Speaker replacement

[GixxerSteph]

I recently bought a pair of Infinity Kappa 62.7 speakers to replace the 2 fronts that are blown in the car. I have the factory monsoon stereo and was told by the salesperson that I needed a professional to do this install. How easy is it to do?

[savagecamaro96]

Re: Speaker replacement

stuff to remember.
don't break any tabs on your door panel! your door will never fit right again,
just unplug the wires to the window and power lock switch, dont try to screw with the panel.
the door lock lever just pops out. your need to take it off first.
if anyone else has any other advice,
fell free to add on, or to tell him that my advice is crap

[GixxerSteph]

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Thanks for the info guys, I didn't think it was a big deal either. I don't have power door locks or windows but I will put the windows down for clearance. I plan on replacing the rears too but not at this time.

[IwannaCamarosoBad]

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Thanks for the info guys, I didn't think it was a big deal either. I don't have power door locks or windows but I will put the windows down for clearance. I plan on replacing the rears too but not at this time.

How much did those speakers run you?? Let me know if they're any good, I'm looking to replace my stock front speakers, the back has Pioneers in them but they dont fit in, they're floating lol

[TheGr8Schlotzky]

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It's not just that easy, and that's why the guy said you'll need a pro to do it. Now, it's not impossible, but it's more than just swapping the speaker out.

The Monsoon system has two way speakers in the doors. A woofer and a tweeter. The tweeter is powered directly from the head unit, while the woofer is powered by the monsoon amp in the back of the car. You'll find that the connector to the speaker has four leads. The blue and light blue wires run between the woofer and the monsoon amp. The other two power the tweeter.

Assuming your new speakers are two way, you're going to have to cut the wires to the tweeter, which usually comes out of the cone of the woofer, and hook them up to the remaining two wires from the 4 prong connector. There is usually a capacitor visible in the tweeter's circuit which prevents the bass from going to the tweeter, which will blow it, so make sure you keep it in the circuit. The other blue/light blue wires will go to the woofer.

[Bonemaro]

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I was just about to say the same thing. You beat me to it, oh master of the rattle can.

[GixxerSteph]

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How much did those speakers run you?? Let me know if they're any good, I'm looking to replace my stock front speakers, the back has Pioneers in them but they dont fit in, they're floating lol

I paid about $179 before taxes...I'll let you know how they sound.

[GixxerSteph]

Re: Speaker replacement

It's not just that easy, and that's why the guy said you'll need a pro to do it. Now, it's not impossible, but it's more than just swapping the speaker out.

The Monsoon system has two way speakers in the doors. A woofer and a tweeter. The tweeter is powered directly from the head unit, while the woofer is powered by the monsoon amp in the back of the car. You'll find that the connector to the speaker has four leads. The blue and light blue wires run between the woofer and the monsoon amp. The other two power the tweeter.

Assuming your new speakers are two way, you're going to have to cut the wires to the tweeter, which usually comes out of the cone of the woofer, and hook them up to the remaining two wires from the 4 prong connector. There is usually a capacitor visible in the tweeter's circuit which prevents the bass from going to the tweeter, which will blow it, so make sure you keep it in the circuit. The other blue/light blue wires will go to the woofer.

Thanks for the info. Yes, they are 2-way speakers as well. I haven't taken the panel off yet to look as the car is not yet on the road for this year.

[drhntr1]

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my front speakers are 6 1/4 but there in a plastic holder which bolts to the door. WHere do i find after market 6 1/4 speakers? Cuz i cant figure a way to put 6 1/2 in the front

[GixxerSteph]

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well, good news, I installed the speakers this weekend and they sound awesome, crisp too. The install was very easy too. Thanks for all your help guys.

[95astrovan]

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congratulations!...enjoy!:rock:

[IwannaCamarosoBad]

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well, good news, I installed the speakers this weekend and the sound awesome, crisp too. The install was very easy too. Thanks for all your help guys.

Sweet!!!

[96firebird311]

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Damn it you two.... one of you change your avatar! I'm forever getting you two confused. :D

[95astrovan]

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me and Iwanna?

oh...steph haha...

once again, Me=:slap:

[GixxerSteph]

Re: Speaker replacement

Damn it you two.... one of you change your avatar! I'm forever getting you two confused. :D

lol...sorry for the confusion. I can't upload my own avatar.