1967 Radio Speaker Re-Cone Recommendations

[Peter M.]

Re: 1967 Radio Speaker Re-Cone Recommendations

Rocco,
Like Gary I also used the Dr's seal kits.
Kind regards

[Gary J.]

Re: 1967 Radio Speaker Re-Cone Recommendations

Get the Deluxe Kit with the adhesive already added. It will make it easier.

[Ian H.]

Re: 1967 Radio Speaker Re-Cone Recommendations

Tom: Thanks for adding the link to your great article. Can you tell us the item number for the kit you used?

Thanks,
Ian

[Donald O.]

Re: 1967 Radio Speaker Re-Cone Recommendations

I did my own for the 58 - not too hard to do. Bought the kit from the Speaker Exchange in Tampa Fl. They also do reconing.......

I wrote an article for our chapter newsletter on how to do it. Link here:

http://www.delvalncrs.org/files/Del_Val_Chapter_April_2015_Newsletter_Released_150406.pdf

Tom

Tom,
How do you get the voice coil shims out ?
You mentioned putting a bead of glue in a couple of places, what kind or brand of glue?
Did you also replace the fabric speaker cover, if so what glue should be used?
Don

[Harry S.]

Re: 1967 Radio Speaker Re-Cone Recommendations

I'm reaching out to the membership for advise. I am finally getting around to replacing the heater core in my 1967 A/C Coupe. At the same time I will be replacing all the dash cluster light bulbs (USA made), servicing the radio and repairing the non-working clock.

As you can imagine, this is a major undertaking. I only want to do this job once and I started thinking about the 50+ year old radio speaker which is now accessible. I searched the archives to see what has been discussed in the past. It appears there are two choices - replacement or re-cone. Since my car is an all original, unrestored car with a recent Chapter Top Flight award (and possible Bow Tie candidate) I am tending to going with a re-cone of the original.

Jackson Speaker Service was mentioned in the archives as a reputable company but their phone number is disconnected. Are they still in business? I found another company called Utah Recone. Has anyone dealt with them? I called them and the gentleman seemed very knowledgeable and claims to have been in business for over 20 years and has done many Corvette speakers. Cost is a reasonable at $65.00 + shipping. He offers a one year warranty too. Can anyone recommend another service?

Thank You,
Rocco

When you pull the radio check the numbers on it. Is it the original or a Service Replacement. Post some pictures so we can comment.

[Ian H.]

Re: 1967 Radio Speaker Re-Cone Recommendations

Tom: Thanks for adding the link to your great article. Can you tell us the item number for the kit you used?

Thanks,
Ian

[Thomas H.]

Re: 1967 Radio Speaker Re-Cone Recommendations

Tom: Thanks for adding the link to your great article. Can you tell us the item number for the kit you used?

Thanks,
Ian

I don't remember as it has been several years sice I did that speaker.

Your best bet would be to contact the company mentioned in the article and let them determine what kit would be right for your application.

Have fun!

Tom

[Joe B.]

Re: 1967 Radio Speaker Re-Cone Recommendations

Rocco, I used Utah Recone for restoration of my 1966 Original speaker. looks and performs great. Great turnaround time.