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Old 02-01-2008, 07:29 PM
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Explain this would ya?

I noticed with subs like the DD here and the TF1's.. theres wires.. why?
they don't have those connectors you plug the wires into or the lil spades??
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Old 02-01-2008, 07:36 PM
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because the other kinds can come loose over time with vibration...plus evey conection adds some resistance, be elimiateing the clips or screw downs you gte a better contact and a bit less resistance.
 
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Old 02-01-2008, 07:39 PM
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holy crap that looks just like my sub LOL
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Old 02-01-2008, 07:47 PM
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holy crap that looks just like my sub LOL
that is a 9512. I think I'mma get 1 15" 9515G.
So how would you connect the sub to the amp? sorry noob question
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Old 02-01-2008, 07:54 PM
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I have been told 2 twist wires and wrap with tape. I would think solder to speaker wire though. Here mine

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Old 02-01-2008, 08:06 PM
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Originally Posted by sx4life
I have been told 2 twist wires and wrap with tape. I would think solder to speaker wire though. Here mine

What about those connector gizmos where you crimp them then heat em up? My deck is connected with those.
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Old 02-01-2008, 08:09 PM
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u would need a big crimp LOL it 8gauge wire on the sub. Plus if ya ever take it out, everytime u take out, would have to cut the wire
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Old 02-01-2008, 08:11 PM
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Originally Posted by sx4life
u would need a big crimp LOL it 8gauge wire on the sub. Plus if ya ever take it out, everytime u take out, would have to cut the wire
True. And you'd have to be the hulk to crimp it.
Have you played yours yet? what are DD subs like??Quality? I've never heard of em lol..
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Old 02-01-2008, 08:13 PM
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LOL no clue bro, not fired it yet. Havenot built box yet. I have seen several in comps, they pretty loud. The TF1 are basically the same
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Old 02-01-2008, 08:17 PM
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Originally Posted by sx4life
LOL no clue bro, not fired it yet. Havenot built box yet. I have seen several in comps, they pretty loud. The TF1 are basically the same
TF1's are cheaper I think.
Can't you see that tho.. HUUULLLK CRRRRIMMP!
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