Subwoofer Replacement

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Jul 23, 2015 | 10:25 AM

brianwh5

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Subwoofer Replacement

I know this question has been asked a 1000 times, but I can't find any suggestion lately, can anyone recommend a replacement subwoofer? I don't want to upgrade to a new enclosure and amp, just want what I have to work. The stock woofer sounds like it is blown.

Jul 24, 2015 | 08:22 PM

srb1194

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Originally Posted by brianwh5

Since I have one I feel qualified to answer. Mine has worked flawlessly since new. I would start with Crutchfield. They have a great track record from what I hear. If it were me I'd at least try a few salvage yards to see if I could find a stock replacement however I suppose there is a risk that you buy a defective one from a salvage yard. I crank mine pretty hard and couldn't live without it so I know what your missing out on. You could even try eBay. I guess the only thing I don't like is the amount of space it takes up but its worth it. I hope this helps.

Jul 27, 2015 | 10:11 AM

bbender85

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if you're going aftermarket, look for something with a high sensitivity value. the OE amp doesn't put out much power, so if you put something in there with a low sensitivity value that can handle like 500 watts, that little amp isn't going to move it much. i don't know for sure what ohm rating the OE driver is; it is DVC driver though. that will also help dictate your best aftermarket solution.

i've done alot of reading on the subject and no one has had much "success" with a plug-n-play woofer upgrade.

Jul 27, 2015 | 11:39 AM

mjlewis

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is it hard to replace the factory amp with an aftermarket unit?
never looked under the backseat cover to see. wonder if the wiring is a thick enough gauge...

Jul 27, 2015 | 11:53 AM