Plymouth Volare Speaker Size

Dashboard Speaker

Rear Deck Lid Speaker

Plymouth Volare Speaker FAQ

What speakers should I replace first in my Plymouth Volare?

Replace the rear deck 6 x 9 speakers first. These handle most of your music's frequency range and typically wear out faster than dashboard units. The rear deck location gets more vibration from road noise and trunk movement. Dashboard 3.5 inch speakers mainly handle mid-range frequencies, so they're less critical for overall sound quality. Start with 6 x 9 coaxials rated around 60-80 watts RMS at 4 ohms - this matches what your Plymouth Volare's factory amplifier can drive effectively.

Can I install component speakers in my Plymouth Volare dashboard?

Stick with coaxial or full-range speakers for the dashboard location. The 3.5 inch size limits your options anyway. Component systems need separate tweeters and crossovers - there's probably not enough space behind the dashboard mounting points. Full-range speakers work better here because they're designed to handle multiple frequency ranges in one unit. Look for speakers with frequency response around 80Hz to 20kHz. The dashboard position actually helps with stereo imaging since it's closer to ear level.

What's the difference between coaxial and triaxial speakers for the rear deck?

Triaxial speakers add a super tweeter to handle frequencies above 10kHz - basically the sparkle in cymbals and vocal details. Coaxial speakers have just a woofer and tweeter, which might be enough depending on your music preferences. The Plymouth Volare's rear deck location is decent for triaxials because you get more separation from road noise. However, coaxials often have better build quality in the same price range. Triaxials can sound harsh if the super tweeter is poorly designed. Both types should work with your factory wiring - just match the impedance at 4 ohms.

How do I know if my Plymouth Volare speakers are blown?

Listen for scratching sounds during bass notes - that's usually the voice coil rubbing. Distortion at moderate volumes indicates speaker damage, not just amplifier clipping. Check if sound cuts out from one side completely. Gently press the speaker cone - it should move smoothly without grinding or binding. The 6 x 9 rear speakers fail more often because they handle lower frequencies. Dashboard speakers might just sound muffled if the foam surrounds have deteriorated. Sometimes what sounds like blown speakers is actually loose mounting screws causing rattling.