Speaker Upgrade BASIC How To... (2nd Gen Access Cab)

StompinStu · 07-21-2008, 08:09 PM

why do you need to use the TacoTune spacers? Why cant you just re-install as you took out?

EquinsuOcha · 07-21-2008, 08:22 PM

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Originally Posted by StompinStu

why do you need to use the TacoTune spacers? Why cant you just re-install as you took out?

The holes from the stock speakers are HUGE!

Osiris117 · 07-22-2008, 01:56 PM

the holes that are left from the factory speakers are about 8in in diameter, thats why u need the spacers but u can make ur own ones way cheeper out of 1/2in MDF and rolled ice and water shield

jtaco · 07-22-2008, 03:12 PM

do u mean line the whole door panal with rolled ice and water shield?

Osiris117 · 07-22-2008, 03:22 PM

u can go that rote but its a real pain in the ass, all u really need is a double layer on the back side of the speaker mount (the side touching the door, and not the side the speaker is attatched to). All you are really doing is cancelling out any unwanted panel vibrations that might be caused by the speakers

jtaco · 07-22-2008, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Osiris117

u can go that rote but its a real pain in the ass, all u really need is a double layer on the back side of the speaker mount (the side touching the door, and not the side the speaker is attatched to). All you are really doing is cancelling out any unwanted panel vibrations that might be caused by the speakers

ok i c, i used strip cauk for that.

Osiris117 · 07-22-2008, 03:31 PM

either and or, its all good really

Addicted · 08-20-2008, 06:27 PM

Quick question. How do you unclip the wiring for the windows on the driver's side door? I got the passanger side with no problem, but I could not get the driver's side door harness off. I'm scared to pull it too hard. I can't imagine what that would cost me to replace. Any instructions on getting that off? Thanks.

maverick491 · 08-21-2008, 05:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Addicted

Quick question. How do you unclip the wiring for the windows on the driver's side door? I got the passanger side with no problem, but I could not get the driver's side door harness off. I'm scared to pull it too hard. I can't imagine what that would cost me to replace. Any instructions on getting that off? Thanks.

There is a push clip thing just like the passenger side, but it is rotated 90 degrees counter-clockwise (if memory serves) just be patient, take your time and feel around and you'll find it. Squeese the tab, and it will come apart nicely like the other door.

TIM GAINOUS · 08-27-2008, 08:57 AM

Ive got an 7 std cab idont see any screws in the armrest area.i was wondering if all i gotta do is pull the sail panel and the screw in the door release handle? Im just a little leery about tearing into a late model truck. Anyways any help would be appreciated.

Toyotaphile · 10-07-2008, 09:00 PM

Hey little new to this love the tips and mods I do have some input in the stereo department in response to an earlier thread crutchfield only offers 5 1/4 or 6 1/2 bc the goal is to put your bass behind you,your highs ahead of you, and your mid range beside you. The 6x9 puts more bass to your side. The best way to accomplish a good sound configuration is component speakers in the front 5 1/4 or 6 1/2 (component speakers come with the speakers tweeters that are separate from the speaker its self and a crossover to get the appropriate frequencies to the right speaker) this allows for better sound because you have the option to mount the highs away from the mids the factory tweeter location would provide for good sound.

robsatx · 10-24-2008, 09:17 AM

Awesome write up!
tacotunes has custom size mounts.

Addicted · 10-24-2008, 02:13 PM

Mr. Marv on here makes the mounts as well, and they are SPECIFIC to your speaker. In some applications, my 6x9's for example, required specific mount widths. Mr. Marv did an excellent job (and was cheaper).

robsatx · 10-24-2008, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Addicted

Mr. Marv on here makes the mounts as well, and they are SPECIFIC to your speaker. In some applications, my 6x9's for example, required specific mount widths. Mr. Marv did an excellent job (and was cheaper).

Cheaper? Might want to check again . . . tacotunes has outdoor grade MDF for much less than the plastic mounts most people opt to buy from the website.

Custom sizes (specific to your size) are also available at no cost. Tacotunes are a full 1" thick (I think others are using cheap 3/4 mdf). The tacotunes mounts are made from outdoor grade MDF, t does not contain formaldehyde.

Most peeps opt for the plastic over the MDF as they are pretty much bullet proof.

07-22-2008, 01:56 PM	#63
Osiris117 "Historicly, Historic" Joined: Mar 2008, #5240 Location: Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada Posts: 27 Black Sand Pearl 4X2 2008 Access Cab Manual 2.7L 4Cyl PIAA Intense white H4 headlight bulbs, PIAA Plasma GT-X marker lights, White LED Rear Licence plate lights, Pioneer P4000DVD CD/DVD Deck, 12in Sony Sub, 300W Pioneer amp, Infinity Component set front, Infinifty 6.5in 2ways speakers rear, Cherry Bomb Muffler, Extang Tri-fold soft Toneau cover.	the holes that are left from the factory speakers are about 8in in diameter, thats why u need the spacers but u can make ur own ones way cheeper out of 1/2in MDF and rolled ice and water shield __________________ W.A.N.G.Z - Protecting your heterosexual house of cards.

07-22-2008, 03:22 PM	#65
Osiris117 "Historicly, Historic" Joined: Mar 2008, #5240 Location: Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada Posts: 27 Black Sand Pearl 4X2 2008 Access Cab Manual 2.7L 4Cyl PIAA Intense white H4 headlight bulbs, PIAA Plasma GT-X marker lights, White LED Rear Licence plate lights, Pioneer P4000DVD CD/DVD Deck, 12in Sony Sub, 300W Pioneer amp, Infinity Component set front, Infinifty 6.5in 2ways speakers rear, Cherry Bomb Muffler, Extang Tri-fold soft Toneau cover.	u can go that rote but its a real pain in the ass, all u really need is a double layer on the back side of the speaker mount (the side touching the door, and not the side the speaker is attatched to). All you are really doing is cancelling out any unwanted panel vibrations that might be caused by the speakers __________________ W.A.N.G.Z - Protecting your heterosexual house of cards.

07-22-2008, 03:31 PM	#67
Osiris117 "Historicly, Historic" Joined: Mar 2008, #5240 Location: Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada Posts: 27 Black Sand Pearl 4X2 2008 Access Cab Manual 2.7L 4Cyl PIAA Intense white H4 headlight bulbs, PIAA Plasma GT-X marker lights, White LED Rear Licence plate lights, Pioneer P4000DVD CD/DVD Deck, 12in Sony Sub, 300W Pioneer amp, Infinity Component set front, Infinifty 6.5in 2ways speakers rear, Cherry Bomb Muffler, Extang Tri-fold soft Toneau cover.	either and or, its all good really __________________ W.A.N.G.Z - Protecting your heterosexual house of cards.

08-27-2008, 08:57 AM	#70
TIM GAINOUS Junior Member Joined: Dec 2007, #3738 Location: tallahassee fl Posts: 18 o7 base 2007 Regular Cab Automatic 2.7 flowmaster,tints,venvisors,low pro toolbox	Std cab doors Ive got an 7 std cab idont see any screws in the armrest area.i was wondering if all i gotta do is pull the sail panel and the screw in the door release handle? Im just a little leery about tearing into a late model truck. Anyways any help would be appreciated.

10-24-2008, 09:17 AM	#72
robsatx Banned Joined: Oct 2008, #10209 Location: San Antonio Posts: 67 2005 Tacoma & 2008 Tundra 2005 Double Cab Automatic Audio, lift	... Awesome write up! tacotunes has custom size mounts.

07-21-2008, 08:09 PM	#61
StompinStu Member Joined: Jul 2008, #7776 Location: Baton Rouge, LA Posts: 33 06 PreRunner Access Cab I4 5 speed 2006 Access Cab Manual	why do you need to use the TacoTune spacers? Why cant you just re-install as you took out?

07-22-2008, 03:12 PM	#64
jtaco Senior Member Joined: Apr 2008, #5958 Gender: Male Posts: 200 07,trdOR,DC,4x4,v6,saw2.5s,aals,LRarms 2007 Double Cab Manual saw2.5s,fujitashortram,skyjackershocks,LR a-arms,kenwoodmp3/acc/wmacd,JL audio 6x9 3 way in front doors	do u mean line the whole door panal with rolled ice and water shield?

08-20-2008, 06:27 PM	#68
Addicted Senior Member Joined: Jun 2008, #7476 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 197 07 DC 4x4 - TRD Off Road - Black 2007 Double Cab Automatic	Quick question. How do you unclip the wiring for the windows on the driver's side door? I got the passanger side with no problem, but I could not get the driver's side door harness off. I'm scared to pull it too hard. I can't imagine what that would cost me to replace. Any instructions on getting that off? Thanks.

10-07-2008, 09:00 PM	#71
Toyotaphile Junior Member Joined: Oct 2008, #9790 Location: Md Posts: 1 89 supra getting my 09 taco in a few weeks 2009 Double Cab Manual None yet	Hey little new to this love the tips and mods I do have some input in the stereo department in response to an earlier thread crutchfield only offers 5 1/4 or 6 1/2 bc the goal is to put your bass behind you,your highs ahead of you, and your mid range beside you. The 6x9 puts more bass to your side. The best way to accomplish a good sound configuration is component speakers in the front 5 1/4 or 6 1/2 (component speakers come with the speakers tweeters that are separate from the speaker its self and a crossover to get the appropriate frequencies to the right speaker) this allows for better sound because you have the option to mount the highs away from the mids the factory tweeter location would provide for good sound.

10-24-2008, 02:13 PM	#73
Addicted Senior Member Joined: Jun 2008, #7476 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 197 07 DC 4x4 - TRD Off Road - Black 2007 Double Cab Automatic	Mr. Marv on here makes the mounts as well, and they are SPECIFIC to your speaker. In some applications, my 6x9's for example, required specific mount widths. Mr. Marv did an excellent job (and was cheaper).

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