6x9 speakers in front doors of first gen Q45

[damon_g11]

Yes it is possible to install 6x9s in the front doors of a Q, I just did it today. However it is not something you want to do if you don't have lots of patience.
It is a somewhat difficult process, and it's even harder to explain. If you'd like me to explain it though I'd be more than happy to

Peace,
Damon

[OwnerCS]

Cool and CONGRATULATIONS!

How about producing a kit to replace the current enclosure that works behind the stock door panel for us mere mortals to purchase? :-)

[damon_g11]

Well essentially all i really did is mount the speaker into the back half of the stock bose enclosure, removed the amp, and ran wires straight to the speakers. I honestly only used parts that i found laying around my garage
I'm sure if you put your mind to it, you could do this yourself too.

[lino]

Welcome to Nico! Other than the 6x9 speakers, what else is aftermarket in your setup? Got some pics for us...

[damon_g11]

I also have a JVC head unit and i replaced the stock rears with some stockers from a 2000 Monte Carlo. In my opinion this setup sounds much better than the stock system
Unfortunately i don't have any pics at the moment, but i may be able to get some by Monday

[lino]

Looking forward to Monday . Did you replace all the wiring too?

[damon_g11]

I probably should have but no i just used the stock wiring

[BadQ45t]

I am sure that some good 6 1/2" speakers will fit. I have had several very experienced car stereo people tell me that these are much better then 6x9.

[damon_g11]

Honestly if a 6x9 fits, just about any size speaker should fit. The only reason i went with 6x9s is because that's what i had laying around

[BadQ45t]

Sure enough, your right. I was thinking 6x9 was the way to go on my 05' XTerra which I replaced the speakers and I had 3 shops all push me to 6 1/2" speakers with separate tweeters. They all said that 6x9 was old school, but posession is 9/10ths of the law afterall.

[damon_g11]

I can totally see where those shops are coming from but i think as long as your speakers pick up highs really well and you aren't trying to blow money, there is really no point in having tweeters

[lino]

Is that your car in your avatar Damon? If so, we need pics .

[damon_g11]

haha I wish but no its just a picture i found on google
I will eventually get a couple pics of my speakers for you, I just haven't had time to do it yet

[lino]

No rush. Just don't forget please.