First off, let me say, I am not an audiophile.
I like a stereo that sounds good, but I've lived w/ the stock speakers this long, so anything will be an improvement.

One of my rear speakers blew the other day, so I figure it's past time for an upgrade.
Im running a Pioneer head unit (see my sig for specific model). I will not be getting a seperate amp to push the speakers.

So first order of business:
5 1/4" rear speakers. I've already ordered the adapter plate for 5 1/4" speakers off Ebay.
I dont want some dual-cone crap speakers, but something middle of the road.
Would you suggest something like a decent Kenwood 2 (or 3) way speaker?
Or should I try to get Pioneer's to match the head unit?
Something else?

6.5" Front Components
I'm willing to go a little better quality for the fronts, since that's where I sit.
I saw some Infinity Reference components on Ebay for under $100.
I know Infinity makes some good stuff, but how about these?
Other suggestions?

Thanks!

 

I got infinity ref 6.5's in the front they are awesome!

 

What's your budget for the fronts?

 

for middle of the road, i would say pioneers... 3-way if possible. infinitys are nice if you have the extra money.

 

Check out the Focal Access line at woofersetc.com. These speakers run $349 at Cartoys....Woofersetc has them for $189 (I have made two orders from them and they are very reliable). Focal makes high quality, audiophile grade speakers; You will not be disappointed. I have them in my 4runner front and back and they sound awesome. I have had several people ask if I have a sub installed due to the excellent bass response, but I do not. I planned on installing one but changed my mind after installing these. I have 6.5" components front and rear. There are several threads where I show pictures of my 6.5" installs. I know you already ordered your adapters, but I also show how I did the 5.25" rear install (did this first then changed to 6.5"s)

I have also used Polk Audio, Kenwood and Alpine. I have had bad luck with Alpines (quality and durability). I really like the Polk speakers; They are very warm sounding, and they have several affordable lines. There are a lot of high end brands out there, but they get pricey fast.

Have fun!

 

My budget for fronts is under $100.
I cant justify any more than that.

 

That sucks... If you had 150 you could get some CDTs

http://www.thezeb.com/p-CDT-Audio-CL...tem-109415.htm

These are pretty nice for 150, I installed these in a friend's car and was amazed. Good mid bass response, nice highs, loud but not harsh with only 50 watts per channel.

 

check out the Eclipse Co-axels or the Boston FX6 they are both awsome for a cheap price

 

i want to do the same thing, I have an alpine unit pushing 27 watts rms to the speakers, so i don't want to add a 4 channel amp yet. But what is a cheap upgrade for me hopefully all under 100, front and back?

Should I just get these for the front from teh classifieds???????