Hello,
This past weekend I put together my first subwoofer flat pack - glued, drilled, sanded, rolled over, primed, and painted (duratex). I am ready to start connecting the driver, box, and amp, but I had a few questions before I proceed...
1. I understand how to connect 14awg cable to the
neutrik nl4fx speakon 4 pole cable connector with a pozidrive #1, but I am a bit confused how to connect cable between the
speakon mount and the
gt5-15 driver which both have rectangular metal pieces with small holes in the middle. It was mentioned that
these Gold Spade Lug Crimp Terminals(which I own) would do the trick, but I am not sure I understand how they connect. Do I need to solder the lugs to the driver and mount?
2. The driver is a very tight fit into the outer rim of the
flat pack (I got the Dayton Ultimax 15 cut). I am thinking about sanding it down just a little bit more so that it fits in a little more easily. Is
this gasketing tape supposed to fit between the driver and box at the outer lip, inner lip, or both? If the outer lip, I assume I need to sand it down further. Do you have a recommendation for how to do that? And part two to the sanding question, there is a 1/8" or so lift of the driver from the plane of the box, even when fully in. Is that acceptable, or do I need to find a way of sanding the inner rim down further to place the driver deeper into the wood?
3. I am looking to put a "grill" (can't be metal, foam, or fabric, so I am thinking thin and holey plastic) overtop the driver end of the box when complete. Do you have any idea where I might find such a "grill"? If not, I have a 3D printer friend who should be able to make it happen for me!
4. It was recommended that I use polyester pillows inside the sealed sub. If this is the best option, what do you recommend for affixing the pillows to the inside of the 3 cu ft box?
Thanks for your advice in advance!
Chad