C2 Radio Speaker

[Tim T.]

I am trying to get the correct speaker for a 1966 w C60. I am seeing 2 units #7282156 and a #7282256 listed whats the difference? I think the 256 is shallower to fit with a/c ducts? Is the 156 for non a/c? Paragon shows replacements referencing 156 for A/C. I'm confused lol. The speaker we removed was not original so its no help. Thanks

[Frank D.]

Re: C2 Radio Speaker

Scroll about 2/3 of the way down this web page and read up on '58-'67 Corvette speakers and why you should buy one from this outfit, you can call them for specifics about a car with the C60 option:

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

You can do some research here to add to your confusion:

https://www.forums.ncrs.org/showthread.php?105429-C2-Speaker&highlight=speaker

[Tom E.]

[Page C.]

Re: C2 Radio Speaker

Hi Tim,
The original radio speakers for all C2 (with or without air condition) was #7282156. The #7282256 is a service replacement speaker. This speaker was not available during the 1963-67 model years. It does have a lower profile and will work but is not necessary for air condition cars. Also both speakers are date coded. It's a 3 digit number. If the code reads 730, it would be the 30th week of 1967. Also there is no reference in the C60 section of the midyear AMI's for a different speaker. Don't bite on an overpriced so-called #256 air condition only speaker that show up from time to time but if reasonable priced they will work.

[Tim T.]

Re: C2 Radio Speaker

Gentleman, Thanks to all for the info. Got me headed in right direction. Like many I was convinced there were 2 different applications.

[Frank D.]

Re: C2 Radio Speaker

Hi Tim,
The original radio speakers for all C2 (with or without air condition) was #7282156. The #7282256 is a service replacement speaker. This speaker was not available during the 1963-67 model years. It does have a lower profile and will work but is not necessary for air condition cars. Also both speakers are date coded. It's a 3 digit number. If the code reads 730, it would be the 30th week of 1967. Also there is no reference in the C60 section of the midyear AMI's for a different speaker. Don't bite on an overpriced so-called #256 air condition only speaker that show up from time to time but if reasonable priced they will work.

That is my understanding as well from what I've gleaned here and other places.....