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I sold mine for £65 I THINK I can't remember now

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I got the JL Audio 10W0v3-4 in the sealed enclosure and trust me when I say that it will definitely fit the bill for the types of music that you listed above. I would have similar tastes and do listen to old school hip-hop. Stick on Dr.Dre feat Snoop Dogg - Still Dre and hear the bass hit the low notes with no distortion. I had a 12" sub before and it was loud but not as clear as this. The JL Audio sub paired with a good mono block amp will be a very good addition to any system.

You should put this track on once you get the sub system sorted.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_CL6n0FJZpk

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I completely abused 2001 - Dr Dre for months when I first got into old hip hop! I'll deifnately take all your comments on board any questions I have I'll drop them your way if you don't mind as you seem to be running the set up I want - top bloke cheers for help.

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Any time man and glad to share the knowledge I acquired over my build to anyone who is looking for info. Check out my build thread for more info and pictures.

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I had a browse sometime before when we spoke I'm impressed! Made me think about a little sound proofing and eliminate as many of the dreaded rattles as possible.

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Cheers man. Appreciate the comment :)

Sound proofing is underrated and it makes a world of difference to the car once applied. You really can't go back after that.

One of the things that helped with my rattles was getting the new ?pins that hold the door cards which were worn/broken after being taken out so many times. They were cheap off eBay and was a smart lil mod.

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Don't suppose you have a link do you? I must do a sweep of the car and tighten all screws/bolts. I've found it made the world of difference for 15 mins work in my old Vauxhall for rattles. Also get all loose items gone or fixed down!

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Cheers dude. May order my sub and enclosure tomorrow all being well! I'll let you know my thoughts

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Anyone know of any decent and cheapish 10" subwoofer?

Highly recommend the JL Audio 10WøV3-4 sub

Cheapest uk supplier of JL Audio products is:

www.soundevo.co.uk

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Theres also an optional protective grill availavle,

Clips in to sub no extra screws required:

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I recommend wiring it up using some Vibe FlatBass 13SPK cable for optimum response solid copper strands inside.

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You may like to view my sub panel guide here:

http://www.fordownersclub.com/forums/topic/63695-guide-fitting-custom-amp-sub-enclosure-mk2-mk25-focus-2005-2011/

Stereo upgrade guide here:

http://www.fordownersclub.com/forums/topic/63689-guide-fitting-aftermarket-headunit-mk25-focus-2008-2011/

And perhaps my build thread from around page 50 onwards ive upgrade full audio system, fully rewired with two amps and a 1.0 Fared RedBull capacitor all appears as ford have fitted,

Bi-wired front Speakers with removable 4Ch amp panel ability to fold rear seats and power front Speakers from headunits internal amp simply by unplugging the panel at rear of seats and lift it away.

http://www.fordownersclub.com/forums/topic/41443-taking-oval-to-blue-horizon-lennys-build-thread-2010-2015/page-50

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Rear of the removable 4 Channel amplifier panel:

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Also on a side note if you like subtle modification; my full list of guides can be viewed here: http://www.fordownersclub.com/forums/user/14733-lenny/

Or if your logged on via the app click here: http://www.fordownersclub.com/forums/topic/68214-full-list-lennys-guides/

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Woops just saw this is an old thread lol

I got a tweet tonite from FordOwnersClub containing the first post of this thread and decided to reply :rolleyes:

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Cheers dude. May order my sub and enclosure tomorrow all being well! I'll let you know my thoughts

Brilliant stuff. Let me know how you get along :)

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Just replaced all the audio in my focus mk1. Went with the kenwood km303 bt head unit, fli 5x7 Speakers in all doors and this sub

http://www.caraudiocentre.co.uk/product_m-alpine-swe-815_p-27715.htm

Great little sub for the money all wiring kit included except for an rca lead. Massively shocked at the bass it kicks out for such a small thing. The bass is enough to shake the mirrors in the car and massage your back at the same time. It also has a removable piece so you can opt for vented or sealed.

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Fli have a bad rep I think but for the price they aren't bad if you pick them up on offer - I will be looking to get some better components when Funds allows but for now they are okay

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Not had a problem with the ones I have. Plenty loud enough and only £46 for 4 Speakers brand new. I suppose if you're wanting stupid loud sound then they aren't going to give you that but it's a massively noticeable difference over the stock.

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That's good where did you get them from? Have you got the Speakers and sub amped

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Got the Speakers from Halfords. They matched their online sale price in store. RRP was £32.99 a pair. Showed them the offer via my phone and they matched it for me.

The Speakers run off the head unit and sub Is amplified (built in active unit).

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If planning to spend at Halfords,

I recommend signing up to premium membership on the forum here to receive a 10% lifetime Halfords discount card,

Use it every time you go, helps alot

10% off all automotive

15% off all bike

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Not a bad deal could get them to price match than a further 15% off. Forgot to thank you for your previous response - awesome job on the build.

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Not a bad deal could get them to price match than a further 15% off. Forgot to thank you for your previous response - awesome job on the build.

No prob mate theres alot of reading there lol cheers,

Ive mistakenly gotten 30% off before;

Purchased a Vibe 8AWG wiring kit using the discount card,

Went back next day without a reciept and exchanged it for a vibe 4AWG wiring kit and produced the discount card on purchase,

They give me money back out of the till

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Free money!!!everyone loves a bargain. Thinking about using the spare 12v wire in the boot I see you discovered for some led strips round the sub for the extra show off factor ;)

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Free money!!!everyone loves a bargain. Thinking about using the spare 12v wire in the boot I see you discovered for some led strips round the sub for the extra show off factor ;)

Sounds good mate,

Id splice them in to the boot light power supply instead;

This way they will automaticlly switch on/off when the boot opens/closes and wont drain your battery.

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Ahh even better I'll do that, any ideas what I could use the extra power supply for?

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Ahh even better I'll do that, any ideas what I could use the extra power supply for?

Ive just put a 12V socket on mine,

Here's the guide if others are interested:

http://www.fordownersclub.com/forums/topic/29774-guide-additional-12v-power-socket-in-boot-focus-mk25/

You could use it to feed a voltage gauge or usb socket then fit a wifi router,

Router is great for streaming spotify via bluetooth to the headunit.

Or power a portable fridge, playstation 2 or electric blanket.

I wouldnt recommend powering an amplifier from it to be honest not even a Class D,

Best to run dedicated fused feeds from the battery for the amps.

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Already got my amp on 4awg wire from the battery. The fridge sounds cool (no pun intended), wouldn't want to explain if there was beer in it to qa police man! Would be good for camping trips

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