Building a Ported Subwoofer Box w/ Kicker SOLO X 12 | How to Build DIY Slot Port Using CAR AUDIO APP

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  • Опубліковано 2 лип 2023
  • Having a blast hooking up our buddy Remy with a fresh new subwoofer box for his 12" Kicker SOLO X!!! Had a bunch of hilarious things happen along the way, but we show how to bust through no problem. Come join the fun as we make this simple enclosure design and get that good ole square sub flexing nice! Thanks for watching and subscribing :)
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    Things In This Video:
    Getting Supplies For Making a Box
    Cutting Wood In Parking Lot to Fit
    Checking Out Remy's Suburban
    Playing Some Free Air Excursion
    Explaining Box Designs & Port Tuning
    Building The Sub Enclosure
    Carpeting Outside For Good Looks
    Wiring The Subwoofers Voice Coils
    Demoing the BASS!
    Music By: Epidemic & UA-cam Music
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  • @EXOcontralto
    @EXOcontralto  Рік тому +103

    Happy 4th!!! Hope you enjoy this fun little bass project! Even after all the hilarious hiccups, it was still a great time hanging out and laughing 😃 Thanks for watching!!!
    Need car audio gear? Check out Showtime! showtimeelectronics.com/

    • @Car_audio1
      @Car_audio1 Рік тому +2

      Hi love all your vids boggesy fan and thats one of my dream subs

    • @stanleyspankler5671
      @stanleyspankler5671 Рік тому

      I bondo mistakes that happened like that with bearings

    • @martyostrander4034
      @martyostrander4034 Рік тому

      You

    • @markkoviack3234
      @markkoviack3234 Рік тому

      Get you some 1/4inch spiral flush trim bits. They are hands down the best. The big ones you are use work good but the bearings don't like them speeds

    • @HellTriX
      @HellTriX Рік тому

      What is the android box app?

  • @jonadkins9339
    @jonadkins9339 Рік тому +185

    Exo: "We just gotta out of home depot" *Lowes in the background*

    • @EXOcontralto
      @EXOcontralto  Рік тому +69

      WOOPS 😅

    • @riveralley
      @riveralley Рік тому +8

      ​@EXOcontralto They're kind of the same thing. Hope you're having a great Day EXO!!!!

    • @bengraham9132
      @bengraham9132 Рік тому +3

      Lol, my thoughts exactly

    • @overpricedsundown
      @overpricedsundown Рік тому +2

      Same shit

    • @johnyz82
      @johnyz82 Рік тому +2

      That's the first thing I noticed also lol.

  • @JustinGrosz
    @JustinGrosz Рік тому +61

    More then anything. The best part of this is to see EXO has made yet another life long friend in Remy. Great to see you two work together outside the job. Car audio building friendships is such a great thing!

    • @rndmlogin
      @rndmlogin 3 місяці тому

      This is why I love watching these videos. Just some friends do a fun project! I'd hang out with these guys and have a fun time doing it.

  • @93nyjetsfan
    @93nyjetsfan Рік тому +32

    Flush trim bits are not meant for cutting through wood, they’re designed to trim. I learned that the hard way myself. The bearing on my Bosch bit seized up, luckily it didn’t explode so I didn’t damage my project. Bought a replacement and haven’t had a problem since, it’s been several years now

  • @TH-en9fl
    @TH-en9fl Рік тому +79

    Looks like your flush trim bit might be burned up and creating way more heat than a sharp bit and overheating the bearing. Also you had the depth alittle shallow on the outside in a cpl of shots that might have hurt the first one but that many failing is crazy.

    • @orthjames1555
      @orthjames1555 Рік тому +7

      I was just going to say that bit need to change 😅

    • @steventhomas5865
      @steventhomas5865 Рік тому +2

      The sound told me and then him adjusting the speed showed me it was spinning too fast.

  • @TheLivingTribunal
    @TheLivingTribunal Рік тому +5

    As a carpenter i can tell you how funny it is to see him using the router like that , you have to do it gradually not once :) but you have good videos anyway ,thats why i subscribed years ago.

  • @mroldschool609
    @mroldschool609 Рік тому +22

    The trimmer is only meant to trim a tiny amount, make sure u cut with jigsaw as close to line as u can then use trimmer......the amount of heat and vibration is far to much work for the bearing cutter.........everyone has done the same m8

    • @JasonWW2000
      @JasonWW2000 Рік тому +1

      Yes, exactly!

    • @claybirdyshaw5737
      @claybirdyshaw5737 2 місяці тому

      The biggest problem was actually that the bit wasn't deep enough. If you look at the very first trim he did on the baffle overhang there was a thin piece of wood left all the way around the perimeter of the box that he had to sand off. That was wedging between the bearing and the bit causing lateral force which radial bearings can not handle. It is still a good idea to trim smaller amounts and don't use it for cutting, but that would not cause 5 or 6 bearing failures with that amount of cutting. he needs to drop the bit a little or get a longer flush trim bit if that isn't possible.

  • @luckynumb1
    @luckynumb1 3 місяці тому +2

    Exo! Huge tip for carpeting, I ran a sub box business and carpeting seams was the hardest for sure. My biggest trick though, was having a can of black spray paint! Spray along where you are going to lay the carpet before gluing, and even if there is gaps, it will black to match the carpet and not look as bad. Hope this helps!

  • @nicholasferrell3043
    @nicholasferrell3043 Рік тому +2

    EXO just is such a natural genuine person especially when he's working, he's a funny, genuine, funny, unique, joyful guy. You can't really find that nowadays..

  • @Maswan._.
    @Maswan._. 4 дні тому +1

    damn EXO just suggested giving the box the ol HAWK TUAH 😂🤣 40:26

  • @matmichalke5734
    @matmichalke5734 Рік тому +8

    The drill press idea can work if you use the correct bit, the one you used had a screw tip to help the spade pull through 2x material. Use a holesaw bit

  • @GHCarbon
    @GHCarbon Рік тому +6

    pro tip. use smaler flush trim tool if going full cut like in 39:20 that big of a tool create a lot of friction and a lot of heat. and that bit you use is shot :P

  • @shagga070
    @shagga070 Рік тому +7

    spraypainting the inside of the port black will make the box look better

    • @JasonWW2000
      @JasonWW2000 Рік тому

      Once the carpets on, brush that black paint on! Lol

  • @Mikessv1
    @Mikessv1 Рік тому +4

    Exo is the man, I love how he is always helping everyone, Super humble and awesome dude.

  • @MISHA_M_SPL
    @MISHA_M_SPL Рік тому +3

    Трек в конце по радовал )👍

  • @GigawattGarage
    @GigawattGarage Рік тому +5

    Watched the whole vid, super interesting to see the whole process. I built my first box with my friends dad who builds cabinets and has no idea about car audio. Just followed manufacture’s a sketch up diagram and turned out great. Getting ready to build a bigger better box now so it’s nice to see the whole process from someone who knows how to do it correctly

  • @acesontilt77
    @acesontilt77 Рік тому +8

    Those router bits are DULL AF! Time for a new set bro!

  • @bradfordbowman8203
    @bradfordbowman8203 Рік тому +10

    Love the content! Look forward to more of the megabuild with the 12 18s!

  • @Mr.NiceGuy80
    @Mr.NiceGuy80 Рік тому +16

    Man, happy 4th buddy. Your positive energy is contagious. I really needed it today.

    • @EXOcontralto
      @EXOcontralto  Рік тому +6

      Appreciate you watching! Hope you have a great holiday tomorrow bro

  • @olwethuradebe7869
    @olwethuradebe7869 Рік тому +1

    what i like about u bro, is the fact that u don't hide your mistakes. that helps us a lot. keep up the good work👊

  • @Jonny2Fingers
    @Jonny2Fingers Рік тому +3

    I love build video’s. They are so satisfying to watch!

  • @kylewinstonpillay4165
    @kylewinstonpillay4165 Рік тому +7

    Appreciate the effort you put into editing these videos and the content... Stay strong bro 💪🏻🔥

  • @YodasButtCheekz
    @YodasButtCheekz Рік тому +1

    This was great to watch, I'm very new to car audio anything and trying to learn all that I can. I love that you leave the mistakes in. I actually gained something watching this and this channel has been great to watch the last few days.

  • @MAGGOT_VOMIT
    @MAGGOT_VOMIT 11 місяців тому

    Love seeing everything doin' the WIBBLE!! 😵‍💫👍

  • @ianprice2441
    @ianprice2441 Рік тому +2

    Sweet build, guys!!! What a Blast!!! That thing was pounding for 1!! I can't wait to see the db test.

  • @CajunReaper95
    @CajunReaper95 Рік тому +2

    I’ve been doing my best just got over one of the hardest times of my life, found out I had stage 3 squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck aka head and neck cancer in 2021 and finally beat it last year, 7 rounds of chemo and 35 rounds of radiation, took a toll on my body but I am doing my best to get back up to where I was.

    • @sebitester
      @sebitester 3 місяці тому

      Let's go! Keep going bro

  • @chob8668
    @chob8668 Рік тому +3

    You gotta love the videos like this one thing after another going wrong with the build but still managed to pull out a good box and vid 👌🏻

  • @HillbillyRefrigeration
    @HillbillyRefrigeration Рік тому +15

    Thanks for coming in clutch with an awesome full length video. Glad to see Remy. Two down to earth bassheads bonding over bass I love it!

  • @chandlerlofton6536
    @chandlerlofton6536 Рік тому +2

    Can’t wait for the solo 15s to come out!

  • @Mr.NiceGuy80
    @Mr.NiceGuy80 Рік тому +2

    Dude, when Remy was talking about shooting yourself with the brad nailer. I remember my boss passing out when I shot myself in the hand with a framing nailer. So funny.

    • @EXOcontralto
      @EXOcontralto  Рік тому +2

      Dammn dude! Bet that made some fun shit talking material for the guys to never let you forget lol 😅 Glad you weren't hurt bad tho!

    • @Mr.NiceGuy80
      @Mr.NiceGuy80 Рік тому +1

      @@EXOcontralto t'was only a fleshwound! I pulled the nail back out, luckily it didn't get any bones. Woke up my boss and got back to work! LOL

    • @EXOcontralto
      @EXOcontralto  Рік тому +1

      ​@@Mr.NiceGuy80atta boy!!!

  • @fortyfukinseven
    @fortyfukinseven Рік тому +1

    Huge love that you make videos for beginners. I've been messing around for years, but I almost always learn something when I see your vids. Keep it up, bro.

  • @brandenwalrath3012
    @brandenwalrath3012 11 місяців тому

    Wow that is amazing!

  • @kalebdelong3781
    @kalebdelong3781 Рік тому +1

    Heck yea exo! Always puts a smile on my face watching these. All the little behind the scene clips of you commentating over the router bearing issues. I just finished my 1989 Honda civics stereo with two psi platform 3 12s. All the bells and whistles, high power, carbon fiber, larger terminals, high roll surround, and the red f*ck it logo. Definitely the loudest or one of the loudest around southeast Idaho!

  • @ishkabibbledib2729
    @ishkabibbledib2729 Рік тому

    Lot of fun watching this!

  • @SirSloop1919
    @SirSloop1919 Рік тому

    classic EXO content right here!!!!

  • @Bobcatspiritdude
    @Bobcatspiritdude Рік тому

    Happy 4th Exo & Remy . Cool box build 😎
    One of things that's great about your channel , is you show mistakes and then explained what happened. You're honesty and good energy are always appreciated bud ! ! !
    Bass On 💪😇👍

  • @TheRowdyRudy
    @TheRowdyRudy 10 місяців тому

    if i could tell you how loud i fucking screamed in joy after realizing i get to watch a 1hr long EXO video bro??? AHJKSPKFHSKJGHIPSGHSHGKSJ LETS GOOOOOOOOOOO

  • @jakedainty6935
    @jakedainty6935 Рік тому +1

    love your vids EXO

  • @Hless421
    @Hless421 Рік тому

    Hell yea!! Taking it back to the roots. Simple box build.

  • @CoquiAudio
    @CoquiAudio Рік тому +1

    Happy 4th!!!! EXO weuuu! 😊

  • @williamforbes7156
    @williamforbes7156 Рік тому

    thanks for sharing great build.

  • @descolero1
    @descolero1 7 місяців тому

    Hellyeah some exo backflip action! 😮

  • @hpacalypse79
    @hpacalypse79 10 місяців тому

    Sick man! Great job!

  • @hapkrs
    @hapkrs Рік тому +1

    Bass is an amazing thing. Good job exo.

  • @rubensdomm
    @rubensdomm Рік тому

    I love it, the dynamic duo, excellent EXO video.

  • @johnebuckland
    @johnebuckland Рік тому

    What a great instructional video. I will be coming back to this in the future.
    Glad to see Norfleet is looking good.
    Love ya EXO❤

  • @pnwscitech1589
    @pnwscitech1589 Рік тому +11

    Hey EXO! Love your vids. Just a friendly suggestion, you may need to look into sharpening your flush trim bit. If you see smoke when cutting its a dull blade, that's why you see the dark spots on the plywood.
    Edit: I posted this right before the bearing blew up. The heat from dull blades can destroy the bearing. That's likely why it's blew up on you.

  • @jerrybolding6473
    @jerrybolding6473 Рік тому

    Sounds great man

  • @long-range-eliminator
    @long-range-eliminator 10 місяців тому

    Great content xo.. glad had some good o tennessee guys on here

  • @MrDopey32
    @MrDopey32 Рік тому

    Happy 4th to you as well EXO! Great video! Always used to love when helping a buddy do a system, super fun!!

  • @envybass4566
    @envybass4566 Рік тому

    Sweet video exo

  • @ricardomiguelcunninghamel4468
    @ricardomiguelcunninghamel4468 11 місяців тому

    The results are amazing 💪🏾🔥

  • @tricombfarmer7320
    @tricombfarmer7320 Місяць тому

    I came to these comments to say “stop asking for a DEAL” you guys see what this took and how mad someone can get. Not everything is easy. Nice video kool ppl ima subscribe

  • @cammims7645
    @cammims7645 4 місяці тому

    Nice nice. Thanks for the video.
    I got an old school Kicker Solo X 18.
    I’m tuned too 33 hertz. Using a
    Jp 2300 amp slamming on the Lows and Highs. Love it! Gave me some ideas thanks for the video!

  • @RyanBassForLife
    @RyanBassForLife Рік тому +1

    Nice and yeah that Kicker Solo X is nice.

  • @Burden1113
    @Burden1113 Рік тому

    You're the best EXO. Enjoyed every minute.

  • @crttechs873
    @crttechs873 Рік тому

    I love watching exo

  • @norcarl707
    @norcarl707 Рік тому +1

    so awesome. Big fan of all your videos..

  • @bigstew9724
    @bigstew9724 Рік тому

    Yea baby! Another great video!

  • @JAM-ur8tj
    @JAM-ur8tj Рік тому +11

    The Solox has surpassed all my expectations I absolutely love it. Great video bro💯👍

  • @sgtJOOSEcapeS
    @sgtJOOSEcapeS Рік тому

    EXO and REM make a great 👍 team frfr... EXO mental health at home is kinda degrading and subs n box builds is his Savior 😊... I'm with you 😎💯 brotha

  • @johnsmith-qz4bv
    @johnsmith-qz4bv Рік тому

    nice work looks great ....

  • @robertskelley3465
    @robertskelley3465 Рік тому

    Same wood I built my wall with!! It’s been very good to me. Sturdy and easy to work with. And not very heavy.

  • @joecooke899
    @joecooke899 Рік тому

    i love it great job guys!!!

  • @dmcd7258
    @dmcd7258 Рік тому

    Love the vid man, great work!

  • @beemackin2316
    @beemackin2316 Рік тому

    Great job Great team indeed

  • @rtronicslab1253
    @rtronicslab1253 Рік тому

    have learned so much...confident enough to build my own one...thanks man😊

  • @DarrenShaw-ev5tb
    @DarrenShaw-ev5tb Рік тому +1

    Dude ! The way you operate that router - Scares the crap out of me !! ( lol

  • @Mcdonough007
    @Mcdonough007 Рік тому

    Sweet video man👍

  • @paulmessamore2440
    @paulmessamore2440 8 місяців тому

    I just got an old L7 and needed a box and poof your video popped up nice to see a video on my feed again was thinking about you the other day see ya still having fun. Glad to see brother

  • @gazcrx
    @gazcrx 9 місяців тому

    great video matey 😊

  • @franciscodavila2315
    @franciscodavila2315 Рік тому

    Good job on that custom bass box. I like it!👍👍👍👍👍

  • @sebastianvazquez5320
    @sebastianvazquez5320 Рік тому +1

    I'm always excited to see when you upload. Literally left home early and got the notification you uploaded. Can't wait to see a vid of progress on your van

    • @EXOcontralto
      @EXOcontralto  Рік тому +4

      Hell yeah, hope you enjoy watching! Quite a few laughs to be had on this one 😅

  • @Chuck_Sanders
    @Chuck_Sanders Рік тому

    Love Blonde Wood. Used it for years, and just looks great as well.

  • @MegaBillWood
    @MegaBillWood 10 місяців тому

    Nice to see Exo working with a good friend.
    Made my watch even better.

  • @skidogg113
    @skidogg113 Рік тому +1

    Nice video bro love the longer video btw...

  • @johnnybojorquez3489
    @johnnybojorquez3489 11 місяців тому

    man !!! i love youre vids ! super humble audio channel brother 😅

  • @cristovalmontoya5222
    @cristovalmontoya5222 Рік тому

    Man great video 🎉

  • @mr.18s73
    @mr.18s73 Рік тому

    Love your videos brother very helpful and chill

  • @MaxFiveGames
    @MaxFiveGames Рік тому +1

    OMG an hour of EXO... We are living good today boyz!!!

  • @zekoon2
    @zekoon2 Місяць тому

    Exo You have a very wonderful, funny and humble friend. You guys are awesome and good job bro 👍

  • @flat4ification
    @flat4ification Рік тому

    I love how you said you just left Home Depot with Lowe's in the background. That is awesome to me and then I love the slam on the store not having someone there to cut the boards for you with the next shot was of you doing it yourself in the parking lot. I have enjoyed your content since you built Little Blue but this video made my day. To beat all it was an hour long as well!!! Thanks EXO for making my day special!!! You are great and I wish the best for you!!! I will be patiently waiting for your next video!!!

  • @MrFreeknassty
    @MrFreeknassty 2 місяці тому

    Nice job

  • @pnwtundra07
    @pnwtundra07 Рік тому

    Wouldn't be a exo video without some chaos

  • @Pat-Man81
    @Pat-Man81 Рік тому

    Full watch time another great video exo!

  • @LumenateTV
    @LumenateTV Рік тому

    good to see ya getting back to your roots EXO and hooking up a homie in the process doesn't get any better than that.

  • @midbass.maestro
    @midbass.maestro Рік тому

    Im building a steel framed parallel tuned 6th order bandpass blowthrough and you are my biggest inspiration to tear out my perfectly dialed in ported setup for something more interesting. Me and my gf been watching sience franky

  • @georgethoman82
    @georgethoman82 Рік тому

    The smile on Remy face says that sub is slamming.

  • @adamnorwood8084
    @adamnorwood8084 11 місяців тому

    It was great to see y’all at XS power show. Thanks y’all for taking the time

  • @peacefullman2667
    @peacefullman2667 Рік тому +1

    Exo the man!

  • @bakerbldg
    @bakerbldg 11 місяців тому

    Great video man I am always impressed by your wealth of knowledge

  • @ViniMoraes83
    @ViniMoraes83 Рік тому

    Very Nice

  • @johnstarks5323
    @johnstarks5323 9 місяців тому

    2:15 In a million years, I would have never thought to do that.

  • @DetrellOfATL
    @DetrellOfATL Рік тому

    Nice! 👍🏽

  • @jarrodsargent5818
    @jarrodsargent5818 Рік тому +3

    Hey man, instead of a spade bit I'd recommend using a hole saw to get those radius' on the dowel :)
    Love your videos man, you do sometimes make me feel like you are the "Blippi" for car audio enthusiasts and I love that 😂

  • @jayinmi3706
    @jayinmi3706 Рік тому +2

    For something like that sub opening, I'd use a spiral bit with a few bearings on it. 12vtools sells one with 2 bearings and one with 4 or 5. A normal flush trim isn't really meant to cut through wood like that. Might have been contributing to the auto-speed-changine router.

  • @KeepUrRights
    @KeepUrRights Рік тому

    Nice job bro I get excited when I get a notification that u posted a video n can't wait till I get off work to watch it wish I had someone like u to help me with the dimensions n help build a box

  • @AldenPez
    @AldenPez Рік тому

    Sorry EXO! Ive been putting off watching the cideo because i havent had an hour to sit down and watch it! Cant wait to see more progress on the big build!

  • @timothyg2719
    @timothyg2719 Рік тому +2

    switch to spiral flush trim bits. Up/down spiral bits work best for thick baltic birch. Cuts right through it. Those regular flush trim bits sometimes won't last through 2 minutes of trimming.

  • @CharlesK441
    @CharlesK441 11 місяців тому

    My goodness that bass was bumpin. Now I’m sure my system is below par with 2x12s and bags of power. Guess it’s time for a custom made box for me! Awesome 😊