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Waterproof external speakers and sub behind bumper?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by TheFenux, Jul 26, 2015.

  1. TheFenux

    TheFenux Junior Member

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    I'm working on a project that includes some sound effects that I want to play externally. I found some cheapish speakers and an amp from Pyle that I can mount behind the bumper. However...

    After looking at the frequency response on the speakers, I think I need a subwoofer involved as well to make the particular effects sound right. (I'll post full details when I'm closer to done.)

    I only need a 6.5" or 8" sub, nothing fancy and nothing expensive. I found a cheap sub from Pyle (6.5"), but it's not waterproof and I don't know what to do about an external enclosure. I also found an expensive warerproof, self amplified sub (8") that would fit in the space, but I don't want to spend the money on it.

    Any suggestions on mounting behind the bumper or somewhere else for external sound, and how to weatherproof it? This is going in a 2012 Prius Two.

    I think this is my last big obstacle in figuring out how to do the sound half of the project and would appreciate any help.
     
  2. TheFenux

    TheFenux Junior Member

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    Someone just suggested an 8" bazooka tube with the sub replaced with something waterproof.

    Does anyone know if that will fit in a 2012 base model? I can't remember quite how much room was there last time I had the bumper off.

    SM-N910T ?
     
  3. mrbigh

    mrbigh Prius Absolutum Dominium

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    There is no much room left behind the rear bumper.....
    Besides, is a crumple zone in case of an accident and this zone is protecting the Hybrid Battery integrity
     
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    I was planning for the front bumper where there's more room. And I think I found plans to be an enclosure for a 6.5" sub that will fit.

    SM-N910T ?
     
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    Pictures and what sound are you looking to play (music, effects , voice) your not going to play the Jetsons car sound are?o_O