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2015 F150 XLT SuperCrew Audio Upgrade & Sub Behind Seat
Been searching the forums since I got my truck at the end of the year. In every car I owned I have replaced the factory system with a new head unit/speakers/sub. Well, I knew when buying my Ford I didn't want the Sony system/upgraded speaker package due to the "hassles" i was reading about with aftermarket integration. So I picked up my XLT with just the My Touch ford 8inch navigation screen.
Just like many others in this forum the sound was muffled/muddy/etc. I really needed a new system. I saw the new 2015 speaker upgrades only gave an 8 inch and i wanted at least a 10, if not a 12. I came from 2 10's in a custom box i made.
Well space behind the seat is limited, especially if you raise the seats and want to use the space under it. I built a couple of test pieces/boxes and found that there is room if you can angle the speaker at the bottom, unfortunately the box would be thin and probably sound like crap.
I had just got my truck bed lined at Ameraguard in San Antonio (they do all mods/bed liners/lights/grills/painting/Tinting, etc. for dealers in San Antonio). The owner, Danny, also owns Tint World Leon Valley (each Tint World is a franchise, so be careful) and I asked him if they built custom sub enclosures. He said yes and sent me to his Sound Guy who looked at my rear seat area.
I told him I wanted a 12 inch sub that would be usable in ANY position the seat was in, folded down/up/regular. SO here is the result. A custom fiberglass sub woofer box with a 12 inch Special Application Memphis Audio Sub woofer (15SA12D4). There is at least 3/4 of an inch between the sub and bar so the speaker can be used.
Here is the sub behind the seat
its hard to see, but my fingers are not even touching the sub, I was just holding the bar with my fingers, if I put my fingers farther in, I touch the sub rubber edge, but not the actual sub, but its got PLENTY of room to move.
When the seat is in the up position you can fit your fingers easily between the sub and the back bar/seat.
the box looks and sounds amazing. I then went to his Tint World Location (down the street) and they installed my Amps/Speakers/Fosgate 3Sixty.3 (not pictured).
I was a little hesitant about Memphis Audio because the lack of reviews, however when searching I found many little comments/replies that put them over kicker/others, and even one where a person stated they sounded better than Focal's....not sure what speaker/line. Like any manufacturer, they carry Good, Better, Best....etc. I went with their Power reference series. 6x9 components in the front and 6.5 coaxial in the rear. (PRX69C)
Well all I have to say is WOW. These guys were amazing. I watched as they took apart my truck carefully and wired every thing through the truck. Tons of zip ties/custom speaker mounts/screws/fuses/4 gauge/sound deaden-er, etc.
In the past I have done my own installs, but this time I couldn't pass up the deal that Ameraguard/Tint World gave me, not only that, but if I messed something up it would cost me more, where as they have all the tools/products/connections to get anything fixed if anything went wrong. I'm so glad I did. One thing that I learned was that just because you have great speakers, doesn't mean they will sound great. Placement/installation makes a huge difference and these guys knew their stuff.
In the end I am very happy with it, still need some more tuning done, but that will be done towards the middle of the week. I can't wait, the system as it is now sounds amazing, as if I was actually there on stage with some songs. My wife (who didn't want me to do anything) listened to it and agreed that it sounded amazing...(it was a surprise, I thought I was sleeping on the couch )
If your in/near San Antonio, you should hit these guys up. Every time I was there they had tons of dealership trucks/cars they were modding so the dealership could sell them. Pretty much any mod you can think of, these guys do it and they stand behind their work. I now have a truck that looks stock, but have premium audio integrated.
My next integration will be a tablet with a USB to Optical that plugs directly into the 3Sixty.3. Hopefully this will sound awesome.
Glad you are happy! looks like a decent install! I'm starting my stereo install over the next 2 weeks, i'm hoping to get the same response from my wife
I had just got my truck bed lined at Ameraguard in San Antonio (they do all mods/bed liners/lights/grills/painting/Tinting, etc. for dealers in San Antonio). The owner, Danny, also owns Tint World Leon Valley (each Tint World is a franchise, so be careful) and I asked him if they built custom sub enclosures. He said yes and sent me to his Sound Guy who looked at my rear seat area.
I told him I wanted a 12 inch sub that would be usable in ANY position the seat was in, folded down/up/regular. SO here is the result. A custom fiberglass sub woofer box with a 12 inch Special Application Memphis Audio Sub woofer (15SA12D4). There is at least 3/4 of an inch between the sub and bar so the speaker can be used.
Here is the sub behind the seat
its hard to see, but my fingers are not even touching the sub, I was just holding the bar with my fingers, if I put my fingers farther in, I touch the sub rubber edge, but not the actual sub, but its got PLENTY of room to move.
the box looks and sounds amazing. I then went to his Tint World Location (down the street) and they installed my Amps/Speakers/Fosgate 3Sixty.3 (not pictured).
I was a little hesitant about Memphis Audio because the lack of reviews, however when searching I found many little comments/replies that put them over kicker/others, and even one where a person stated they sounded better than Focal's....not sure what speaker/line. Like any manufacturer, they carry Good, Better, Best....etc. I went with their Power reference series. 6x9 components in the front and 6.5 coaxial in the rear. (PRX69C)
Well all I have to say is WOW. These guys were amazing. I watched as they took apart my truck carefully and wired every thing through the truck. Tons of zip ties/custom speaker mounts/screws/fuses/4 gauge/sound deaden-er, etc.
In the past I have done my own installs, but this time I couldn't pass up the deal that Ameraguard/Tint World gave me, not only that, but if I messed something up it would cost me more, where as they have all the tools/products/connections to get anything fixed if anything went wrong. I'm so glad I did. One thing that I learned was that just because you have great speakers, doesn't mean they will sound great. Placement/installation makes a huge difference and these guys knew their stuff.
If your in/near San Antonio, you should hit these guys up. Every time I was there they had tons of dealership trucks/cars they were modding so the dealership could sell them. Pretty much any mod you can think of, these guys do it and they stand behind their work. I now have a truck that looks stock, but have premium audio integrated.
How much was the box? How much did they charge you for the install of the rest of the stuff?
I have not found a box for my JL 10" and will call these guys (can you PM me their number?)
Been searching the forums since I got my truck at the end of the year. In every car I owned I have replaced the factory system with a new head unit/speakers/sub. Well, I knew when buying my Ford I didn't want the Sony system/upgraded speaker package due to the "hassles" i was reading about with aftermarket integration. So I picked up my XLT with just the My Touch ford 8inch navigation screen.
Just like many others in this forum the sound was muffled/muddy/etc. I really needed a new system. I saw the new 2015 speaker upgrades only gave an 8 inch and i wanted at least a 10, if not a 12. I came from 2 10's in a custom box i made.
Well space behind the seat is limited, especially if you raise the seats and want to use the space under it. I built a couple of test pieces/boxes and found that there is room if you can angle the speaker at the bottom, unfortunately the box would be thin and probably sound like crap.
I had just got my truck bed lined at Ameraguard in San Antonio (they do all mods/bed liners/lights/grills/painting/Tinting, etc. for dealers in San Antonio). The owner, Danny, also owns Tint World Leon Valley (each Tint World is a franchise, so be careful) and I asked him if they built custom sub enclosures. He said yes and sent me to his Sound Guy who looked at my rear seat area.
I told him I wanted a 12 inch sub that would be usable in ANY position the seat was in, folded down/up/regular. SO here is the result. A custom fiberglass sub woofer box with a 12 inch Special Application Memphis Audio Sub woofer (15SA12D4). There is at least 3/4 of an inch between the sub and bar so the speaker can be used.
Here is the sub behind the seat
its hard to see, but my fingers are not even touching the sub, I was just holding the bar with my fingers, if I put my fingers farther in, I touch the sub rubber edge, but not the actual sub, but its got PLENTY of room to move.
When the seat is in the up position you can fit your fingers easily between the sub and the back bar/seat.
the box looks and sounds amazing. I then went to his Tint World Location (down the street) and they installed my Amps/Speakers/Fosgate 3Sixty.3 (not pictured).
I was a little hesitant about Memphis Audio because the lack of reviews, however when searching I found many little comments/replies that put them over kicker/others, and even one where a person stated they sounded better than Focal's....not sure what speaker/line. Like any manufacturer, they carry Good, Better, Best....etc. I went with their Power reference series. 6x9 components in the front and 6.5 coaxial in the rear. (PRX69C)
Well all I have to say is WOW. These guys were amazing. I watched as they took apart my truck carefully and wired every thing through the truck. Tons of zip ties/custom speaker mounts/screws/fuses/4 gauge/sound deaden-er, etc.
In the past I have done my own installs, but this time I couldn't pass up the deal that Ameraguard/Tint World gave me, not only that, but if I messed something up it would cost me more, where as they have all the tools/products/connections to get anything fixed if anything went wrong. I'm so glad I did. One thing that I learned was that just because you have great speakers, doesn't mean they will sound great. Placement/installation makes a huge difference and these guys knew their stuff.
In the end I am very happy with it, still need some more tuning done, but that will be done towards the middle of the week. I can't wait, the system as it is now sounds amazing, as if I was actually there on stage with some songs. My wife (who didn't want me to do anything) listened to it and agreed that it sounded amazing...(it was a surprise, I thought I was sleeping on the couch )
If your in/near San Antonio, you should hit these guys up. Every time I was there they had tons of dealership trucks/cars they were modding so the dealership could sell them. Pretty much any mod you can think of, these guys do it and they stand behind their work. I now have a truck that looks stock, but have premium audio integrated.
My next integration will be a tablet with a USB to Optical that plugs directly into the 3Sixty.3. Hopefully this will sound awesome.
Hi are you able to fold the bottom seat cushion up? I have a 2017 Super Duty which I think has the same cab and trying to figure if I can fit larger than 8 inch shallow mounts behind there. I noticed when you fold the bottom seat cushion up, it actually pushes the seat back rest back even further. Is it the same on the F150's?
Hi are you able to fold the bottom seat cushion up? I have a 2017 Super Duty which I think has the same cab and trying to figure if I can fit larger than 8 inch shallow mounts behind there. I noticed when you fold the bottom seat cushion up, it actually pushes the seat back rest back even further. Is it the same on the F150's?
If you Took The Time, to read his Post! Youd know the Answer, to your question!
02-14-2016, 05:12 PM
2015 F150 XLT SuperCrew Audio Upgrade & Sub Behind Seat
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