Date:         Fri, 18 Oct 2002 12:21:37 -0400
Reply-To:     Tom Hubbard <hubbard.1@OSU.EDU>
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From:         Tom Hubbard <hubbard.1@OSU.EDU>
Subject:      Re: speaker suggestions for the front doors?
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Mike asked:
>I want to put some in the lower part of the doors. i don't know what size i
>should get though,6x9,6&1/2 or what? maybe the xtra skinny 4x9 so i don't
>have to remove the driver side map pocket?
>are there any suggestions?
>If you've had experience please let me know what worked or not worked in the
>past. Many Thanks!
>-Mike

Hubbard responds:
I'm happy with a Best Buy replacement of speakers in door of my
Westy. The speakers are in the leading, upper corner (upper corner
closest to the front windshield.) They are GT UBC. They are 5.5
inches diameter and the dome of the speaker tapers from a half inch
at the sides to about an inch in the middle. The window winder knob
misses the speakers by about a quarter inch. This is a little close
when you are raising or lowering the window but not a big problem.
Flat speakers would be nicer.
I think this high location is good for acoustics, and boots, packages
or knees do not hit the speakers. Besides, I NEED that map pocket.
Tom
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Tom Hubbard
Emeritus Professor
Ohio State School of Journalism and Communication
hubbard.1@osu.edu  (614) 878-9017
Use symbols wisely.
The flag and a roadmap both symbolize the country.
If you are leading a parade, use the flag.
If you are driving across the country, use the roadmap.