[Mgb-v8] Fitting a radio

[Wayne Kube]

Barrie -

That's where I mounted my front speakers - in those kick panels.  One
negative reason (other people may come up with mores that it might be
susceptible to moisture on the back side of your speakers, if the wheel-well
panel seals aren't water tight.  But, then you want that anyway to keep out
the moisture for rust prevention.  You can sort of see the speaker in the
kick panel in this photo, as well as where I mounted the rear speaker.
These are 6" speakers.  I really like the sound - a lot better than 4"
speakers in the doors, that I had previously.


Wayne Kube
Plano, TX

'79 MGB V8 3.9L EFI "Hobbes"
Logan Lathe Model 1925
n5wmk
http://www.britishv8.org/MG/WayneKube.htm 



 

-----Original Message-----
From: mgb-v8-bounces at autox.team.net [mailto:mgb-v8-bounces at autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of Barrie Robinson
Sent: Friday, May 22, 2009 9:21 AM
To: mgb-v8 at autox.team.net; mgs at autox.team.net
Subject: [Mgb-v8] Fitting a radio

I want to put in a radio in my MGB and, of course. I have the usual 
space in the centre console, but it is the location of the speakers 
that puzzle me.  Seems as if the doors are the most common spot but I 
like that not because of the door/body connection required.   It 
would seem that the wing space to the left (or right) of ones knees 
(forward of the door opening) would be perfect.  Tons of room, simple 
route to radio, and easily fitted.  However, nowhere have I seen this 
place mentioned.  Is there some reason why this place should be not a 
good idea?

The radio will be a simple one with just the station selection 
buttons and front face flash-stick (USB) outlet.  Using a flash-stick 
will be great as stacking even CDs in the car is a little cramped - 
forget tapes!!!

Any sage advice would be welcome and thank you in advance for replies.

Regards

Barrie
(705) 721-9060 
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