speaker search for my 1982 collectors ed. 3 purchased. 3 returns

[Shane P.]

Anyone out there know where I can get a pair of 6x9 speakers to fit in the 1982 collectors back speakers? I purchased 3 sets all claiming they fit the car. Last pair from Corvette mod website.

HELP? and THANK you

[Joe L.]

Re: speaker search for my 1982 collectors ed. 3 purchased. 3 returns

Anyone out there know where I can get a pair of 6x9 speakers to fit in the 1982 collectors back speakers? I purchased 3 sets all claiming they fit the car. Last pair from Corvette mod website.

HELP? and THANK you

shane-----


If you have the original rear speakers I would suggest having them re-coned if they are otherwise serviceable.

The original speakers were GM #16004150. Later GM cataloged replacements were GM #16040930, and GM #16040911. Find any of those and you've got what you need. Of course, that might not be so easy. And, by the way, any aftermarket replacement must be 10 OHM impedence.

[Frank D.]

Re: speaker search for my 1982 collectors ed. 3 purchased. 3 returns

Although I don't see those particular speakers on his website it might be worth a call to this fella to see what options he might offer:

http://www.turnswitch.com/feedback.htm

He specializes in classic car audio speakers...

[Shane P.]

Re: speaker search for my 1982 collectors ed. 3 purchased. 3 returns

Thank you. It has seemed to be quite the challenge. I found speakers to fit but as you commented... all new are 4ohms. I guess I may have to break down and get a newer stereo. I changed the front speakers and already blew a fuse... ugh. I also learned there are 2 fuses to stereo system (sorry for all the rookie comment here boys)

[Keith B.]

Re: speaker search for my 1982 collectors ed. 3 purchased. 3 returns

There was a pair on eBay that needed re-coned. I’m sure you should be able to find a good working set

[Patrick H.]

Re: speaker search for my 1982 collectors ed. 3 purchased. 3 returns

I guess I may have to break down and get a newer stereo.

Listen to Frank.
Call this guy: http://www.turnswitch.com/speakers.htm (877) 780-2861
Buy 4 correct, new speakers; install, be happy. Done.

I replaced two in a 1972 a couple of years ago, and they work beautifully. You will be thrilled.

[Shane P.]

Re: speaker search for my 1982 collectors ed. 3 purchased. 3 returns

https://www.summitracing.com

[Frank D.]

Re: speaker search for my 1982 collectors ed. 3 purchased. 3 returns

You should read the tech info on the web site I posted above...a lot of those "correct" repro speakers from the 'boutique' parts stores are not the required ohms; quality control varies broadly...

Sounds like you've already bought some though -- good luck.

[Shane P.]

Re: speaker search for my 1982 collectors ed. 3 purchased. 3 returns

Thank you frank. I had already bought the speakers from that website but it does outline all the specs needed, including 10ohms. thank you so much