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Looking4aSystem wrote:ok thanks, i got one last question.

Is it better for the subs to face up or back in an SUV? This is what i think, correct me if im wrong.

Facing Up-I think this will be louder, but i will have to put a grille over it (for fear that somthing will be put on it) and that looks ugly.

Facing Back-Might not be as loud, will not need a grille, and looks damn cool with the back lift gate open :)

It varies from vehicle to vehicle. Just like everything else you've asked, there's no real answer. Just have to experiment yourself or talk to an SPL guy that has experience with your vehicle. As far as the Type S vs. Type R thing goes, the S's tend to meter well at higher notes...around 50+ hz i believe it is, where as the Type R peaks much lower...something in the 40hz area. As far as actually *sounding* louder, the Type R may be what you want, but if you're into competing the two Type S's would probably be your best bet, though there's no surety :)

audiobass10 wrote:It varies from vehicle to vehicle. Just like everything else you've asked, there's no real answer. Just have to experiment yourself or talk to an SPL guy that has experience with your vehicle. As far as the Type S vs. Type R thing goes, the S's tend to meter well at higher notes...around 50+ hz i believe it is, where as the Type R peaks much lower...something in the 40hz area. As far as actually *sounding* louder, the Type R may be what you want, but if you're into competing the two Type S's would probably be your best bet, though there's no surety :)

Great thanks :) I might enter into a couple of beginner competitons

Looking4aSystem wrote:Great thanks :) I might enter into a couple of beginner competitons

You might want to look into an aero ported enclosure, that way you can change the tuning of your box for the occasion, whether it be daily driving at 32hz or a local comp at 55hz.

If i go with 2 type S, its gonna take up all of my cargo space, so thats not an option.

I have to go with a single type-r, what amp would you recomend?

Have a look in the FAQ section for a guide to what brands are good. Find a brand where your comfortable with its rank, price and has proper power output then run it by us quick.