crusininda944

I'm looking to replace my rear speakers, as they aren't producing the best sound quality (speakers rattle with moderate bass... I'm pretty sure they're blown).

Would I be able to replace the rear decks with aftermarket 6x9"s and still connect to the factory system and headunit?

A6AvantErik: MCS

bose? no- rear are preamped by the 'sub' in the trunk. and good luck fitting 6x9 back there =p

Squirt-Tortuga

You just need to pull the plastic housings apart to get to the actual speakers. You'll also need to replace the factory Bose amp to power the new speakers, as they Bose speakers are rated 2(?) ohms, versus the typical 4 or 8. The factory signal going to the Bose amp can be used as a low-level input for any aftermarket amp.

islingtonaudi

an aftermarket system like Erik has. The best way is to find some aftermarket 2ohm speakers, not easy. That said,I have 2 good used factory 5 1/4" door speakers if it interests you.
islingtonboy@audiworld.com

A6AvantErik: MCS

Haha Doug, you're a step ahead of me - didn't even think to try to get rid of my good bose speakers!

kday

<img src="http://www.boost-instruments.com/sub1.jpg">

The only part left of the original Bose system is the head unit... which is not made by Bose.

Biscuit141

<center><img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/16780/phatness_029.jpg"></center><p>I were doing it again today, I would do it myself. I have learned a lot about car stereos in the past few years. When I had the install done about 5 or so years ago I didn't know much about car stereos.

Currently I have a Pioneer HU, MB Quart front door speakers powered by a separate amp, the factory speakers are still in my rear doors, my installer removed the rear deck speakers to allow more base into the cabin, and a 12" sub powered by another external amp.

Here is a pic.

The only thing I don't like too much is how much space the sub takes up.

A6AvantErik: MCS

oo, was he talking about rear deck? sorry, i thought he meant 6x9 in rear door.. dam sedan owners =p