Malibu front speaker replacement failure

[Rotech]

Hey guys, went and purchased a front speaker that had the same specs stated in some posted seen here in the forum, but when I tried to install, the magnet was too big. Any have a know brand speak that for sure fits without guessing?

 

[ssn696]

Does the magnet keep it from fitting into the hole, or is it too tall. In my Malibu, I had to trim the dash pad a little (hidden by the speaker grille) when I replaced the OEM dash speakers.

 

[Rotech]

The magnet hits the AC box preventing to go in, although it looks like if it can pass the edge of the box it will fit. I just don't want to damage the insulation that the edge has.

 

[tkruger]

I had the same issue with my 87 Monte Carlo. The passenger fit but the driver side was a different issue. I found that there was a shallow version made by Pioneer that fit. Found them on Amazon and Crutchfeild. Unfortunately I do not see them on Crutchfield anymore. I did need to add a washer to the bottom of the grill to give it space for the tweeter. Also had to add bass blockers to protect them from the head unit.

 

[Rotech]

My malibu only has 1 speaker in the middle right behind the center vent. I don't want to venture buying another no knowning it it will work. I already bought this one.

 

[tkruger]

oh, was unaware of that. I thought they had the same arrangement as the Monte Carlo.