rockford fosgate build i am working on

[cookmaster30]

i dont know how many of you are into big systems but here is the one me and my boy ben are working on. we picked up a full sponsorship from rockford to build them something crazy loud so here are a few pics for you boys and girls. i know this isnt an audio site but this is a crazy build and i know you guys like crazy.

so the equipment is going to consist of

1 chevy astrovan

1 10 inch shallow mount sub
16 6.5 coax spkrs
2 power 400.4 amps
12 90lb batteries
6 power 2500.1 amps

and 24 p3 15 inch subs

we are shooting for it to be one of the loudest vehicles in the world in db drag bassrace spl. which will be mid 163-166db range. i dont know if the subs will hold up but we will see. anyway here are a few pics of what we have so far.


here is the van

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00306.jpg

we got her all cleaned out

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00311.jpg

got the wire into the back doors for the highs amps

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00316.jpg

getting the box built

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00344.jpg

my boy ben cutting out some holes

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00349.jpg

yeah we cut a few circles lol

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00366.jpg

[cookmaster30]

one side put in

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00359.jpg

other side done

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00364.jpg

some of the wire lol

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00305.jpg

the back door panels

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00418.jpg

with an amp in it checking fitment

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00411.jpg

getting the corners rounded in

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00406.jpg

ben after sanding the bondo in all the corners for about an hour lol

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00412.jpg

a view thru the windshield

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00372.jpg

got the dash out

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00423.jpg

still have to add a couple more speakers but here is what we have so far. there will be 6 6.5's and a 10inch sub in the dash

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00435.jpg

one stack of equipment

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00432.jpg

the other stack

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00433.jpg

[cookmaster30]

the nice thing about a box this size is you can just crawl in it and work lol

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00383.jpg

here is one of the birth sheets for the sub amps 3289 watts baby

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00431.jpg

[shifty35]

Looks like a lot of fun... replacing the glass for the armored truck look?

[satalac]

Looks like a fun build man. Reminds me of a Ford Aerostar that I saw at the DB drags they used to have at the convention center. I'll see if I can finds pics of it.

[cookmaster30]

Looks like a lot of fun... replacing the glass for the armored truck look?

nope it more fun shattering them. plus this one will be driven around.

[shifty35]

nope it more fun shattering them. plus this one will be driven around.

Vibrating glass wastes sound energy and lowers your db :P

[cookmaster30]

Looks like a fun build man. Reminds me of a Ford Aerostar that I saw at the DB drags they used to have at the convention center. I'll see if I can finds pics of it.

i know the one you're talking about. it was a kicker vehicle. i have hung out with him a couple times at shows.

i miss when the had finals at the convention center. the last time i went was in 06 in lousville. i took a 2nd and 6th place

[shifty35]

I remember seeing Alma Gates Bronco several years back, and that is an incredible vehicle... best of luck keeping up with the competition!

[cookmaster30]

Vibrating glass wastes sound energy and lowers your db :P

trust me i know i have been the extreme route before here are a couple pics of those

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/old%20rides%20and%20systems/vanoutside1.jpg

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/old%20rides%20and%20systems/Picture012.jpg

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/old%20rides%20and%20systems/dashandwindshieldinside.jpg

[cookmaster30]

I remember seeing Alma Gates Bronco several years back, and that is an incredible vehicle... best of luck keeping up with the competition!

yeah ma is one of the sweetest people ever. i talked to her for about a half hour back in the day she was one of the pioneers in the sport

[satalac]

i know the one you're talking about. it was a kicker vehicle. i have hung out with him a couple times at shows.

i miss when the had finals at the convention center. the last time i went was in 06 in lousville. i took a 2nd and 6th place
Yeah me too man, that was always a lot of fun. Gotta see what I did with those pics....

[M-Technic owner]

looks like a fun build. using any dynomat or other deadening material?

[tigersharkdude]

you want to give me about 20 feet of that speaker wire???? ill take any of that stuff you dont want, LOL

[cookmaster30]

looks like a fun build. using any dynomat or other deadening material?

yeah we will be doing the doors. the roof is sprayfoam then 3/4 inch mdf

[cookmaster30]

you want to give me about 20 feet of that speaker wire???? ill take any of that stuff you dont want, LOL

if you make it up this way i am sure i have a little wire laying around lol

[tigersharkdude]

i never drive up there its a LONG drive. as well as i dont need that big of gauge, i need 4awg. thanks though

[cookmaster30]

got that too lol

[tigersharkdude]

i may have to come get that then. IDK its still a long drive
how bout you hook up my new box, and ill drive to clarksville

[cookmaster30]

i talked to the painter today. we are suppose to have it back from paint friday

[DAtIntegra35]

That's pretty awesome looking. I am learning about systems and I think I might do something similar to my integra!
:wink:

[silver350tn]

That's pretty awesome looking. I am learning about systems and I think I might do something similar to my integra!
:wink:

you'll blow yourself to pieces.

[1126eclipse]

Pretty cool build. Not what im used to though. I used to do little 12'' sub systems back in high school for others , but never was a huge fan. I can appreciate anyone that takes time to do something there selfs though. Looks like alot of work. Keep up with the pictures and progress.

[rudedawwg]

i'd love to come by and check out your build. i install for a living so this appeals to me. i know my coworker would cream his pants over this build

[cookmaster30]

we will be killing ourselves once the paint is complete. you are welcome to come by anytime we are working on it. we might put your ass to work though.

i am taking it to the meca comp at carl casper next weekend hopefully

[spoolie]

Wow...reminds me of 1994.

[cookmaster30]

thanks old man

[cookmaster30]

wait i am old too



damn it

[supraman]

nice build!!....installer here<<<...i would love to come by and see your progress...thats going to be true SPL!!...GOOD LUCK!!

[cookmaster30]

anytime you are in clarksville in the next week i am sure one of us will be working on it. i am about to go change and help get it taped up and hopefully get the base coat on it tonight

[LiveLife2ItsFullest]

More pictures!!!

[92Snatch]

With craftsmanship like that...i wouldnt let u guys build a dog house...lol JK! Looks really good Barry! Might have to get u to help me build something for the lightning...not as crazy as that though...haha. Prob just (2) P3s..either 10" or 12" whatever we can fit without loosing alot of room..haha Anyways...good job man!

[cookmaster30]

allright so i have worked on this till 1 am for the last two night so here a few pics for your enjoyment

getting the base layed down

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00486.jpg

when he first started the graphics i didn't think they would turn out that good

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00490.jpg

they came out awsome though

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00503.jpg


http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00505.jpg


http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00510.jpg

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00525.jpg

[cookmaster30]

we also got most of the subs in and wired. sorry for the sideways pics but photobucket wont let me turn them and keep them turned right

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00522.jpg

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00519.jpg


http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00521.jpg


a few speaker wires

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00524.jpg

[supraman]

good job on the paint...!! looks sick...what is your spl goals??..if i had a guess 167db,lol.. but yea if your in town thursday i would like to stop by and see your progress...but good job so far, seems your doing everything the right way!!

[cookmaster30]

thanks man. yeah we are shooting for mid 160's playing music. either way it should be crazy loud. yeah hit me up if you are coming up this way and you are welcome to stop by.

[cookmaster30]

got the dash glassed today

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/dash.jpg

[rudedawwg]

props man. paint looks good from the pics. what kind of titles do you have under your belt? also if you have pics from any of your previous builds i'd love to see em

[cookmaster30]

ben has held the word record before at 174.1 and i took a 2nd place in bass race and 6th place at db drag world finals in 06.

next time i get a chance i will put up some pics of our other builds we have done

also thanks man

[t.schultz]

thats awesome man. good luck!

[cookmaster30]

ok so we got it somewhat done. we took it to carl casper in louisville last weekend. it still needs some tuning but it is getting there. it did 157db at the headrest which should be almost a 160 on the dash. we are working on it some more tomorrow to get it louder. here are a few more pics of where we are with it now

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00613.jpg

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00610.jpg

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00603.jpg

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00602.jpg

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00600.jpg

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00595.jpg

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00594.jpg

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00589.jpg

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/DSC00570.jpg

[shifty35]

I think you need some stiffer rear springs, lol...

Looks like it's coming along!

[cookmaster30]

yeah it is getting helper bags in the rear. we are on the hunt for a wheel sponsor now.

the factory wheels gotta go

[cookmaster30]

couple vids for ya

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ta4mgJtKlWM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q20dfQKHxRQ

[rudedawwg]

that bitch is squatting lol

[cookmaster30]

lol yeah it has a little weight in it

[280zx!!!]

yeah it is getting helper bags in the rear. we are on the hunt for a wheel sponsor now.

the factory wheels gotta go


ehh...lower the front put new wheels all around and call it a day...

[1126eclipse]

holy shit thats a lot of wires and battery's lol

[cookmaster30]

holy shit thats a lot of wires and battery's lol

the sad part is we really need a few more lol

[cookmaster30]

new video from the sik whipz car show yesterday

http://www.youtube.com/watch#!v=E7gO7vbvcPs&playnext_from=TL&videos=cz4Ii1xiHQk&playnext=1

[92Snatch]

Sat in the van this weekend.....one word...LOUD!!!!! It was taking the breath out of me...hard as hell to even breath in that fucker..lol Nice job Barry!!!

[cookmaster30]

if it is nice out this friday i will be back out with it

[tennsport91]

lol yeah it has a little weight in it
no joke, you got the bitch loaded down

[M-Technic owner]

damn that looks sick. i wish we woulda done this at our shop. we only did 4 15s in a crx for slammin nd jammin

[cookmaster30]

4 15's in a crx should get down. we are doing some airshocks on it this week to hopefully help the rear out a little and i hope to have some wheels for it this week too

[Slipstream]

damn that looks sick. i wish we woulda done this at our shop. we only did 4 15s in a crx for slammin nd jammin


Last serious stereo build I did was a single 12 in a CRX that hit 141dB...but that was forever ago

[tb94_coupe]

makes me wanna get back into audio

[SilviaSprung]

cook..not bad man

[cookmaster30]

thanks guys. i really like this one more than any of the other ones i have built just because i can enjoy this one more. it is a blast watching people look inside it and say HOLY SHIT all day when we take it to shows

[cookmaster30]

new video for you guys to check out.

[M-Technic owner]

Last serious stereo build I did was a single 12 in a CRX that hit 141dB...but that was forever ago
crxs are a pretty good audio platform man. i liked ours a lot.
130s to 140s are normally pretty easy to attain but past 150 gets pretty tough.
141 with one twelve is pretty sweet though. what setup did you have?

[cookmaster30]

new video for you guys to check out.

might help if i add the link huh

http://www.youtube.com/user/teamrockfordfosgate#p/a/u/0/T0eIShFYz7k

[WyattEarp]

got the dash glassed today

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c316/cookmaster30/new%20astro/dash.jpg

you and I need to talk in a few months sir. I'm gonna be looking for someone to make me a fiberglass sub enclosure for the cobra.