down firing, up firing, side firing.

I'm getting ready to build the box for the final pieces of our install and am trying to decide on the type of box. The sub is a WS XS-12 and the amp is an Alpine PDX-m6. It is going in the drivers side console. At the top of the console, behind the gauges is a 140 sq inch opening,

I do use this area for storage of life vests. I was planning on building a sealed enclosure based on my conversations with Tim over at Wetsounds.

What I can't decide is if I should do a down firing or side firing. I even thought about making an extension of the box to direct the sound out of the opening.

I really don't want to build multiple boxes so I am trying to figure it out now.

I am trying to resist cutting a hole for the speaker so I want to try other options first. In the end, if I am just not satisfied I will cut the hole and put a speaker grill over it.