Speaker Size and Tweeter Mounting ?'s

I was wondering if it would be at all difficult to mount a 6.5" speaker in the stock 6.75" front speaker locations in my '97 Camaro?

Also, how hard is it to mount a tweeter in the A-pillar, or maybe even behind on the side-view mirror mounting point? TIA!:)

Another question?

According to a chart, the max mounting depth I can use is 2 3/8". If I get a speaker that is 2 7/8", would it be difficult to add a little clearance back there?

What speakers are you trying to fit? You shouldn't have a problem with the mounting bracket. Some 6.5 will fit a 6.75, others will need a $5 bracket from Best Buy(or anywhere really). Or the best option is to make a custom mounting braket from MDF.

Cool, that's good to know. I'm trying to fit the Cadence CWM6 KIT component set.

They'll fit, you just need to cut the back off the plastic mounting bracket, or fab up a new one all together.

Great! I was hoping that wouldn't be a problem?

Anyone mount their tweeters in the A-pillars? I'd really like to know how difficult this is, since I can't afford kick panels.:cry:

Mine are in the A-pillars. Just make sure you do it on a flat are so it will mount more flush. And don't mess up, the panels are $80 each from the dealership.

Originally posted by RallyRedTexan
Mine are in the A-pillars. Just make sure you do it on a flat are so it will mount more flush. And don't mess up, the panels are $80 each from the dealership.

Cool. Do you have any pics? Could you maybe give a break down of how to do this? Sorry for all the quetions, but I'm pretty ignorant about this, and can't spend the $ to have it proffesionally done.:)

It's not problem. I don't have any pics, sorry. I can go take a few, but right now I'm making fiberglass A-pillars so everything is a mess. I'll get it done when I get home this afternoon.

Thanks! Those fiberglass A-pillars sound sweet.:bow:

Originally posted by snorkelface
Thanks! Those fiberglass A-pillars sound sweet.:bow:

Oh, they will be! Now I just need to decide if I want them in tweed (to prevent sound reflection) or in vinyl (because it looks cooler).

Okay, pic is in my Webshots under "Stereo Pics," enjoy!

http://community.webshots.com/user/rallyredtexan

Cool. I think having the tweets mounted like that would be much better than the current setup of being aimed at my feet.

Very much so! I would try them a little more towards the middle of the triangle section on the A-pillar though. It's flater there and you won't need to use bodyfiller like I did. Use a drill to start the hole and then dremel it out. I suggest using Hot Glue in case you need to remove it later.

Thanks for the tip. Can I mount these in the A-pillar, or would I have to surface mount them?