Hidden Westy storage space exposed! (front seats)

Team WorldTour · Posted: Wed Jan 04, 2012 6:17 am Post subject:

A victim of Mavericks, I'm afraid....

(no, not seriously, I don't know,)
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oreana123 · Posted: Wed Jan 04, 2012 11:25 am Post subject:

I just got done working in the area below the front seats. I applied a Dyna-mat type of soundproofing. My tap test shows that the metal is muffled compared to the snare drum effect left by the factory. Any drawer that is installed will definitely reduce road noise as well.

Elliott · Posted: Tue Jan 10, 2012 1:51 am Post subject:

I removed the panels yesterday with a rented Sawzall from a local hardware store...thanks to the OP for the how to! I was ever so slightly worried about loosing a finger, but it really wasn't that hard to use..just a little awkward to get the correct angle...

I installed an amp under the driver's side....

Now does anyone happen to know of a powered subwoofer that fits under the passenger seat??

I was looking at the Sound Ordnance from Crutchfield, but it looks like it's about half an inch too tall... Anyone have any knowledge to drop here?

Thanks!!

shizzon · Posted: Mon Mar 26, 2012 7:40 am Post subject:

was also thinking of doing the sound ordinance under one of the front seats. did this work for you?
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teej · Posted: Mon Mar 26, 2012 8:01 am Post subject:

I installed a Boss flat sub under the passenger seat in 2010, with swivel. How?

1. Swivel base is bolted in, not stock from factory which is welded.

2. Willingness to mod the brand new sub box with router to clearance as needed, especially for the swivel release rod. I think I may have modded the rod a bit too. Definitely not drop-in install, but it is possible. Super tight, but works nicely.

So it can be done if you are determined.

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teej · Posted: Mon Mar 26, 2012 10:16 am Post subject:

^^^^

Why I am the driver!

Actually it is not earth-shaking, mostly just fills out the sound. I would prefer it elsewhere, I'd rather hear than feel the bass, but we didn't want to lose storage space.
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chimivee · Posted: Mon Mar 26, 2012 10:31 am Post subject:

teej · Posted: Mon Mar 26, 2012 10:30 pm Post subject:

chimivee

syncromike · Posted: Mon Mar 26, 2012 11:30 pm Post subject: under seat storage

Nice work with the subwoofer! On my base Vanagon, if I slide the seat back a bit, I can access that storage area without cutting any sheet metal. Are the Westys more cramped with the swivel? I use the space to store the front curtains and a dashboard sun protector/visor on the passenger side and my Dockstar (squeezeplug media server) in front of the aux battery on the driver side.
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almo · Posted: Sun Jun 03, 2012 11:42 pm Post subject: Top panel??

teej · Posted: Mon Jun 04, 2012 5:56 am Post subject:

Reread my post which you quoted, point #1.

Others have had success approaching from the front by cutting out the sheet metal.

Good luck.
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shizzon · Posted: Mon Jun 04, 2012 8:16 am Post subject:

Also, I should note, when I removed the Boss logo (held down by two torx screws), I found that I was getting some weird buzzing noise. Problem was solved by simply screwing the torx back in, without the logo.
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almo · Posted: Mon Jun 04, 2012 9:53 am Post subject:

teej · Posted: Mon Jun 04, 2012 2:43 pm Post subject:

shizzon · Posted: Mon Jun 04, 2012 3:06 pm Post subject:

if you can, turn on the sub with some heavy bass, then plug those holes with your fingers. I noticed a big difference in the buzziness when i did that...
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TommyBoyGomes · Posted: Fri Feb 15, 2013 6:09 pm Post subject:

Hey guys,

I'm about to install the Boss 600 subwoofer under the passenger seat in my multivan tomorrow. Quick question though... if I remove the seat and drop the sub into that secret space from the top, do I still need to cut out the front? I would think that I could fit the sub in there without cutting out the front near the passenger's legs, right? Thanks.

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Team WorldTour · Posted: Fri Feb 15, 2013 9:37 pm Post subject:

As long as you don't plan on getting at it quickly, I don't see why not.
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