Some radios in a k5 were am, am/fm and am/fm stereo. Were there special speakers for stereo? I think after 81 was when the dash was redesign. Prior to 81 the dash only had one speaker.
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Stereo speakers in k5?
- Thread starter wazzabie
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88Silverado
1/2 ton status
Just four cheesy ass ones. Two 3" in the top corners of the dash and two 5-1/4" (I believe) ovals in the rear side panels just inside the tailgate.
I just have the stock middle 4x10 speaker. No speakers in the side panels front and rear. I got a stereo delco radio that I would like to use. I'm not looking to have a super sound system. I think there is a 4x10 stereo speaker.
The holes are already in the dash for the outer speakers. I would start there and see if you like it.
That is true
Probably why so many doors get ruined with speaker holes at the bottom.
Probably why so many doors get ruined with speaker holes at the bottom.
I think these might be a good option although I have no personal experience with them. https://www.usa1industries.com/1973...els-accepts-6.5-speakers-original-colors.html
Then there are a few versions of twin speakers that fit in the 4x10 opening on the dash. Like this: https://www.classiccarstereos.com/k...1987-chevy-truck-dual-dash-mount-speaker.html
Then there are a few versions of twin speakers that fit in the 4x10 opening on the dash. Like this: https://www.classiccarstereos.com/k...1987-chevy-truck-dual-dash-mount-speaker.html
I just redid the entire stock system. Put a new Retro Sound deck in and 2 Hertz speakers for the corners and a Retro Sound center speaker. Sounds great.
Was the center retro sound speaker a direct bolt in? Did you have to drill any holes into the dash?
Yes the 4x10 is a direct bolt. Goes in from under the dash, does not set like a regular speaker. I’ll take some pics tomorrow and upload them. The sides are 3.5” speakers. I went with Hertz, which were about $90 a pair. The center speaker was about $100 for the better version (two versions available).
Thank you for sharing this. I'm going to get the same center speaker. My dash is a 78 and does not have the two outer speaker holes. I don't want to cut the dash. I'm just going to run the center speaker. I'm not looking to rock out. It will be nice to have a speaker that can handle stereo sound.
Awesome. This is the speaker I have (not sure if it’s the same fit for you 78). I’m in the same boat. Just wanted to hear the music. Top is always off and it’s easy to hear over the wind and “blazer” noise haha. Let us know how it works out.
RetroSound R-410N-SB03
4"x10" 2-way dash speaker with dual voice coils — with RS-SB03 Mount
www.crutchfield.com
rampage
3/4 ton status
I have a pair of these Pioneer units mounted to the ceiling of the hardtop just above the rear window. Out of the way and decent sound for the price. Made a couple brackets to mount them to so they easily slide off in case I want to remove the top. Then I can place them on the rear seat.
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Pioneer-TS-X200-4-80-Watt-3-Way-Surface-Mount-Speakers-Black/17032553
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Pioneer-TS-X200-4-80-Watt-3-Way-Surface-Mount-Speakers-Black/17032553
Did you use this mounting bracket that was supplied with the speaker? I have circled it in red.Awesome. This is the speaker I have (not sure if it’s the same fit for you 78). I’m in the same boat. Just wanted to hear the music. Top is always off and it’s easy to hear over the wind and “blazer” noise haha. Let us know how it works out.
RetroSound R-410N-SB03
4"x10" 2-way dash speaker with dual voice coils — with RS-SB03 Mount
Honestly, I bought the equipment and had a stereo shop put it in. It was only then that I learned that the speaker was supposed to be mounted from the bottom side. I don’t see any screw holes for that bracket, though from the top side of the dash.
Can anybody comment on how much stereo imaging is noticeable from this single speaker? The tweeters are like 2" apart and not in front of either passenger. It seems the real advantage is just that you have places to connect both outputs from your stereo.
I was thinking about this speaker to connect 2 radio outputs, like a CB and a UHF.
I was thinking about this speaker to connect 2 radio outputs, like a CB and a UHF.
So did you do this? https://ck5.com/forums/threads/left-right-left-in-the-dash.327149/ Or is it L, R, L, R?
When I was younger and kids were bombing around in late 70's cars, there would be one speaker in the center of the dash and one in the center of the rear deck, so R and L became front and rear. Actually sounded pretty decent that way.
Good question, I’m not sure. Should be 4 channels. One each for the 3.5’s and two for the center.
