here, be it modified VW or whatever, some rocking rides better than the boys. Bugger
Lots of chicks doing it over here, be it modified VW or whatever, some rocking rides better than the boys. Bugger
Alpine CDA-9886R
PG ZX250v1
PG ZX350v2
PG ZX450v1
PG Elite .65cs
PG QX 5.25
PG Ti12 sub x2
PG ZX250v1
PG ZX350v2
PG ZX450v1
PG Elite .65cs
PG QX 5.25
PG Ti12 sub x2
- PhuckinGood
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Re: Custom VW system ideas please
Okay have an issue, sytem so far is zx350v2 running focal anniversay comps (these are pants) and 600ti running a pair of ti12 subs, already making the headlights dim when on half volume, oh dear. Remember I need to change the big three! anyone enlighten me?
Alpine CDA-9886R
PG ZX250v1
PG ZX350v2
PG ZX450v1
PG Elite .65cs
PG QX 5.25
PG Ti12 sub x2
PG ZX250v1
PG ZX350v2
PG ZX450v1
PG Elite .65cs
PG QX 5.25
PG Ti12 sub x2
Re: Custom VW system ideas please
it would be the place to start. What is the output on the stock alt in max amperage?
what else can I say I am a grumpy asshole most of the time.
Re: Custom VW system ideas please
Bigger wire is needed and probably a better ground.
What you have now is not alot of power. Have you looked into a
a HO alt?
What you have now is not alot of power. Have you looked into a
a HO alt?
screw car audio, I'd rather go fast....errr, wait a minute.
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Re: Custom VW system ideas please
Old rims having a new lick of paint ready for the summer
Alpine CDA-9886R
PG ZX250v1
PG ZX350v2
PG ZX450v1
PG Elite .65cs
PG QX 5.25
PG Ti12 sub x2
PG ZX250v1
PG ZX350v2
PG ZX450v1
PG Elite .65cs
PG QX 5.25
PG Ti12 sub x2
Re: Custom VW system ideas please
i love vw had about 20 of them from my 1961 karmann ghia,68 bettle, mk1 gti all the way up to mk3 jetta,and gti
there a post above you asked if ti also have problem with caps. i would have to say yes just less of them due to age. the octane le is a ti and thunderdome was damaged
there a post above you asked if ti also have problem with caps. i would have to say yes just less of them due to age. the octane le is a ti and thunderdome was damaged
most of my gear is gone :liar:
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2020 honda accord sport
Re: Custom VW system ideas please
lmfao, thats what I was thinking...stipud wrote:The panties of VW fanboysPillow wrote:Stretch makes the panties drop though!
It's all about the stance
Squared and same height sidewalls front and back with same wheel gap spacing is where it's at... not some cheap ass tires that dont fit on the wheels. The way I drive those damn tires would peel off the rim the first time you hit a turn at high speed.
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6 Alpine 3558 Class A's - for sale
Alpine DigiMax system complete for sale
BNIB MS2250 w/ shroud, 2 MS2250TAs, MS275, MQ430
2 Ti1200.1s, 2 ZX475Tis, Ti500.4, DD10, 6 Powercores
5 Orion 2100, 1 250 - HCCA Digital Ref. v2
6 Alpine 3558 Class A's - for sale
Alpine DigiMax system complete for sale
Re: Custom VW system ideas please
Smurfy!PhuckinGood wrote:Old rims having a new lick of paint ready for the summer
FAS#73 & AX406A#73/Frank'd EQ230
BNIB MS2250 w/ shroud, 2 MS2250TAs, MS275, MQ430
2 Ti1200.1s, 2 ZX475Tis, Ti500.4, DD10, 6 Powercores
5 Orion 2100, 1 250 - HCCA Digital Ref. v2
6 Alpine 3558 Class A's - for sale
Alpine DigiMax system complete for sale
BNIB MS2250 w/ shroud, 2 MS2250TAs, MS275, MQ430
2 Ti1200.1s, 2 ZX475Tis, Ti500.4, DD10, 6 Powercores
5 Orion 2100, 1 250 - HCCA Digital Ref. v2
6 Alpine 3558 Class A's - for sale
Alpine DigiMax system complete for sale
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Re: Custom VW system ideas please
kg1961,kg1961 wrote:i love vw had about 20 of them from my 1961 karmann ghia,68 bettle, mk1 gti all the way up to mk3 jetta,and gti
there a post above you asked if ti also have problem with caps. i would have to say yes just less of them due to age. the octane le is a ti and thunderdome was damaged
Good morning. I drove a 1984 mk1 or Rabbit GTI for a couple of years during college in the mid 90s. It was black with the blue interior. Unfortunately, the engine died to the point where it wasn't worth fixing, at least to us.
About a year ago somewhere in Kentucky, a pristine 1983 GTI with only 25,000 miles sold on Ebay for almost $12,000!
Ltr
Ride: 1999 Honda Civic Si (Blue; complete, unmodified B16A2)
Source A: Alpine CDA 9884
Source B: Alpine CHA S604 (Circa 1997)
Line Driver: PG PLD-1
Equalizer: PG EQ215
Crossover A: PG AX406A w/LPL44
Crossover B: PG AX204A
Amplifier A: PG M44
Amplifier B: PG M25 Series II
Front Stage: MB Quart QSD 216 6 1/2" Q-Series Comps (the real German deal; not Maxxsonics)
Subwoofer: Rockford Fosgate Punch 12
Install: http://phoenixphorum.com/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=19590
Source A: Alpine CDA 9884
Source B: Alpine CHA S604 (Circa 1997)
Line Driver: PG PLD-1
Equalizer: PG EQ215
Crossover A: PG AX406A w/LPL44
Crossover B: PG AX204A
Amplifier A: PG M44
Amplifier B: PG M25 Series II
Front Stage: MB Quart QSD 216 6 1/2" Q-Series Comps (the real German deal; not Maxxsonics)
Subwoofer: Rockford Fosgate Punch 12
Install: http://phoenixphorum.com/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=19590
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Re: Custom VW system ideas please
Smurfy!!! more like Mr BumpSTROKD wrote:Smurfy!PhuckinGood wrote:Old rims having a new lick of paint ready for the summer
Alpine CDA-9886R
PG ZX250v1
PG ZX350v2
PG ZX450v1
PG Elite .65cs
PG QX 5.25
PG Ti12 sub x2
PG ZX250v1
PG ZX350v2
PG ZX450v1
PG Elite .65cs
PG QX 5.25
PG Ti12 sub x2
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Re: Custom VW system ideas please
Quick update, the bumpers I built were sold after I was made an offer I couldnt refuse so I set about building a new set using parts of an Audi A4 and came out like this
Then made some skirts out of four Honda Accord ones I found in a scrap yard
Rear bumper I smooothed out the lights in the bumper and blended in a VW passat lower and this is how she looked from behind
Add to that a few subtle panel modifications and put it all together and the outside is now looking sweet, will sit lower when the inside gets built, no time to do that just yet though.
Rims
Down my local to find the surf all blown out
Then made some skirts out of four Honda Accord ones I found in a scrap yard
Rear bumper I smooothed out the lights in the bumper and blended in a VW passat lower and this is how she looked from behind
Add to that a few subtle panel modifications and put it all together and the outside is now looking sweet, will sit lower when the inside gets built, no time to do that just yet though.
Rims
Down my local to find the surf all blown out
Alpine CDA-9886R
PG ZX250v1
PG ZX350v2
PG ZX450v1
PG Elite .65cs
PG QX 5.25
PG Ti12 sub x2
PG ZX250v1
PG ZX350v2
PG ZX450v1
PG Elite .65cs
PG QX 5.25
PG Ti12 sub x2