fnkngrv's Amp and Tube Install - Toyota Yaris Forums

fnkngrv · 05-06-2010, 02:00 PM

Well after running the rear end of my audio system in a temp solution for a couple years I finally decided to finish things off. I didn't perform a DIY per se as I still only have my Blackberry as a camera, but I do have before and after pictures.

> I started off with the amp install by taking a slide bar from the hardware store and mounted it to the inside of the sidewall of my trunk.
> I then used cardboard to come up with a fitment template for my mounting board.
> I rerouted all my wiring to behind the new mounting board.
> I then mounted my board to the mounting bracket after wrapping the board in carpet that I could find as close to the other color in the trunk.
> I put the mounting board in place and screwed it down with one screw above the amp and one that sits under the amp.
> I attached the amp to the mounting board and reconnected the wires.
> Lastly I removed the cloth straps for my Bazooka Tube and installed the stainless brackets.

Before:

After:

Alien Mantis · 05-06-2010, 09:31 PM

The "before" was tacky.

The "after" looks sweet! Nice and clean. Good job.

Does that bass tube give you enough bass?
( I would have taken a totally different route, but I need more bass. )

fnkngrv · 05-06-2010, 10:37 PM

I like what I have for bass. It is a deep and rich tone. I am actually bumping up I think to slave another 10 off the first one, but really I feel that with how I have my system set up I have very clean and loud sound when I want it. With a tube it generally fills your stage where as traditional subs give you more pound...kind of tough to describe unless you have experienced both in earnest. I have a friend that has 4 BTA's in his trunk of his G6 and it is pretty incredible, but then again he has a lot of wasted space that way and I prefer to at least have some room.

rye7jen · 05-09-2010, 03:24 AM

What brand of sub and amp are those?

fnkngrv · 05-09-2010, 10:22 AM

It is a BTA10200, the current gen is a BTA10250 for the sub...

Amp is an Alpine MRP-F250. I did have a PDX however I swapped with someone that needed the PDX more than I did plus with the swap that they gave me I could not pass it up...

custom Lftback · 05-09-2010, 10:58 AM

Alpine V-power FTW! I have the mrp-m500

fnkngrv · 05-09-2010, 01:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by custom Lftback

Alpine V-power FTW! I have the mrp-m500

Even tho the PDX series is spectacular the MRP series is very clean and has excellent clarity as well. I really don't feel like I downgraded per se.

05-06-2010, 02:00 PM	#1
fnkngrv Mr. 155 and climbing View User's Garage Drives: Seriously Modded 07 Sedan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: In The Hotbox Posts: 4,742	fnkngrv's Amp and Tube Install Well after running the rear end of my audio system in a temp solution for a couple years I finally decided to finish things off. I didn't perform a DIY per se as I still only have my Blackberry as a camera, but I do have before and after pictures. > I started off with the amp install by taking a slide bar from the hardware store and mounted it to the inside of the sidewall of my trunk. > I then used cardboard to come up with a fitment template for my mounting board. > I rerouted all my wiring to behind the new mounting board. > I then mounted my board to the mounting bracket after wrapping the board in carpet that I could find as close to the other color in the trunk. > I put the mounting board in place and screwed it down with one screw above the amp and one that sits under the amp. > I attached the amp to the mounting board and reconnected the wires. > Lastly I removed the cloth straps for my Bazooka Tube and installed the stainless brackets. Before: After: __________________ Team Tiamat Racing on Facebook Youtube Channel: Team Tiamat Racing *Class record holder in Land Speed @ 154.5mph for 1.5 mile and 145.5mph in the mile in the F (2.016 to 3.014 L), G (1.524 to 2.015 L), and H (1.016 to 1.523 L) classes.* Last edited by fnkngrv; 05-06-2010 at 10:37 PM.

05-06-2010, 09:31 PM	#2
Alien Mantis Secret Agent Drives: 2008 Yaris Hatch Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Arizona Posts: 350	The "before" was tacky. The "after" looks sweet! Nice and clean. Good job. Does that bass tube give you enough bass? ( I would have taken a totally different route, but I need more bass. ) __________________ www.sonicelectronix.com for all your mobile audio needs!

05-06-2010, 10:37 PM	#3
fnkngrv Mr. 155 and climbing View User's Garage Drives: Seriously Modded 07 Sedan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: In The Hotbox Posts: 4,742	I like what I have for bass. It is a deep and rich tone. I am actually bumping up I think to slave another 10 off the first one, but really I feel that with how I have my system set up I have very clean and loud sound when I want it. With a tube it generally fills your stage where as traditional subs give you more pound...kind of tough to describe unless you have experienced both in earnest. I have a friend that has 4 BTA's in his trunk of his G6 and it is pretty incredible, but then again he has a lot of wasted space that way and I prefer to at least have some room. __________________ Team Tiamat Racing on Facebook Youtube Channel: Team Tiamat Racing *Class record holder in Land Speed @ 154.5mph for 1.5 mile and 145.5mph in the mile in the F (2.016 to 3.014 L), G (1.524 to 2.015 L), and H (1.016 to 1.523 L) classes.*

05-09-2010, 10:22 AM	#5
fnkngrv Mr. 155 and climbing View User's Garage Drives: Seriously Modded 07 Sedan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: In The Hotbox Posts: 4,742	It is a BTA10200, the current gen is a BTA10250 for the sub... Amp is an Alpine MRP-F250. I did have a PDX however I swapped with someone that needed the PDX more than I did plus with the swap that they gave me I could not pass it up... __________________ Team Tiamat Racing on Facebook Youtube Channel: Team Tiamat Racing *Class record holder in Land Speed @ 154.5mph for 1.5 mile and 145.5mph in the mile in the F (2.016 to 3.014 L), G (1.524 to 2.015 L), and H (1.016 to 1.523 L) classes.*

05-09-2010, 10:58 AM	#6
custom Lftback View User's Garage Drives: 2008 Toyota Yaris Liftback Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 1,054	Alpine V-power FTW! I have the mrp-m500 __________________ C-Lift -------------------------------------------------------------- Current Mods: MI Armrest; Full LED conversion (interior and exterior); RS spoiler; Tinted windows; Tanabe DF210 lowering springs; aftermarket door speakers; 12" RF P3 subwoofer with custom box wrapped in Neffy; seat covers; HID 8000K headlights; HID 3000K foglights; 13mm PG hub spacers; muffler delete with dual tip; eyelids; and.. A little red Domo mascot!

05-09-2010, 03:24 AM	#4
rye7jen View User's Garage Drives: 2nz-fe '10 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Saudi Arabia Posts: 1,360	What brand of sub and amp are those?

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