Speaker/Interior Thread. Need Options, and Pics!
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Drifting
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Speaker/Interior Thread. Need Options, and Pics!
Right now the stock speakers are still in the car, and there is an aftermarket pioneer radio.
I wan't to change the dash speakers...which means I have to remove the dash...is this correct?
Also the dash speakers are 4x6 is this correct?
Will any 4x6 speakers work or are there certain ones that are bolt on and others that need a little extra fabricating? I noticed these http://www.mamotorworks.com/corvette...-309-1657.html and see that they are bolt on. Can anyone give a nice quality speaker that is an easy install?
Also for the moment I was planning on going with a MTX powered sub in the rear for the moment, I had one previously and it worked great.
So any front speaker reccomendations?
Now as far as interior...I want to change the interior to Black and Red...
Was thinking Black Carpet, Black Dash and Center console, Red Seats, Red Doors, Maybe Red Trim Pieces...Thoughts and Pics Please! If you think I should switch some things just let me know.
Also since I might be changing the speakers soon, I figured I would go ahead and changed out the front dashboard and center console, as well as replace some wiring back there etc...I need to really look over my current dash but I am thinking about dying it...thoughts on that?
Only trying to have the Dash off for about a week
I wan't to change the dash speakers...which means I have to remove the dash...is this correct?
Also the dash speakers are 4x6 is this correct?
Will any 4x6 speakers work or are there certain ones that are bolt on and others that need a little extra fabricating? I noticed these http://www.mamotorworks.com/corvette...-309-1657.html and see that they are bolt on. Can anyone give a nice quality speaker that is an easy install?
Also for the moment I was planning on going with a MTX powered sub in the rear for the moment, I had one previously and it worked great.
So any front speaker reccomendations?
Now as far as interior...I want to change the interior to Black and Red...
Was thinking Black Carpet, Black Dash and Center console, Red Seats, Red Doors, Maybe Red Trim Pieces...Thoughts and Pics Please! If you think I should switch some things just let me know.
Also since I might be changing the speakers soon, I figured I would go ahead and changed out the front dashboard and center console, as well as replace some wiring back there etc...I need to really look over my current dash but I am thinking about dying it...thoughts on that?
Only trying to have the Dash off for about a week
Last edited by Dose11; Jun 6, 2012 at 11:52 AM.
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You need to use the SEARCH function to pull up the many, many threads about the radio/speaker/Delco/aftermarket radio issues that have already been beat to death on this Forum. Then, if you have some specific questions, post again.
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I am verifying info that I have read, as well as getting peoples opinions on good sounding speakers that do not need any extra fabrication...besides the ones that I have found and posted a link to already...
If you have nothing to add...why don't you just not respond instead of saying "use the search"? Or if you do have something to add, or know of a specific thread that might help me find the answers that I am looking for...why not JUST SAY IT...OR POINT ME TO THAT THREAD
!?!?
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Im not sure about which 6x9 to use, but I have always heard that the dash speakers werent the way to go. The speakers in the kicks are the way to go..
And I can understand that as the sound would be hitting the windshield. And with the kicks you can hear them so much better.,
Just a thought . I just have kicks 6.5 and a 10 in sub. in the rear. with a 600w 4 channel and its more than enough ... it rocks.
And I can understand that as the sound would be hitting the windshield. And with the kicks you can hear them so much better.,
Just a thought . I just have kicks 6.5 and a 10 in sub. in the rear. with a 600w 4 channel and its more than enough ... it rocks.
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6.5 in the kicks ay.
I thought about adding kick panel speakers...but every time I see them there is an God Awful futuristic grill over the speakers that I think just doesn't look good to me. I like stuff to look like it's suppose to be there if you know what I mean. But if someone has a smooth kickpanel installation...by all means post a pic and let me know what you used...
I thought about adding kick panel speakers...but every time I see them there is an God Awful futuristic grill over the speakers that I think just doesn't look good to me. I like stuff to look like it's suppose to be there if you know what I mean. But if someone has a smooth kickpanel installation...by all means post a pic and let me know what you used...
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Thanks already read many of these threads...Using the search, and Google...
I am verifying info that I have read, as well as getting peoples opinions on good sounding speakers that do not need any extra fabrication...besides the ones that I have found and posted a link to already...
If you have nothing to add...why don't you just not respond instead of saying "use the search"? Or if you do have something to add, or know of a specific thread that might help me find the answers that I am looking for...why not JUST SAY IT...OR POINT ME TO THAT THREAD!?!?
I am verifying info that I have read, as well as getting peoples opinions on good sounding speakers that do not need any extra fabrication...besides the ones that I have found and posted a link to already...
If you have nothing to add...why don't you just not respond instead of saying "use the search"? Or if you do have something to add, or know of a specific thread that might help me find the answers that I am looking for...why not JUST SAY IT...OR POINT ME TO THAT THREAD
!?!?
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I put some Kenwoods in the dash because I read somewhere that somebody liked them. I have not had the car back to try them so I can't tell you how they work IMHO, but the installation was pretty easy, I had the dash out anyway, and they were cheap so I thought I would try them and I can always add kicks if I need them. I just had to cut the center out of the alloy top piece to clear the tweeter.
I know what you mean about the speaker grills in the kicks. I have seen some that I liked though so if you want to go that route, don't give up...
If you are interested I can find out what speakers they are.
Brent
I know what you mean about the speaker grills in the kicks. I have seen some that I liked though so if you want to go that route, don't give up...
If you are interested I can find out what speakers they are.
Brent
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Plus I guess what some people do not understand is that technology is always changing...Someone could have installed a new set of speakers last week, or installed new interior last week...or a new subwoofer could have been released. Plus this is not only about the DAMN SPEAKERS...
Why do so many people care how I get my damn information, and ask why I did this, and why I didn't do that....Just stay off the thread if you have nothing to add...if you do not have any input on speakers, or any input on interior...THEN WHY DID YOU EVEN OPEN THE THREAD!!!!????
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Drifting
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I put some Kenwoods in the dash because I read somewhere that somebody liked them. I have not had the car back to try them so I can't tell you how they work IMHO, but the installation was pretty easy, I had the dash out anyway, and they were cheap so I thought I would try them and I can always add kicks if I need them. I just had to cut the center out of the alloy top piece to clear the tweeter.
I know what you mean about the speaker grills in the kicks. I have seen some that I liked though so if you want to go that route, don't give up...
If you are interested I can find out what speakers they are.
Brent
I know what you mean about the speaker grills in the kicks. I have seen some that I liked though so if you want to go that route, don't give up...
If you are interested I can find out what speakers they are.
Brent
Thanks for the confirmation
PTROXX I am looking through your speaker/radio thread now
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4x6s will fit behind the kick panels provided you do not purchase a pair with 90 lb. magnets on them.
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I had a pair of Sony 4x6's in my 84 trans-am way back when. They were incredible sounding even though they were bouncing off the windshield. Unfortunately they don't make them anymore. They do not look like the ones Sony has out now, they looked more line these Infinity ones:
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/NEW-INFINITY-...item53ed4add5b
As for Door speakers, I agree, I want them to blend. Don't need some punk breaking in because the grills yelled out...come take me.
I am building a custom sub box to fit in the back compartment behind the passenger seat. I'll carpet it up so nobody knows it's there. I figured an 8" Infinity sub would be powerful enough for such a small cabin and I could keep it out of site and out of the way as space is a premium in these cars.
Ken
Just remember to keep the Ohm's the same and match then to your deck. I made that mistake once...what a mess.
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/NEW-INFINITY-...item53ed4add5b
As for Door speakers, I agree, I want them to blend. Don't need some punk breaking in because the grills yelled out...come take me.
I am building a custom sub box to fit in the back compartment behind the passenger seat. I'll carpet it up so nobody knows it's there. I figured an 8" Infinity sub would be powerful enough for such a small cabin and I could keep it out of site and out of the way as space is a premium in these cars.
Ken
Just remember to keep the Ohm's the same and match then to your deck. I made that mistake once...what a mess.
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So 4x6's will also fit behind the kick panels?
Are there any other sizes that will fit behind the kick panels?
Racer
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I put Polk DXi 460s in the kick panels, but they fit behind the trim with no speaker grill showing. I ran self tapping screws into two corners, and at the bottom riveted a small tab, then ran a self tapping screw into it. I did the same thing in the back for DXi 690s. Riveted tabs to the car and then screwed the speakers to the tabs. The rear carpet covers the speakers completely, but don't impact the sound at all.
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There is a lot to know and deal with when installing a radio/audio system in a car. You've provided no information on the radio you have or the one you want to use. What is it's power output? RMS watts? What is the output impedence of the amp? What is its allowed impedence matching range? Do you just have the radio head unit or are you using a separate amp?
What kind of sound are you looking for? Rock music only? Audiophile quality? How much do you want to spend on speakers? Single speaker on each output line or multiple speakers (dash and kickpanel area)?
You give us no information. You want all the answers. But you want to be a wise@ss when we offer good sources of the information you seek. Good luck with figuring it all out. I, for one, have no interest in helping you out.
What kind of sound are you looking for? Rock music only? Audiophile quality? How much do you want to spend on speakers? Single speaker on each output line or multiple speakers (dash and kickpanel area)?
You give us no information. You want all the answers. But you want to be a wise@ss when we offer good sources of the information you seek. Good luck with figuring it all out. I, for one, have no interest in helping you out.
Drifting
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/CHEVROLET-CH...#ht_2727wt_952
I also have speakers in the headrests of my car.. Fiero seats.
and also still have the front dash speakers. All run with 2 amps and an equalizer.
