New to me XK-8 needs new speakers
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Hi:
I just bought a 2000 XK-8 convertible with original (not alpine) audio and both sets of side speakers need replacing. In checking sites that "verify" speaker compatibility nothing is coming up. As a decent speaker I'm looking at the Infinity Reference 6032cf 6.5-Inch 180-Watt High-Performance 2-Way Speakers but want to make sure the switch is relatively painless. So I have the following questions:
1. Can anyone verify that there is no problem with these fitting? Or are these the wrong speakers altogether ? (I am not an audio freak-I listen to classic rock, jazz and some classical and don't overdo the bass)
2. Do the front door covers just "pop" off or is there a particular way to remove them without damage?
3. Same question regarding the back ones-except I did see threads regarding removing seat belt bracket etc. and can follow those instructions.
Thanks for your replies. I've wanted one of these starting with the E's when I was a kid and finally decided if I don't do it soon I'll be dead before I do!!!
Dave
I just bought a 2000 XK-8 convertible with original (not alpine) audio and both sets of side speakers need replacing. In checking sites that "verify" speaker compatibility nothing is coming up. As a decent speaker I'm looking at the Infinity Reference 6032cf 6.5-Inch 180-Watt High-Performance 2-Way Speakers but want to make sure the switch is relatively painless. So I have the following questions:
1. Can anyone verify that there is no problem with these fitting? Or are these the wrong speakers altogether ? (I am not an audio freak-I listen to classic rock, jazz and some classical and don't overdo the bass)
2. Do the front door covers just "pop" off or is there a particular way to remove them without damage?
3. Same question regarding the back ones-except I did see threads regarding removing seat belt bracket etc. and can follow those instructions.
Thanks for your replies. I've wanted one of these starting with the E's when I was a kid and finally decided if I don't do it soon I'll be dead before I do!!!
Dave
Last edited by bleeth; 02-22-2014 at 12:51 PM.
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Welcome to the forum Dave,
When you get a minute, please follow this link New Member Area - Intro a MUST - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the New Member Area - Intro a MUST forum and post some info about yourself and your vehicle for all members to see.
In return you'll get a proper welcome and some useful advice about posting to the forum.
Graham
When you get a minute, please follow this link New Member Area - Intro a MUST - Jaguar Forums - Jaguar Enthusiasts Forum to the New Member Area - Intro a MUST forum and post some info about yourself and your vehicle for all members to see.
In return you'll get a proper welcome and some useful advice about posting to the forum.
Graham
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I'm working on a rear seat delete and plan to do some speaker work then. I think I'm covering a new panel to fit over the existing speaker indentation. I want it to match what I did in the front.
When I covered my door inserts and speaker cover with ultra suede, I don't realize hoe it distorted the sound so I cut a circle out over the speaker grille and found some speaker covers that looked a little vintage and used them to cover speaker. Then used a couple wheel centers to hide screws in the middle. Actually turned out to be really nice detail!!
When I covered my door inserts and speaker cover with ultra suede, I don't realize hoe it distorted the sound so I cut a circle out over the speaker grille and found some speaker covers that looked a little vintage and used them to cover speaker. Then used a couple wheel centers to hide screws in the middle. Actually turned out to be really nice detail!!
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I replaced the head unit last year with a JVC unit. This year the project is the speakers. I've come across this setup from Polk. The DXi6500. 2 midrange drivers and 2 tweeters with a crossover. Anyone know if this would be a good fit? I can't seem to find anything smaller than an 8" sub from Polk.. Would that work? I still have the factory amp. It's an '05 with the Alpine system. Would this require a lot of re-wiring, or would it mostly be plug and play? Thanks for any input!
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I replaced the head unit last year with a JVC unit. This year the project is the speakers. I've come across this setup from Polk. The DXi6500. 2 midrange drivers and 2 tweeters with a crossover. Anyone know if this would be a good fit? I can't seem to find anything smaller than an 8" sub from Polk.. Would that work? I still have the factory amp. It's an '05 with the Alpine system. Would this require a lot of re-wiring, or would it mostly be plug and play? Thanks for any input!
Ans the installer said he amp wouldn't work and replaced it. He ran the front speakers through the head unit and rears through the amp. I've never been happy. It's ok but I lost the rich sound from the original set up. I still think the factory amp would have been better.
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How did your system sound leaving the amp? I also went with a JVC avx77 Ans the installer said he amp wouldn't work and replaced it. He ran the front speakers through the head unit and rears through the amp. I've never been happy. It's ok but I lost the rich sound from the original set up. I still think the factory amp would have been better.
On a related note, any suggestions for the dash speakers?
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By installing speakers other than 2-ohm, which I believe most OEM systems are designed for, you'll need more power to get the same volume as the original head unit. If you install a 4-channel amp, it'll make all the difference in the world. I installed the JVC ADV49 in my xk8.
Thanks for the advice.. sent you a PM, maybe we can discuss what components you used in more detail.
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Well, I just ordered the Alpine SPS610 6 1/2" two ways for the front. The backs still work but I haven't taken the rear apart yet to check them out. I wouldn't call the sound there great although it works.
After a bunch of research it seemed to be a tie for me between them, The Infinity Reference and JBL's that are pretty much the same as the Infinity. They all seemed to have similar rated performance and were all priced right on Amazon, and my local "discount" electronics store had a much higher price. Since I have some other things to get done on her I cheaped out and settled for free shipping so I'll have to wait a week to get them in.
One of the deciding factors, besides the high reccomendations for Alpine, is the "multi position" attachment slots so I won't have to drill new holes (not a big deal but why do it if you don't have to) and the "aimable" adjustable tweeter. Infinity has that as well, and should be a plus for the door mounted speakers.
On another note, one of the small problem items on the car was the CD changer not working. It didn't recognize a disc in the slot so wouldn't load, and a little research here let me know it was toast. Last week I ordered one through "Jagparts" store on E-Bay and it came in yesterday. Wouldn't you know that it had a loose part in it and it wouldn't load either! I will hand it to the seller though, as he had an actual phone number on his invoice and when I called him yesterday afternoon he told me he would ship out another on Monday and let me know what to do with the first one after he found out if he could make a claim for shipping damage and if they wanted it. So far, so good. Hopefully it ends well.
After a bunch of research it seemed to be a tie for me between them, The Infinity Reference and JBL's that are pretty much the same as the Infinity. They all seemed to have similar rated performance and were all priced right on Amazon, and my local "discount" electronics store had a much higher price. Since I have some other things to get done on her I cheaped out and settled for free shipping so I'll have to wait a week to get them in.
One of the deciding factors, besides the high reccomendations for Alpine, is the "multi position" attachment slots so I won't have to drill new holes (not a big deal but why do it if you don't have to) and the "aimable" adjustable tweeter. Infinity has that as well, and should be a plus for the door mounted speakers.
On another note, one of the small problem items on the car was the CD changer not working. It didn't recognize a disc in the slot so wouldn't load, and a little research here let me know it was toast. Last week I ordered one through "Jagparts" store on E-Bay and it came in yesterday. Wouldn't you know that it had a loose part in it and it wouldn't load either! I will hand it to the seller though, as he had an actual phone number on his invoice and when I called him yesterday afternoon he told me he would ship out another on Monday and let me know what to do with the first one after he found out if he could make a claim for shipping damage and if they wanted it. So far, so good. Hopefully it ends well.
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