sub help

[vsofouk]

Hey guys, i just installed a kicker 6.5" sub and it distorts liek ****, I checked to make sure the phase was correct which it is. The sub is a kicker 2ohm. What is the stock sub ohmed at? Sadly enough i have to turn the bass all the way down so it doesn't sound like crap. The blown stock sub sounded 100X better. Any Suggestions?

 

[the4biddendonut]

Replace the amp. There's no way the stock amp will be stable down to 2 ohms. I think the stock sub is 6 ohms.

 

[vsofouk]

would it be simpler to just buy a 4ohm sub? if not what amp would you recommend to use with the stock wiring?

 

[94carolinaSHO]

I have an old 4ohm sub in my car and it sounds ok. I think the stock amp doesnt do it justice but what do you expect with mixing a newish sub with 16 year old sound equipment. I am in the process of building up a setup. It maybe your best bet. Craigslist is always an option which i cruise through periodically to see anything striking my fancy that doesnt shout out stolen. You can try the 4 ohm mine is also an 8''. Had to modify the box a bit to make it work. Good luck.

 

[deercrusher]

I'd go on CL and get an amp that is 2ohm stable, and try to stay away from brands like pyramid, jensen, etc....