Vertical Flush Mounting Amps In Boot

[QRI05E]

Hey guys, as we all know that skylines and other coupes have minimal boot space and was just wanting to construct a vertical flush mount rack for my amps. Im wanting to make them on the side compartments of the boot so that i can maximize the boot space.

Has anyone done this? I have a basic concept of constructing a vertical flush mount for an amplifier however would like some experianced insight, tips, tutorials and pics if possible. Here is a pic just you guys have a rough idea.

Any info would be appreciated!

Regards,

Sarkis

[DECIM8]

build a box and screw through the side boot wall and lock it in .. drastic yes .. i wouldnt do it

[DRD-00F]

you could position it and drill through the boot floor if you like... you have carpet there anyway, what the hell is a tiny screw hole gunna matter?

[DECIM8]

RUST

[QRI05E]

Well im sure all those $$$ custom audio installs dont have any issues with rust. Just wanting some ideas in terms of design and construction.

Cheers

[raz0r$harP.UK]

lol Sarkis I was just about to tell you to go check MEA

Amp mounted to MDF and aluminium brackets bolted to supports behind it?

[QRI05E]

hehehe I have checked out almost every car audio site possible and cant get any tute's or pics.

Yea i was considering using card board to make a template then construct it using 16 - 18mm MDF. I could use L brackets & pop-rivets to support it. On my next day off ill strip the boot interior and see what i have to work with. Ill try and post up some pics.

Cheers

[DRD-00F]

RUST

ZINC

[Adelaideprosound]

Custom boot installations done by a real professional have no SCREW HOLES in any part of the metal of the car.

But not everyone is going to expose their trade secrets on how to do it properly. Backyarders who dont understand why professionals charge money for boot installs have devised the PANEL AND SCREW idea and then they boast about how they did the same job for next to nuthing.

I can do a boot install in any car with no damage to any metal part.

If u dont mind rust then do the usual bracket and screw idea it works for a lot of DIY guys.

Edited May 31, 2007 by Adelaideprosound

[QRI05E]

I appreciate you advice Adelaideprosound, I have no means of drilling into the metal of the car but rather secure it on the the plastic and rubber mouldings. I personaly dont have the cash to pay an Audio workshop to do such an install and thats why i want to give it a go myself.

Any other advice would be greatly appreciated!

Cheers

[raz0r$harP.UK]

Another thought, amp rack style setup which is bolted to a flat piece of MDF that has been affixed to the floor?

Just looked back through some old posts, Kezza had something similar altho not in the same location:

//edit: I see George has done some fantastic ones too from the pics on his website

[DECIM8]

It will add weight but heres and idea..

A full length mdf peice id say maybe 10mm thick .. cut it to the shape of your removable carpet..

Then make a box for the amp and screw that box into the side of the fake floor .. carpet it all and restain it via the two metal peices which prevent the spare tyre accidently flying out just infront of the fuel tank they are like reinforcement struts .. you dont need to worry you can screw into them ive done it

[QRI05E]

Thanks for the advice DECIM8 i have considered that option too and might be the best way to go about it.

Cheers

[DECIM8]

no wokkas .. thats my next sub box design too .. fibreglass is a pain in the ass lol