'87 GN dash speaker R&R
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ty1435_4.3
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BlackMetal
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I've read that you have to be very careful when buying replacement speakers for the dash, some speakers, even if they're the right size, are too big, and won't let the dash sit all the way back down. If you take out the stock ones, measure the mounting depth and make sure you don't go any bigger. I've seen some on eBay that are supposed to be better quality and fit perfectly.
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remove all 7mm / 15. star screws that are visible on dash trim over speakers(be very carefull,if panel is not already cracked,IT WILL.) 3 1/2'' are held with 2 phillips screws...pick a high quality speaker(they have a high quality smaller magnet)(pioneer,alpine,etc)that will help clear dash during installation,i took out factory "3 1/2 tweeter" and removed "bass blocker" capacitor and installed a two way full range set...
The stock dash speakers are designed to drop in from the top of the dash. They have two "tabs" that support the speakers in the dash.
I installed 3.5 inch Infinity "Kappa's" in the dash of my hardtop GN (sold). It was tricky, but once I figured out how to make it work, it wasn't too much trouble and the finished installation was worth it.
In order to install the deeper Infinity Kappa speakers I suspended them *below* the mounting surface by using 1/4" long nylon spacers and longer screws to "hang" them lower than the stock mounting position. I purchased the nylon spacers and longer screws at a hardware store for less than $2. In this configuration, the speakers fit perfectly below the stock, unmodified dash cover.
I also used the same type of nylon spacers (but longer) to install stock size Infinity "Kappa" speakers in the doors. The stock door speakers have 3 "legs" or "stand-offs" that keep them from sitting too deep into the doors. I found nylon spacers the same length as the legs on the stock speakers. With these spacers, I was able to use the stock mounting screws and mounting holes.
I'd take pictures, but I sold the car a year ago.
HTH
I installed 3.5 inch Infinity "Kappa's" in the dash of my hardtop GN (sold). It was tricky, but once I figured out how to make it work, it wasn't too much trouble and the finished installation was worth it.
In order to install the deeper Infinity Kappa speakers I suspended them *below* the mounting surface by using 1/4" long nylon spacers and longer screws to "hang" them lower than the stock mounting position. I purchased the nylon spacers and longer screws at a hardware store for less than $2. In this configuration, the speakers fit perfectly below the stock, unmodified dash cover.
I also used the same type of nylon spacers (but longer) to install stock size Infinity "Kappa" speakers in the doors. The stock door speakers have 3 "legs" or "stand-offs" that keep them from sitting too deep into the doors. I found nylon spacers the same length as the legs on the stock speakers. With these spacers, I was able to use the stock mounting screws and mounting holes.
I'd take pictures, but I sold the car a year ago.
HTH
garyk1970 said:
Sorry my bad on the kenwood. The 06 models it's dual cone on the 3.5" speakers.
Blaupunkt PCx-352 I tried on a Monte that did not fit.
Eclipse Se-8235 and the older 3.5" don't fit I guarantee it because I have these in stock at work.
I have tired most of the 3.5" out there some fit but it's just the tweeter sticking out too much hitting the dash trim.
Shure garyk1970 the speaker will fit in no problems but try to put the dash piece back on unless you want to go with a dual cone (no tweeter)....Understand now?
