OEM speakers for my 1998 Honda Civic DX HB: question for remplacement

Discussion in 'Civic' started by Jason, Jun 23, 2005.

  1. Jason

    Jason Guest

    Hi!

    My speakers on my car (the one right on the driver's side door is becoming
    very "shaky") and I was wondering if I should changed them for aftermarket
    speakers? Will the sound quality improve? And if so, what 'size' should I
    buy?? Is installation just a matter of removing cover, unscrewing and
    vice-versa?


    I'm new to this so I would appreciate the help! Thanks!

    B-cool
     
    Jason, Jun 23, 2005
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  2. Jason

    MAT Guest

    Yes the speakers in this generation hatchback are very easy to install! For
    the front you just pop the grills off, and use a screwdriver to unmount the
    speaker. The rears are jsut as easy with a top accessible screw mounted
    grill. I suggest you getting speakers from www.crutchfield.com or at least
    the 'master sheets' and more importantly, little wiring harnesses that make
    the install completely plug and play. In the past I have just gotten the
    harnesses and master sheets without a speaker purchase but they throw them
    in for free if you buy speakers from them. Their online interface will tell
    you exactly what size and depth considerations you need to take.
     
    MAT, Jun 23, 2005
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  3. Jason

    MAT Guest

    Yes the speakers in this generation hatchback are very easy to install! For
    the front you just pop the grills off, and use a screwdriver to unmount the
    speaker. The rears are jsut as easy with a top accessible screw mounted
    grill. I suggest you getting speakers from www.crutchfield.com or at least
    the 'master sheets' and more importantly, little wiring harnesses that make
    the install completely plug and play. In the past I have just gotten the
    harnesses and master sheets without a speaker purchase but they throw them
    in for free if you buy speakers from them. Their online interface will tell
    you exactly what size and depth considerations you need to take.
     
    MAT, Jun 23, 2005
    #3
  4. What do you mean by shaky? If something is rattling, you can pull the door
    panel and find the source. It could just be as simple as move a wire or
    tightening the speaker in it's mounts.
     
    Alex Rodriguez, Jun 23, 2005
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  5. What do you mean by shaky? If something is rattling, you can pull the door
    panel and find the source. It could just be as simple as move a wire or
    tightening the speaker in it's mounts.
     
    Alex Rodriguez, Jun 23, 2005
    #5
  6. Jason

    I'm Right Guest

    yes
    they are that easy to change
    yes the new speakers will be an improvement
     
    I'm Right, Jun 23, 2005
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  7. Jason

    I'm Right Guest

    yes
    they are that easy to change
    yes the new speakers will be an improvement
     
    I'm Right, Jun 23, 2005
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  8. Jason

    I'm Right Guest

    the size, most likel 6.5"
    buy them from a local stereo shop
    even $49-$69 pioneer, jvc or sony speakers will be a big improvement
     
    I'm Right, Jun 23, 2005
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  9. Jason

    I'm Right Guest

    the size, most likel 6.5"
    buy them from a local stereo shop
    even $49-$69 pioneer, jvc or sony speakers will be a big improvement
     
    I'm Right, Jun 23, 2005
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  10. Jason

    Pars Guest

    Yep, it's 6.5". The stock is crap compared to a cheap aftermarket, so sound
    quality should improve drastically. If you want to avoid cutting, get some
    speakers with lower watts (smaller magnet). However, it you have a good
    receiver getting a high wattage speaker and cutting a hole so that the
    larger magnet can fit is worthwhile. The big doors makes for a good
    resonance box.

    Pars
     
    Pars, Jun 24, 2005
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  11. Jason

    Pars Guest

    Yep, it's 6.5". The stock is crap compared to a cheap aftermarket, so sound
    quality should improve drastically. If you want to avoid cutting, get some
    speakers with lower watts (smaller magnet). However, it you have a good
    receiver getting a high wattage speaker and cutting a hole so that the
    larger magnet can fit is worthwhile. The big doors makes for a good
    resonance box.

    Pars
     
    Pars, Jun 24, 2005
    #11
  12. Jason

    chris Guest

    I liked the sound from a pioneer 3way 6.5 speakers.

    Also you may want to check into upgrading your headunit as well. You can
    pick up decent Alpine decks for around $250-$300 new.
     
    chris, Jun 24, 2005
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  13. Jason

    chris Guest

    I liked the sound from a pioneer 3way 6.5 speakers.

    Also you may want to check into upgrading your headunit as well. You can
    pick up decent Alpine decks for around $250-$300 new.
     
    chris, Jun 24, 2005
    #13
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