Running Test: Mechman 400a Alternator

400a Alternator Test Fit

This is just a test fit of my beast Mechman alternator that I got a couple days ago I am currently working on getting some more info out to you guys about installation and also how to properly setup your new alternator so stay tuned.

400a Of Greatness

Big shout out to Mechman for hooking me up with this amazing alternator. Amazing customer service and very knowledgeable. Stay tuned for a custom alt bracket coming tomorrow.

Rebuild Video 6

I hope you guys enjoy the progress so far. Stay tuned for more exciting updates coming soon!!!

The First of the Equipment

Stay tuned for updates concerning this alternator. I will be doing a tutorial on the adjustable voltage regulator as well as an installation video. Things are starting to heat up!!!

Rebuilding The Hoopty 5

The building is heating up. Progress is starting to come. You aren't going to want to miss this one.

Store Update

I just added new merchandise to the Vital Signs Audio store. Check it out!!!

Another Installment:

This is the fourth video in a video series I am doing documenting the rebuild of my competition vehicle. If you haven't seen the previous videos please go to the Build Log tab and there will be all of the other videos there. Also you can visit The Hoopty Rebuild Saga Playlist. Thanks I hope you enjoy.

How to Package an 8" Subwoofer

This is going to be a brief video and a more detailed writeup on how to package a subwoofer for shipping.  I know a lot of us in the car audio world are always upgrading a trading gear so I think it is time to properly show how to package a speaker so the next person to get it doesn't get a box full of shrapnel. 

First you want to make sure that the box you select is the right size. I know it sounds dumb but if the box is too big you waste a lot of time and effort trying to fill the empty space. Conversely if the box is too small there will not be enough room inside for proper packaging and you risk damaging the sub. This writeup is specifically for smaller speakers like 8" and 10." When shipping larger speakers it is much more effective to build a frame out of wood that fits the inside dimensions of the box for rigidity.  Another thing to consider is expanding foam. You can wrap the speaker in a trash bag (make sure it is heavy duty) and fill the voids in the box with expanding foam. It is usually about $3 per can and can be found at any hardware store.  For the actual packing process you are going to want to put a few extra layers of cardboard in the bottom of the box under the magnet of the subwoofer. This will prevent the magnet from wearing through the box during transport. For smaller speakers like the one in the video packing peanuts are sufficient for filling the voids in the box. For my 8" sub I selected a box that was L:12" W:12" and H:10.5." I put 3 layers of cardboard in the bottom of each box and filled the rest with packing peanuts. When I say filled with peanuts I mean I packed them in there tight. You don't want the speaker to be able to move inside the box at all during shipping.  Thanks for stoppng by and I hope you enjoyed this How-to on "How to Package an 8" Subwoofer."

Lots of Updates

The entire site has gone through a revamping. New layout, new design, and more pages!! We are now going in a whole new direction.

New Apparel

New for Black Friday more T-shirts added to the Vital Signs Audio store.

Coming Back for More

tell your friends and family about the great deals going on at vitalsignsaudio.com and get your apparel for the holidays. They make great gifts.

Cite Launch

T-Shirts and Hoodies now available!!!! Subscribe to the thread to get updates when more merchandise is released.