I have an 87 F-150 Reg Cab. I just built an enclosure for dual 10" subs. I have yet to cut the sub holes.

Reason being, I've heard that pointing the subs backwards sounds better than the traditional setup.

Anyone have input on this? I want to avoid rattling me drums and have decent response.

The box I built is sealed with 1.3 cubic feet of space, FYI...

 

Where is this box going? I'm assuming behind the seat? If so, then no, put them facing forward, just like normal.

Rearward facing subs have their advantages, mainly in SUVs. It lessened the sound and especially the clarity when one of my buddies tried to do it today in a small car.

RP
Zach

 

Yes behind the seat.

 

Well, I think the truck made the decision for you. There can't possibly be enough room for a backward mount in a standard cab. Mine are facing forward and sound fine.

Ryan

 

Well that depends on my next question, how much room between the sub and wall should be optimal? I've already made the box, I just need to cut sub holes once I know my setup.

There is enough space to fire the subs back, but not much. The cages would almost be touching the wall. I've been to all sorts of sites and experts on both sides have their arguments... However it is all in theory...

I guess I need someone with practical experience with both setups, I would try both but the enclosure I designed will not allow for it unless I have 4 holes total. I would like to avoid the hole patching, thus the forums seem to be the best answer.

 

regardless of what everyone here says, in a ranger it does not matter which way you aim the subs. basically u aim them where u will get the least rattle. i have tried everything i can think of and nothing compares to a trunk

Matt

 

In a regular cab it's not going to make a bit of difference. Go ahead and face them forward, it would be the easiest, and then if you need to pop out the sub, it won't be a big deal.

However, if it is an SUV or a car, the subs should always be in the back and rear-firing. I've seen some studies done with SPL mics and oscilaters (sp?) to see where the best sound quality was, and the rear has it.

 

romer is correct, i always faced my subs down in my single cabs just because i didnt like the rattle on my butt, either way doesnt matter

 

in my ext cab s10, my I scored higher in a db drag by facing the subs to the rear...