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Nvbowtie · 04-05-2003, 04:22 PM

Who has pics of thier mounted 6x9 speakers, I need ideas !!!!
also who has cut the dash for newer stereos and what kit works for that if any....

I am trying to figure this out for my 80 C-10 my original speaker thought ain't workin due to power window regulator.....

http://www.unlimited2u.com/1chevy/spk/speakerbox
my thought so far.
I need to make a decesion and go forward with pulling the seat to continue with the cab.....

apstguy · 04-05-2003, 04:29 PM

Either use the factory metal brackets & cut, get a place (or you can do it yourself) to make custom boxes, or try and find the kits they made years ago (impossible!).

Cut the dash??? WTF?????? What are you talking about?

Your second paragraph isn't even ENGLISH - please restate that so we can understand!

DRASTiK · 04-05-2003, 06:01 PM

as far as cutting the factory radio slot. It's not too hard to cut it and make it look clean when it's all installed with the new unit. just make sure you measure your cut-out properly before you start cutting, otherwise you'll have an ugly install with no way to fix it.

as far as the power windows and the speakers installation, I have the same problem, so I'm looking for ideas as well.

Dave

apstguy · 04-05-2003, 08:32 PM

OH! I'm stupid - you were talking about the head unit. They do make kick panels that you can put speakers in. They are from Q-logic. They cost $150 for a set. You can put a 5 1/4" and a tweeter in there. http://www.crutchfield.com/cgi-bin/S...=1&cc=01&avf=Y

Slonaker · 04-06-2003, 01:35 AM

I finally, after a year of scouring junkyards, found a set of 6X9 mounts. I don't have them mounted yet, but I can take pics of them if you want to see what they look like.

Slonaker

apstguy · 04-06-2003, 01:44 AM

One of the imfamous parts found!!! We must document this moment! It is a historic time!

That means yes - we want pictures.

You'll have to excuse me, I get a little excited sometimes.

78' Silverado · 04-06-2003, 03:37 AM

Yeah i am getting some 6x9s soon to replace my 6x8s. I just got done building my custom sub/amp/6x9 box for behind my truck. Holds one 200w amp in the middle molded in with a Plexe-Glass covering, to inclosed FG 12's subs, then on each side will be 2 new Pioneer 3-way 6x9s, following 2 new 6 1/2's Poineer 2 ways, for the sides and the one replaced in the middle on the dash. All this is included, I am also going to carpet the back side so its not just metal, then carpet the box in the same material (thin) and the over stuff. Then I will re-wire all the wiring to some brand new and not the 78' wiring lol. Then....well......I will be crusin like a PIMP baby!!!

P.S. This will all take place in about 3 weeks. Pics will soon follow :P

Nvbowtie · 04-06-2003, 05:43 AM

All sounds great, wheres the pics ??

MSL · 04-06-2003, 06:31 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Nvbowtie
Who has pics of thier mounted 6x9 speakers, I need ideas !!!!
also who has cut the dash for newer stereos and what kit works for that if any....

I am trying to figure this out for my 80 C-10 my original speaker thought ain't workin due to power window regulator.....

http://www.unlimited2u.com/1chevy/spk/speakerbox
my thought so far.
I need to make a decesion and go forward with pulling the seat to continue with the cab.....

Hey when you get your measurments done or if you plan to make more than one box let me know i wouldnt mind using something like that i need a way to put speakers behind my seat and those look like the way to go.

Nvbowtie · 04-06-2003, 10:51 PM

Well got em built, now they are ready for paint.

Nvbowtie · 04-06-2003, 11:00 PM

they even fit great, damn that was lucky.....
Surround material= 1/4" plywood
Top = 1/2" PB
Base= 3/4" Plywood

Measurements for those interested:
11 3/4" Tall x 9" Wide - 5 1/2" Deep @base x 4" @Top

Slonaker · 04-07-2003, 12:51 AM

I'll try to take some pics tomorrow. They are not factory, they are aftermarket. In the meantime, you can look at gchemist's here:

http://www.geocities.com/abetterchem...reo/stereo.htm

Slonaker

Slonaker · 04-07-2003, 09:35 PM

As promised, here are the pics of my 6X9 speaker corner mounts. I think they cost me $7 for the pair without speakers at a local junkyard. They are just stamped out of sheet metal, and could probably be replicate in MDF pretty easily. I tried to photograph all of the sides so you could see how it mounts if you want to try to make your own.

I only posted the first pic inline to go easy on the folks on dialup. Click on any of the other links to view the other sides.

http://www.slonaker.net/images/truck...s/speaker2.jpg
http://www.slonaker.net/images/truck...s/speaker3.jpg
http://www.slonaker.net/images/truck...s/speaker4.jpg
http://www.slonaker.net/images/truck...s/speaker5.jpg
http://www.slonaker.net/images/truck...s/speaker6.jpg
http://www.slonaker.net/images/truck...s/speaker7.jpg

Slonaker

Ric83 · 04-07-2003, 11:23 PM

Hey Slonaker, congrats on the find. I know you had ben looking for a loooong time.

Slonaker · 04-08-2003, 10:18 AM

Yeah, you wouldn't think it would be that hard to find something so simple.

Now if I can just get the truck running again, so I can try them out...

Slonaker

04-05-2003, 04:22 PM	#1
Nvbowtie Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Laughlin, Nv. USA Posts: 700	Got pics of your 6x9's ? Who has pics of thier mounted 6x9 speakers, I need ideas !!!! also who has cut the dash for newer stereos and what kit works for that if any.... I am trying to figure this out for my 80 C-10 my original speaker thought ain't workin due to power window regulator..... http://www.unlimited2u.com/1chevy/spk/speakerbox my thought so far. I need to make a decesion and go forward with pulling the seat to continue with the cab..... __________________ www.unlimited2u.com/chevy Bill 1980 Chevy C-10 Silverado 1988 Chevy Blazer Tahoe

04-05-2003, 04:29 PM	#2
apstguy LED King Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,088	Either use the factory metal brackets & cut, get a place (or you can do it yourself) to make custom boxes, or try and find the kits they made years ago (impossible!). Cut the dash??? WTF?????? What are you talking about? Your second paragraph isn't even ENGLISH - please restate that so we can understand! __________________ Tyler 1985 C10 305 w/ Bowtie OD TH700R4 3.42 LSD 202,000 miles 2006 Ford Focus ZX3 5-speed Stick 2016 Chevy Spark EV Gone: 2002.5 VW GTI 24v VR6 Gone: 2008 VW R32

04-05-2003, 06:01 PM	#3
DRASTiK Converted Ford guy Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Yuma, AZ Posts: 67	as far as cutting the factory radio slot. It's not too hard to cut it and make it look clean when it's all installed with the new unit. just make sure you measure your cut-out properly before you start cutting, otherwise you'll have an ugly install with no way to fix it. as far as the power windows and the speakers installation, I have the same problem, so I'm looking for ideas as well. Dave __________________ 84 Suburban Silverado 4X4, 4" lift, flowmaster exhaust Marine Corps vet -- SEMPER FI Rice Haters Club Member #75

04-05-2003, 08:32 PM	#4
apstguy LED King Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,088	OH! I'm stupid - you were talking about the head unit. They do make kick panels that you can put speakers in. They are from Q-logic. They cost $150 for a set. You can put a 5 1/4" and a tweeter in there. http://www.crutchfield.com/cgi-bin/S...=1&cc=01&avf=Y __________________ Tyler 1985 C10 305 w/ Bowtie OD TH700R4 3.42 LSD 202,000 miles 2006 Ford Focus ZX3 5-speed Stick 2016 Chevy Spark EV Gone: 2002.5 VW GTI 24v VR6 Gone: 2008 VW R32

04-06-2003, 01:35 AM	#5
Slonaker Insert Witty Text Here Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 3,415	I finally, after a year of scouring junkyards, found a set of 6X9 mounts. I don't have them mounted yet, but I can take pics of them if you want to see what they look like. Slonaker __________________ '86 Chevy C10 (Sold 04/19/13 ) Stock '01 Silverado

04-06-2003, 01:44 AM	#6
apstguy LED King Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,088	One of the imfamous parts found!!! We must document this moment! It is a historic time! That means yes - we want pictures. You'll have to excuse me, I get a little excited sometimes. __________________ Tyler 1985 C10 305 w/ Bowtie OD TH700R4 3.42 LSD 202,000 miles 2006 Ford Focus ZX3 5-speed Stick 2016 Chevy Spark EV Gone: 2002.5 VW GTI 24v VR6 Gone: 2008 VW R32

04-06-2003, 03:37 AM	#7
78' Silverado \/ My Loves \/ Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Midland,Texas Posts: 462	Yeah i am getting some 6x9s soon to replace my 6x8s. I just got done building my custom sub/amp/6x9 box for behind my truck. Holds one 200w amp in the middle molded in with a Plexe-Glass covering, to inclosed FG 12's subs, then on each side will be 2 new Pioneer 3-way 6x9s, following 2 new 6 1/2's Poineer 2 ways, for the sides and the one replaced in the middle on the dash. All this is included, I am also going to carpet the back side so its not just metal, then carpet the box in the same material (thin) and the over stuff. Then I will re-wire all the wiring to some brand new and not the 78' wiring lol. Then....well......I will be crusin like a PIMP baby!!! P.S. This will all take place in about 3 weeks. Pics will soon follow :P __________________ 78' Silverado - Blue - (In a Coma) 04' Silverado -Red- 383 Stroker in progress for the 78'!!!

04-06-2003, 05:43 AM	#8
Nvbowtie Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Laughlin, Nv. USA Posts: 700	All sounds great, wheres the pics ?? __________________ www.unlimited2u.com/chevy Bill 1980 Chevy C-10 Silverado 1988 Chevy Blazer Tahoe

04-06-2003, 10:51 PM	#10
Nvbowtie Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Laughlin, Nv. USA Posts: 700	Well got em built, now they are ready for paint. Attached Images __________________ www.unlimited2u.com/chevy Bill 1980 Chevy C-10 Silverado 1988 Chevy Blazer Tahoe

04-06-2003, 11:00 PM	#11
Nvbowtie Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Laughlin, Nv. USA Posts: 700	they even fit great, damn that was lucky..... Surround material= 1/4" plywood Top = 1/2" PB Base= 3/4" Plywood Measurements for those interested: 11 3/4" Tall x 9" Wide - 5 1/2" Deep @base x 4" @Top Attached Images __________________ www.unlimited2u.com/chevy Bill 1980 Chevy C-10 Silverado 1988 Chevy Blazer Tahoe Last edited by Nvbowtie; 04-06-2003 at 11:05 PM.

04-07-2003, 12:51 AM	#12
Slonaker Insert Witty Text Here Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 3,415	I'll try to take some pics tomorrow. They are not factory, they are aftermarket. In the meantime, you can look at gchemist's here: http://www.geocities.com/abetterchem...reo/stereo.htm Slonaker __________________ '86 Chevy C10 (Sold 04/19/13 ) Stock '01 Silverado

04-07-2003, 09:35 PM	#13
Slonaker Insert Witty Text Here Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 3,415	As promised, here are the pics of my 6X9 speaker corner mounts. I think they cost me $7 for the pair without speakers at a local junkyard. They are just stamped out of sheet metal, and could probably be replicate in MDF pretty easily. I tried to photograph all of the sides so you could see how it mounts if you want to try to make your own. I only posted the first pic inline to go easy on the folks on dialup. Click on any of the other links to view the other sides. http://www.slonaker.net/images/truck...s/speaker2.jpg http://www.slonaker.net/images/truck...s/speaker3.jpg http://www.slonaker.net/images/truck...s/speaker4.jpg http://www.slonaker.net/images/truck...s/speaker5.jpg http://www.slonaker.net/images/truck...s/speaker6.jpg http://www.slonaker.net/images/truck...s/speaker7.jpg Slonaker __________________ '86 Chevy C10 (Sold 04/19/13 ) Stock '01 Silverado

04-07-2003, 11:23 PM	#14
Ric83 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 824	Hey Slonaker, congrats on the find. I know you had ben looking for a loooong time. __________________ Ric '83 Silverado SWB Fleetside Here she is

04-08-2003, 10:18 AM	#15
Slonaker Insert Witty Text Here Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 3,415	Yeah, you wouldn't think it would be that hard to find something so simple. Now if I can just get the truck running again, so I can try them out... Slonaker __________________ '86 Chevy C10 (Sold 04/19/13 ) Stock '01 Silverado

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