Speakers and Sound System Replacement Suggestions

[slaughterj]

The speakers in my 2005 seem to be in need of replacement, any reasonable cost and good performance suggestions?

Also, if inexpensive and easy to change, I would be interested in any recommendations for a replacement stereo that readily connects with iDevices.

 

[CaptainDavid]

The Kicker KS600 speakers fit easily into your doors and sound much better than stock not very expensive. not sure about sub, can't help with the iradio.

 

[ninjakris]

When it comes to speakers, I guess it depends on what you are looking for. You can get all crazy with the top of the line this and that, or if its just to get a better sound and keep a stock location, you can go with something simple in the door that is a 6.5" speaker. I even used the factory wiring connector in the door and unsoldered the factory speakers and re-soldered the new speakers to it. This gave me a factory connection. You will use the factory amp and it will work fine. As for the tweeters and rear speakers, I didn't mess with them yet. I was pretty surprised now much a difference a new speaker in the door made.

When it comes to the stereo, the easiest way is to find a single din unit that does Bluetooth everything. They are sub-$200. If you want to get fancy with double din stuff, be prepared to modify your dash to make it fit. Many people have done it, its your call.

Here is what I recently put in my 06' for reference with associated prices. This order was from crutchfield. My total install time was around one hour.

Sony MEX-GS600BT CD Receiver w/ App Remote & Bluetooth: ($159.99)
Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep Kit 98-09 Chry/Dodge/Jeep "I" kit w/ pocket: (free with stereo purchase)
Metra 70-6502 Wire Harness: (free with stereo purchase)
Chrysler/GM/Ford Antenna Adapt Motorola M to OEM antenna F: (free with stereo purchase)
Sony XSGT1638F 6.5" Car Speakers $49.99


I hope this gives you a quick idea of what you should be looking for. My goal was to have everything be able to return to stock if I wanted to. Your goal might be something different. If you have more questions, let me know.

 

[MoparMap]

I'll second the Kicker speakers, they've been working well in my car so far. Granted I have a different amp and headunit, but that's because the stocks ones weren't there when I bought the car to begin with. Easy enough to put in as well. They definitely like having an amp drive them though, listened to them in the store on just a headunit and with an amp attached and they really have more depth with the extra power.

 

[FrgMstr]

Here is what I did with mine.

http://forums.viperclub.org/threads/651099-Gen-IV-Roadster-Stereo-Install?highlight=stereo

 

[slaughterj]

Thanks for the responses. I put kickers in my 98 and they seemed fine. I'll check on some of the other equipment mentioned above too.