pngaudioguy

So I'm getting ready to do my first "mod" to my car by putting a sub in the trunk - as soon as it stops snowing, that is. I know it's nothing original, but I want my low end and I'm tired of the flabby bass. At the same time, I'd like to have a really cleanly integrated looking installation. I've checked out all the auto parts and home improvement stores near me, and while most have grey carpeting it's not the same shade, or it doesn't have the lighter flecks in it. Has anyone found somewhere that this stuff can be purchased? Yes, I've done a search of the forums plus google, also browsed through the off-topic audio, and the parts sections.

For the detail oriented folks, I'm going to be putting an Infinity Kappa 120.3 dvc, powered by a 2x150W Profile amp on a 1 Farad cap in a sealed box at Infinity recommended interior enclosure volume with the speaker centered behind the back armrest. Easy for me to say. I'm sure others have other preferences on favorite subs / amps, but I loved the way this combo sounded in my old Accord so going with it again. Oh yeah, before you go correcting me on cap values, I'm planning to upgrade the rest of the system as cash allows, so doing a little forward planning as I purchase. Will post pics in the appropriate area when completed.

Moderators, if I'm posting in the wrong section feel free to correct me. thanks.

elduderino

THis should be in AV, but they shouldn't call it off-topic.

What you want is specifically called trunk liner, not carpet.

Check here:
http://www.selectproducts.com/html/frame2/frames2.htm

pngaudioguy

Thanks. Nice to know the proper name for what I'm looking for. Great link, btw. Have you actually seen either the charcoal or light gray carpeting? I never trust my monitor's colormatching...

elduderino

Here's another one...

http://www.upholstery-fabric.com/bro...223&Type=Value

You don't have a ton of color options in this material. I have not seen a perfect match yet...

pngaudioguy

Thanks again for your help. I'm going to request samples, and see which looks closest. To be continued...

elduderino

also check with ron at street effectz... he's an official vendor who posts in AV...

pngaudioguy

In case anyone is reading this at some point, and didn't find the related thread under A/V, I ended up going with the "Cabinet Carpet Charcoal" from Parts Express (Part No. 260-765), as it seemed to be a pretty close match to the majority of the carpet color in our trunks. The spare tire cover has a different color carpet on it than the sides, so I guess if I really get intense, I'll re-cover that with the same stuff, or just get the all-weather trunk mat and hide it that way.

CJams

I used charcoal felt from Jo Anne fabrics.......

Just ran accross this thread and thought I would share the info

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