Stock subwoofer speaker replacement in OEM enclosure possible?

[drj02]

Sorry everybody. I am sure this has been discussed many times over but can't find threads under all my searches so far. Looking to replace my OEM subwoofer speaker with aftermarket but installing in the OEM enclosure. I thought I read some time ago that there were 2 sub speakers made that would fit the factory enclosure with maybe only minor modification if I'm not mistaken. I don't mind adding a small mono amp if needed but was looking to keep as much of a stock appearance as possible. Any thoughts?

[fastblackmerc]

I took out the OEM unit and installed an Infinity Basslink. No teeth shattering bass but enough for me.

My install

[drj02]

Thanks, I like that idea. Looks nice. How did you mount though? Did you have to drill I assume? I agree with you. Just looking for respectable, nice full quality sound, not trying to rattle the car apart. For example, I also have an '08 F150 that has the factory audiophile set-up. Super sweet!! Just perfect, not overkill but has plenty of lows, mids, and highs all from the factory. That's the kinda solution I am attepting to acomplish here. Thanks for your response, I appreciate it.

[justbob]

Just a simple swap to the 06 Escape audiophile would help you, especially if you hard wire an Ipod to drive it. Plug and play, and looks factory. Thats all I did besides elcheapo kicker 6x8 2 way's and any member who has had a sampling cannot believe how good it sounds now! The Ipod really helps drive a better sound!!

[FordNut]

I tried a couple of replacement drivers, best I found was Infinity.

[fastblackmerc]

Thanks, I like that idea. Looks nice. How did you mount though? Did you have to drill I assume? I agree with you. Just looking for respectable, nice full quality sound, not trying to rattle the car apart. For example, I also have an '08 F150 that has the factory audiophile set-up. Super sweet!! Just perfect, not overkill but has plenty of lows, mids, and highs all from the factory. That's the kinda solution I am attepting to acomplish here. Thanks for your response, I appreciate it.

It is secured to the shelf by screws. Have to be careful as the gas tank is located below. Was very careful drilling and used just the right length screws.

I'd also replace the anemic factory speakers and add tweeters to the front sail panels. A new headunit is also good. I have a Pioneer AVIC-D2.

[bawazir]

Just a simple swap to the 06 Escape audiophile would help you, especially if you hard wire an Ipod to drive it. Plug and play, and looks factory. Thats all I did besides elcheapo kicker 6x8 2 way's and any member who has had a sampling cannot believe how good it sounds now! The Ipod really helps drive a better sound!!

Just wondering if you do fit the Ford Escape cd player would your CD changer still work?

[SC Cheesehead]

Just wondering if you do fit the Ford Escape cd player would your CD changer still work?

I don't think so, but here's a link with some extensive info:

http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forum...ight=escape+CD

[justbob]

No, it won't, but you now have a 6 disc in dash as a replacement.

[hidperf]

For those of you who've used the basslink, do you happen to have the other legs that came with it that allow you to mount it vertically instead of horizontally? I threw mine out years ago when I put my basslink in another vehicle but now I need a pair.

[musclemerc]

Sorry everybody. I am sure this has been discussed many times over but can't find threads under all my searches so far. Looking to replace my OEM subwoofer speaker with aftermarket but installing in the OEM enclosure. I thought I read some time ago that there were 2 sub speakers made that would fit the factory enclosure with maybe only minor modification if I'm not mistaken. I don't mind adding a small mono amp if needed but was looking to keep as much of a stock appearance as possible. Any thoughts?

Go with the Pioneer 8" shallow sub Model#ts-s841d it will fit with a little tweaking and you can keep the stock amp and enclosure.

[fastblackmerc]

For those of you who've used the basslink, do you happen to have the other legs that came with it that allow you to mount it vertically instead of horizontally? I threw mine out years ago when I put my basslink in another vehicle but now I need a pair.

I'll check, but I think I threw them out.

[Paul]

Pioneer TS-SW841D is the full part #.

[4play]

hey I noticed when you hit preset 3 and 6 together it plays each speaker seperetly and sub 1 is hooked up and when it says sub 2 nothing, we have 2 outputs for subs?

[Local Boy]

Great info...

Thanks guys!

Aloha