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Old Apr 27, 2005 | 08:42 PM
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Does anyone know of the options available for installing aftermarket speakers in the doors? I own a '99 hardtop and was told I have "8 Bose speakers in my doors. I'm not able to find any "8 replacements only "6 1/2 coaxials for the doors. I have a pair of 6x9 Alpines that I'd like to install but would like to know if anyone has any input before I remove my door panels.

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Old Apr 27, 2005 | 08:48 PM
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I use 7" mid-bass and a 4" midrange in the doors.

For a 6 by 9 speaker, you'll need to make and adaptor plate and trim a little of the door itself to clear the basket of the speaker.
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THanks Joey,

What make are your "7 door speakers? Also, I'm assuming by "7 and "4, you're running components or are your speakers coaxials? Your idea sounds interesting. Thanks again,

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I just completed my swap yesterday. Just pull out the existing Bose speakers and trace a template of the Bose mounting bracket. I did my with 1/2 inch mdf and than mount your 6 1/s's to it. Very simple
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I'm running Focal Polyglass components, you'll have to build a template for them, but they are worth it!
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