I did this on my '84, and it worked well.  The main problem is I kicked the
grille every time I got out of the car and knocked it loose.  It was just a
screen with a folded edge that fit in a slot.  Choose the speaker carefully
to avoid this problem.  If I remember correctly I cut a semicircle
(semi-oval actually) out of the metal part of the lower door and the panel
to install the speakers.  I'll likely do this again on my '85.

Stuart
'85 Westy

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
Jamie Fitterer
Sent: Monday, July 30, 2012 8:32 AM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Front Door 4x6 speakers

HEy guys, I am wondering if anyone has tried to put 4x6 elliptical speakers
in the bottom of the foot well on the doors?  There is an empty space in the
doors and you would need to cut the hole obviously, but I am wondering if
anyone knows if these fit and specifically if they fit with the factory
cubbies on the doors belwo the arm rest?  My driver side has the cubby
holder and passenger is open.  I know it will go on the passneger side no
problems.  In this case I will be just keeping the factory speakers in the
door panels for show.  Currently replaced with Kenwood 3-way 4.5 speakers
but those are goign to the rear as they make it so the door doesnt really
close right and the window cranks dont work.
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