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JAKES 68GMC · 09-03-2006, 07:21 PM

I have a Alpine CD player that I want to put in my truck. I don't want to cut the dash all apart to put a stereo in, so I was thinking I could mount it under the dash like a CB radio. But I have one big problem, the radio has all the vent holes in the back part. If I mount it under the dash, that would be a good chance to get some water in it.
So my question is, are there any plastic, metal, or fiberglass boxes out there that will keep the water out? Not completely waterproof, but something to just cover the holes up, or will I have to make something? There are those plastic waterproof enclosures/boxes for boats, but I don't need anything that bulky. The players fits good right where I want it, my knee doesn't rub on it, and I can change the station quick when Pink Floyd or Elton John come on, but can crank it up just as quick when theres some AC/DC or Skynyrd playing. Any and all input would be helpful.
Jake

cdowns · 09-03-2006, 07:42 PM

i don't understand where you think this water is going to come from???????
does it rain inside your truck on a regular basis???

chevyboy55 · 09-03-2006, 08:06 PM

I'm sure that was a typo & you meant to say you would turn it UP when Pink Floyd comes on.

57sailplane · 09-03-2006, 08:09 PM

you dont want to cover you stereo with any type of sealed box. yes water will kill a stereo but like the other quote were will the water come from. unless you are planning on pooring a drink down the front of it i think you will be ok.. as far as covers or holders for under the dash i would check radio shack they use to carry this sort of thing and were ferly reasonable. the one thing you should remember is if you close that stereo up even a little it will add heat to your unit. and heat is probably the number one killer of most car stereos.. thats why most of your big car amps have internal fans and the whole outside of the amp is a jiant heat sink.. anyway enough rambling just get a good mount and have fun...

JAKES 68GMC · 09-03-2006, 08:23 PM

Well usually whenever I get in the truck, my shoes are all covered in something wet and nasty, and it would probably fling up into the stereo. Thats was my main concern. I was thinking I could mount the radio to the dash, and take a little piece of tin and bend it to fit around the bottom of the radio. Then I could leave the top side (facing the dash) open so the stereo can vent. I don't want a sealed box because, yes, that will kill my radio. I just kind of wanted a shield over the bottom of the radio to keep crap out. I should have been more informative in my first post.

And no, that wasn't a typo about Pink Floyd.

Rydn2L0w · 09-03-2006, 08:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JAKES 68GMC

I have a Alpine CD player that I want to put in my truck. I don't want to cut the dash all apart to put a stereo in, so I was thinking I could mount it under the dash like a CB radio. But I have one big problem, the radio has all the vent holes in the back part. If I mount it under the dash, that would be a good chance to get some water in it.
So my question is, are there any plastic, metal, or fiberglass boxes out there that will keep the water out? Not completely waterproof, but something to just cover the holes up, or will I have to make something? There are those plastic waterproof enclosures/boxes for boats, but I don't need anything that bulky. The players fits good right where I want it, my knee doesn't rub on it, and I can change the station quick when Pink Floyd or Elton John come on, but can crank it up just as quick when theres some AC/DC or Skynyrd playing. Any and all input would be helpful.
Jake

Is your windshield leaking or something?? I would think under your dash would typically remain fairly dry...Here is something to give you an idea of what could work http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Car-S...QQcmdZViewItem

msgross · 09-03-2006, 08:32 PM

some guys mount them in the glovebox, good pics in some threads.

JAKES 68GMC · 09-03-2006, 08:55 PM

Rydn2LOw, thats exactly what I was thinking of, something to that effect. And it's even in Maine.

Rydn2L0w · 09-03-2006, 08:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JAKES 68GMC

Rydn2LOw, thats exactly what I was thinking of, something to that effect. And it's even in Maine.

Awesome, good luck with that.

msgross · 09-03-2006, 09:00 PM

I would cut the back of that out where the fins are on your stereo. If you are using an external amplifer then your heat will be lower as well.

09-03-2006, 07:21 PM	#1
JAKES 68GMC Aluminum slot wheels rule... Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Maine Posts: 6,212	How am I going to do this? I have a Alpine CD player that I want to put in my truck. I don't want to cut the dash all apart to put a stereo in, so I was thinking I could mount it under the dash like a CB radio. But I have one big problem, the radio has all the vent holes in the back part. If I mount it under the dash, that would be a good chance to get some water in it. So my question is, are there any plastic, metal, or fiberglass boxes out there that will keep the water out? Not completely waterproof, but something to just cover the holes up, or will I have to make something? There are those plastic waterproof enclosures/boxes for boats, but I don't need anything that bulky. The players fits good right where I want it, my knee doesn't rub on it, and I can change the station quick when Pink Floyd or Elton John come on, but can crank it up just as quick when theres some AC/DC or Skynyrd playing. Any and all input would be helpful. Jake

09-03-2006, 07:42 PM	#2
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: How am I going to do this? i don't understand where you think this water is going to come from??????? does it rain inside your truck on a regular basis??? __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

09-03-2006, 08:06 PM	#3
chevyboy55 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Kelso,Wa Posts: 3,637	Re: How am I going to do this? I'm sure that was a typo & you meant to say you would turn it UP when Pink Floyd comes on.

09-03-2006, 08:09 PM	#4
57sailplane Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Nebraska Posts: 583	Re: How am I going to do this? you dont want to cover you stereo with any type of sealed box. yes water will kill a stereo but like the other quote were will the water come from. unless you are planning on pooring a drink down the front of it i think you will be ok.. as far as covers or holders for under the dash i would check radio shack they use to carry this sort of thing and were ferly reasonable. the one thing you should remember is if you close that stereo up even a little it will add heat to your unit. and heat is probably the number one killer of most car stereos.. thats why most of your big car amps have internal fans and the whole outside of the amp is a jiant heat sink.. anyway enough rambling just get a good mount and have fun...

09-03-2006, 08:23 PM	#5
JAKES 68GMC Aluminum slot wheels rule... Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Maine Posts: 6,212	Re: How am I going to do this? Well usually whenever I get in the truck, my shoes are all covered in something wet and nasty, and it would probably fling up into the stereo. Thats was my main concern. I was thinking I could mount the radio to the dash, and take a little piece of tin and bend it to fit around the bottom of the radio. Then I could leave the top side (facing the dash) open so the stereo can vent. I don't want a sealed box because, yes, that will kill my radio. I just kind of wanted a shield over the bottom of the radio to keep crap out. I should have been more informative in my first post. And no, that wasn't a typo about Pink Floyd.

09-03-2006, 08:32 PM	#7
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: How am I going to do this? some guys mount them in the glovebox, good pics in some threads.

09-03-2006, 08:55 PM	#8
JAKES 68GMC Aluminum slot wheels rule... Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Maine Posts: 6,212	Re: How am I going to do this? Rydn2LOw, thats exactly what I was thinking of, something to that effect. And it's even in Maine.

09-03-2006, 09:00 PM	#10
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: How am I going to do this? I would cut the back of that out where the fins are on your stereo. If you are using an external amplifer then your heat will be lower as well.

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