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KP97DAK
Dodge Dakota
8/16/2001
17:48:27
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Hey... I just got my Thunderfrom from hifisoundconnections.com for $285 (loaded) shipped. That was a pretty good deal. I was just wondering, what do you people who have them think about the MTX 6000 subs that are in them. I haven't gotten mine in yet but im going to be pushing them with a MTX 4202 amp. I think that should hit fairly hard. Im not going for competition but just a good hard hit. Let me know some of your opinions. Thanks
Kyle
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nbfdexp901
Gen III
8/16/2001
20:02:03
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I installed mine about 2 weeks ago, and mine sound awesome! I got a Legacy 500W (LA430) amp pushin mine, and it rocks...now I just gotta find all the little "rattles" from inside my doors and get rid of them.
Brad Sippel
Black '98 SLT 3.9 V6
Thunderform with 500W Legacy Amp
K&N Filtercharger, Dual Exhaust with Flo-Pro Glasspack
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KP97DAK
Dodge Dakota
8/16/2001
20:12:59
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Thats good to hear... how are you going to find those rattles though? Are they loud enough to piss you off when your driving? Has anyone else had this problem?
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Bluethunder
Dodge Dakota
8/20/2001
10:12:25
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Mine rattkes something under the truck..I heard it the other day while crankin tunes and washing the dak...never heard it from inside though
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steveo
Dodge Dakota
8/21/2001
22:59:26
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bluethunder, i get the same muffled rattle from the underside, any idea what it is? also anyone let me know if there is a solution for this
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nbfdexp901
Gen III
8/21/2001
23:13:50
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my only rattles are coming from my new door speakers...i think it is the grill on the speaker itself...i'll have to check it out. Yes, it is VERY annoying, but it can be easily fixed...
Brad Sippel
Black '98 SLT 3.9 V6
Thunderform with 500W Legacy Amp
K&N Filtercharger, Dual Exhaust with Flo-Pro Glasspack
My Truck
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Bluethunder
Dodge Dakota
8/22/2001
10:33:00
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I havent had time to get under there to see where it is coming from yet..When I know Ill pass it on.
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Jonathan
Dodge Dakota
12/19/2001
16:46:22
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Where did ya'll mount your amp's?
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nbfdexp901
GenIII
12/20/2001
00:25:10
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My amp isn't mounted, it is just sitting on the floor behind my passenger seat...there is NO room to mount anything. If you can...get the amped version of the thunderform...it will save some room and hassle.
Brad Sippel
Black '98 SLT 3.9 V6
Thunderform with 500W Legacy Amp
K&N Filtercharger, Dual Exhaust with Rhino Muffler
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Broeheem
Gen III
12/20/2001
00:45:43
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I'm running two Profile amps - one under each seat.
They both measure around 14"x10"x3", and they DO fit, but there wasn't much room for air circulation, and the sub-amp (pass. side) was tight enough to rub a seat spring, so.....
I lifted the seats. I used flat washers to raise the rear vertical bolts 1/2", but in the front, the bolt holes face forward, so I "fab'd" a steel plate (1/4" x 15" x 2") with one set of holes that bolt to the floor, and a second set 1" higher that connect to the seat rails.
As soon as I get tired of lookin at the plates (you can kinda see 'em with the seats all the way back), I'll make some kind of carpeted cover.
It works good.... now the amps fit fine, the extra height allows me to see my speedo with the steering wheel tilted all the way down, and the 1/2" front-1" back rake feels like my butt's more firmly planted in the seat.
Patriot Blue 2001 SLT Plus Club Cab
4.7L./multi-spd auto/3.55 LSD
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HSKR
Dodge Dakota
12/20/2001
21:04:29
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Mine is mounted on the floor behind drivers seat. Nobody coudl ride behind me when I'm driving anyways so no worries about it getting damaged.
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Nick
Dodge Dakota
12/22/2001
23:58:34
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I have three amps mounted in my truck. They are all about 12x12in in size all of which cannot be seen or take up any usable space (such as under the seats), how? While installing my rear speakers (extended cab)I notice there is a ton of room between the outer body metal and the inside metal. All I did was cut a hole/slot big enough to fit the amp into that space and mount it! I would suggest using larger fuses than required if the fuse holders are part of the amp; and mount a separate fuse block easily accessable elsewere in the vehicle.
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Rob
Dodge Dakota
1/06/2002
05:01:40
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Had my thunderform in for over a year now, and still loving it.
Only had 2 bad rattles so far, and found them both. First was the plastic trim above the carpet on the back wall of the cab (so, right above the thunderform, below the window). Second is the plastic peice you would pull up on if you wanted to unlock the passenger door.
Goodluck!
99 CC Dakota 4x4
Alpine CDA7873, Alpine 6.5s in the doors, Thunderform w/MTX6000 subs, Soundstream Sub Amp
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chase
Dodge Dakota
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1/24/2002
16:23:53
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I was gonna get one myself but i decided to build my own. Its awsome I made it for 2 12" subs, 2 six and a half in. componet sets and a amp rack for 2 amps and still have a seat , seatbelts and cupholders and legroom all custom. It looks really great. but they come with 6000's for a reason, its made for those subs with perfect airspace if you put a bigger sub it wouldnt sound nearly as good
so keep bumpin
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fourgivn1
Dodge Dakota
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1/25/2002
15:14:11
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Looking at all the posts concerning thunderforms and am pretty excited. I managed to get an unloaded Thunderform for $135, and can get a set of Polk Ex's from Crutchfield.com (or something comparable) for about $100 (I have about $20 in credit w/them), and I have the amp, so this means that I will get what I want for right around $240. Not too shabby. :-)
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Viper Dak
Dodge Dakota
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1/27/2002
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I've had my thunderform for aver a year and 1/2 now, and my only rattles came from the mettal bars that connect the plastic push down locks to the actual door locks. I put some rubber hose around these rods and it has seemed to fix the problem (the doors just lock a little harder from the inside, but i'll take that over a rattle anyday!!!) I'm running 2 kicker amps the bigger of the two being the 1302 kicker amp, which has managed to blow my subs twice so far. I actually just replaced them again today...lol. Good luck with the rattles guys!!!
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Mike G.
Dodge Dakota
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2/12/2002
00:10:42
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Will the loaded thunder forms fit in a 96' Club Cab if so where can I find one?
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nbfdexp901
GenIII
2/12/2002
00:21:08
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don't know Mike...I believe they are 1997-2001...but I am not sure.
If anyone is interested, I have my loaded thunderform for sale...first $225 takes it. It is in perfect condition, and sounds excellent!
Brad Sippel
Black '98 SLT 3.9 V6
Thunderform with 500W Legacy Amp
K&N Filtercharger, Dual Exhaust with Rhino Muffler
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LUVMYDAK
Dodge Dakota
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2/13/2002
08:17:42
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nbfdexp901
By saying loaded does that include the amp? Also will it fit a 2001 and how much to ship to NY? thanx
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fourgivn1
Dodge Dakota
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2/13/2002
08:44:49
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The MTX Thunderforms fit the 1997 to 2001 Daks. Loaded comes with the 2 MTX Thunder 6000's but not the amp. I've got the same thing for sale, and also have an amp as well...for anyone who wants/needs one, let me know.
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fourgivn1
Dodge Dakota
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2/13/2002
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A note to all those with 2002 Dak CC's. I just bought a Thunderform with 2 Thunder 6000's.....only to find out that it doesn't fit. Specifically, one of the notches in the back of it that are supposed to make room for the brackets on the fold-up seats (when they fold down) does not line up, and that means either cutting off that bracket on the seat (NOT) or cutting out a notch from the Thunderform itself...turning it from a sealed enclosure into a 'ported' enclosure. It would then have to be sealed up. According to MTX it has to do with the fact that the Dak's are made in 2 different places, and a lot of the ones from Michigan have this problem. (Guess where mine's from.) They say they're going to fix it next year.
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Harper
Dodge Dakota
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2/13/2002
20:51:57
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I bought the Thunderforms about two months ago and was pushing them with a Memphis amp, bridged 250 watts. The amp fried itself because the dorks at the stereo shop wired it up WRONG!! So, I ended up going with a Memphis 500x1 amp and replaced the speakers with Xtant A series, they sound so good in the MTX box!!! I recommend if you want some cleaner bass try the Xtants!!
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Mike G.
Dodge Dakota
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2/14/2002
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What I mean by loaded is yes to speakers, amped would be nice however that is an option at this time. Is there anyone who would be able to answer my question. Would the thunderform that is currently available be able to fit in a 96' Club Cab?
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fourgivn1
Dodge Dakota
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2/14/2002
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From what I can see, it probably would not fit because both the interior and exterior were updated for the 1997 year.
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matrice
Dodge Dakota
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2/16/2002
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guys i think the rattle is the e brake cable set up
cause when i shut my door i can hear it rattle and it is underneath the same location that the box would be in
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Chase Natoli
Dodge Dakota
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4/08/2002
23:22:57
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I am looking for a loaded thunderform, just got a fairly new '98 dakota slt, and am looking into a lot of future mods, but I can't continue on without my bumps along the way. If anyone can help me out just reply or e-mail me cnatoli@hotmail.com. Thank you,
Chase
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nbfdexp901
GenIII
4/08/2002
23:59:25
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well guys, just thought i'd check back. had my 98 Ram 1500 for 2 months and I still love it. I'm looking for a sub (or subs) that I can put in, I've noticed the thunderform for the ram, as well as a Q-Logic QForm that goes either behind the center console or a sub that goes IN the center seat (I have bench seats). All are above the pricing I am loking for. Anyone have any other ideas? I am looking to spend around $150 or so, for the enclosure and the subs. I have an amp to use. Thanks for your help!
Brad Sippel
Black '98 SLT 3.9 V6
Thunderform with 500W Legacy Amp
K&N Filtercharger, Dual Exhaust with Rhino Muffler
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dakota657
Dodge Dakota
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4/09/2002
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I ahve the infinty system, where are the facorty amps, and any one know where i can get a tunderforms box, but i want to put a JL in there!
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SinCity R/T
Dodge Dakota
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4/09/2002
11:06:04
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The absolute cheapest place to buy MTX Thunderforms is www.hifisoundconnection.com. Contact Lisa at sales@hifisoundconnection.com if you need a quote for a product other than the regular thunderform - mention my Dakota website to get some amazing deals. I have her special pricing posted on the group buys page here, or on my aftermarket accessories page (audio section) on my website.
For the guy with the Ram - unfortunately there isn't any company out there who will sell a pair of subs with a customized enclosure for $150. You could get a generic box with some cheap subs from Best Buy for about that much, but the custom-fit parts like the Thunderform will run about $250 shipped with a pair of subs.
For The JL Audio guy - you should really skip this product unless you absolutely must retain the factory tool tray. The JL Audio drop-in only holds one 8" subwoofer, gets rid of all of your storage space, costs about as much as the Thunderform, and raises the front of your back seat by about an inch, giving it an odd angle. The Thunderform gives you TWO 10" subs, space for your jack and lug wrench set, and is close enough to the stock seat height that your seats don't sit at odd angles. Definitely worth the price. If you're really stuck on the JL Audio product I think I have a link on my website on the aftermarket accessories page.
SinCity R/T
http://www.dakota-durango.com
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Red4.7
Dodge Dakota
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4/11/2002
21:09:22
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can i do anything with my 02' RC dakota? Or do i have to have ext. cab :(
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SinCity R/T
Dodge Dakota
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4/12/2002
01:46:41
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MTX Thunderforms are for Extended Cab trucks only.
SinCity R/T
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