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Thanks for the spirited responses.

Originally Posted by Ribz

are you going to have a spare tire?

Definitely, yes. I am currently carrying a doughnut. I have a full-sized spare wheel, too, but the tire on it is a fraction too large to fit into the wheel well. I haven't decided if I will go with a slightly smaller tire or stick with the doughnut.

I will want the battery up front eventually but I haven't conceived it thoroughly yet and that won't be done during this phase.

Originally Posted by Ribz

you might think about putting it behind the back seat under the parcel tray that your 6x9s are sitting on. the firewall right there is an option or on the the bottom tray, you could even still do the amp rack back there too and still be able to put stuff back there and not have to worry about it to much.

Originally Posted by Bullyboy

There is a picture of ours on this page
We have a 4 channel amp, 2 6x9's and a 8"sub in a deathbox all fits behind the rear seat with room left for tools & stuff.

This is similar to what I would want. I guess when the battery move happens, it will be an added pain to have more distance between battery and amp but that'll be a one-shot deal. I don't think I will opt for the sub, though.

Originally Posted by Ribz

BTW good choice to go with an amp, sound quality with one is 100 times better even if your not totaly into your stereo system, it will also make your speakers last longer.

These words of support mean a lot to this novice.

Originally Posted by Ribz

one last option is under one of the front seats or even under the back seat depending on how big the amp is and how much room is under there.

Originally Posted by Deathbug74

all the amps i've had in my super have been under the front passenger seat. i've switched between one and two 12's in the space behind the back seat, driven off the amp, and a pair of 6x9's driven off the head unit. it really depends on the size of your amp though. however, with the battery up front, it would complicate wiring runs to the amp with it under the seat.

Originally Posted by petevw

I installed my 4-channel under the back seat, opposite the battery. If you put it there, cover your voltage regulator so it it doesn't short out with the amp.

Maybe. I would be more excited with the under-the-back-seat option if I knew I would just keep my battery there as well.

I have a lot to think about. These answers were very useful for me. :agree: