I need new speakers. 1998 318ti. Suggestions?

[djcamera]

Original owner. I never replaced or even touched the factory speakers. The ones in the back are starting to buzz and vibrate-sound. I've seen some YouTube videos where guys have had to get creative to shoe-horn aftermarket speakers.

I'd love to just unplug, unscrew & replace with new ones, but I suspect it won't be that easy. Can someone recommend a source for new speakers, and should I replace ALL TEN SPEAKERS, or just the buzzy ones in the back? (The ones mounted in the doors, etc are not buzzing and sound fine.)

[anassa]

Originally Posted by djcamera

Original owner. I never replaced or even touched the factory speakers. The ones in the back are starting to buzz and vibrate-sound. I've seen some YouTube videos where guys have had to get creative to shoe-horn aftermarket speakers.

I'd love to just unplug, unscrew & replace with new ones, but I suspect it won't be that easy. Can someone recommend a source for new speakers, and should I replace ALL TEN SPEAKERS, or just the buzzy ones in the back? (The ones mounted in the doors, etc are not buzzing and sound fine.)

I did some research back when I was looking to do this, I don't remember much but some of these threads have some information:

Write up:
http://www.318ti.org/forum/showthread.php?t=4541

Youtube Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gPtDkFgnIew

General information from a question thread:
http://www.318ti.org/forum/showthread.php?t=2788

[ZEK]

Replace the rears with 5.25" and this adaper: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Autoleads-SA...UAAOSwMgdXxJc8

Buy efficient 5.25 speakers and not multiway if possible like this: http://www.parts-express.com/dayton-...eaker--295-307

Replace the front kickpanel if you want but no need. Minimal gains. The stock setup does really upgrade and a proper amp needs to power the speakers if you want some kick. It's very easy to install a sub. I tossed a simple 10" in the rear with Class D amp. Doesn't pull a lot of power and will be better than easy speakers you buy for the money.

[djcamera]

Hey, thanks a MILLION for this info. So, with that adapter, a new speaker will just line right up and tighten down in the same spot as the old one? Just like that? I looked into an install from BAVSOUND and some other places and it's expensive. If I can do this myself, I'll be king of the world.

Originally Posted by ZEK

Replace the rears with 5.25" and this adaper: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Autoleads-SA...UAAOSwMgdXxJc8

Buy efficient 5.25 speakers and not multiway if possible like this: http://www.parts-express.com/dayton-...eaker--295-307

Replace the front kickpanel if you want but no need. Minimal gains. The stock setup does really upgrade and a proper amp needs to power the speakers if you want some kick. It's very easy to install a sub. I tossed a simple 10" in the rear with Class D amp. Doesn't pull a lot of power and will be better than easy speakers you buy for the money.

[ZEK]

Yes the adapters use the stock 4T mounting holes and any standard 5.25 will go in the adapter. You should have plenty of space. No 5.25 with the stock amp will provide any real bass but if the paper ones are torn/blown then anything will be better. I highly recommend a small, even 8 or 6 inch subwoofer. Wiring through the passenger side firewall takes 15 minutes then just bury under carpet or floor mats.