Forester Speakers

[LT]

Replaced the head unitin my 98 Forester, now I need new speakers.
Recommmendations for DIY? Fronts only or both?
Thanks
LT

 

[TomTom]

If you have the tweeters in your 98, then put in components (separate
tweeter / midbass) in the front & leave the rears alone, otherwise do all 4
with coaxials (tweeter & midbass in one speaker) or coaxials in front & only
midbass in rear. You don't really need treble coming out of the rear, that
would be my rec.

Check crutchfield.com for sizes. Use the "What Fits My Car" link. I
personally like Boston Acoustics, but they're pricey and require a decent
amount of power (amplifier may be necessary), nor can you buy them online.
You might go with some Alpine, MB Quart, Polks or Infinitys.
http://www.mmxpress.com, http://www.mainstreet-audio.com,
http://www.etronics.com for better prices than Crutch or retail stores.

What headunit did you install? Mfg/Model

-Tom

 

[Kent Dorfman]

I did the Polks from Crutchfield - keep an eye out they sometimes have the second pair at half price. JL Audio is supposed to be really nice as well. One nice thing about Crutchfield is they give you a wiring harness so you don't have to cut the factory wires.
Replaced the head unitin my 98 Forester, now I need new speakers.
Recommmendations for DIY? Fronts only or both?
Thanks
LT

 

[LT]

My head unit is an Alpine cdm-9823, 18 watt (50 peak) by 4. I assume
sensitive speakers would be better? What about correct fit for the front,
aren't the fronts an odd size? No tweeters, can they be installed? Is the
cable there?
Thanks
LT

 

[Mike Anzel]

I have a 2003 forester and installed the tweeter upgrade. The cable harness
is there are mine. Very easy to install. Does increase the treble range.
I think its worth it.