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keenan · 11-23-2009, 02:08 PM

I would like some help on some ideas for good locations for speakers in a 67 chevy truck. Also if anyone has cut into thier dashes for different radios i would like some ideas if possible

foosed · 11-23-2009, 02:22 PM

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cedorris · 11-23-2009, 03:38 PM

I would never cut my dash for a radio or speakers. My dad did that on his truck before he gave it to me... now I wish he would have never done it.

You can mount under the dash or in the glove box.

ctrow · 11-23-2009, 03:50 PM

Recently added in my Dad's truck a factory looking radio (Custom Autosound), amp, and fiberglass kick panels using 6.5" JL co-axial speakers. Sounds okay but I think it needs a sub to bring it all togther. He's still got the gas tank behind the seat so not a lot of options.

Not sure what he's going to cover it with, probably something similiar to the carpet on the bottom of the door panel.

Nice thing about the stereo is that it has a USB plug which gives you the option besides the radio and you don't have to buy an expensive CD changer.

The radio was a snap to put in also. Some probably won't like the kick panels but to each their own.

ctrow · 11-23-2009, 03:53 PM

Some pics of my dash, CD player is going where the original HVAC controls were.

CUSTOM_1O · 11-23-2009, 03:44 PM

i used the stock setup just replaced with new speakers and replaced old radio with a new cd player added 2 compact 100 watt tweats under the center of the dash where the 3rd speakers was

D-Rat · 11-23-2009, 03:58 PM

where did you get the kick panel enclosures? Did you make those?

Those are SLICK!

ctrow · 11-23-2009, 04:07 PM

I'd read an article a long time ago on how to make them and I had intended on building some for my truck, but thought I would use my Dad's first as a trial run. They weren't all that hard to make. First time I ever worked with fiberglass too.

67chevemall · 11-23-2009, 04:12 PM

I make all mine out of cardboard and duct tape. Then just fiberglass mat it and brush resign all over it. Sand and add bondo. Sand and cover with carpet/vinal ect...
Mount it and then add speakers/crossovers.

PanelDeland · 11-23-2009, 04:49 PM

They actually make a speaker panel that fits well there.You do have to slightly bend the E-brake pedal(no interference with the pull type).Most BB vendors should have them.

ctrow · 11-23-2009, 06:34 PM

Yeah, although they are painted now, Dad has his set that we didn't use. It's pretty shallow for a decent sized speaker magnet to fit before it hits the metal side.

Andy4639 · 11-23-2009, 08:11 PM

Cut the dash install a double din radio and be done with it. LOL

Go here and see some installs.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/f...prune=30&f=111

keenan · 12-01-2009, 09:58 AM

I appriciate all the pics and ideas, im not looking to restore my truck to original i am using it as a learning expericance with fabricating and making it all around better. i relize cutting the dash would be bad but i want to try and keep it as low budget as possible making everything fit and function. any other radio location pics would be helpful except glovebox pics because i would like the radio to be easily accessible

68gmsee · 12-01-2009, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by keenan

I appriciate all the pics and ideas, im not looking to restore my truck to original i am using it as a learning expericance with fabricating and making it all around better. i relize cutting the dash would be bad but i want to try and keep it as low budget as possible making everything fit and function. any other radio location pics would be helpful except glovebox pics because i would like the radio to be easily accessible

My .02: If it's a truck that's already been altered I guess it's ok. But, if you have an original, intact truck why cut on it? If you want to experiment, find you an old clunker... I experimented with one back when they were plentiful but now these unaltered trucks are getting harder to find.

That being said, I did try messing with locating some speakers on the floor high above the angled foot rest some years ago. They didn't interfere with the feet. Never really finished the experimenting though.

Here's some pics I took of the location.

C20-67_N_MO · 12-01-2009, 10:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ctrow

Some pics of my dash, CD player is going where the original HVAC controls were.

I really like your Dash setup.

But could you please explain in your picture what everything is and who makes what?

Thanks

keenan · 12-01-2009, 09:59 AM

P.S i really digg the kick panel housing you made

Crispyr1 · 12-01-2009, 11:37 AM

man if you're looking for a different location for the deck. I saw an over head mounted deck made into the head liner with four openings for 4 6" highs and mids. I believe i found it in LMC. A friend of mine got it, and it actually was functional and looked really good!

C20-67_N_MO · 12-01-2009, 06:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Crispyr1

man if you're looking for a different location for the deck. I saw an over head mounted deck made into the head liner with four openings for 4 6" highs and mids. I believe i found it in LMC. A friend of mine got it, and it actually was functional and looked really good!

Yeah I saw that.

But since my ride is going to be very custom anyway, ctrow's setup looks very trick!!

john02fxdl · 12-01-2009, 07:14 PM

I knew my truck was going to be mostly custom so I decided to cut the dash and install a Kenwood head unit and a nifty polished billet aluminum trim bezel I bought off of a member on here.

keenan · 12-01-2009, 07:52 PM

yes that last pic was what i was looking for i really like what you have done with it. what did you use to support the inner part of the radio inside the dash?

**Dieselwrencher** · 12-01-2009, 08:38 PM

I am going to do exactly what John02fxdl did on his truck. Except a different radio.

Looks great John!

C20-67_N_MO · 12-01-2009, 10:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

I am going to do exactly what John02fxdl did on his truck. Except a different radio.

Looks great John!

LoL!!!

Yeah my plans are to add an in dash GPS unit that will have a 5-6" screen. (At least thats my plans now).

But I am getting ahead of myself since thats a LONG way off for me at the moment.

11-23-2009, 02:08 PM	#1
keenan Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: hebron, ohio Posts: 91	Speaker placement I would like some help on some ideas for good locations for speakers in a 67 chevy truck. Also if anyone has cut into thier dashes for different radios i would like some ideas if possible

11-23-2009, 02:22 PM	#2
foosed Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Huron, sd Posts: 463	Re: Speaker placement I see you are a newer member, Welcome! You can try using the boards search feauture located in the gray box at the top of the page. __________________ 1970 c/10 swb (show truck) 1972 custom/10 deluxe 4x4 (restoration pending) 2011 silverado ecsb z71 (daily driver)

11-23-2009, 03:38 PM	#3
cedorris 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 302	Re: Speaker placement I would never cut my dash for a radio or speakers. My dad did that on his truck before he gave it to me... now I wish he would have never done it. You can mount under the dash or in the glove box. __________________ -Clayton 1972 Cheyenne Super LWB 350 - farm truck restore project - twitter @oldgreen

11-23-2009, 03:50 PM	#4
ctrow New Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: OKC Posts: 204	Re: Speaker placement Recently added in my Dad's truck a factory looking radio (Custom Autosound), amp, and fiberglass kick panels using 6.5" JL co-axial speakers. Sounds okay but I think it needs a sub to bring it all togther. He's still got the gas tank behind the seat so not a lot of options. Not sure what he's going to cover it with, probably something similiar to the carpet on the bottom of the door panel. Nice thing about the stereo is that it has a USB plug which gives you the option besides the radio and you don't have to buy an expensive CD changer. The radio was a snap to put in also. Some probably won't like the kick panels but to each their own. Attached Images

11-23-2009, 03:53 PM	#5
ctrow New Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: OKC Posts: 204	Re: Speaker placement Some pics of my dash, CD player is going where the original HVAC controls were. Attached Images

11-23-2009, 03:44 PM	#6
CUSTOM_1O HaV0KSR559<~~~ Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: FRESNO CA Posts: 151	Re: Speaker placement i used the stock setup just replaced with new speakers and replaced old radio with a new cd player added 2 compact 100 watt tweats under the center of the dash where the 3rd speakers was __________________ ...1969_CUSTOM_1O FLEETSIDE_LONGBED V8_THREE-FIFTY [COMPLETE-EDELBROCK] [PERFORMANCE-SERIES] [CAM_CARB_MANIFOLD] ...TURBO-400_TRANNY... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=363372

11-23-2009, 03:58 PM	#7
D-Rat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Mesa, AZ Posts: 226	Re: Speaker placement where did you get the kick panel enclosures? Did you make those? Those are SLICK!

11-23-2009, 04:07 PM	#8
ctrow New Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: OKC Posts: 204	Re: Speaker placement I'd read an article a long time ago on how to make them and I had intended on building some for my truck, but thought I would use my Dad's first as a trial run. They weren't all that hard to make. First time I ever worked with fiberglass too.

11-23-2009, 04:12 PM	#9
67chevemall Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: NB Posts: 3,367	Re: Speaker placement I make all mine out of cardboard and duct tape. Then just fiberglass mat it and brush resign all over it. Sand and add bondo. Sand and cover with carpet/vinal ect... Mount it and then add speakers/crossovers. __________________ 1968 Chevy C10 307 3ott fleetside 1967 Chevy C/10 V8, 3spd, fleetside lwb.Sold 1967 Chev C/10 step, 383, M21. SOLD

11-23-2009, 04:49 PM	#10
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: Speaker placement They actually make a speaker panel that fits well there.You do have to slightly bend the E-brake pedal(no interference with the pull type).Most BB vendors should have them. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

11-23-2009, 06:34 PM	#11
ctrow New Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: OKC Posts: 204	Re: Speaker placement Yeah, although they are painted now, Dad has his set that we didn't use. It's pretty shallow for a decent sized speaker magnet to fit before it hits the metal side.

11-23-2009, 08:11 PM	#12
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Speaker placement Cut the dash install a double din radio and be done with it. LOL Go here and see some installs. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/f...prune=30&f=111 __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

12-01-2009, 09:58 AM	#13
keenan Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: hebron, ohio Posts: 91	Re: Speaker placement I appriciate all the pics and ideas, im not looking to restore my truck to original i am using it as a learning expericance with fabricating and making it all around better. i relize cutting the dash would be bad but i want to try and keep it as low budget as possible making everything fit and function. any other radio location pics would be helpful except glovebox pics because i would like the radio to be easily accessible

12-01-2009, 09:59 AM	#16
keenan Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: hebron, ohio Posts: 91	Re: Speaker placement P.S i really digg the kick panel housing you made

12-01-2009, 11:37 AM	#17
Crispyr1 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Orange Park, FL Posts: 114	Re: Speaker placement man if you're looking for a different location for the deck. I saw an over head mounted deck made into the head liner with four openings for 4 6" highs and mids. I believe i found it in LMC. A friend of mine got it, and it actually was functional and looked really good! Last edited by Crispyr1; 12-01-2009 at 11:39 AM. Reason: more info



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12-01-2009, 07:14 PM	#19
john02fxdl Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Avondale, PA. South east corner of the state Posts: 75	Re: Speaker placement I knew my truck was going to be mostly custom so I decided to cut the dash and install a Kenwood head unit and a nifty polished billet aluminum trim bezel I bought off of a member on here. Attached Images __________________ When I grow up, I want to be the man my wife married. I used to be schitzophrenic, but we're O.K. now

12-01-2009, 07:52 PM	#20
keenan Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: hebron, ohio Posts: 91	Re: Speaker placement yes that last pic was what i was looking for i really like what you have done with it. what did you use to support the inner part of the radio inside the dash?

12-01-2009, 08:38 PM	#21
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: Speaker placement I am going to do exactly what John02fxdl did on his truck. Except a different radio. Looks great John! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

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