P15UL T Posted January 20, 2008 Posted January 20, 2008 im looking to replace my speakers and would like it to be a straight swap with a perfect fit, im was wondering what sizes and brands people have used and what there thoughts have been. if you use mounting rings , do they still fit behind the original door panels ? cheers Paul Quote
Andy Posted January 20, 2008 Posted January 20, 2008 A 6" will fit nicely up front but I have managed to squeeze some 6.5" up front! Currently running Focal Utopia's up front and will be changing to a 3 way kit in some custom door pods once I have some time!! You will more than likely need some spacers though as when flush fitted, the window will hit the top of the magnet on the speaker but it will all probably come down to what speakers you are going to try and install. I'd recommend getting the speakers and then doing a few test fits to see what works. There should be enough space behind the door card to sufficiently space the speaker away from the door whilst still getting the door card back on and ensuring the window still drops correctly. Hope this helps! Quote
GIXXERUK Posted January 20, 2008 Posted January 20, 2008 http://s62.photobucket.com/albums/h101/ ... z/?start=0 http://liljerk.morpheus.net/350Z/front_speakers/ http://liljerk.morpheus.net/350Z/rear_speakers/ focals comps up front and kicker comps in the rear Quote
H5 Posted January 21, 2008 Posted January 21, 2008 I thought they were 6.5" up front standard? I keep getting confused with which way round it is and my speakers are at the dealers so can't check!! I competed with JL Audio front speakers, and they are a great neutral speaker IMO. Focal's are good, but after a while the tweeter can get overly bright and really spoil it. Others to consider would be Rainbow and Hertz if you're wanting a high end sound. Quote
Andy Posted January 21, 2008 Posted January 21, 2008 I found the same with the tweeters as well. I'm now running them actively through an EQS as well so can tidy up the sound to my taste! Agree with the Rainbows as well, brilliant speakers for the money. Quote
Zedrush Posted March 26, 2008 Posted March 26, 2008 http://s62.photobucket.com/albums/h101/blacky_350zed/Install%20pics%20350z/?start=0 http://liljerk.morpheus.net/350Z/front_speakers/ http://liljerk.morpheus.net/350Z/rear_speakers/ focals comps up front and kicker comps in the rear gixxer is that you with the blond hair? Quote
GIXXERUK Posted March 26, 2008 Posted March 26, 2008 http://s62.photobucket.com/albums/h101/blacky_350zed/Install%20pics%20350z/?start=0 http://liljerk.morpheus.net/350Z/front_speakers/ http://liljerk.morpheus.net/350Z/rear_speakers/ focals comps up front and kicker comps in the rear gixxer is that you with the blond hair? lhd car mate Quote
lomoto Posted March 26, 2008 Posted March 26, 2008 if you want any door cards to cut up for speaker upgrades I have some going spare Quote
GIXXERUK Posted March 26, 2008 Posted March 26, 2008 http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/MDF-Speaker-Adapt ... dZViewItem you need two sets Quote
S1 HNK Posted March 26, 2008 Posted March 26, 2008 i have some focal utopias but only in 5 inch from a previous car, i think ill fit these one weekend, they are brilliant speakers. id be interested to hear somones car who has changed the speakers, i've sort of got used to the bose system but i know that in car audio terms it isnt that great. another reason to come to donny! Quote
3FIDDYZ Posted March 26, 2008 Posted March 26, 2008 Andy... You got Genisis Amp's? And H5, you got a list of all the stuff you need to do a ICE install? Am thinking of JL's or Kenwood Comps up front and 2 ways or normals in the rear and a 10" sub either Kenwood or JL in the standard behind the drivers place spot, but I need to know what Amps I need, do I need a 5 way to power it all and keep it nice and simple or do I need 2? and do I need to replace all the cables? And how do I power the amps? Sorry for the post hijack!! Quote
Andy Posted March 26, 2008 Posted March 26, 2008 Yes, running 4 Series III Genesis amps but then again I am now a Genesis dealer Quote
H5 Posted March 26, 2008 Posted March 26, 2008 Andy... You got Genisis Amp's? And H5, you got a list of all the stuff you need to do a ICE install? Am thinking of JL's or Kenwood Comps up front and 2 ways or normals in the rear and a 10" sub either Kenwood or JL in the standard behind the drivers place spot, but I need to know what Amps I need, do I need a 5 way to power it all and keep it nice and simple or do I need 2? and do I need to replace all the cables? And how do I power the amps? Sorry for the post hijack!! Depends how far you want to go mate.... JL's knock Kenwood speakers into a cocked hat, so go for those if they are your choices. 6" 2 ways up front, 6" coax's in the rear and one sub can theoretically be run off one 5 channel amp. Will PM you...... Quote
Rob_Quads Posted March 26, 2008 Posted March 26, 2008 If your looking to get a sub save your money and just disconnect the rear speakers. Decent comps + amp you will never need rear speakers Quote
S1 HNK Posted March 26, 2008 Posted March 26, 2008 if you are looking to buy amps i have 2x phoenix gold zx 600 ti and a zx 475 ti for sale. these are very high quality amps, cost around £800 new. pm if interested. i have lots of stuff. phoenix gold eq, focal speakers, focal sub etc Quote
3FIDDYZ Posted March 26, 2008 Posted March 26, 2008 Yes, running 4 Series III Genesis amps but then again I am now a Genesis dealer The guys at Motorworld in Crawley told me that yesterday!! So if your now a dealer does that mean you can do me a good rate?!?! I got a few quotes now, one off SoundOff in Purley for Genesis amps and Speakers.. I would love to do the work myself but am concerened with rerunning the speakers and power to the amp....... Will drop you a mail S1 HNK just in case there is a deal to be done!! Mark Quote
Andy Posted March 26, 2008 Posted March 26, 2008 I'll be happy to quote you, let me know what you're after You'll have to let me know if you're in Crawley again, my unit is only 5/10 minutes from Motorworld Quote
3FIDDYZ Posted March 26, 2008 Posted March 26, 2008 Am only in Purley and often in Horsham, if I am away from Heathrow early tomorrow then I could drop in in the afternoon!! PM or post your PO and I will try and drop in Mark Quote
Andy Posted March 26, 2008 Posted March 26, 2008 Will be there 'till quite late tomorrow. PM'd you the address Quote
Zedrush Posted March 26, 2008 Posted March 26, 2008 Will be there 'till quite late tomorrow. PM'd you the address just a shame your directions are dodgy lol, especially at roundabouts Quote
Andy Posted March 26, 2008 Posted March 26, 2008 You couldn't find your way out of a paperbag so shut it!!! Besides, I do recall you saying to me....." I won't be long, i'm on the M11 and coming up to Gatwick!!" Quote
Zedrush Posted March 26, 2008 Posted March 26, 2008 You couldn't find your way out of a paperbag so shut it!!! Besides, I do recall you saying to me....." I won't be long, i'm on the M11 and coming up to Gatwick!!" traffic was really bad... honest Quote
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