I need to get a pair of 6 x 9s for my '68 442. I was wondering if anyone could recommend some to me. I do not want to cut through the package tray and have the frame set on top, so I'm looking for some that will actually "fit" properly underneath. On some, it looks as if the tweeter is seriously raised on it and would not mount on the underside of the rear tray without either poking through the package tray or some kind of modification.

Thanks.

 

What are you going to drive them with? If you're keeping the stock radio, find a pair of factory cores and have them reconed; several places do it. It will then sound like it should, though it won't have much high-frequency response.

If you're updating the sound system, a lot of 6x9 come with a spacer ring (or did, who knows what they're peddling now) to create clearance for raised tweeters. Or you could just buy a pair of 6x9 boxes and set them in the seat.

www.crutchfield.com has a great selection of aftermarket speakers, but their fit chart does not have 1968 Oldsmobile. Just surf around in the 6x9 speakers and you may find something that will fit.

 

well i have 2 6x9s in my dads 88 an they mount underneath with no problem they are road master vr 2 for 20 buks. I know what your thinking wow 20 buks they have to be crap...no they are not,they sound like 2 10s clear sound an all.You can pick them up an a auto zone or places like that wallmart as well
hope this helps?

 

Well, I have a stock radio, but I've had the inside upgraded to stereo. It's also pumping out more watts than the original speakers can handle, so I can't go that route.

Yeah, I checked out Crutchfield. I suppose I can give them a ring and talk to someone there. Otherwise, without a seeing the speakers in person, there's no way I'll be able to know if it'll fit or not.

 

Crutchfield is a good company to do business with. Really good customer service. Watch for their sales because they have some very good deals.

 

I called them and they couldn't help me. So, still looking....

 

Pretty much any 6x9" will work. If the tweeter sticks up too much you can always use a spacer. That way you can go with the speakers that sounds the best.

Here's an example of a spacer, you could always make one yourself too.

http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_...sche+SS69.html

 

I put a pair of Flowmaster Super 40 speakers on mine..... they sound great.

 

Give Greg Thompson @ S&M Electro-Tech a try. He is not really cheap but he has what you need. He is in Minn. www.turnswitch.com 877-780-2861 toll free