WTB: Bose subwoofer Options

[z28jeff]

So I found a mouse nest in the back of my Camaro a few weeks ago, it was under the drivers-side plastic panel tight up against the factory subwoofer. I cussed a little, cleaned it all out and scrubbed the carpeting. Last week I noticed the sub wasn't doing anything anymore. I knew this was more than a coincidence, so I took apart the sub box and found the problem. The little bastards chewed up the coil wire on the speaker. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/banghead.gif) I know bose uses different ohms rating on their speakers, so I can't replace it with just any speaker. I need another Bose speaker. Anybody have one laying around they'd be willing to part with?

[Crazy Canuck]

actually, Bose use a 2ohm impedance, vs 4ohm for standard audio.
you can still put a 4ohm... sound will be cleaner and just not as loud.
you can hook aftermarket speakers and it'll sound nice.
a known good system is to keep the stock hu and replace the speakers with Alpine SPS-170A
here is some reading: http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=126979

[jorger]

I've read this thread before and was wondering, due to its age, if there are any better alternatives since this was written.

Thanks,
Jorge

[Crazy Canuck]

there are many alternatives.
basically, the speakers require more power for high volumes, so your highest volume won't be as high, but you won't be getting ddistortions as early... so you get better sq.
best thing is to pass by a local shop and listen to some and don't go crazy.
once you made your mind, check and purchase stuff on ebay stores... bought all my stereo equipment through it... much cheaper... at least for ppl north of the border.

[jorger]

Thanks for the input.

[bubba353z]

I don't quite remember my high school electronics course (it has been over 22 years (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/tongue.gif) ), but i think a 4 ohm resistor placed in parallel (4 ohm speaker) will give you give you two ohms final resistance. Just have to get one to handle the wattage.

This post has been edited by bubba353z: Jun 30 2006, 04:16 PM

[trackbird]

I don't quite remember my high school electronics course (it has been over 22 years (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/tongue.gif) ), but i think a 4 ohm resistor placed in parallel (4 ohm speaker) will give you give you two ohms final resistance. Just have to get one to handle the wattage.

You're correct, but 1/2 of the amplifiers output will be wasted as heat. You're usually better off to just leave it 4 ohms and lose the wattage, lessen the load on the amp and such.