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Old May 18, 2004 | 07:30 PM
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I have a nice set of 6x9'*--one speaker the foam is torn some. I know there'* a way to fix it w/some kind of epoxy or rubberized stuff. Anyone know what it is and where I can get it from? I'd hate to throw it out.:(
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Old May 18, 2004 | 11:36 PM
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I've never heard of such a thing, and to be honest it will never sound the same. I've seen used 6x9s go for $5 or $10 for a pair on EBay, why not just pick a pair up??
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Old May 19, 2004 | 09:12 AM
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Old May 19, 2004 | 06:08 PM
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How big is the tear? I would suggest using some sort of silicone based epoxy. Make sure it is very flexible. GOOP is no good. If the tear is not that big you may not notice much sound difference...
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Old May 19, 2004 | 07:04 PM
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What kind of 6by9s are they? IF they are factory then you can replace them for about 1.50 for both of them from that link i gave you
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Old May 19, 2004 | 09:24 PM
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If its a minor repair rubber cement will work but if its bigger than 1/2" tear I think the speaker will 'buzz' when you get into it?
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Old May 19, 2004 | 09:43 PM
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Tape should work fine. You're really just trying to seal up the seal, as i bet the rest of the surround should still keep it up structurally sound.

Duct tape, or electrical tape will be fine.
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Old May 19, 2004 | 11:27 PM
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I will second the rubber cement suggestion.
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Old May 20, 2004 | 07:20 PM
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They're kicker 6x9'*.
Where can I find that rubber cement?
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Old May 20, 2004 | 07:36 PM
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You can find that rubber cement at any hardware store. I like Home Depot. It will be with the glues in the paint department
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