Date:         Wed, 16 May 2001 18:08:50 -0400
Reply-To:     Hector Zapata <hector.zapata@xrxgsn.com>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Hector Zapata <hector.zapata@xrxgsn.com>
Subject:      Re: I Need Bass
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>I just installed a new radio/cassette in my '87 Westy.  Since it didn't
have
>a radio when I bought the van, this was the first time I heard the four
>speakers that were already there.  To say the least, I wasn't impressed.
>What can I do to improve the overall sound?  Are there any decent 4"
>speakers that can replace the existing ones in order to get more bass?  Is
>it an easy job to replace the rear speakes with 6" speakers?  I don't want
>to have to put big speakers under the bench seat like some have done.
Would
>adding a subwoofer improve things?
>
>Would be interested in how others have solved this problem without having
to
>spend a fortune.
>
>Gerry

I have a Kenwood cd changer combo, 2 amps (one under passenger seat, the one
for the sub, under rear bench), and a small, inexpensive cross-over, for
separation. My set up was not expensive. I have a DEI 12'' sub in the cargo
compartment, 2 DEI 6.5" on the rear stock location (not much modification),
and 2 Kenwood 4.5" with separate tweeters on the doors. Check around car
sound stores, even truck speaker boxes sound great when some power is added.
I did my own installation, and it sounds great, since the Vanagon is tight,
and the surrounding sheetmetal doesn't vibrate at all, unlike small Asian
vehicles. Try and get a Crutchfield catalog, and if you need it, I can
assist you.