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Old 03-08-2018, 11:28 PM   #26
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Re: RetroSound kickpanel speaker

this, maybe???

1.5"????

3.25"????

give or take
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Old 03-08-2018, 11:59 PM   #27
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Re: RetroSound kickpanel speaker

Thank you
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Old 03-09-2018, 09:33 AM   #28
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Re: RetroSound kickpanel speaker

Have 70 K10 pickup, got my kick panel speakers years ago from LMC, no park brake problem, does crowd dimmer switch but have gotten used to it. No trimming etc. 6.5 in. speakers, but sound mediocre at best.....
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Old 03-09-2018, 09:38 AM   #29
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Does anybody know what the mounting depth is? I haven’t had much luck finding that. Planning on getting a set without speakers and run my own coaxial/component setup.
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Old 03-09-2018, 05:01 PM   #30
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Re: RetroSound kickpanel speaker

That's the problem with most of these pre-fabbed speaker panels, they don't offer much in depth for a nice speaker. However I'm sure you can run a spacer to get the clearance.
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Old 03-09-2018, 05:55 PM   #31
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does crowd dimmer switch but have gotten used to it. No trimming etc. 6.5 in. speakers, but sound mediocre at best.....
Yes definitely an hunt for the dimmer switch now.

I ran a decent amp to those puppies and they crank pretty good.
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Old 03-09-2018, 08:51 PM   #32
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Yeah, about 1 3/4 in. is max on mine (inner). Guess you can go out as far as ya want, wouldnt want to change a fuse tho lol....
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Old 03-15-2018, 07:49 PM   #33
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Re: RetroSound kickpanel speaker

Got mine in yesterday. I also ordered 1" spacers from Metra and a pair of Rockford Fosgate Punch 6.5" component set. We will see how it goes.

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Old 03-19-2018, 10:04 AM   #34
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Got mine in yesterday. I also ordered 1" spacers from Metra and a pair of Rockford Fosgate Punch 6.5" component set. We will see how it goes.

Any updates?
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Old 03-19-2018, 10:15 AM   #35
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Re: RetroSound kickpanel speaker

Not really other than I just got the speakers in today. I did a quick test fit Saturday on the panels and they will require some trimming to fit and the e-brake and dimmer switch will need to be moved/modified. That is also running a 1" Metra spacer.
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Old 03-19-2018, 05:37 PM   #36
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Re: RetroSound kickpanel speaker

I mounted one real quick. This is without the 1" spacer. I may be able to get away with the 1/2". I'll order some in this week and see what I think.

These are the Rockford Fosgate Punch P165-SI Component Speakers. Specs online shows a 2.24" mounting depth.





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Old 03-21-2018, 07:04 AM   #37
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I mounted one real quick. This is without the 1" spacer. I may be able to get away with the 1/2". I'll order some in this week and see what I think.

These are the Rockford Fosgate Punch P165-SI Component Speakers. Specs online shows a 2.24" mounting depth.





Looks like I'm going to need a .5" spacer also. Where are you sourcing them from?
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Old 03-21-2018, 10:09 AM   #38
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Looks like I'm going to need a .5" spacer also. Where are you sourcing them from?
Since I'm a residential audio/video guy, I've got some distributors that carry 12v stuff as well. Metra is the brand I usually use for this stuff. I have their 1" spacers now but that is overkill and definitely in the way of the e-brake pedal.
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Old 03-21-2018, 11:00 AM   #39
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Re: RetroSound kickpanel speaker

I see alot of them listed on eBay for less than $10 shipped
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Old 03-21-2018, 12:48 PM   #40
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I mounted one real quick. This is without the 1" spacer. I may be able to get away with the 1/2". I'll order some in this week and see what I think.

These are the Rockford Fosgate Punch P165-SI Component Speakers. Specs online shows a 2.24" mounting depth.





Where are you going to mount the tweeter?
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Where are you going to mount the tweeter?
Not too sure yet.

I'm going to try and mount them up as high as I can. I've considered on the dash where the factory AC vents go, also in the corner of the dash reflecting off the glass, or would like on or near the a-pillar. I haven't had time to mess around to finalize the location.
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Did you get your spacers yet?
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Did you get your spacers yet?
I've got the 1" but haven't had a chance to order the 1/2" yet. Been a crazy week.
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Old 03-22-2018, 10:19 PM   #44
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I've got the 1" but haven't had a chance to order the 1/2" yet. Been a crazy week.
Keep us updated and post pictures of the install. Ive been contemplating either getting these or making a custom pair so any info is helpful. Thanks.
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Old 03-23-2018, 07:46 AM   #45
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I've got the 1" but haven't had a chance to order the 1/2" yet. Been a crazy week.
I bought a set of 1/2" spacers at Best Buy last night and they aren't big enough for my speakers, , (sorry no pics). Looks like I'll have to pick up a .75 or 1" set .
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I bought a set of 1/2" spacers at Best Buy last night and they aren't big enough for my speakers, , (sorry no pics). Looks like I'll have to pick up a .75 or 1" set .
Well that stinks. I just looked up your speakers and they are 2-9/16" deep, about 1/4" deeper than mine. Now you got me wondering if I shouldn't just go ahead with the 1". Might as well try the 1/2" as I'll only be out about $10. I've wasted a lot more than that on these trucks
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Old 03-23-2018, 10:34 AM   #47
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As an ex-audiophile I am curious as to why y'all are wanting to run spacers? Are you concerned that the magnet would be resting on the panel, or?

I used a foam tape in-between the speakers and the panel, put sound deadening material on the panel and installed everything. Sounds as good as can be expected with so little space available and as much power I am pushing. BTW, I am using Alpine 6.5's.
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Re: RetroSound kickpanel speaker

I'm getting ready to get these same kick panels. Can someone determine what the deepest speaker that can be mounted in these panels without spacers? With E-Brake so close, I don't want to space out the speakers any more than they will already be. I think a speaker under 2" will work, but if I can get a larger one, that means more options. Thanks.
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As an ex-audiophile I am curious as to why y'all are wanting to run spacers? Are you concerned that the magnet would be resting on the panel, or?

I used a foam tape in-between the speakers and the panel, put sound deadening material on the panel and installed everything. Sounds as good as can be expected with so little space available and as much power I am pushing. BTW, I am using Alpine 6.5's.
The speaker sticks out the back of the kick panel and will hit the kick panel portion of the cab body. Which model Alpine 6.5's are you using?
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The speaker sticks out the back of the kick panel and will hit the kick panel portion of the cab body. Which model Alpine 6.5's are you using?
I get that piece, but if you are already spacing it out (effectively pushing the speaker out from the panel), what is wrong with it doing that?

Are you thinking you will get better sound if it is away from the trucks panel doing that? The sound deadening material I am using acts as a buffer for the magnet to the truck cab.

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