Speaker options for original AM radio? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

*Mister-B* · 02-12-2013, 02:41 PM

I installed an original AM radio. I just got a replacement antenna, so I wired everything up. The radio is getting power, because the light to the display comes on when I turn the radio on. Unfortunately, there's no sound. I would suspect the original speaker is shot.

The problem now, is that I checked Brothers and LMC, but the speakers they sell for that spot are stereo. Can I even wire those up to this radio? If so, how?

Any other options? I want to keep this radio and stock type setup. I don't want a different unit, additional unit, speakers mounted in a non original spot, etc.

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TROOPER 247 · 02-12-2013, 02:49 PM

Mr-B. I had the same problem. I sent my factory speaker off to get re-coned. After install, and 80 bucks later, it still didn't sound all that great. I ended up buying one from turnswitch.com. I think the quality and sound is great. You will need the 10 ohm mono speaker in the 4x10. If you give them a call, they can fix you up for about 50 bucks. Lmc and others just sell the 4 ohm which can possibly burn up our factory radios.
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*Mister-B* · 02-12-2013, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by TROOPER 247

Mr-B. I had the same problem. I sent my factory speaker off to get re-coned. After install, and 80 bucks later, it still didn't sound all that great. I ended up buying one from turnswitch.com. I think the quality and sound is great. You will need the 10 ohm mono speaker in the 4x10. If you give them a call, they can fix you up for about 50 bucks. Lmc and others just sell the 4 ohm which can possibly burn up our factory radios.
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Thanks so much. That's great info. Were you able to just mount it up with the original mounting hardware in the original spot?
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1972SUPERSB · 02-12-2013, 03:42 PM

I bought the one from turnswitch as well. Sounds great and bolts right up to stock brackets. You can't go wrong with their speaker. Here is a pic of the speaker I bought from them
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1972SUPERSB · 02-12-2013, 03:43 PM

Another pic
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TROOPER 247 · 02-12-2013, 03:43 PM

Yes sir, the factory speaker bracket fit turnswitches aftermarket one just like like the original. I didn't modify anything.
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ChevyCruizer · 02-12-2013, 04:13 PM

Here is a link to the speaker. Its about half way down the page.

*Mister-B* · 02-12-2013, 04:30 PM

Thanks guys!
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rsavage · 02-12-2013, 06:19 PM

They must have changed their name in the last few years - they went under "Electro-Tech" when I dealt with them. In any event, they do it right.

lowrollin70gmc · 02-12-2013, 10:05 PM

A side note if you want to / have to use modern 4 ohm speakers: Wire two 4 ohm speakers in series to see an 8 ohm load at the radio. It isn't the 10 ohm that the stock speaker is, but much better than a 4 ohm load for it.

atvpro · 02-12-2013, 11:05 PM

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Originally Posted by ChevyCruizer

Here is a link to the speaker. Its about half way down the page.

thanks for that info. I need a new speaker myself.

**allchevy58** · 02-13-2013, 01:08 AM

I just bought the 4 X 10 replacement from Electro-Tech in November. It fit perfect and sounds great. $59.45 shipped to my door.

02-12-2013, 02:41 PM	#1
Mister-B Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Posts: 3,331	Speaker options for original AM radio? I installed an original AM radio. I just got a replacement antenna, so I wired everything up. The radio is getting power, because the light to the display comes on when I turn the radio on. Unfortunately, there's no sound. I would suspect the original speaker is shot. The problem now, is that I checked Brothers and LMC, but the speakers they sell for that spot are stereo. Can I even wire those up to this radio? If so, how? Any other options? I want to keep this radio and stock type setup. I don't want a different unit, additional unit, speakers mounted in a non original spot, etc. Posted via Mobile Device

02-12-2013, 02:49 PM	#2
TROOPER 247 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: FRASER COLORADO Posts: 12	Re: Speaker options for original AM radio? Mr-B. I had the same problem. I sent my factory speaker off to get re-coned. After install, and 80 bucks later, it still didn't sound all that great. I ended up buying one from turnswitch.com. I think the quality and sound is great. You will need the 10 ohm mono speaker in the 4x10. If you give them a call, they can fix you up for about 50 bucks. Lmc and others just sell the 4 ohm which can possibly burn up our factory radios. Posted via Mobile Device

02-12-2013, 03:42 PM	#4
1972SUPERSB Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 1,026	Re: Speaker options for original AM radio? I bought the one from turnswitch as well. Sounds great and bolts right up to stock brackets. You can't go wrong with their speaker. Here is a pic of the speaker I bought from them Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images __________________ Jeff 1972 Cheyenne Super SWB 350, Auto, Bucket Seats w/Console, Tach, Factory A/C, P/S ,P/B, Tilt 1998 Chevy 1500 Ext Cab 5.7, Pewter w/blue interior

02-12-2013, 03:43 PM	#5
1972SUPERSB Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 1,026	Re: Speaker options for original AM radio? Another pic Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images __________________ Jeff 1972 Cheyenne Super SWB 350, Auto, Bucket Seats w/Console, Tach, Factory A/C, P/S ,P/B, Tilt 1998 Chevy 1500 Ext Cab 5.7, Pewter w/blue interior

02-12-2013, 03:43 PM	#6
TROOPER 247 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: FRASER COLORADO Posts: 12	Re: Speaker options for original AM radio? Yes sir, the factory speaker bracket fit turnswitches aftermarket one just like like the original. I didn't modify anything. Posted via Mobile Device

02-12-2013, 04:13 PM	#7
ChevyCruizer 17's too small Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 335	Re: Speaker options for original AM radio? Here is a link to the speaker. Its about half way down the page. __________________ 68 C10 SWB SS 5 lug power disc brake conversion 2.5 inch drop spindles van tilt column Air Ride Technologies Cool Ride air bag kits Performance Online tubular upper control arms and shock relocator kits ECE super track panhard bar 1 piece side windows

02-12-2013, 04:30 PM	#8
Mister-B Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Posts: 3,331	Re: Speaker options for original AM radio? Thanks guys! Posted via Mobile Device

02-12-2013, 06:19 PM	#9
rsavage Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Alden NY Posts: 2,705	Re: Speaker options for original AM radio? They must have changed their name in the last few years - they went under "Electro-Tech" when I dealt with them. In any event, they do it right. __________________ 1961 C1 Corvette 1959 El Camino 350 TPI, 9" 4 w disc 69 Blazer K5 - sold July '20 2021 Durango RT 5.7

02-12-2013, 10:05 PM	#10
lowrollin70gmc Too many projects Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Fargo, ND land of the flat hills Posts: 1,147	Re: Speaker options for original AM radio? A side note if you want to / have to use modern 4 ohm speakers: Wire two 4 ohm speakers in series to see an 8 ohm load at the radio. It isn't the 10 ohm that the stock speaker is, but much better than a 4 ohm load for it. __________________ Andrew 84 GMC C1500 SWB 6.2 Diesel/700R4/3.42 "Grandpa's odd duck" 70 GMC C1500 LWB My first truck: shaved, bagged, and more: the lowrollin70gmc 68 K20 Suburban 12V Cummins/NV5600/NP205/D60/11.5AAM 3.73s "Dakota Cadillac" 63 Chevy II Nova Coupe 250 I6/T56/4.56s "Economy car" 53 Willys Wagon 350/NV4500/BW4401/HP D44/9inch “Winter Wagon” 30 Model A 16 Focus ST

02-13-2013, 01:08 AM	#12
allchevy58 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Reno, Nv. Posts: 1,440	Re: Speaker options for original AM radio? I just bought the 4 X 10 replacement from Electro-Tech in November. It fit perfect and sounds great. $59.45 shipped to my door. __________________ 1927 Willy's Knight 24,000 original miles, 1958 Impala 283/Powerglide, 1971 Monte Carlo 350/350, 1972 GMC K2500 350/350, 1976 Chev. K10 350/350, 2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD LBZ Duramax/Allison, 2006 Chev. Silverado K3500 LBZ Duramax/Allison



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