Kicker Subaru Tweeter Upgrade for 4runner?

[FamousAv8er]

see some reviews about longevity being an issue with these. Has anybody had them for longer than 6 months?

As a side note would it be wise to add bass blockers to these?

 

[Rapid_Amble]

There are a bunch here. Pretty much drop in besides needing a small metal bracket which can be made from the OEM tweeter mount. I removed the plugs from the OEM tweeters and used them as adaptors for my new speakers so no cutting into the OEM harness.

Audio noob here, highly challenged with electricity and electrical engineering: It looks like you're using a ~300Hz bass blocker on the positive wire. Does the blue OEM plug also have a bass blocker?

 

[TeeDub21]

Just bought a set on eBay. Heck, for $86 with tax and shipping why not.

 

[1996_Valencia_Owen]

My JBL speakers fit just fine, no depth issues. The plastic ring around the surround did have to be shaved since it stands up to high to put the OEM grill back in. Had I known that in advance, I would have went with the Infinity Reference 3.5" speaker which has no clearance issues. You have to cut the factory tweeter bracket, it's not bolt in. I personally just used a piece of car stereo back strap and made a small bracket to position the speaker where it needs to be.

Can you make some extra pairs of these? I'd be interested in buying from you. I'm not good with wiring/electrical, so resistors, splicing, making brackets... not my strong suit. lol

 

[2016 4Runner SR5]

Can you make some extra pairs of these? I'd be interested in buying from you. I'm not good with wiring/electrical, so resistors, splicing, making brackets... not my strong suit. lol

lol yes I absolutely could but I would need the OEM tweeters so I could disassemble them and make the adaptors. I don't have a source for the OEM plugs. PM me and we'll talk.

 

[2016 4Runner SR5]

Audio noob here, highly challenged with electricity and electrical engineering: It looks like you're using a ~300Hz bass blocker on the positive wire. Does the blue OEM plug also have a bass blocker?

OEM capacitors are taken out of the equation however they are still glued in place. Really no reason to remove them completely and if for some unknown reason I ever wanted to go back to the stock tweeters, they're super simple to swap back. The 300hz capacitors I'm using with the new speakers are perfect for the 3.5" speaker.

 

[Rapid_Amble]

OEM capacitors are taken out of the equation however they are still glued in place. Really no reason to remove them completely and if for some unknown reason I ever wanted to go back to the stock tweeters, they're super simple to swap back. The 300hz capacitors I'm using with the new speakers are perfect for the 3.5" speaker.

Awesome, thanks.

 

[Boyds4Runner]

Well I did it anyway!

Bought the Subaru Kicker tweeters and just put them in.

By far the easiest parts swap I have ever performed on this ride. Easier than the rear-wiper replacement for sure lol!

Sounds crisper as expected from new tweeters. I have aged into simpler needs on the audiophile scale and feel it is a noticeable improvement without much extra effort.

YMMV depending on level of audio wants.

Thanks again for the post [MENTION=146257]Soccer13[/MENTION]

 

[SBCam]

[MENTION=260796]SBCam[/MENTION] what speakers did you use in the doors? Need to spend some more money I don't have.

I went kicker 6x9's in the front and kicker 6's in the back. All in all the sound is very good. I also changed out my head u it for a pioneer 8200nex which I'm extremely happy with. Android auto and apple CarPlay !

 

[Mr_Assault]

lol yes I absolutely could but I would need the OEM tweeters so I could disassemble them and make the adaptors. I don't have a source for the OEM plugs. PM me and we'll talk.

FYI Tacotunes sells the adapter.

https://tacotunes.com/shop/toyota-4...ter-speaker-wiring-harness-adapter-connector/

25 bucks
SKU: A3-77-EZSH02-1

NOTE: NOT COMPATIBLE WITH FACTORY INSTALLED JBL AUDIO SYSTEMS.

 

[Hans Moleman]

It was $78 yesterday with the 15% Ebay coupoon

 

[2016 4Runner SR5]

FYI Tacotunes sells the adapter.

https://tacotunes.com/shop/toyota-4...ter-speaker-wiring-harness-adapter-connector/

25 bucks
SKU: A3-77-EZSH02-1

NOTE: NOT COMPATIBLE WITH FACTORY INSTALLED JBL AUDIO SYSTEMS.

Yes I know but the OEM plug is free. If someone wanted help I would solder them up same as I did mine for a small fee to cover material cost and time.

 

[Beach5150]

Just installed the $92. Subaru tweeters from Amazon.
Made a big difference in clarity & fullness. Tweeked with my Kenwood’s graphic equalizer they sound pretty good.

Great 10 minute mod!

 

[Rapid_Amble]

Yes I know but the OEM plug is free. If someone wanted help I would solder them up same as I did mine for a small fee to cover material cost and time.

I used the taco tunes adapters, tiny bit of pipe strap on each side, and 300Hz bass blockers to install Hertz DCX 87.3 3.5” speakers. Also had to trim the underside of the driver side grille to fit with the new speaker. It was a science project compared to the Subie tweeter upgrade but fun to do and the sound is crazy good!

 

[2016 4Runner SR5]

I used the taco tunes adapters, tiny bit of pipe strap on each side, and 300Hz bass blockers to install Hertz DCX 87.3 3.5” speakers. Also had to trim the underside of the driver side grille to fit with the new speaker. It was a science project compared to the Subie tweeter upgrade but fun to do and the sound is crazy good!

You should trim that cone off both sides completely if you want the full benefit of the new speakers.

 

[Rapid_Amble]

You should trim that cone off both sides completely if you want the full benefit of the new speakers.

Once more into the breach then!

Also I may be headed down the rabbit hole. Starting to look at upgrading the door speakers and sound deadening. . .

 

[2016 4Runner SR5]

Once more into the breach then!

Also I may be headed down the rabbit hole. Starting to look at upgrading the door speakers and sound deadening. . .

Something like this?

 

[Rapid_Amble]

Something like this?

:clap2::clap2::clap2:

Now that’s a project!

 

[TeeDub21]

Just installed mine and wow, serious improvement!

Should’ve been ten minutes but apparently Toyota had Hercules install my passenger side speaker.

 

[Hans Moleman]

I just installed the Subaru Kicker tweeter that I got for $78.

It is amazing. It sounds more clear, crisp, and detailed. Well worth the upgrade.