Center Console
As if the "in-your-face" speakers on the dash weren't enough, two more Kicker eights occupy a customized center console enclosure above the shifter, firing more midbass frequencies to both passenger and driver. On top of that, a second set of component speakers resides in custom kick panels to complete the front stage.
Subs
Hitting the low notes isn't a problem for this system. Three Kicker CompVR 12-inch subwoofers in a sealed custom enclosure provide chest-pounding bass for everyone within a one-block radius. However, in order to accommodate the box to house the subs, the rear seats were ditched. In their place reside a custom enclosure made of 3/4-inch MDF and fiberglass. Carey's fabrication experience makes all the difference in how this enclosure looks, appearing as if this were an option right off the showroom floor. He carefully positioned the subs in a triangular arrangement for optimal cosmetic appeal then followed it up with matching candy orange paint.
Amps
With an array of speakers in the car, Carey needed some serious horsepower to control them. Kicker's powerful amplifiers had the "oomph" and the cosmetic appeal that he was looking for. The Kicker ZX500.1 mono amplifier handled the job for the subs, while the Kicker ZX350.4 4-channel amplifier powered the rest of the speakers. Once more, he needed to find room for the amps and chose to sacrifice the trunk space for "show." After careful consideration, the amprack was built directly behind the sub box, which flowed nicely into the trunk. With more fiberglass work and matching suede, the amplifiers were comfortable in their place.
Engine
For Cary, nothing was left undone. The engine bay was another place for some show and go. Since this car is present at many of the local car shows, an extra battery was needed for continuous play. Next to the color-matched engine cover are two Optima RedTop batteries. By moving some of the engine components and replacing the stock airbox, it left him plenty of room to add the second battery. Since Kicker was the choice speaker and amplifier components, Carey decided to complete the system with their power distribution accessories. This provided a nice look and flow from the engine bay all the way through the rear of the vehicle.
Props
Dennis Montgomery @ Tech MarketingBart Deal & friends @ Kicker
The Extras
22-inch Dub Dirty Dog wheels