I am looking to install my system in my max. My first concern is how to set up my subs! I have never gone with a bandpass or ported enclosure before, only sealed. But with the configuration of the trunk and rear seats I feel this would be the best way to go in the 5th generation MAX! I am thinking it would be a good idea to port it through the rear deck.

Has anyone built a bandpass enclosures for their 5th generation MAX? I will be using 2 JL Audio 12 W6's. So if you have these subs and have built an enclosure can you please email me with the dimensions ( front and rear volumes and port size ) Or if any knows of a web-site to obtain this info please feel free to make suggestions.

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Use sealed box and have the subs facing the front...... towards u..... and lower the back sits........ I love it that way. But the bad thing is our car rattles a bit....

 

it is a lot louder when you face the subs towards the rear of the car...i have tried both ways...it probably has a little less rattling when you face them towards the front but when you face them towards the back, it is quite a bit louder...

about the box...it depends on the subs...for jl audio subs (which are the best for the price) use a sealed box...no bandpass or ports...just a sealed box...be sure to go to your local stereo shop and have them make a box specifically to your sub specs...if you buy one of those already made boxes they are most likely off by a small amount and they are not nearly as loud...as many experts say, the box plays a huge role in sound loudness/quality