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BoeJaker1976 · 07-27-2008, 10:37 PM

well, i had to replace my doors in my truck (damn body cancer) before it goes into paint. On my old doors, below the trim panel, was upholstered with the same stuff thats on the carpet and it had the 6inch holes that the previous owner had made for speakers. the new doors dont have the holes, so before i go back to what i had before. I was wondering on how all you guys did your speakers. on the door or not. I just want to get some ideas and maybe do something new. any pics would be greatly appreaciated!
thanx
joey

shadetree · 07-27-2008, 11:05 PM

I don't have any pictures, but 2 "kicker" boxes behind the seat works good.

Square84 · 07-28-2008, 12:16 AM

6" in kick panel

Square84 · 07-28-2008, 12:17 AM

talt to captchaos i think he is making some pods for kickpanel to angle speakers up toward driver

bigblock73 · 07-28-2008, 09:22 AM

6x9's in the cab corners & factory 4x6 door speakers in the front.

**Captkaos** · 07-28-2008, 11:32 AM

We have the half panel and full panel (Silverado) versions in stock now:
Half Panel: http://store.73-87chevytrucks.com/me...y_Code=7387INT
Full Panel:
http://store.73-87chevytrucks.com/me...y_Code=7387INT

You can see the full panel installed here:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...0&postcount=21

The half panel version is designed around the premise that your parking brake is adjusted correctly so it only needs a fair amount of travel to lock it. We are working on modding a set for those that desire for a full clearance.

PHOENIX · 07-28-2008, 12:38 PM

I don't have pics, but my 6x9s are in the bottom of the door.

The good:

Sound travels well from this location
Cheap
More foot room than kick panel mounted speakers

The bad:

holes have to be cut in the door (this is permanent)
must route wires into door and protect the wire
speakers get kicked a lot
pressure from shutting the doors may damage speakers
any leaks around the window often end up in the door. There is a drain hole at the bottom of the door, but the speaker (if not in a "cup") can get wet.

If I was to do it again I would probably do kick panels. Mostly because of running wires into the door and having permanent holes in the door. I guess the holes could be covered up with a carpet piece, I like the painted steel though.

Eighty-6 · 07-28-2008, 05:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Captkaos

We have the half panel and full panel (Silverado) versions in stock now:
Half Panel: http://store.73-87chevytrucks.com/me...y_Code=7387INT
Full Panel:
http://store.73-87chevytrucks.com/me...y_Code=7387INT

You can see the full panel installed here:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...0&postcount=21

The half panel version is designed around the premise that your parking brake is adjusted correctly so it only needs a fair amount of travel to lock it. We are working on modding a set for those that desire for a full clearance.

Do you have any pictures with them mounted with speakers? What size speakers to they hold and will they hold components?

**Captkaos** · 07-28-2008, 05:31 PM

Here are pics from a customers truck of the half panels installed. They house up to a 6.5" speaker, they are not designed to hold component speakers. I may add that later.
BTW, the new full panels I don't have speakers mounted yet as I haven't gotten to the stereo portion of my truck yet, and no customers have sent me any pics. We only added them about a month ago though
tvblazer78 modd'ed a set and put componets in his.

tvblazer78 · 07-28-2008, 07:50 PM

Here are mine that (Captkaos) was talking about. I got a set from him and made a place for the tweeter..

Eighty-6 · 07-29-2008, 04:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Captkaos

Here are pics from a customers truck of the half panels installed. They house up to a 6.5" speaker, they are not designed to hold component speakers. I may add that later.
BTW, the new full panels I don't have speakers mounted yet as I haven't gotten to the stereo portion of my truck yet, and no customers have sent me any pics. We only added them about a month ago though
tvblazer78 modd'ed a set and put componets in his.

They look great thanks for the pictures.

**Captkaos** · 07-29-2008, 04:43 PM

No problem!

jrsmith_2010 · 07-29-2008, 05:04 PM

i bought them same kickpanels for my 79, best usage of the money, 100% best way to go

Cherub · 07-29-2008, 05:11 PM

im going with the cab corners from bigblock73 and the kickpanels from captkaos

d10s69c10 · 07-29-2008, 05:16 PM

What im gonna do.

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What i got right now

Eighty-6 · 07-29-2008, 05:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cherub

im going with the cab corners from bigblock73 and the kickpanels from captkaos

looks like the best way to go.

captkaos do you take paypal?

**Captkaos** · 07-29-2008, 05:24 PM

Yes I take paypal.

Eighty-6 · 07-29-2008, 06:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Captkaos

Yes I take paypal.

PM sent

AceX · 07-30-2008, 04:09 AM

I think the lost of places that I HAVEN'T put speakers in is shorter...

Where to start...? Well, you mentioned the doors, so here's both of my stereos that I've had. Old panels are for sale. New panels are being redone again...

Old system with MB Quarts:

New System with ARC6000's:

d10s69c10 · 07-30-2008, 06:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AceX

I think the lost of places that I HAVEN'T put speakers in is shorter...

Where to start...? Well, you mentioned the doors, so here's both of my stereos that I've had. Old panels are for sale. New panels are being redone again...

Old system with MB Quarts:

G]

thats pretty sick.. ever have it SPL tested?

AceX · 07-30-2008, 08:22 PM

No. Wouldn't produce that much anyway. That system was geared entirely towards quality and not SPL.

My new system however, should hit around 135-140dB

BoeJaker1976 · 08-03-2008, 02:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Captkaos

We have the half panel and full panel (Silverado) versions in stock now:
Half Panel: http://store.73-87chevytrucks.com/me...y_Code=7387INT
Full Panel:
http://store.73-87chevytrucks.com/me...y_Code=7387INT

You can see the full panel installed here:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...0&postcount=21

The half panel version is designed around the premise that your parking brake is adjusted correctly so it only needs a fair amount of travel to lock it. We are working on modding a set for those that desire for a full clearance.

I dont know if its my internet, but i dont see any pictures of the full panel. can some one explain the difference to me

**Captkaos** · 08-04-2008, 11:50 AM

It was me. Since I just got it finished, they didn't have a Part number assigned but they were availible, so I made one up. I fixed my original link.
If you use the replied link, just go up to interiors and refresh...

This is the corrected link:
http://store.73-87chevytrucks.com/me...y_Code=7387INT

piecesparts · 08-04-2008, 03:37 PM

I have 8" speakers in the lower door panels and 6" speakers where the el-cheapo plastic "Catch-all" pocket used to be on the door and then 2" tweets just above the 6" speakers. I built new panels for the door bottoms and then mounted the 8" speakers in them, they don't restrict entry into the truck at all and work quite well. The speakers do not extend into the door panels at all in this design. My pics are on the computer at home, so I would have to get at them later tonight.

ca180 · 08-04-2008, 07:36 PM

I actually mutilated my truck back when I was 16.... I'm now paying for the consequences...

I had one 2" (i think) in each stock "Stereo" dash locations, one 6x9 in each door (gaping hole now), mounted 5 1/4" above the seat belts on each side (more gaping holes to fix), 6"ers in the rear corners (where the optional 6x9's go), also had tweeters a few inches above the window cranks and on the dash, and a pair of JL audio 10wO's behind the seat in a giant box that took up most of the space and just about made me sit on the steering wheel... All speakers were amped and would burst your eardrums on full blast...

Even though it was cool then, I now regret it because of all that I have to fix....

07-27-2008, 10:37 PM	#1
BoeJaker1976 Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: copperas Cove, TX Posts: 85	pic request: how'd you do your speakers? well, i had to replace my doors in my truck (damn body cancer) before it goes into paint. On my old doors, below the trim panel, was upholstered with the same stuff thats on the carpet and it had the 6inch holes that the previous owner had made for speakers. the new doors dont have the holes, so before i go back to what i had before. I was wondering on how all you guys did your speakers. on the door or not. I just want to get some ideas and maybe do something new. any pics would be greatly appreaciated! thanx joey __________________ 1976 Red chevy steppy, Proud service member, US ARMY 15Y, AH-64D Apache Longbow Armament, Avionics, Electronics technician

07-27-2008, 11:05 PM	#2
shadetree Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Knightstown, in, usa Posts: 2,525	Re: pic request: how'd you do your speakers? I don't have any pictures, but 2 "kicker" boxes behind the seat works good. __________________ 1970 long fleet, 355 4 speed, primer, walnut goodies

07-28-2008, 12:16 AM	#3
Square84 I don't think these pills work Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: burkburnett,Tx Posts: 626	Re: pic request: how'd you do your speakers? 6" in kick panel Attached Images __________________ SQUARE84 90 SUBURBAN

07-28-2008, 12:17 AM	#4
Square84 I don't think these pills work Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: burkburnett,Tx Posts: 626	Re: pic request: how'd you do your speakers? talt to captchaos i think he is making some pods for kickpanel to angle speakers up toward driver __________________ SQUARE84 90 SUBURBAN

07-28-2008, 09:22 AM	#5
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	Re: pic request: how'd you do your speakers? 6x9's in the cab corners & factory 4x6 door speakers in the front. Attached Images __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale Last edited by bigblock73; 07-28-2008 at 09:24 AM.

07-28-2008, 11:32 AM	#6
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Re: pic request: how'd you do your speakers? We have the half panel and full panel (Silverado) versions in stock now: Half Panel: http://store.73-87chevytrucks.com/me...y_Code=7387INT Full Panel: http://store.73-87chevytrucks.com/me...y_Code=7387INT You can see the full panel installed here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...0&postcount=21 The half panel version is designed around the premise that your parking brake is adjusted correctly so it only needs a fair amount of travel to lock it. We are working on modding a set for those that desire for a full clearance. __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com Last edited by Captkaos; 08-04-2008 at 11:48 AM. Reason: PN changed..

07-28-2008, 12:38 PM	#7
PHOENIX Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 4,703	Re: pic request: how'd you do your speakers? I don't have pics, but my 6x9s are in the bottom of the door. The good: Sound travels well from this location Cheap More foot room than kick panel mounted speakers The bad: holes have to be cut in the door (this is permanent) must route wires into door and protect the wire speakers get kicked a lot pressure from shutting the doors may damage speakers any leaks around the window often end up in the door. There is a drain hole at the bottom of the door, but the speaker (if not in a "cup") can get wet. If I was to do it again I would probably do kick panels. Mostly because of running wires into the door and having permanent holes in the door. I guess the holes could be covered up with a carpet piece, I like the painted steel though. __________________ * AVOID: LOPER'S PERMORANCE / LOPERSPEED.COM OF PHOENIX, AZ & COTTMAN TRANSMISSION *

07-28-2008, 05:31 PM	#9
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Re: pic request: how'd you do your speakers? Here are pics from a customers truck of the half panels installed. They house up to a 6.5" speaker, they are not designed to hold component speakers. I may add that later. BTW, the new full panels I don't have speakers mounted yet as I haven't gotten to the stereo portion of my truck yet, and no customers have sent me any pics. We only added them about a month ago though tvblazer78 modd'ed a set and put componets in his. __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com Last edited by Captkaos; 07-28-2008 at 06:31 PM.

07-28-2008, 07:50 PM	#10
tvblazer78 Low & Fast! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 3,110	Re: pic request: how'd you do your speakers? Here are mine that (Captkaos) was talking about. I got a set from him and made a place for the tweeter.. Attached Images __________________ Southeastern Mini Truckin' Nationals April 27 and 28, 2012

07-29-2008, 04:43 PM	#12
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Re: pic request: how'd you do your speakers? No problem! __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

07-29-2008, 05:04 PM	#13
jrsmith_2010 I like turtles... Join Date: May 2008 Location: Kansas Posts: 993	Re: pic request: how'd you do your speakers? i bought them same kickpanels for my 79, best usage of the money, 100% best way to go

07-29-2008, 05:11 PM	#14
Cherub Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Houston Posts: 970	Re: pic request: how'd you do your speakers? im going with the cab corners from bigblock73 and the kickpanels from captkaos

07-29-2008, 05:16 PM	#15
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07-29-2008, 05:24 PM	#17
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Re: pic request: how'd you do your speakers? Yes I take paypal. __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

07-30-2008, 04:09 AM	#19
AceX >130dB Moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,130	Re: pic request: how'd you do your speakers? I think the lost of places that I HAVEN'T put speakers in is shorter... Where to start...? Well, you mentioned the doors, so here's both of my stereos that I've had. Old panels are for sale. New panels are being redone again... Old system with MB Quarts: New System with ARC6000's: __________________ Living Life @ 130dB LED Tail Light Conversion; How-to Friend. Father. Brother. RIP El Jay ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CLICK HERE and for less than $0.07 a day, you too can help support and build a better forum.



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07-30-2008, 08:22 PM	#21
AceX >130dB Moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,130	Re: pic request: how'd you do your speakers? No. Wouldn't produce that much anyway. That system was geared entirely towards quality and not SPL. My new system however, should hit around 135-140dB __________________ Living Life @ 130dB LED Tail Light Conversion; How-to Friend. Father. Brother. RIP El Jay ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CLICK HERE and for less than $0.07 a day, you too can help support and build a better forum.

08-04-2008, 11:50 AM	#23
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Re: pic request: how'd you do your speakers? It was me. Since I just got it finished, they didn't have a Part number assigned but they were availible, so I made one up. I fixed my original link. If you use the replied link, just go up to interiors and refresh... This is the corrected link: http://store.73-87chevytrucks.com/me...y_Code=7387INT __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com Last edited by Captkaos; 08-04-2008 at 11:51 AM.

08-04-2008, 03:37 PM	#24
piecesparts Parts and more parts Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Lebo, Kansas (middle of nowhere Posts: 6,821	Re: pic request: how'd you do your speakers? I have 8" speakers in the lower door panels and 6" speakers where the el-cheapo plastic "Catch-all" pocket used to be on the door and then 2" tweets just above the 6" speakers. I built new panels for the door bottoms and then mounted the 8" speakers in them, they don't restrict entry into the truck at all and work quite well. The speakers do not extend into the door panels at all in this design. My pics are on the computer at home, so I would have to get at them later tonight.

08-04-2008, 07:36 PM	#25
ca180 tryin to get laid Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: OK Posts: 198	Re: pic request: how'd you do your speakers? I actually mutilated my truck back when I was 16.... I'm now paying for the consequences... I had one 2" (i think) in each stock "Stereo" dash locations, one 6x9 in each door (gaping hole now), mounted 5 1/4" above the seat belts on each side (more gaping holes to fix), 6"ers in the rear corners (where the optional 6x9's go), also had tweeters a few inches above the window cranks and on the dash, and a pair of JL audio 10wO's behind the seat in a giant box that took up most of the space and just about made me sit on the steering wheel... All speakers were amped and would burst your eardrums on full blast... Even though it was cool then, I now regret it because of all that I have to fix.... Last edited by ca180; 08-04-2008 at 07:37 PM.

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