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Old 11-08-2010, 02:27 PM   #21
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Hi, just did a search and loads of old posts but he does not seem to be still about.

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Old 11-12-2010, 12:20 AM   #22
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He's on ebay ...

Here's a link to the speakers.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Porsche-Boxster-Rear-Speaker-Kit-1997-2008-Upgrade-/220691578423?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item33623e3e37

(I ordered the door sills from him. They are pretty good quality and fit nicely)

I actually just did my own rear speakers for less that $100 (polk speakers + all materials). I can post the installation pictures if people want. I also created a template to cut out the speaker mounting boards.
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Old 12-29-2010, 09:52 AM   #23
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Hi thank for the info, but i've just bought the kit from Porsche-apart. I'm guessing all the kits should come with 4 speakers? Also is the front to rear wiring already in place? I have a CDR22 and the with upgraded sound system, ie door speakers and the amplifier, if that makes any odds.

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Old 12-31-2010, 12:59 PM   #24
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I also have the CDR220.

It's been a few years since I installed my PNP kit, but I think it has 4 speakers.

The kit came with the front-to-rear wiring, which was the most time-consuming part of the install. (Initially they sent me the wrong cable, but followed up quickly with the correct one once I let them know.)

This is one mod that's a must-do, for sure.
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Old 01-02-2011, 03:18 PM   #25
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He's on ebay ...

Here's a link to the speakers.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Porsche-Boxster-Rear-Speaker-Kit-1997-2008-Upgrade-/220691578423?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item33623e3e37

(I ordered the door sills from him. They are pretty good quality and fit nicely)

I actually just did my own rear speakers for less that $100 (polk speakers + all materials). I can post the installation pictures if people want. I also created a template to cut out the speaker mounting boards.


I've been thinking about this and ready for it now. I have cdr220, and what else do I need except speakers and wires? Any wiring harness for cdr220? Should I connect the speakers (two per each side) in series or the other way? I'm thinking of cutting 1/8" thick black plastic sheet to make it fit. Could you share the template? Thanks in advance.

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Old 11-06-2013, 11:01 AM   #26
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I will be trying this soon
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Old 11-06-2013, 05:05 PM   #27
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Old 11-18-2013, 05:54 PM   #28
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I just installed the kit from Suncoast. Install was about 5 hours. Results are...meh. Not sure the new sound is worth the $325.
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Old 11-19-2013, 11:11 AM   #29
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I just installed the kit from Suncoast. Install was about 5 hours. Results are...meh. Not sure the new sound is worth the $325.
Thanks for the honest evaluation! Saved me some money.
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are the rear shelf speakers wired in series or parallel? Planning on doing this upgrade as a DIY project and wonder which would provide better sound. Based on my understanding wiring them in parallel sounds like the better idea. I would probably add an amp for those 4 rear speakers also.
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are the rear shelf speakers wired in series or parallel? Planning on doing this upgrade as a DIY project and wonder which would provide better sound. Based on my understanding wiring them in parallel sounds like the better idea. I would probably add an amp for those 4 rear speakers also.
I'm interested in this too. I'd most likely buy some 8 ohm speakers and wire them in parallel.

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It's going to depend on the speakers and amp. How you wire will depend on what impedance are you shooting for.
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I installed my Pioneer 3 1/2" speakers today, the stock ones were crumbling. I used the original plastic mount by enlarging the openings a little bit with a dremel but not too much. The sound is excellent now! The speakers are wired in parallel.






I also replaced the door speakers with 6 1/2" speakers(http://986forum.com/forums/general-discussions/49796-found-6-5-speakers-fit-door-without-mods.html) and replaced the dash speakers(http://986forum.com/forums/diy-project-guides/33439-dash-speaker-replacement.html) All pioneer. A big thanks to all of those who have posted on here in the various threads that I used
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Old 03-15-2014, 01:10 AM   #34
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I got mine installed in the "engine cover". Great sound.
Got a 3 way DLS system with basses in the doors, 4 speakers at the front, and 2 in the back.
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As an update, I was not happy with the look of the modified OEM bracket so I sent an email to Euro Motorspeed concerning the brackets they include in their kit. I ended up talking to Toi and ordered just the brackets. I wish I had done that in the first place! The brackets are of excellent quality and fit the 3.5" Pioneers perfectly. Even though no one ever sees the modified brackets, I knew what they looked like and it bothered me. I know, I have issues The brackets cost $65 shipped and IMO are worth every penny considering you would not have to spend the time to modify the OEM plastic brackets. The Euro ones are metal and are a perfect fit.



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Bruce,
Thanks for the info on the brackets. They are nicer than stock, and certainly nicer than MDF! I am going with Panasonic all around also. I am even going to try out a Panasonic under seat sub woofer from a Subaru Impreza
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Bruce,
Thanks for the info on the brackets. They are nicer than stock, and certainly nicer than MDF! I am going with Panasonic all around also. I am even going to try out a Panasonic under seat sub woofer from a Subaru Impreza
I'm looking at that sub as well
Let me know how it works for you
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Jay, A dealer not too far from me has several used one's, I will probably go pick one up this week.
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I'm looking at that sub as well
Let me know how it works for you
I would be curious about those subs as well.
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Hogosha, are you planning to do an under seat install?

Also I found wiring info
http://www.scoobymods.com/showthread.php/oem-underseat-subwoofer-info-199.html?t=199

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