definately go with seperates (component speakers)..i have boston acoustics 6.5 seperates in my doors and they rock !

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pacific green 97 f150 4.6l..reg cab flareside ,ROUSH suspention down 3 fr and3.5rear,snug lid,carpeted bed, painted tailight accents,4x4 grill &bumper,k&n,chip,ram air kit,valvoline synthetic,accel super stock wires,platinum plus4 plugs,flow master muff,blue halogen bulbs,killer stereo, speed-glo dash,carbon fiber gauge accent,..."#6 sticker!!!!"

 

Hi everyone, new to this board!
Just got an 97 F-150 Extra Cab with a 4.6 and I love it so far.
I want to start changing the sound equipment and I don't know much about the factory setup, maybe you guys can help me out.
I have the factory Tape/CD controller. Does it have RCA in the back? Also who makes the unit for Ford, is it Clarion?
I want to change all the factory speakers with some decent ones, but I don't want to spend a fortune. What do you guys recommend? I listen mostly to Hard-Rock/Metal so I don't need pumping bass. What size are the factory speakers, front and rear?
Thanks for your help!

--Peace

 

Stock is 6x8" but 5x7"s will fit with a little gap on the sides.
As stated above get some componets they don't have to be expensive.
Also check out the www.Sounddomain.com message board.
Good info but F150online will always be home to me.

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99 XLT 5.4L Regular Cab 4x2 120" Wheelbase 4 wheel disc brakes/ABS 5 star larait style wheels Toreador Red/Silver 3.55 gears 255/70/16 OWL Delta toolbox, Ventshades, Bugflector
Eclipse 5340 cd player
Memphis ARCS50 component speakers w/tweeters mounted flush in the door panels (excellent sound)powered by a Sherwood 35x2 RMS amp
Jensen 50x2 RMS for the 2 Audiobahn AWC10 subs
regcab54@sc.rr.com

 

BOSTON....the speakers to use!

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1999 F-150 XLT, Ext.Cab, 5.4L, 3:55 limited slip, 4x2, Bright Torch Red(all color matched-bumpers, mirrors) "Sport" pkg., Tonneau,285/50/17, 3" custom catback, Superchips, Airaid, Lowered 4" rear & 3" front, Herculiner bed lining(self install) AWESOME! Newest E/T at the drags 6/26/99: 14.9sec at 90.4 mph. Billet Badges, Billet Antenna, Removal of "Sport" sticker and door guards. Just added (12/16/99) Billit oval rear view mirror, billit master cylinder cover, and billet third brake light cover.For photos e-mail me at: whtstuff@aol.com OR my web page at Http://members.aol.com/whtstuff/myweb.html

 

hey are there any guys/gals out there that have any of the pioneer tsp682 6x8 2way component plate speakers..or know of anybody that has them. i stopped by a local shop here in town and they had 2 sets of these that they were trying to sell for 95 bucks a set..i looked them up and they seem like a good speaker..what you think guys..????

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99 f-150 xlt,black,s/c flareside,4.6 v8,5-speed manuel,3.55,17" sport rims w/bfg 275/60's,k&n gen II fipk,flowmaster 2-chamber 40 dual exhaust, kenwood kdc-s5009 cd player,kenwood kac-x646 multi channel amp and stock speakers (for now),viper 800 alarm,mobil 1 user, superchip wont work (houston,texas): wish list:snuglid hard tonneau,bedrug,belltech 2/3 drop,speakers,in heavy negotiations with nasa to obtain a rocket booster to mount in the bed.
email: fdelgado@hypercon.com

 

See the Pioneer TA6813/TA6815 speaker thread, I think there may be something about them in there, but IMHO the fact that the tweeters are behind the factory grille is a problem.

 

POLK AUDIO

I have a very nice home stereo system using Kenwood components, and Polk Audio RTA-15T front speakers, rears are Polk Audio too.

POLK AUDIO

When I looked for home speakers I listened to everything I could find...NONE were better than Polk Audio!

Superbly crisp, tight and clear!

POLK AUDIO

I have to believe that their high end automotive products are as good as their terrific home components.

POLK AUDIO

I don't think you can go wrong with Polk Audio, they provide the most accurate sound reproduction in my experience.

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2000 F-150 4x4 SuperCab XLT, 5.4 liter Triton V8 - Windsor, 4R70W automatic, Sterling 9.75" w/3.55 limited slip, towing package, sliding rear window, CD, keyless entry, Amazon Green / Silver.

77 Bronco, 64 Falcon




[This message has been edited by SDDL-UP (edited 12-27-1999).]

 

Spydog, I have the Pioneer 6813's in my '99 Supercab in all 4 corners and I think they sound crisp and clear. They were easy to put in and were a direct fit for $79.00 a pair. They are 6x8 2 way speakers. For the price and sound I have no complaints.

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1999 F-150 Supercab 4X4 XLT, 5.4 Auto, Amazon Green, Tow package, Captains chairs
Ford bug deflector & chrome nerf bars, Putco Stainless Steel Lockers
Future Mods: K&N Gen II kit, Smittybilt Outland brush/grill guard

 

darylvt,
thanx for the info..after countless hours of soaking up info,( my head was spinning after getting into the world of car audio) i finally bought some speakers saturday.i put some mb quart dkc113 5.25 coax speakers w/titanium tweeter disc in the front door and pioneer 6813's in the rear doors.i got the mb quarts for $105 and the pioneers for $60. i think i got these speakers a little cheaper than normal, but i did some major haggling to get these prices from a local shop.the sound is a major improvement, but no doubt it could be better ,but for the money i spent i am happy..i just kept thinking about what LUVTHEC has said in a couple post, "go with what sounds good to you" and in my opinion my system sounds good.now for those that money is not an object, go with the boston acoustic pro series 6.5..i heard those in a 2000 f150 s/c at the shop and was extremely impressed.the ba's will go on the wish list..

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99 f-150 xlt,black,s/c flareside,4.6 v8,5-speed manuel,3.55,17" sport rims w/bfg 275/60's,k&n gen II fipk,flowmaster 2-chamber 40 dual exhaust, kenwood kdc-s5009 cd player,kenwood kac-x646 multi channel amp,mb quart dkc113 5.25 speakers front,pioneer 6813 speakers rear ,viper 800 alarm,mobil 1 user, superchip wont work (houston,texas): wish list:snuglid hard tonneau,bedrug,belltech 2/3 drop,speakers,in heavy negotiations with nasa to obtain a rocket booster to mount in the bed.
email: fdelgado@hypercon.com

 

Spydog, No problem. Sounds like a nice system you got there. Like you said, what counts is how you like the way it sounds. I have had Boston Acoustics in the past and was also pleased with them and I am impressed with the 6813's in my own truck with no complaints. Well good luck with system.

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1999 F-150 Supercab 4X4 XLT, 5.4 Auto, Amazon Green, Tow package, Captains chairs, Rear sliding window
Ford bug deflector & Ford chrome nerf bars, Putco Stainless Steel Lockers, Pioneer DEH-4000 Cd Player, Pioneer 6813's in all 4 corners
Future Mods: K&N Gen II kit, Smittybilt Outland brush/grill guard

 

Good replies guys !
Kenwood & Polk, the 2 best sounding brands I came across & I listened to "EVERYTHING"...

My sig. has what I did. For now...



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Sean in Texas
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97 White/Tan Lariat - Leather, Power Everything, Tan Leather Floor Console, 2 Chamber Flowmaster Cat Back Duals w/Chrome Exits, AirAid Intake, "SuperChip" brand Chip, All Synth. Fluids, Custom Painted TB Cover, Blue Wire Loomed Engine, Hellwig Rear Sway Bar, 17x9.5 Centerline Scorpions, w/275/60/17 Dunlop Sport Rover GTX Tires, Cool Collar, Polished Billet Grille & Bumper Insert, Chrome Diff. Cover, Pendaliner SR, Clear Corner Lenses, Superwhites Headlights, Stainless Steel Nerf Bars, Kenwood Excelon Speakers, Polk Audio db Series 10" Sub, Kenwood 818 Sub. Amp, LMI Rear Seat Kit, Color Matched "Tan" (Eddie Bauer/Expedition) rear bumper, Ford Hitch Cover/Lock, Door Sill Protectors, "ARE - Hard Tonneau Cover", ...I know there is more but can't think of it now... OH yeah.. & a Fully Loaded "Viper" Alarm to guard it ALL !
Next to "Be Added",.."Power Aid" & more I'm sure !
"With a Nice 2 Tone Paint Job" !!!!!

 

should have gone MB Quart

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2000 White F-150 Sport

 

The best deal on the very best speaker for at least the front of your truck is on sale at Crutchfield right now!! I just pulled the new cat. out of my mailbox and they have the Infinity kappa series 5 x 7 component system on sale reg. (for the last 2 yrs) $299.95 for $179.95 plus a 15% discount making it $152.96 includes crossovers! You mount the tweeters on the flat area on the door pannels at ends of dash and it will blow your mind. Go to your local Hi-Fi store and ask them about Infinity Kappa series. They are so Hi-end that most including Car Toys don't even stock them. I challange anyone on the planet to come up with a better speaker for your F150 or any 5x7 install. Even if you have speakers, unless they are Polk or Boston buy these for the price. Ask someone that knows speakers. Oh and they want alot of power so feed them well.



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1999 F150 XLT S/C,5.4,Wht,ORP,Pwr seats,Infinity/Alpine, Factory Nerf Bars(the best looking step out there!)Glasstite Targa topper.K&N

 

Pretty accurate statement. Infinty Kappas are very nice speakers. Great price to boot! I used mine for about six months and I am currently in the process of re-wiring and installing Boston Acoustic Pro 6.5, 2 Way Components. Staying with Kappas in the rear.

Side note: DO NOT install your crossovers in the door panels. When I removed them there were signs of moisture inside of them!! I used two sided tape and mounted them to the sheet metal inside the door..... Bad move on my part.

Todd

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97 White F-150 XLT 4X4 ORP, 4.6, SuperChip, Stillen Air Intake, Gibson Exhaust, Weld Wheels, 33" Bridgestone A/T Duelers, 3" Body Lift, Rancho 9000's, Billet Grill, SmittyBilt Nerf Bars (Stainless), SnugTop Shell (Expo), Electric Sunroof, Super White Headlights.
Future Mods : White face gauge. Supercharger.


Sound System:
Sony ES CDX-C90 Head Unit, Sony ES CDX-91 10 Disk Changer, Sony ES XDP-210 EQ/DSP, MTX Pro 4X75W AMP, Kenwood 300W AMP for Sub., 1 Fared Lightning Monitor Cap, Optima Yellow Top Battery, MTX ThunderForm W/2-8"-4ohm Fosgate Punch XLC, Boston Acoustic Pro Series 6.5 Components in front, Infinity Kappa 5X7 rear.

Todd's Domain

 

So Robert, is the only way to get the 15%
Crutchfield discount if you have the printed catalog? How about us poor saps who would just order over their Web site? Should we be so bold as to ask for the discount?
Thnx,
B.E. John