Highliner w/ built in speakers (from lmc) - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

wwotr · 04-25-2009, 09:24 PM

I'm looking for alternatives to destroying my doors in my GMC for speaker placement.
When I owned my 67 C-10, I had the High Output "Kick-Panel" speakers, along with 5 1/4" in the doors.
I was not happy with the sound.
The Speaker placement was too low and between that and my Hearing Problems, the sound was Distant/Muddy.
So when I got my LMC Catalog, they have a Highliner, which is a unit that goes on the Headliner and has 4 Speakers Total (2) for the Driver & Passenger right above your head. The Head unit installs up above, so your Stereo and Speakers are contained IN the Headliner.

You can see it here at:
http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cb/full.aspx?Page=105

I was wondering if anyone has installed this (or similar) and how they liked the Sound/Placement.

Roger
"RATIKLE"

big mike71 · 04-25-2009, 09:34 PM

I talked to somebody that had and he said it was great except the speakers were no good so he swapped them out.

pmpski_1 · 04-25-2009, 10:47 PM

I've always wanted to go this route and put some different speakers in it. Pretty pricey though, so I'm interested if anyone has reviews about this system before I gamble on it.

How does it mount?

Longhorn Man · 04-25-2009, 10:51 PM

I coulda sworn that was discontinued like 4 years ago.

wwotr · 04-25-2009, 10:59 PM

I'm going to assume that it's not discontinued, as it was just in their new catalog I received TODAY!

Roger
"RATIKLE"

Longhorn Man · 04-25-2009, 11:46 PM

I know its in there.
About 4 or 5 years ago, the headliner was discontinued, but LMC never pulled it out of there catalog. This was when LMC sucked real bad, not just kinda bad.
I highly doubt it's still discontinued.... just seems odd that they quit and then re-started.

JJ · 04-26-2009, 12:40 AM

I had one in my 72 GMC. I liked having the sound up by my ears. I had a CD player/AM/FM unit. The speakers that came with it worked just fine for me. I think it depends on how loud you like your music.
I'm putting another one in my 72 4x4, but I'm going to put a 10CD changer behind the seat because I hate the DJ's on the radio.

wwotr · 04-26-2009, 08:31 AM

JJ,

PM Sent.

Roger
"RATIKLE"

pmpski_1 · 04-26-2009, 01:13 PM

Sounds like the folks that have had them like 'em. Still wondering how they're attached - I guess it would be the same as any other headliner? My roof is bare, so I don't know.

big mike71 · 04-26-2009, 01:20 PM

the one in the lmc catalog is $270 the chrome trim ring $90 more and it comes in black only.

**Boog** · 04-26-2009, 01:33 PM

Well dern! They sure have gone up in cost since they first came out and were sold through JC Whitney...

jrwild · 04-26-2009, 11:44 PM

Not sure about the quality, but i'll be installing one at some point and probably will just change the speakers. Also, saw this one from Brothers...

http://www.brotherstrucks.com/prodin...number=HL72SPK

chevlwb68 · 04-27-2009, 01:29 AM

I am in the same boat with non-cut doors...and I will not cut them up for speakers that is for sure.

Has anyone used the dual speaker assembly that fits in the dash where the stock one speaker was. If so, how does it sound?

There are also the speakers that are made for under the seat. They are sold in pairs and you place one under driver and the other under passenger. Again, if anyone has used these please let us know how they sound. Brothers has them for $149 in either 8" woofer or 5 1/2" woofer.

I sure wish I could find the headliners without speakers so I could just install my own instead of swapping and pay more.

I found kick panels molded for speakers so you can install your own at www.truckandCarShop.com. $69 pair. Page 42 of their catalog that I picked up.

scott's69 · 04-27-2009, 09:49 AM

Ive got one in mine. I got mine about 10 years ago for $110. I have upgraded the speakers and also painted it. But its worth having! Good sound and easy to install with a clean look.

**BIG ORANGE** · 04-26-2010, 09:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by scott's69

Ive got one in mine. I got mine about 10 years ago for $110. I have upgraded the speakers and also painted it. But its worth having! Good sound and easy to install with a clean look.

Yea ole Scott saw mine and had to have one also, they were alot cheaper back then but so was everything else!
Easy to install just get a friend to help you hold it up in place and take a#2 pencil and trace the holes then drill the marked holes.
remove your mirror and sunvisors first, bring your wiring up through the gas gauge wiring, I drilled a 1/2 hole above the interior light to reach the radio!
Good luck!

BLAZERMAN · 04-26-2010, 10:03 PM

I just saw one of these the other day thats in a truck in LMCs showroom...the fit and look is very good, I was impressed.

Curbstone Mech · 02-13-2010, 02:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chevlwb68

I am in the same boat with non-cut doors...and I will not cut them up for speakers that is for sure.

Has anyone used the dual speaker assembly that fits in the dash where the stock one speaker was. If so, how does it sound?

There are also the speakers that are made for under the seat. They are sold in pairs and you place one under driver and the other under passenger. Again, if anyone has used these please let us know how they sound. Brothers has them for $149 in either 8" woofer or 5 1/2" woofer.

I sure wish I could find the headliners without speakers so I could just install my own instead of swapping and pay more.

I found kick panels molded for speakers so you can install your own at www.truckandCarShop.com. $69 pair. Page 42 of their catalog that I picked up.

I bought the dual stereo speaker for my gmc and I wasn't that impressed.
I got the headliner setup from Brothers during a sale, bought two cans of # 505 forrest green from PaintScratch to make it match the cab. Like others have said, the speaker quality isn't that great, but I do like it

Mondo · 02-13-2010, 07:11 PM

If you don't want to cut the doors, these are the best looking kick panel/speaker set up I've seen (short of fully custom):

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=3747440

grs · 02-13-2010, 07:18 PM

I did not want to put the speakers in my doors. The reason. A lot of work. So I put then under the seat. Real stupid thing to do. So I put Pioneer 6x9 270 watt speakers in the doors. They sound great. I cut the door panel to go around the speaker. Not installed yet. Just an idea for you.

junkyardjohn · 02-13-2010, 07:48 PM

I HAD A HIGHLINER IN A TRUCK I BUILT YEARS AGO. IT WAS GREAT FOR WHAT IT WAS, & DID EVERYTHING I EXPECTED IT TO. WAS IT SIMPLY FANTASTIC WITH A SUPER HIGH QUALITY??? NO... BUT I ONLY PAID ABOUT A THIRD OF WHAT A RUSTY OLD SET OF TOWHOOKS COST.

JOHN

mbgmike · 02-13-2010, 08:16 PM

They are still being made. We all buy them from the same mfg. Palco Industries- Dashtop.com

http://www.dashtop.com/index.php/pro...ll-size-pickup

we sell them for a little less however

Maybe LMC just quit selling them for a while

72mistressc10 · 02-12-2010, 03:16 PM

I know this is an old thread I am bringing back from the dead but knowing how to use the search function this is the best thread to post this in..

I still have not seen any pics of this piece being installed, towards the front it looks like the Visor Pad Brackets are being utilized...

sixnine · 02-12-2010, 03:44 PM

How does the wiring for the stereo get ran to the opening? Do you have to drill through the "ceiling"?

72mistressc10 · 02-12-2010, 03:47 PM

I kept searching through the threads and found this one, no wiring showing so I am guessing you can use the same route that the Dome light uses...

72mistressc10 · 02-12-2010, 03:49 PM

whoops forgot to include link to thread, here you go...

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=290785

04-25-2009, 09:24 PM	#1
wwotr Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Clearlake Oaks CA Posts: 1,716	Highliner w/ built in speakers (from lmc) I'm looking for alternatives to destroying my doors in my GMC for speaker placement. When I owned my 67 C-10, I had the High Output "Kick-Panel" speakers, along with 5 1/4" in the doors. I was not happy with the sound. The Speaker placement was too low and between that and my Hearing Problems, the sound was Distant/Muddy. So when I got my LMC Catalog, they have a Highliner, which is a unit that goes on the Headliner and has 4 Speakers Total (2) for the Driver & Passenger right above your head. The Head unit installs up above, so your Stereo and Speakers are contained IN the Headliner. You can see it here at: http://www.lmctruck.com/icatalog/cb/full.aspx?Page=105 I was wondering if anyone has installed this (or similar) and how they liked the Sound/Placement. Roger "RATIKLE" __________________ Hello members... I'd like you to know that I sold, my 72 GMC (Ratikle), back in November of 2011. I don't visit the site much anymore, but please feel free, to drop me a private message. RIP...."RATIKLE" Last edited by wwotr; 04-25-2009 at 09:25 PM.

04-25-2009, 10:47 PM	#3
pmpski_1 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Seattle WA Posts: 505	Re: Highliner w/ built in speakers (from lmc) I've always wanted to go this route and put some different speakers in it. Pretty pricey though, so I'm interested if anyone has reviews about this system before I gamble on it. How does it mount? __________________ Curry in a Hurry: SB rebuild for my 71 C20

04-25-2009, 10:51 PM	#4
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Highliner w/ built in speakers (from lmc) I coulda sworn that was discontinued like 4 years ago.

04-25-2009, 10:59 PM	#5
wwotr Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Clearlake Oaks CA Posts: 1,716	Re: Highliner w/ built in speakers (from lmc) I'm going to assume that it's not discontinued, as it was just in their new catalog I received TODAY! Roger "RATIKLE" __________________ Hello members... I'd like you to know that I sold, my 72 GMC (Ratikle), back in November of 2011. I don't visit the site much anymore, but please feel free, to drop me a private message. RIP...."RATIKLE"

04-25-2009, 11:46 PM	#6
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: Highliner w/ built in speakers (from lmc) I know its in there. About 4 or 5 years ago, the headliner was discontinued, but LMC never pulled it out of there catalog. This was when LMC sucked real bad, not just kinda bad. I highly doubt it's still discontinued.... just seems odd that they quit and then re-started.

04-25-2009, 09:34 PM	#2
big mike71 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: independence mo Posts: 2,111	Re: Highliner w/ built in speakers (from lmc) I talked to somebody that had and he said it was great except the speakers were no good so he swapped them out.

04-26-2009, 12:40 AM	#7
JJ Lurking Member Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Forest Grove, OR USA Posts: 196	Re: Highliner w/ built in speakers (from lmc) I had one in my 72 GMC. I liked having the sound up by my ears. I had a CD player/AM/FM unit. The speakers that came with it worked just fine for me. I think it depends on how loud you like your music. I'm putting another one in my 72 4x4, but I'm going to put a 10CD changer behind the seat because I hate the DJ's on the radio. __________________ JJ 72 GMC 1500 350 4 Speed, stone stock baby!!!!! 72 GMC K-2500 350TPI 700R4 For those who fought for it, Freedom has a flavor the protected will never know.

04-26-2009, 08:31 AM	#8
wwotr Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Clearlake Oaks CA Posts: 1,716	Re: Highliner w/ built in speakers (from lmc) JJ, PM Sent. Roger "RATIKLE" __________________ Hello members... I'd like you to know that I sold, my 72 GMC (Ratikle), back in November of 2011. I don't visit the site much anymore, but please feel free, to drop me a private message. RIP...."RATIKLE"

04-26-2009, 01:13 PM	#9
pmpski_1 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Seattle WA Posts: 505	Re: Highliner w/ built in speakers (from lmc) Sounds like the folks that have had them like 'em. Still wondering how they're attached - I guess it would be the same as any other headliner? My roof is bare, so I don't know. __________________ Curry in a Hurry: SB rebuild for my 71 C20

04-26-2009, 01:20 PM	#10
big mike71 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: independence mo Posts: 2,111	Re: Highliner w/ built in speakers (from lmc) the one in the lmc catalog is $270 the chrome trim ring $90 more and it comes in black only.

04-26-2009, 01:33 PM	#11
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 13,525	Re: Highliner w/ built in speakers (from lmc) Well dern! They sure have gone up in cost since they first came out and were sold through JC Whitney... __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross

04-26-2009, 11:44 PM	#12
jrwild Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 30	Re: Highliner w/ built in speakers (from lmc) Not sure about the quality, but i'll be installing one at some point and probably will just change the speakers. Also, saw this one from Brothers... http://www.brotherstrucks.com/prodin...number=HL72SPK __________________ --------------------------- 1972 C10 LWB - Sold 1968 C10 SWB - 350/700R4 Jacob, DFW/TX

04-27-2009, 01:29 AM	#13
chevlwb68 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Portland, Or Posts: 96	Re: Highliner w/ built in speakers (from lmc) I am in the same boat with non-cut doors...and I will not cut them up for speakers that is for sure. Has anyone used the dual speaker assembly that fits in the dash where the stock one speaker was. If so, how does it sound? There are also the speakers that are made for under the seat. They are sold in pairs and you place one under driver and the other under passenger. Again, if anyone has used these please let us know how they sound. Brothers has them for $149 in either 8" woofer or 5 1/2" woofer. I sure wish I could find the headliners without speakers so I could just install my own instead of swapping and pay more. I found kick panels molded for speakers so you can install your own at www.truckandCarShop.com. $69 pair. Page 42 of their catalog that I picked up. __________________ -mgf- 1968 Chevy LWB. Lowered. 15x7 rallies and BFG's. Built 350. Dual Flowmasters. Fast and Loud.

04-27-2009, 09:49 AM	#14
scott's69 WORTHLESS CRUISERS Join Date: May 2002 Location: Lancaster, SC Posts: 237	Re: Highliner w/ built in speakers (from lmc) Ive got one in mine. I got mine about 10 years ago for $110. I have upgraded the speakers and also painted it. But its worth having! Good sound and easy to install with a clean look. __________________ Scott Hammond Lancaster, SC 1969 Chevy2005 Chevy Silverado Z71 72 Chevy 1972 SWB 454 If you don't live for something, then you'll die for nothing. www.xclusive-images.com

04-26-2010, 10:03 PM	#16
BLAZERMAN Currently Blazerless Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: St. Joseph Mo. Posts: 4,828	Re: Highliner w/ built in speakers (from lmc) I just saw one of these the other day thats in a truck in LMCs showroom...the fit and look is very good, I was impressed. __________________ 1972 C/30 133" W.B. C&C 1970 GMC 3500 157" W.B. single wheel C&C



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02-13-2010, 07:11 PM	#18
Mondo Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Bakersfield, Ca Posts: 538	Re: Highliner w/ built in speakers (from lmc) If you don't want to cut the doors, these are the best looking kick panel/speaker set up I've seen (short of fully custom): http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=3747440 Attached Images Last edited by Mondo; 02-13-2010 at 08:21 PM.

02-13-2010, 07:18 PM	#19
grs Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Roanoke, Tx. Posts: 1,561	Re: Highliner w/ built in speakers (from lmc) I did not want to put the speakers in my doors. The reason. A lot of work. So I put then under the seat. Real stupid thing to do. So I put Pioneer 6x9 270 watt speakers in the doors. They sound great. I cut the door panel to go around the speaker. Not installed yet. Just an idea for you. Attached Images

02-13-2010, 07:48 PM	#20
junkyardjohn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: SOMERSET KY. Posts: 6,425	Re: Highliner w/ built in speakers (from lmc) I HAD A HIGHLINER IN A TRUCK I BUILT YEARS AGO. IT WAS GREAT FOR WHAT IT WAS, & DID EVERYTHING I EXPECTED IT TO. WAS IT SIMPLY FANTASTIC WITH A SUPER HIGH QUALITY??? NO... BUT I ONLY PAID ABOUT A THIRD OF WHAT A RUSTY OLD SET OF TOWHOOKS COST. JOHN __________________ junkyardjohn 69 1 TON TOW TRUCK // 84 4WD CUCV BLAZER// 85 1 TON 4WD STAKE TRUCK// 86 M1031 5/4 TON 4WD CUCV// ALOT OF OLD TRUCKS FOR ONE OLD MAN TO DRIVE. THERES ROOM FOR ALL OF GODS CREATURES RIGHT NEXT TO MY MASHED POTATOES// LIFE MEMBER OF P.E.T.A (PEOPLE EATING TASTY ANIMALS) DON'T RENT U-HAUL ALWAYS TELL THE TRUTH IT WILL AMAZE PART OF THE PEOPLE & ASTONISH THE REST

02-13-2010, 08:16 PM	#21
mbgmike Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Pasadena,Tx /Pto Pta DR Posts: 5,415	Re: Highliner w/ built in speakers (from lmc) They are still being made. We all buy them from the same mfg. Palco Industries- Dashtop.com http://www.dashtop.com/index.php/pro...ll-size-pickup we sell them for a little less however Maybe LMC just quit selling them for a while Last edited by mbgmike; 02-13-2010 at 08:30 PM.

02-12-2010, 03:16 PM	#22
72mistressc10 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 159	Re: Highliner w/ built in speakers (from lmc) I know this is an old thread I am bringing back from the dead but knowing how to use the search function this is the best thread to post this in.. I still have not seen any pics of this piece being installed, towards the front it looks like the Visor Pad Brackets are being utilized... Attached Images __________________ 1972 C10 LWB Cheyenne Super God Said,"Owning A 10 Second Import Is Like Coming Out Of The Closet, In The End Ur Still Gay" ........................__ ..........._______ \|__\__ ..........\|__(O)______(O)]

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sixnine Longtime Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Over Yonder (DFW) Posts: 171	Re: Highliner w/ built in speakers (from lmc) How does the wiring for the stereo get ran to the opening? Do you have to drill through the "ceiling"? __________________ Rokcrln - *"I'm a major car addict so trying to go as low buck as possible is like asking a coke head to use flower to save money."* 1972 C10 Short Step -http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=261405

02-12-2010, 03:47 PM	#24
72mistressc10 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 159	Re: Highliner w/ built in speakers (from lmc) I kept searching through the threads and found this one, no wiring showing so I am guessing you can use the same route that the Dome light uses... __________________ 1972 C10 LWB Cheyenne Super God Said,"Owning A 10 Second Import Is Like Coming Out Of The Closet, In The End Ur Still Gay" ........................__ ..........._______ \|__\__ ..........\|__(O)______(O)]

02-12-2010, 03:49 PM	#25
72mistressc10 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 159	Re: Highliner w/ built in speakers (from lmc) whoops forgot to include link to thread, here you go... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=290785 __________________ 1972 C10 LWB Cheyenne Super God Said,"Owning A 10 Second Import Is Like Coming Out Of The Closet, In The End Ur Still Gay" ........................__ ..........._______ \|__\__ ..........\|__(O)______(O)]

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