Posted on 13. Oct, 2009 by Jefferson Bryant in Uncategorized
This post is a little different from what I normally do around here. I thought it was high-time I actually showed you guys how to do something. To that end, I chose to demonstrate just how easy it is to install a Q Logic Q-Custom. Since I am more into muscle cars than imports and trucks, I went for the 2005-up Mustang 12″ enclosure. This Q-Custom features a single-12” subwoofer for latest body style Mustang. This creation from the audiophiles at Q-Logic has been meticulously designed to not only create the ultimate low-frequency bass all music lovers craver, but also to integrate so well into the vehicle that it looks like an OE option (that is to say, much better than the actual factory option!) You will even have more trunk space than the Shaker 1000 box.
The installation of this subwoofer enclosure is quite simple, no cutting or drilling necessary, only 2 bolts and 2 nuts, mounting in factory locations, and only takes about a half hour. This enclosure is sold empty, meaning a complete system requires the purchase of a 12” subwoofer and an amplifier.
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1. The trunk before the installation. If you already have the Shaker1000 system, the subwoofer enclosure needs to be removed before installing the Q-Customs enclosure.
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2. The installation begins with the removal of the plastic rear fascia panel. Using a pick or small screwdriver, pop the center of the 4 retention pins and 2 tree-lock pins.
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3. The fascia panel lifts from the center and slides out from either side.
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4. Next, the upper tree-lock is removed from the passenger’s side 1\4 panel cover.
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5. The supplied body clip is placed in the lower square hole and corresponding round hole. Thread the supplied 1\4-20 bolt through the backside of the clip and replace the carpeting.
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6. Locate the bolt in the side of the carpeting and using a razor knife, slice a 3-sided opening in the panel.
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7. Fold the cut carpet under the backside of the panel and remove the bolt.
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8. Place the enclosure tub in the 1\4 panel area. Push the box back until it rests in the cavity. Note the wire loom has been removed from the rear 2 studs.
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9. Using a 7\16” socket, drive the supplied 1\4-20 bolt through the enclosure and into the previously installed body clip.
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10. Push the top of the enclosure towards the 1\4 panel and drive the supplied 8mm cap-head bolt and washer into the factory-installed body clip. Don’t over tighten the bolt; it just needs to be snug.
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11. Place the included lower mounting brackets over the 2 studs in the channel. First, drive the supplied wood screws into the enclosure and then thread the supplied nut onto each stud. Once the enclosure is mounted, place the wire loom back onto the studs.
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12. Run the wires from the amplifier to the enclosure and push the terminals down and wire into the hole and release the terminal. Red is for Positive, black is for negative.
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13. Place the woofer on the faceplate and mark the holes. Pre-drill the holes for woofer in the faceplate. Be sure to have the woofer oriented in the faceplate, as you want it in the car before drilling.
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14. Place the face over the enclosure, and line up the woofer holes.
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15. Place the supplied polyfill mat inside the enclosure. Pull the speaker wire out, and place the round rubber gasket inside the edge of the woofer hole of the faceplate.
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15. Reinstall the rear fascia and center the trunk latch in the cut out. Replace the 6 fasteners.
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16. Finish it up by driving the screws through the subwoofer mounting flanged and into the enclosure. All done! Now its time to enjoy some real bottom-end bass. While we left it off to show the woofer, the enclosure comes with a removable plastic grill.
Mustang sub
17. Feb, 2010
[...] a single 12" enclosure that drops into the factory sub location for the 2005 – 2010 Rustang. How To Install the Q Logic 2005-up Mustang Q-Custom | Q Logic Enclosures I will say this… The trunk of my 2006 Mustang was a royal pain in the ass to work with when it [...]
Flavius
02. Sep, 2010
Do you plan to build Kick Panel Enclosures for Ford Mustang 2011 models? If yes when you estimate?
Thanks!
Glenn
12. Jun, 2011
Will these fit in a 2011 5.0? Will you be making one for the 2011 5.0 Convertible?