|
03-03-2011, 12:05 AM | #1 |
In dash speakers?
I did some searches and couldn't find any posts about installing speakers in the dash. Anyone done this? Anyone recommend this? Say, like, 2 or 3 inch speakers up in the dash on both sides and/or center? Our VW Routan has three small speakers in the dash near the windshield, and I was wondering what this might do for my Yaris.
Thanks once again in advance for all the wonderful insight on this board!
__________________
If it aint fixed, don't broke it. |
|
03-03-2011, 12:58 AM | #2 |
Roadrunner Jr.
|
One COULD do this BUT...
The thing is, the dash pad is solid and the AC/heater vents are attached to the dash pad. I looked at it myself last year and took off the pad and decided against modding the piece. Cars like the Solara and the Camry have OEM in dash locations. We don't.
__________________
“To argue with a person who has renounced the use of reason is like administering medicine to the dead.” ― Thomas Paine |
03-15-2011, 10:26 AM | #3 |
Drives: yaris advance Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: pty
Posts: 62
|
To be honest I will not drill some holes in the dash, since it will be very difficult to do, and you might have problems with the sun later on, that could do some damage to it.
Yes they do look nice, and is the best location for sound distribution, but if not stock, do something else, I did install some tewters in the A pilars, and it give me lot better sound image, insted of having them on the door panels, since they would be to low. |
03-15-2011, 12:16 PM | #4 |
ULTIMATE
Drives: 07 Yaris Turbo Join Date: May 2007
Location: Canoga Park, CA
Posts: 14,859
|
I put my tweeter components on top of the door panels, with the other components still down in the door. Sounds great!
__________________
Micro Image forums, online store and shop are now closed. It was a great eight year run, but it was time to focus on other things. I'm still selling parts on eBay under micro*image seller ID and customers can still make requests for anything specific. |
03-20-2011, 01:02 AM | #5 |
I was considering tweets in the A pillars, where is the best place to run and connect the wires to?
__________________
If it aint fixed, don't broke it. |
|
03-20-2011, 01:27 AM | #6 |
Drives: 2010 Yaris Sedan Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: Kansas
Posts: 871
|
God I cant resist......Well, normally from the radio to the speakers....and sometime thru an amp too! any thoughts? lol sorry.
|
03-21-2011, 12:06 AM | #7 |
Uh...ya...
I was asking if they should run down to the wires for the door speakers, or should they run all the way to HU, etc...
__________________
If it aint fixed, don't broke it. |
|
03-21-2011, 02:59 AM | #8 |
Drives: Yaris HB Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Central Alabama, GOD BLESS AMERICA
Posts: 755
|
Depends on the setup, I think. I ran wires from the A-pillar tweeters all the way down to the crossovers under the seat (I put the crossovers on top of the amplifier).
|
03-21-2011, 11:37 AM | #9 |
Roadrunner Jr.
|
...You mean speakers in the A-pillars?!?!?! That's CRAZY!
There is a little bit of sarcasm with that first statement if you couldn't read into the tone. :) There is PLENTY of room under the dash to house passive crossovers. I guarantee it.
__________________
“To argue with a person who has renounced the use of reason is like administering medicine to the dead.” ― Thomas Paine |
03-23-2011, 12:55 AM | #10 |
Cool SQ, as usual ;)
So, where do the tweeter wires hook up at? All the way to the HU? All the way to the amp? Spliced in at the door speakers?
__________________
If it aint fixed, don't broke it. |
|
03-23-2011, 02:59 PM | #11 |
Roadrunner Jr.
|
They are run from the amplifiers:
Like Derick's source, mine is a tuner and not powered.
__________________
“To argue with a person who has renounced the use of reason is like administering medicine to the dead.” ― Thomas Paine |
03-24-2011, 12:15 AM | #12 |
I think Nodrog just wants to plug tweeters directly from the speakers with out any X over or amp, I don't think of any substantial sound improvement going that way. (please correct me if I'm wrong)
I remember many years ago, I did it and you can try it but you would probably find out it's not worth going that way. Get an inexpensive powered subwoofer box and you will get a big smile improving your sound system. For example... More info click the LINK D.
__________________
. My system may not blow your ears, but it will sweeten your senses. CLA 250, 4MATIC |
|
03-24-2011, 12:33 AM | #13 |
Drives: 08 Yaris S Sedan Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Huntsville, AL
Posts: 47
|
Looks awesome SQ
How did you make the custom plastic pillar covers ? |
03-24-2011, 12:03 PM | #14 |
Is the little black box the crossover?
__________________
If it aint fixed, don't broke it. |
|
03-25-2011, 11:37 PM | #15 |
Yes, it's a passive x-over to protect the tweeter.
I just read the other thread you have about your system, that you already have an amp and new speakers. D.
__________________
. My system may not blow your ears, but it will sweeten your senses. CLA 250, 4MATIC |
|
03-25-2011, 11:45 PM | #16 | |
Roadrunner Jr.
|
Quote:
Very much like derick's efforts, fiberglass is king.
__________________
“To argue with a person who has renounced the use of reason is like administering medicine to the dead.” ― Thomas Paine |
|
03-29-2011, 12:42 AM | #17 |
Yes, and I was considering adding tweets and was wondering the best place to run the tweets wires to, thus the reason for this thread....
__________________
If it aint fixed, don't broke it. |
|
|
|
Similar Threads | ||||
Thread | Thread Starter | Forum | Replies | Last Post |
Toyota Silver Dash Kit | Meteorite_Marty | Cosmetic Modifications (Exterior/Interior) | 72 | 04-13-2012 01:42 AM |
Need some experienced advice about speakers | Nexus1155 | In Car Entertainment + Electronics (audio / video / alarm) | 0 | 06-28-2010 10:18 AM |
Speakers for 2009 4DR LB | AutoXBot | In Car Entertainment + Electronics (audio / video / alarm) | 5 | 05-02-2010 11:49 PM |
Fitting rear speakers in Toyota Yaris | nish1979 | In Car Entertainment + Electronics (audio / video / alarm) | 4 | 03-22-2009 11:56 PM |
Trade upgraded radio and dash for base radio and dash??? | Yarisguy13 | Items for Sale by private party | 4 | 09-17-2007 06:32 PM |