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79BIG10 · 04-07-2003, 03:52 AM

My 4x10 speaker in the dash has seen better days and I was wondering what's the best inexpensive speaker to replace it? I don't have any amps, boxes, etc. I just want something that sounds good without breakig the wallet.

Prerunner1982 · 04-07-2003, 04:04 AM

you have the provisions for the smaller corner speakers instead of the single 4x10?

BigRed · 04-07-2003, 08:52 AM

Chevy duty sells a center speaker set that is composed of two smaller speakers. That way you have stereo up front instead of mono.

That would be the low-cost route!

Tracy Focht · 04-07-2003, 09:47 AM

*cough* Kicker *cough*

had to do it...

LOHRTBT · 04-07-2003, 11:03 AM

I would say kicker.....
but if you want CHEAP....go to radio shack!! lol

78SilveradoSWB · 04-07-2003, 11:50 AM

Just got some Kickers, but here are some

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...409663715&rd=1

pissonNOS · 04-07-2003, 07:27 PM

the hell with it splurge and get Rockford!

Tom · 04-07-2003, 07:40 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by pissonNOS
the hell with it splurge and get Rockford!

Nothing personal;, but rockfords suck arse!

There is only one choice, KICKER!!!!

c10scotty · 04-07-2003, 08:58 PM

i dont know about kicker speakers but i have seen way too many comp vr subs blow for my taste. i have two blaupunkt 3.5"ers up front in place of the 4 by 10 and they rock!

C&C Chevy · 04-07-2003, 09:40 PM

79Big10, dump that center speaker and get some brackets from a yard and put a couple of 3.5's up there!

Ric83 · 04-07-2003, 11:27 PM

I have Pioneers and love them.
BTW, no offense, but on the Rockford comment....Ditto. They suck.

pissonNOS · 04-07-2003, 11:32 PM

rockfords high class what can i say
i know for sure my one 8 pounds better than 2 kicker 10's its been tested

apstguy · 04-07-2003, 11:41 PM

Where can you get a bracket that converts that !*#$ 4X10 to two 3.5 for the center dash? Or is there a bracket to convert it to any other size? I want DUAL stereo! Hehe...

*1FaastC10* · 04-08-2003, 12:16 AM

Tyler, the later trucks used 3.5" speakers mounted at each end of teh dash, as opposed to the center mounted 4x10. every truck i've ever seen with the dash pad out has holes where the 3.5"s would fit, you just need to get the brackets to make them work.

apstguy · 04-08-2003, 12:23 AM

I have the normal 2 3.5 already, but I want MORE!!! I have the whole for the center one and want to fill it. More IS better!

79BIG10 · 04-08-2003, 12:30 AM

I don't have provisions for the corner speakers. I have some 3 way in the cab rear corners and the middle needs replaced.

Tracy- How much those run from Kicker?

CHaingKaiShek · 04-08-2003, 01:09 AM

I personally use Inifinity speakers. I like them.

However I would be willing to try Kicker speakers out, provided I could find them at a good price. :p

Jeff

Prerunner1982 · 04-08-2003, 01:12 AM

i am also needing new front speakers ......though i am not one to use someone because of thier job or whatnot....

Tracy Focht · 04-08-2003, 10:38 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by pissonNOS
rockfords high class what can i say
i know for sure my one 8 pounds better than 2 kicker 10's its been tested

I have one 8" I'll put up against ya...

And a bunch of blown Comp VR's...how about a real return rate %...I have the numbers, and it's allot less that most, and won't mention names...Rockford does make some good entry level stuff, mid and top level. Most top level stuff you will have to get at dealers. But the entry stuff can be bought at many outlets.

79BIG10 email me
tfocht@kicker.com

Tracy

Tom · 04-08-2003, 12:15 PM

I have one comp VR 12" sub in my 79. Every single person whos goten into my truck asks how I get a 12" to hit that hard. It has never complained a single bit. My component set of 6.5/1" w/crossovers goes as high as my ears could possably take, without problems. And the one 5 channel amp I use to run them all, also from kicker, has performed flawlessly! I LOVE KICKER!!!!!

Ive tried many brands. I blew my bostin acustics one day after my old amp was installed. The pioneer's didnt last much longer. My kenwoods went the distance though

Had a JL audio 12", good sub but not enough kick to it. I wanted to go with MB Quarts comonent set, but was convinced to try kicker. Now I wont look back

RockHQ · 04-08-2003, 01:08 PM

I have a set of those 3.5" speaker brackets for the corners of the dash (in fact have the stock speakers left too.) I've got a deal for you, PM me if interested.

-Axle

PHOENIX · 04-08-2003, 01:17 PM

Most name brands will not give you problems if you follow their guidlines (ie what amp, how/where to install, etc.).
Kicker is good, no doubt about that.
Kenwood is also good, and usually costs a little less then kicker and can be found instock at retail stores near you)
Pioneer is OK, but I have not been too impressed with any subs I bought from them or any subs that friends have.
I had a set of Fosgates that would blow the doors off. They were 1,000 watt (maybe 1200) competition 12's (huge chromed magnet on the back, with a rubber ring). I paid a little over $200 a speaker, they were stolen before they were ever installed

I have an idea who did it, but could never prove it. What goes around gets you put in the ground!
MTX is ok, but never really happy with their products.
I used to have some Boston Acoustics, man did they sounds great, super clean for some mids. I was really impressed, but sold them for twice what I bought them for, so you know

Never really played with any non factory installed infinity systems, so I have no comments on that.
I dont know about JVC subs, but their decks can take one hell of a beating.

Seems to me if you go with Kicker or Kenwood for any speakers you should be happy. I also have some Kenwood 4-way 6x9's that sound damn good, but one is blown I think. I heard it making some noises this morning. Considering they have been in my truck for years, getting kicked, spilled stuff on them, and having them pumping to the max, I think I got my $100 worth out of them

Good luck with your find Brandon. Stay with a name brand and you should be alright.

pissonNOS · 04-08-2003, 02:33 PM

its all in how ur box is built a friend of mine had abox buily and his 8" cerwin vega pounds louder that the 2 kicker 12's he had

Tracy Focht · 04-08-2003, 02:37 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by pissonNOS
its all in how ur box is built a friend of mine had abox buily and his 8" cerwin vega pounds louder that the 2 kicker 12's he had

true, installation is key, but we shouldn't base public comments on one or two installs......I know of a single 8" sub that did 147+ db's...so it is in the install, but product plays a big role as well.

PHOENIX · 04-08-2003, 02:40 PM

There is really too many factors to compare speakers the way people do. There is the speaker itself, the sterio, the amp, the box, the placement of the box and so forth. To say that one speaker is louder or hits harder then another can be very inaccurate. Always follow the manufacturers guidelines. They test this stuff and they know what they are talking about. High grade sterio equipment is no joke and the manufacturers have alot of time in design and testing, they know what they are talking about when they give you their recomendations. Im sure Tracy could back me up with this.

04-07-2003, 03:52 AM	#1
79BIG10 I'm back with 2nd truck! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 3,775	Speaker Selection? My 4x10 speaker in the dash has seen better days and I was wondering what's the best inexpensive speaker to replace it? I don't have any amps, boxes, etc. I just want something that sounds good without breakig the wallet. __________________ 1979 Chevrolet Bonanza Big10 "Tootsie Roll" 1985 Chevrolet Silverado (wife's) Member of the Southern Bowties Club "Don't underestimate how sexy a fat man who drinks to excess can be." Homer Simpson

04-07-2003, 04:04 AM	#2
Prerunner1982 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Edmond, OK Posts: 5,906	you have the provisions for the smaller corner speakers instead of the single 4x10? __________________ Jon 1982 Chevy Silverado 350/th350.... RETIRED 1993 Jeep XJ 2 door(Cherokee) 4wd 4.0ltr/AX-15 (5spd)/NP231 .... Oklahoma Roll Call

04-07-2003, 08:52 AM	#3
BigRed Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 1,680	Chevy duty sells a center speaker set that is composed of two smaller speakers. That way you have stereo up front instead of mono. That would be the low-cost route! __________________ Scott Shelbourne

04-07-2003, 11:03 AM	#5
LOHRTBT BeWarE tHe eViL CrAnkTOe! Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 3,605	I would say kicker..... but if you want CHEAP....go to radio shack!! lol __________________ ~Dave~ You can call me Mike, Mike Oxlong - 1986 Chevy SWB - Stock for now - *1986 Chevy Custom SWB* *Stolen 6/26/05* - 1985 Chevy SWB SOLD - 1999 T/A Some mods www.cardomain.com/id/ramairdave AIM Screenname - Jester84

04-07-2003, 11:50 AM	#6
78SilveradoSWB Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 1,615	Just got some Kickers, but here are some http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...409663715&rd=1 __________________ Mitch 1978 Chevrolet Silverado C 10 454 BB, TH400

04-07-2003, 09:47 AM	#4
Tracy Focht Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Stillwater, OK 74075 Posts: 2,936	cough Kicker cough had to do it...

04-07-2003, 07:27 PM	#7
pissonNOS senior member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: fort macleod alberta Posts: 2,770	the hell with it splurge and get Rockford! __________________ 69 GMC bagged

04-07-2003, 08:58 PM	#9
c10scotty ~THE SILVER BULLET~ Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: WYOMING Posts: 285	i dont know about kicker speakers but i have seen way too many comp vr subs blow for my taste. i have two blaupunkt 3.5"ers up front in place of the 4 by 10 and they rock! __________________ ~1980 c10 chevy scottsdale~ ~2.5/4 drop 305/th350c~

04-07-2003, 09:40 PM	#10
C&C Chevy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Midwest City, OK Posts: 1,001	79Big10, dump that center speaker and get some brackets from a yard and put a couple of 3.5's up there! __________________ Robert Current: 1986 SWB Silverado 4.3 / TH400 Past: 1985 SWB Silverado 305 / TH350 - sold 1995 1987 1/2 ton Silverado - FI 350 / 700R4 sold 2007

04-07-2003, 11:27 PM	#11
Ric83 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 824	I have Pioneers and love them. BTW, no offense, but on the Rockford comment....Ditto. They suck. __________________ Ric '83 Silverado SWB Fleetside Here she is

04-07-2003, 11:32 PM	#12
pissonNOS senior member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: fort macleod alberta Posts: 2,770	rockfords high class what can i say i know for sure my one 8 pounds better than 2 kicker 10's its been tested __________________ 69 GMC bagged

04-07-2003, 11:41 PM	#13
apstguy LED King Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,088	Where can you get a bracket that converts that !*#$ 4X10 to two 3.5 for the center dash? Or is there a bracket to convert it to any other size? I want DUAL stereo! Hehe... __________________ 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

04-08-2003, 12:16 AM	#14
1FaastC10 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Elkhart, IN Posts: 6,400	Tyler, the later trucks used 3.5" speakers mounted at each end of teh dash, as opposed to the center mounted 4x10. every truck i've ever seen with the dash pad out has holes where the 3.5"s would fit, you just need to get the brackets to make them work.

04-08-2003, 12:23 AM	#15
apstguy LED King Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,088	I have the normal 2 3.5 already, but I want MORE!!! I have the whole for the center one and want to fill it. More IS better! __________________ 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

04-08-2003, 12:30 AM	#16
79BIG10 I'm back with 2nd truck! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 3,775	I don't have provisions for the corner speakers. I have some 3 way in the cab rear corners and the middle needs replaced. Tracy- How much those run from Kicker? __________________ 1979 Chevrolet Bonanza Big10 "Tootsie Roll" 1985 Chevrolet Silverado (wife's) Member of the Southern Bowties Club "Don't underestimate how sexy a fat man who drinks to excess can be." Homer Simpson



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04-08-2003, 01:09 AM	#17
CHaingKaiShek I love goooooold! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: In the middle of Hell, Arizona Posts: 133	I personally use Inifinity speakers. I like them. However I would be willing to try Kicker speakers out, provided I could find them at a good price. :p Jeff __________________ "Musha ring dum a doo dum a da Whack for my daddy-o Whack for my daddy-o There's whiskey in the jar-o."

04-08-2003, 01:12 AM	#18
Prerunner1982 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Edmond, OK Posts: 5,906	i am also needing new front speakers ......though i am not one to use someone because of thier job or whatnot.... __________________ Jon 1982 Chevy Silverado 350/th350.... RETIRED 1993 Jeep XJ 2 door(Cherokee) 4wd 4.0ltr/AX-15 (5spd)/NP231 .... Oklahoma Roll Call

04-08-2003, 12:15 PM	#20
Tom driving is in my blood Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Mesa AZ Posts: 5,714	I have one comp VR 12" sub in my 79. Every single person whos goten into my truck asks how I get a 12" to hit that hard. It has never complained a single bit. My component set of 6.5/1" w/crossovers goes as high as my ears could possably take, without problems. And the one 5 channel amp I use to run them all, also from kicker, has performed flawlessly! I LOVE KICKER!!!!! Ive tried many brands. I blew my bostin acustics one day after my old amp was installed. The pioneer's didnt last much longer. My kenwoods went the distance though Had a JL audio 12", good sub but not enough kick to it. I wanted to go with MB Quarts comonent set, but was convinced to try kicker. Now I wont look back __________________ -78 c10 short/step: 388cid, M20, 5/5 drop, lots more. Playtoy and first vehicle. -98 c1500 x-cab: 5.7L, 17" rims, 5/6 drop, flowmaster, helper bags,NBS rear disk brakes. -02 Suburban 4x4: leveled front -CBR600F4i, CBR600RR, CBR1000RR, and standup skis DISCLAIMER: I cant spell for the life of me.

04-08-2003, 01:08 PM	#21
RockHQ ROCKET POWER! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Finland, Europe Posts: 509	I have a set of those 3.5" speaker brackets for the corners of the dash (in fact have the stock speakers left too.) I've got a deal for you, PM me if interested. -Axle __________________ What did i do last nite? I had a wonderful time, That's what they tell me What did i do last nite? 1979 C-10 shortfleet: Olds 350, Th400, 12 bolt Current project: 1969 Olds 455 W-30, needing a rebuild

04-08-2003, 01:17 PM	#22
PHOENIX Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 4,703	Most name brands will not give you problems if you follow their guidlines (ie what amp, how/where to install, etc.). Kicker is good, no doubt about that. Kenwood is also good, and usually costs a little less then kicker and can be found instock at retail stores near you) Pioneer is OK, but I have not been too impressed with any subs I bought from them or any subs that friends have. I had a set of Fosgates that would blow the doors off. They were 1,000 watt (maybe 1200) competition 12's (huge chromed magnet on the back, with a rubber ring). I paid a little over $200 a speaker, they were stolen before they were ever installed I have an idea who did it, but could never prove it. What goes around gets you put in the ground! MTX is ok, but never really happy with their products. I used to have some Boston Acoustics, man did they sounds great, super clean for some mids. I was really impressed, but sold them for twice what I bought them for, so you know Never really played with any non factory installed infinity systems, so I have no comments on that. I dont know about JVC subs, but their decks can take one hell of a beating. Seems to me if you go with Kicker or Kenwood for any speakers you should be happy. I also have some Kenwood 4-way 6x9's that sound damn good, but one is blown I think. I heard it making some noises this morning. Considering they have been in my truck for years, getting kicked, spilled stuff on them, and having them pumping to the max, I think I got my $100 worth out of them Good luck with your find Brandon. Stay with a name brand and you should be alright. __________________ * AVOID: LOPER'S PERMORANCE / LOPERSPEED.COM OF PHOENIX, AZ & COTTMAN TRANSMISSION *

04-08-2003, 02:33 PM	#23
pissonNOS senior member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: fort macleod alberta Posts: 2,770	its all in how ur box is built a friend of mine had abox buily and his 8" cerwin vega pounds louder that the 2 kicker 12's he had __________________ 69 GMC bagged

04-08-2003, 02:40 PM	#25
PHOENIX Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 4,703	There is really too many factors to compare speakers the way people do. There is the speaker itself, the sterio, the amp, the box, the placement of the box and so forth. To say that one speaker is louder or hits harder then another can be very inaccurate. Always follow the manufacturers guidelines. They test this stuff and they know what they are talking about. High grade sterio equipment is no joke and the manufacturers have alot of time in design and testing, they know what they are talking about when they give you their recomendations. Im sure Tracy could back me up with this. __________________ * AVOID: LOPER'S PERMORANCE / LOPERSPEED.COM OF PHOENIX, AZ & COTTMAN TRANSMISSION *

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