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Originally posted by chknhwk: Yeah, maybe. Depends on how much they like being underpowered. I've actually blown more speakers from under power than over. Took me a long time to figure that one out.  Can't blow a speaker from underpowering them. You can make the amp clip by cranking the gains which will cause the speaker to heat up and blow, but if you set up the amp correctly, no speaker can be damaged by too little power.
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Been there, done that. Maybe I had crappy equip. Now I'm running Boston Pros, JL12W3, and an Xtant amp. Sounds goo-ood. 
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I'm curious, though, TonyD; why the different component speakers? I will only upgrade my speakers if i can sell the ones i posted in the classifieds. If not, not biggie. They sound pretty good! I can tell your "Brand Loyal" as it doesn't realy matter what components i use. Well you know what i mean However, considering you are using a pair of 8" subs, you might be able to mount them in the rear doors if you are willing to spend the money & effort on some custom installation work.This sounds like a great idea, i just have to find the right shop! I can't really spare the trunk space because i have to fit a wheel chair in their. Great ideas guys!
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Tony, check out the post started by bigmoneyracing called "Audiophiles...."
It might have some good info for you.
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Tony, check out the post started by bigmoneyracing called "Audiophiles...."
Looks like my only realy problem is money for the instal. How much i want to spend!
Thanks for everyones help. I'll post pics when it's done!
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Originally posted by dnewma04 100 watts would be more than enough power to run a pair of 8" subs. Originally posted by chknhwk Depends on how much they like being underpowered. In my system, channels 7 & 8 are bridged to power a single 10" sub. Though the single channel power is 40 watts, bridged power is 120 watts. I can assure you this is, as Dave stated, more than enough power to achieve a sufficient level of bass response from a sub that is rated from 75 to 350 watts.
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Coolness. I want to hear it!
ChickenhawkRacing@hotmail.com 1998: #4415/6535 mods: Sheet metal screws in rear chrome strip Four wobbly corners "Hey, do you like apples?" "Well, yeah." "Well, I got her number, how do you like them apples?"
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