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Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Audio and Electronics' started by Justdidit, Apr 3, 2014.

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  1. Justdidit

    Justdidit LVNPZEV

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    2007 non JBL, no Navi, with backup camera ..base system being removed. This is happening... now.

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  3. Justdidit

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    After doing some research I went with the JBL GTO804
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    For the location and sensitivity rating, it seemed to be the better choice. Plus it got raving reviews online for comparable priced 8" subs.
     
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    The JL w3 will fit. And it's a "W" series which you know is top notch. Suggest getting that instead
     
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    I agree the W3 gets a lot of hype but for the specs, the JBL beats out the JL...then again i only spent 1/3 the price of the JL also but if i'm unhappy, i can always upgrade.

    JBL GTO804 vs JL Audio 8W3V3-4
    Cone Material Polypropylene vs Mineral-filled poly
    Surround Material Rubber vs Rubber
    Ideal Sealed Box Volume (cubic feet) 0.3 vs 0.3
    Ideal Ported Box Volume (cubic feet) 0.6 vs 0.35
    Port diameter (inches) 2.5 vs 2
    Port length (inches) 8.8125 18
    Free-Air No vs No
    Dual Voice Coil No vs No
    Sensitivity 91 dB at 2.83 watts vs 83.24 dB at 1 watt
    Frequency Response 30 - 400 Hz vs 28 - 250 Hz
    RMS Power Range (Watts) 50-200 vs 50-250
    Peak Power Handling (Watts) 800 vs 500
    Top Mount Depth (inches) 4 3/8 vs 4 9/16
     
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    When it comes to subs. JBl vs JL. Sorry JL w3 will win

    One can read all the specs you want, until you hear it and experience it, specs aren't enough to know
     
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    where's the pix?
    jl's are fantastic, but in this small car 2 8" subs of any decent brand will be more than enough.
    you gonna shoe-horn those 8's into the rear doors?
     
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    I was only able to install the Pioneer deck, MirrorLink, E-Brake bypass, 1 Polk amp and both sets of Infinity components installed last night. Gonna tackle the other amp and subs hopefully soon.

    I've decided to make an enclosure in the tray behind the battery. Got the amp mounted under the seats so they are completely out of the way. Looks really clean, other than the deck, You can't tell anything has been upgraded...fairly stealthy other than the 7" DVD screen.

    The upgrade in sound quality and power is ridiculous... Def worth the $$$$
     
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    Final pictures yes ?
     
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    (2) JBL GTO804 8" Installed into my custom sealed box. Still have access to my spare tire and jack. Used 12" speaker grills painted to match the trim. Used the oversized grills incase I want to upgrade the sub size later.

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    Can you put any weight on the grills? That's right in the center of the hatch space
     
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    yep, made several runs to the airport this weekend with lots of luggage with no damage to the grills or any loss of sound quality.
     
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    I wanted to add a sub but didn't want to lose any space. This turned out really good....wanna do another? :LOL:
     
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    I actually have another box already made.....just haven't carpeted it yet...made for 8s or 10s
     
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    wow, i never thought of that idea, about placing the subs that way. i really like that! i might do that now. thanks!
     
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    Anyone interested?
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    if i was local and had the same car, i would scoop it up! How come you are selling it?
     
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    I'm moving and dont want to haul this one with me.

    I made two, the one I'm selling is the 1st one. This one was just never carpeted or had grills mounted. The difference between the two is the location of the subs. The below pictures shows my current setup, the subs are more center of the floor. The one I'm selling, the location of the subs is more toward the back of the car.

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    Thats all the one I'm selling needs...carpet and some mesh grills...
     
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