ELS (10 speakers) subwoofer replacement
#1
ELS (10 speakers) subwoofer replacement
Hi guys,
I have my 2016 ILX A-spec that makes all kinds of noises when playing certain songs. I would like to replace the rear subwoofer myself.
I have seen people on this forum swapping the OEM sub with a Kicker 40CWD84.
My question is to know if this is a direct replacement for the ELS sound subwoofer? Is it better than the stock Sub? I do not plan on upgrading the amp.
Any help will be appreciated
Thank you.
I have my 2016 ILX A-spec that makes all kinds of noises when playing certain songs. I would like to replace the rear subwoofer myself.
I have seen people on this forum swapping the OEM sub with a Kicker 40CWD84.
My question is to know if this is a direct replacement for the ELS sound subwoofer? Is it better than the stock Sub? I do not plan on upgrading the amp.
Any help will be appreciated
Thank you.
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Yes, I did that exact mod - The trick is the lower ohms rating has to match or it will sound worse than stock = The dual coil Kicker that you mentioned fits the bill. I can tell you that in my opinion there was a minor improvement in bass range and perhaps a little more volume. But what did the trick was installing a small amp to power the Kicker and a Line Out converter (which is a must or don't bother)!
Some additional items of note if you increase power:
- The stock stereo has an Active Noise Cancelation feature which you will have to disable
- Running a cheap 100 Watt amp, the Kicker, and the Line Out Converter only cost me about $300-350 altogether
- You will have to ensure you have enough insulation for the sub or the rear deck will vibrate like crazy
Good luck and enjoy
Some additional items of note if you increase power:
- The stock stereo has an Active Noise Cancelation feature which you will have to disable
- Running a cheap 100 Watt amp, the Kicker, and the Line Out Converter only cost me about $300-350 altogether
- You will have to ensure you have enough insulation for the sub or the rear deck will vibrate like crazy
Good luck and enjoy
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