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Posted by: 914Mels Dec 7 2021, 10:51 PM

Any recommendations for kick panel speaker replacements ? As I remember there isn't a ton of room there.

Posted by: gulf908 Dec 7 2021, 11:26 PM

I have 2 of these in my -6
fitted well straight off
not cheap but exc quality and sound

https://www.koenigs-klassik-radios.de/en/loudspeaker/full-range-loudspeaker-for-the-porsche-914-and-other-cars_31149_1619

HTH
Dennis

Posted by: Sprout Dec 8 2021, 08:15 AM

I just installed a pair of these Kicker 4x6 and they’re great! Had to grind down a few places on the mounting plate in order for it to fit in between the posts of the speaker grill, but not much.
https://www.amazon.com/Kicker-46CSC464-Coaxial-Stereo-Speakers/dp/B07NSB9B35/ref=sr_1_3?crid=U13S7LQ5M98F&keywords=kicker+4x6+speakers&qid=1638972694&sprefix=Kicker+4x6%2Caps%2C190&sr=8-3

Posted by: 914Mels Dec 8 2021, 10:52 AM

Thanks! I need to check if my radio is set up for 4 or 8 ohm speakers.

Posted by: Rick986 Dec 8 2021, 11:50 AM

I installed the https://914rubber.com/uncut-thermal-formed-speaker-pod-set-1 with https://www.amazon.com/Infinity-62IX-Coaxial-Speaker-System/dp/B075ZHJ683/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=infinity+kappa&qid=1638985503&sr=8-4 speakers. Considerable enhancement of sound. Still no big low-end, but huge difference due to larger size/magnets over the crap 3x5's that sit in the original grills.

Posted by: Mikey914 Dec 8 2021, 11:57 AM

These are a direct replacement for plastic factory ones. Save yours if they are good and don't modify them. These will add more sound than you can get with the factory housing.

https://914rubber.com/uncut-thermal-formed-speaker-pod-set-1

We are actually doing another run on them now. If I can get 10 takers I'll do a Group Buy for 20% off.


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Posted by: 914_tinker Dec 8 2021, 12:05 PM

I'll take a set. Thanks

Posted by: Morph914 Dec 8 2021, 03:17 PM

I’m in for a set

Posted by: autopro Dec 10 2021, 06:06 AM

I'm also in for a set.

Posted by: Mikey914 Dec 15 2021, 11:23 AM

Going to start a run next week any others???

Posted by: pete-stevers Dec 15 2021, 11:30 AM

I will take a set!

Posted by: NARP74 Dec 15 2021, 11:34 AM

1 please, this time I will remember to place the order.

Posted by: lesorubcheek Dec 15 2021, 05:03 PM

Heck, for 20% off, put me down for a set.

Dan

Posted by: Tdskip Dec 15 2021, 08:34 PM

Two sets please!

Posted by: DC_neun_vierzehn Dec 15 2021, 11:18 PM

I will take a set! I tried to buy them for Black Friday. I had them in my cart and they were in stock, but the discount was not working on time. By the time the BF discount started to work they were "out of stock". So thank you for the group buy discount offer. Count me in!

Posted by: JamesM Dec 15 2021, 11:20 PM

I could use a couple sets

Posted by: Arno914 Dec 16 2021, 02:31 AM

I installed the same ones, good fit in the original housings with little rework.
I stuffed as much sound insulating foam as possible into the housings when mounting them back to the car.

Hidden the frunk is a 4x75W Class D Amp from ESX and bass is provided by a passive bass box (ESX) behind the drivers seat. Might install the bass box under the dash though. Sound is quite impressive.
Maybe I will try the bigger enclosures in the future to be able to install bigger speakers in the footwell. Winter project

Arno

Posted by: beech4rd Dec 16 2021, 10:39 AM

I'll take a set

Chris

Posted by: Mikey914 Dec 16 2021, 02:16 PM

One of tge reasons I figured Id offer this up

Posted by: moldygreg Dec 16 2021, 03:57 PM

In for a set if Group Buy list is still being gathered!
Thanks
Greg

Posted by: DC_neun_vierzehn Dec 21 2021, 01:25 PM

@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=3348 is there a code for the group buy? I’m ready to order : )

Posted by: Mikey914 Dec 21 2021, 03:26 PM

Oops,
Looks like we got 10. I’ll PM codes tomorrow. Any others I will close this after New Years.

Sorry about that

Posted by: Quinn Moore Dec 21 2021, 03:51 PM

I'm in, thx.

QM

Posted by: DC_neun_vierzehn Dec 22 2021, 01:37 PM

Woohoo. Thanks @http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=3348

Posted by: robkammer Dec 22 2021, 02:25 PM

All good information! Somewhere on my BB to-do list is getting tunes together. I have the stock enclosures and at some point someone installed speakers in the doors that I have since tossed along with the crappy radio. I don't really want a radio bur would like to be able to stream music from my phone, Can anyone recommend a nice bluetooth receiver/amp that I can hide up in the dash?
Rob

Posted by: VaccaRabite Dec 22 2021, 07:27 PM

I'd like a set of these pods as well.
We have to have 10 people who want them now.

Zach

Posted by: mate914 Dec 23 2021, 07:40 AM

Im in for a set.
Matt

Posted by: T.Rick6 Dec 23 2021, 08:14 AM

I’m in for a set

Posted by: DC_neun_vierzehn Dec 23 2021, 01:34 PM

@ robkammer

Check out this thread:

www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=355853&hl=

Posted by: autopro Dec 23 2021, 03:22 PM

I didn't get the code, can you send it to me please.

Posted by: Dustin Dec 24 2021, 12:20 AM

Regardless of what you do to the stereo system in these cars, it's never going to sound good. If you're driving, the engine is going to drown out the stereo. And, if the engine isn't running, because of the way the ignition works in these cars, you can fry your points if you just leave the key in on without starting the engine, if the points are contacting.

Posted by: Mikey914 Dec 24 2021, 06:55 AM

Sorry guys,
Got drafted into more work at the day job, Ill follow-up late Monday.
Mark

Posted by: robkammer Dec 25 2021, 10:21 AM

Thanks! I remembered seeing that but could not seem to find it. I rarely use the radio when driving the Porsches but it would be nice to have on occasion, playlists and sirious!

Posted by: Miguel K R Dec 26 2021, 04:33 AM

Hi Mikey,
I will also take a set.
I am contacting you from Europe, but the items will be sent to Philadelphia as I have a son living there. And I will profit to order many other products.
Miguel

Posted by: Belgiumcx Dec 26 2021, 10:27 AM

I would like a set of available

Posted by: 914Stuttgart Dec 26 2021, 11:42 AM

I would like a set as well. Thank you!

Posted by: Tdskip Dec 30 2021, 10:58 AM

Payment for two sets send, thanks for making these.

Any tips on cutting the opening so it look tidy/professional?

Thanks and best wishes for a Happy New Year.

Posted by: 914Sixer Dec 30 2021, 06:10 PM

Here is one side with 6 1/2 Blaupunkt with foam cone on back


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Posted by: Mikey914 Dec 30 2021, 11:54 PM

5in hole saw on a drill. The centers have a hole to help align.

Posted by: Tdskip Dec 31 2021, 08:33 AM

Thank you!

Posted by: autopro Jan 8 2022, 01:23 PM

Sold out already?

Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 9 2022, 02:14 PM

No, looks like an inventory entry issue. Should have resolved in the morning Monday. I know we have them I did this run myself.

Posted by: DC_neun_vierzehn Jan 13 2022, 11:36 AM

@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=3457

Mark - Where did you get that foam cone for the back?

Posted by: 914Sixer Jan 13 2022, 12:01 PM

Crutchfeild I think or maybe Ebay.

Posted by: dstudeba Jan 13 2022, 01:40 PM

Anyone have a picture of these installed? Thanks.

Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 13 2022, 09:22 PM

A little dark and need to clean the car up some , but here ya go.


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Posted by: Mikey914 Jan 13 2022, 09:22 PM

Drivers


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Posted by: CCE Mar 23 2022, 09:47 AM

Hello all!
my car had a speaker hole already when I got it, I have new speakers installed, does any one know who make a blank or non grill face plate for the old speaker location? So i can move on. (Currently they look horrible) I am thinking now on wrap to the current speaker covers, just hate them.

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 23 2022, 09:47 PM

Working on GB for new panels. Look for more shortly.
Mark