Pete6032

I want to replace my rear speakers but this Crutchfield article is ambiguous as to what size will fit. 5 1/4 or 6 3/4?

http://www.crutchfield.com/S-VPAib46...vic-sedan.html

Can anyone help? Will 6 3/4 fit or will they be a bitch to install? Would like to keep the stock speaker covers.

Weigel21

The OEM size of the speaker is 6 3/4", but as you can clearly see, the OEM speaker basket has a nonstandard mounting pattern and shape. Aftermarket 6 3/4 speaker will NOT bolt right in, but you can get an adapter braket to use 5 1/4" speaker without any issues whatsoever, assuming the speaker hasn't too much tweeter protrusion to restrict the use of the OEM grills. Crutchfield will list the speakers they carry that would fit in your car without any modifications whatsoever. If you are up for drilling new holes, then perhaps some 6 1/2" speakers can fit. If you are up for filing out the opening some (maybe) as well as dilling new mounting holes, then you should be able to fit 6 3/4" speakers.

Pete6032

Thanks. Will I see (hear) much difference between 6 1/2 and 5 1/4? Also should I look to match brand/specs when pairing the rear speakers? I regret not getting something more powerful in the front.