<VV> 1964 Radio

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While true stereo wasn't available until mid-66, the factory stereo system
used two speakers in the doors and two in (for the convertable) the boot
well in their own wedge-shaped cardboard box. I think Clark's offers these,
though be aware that they use a shallow cone speaker. Modern speakers are
usually too deep. They simply attach to the back of the rear seat. See the
installation instructions for the multiplex or tape player, available from
Clark's.

And yes, the speakers WILL play up thru the boot, though you DO have to add
a little more power to the back with the top down and boot on. I happen to
have just such a factory system in my '67 convertable.

-Mark


> [Original Message]
> Subject: Re: <VV> 1964 Radio
>
> I'm in the process of converting a 1970 Cadillac AM/FM radio to an early
> model faceplate for my 63 Spyder. I am using the instructions in the Tech
> Guide as a guideline. 
>
> There are also several places on the web that will replace the guts of
your
> old AM to modern AM/FM Stereo with AUX jacks. They run about $400.00 for
the
> conversion. I have a buddy with a 64 that did it and he likes what he got.
> The only draw back is mounting extra speakers other than two in the dash
in
> a convertible. I don't want to cut the door panels. I am designing boxes
for
> 5-1/4" speakers that will fit under the seats. However, I am also looking
> into small box speakers to mount way up under the dash to supplement the
two
> 4" speakers in the stock dash location. I don't know which way I will go
> yet. 
>
> Dave Thompson
> 63 Spyder Vert
> Westminster, CA
>