Speaker mounting

[spats_lamoore]

Hi - I have a trace elliot 1x15" bass enclosure and I need to change the driver. I have picked up an Eminence kappa driver that looks like it will do the job nicely. However, the current driver is simply screwed directly onto the baffle - I'd like to use the proper mounting lugs (if that is the right term), but cannot find anywhere to source them.

Can anyone help with either the correct terminolgy and/or where I might be able to get them from?

Also - should I be using some kind of seal around the diameter of the driver? Would a household silicant sealing be suitable?

Many thanks in advance for any advice!

Spats

[JimmyM]

screwed directly into the baffle IS the correct way to install them. should have a bolt and a washer. that's all you need.

and speakers have gaskets built onto them so you don't need anything else to seal it. just put it on snug. but don't overtighten.

[DRafalske]

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And watch out you don't put your screwdriver or drill through the speaker surround. It's easier to do than you'd think, and yes, I've done it.

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[Rick Auricchio]

It sounds like they used wood screws to mount the driver. It's probably not worth drilling for T-nuts or other mounting devices. Just don't strip the screws when you tighten the driver.

[spats_lamoore]

That makes it easier - thank you very much!

[BassmanPaul]

Originally Posted by DRafalske

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And watch out you don't put your screwdriver or drill through the speaker surround. It's easier to do than you'd think, and yes, I've done it.

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Amen to that brother and it's a horrible feeling as soon as you realize what you just did!!!!

Paul

[rpsands]

Recex screws are my favorite for mounting neo drivers. For mounting heavier drivers I'd use machine screws and hurricane or T-nuts.

[BassmanPaul]

I agree with RP, I don't like wood screws either. As this is a "labour of love", I'd still go with #10x32 hardware anyway.

Paul

[JimmyM]

well regardless of what your preferences are, whatever's already in it is fine.