Just changed all three sets today following your videos. Went great and they sound really great!!! Thank you for your perfect and easy to follow instruction!Also that you for NOT talking about yourself for half an hour as many youtubers feel the need to do. Awesome job!!!
Glad this install went smoothly for you Gregory! Enjoy many miles of awesome sound! I like to stick to the task at hand. Sometimes I throw a clip in at the end of the video or something (me fishing for example). This isnt a blog channel so I keep it focused on content. I stay focused on what the viewer needs to see. Thanks for watching!
I needed to redo part of my speaker upgrade because one of my Kicker DS 6x9's on the passenger side went bad two months outside of the Warranty. Even though I did this in the past your video was better than ones I watched over two years ago. Very clear and well filmed steps. Watching the video along with the Crutchfield instruction sheets helped me replace my broken front door speaker with a new set with speed and ease.
I replaced the front door speakers in my Tacoma today and I was shocked at how cheaply made the factory speakers are. I also did a few things slightly different than you. I zip tied the extra loose wire from the new harness to the speaker frame so there was not wires dangling that may get caught on the window regulator when it goes up and down. Also, there is a hole in the plastic for the speaker adapter to run the wire harness through. I drilled another hole about 1/2" away and I ran a zip tie through it and around the wire harness that was sticking out. Once the speaker was installed and plugged into the factory harness, I pushed the new harness back into the hole slightly, then I tightened the zip tie. That way the new harness is not bouncing around. Also, before I mated the speaker to the plastic adapter, I ran a small bead of silicone around the speaker then mated it to the adapter and screwed them together. I wanted to make extra sure they were solid together and there would not be any rattling.
Great videos with great pointers. One thing I did was to use a 5 gallon bucket to place the door panels on so I didn’t have to mess with the cable assembly for the door handle. Thanks so much!
I've got a 2018 Tacoma SR5 double cab. Your videos for the entire speaker upgrade really helped in me getting the sound quality to an entirely new level. All of the genres of music I like listening to come across as a whole new experience. I appreciate your time and effort, it helped me out tremendously.
Appreciate the positive feedback Chris! Totally agree! Songs I’ve listened to a hundred times sound way different and better! Thanks for watching my friend!
Another excellent helpful video! Was able to swap these speakers out no problem. One thing to note is that if the while tab gets stuck in the door when you pull the panel out, remove the while clips of the door, install it on the the panel before re attaching it back to the door.
Flint Layfield oh yeah! They were bad! The new ones crank out much clearer sound! I’m not one to blast my music and shake my truck to death but I do like my music to be clear. And the old speakers were no better than alarm clock radio speakers. Seriously they were bad.
This is my new favorite channel :) I just put in Kicker Speakers in my 2016 F150. What an improvement! I also got the easy connect harness. No cutting or splicing 👌
Just did this on 22 Tacoma with base, nonjbl, speakers. Back door speakers had totally different plugs on them compared to front speakers. Front door speakers made biggest difference. Changed front tweeters and it helps with vocal highs. Back doors are better but still ok with additional amp
Swapped out all the factory crappy speakers an had Polk dB+ Series speakers installed, all speakers tweeters included, an damn does the music sound so much better!~ I would NEVER run kicker speakers due to the fuses in them as Billfrog even agreed they are stupid, an kicker to me is not a company I can trust anymore after what they did!~
Thanks for the detailed step by step install. I am going to do this to my 2019 TRD Off Road but I have no patients and am scared I will force something and break it. I will have it done by a pro. But at least I know the process now and know which speakers to get me some great sounds in my Taco. Thanks
I watched your video to install the Subaru Kicker tweeters in my '21 TRD OR DC. I definitely notice an improvement in the audio. I think I will be ordering this kicker set to replace the door speakers next.
Thanks for watching my tweeter video! You’ll notice an even bigger difference once this go in. Trust me you’ll be happy you swapped them! Rock on Yates! 👍
Excellent video. Only note I would make is where you duct tape the excess wire: I would use wiring loom and ziptie it. This prevents friction in the long term. Friction can expose the wire and potentially cause electrical problems.
Loved the video and it Def helped me out just now! The only problem I ran into was some of the white door panel button stayed in the door and not on the panel so when I put it together it didn't fit firm on some. So if any of yall doing this make sure you take all the white button type fasteners out of the door and put them on the back of the panel 1st lol
Just wanna say thank you. Ended up ordering the front door speakers, harness, and speaker adapters. I honestly cant wait to do the install myself on Friday. These stock speakers are straight garbage.
When re-installing the top triangle plastic piece, make sure to pull the white tabs back out carefully, put them on the triangle ocrner piece, and then install it. I tried popping it in like in the video and all 3 white backing fell inside of the door. Have to use an endoscope and claw to pull them out. :( 2022 tacoma btw, so brand new parts.
you can use a metal wire, bend a little hook at the end and fish them out, it wasn't too bad. I think I removed the mirror to see inside better. But you should try and get them out aso they don't rattle.
I just switched out my tweeters, that alone does make a nice difference. Gonna wait for the weekend to do the doors, but with your informative, step by step instructions, should be a piece of cake. And btw, you speak French like it's your native language! 😀😀
Hahaha I try to avoid using too much “French” in videos but sometimes it just blurts out lol! Glad you’re noticing a difference already! Just wait until you get the speakers in! Thanks for watching Rixter!
Thank You for this. Exactly what I was looking for was an informative video on how to upgrade speakers in an access cab tacoma. Your videos are great 👍
@@jollypearltank8935 no problem. I feel it’s about 15% louder. Not much but it’s noticeable. Again, I was going for more clarity. An amp would allow the speakers more power.
Superb video. I watched it several times and my speaker swap was done (all 4 doors) in less than an hour. Also, mine has the factory JBL system and the front 6x9 do have larger magnets but still less than half the size of the upgrades. The rears are the size of a quarter. Sounds awesome now and can really feel more bass. Cheers!
Glad to hear you upgraded your speakers while you actually have a jbl system and so do I on my 2022 sport with JBL Have you experience any down sides after you upgraded the speakers I’m done with my garbage speakers abut I’m concerned if I would have any issues sound wise. Thanks hope I can get your feedback
I messed up on my adapter bracket. I had the face cover on like an idiot so I had to modify adapter a lot just to take cover off and have more wiggle room. It’s okay I used clips provided to mount the adapter to speaker and it’s nice and tight. I’ve pull tested it, seems sturdy. May consider buying a new set as they’re only $20 bucks
This video helped me tremendously!!! You’re the only one who shows the true installation of a speaker to the speaker mounting bracket. Real quick, did you not use the black speed clips?
I tried to be as straightforward as possible. What you saw me use was the way to go. I don’t recall any black clips of any kind. Black clips for wires?
Hey Ryan, did you go with the Kickers and do you feel the need to add an amp? I’m about to do the same to my Tacoma and I’m seeing some people have mixed feelings. How do you feel after 3 months?
@@apolloorosco6852 hey man, I installed them. Super easy just use the suggested tools so you don’t mess up your interior. I watched the video like 3 times before I did it and I managed to not mess much up. By the third door (I did front and back) you have it down pat. Sounds amazing, hoped this helped.
I just did this to my Tacoma. I have a couple of additional notes. The screws provided with the speakers don't 'bite' into really anything. If you don't address this I think they will vibrate loose. In the bag that the screws came in there are 90 degree screw backs (thin metal). I took some tin snips and cut them so that I had a flat screw backing. I used needle nose pliers on the square that I made out of the 90 degree screw back. I then screwed them down into the squares (on the back of the speaker adapter), they are not going anywhere. I also noticed on the back of the old speakers there was some black felt. I'll bet this is for vibration as well. I trimmed some felt and put some on the back of the new speaker bracket. I got the felt from a hobby store ($5), it had adhesive on one side. I recommend doing the same. One additional note, assemble the speaker into the mount and the wire harness in the house/AC. When you are ready to install them it will take about 10 min per door (maybe a bit longer on the first one as you learn).
One other thing, the back speakers put out very little volume. Unless you get an amp, there is no point in replacing the rear ones. The tweeters in the dash should be changed though, big gains there as well. Just put in the plug and play Kicker branded Subaru's (google it). It's worth pointing out that this does NOT work for those with the JBL system. They use different speaker connectors.
I did this about a month ago, added sound deadening material as well. Did all 4 doors as well as the tweeters from suburu. Was easy to do but still sounds like crap. As mentioned an amp is needed and those install videos don't seem very difficult. Itll do for now
Help me out, I have a 2019 double cab with a powered 10” sub and subaru tweeters already. If I were to upgrade my door panel speakers to Kicker/Rocksford Fosgate, would I need to get a new head unit?
Great video im installing kickers on my 22 taco trd sport I'm hoping they're gonna make a big difference and im thinking about adding a amp if im not impressed
I did in my tacoma 2020 the sound is really great, I want to put a sub woofer, is my next step, thank you sir !!! let me know about the subwoofer ?????
Does upgrading the speakers and not the head unit make a huge difference? In the past I've always upgraded the head unit but now I want to keep the infotainment system...
I had the same speaker swap out except I put Subaru tweeters. Sound so much better now but I would like to add an amp to the system now. Can you or anyone recommend an amp that is recommend for this setup ? Thanks
Thank you so much for the helpful video! Quick question, do you know if the install is the same if you have the JBL system? I’m just looking to replace the door speakers and tweeters. Thanks in advance!
Just wanted to provide an update for anyone that has a newer Tacoma. I have a 2021 non JBL Tacoma and the same wire adapter recommended in this link works for mine. If you have any questions feel free to ask. But figured this should answer the question some of you have. Side note the rears use part number 72-8109 and not 72-8104 like the fronts.
@@GarageGear yeah just wanna add the info to help your video. Either way I appreciate is very much I replaced all 6 speakers in my Tacoma and ITS SO NICE NOW even without an amp.
Would it be possible to replace the sub woofer speaker only with out replacing the box and the amp? Great video already replaced 4 speakers and the tweeters
Thanks to your videos I was able to install all six speakers in my 2017 Tacoma sr with no problems. Mine had no speakers in the rear doors at all but was able to find the wires behind the panels and get them installed and working.
Thanks you Moe! Not sure if they were component speakers. It’s been a while since I installed them. You can check with crutchfield.com to get more specific answers to your questions. The truck does not have an amp. Thanks again for watching!
Thats a great video! Thanks. Did the new speakers play only bass? Or all range of sound? I am asking because many people saying the front door speakers are actually woofers. And its only for bass. Other saying that most of the sound levels came from the tweeter only (dash speakers).
Hey Hemi! These speakers play a range of sound. My new tweeters play the high sounds better than the previous set! All around the sound was improved! Thanks for watching!
Great video! So, are these component speakers and did the truck have a factory amp? Thanks!! Looking to install in my Camry SE 2011 (factory JBL setup)
Hey Moe! I saw your other comment as well. Not sure if they are component speakers exactly. You can check with crutchfield.com to be sure. There is no amp on the truck. Thanks for watching!
Actually that magnets size isn't that big or a deal, it appears to maybe be a neodymium magnet, which means it can do the same thing a regular magnet can do at half or 3x smaller size.
@@jr303official hey JR, I did a follow up clip at the end of the access cab speaker install video. All the speakers were in and there was a BIG improvement! At this time I will not be putting in an amp! Sounds fine to me.
So I placed the order for all 3 components but the plug and play were not available can you send me the link for the plug and play wires can’t find your link
I got Infinity speakers for my 2019 TRD Off Road, I think one of the rear door speakers weighs more than all four of the factory ones. Getting a 2021 this week, ordering the same speakers and want to install them myself this time.
Did you have any trouble with rattles after the install? The speakers in my 2019 were "professionally" installed and the drivers door panel has rattled since.
@@wickedmuffin76 no rattles whatsoever Mark! If you snug them down you shouldn’t have any issues! 👍 your previous ones must not have been bolted down all the way.
@@GarageGear If I were keeping it I would probably take it apart to investigate, but now I'll let the dealer figure it out. They know about it, I didn't hide it.
I want to upgrade for sure, but I don't think I want to invest in the full set. Maybe 2 of the 3. What order would you put them in as far as biggest improvement to overall sound? My guess is front doors, then tweeters, then rear doors.
That’s the order I would do. Having all three really cleans the sound up the best. I noticed a HUGE difference just with the tweeters alone. Thanks for checking out my channel grumpchong! 👍
Yep! Extremely clear compared to the stock speakers. You don’t need an amp. You could put one in. That would maximize your volume. But the clarity is already there. Thanks for watching!
Hey Amy! Good question! I didn’t do it and my truck sounds great. I would imagine this would improve sound a little bit but I got great sound without it. Thanks for watching!
Will this work for a 2008 Toyota Tacoma sport it's got the JBL factory system now but will these speakers work on that year vehicle because I know you're Toyota is a lot newer
So I got kickers KS in the front and CS in the back, however ALL bass was gone and it sounded much clearer and crisp, but bass is ABSENT did I do something wrong?
Hey Nico! If your goal is volume then I would probably go with an amp. These speakers provide the clarity and a little volume boost. Thanks for watching!
Will the Kicker speaker kit (tweeters, 6 x 9, rear door speakers) work with 2016 Tacoma JBL system? I've read the tweeters are not plug and play with the JBL system.
You could do an amp but it’s not required. Sounds great without one. I would like to figure out how to install an amp. Could be a future video! Thanks for watching!
Hey David, I did replace the tweeters with Subaru tweeters. I should have that video linked in the description. All speakers were replaced on this truck. Thanks for checking out my channel!
great install video. question about the wiring harness 72-8104. im being told that 72-8019 is the correct harness but your link takes us too 72-8014. what year is your tacoma? i have a 2020 and trying to buy the correct harness
Hey everyone, for everyone that’s installed the front 6x9 and the subi tweeters, how much of a difference are you guys seeing without an amp, still holding up good?
Missing one very important step. The triangular panel at the top that has the 3 white clips is install improperly, might work but my clips just pushed into the door not to be found. Went to Toyota purchased new ones for $7.50 each and they pushed in too went back to Toyota bought more and had them show me to install the panel. The white clips should be on the panel prior to putting it back on. Expensive lesson for me. Other than than that the video was very helpful.
This was the best install video. You showed every step in detail. Thank you very much.
Tokyo Toransu Thanks for watching! Be sure to subscribe!!!
I agree very well done!
Just changed all three sets today following your videos. Went great and they sound really great!!! Thank you for your perfect and easy to follow instruction!Also that you for NOT talking about yourself for half an hour as many youtubers feel the need to do. Awesome job!!!
Glad this install went smoothly for you Gregory! Enjoy many miles of awesome sound!
I like to stick to the task at hand. Sometimes I throw a clip in at the end of the video or something (me fishing for example). This isnt a blog channel so I keep it focused on content. I stay focused on what the viewer needs to see. Thanks for watching!
I needed to redo part of my speaker upgrade because one of my Kicker DS 6x9's on the passenger side went bad two months outside of the Warranty. Even though I did this in the past your video was better than ones I watched over two years ago. Very clear and well filmed steps. Watching the video along with the Crutchfield instruction sheets helped me replace my broken front door speaker with a new set with speed and ease.
Awesome to hear Michael that you were able to replace them so fast! I appreciate the positive feedback! Thanks for watching 👍
I replaced the front door speakers in my Tacoma today and I was shocked at how cheaply made the factory speakers are. I also did a few things slightly different than you. I zip tied the extra loose wire from the new harness to the speaker frame so there was not wires dangling that may get caught on the window regulator when it goes up and down. Also, there is a hole in the plastic for the speaker adapter to run the wire harness through. I drilled another hole about 1/2" away and I ran a zip tie through it and around the wire harness that was sticking out. Once the speaker was installed and plugged into the factory harness, I pushed the new harness back into the hole slightly, then I tightened the zip tie. That way the new harness is not bouncing around. Also, before I mated the speaker to the plastic adapter, I ran a small bead of silicone around the speaker then mated it to the adapter and screwed them together. I wanted to make extra sure they were solid together and there would not be any rattling.
Thanks for sharing Louisiana!
Great videos with great pointers. One thing I did was to use a 5 gallon bucket to place the door panels on so I didn’t have to mess with the cable assembly for the door handle. Thanks so much!
Good tip thanks for sharing!
I've got a 2018 Tacoma SR5 double cab. Your videos for the entire speaker upgrade really helped in me getting the sound quality to an entirely new level. All of the genres of music I like listening to come across as a whole new experience. I appreciate your time and effort, it helped me out tremendously.
Appreciate the positive feedback Chris! Totally agree! Songs I’ve listened to a hundred times sound way different and better! Thanks for watching my friend!
Another excellent helpful video! Was able to swap these speakers out no problem. One thing to note is that if the while tab gets stuck in the door when you pull the panel out, remove the while clips of the door, install it on the the panel before re attaching it back to the door.
Good tip here thanks for sharing Balagopal! 👍 Glad you found this video helpful!
Wow! They really cheaped out on those factory door speakers. No wonder you wanted to upgrade.
Flint Layfield oh yeah! They were bad! The new ones crank out much clearer sound! I’m not one to blast my music and shake my truck to death but I do like my music to be clear. And the old speakers were no better than alarm clock radio speakers. Seriously they were bad.
This is my new favorite channel :)
I just put in Kicker Speakers in my 2016 F150.
What an improvement!
I also got the easy connect harness. No cutting or splicing 👌
They are an awesome upgrade! Those wiring harnesses make are a real time save too!
Man, this video is super clear and thorough. Awesome installation video.
Appreciate the positive feedback yoo! 👍
Just did this on 22 Tacoma with base, nonjbl, speakers.
Back door speakers had totally different plugs on them compared to front speakers.
Front door speakers made biggest difference. Changed front tweeters and it helps with vocal highs. Back doors are better but still ok with additional amp
Awesome thanks for sharing J lo!
Can you share the links for the 22 Tacoma connectors?
Harness worked?
Swapped out all the factory crappy speakers an had Polk dB+ Series speakers installed, all speakers tweeters included, an damn does the music sound so much better!~
I would NEVER run kicker speakers due to the fuses in them as Billfrog even agreed they are stupid, an kicker to me is not a company I can trust anymore after what they did!~
@@RiddledEnigma93 thanks for sharing riddled!
Thanks for the detailed step by step install. I am going to do this to my 2019 TRD Off Road but I have no patients and am scared I will force something and break it.
I will have it done by a pro.
But at least I know the process now and know which speakers to get me some great sounds in my Taco.
Thanks
gabe car no problem Gabe! Glad you found this video helpful!
Thank you! I just bought a 2022 trd off road access cab and the speakers are so bad, wow. I'll go with your set up, looks great!
Cant go wrong with these my friend! Totally changed the sound quality in there! Thanks for watching!
My kickers blew up just after the warranty, now i have the infinity reference speakers and they’re amazing
Thanks for sharing
@@GarageGear u bet. Might have been faulty or I needed an amp?
@@marcelguarachi could have been an amp
I watched your video to install the Subaru Kicker tweeters in my '21 TRD OR DC. I definitely notice an improvement in the audio. I think I will be ordering this kicker set to replace the door speakers next.
Thanks for watching my tweeter video! You’ll notice an even bigger difference once this go in. Trust me you’ll be happy you swapped them! Rock on Yates! 👍
Having these put in in my jeep front and back, with a small kicker amp powering them. Can't wait.
Sounds gonna be great! Enjoy the beats! Thanks for watching!
Excellent video. Only note I would make is where you duct tape the excess wire: I would use wiring loom and ziptie it. This prevents friction in the long term. Friction can expose the wire and potentially cause electrical problems.
Thanks for the heads up mehmed! Appreciate it! 👍
Loved the video and it Def helped me out just now! The only problem I ran into was some of the white door panel button stayed in the door and not on the panel so when I put it together it didn't fit firm on some. So if any of yall doing this make sure you take all the white button type fasteners out of the door and put them on the back of the panel 1st lol
Good tip thanks for sharing D!
Just wanna say thank you. Ended up ordering the front door speakers, harness, and speaker adapters. I honestly cant wait to do the install myself on Friday. These stock speakers are straight garbage.
You got it my friend! Enjoy the new sound when you get them in! Thanks for watching!
Best front door install video yet. Thanks.
Appreciate you jaredius! 👍
When re-installing the top triangle plastic piece, make sure to pull the white tabs back out carefully, put them on the triangle ocrner piece, and then install it. I tried popping it in like in the video and all 3 white backing fell inside of the door. Have to use an endoscope and claw to pull them out. :( 2022 tacoma btw, so brand new parts.
Same thing just happened to me today. Never found them. So disappointing
Thanks for sharing soda!
@@titonolasco9008 bummer! Thanks for sharing!
Same thing just happened to me! Fuuuuuuuug. I might have to glue it back on!!!! Don’t think I’ll find them again
you can use a metal wire, bend a little hook at the end and fish them out, it wasn't too bad. I think I removed the mirror to see inside better. But you should try and get them out aso they don't rattle.
I just switched out my tweeters, that alone does make a nice difference. Gonna wait for the weekend to do the doors, but with your informative, step by step instructions, should be a piece of cake. And btw, you speak French like it's your native language! 😀😀
Hahaha I try to avoid using too much “French” in videos but sometimes it just blurts out lol! Glad you’re noticing a difference already! Just wait until you get the speakers in! Thanks for watching Rixter!
Thank You for this. Exactly what I was looking for was an informative video on how to upgrade speakers in an access cab tacoma. Your videos are great 👍
Hey Mike! Glad you found this video helpful! Let me know how it sounds once you get them in! Thanks for checking out my channel! 👍
Thank you!!!! I followed your exact video for these and the tweeters and it was simple, comprehensive & the sound is incredible!
Awesome Jon! Back in the day wiring on some vehicles was very difficult. The plug and play feature makes these jobs so easy! Thanks for watching bud!👍
Is it louder too?
@@jollypearltank8935 mine is louder. If your goal is to get seriously louder then you’ll need an amp.
@@GarageGear cool thank you for the reply. as long as it's noticeably louder I'll be cool with it.
@@jollypearltank8935 no problem. I feel it’s about 15% louder. Not much but it’s noticeable. Again, I was going for more clarity. An amp would allow the speakers more power.
Superb video. I watched it several times and my speaker swap was done (all 4 doors) in less than an hour. Also, mine has the factory JBL system and the front 6x9 do have larger magnets but still less than half the size of the upgrades. The rears are the size of a quarter. Sounds awesome now and can really feel more bass. Cheers!
Awesome my friend! Glad you found this video helpful! Thanks for watching Arthur!
Glad to hear you upgraded your speakers while you actually have a jbl system and so do I on my 2022 sport with JBL
Have you experience any down sides after you upgraded the speakers I’m done with my garbage speakers abut I’m concerned if I would have any issues sound wise. Thanks hope I can get your feedback
Great tutorial, thanks for the video. I’ve got my speakers ordered and in the way.
👍 thanks Daniel! It’s a pretty straightforward process! Enjoy putting your new speakers in and improved sound! Thanks for watching!
I messed up on my adapter bracket. I had the face cover on like an idiot so I had to modify adapter a lot just to take cover off and have more wiggle room. It’s okay I used clips provided to mount the adapter to speaker and it’s nice and tight. I’ve pull tested it, seems sturdy. May consider buying a new set as they’re only $20 bucks
Thanks for sharing Daniel!
This video helped me tremendously!!! You’re the only one who shows the true installation of a speaker to the speaker mounting bracket. Real quick, did you not use the black speed clips?
I tried to be as straightforward as possible. What you saw me use was the way to go. I don’t recall any black clips of any kind. Black clips for wires?
Awesome video, made the install soooo easy! Sound improvement is immense!
Awesome Rodney! Glad this video helped you out! Thanks for checking out the channel! 👍
Thanks for a great how-to! Swapped out all 6 speakers with terrific results.
Awesome Ryan! Great Job! Go crank those beats lol! I’ll have more Tacoma vids coming soon! Just waiting on some nicer weather . Stay tuned!
Hey Ryan, did you go with the Kickers and do you feel the need to add an amp? I’m about to do the same to my Tacoma and I’m seeing some people have mixed feelings. How do you feel after 3 months?
@@1checkoutmyvids Old comment, but just checking on what you went with and your results if you don't mind.
@@apolloorosco6852 hey man, I installed them. Super easy just use the suggested tools so you don’t mess up your interior. I watched the video like 3 times before I did it and I managed to not mess much up. By the third door (I did front and back) you have it down pat. Sounds amazing, hoped this helped.
@@1checkoutmyvids thank you for taking the time to reply. Going to give it a shot . Have a good one
I wanted to thank you for this video this made my install very simple.👍
No problem Frank! Glad this video helped you out! Thanks for watching!👍
You did a great video and detail instructed 👌
Thanks for watching! 👍
I just did this to my Tacoma. I have a couple of additional notes. The screws provided with the speakers don't 'bite' into really anything. If you don't address this I think they will vibrate loose. In the bag that the screws came in there are 90 degree screw backs (thin metal). I took some tin snips and cut them so that I had a flat screw backing. I used needle nose pliers on the square that I made out of the 90 degree screw back. I then screwed them down into the squares (on the back of the speaker adapter), they are not going anywhere. I also noticed on the back of the old speakers there was some black felt. I'll bet this is for vibration as well. I trimmed some felt and put some on the back of the new speaker bracket. I got the felt from a hobby store ($5), it had adhesive on one side. I recommend doing the same. One additional note, assemble the speaker into the mount and the wire harness in the house/AC. When you are ready to install them it will take about 10 min per door (maybe a bit longer on the first one as you learn).
One other thing, the back speakers put out very little volume. Unless you get an amp, there is no point in replacing the rear ones. The tweeters in the dash should be changed though, big gains there as well. Just put in the plug and play Kicker branded Subaru's (google it).
It's worth pointing out that this does NOT work for those with the JBL system. They use different speaker connectors.
Good tips here Brian! Thanks for sharing!
Great install video! Best I’ve seen yet. Great job
Thanks a lot Ken! Big sound improvement with these bad boys! I appreciate the positive feedback!👍
No sound test is diabolical
@@trentbolognani2509 I did a sound test at the end of the last video in the series with the access cable doors. Everything sounds way better
I did this about a month ago, added sound deadening material as well. Did all 4 doors as well as the tweeters from suburu. Was easy to do but still sounds like crap. As mentioned an amp is needed and those install videos don't seem very difficult. Itll do for now
TacticalTaco get an amp! Give it a shot and let me know how it goes!
Help me out, I have a 2019 double cab with a powered 10” sub and subaru tweeters already. If I were to upgrade my door panel speakers to Kicker/Rocksford Fosgate, would I need to get a new head unit?
@@bozzyyy not sure! I would check with crutchfield.com
Great video im installing kickers on my 22 taco trd sport I'm hoping they're gonna make a big difference and im thinking about adding a amp if im not impressed
Thank you ROCK ON my friend! 👍
I did in my tacoma 2020 the sound is really great, I want to put a sub woofer, is my next step, thank you sir !!! let me know about the subwoofer ?????
Hey hernan! No problem! I don’t have a sub woofer in my truck at the moment. When I get around to it I’ll keep you posted! Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the speaker/tweeter recommendation and the video. Just upgraded my speakets sounds 100% better.
It’s a night and day difference! Thanks for checking out my channel!
Do we need to get a aftermarket amplifier? Or just the speakers?
@@mjavis859 I just got the speakers
pro tip: cover the speaker cone and rubber surround near the screw with your free hand while drilling. just trust me guys
Thanks for sharing
@@GarageGear thanks for the awesome video. very helpful! i mentioned that tip because i have punched holes in speakers in the past lol
@@mattg1847 appreciate you and the tip my friend!
Does upgrading the speakers and not the head unit make a huge difference? In the past I've always upgraded the head unit but now I want to keep the infotainment system...
The speakers alone made a big difference!
To be fair, neodymium magnets (OEM) are 2-7x stronger than ferrite (Kicker) ones. Great video!
Thanks for sharing!
I had the same speaker swap out except I put Subaru tweeters. Sound so much better now but I would like to add an amp to the system now. Can you or anyone recommend an amp that is recommend for this setup ? Thanks
I did not install an amp. Thanks for watching
Does the stock head unit have enough juice to power them?
Plenty but if you’re looking for even more volume look at an amp.
Why didn’t you put the speaker covers on?
If I recall correctly I’m not sure if they would fit correctly or not. Work just fine without them. Thanks for watching
When clicking the link for speaker harness Amazon says it does not fit 3rd gen is this a for sure fit
Links can change from time to time. Mine fit. You can always reference the fit on crutchfield.com thanks for watching
Do I want to do this as I have the JBL system with a sub woofer?
I’d say your good if the sound quality is there
Can you reuse the wiring harness from the factory speaker? My new speakers didn’t come with the plug in play wires
I suppose so. Not sure if this could affect the sound quality or not. Thanks for watching!
Thank you so much for the helpful video! Quick question, do you know if the install is the same if you have the JBL system? I’m just looking to replace the door speakers and tweeters. Thanks in advance!
Hey Zachary, not sure if it’s the same or not. You can check out crutchfield.com for more information with your model! Thanks for watching
Just wanted to provide an update for anyone that has a newer Tacoma. I have a 2021 non JBL Tacoma and the same wire adapter recommended in this link works for mine. If you have any questions feel free to ask. But figured this should answer the question some of you have. Side note the rears use part number 72-8109 and not 72-8104 like the fronts.
Thanks for sharing this fly! 👍
@@GarageGear Side note the rears use part number 72-8109 and not 72-8104 like the fronts.
@@everythingflytv507 thanks for sharing. This might have changed over the last three years.
@@GarageGear yeah just wanna add the info to help your video. Either way I appreciate is very much I replaced all 6 speakers in my Tacoma and ITS SO NICE NOW even without an amp.
@@everythingflytv507 oh yeah clarity goes WAY UP!
Thanks for the great video man!
You got it yota life! Thanks for watching!
Very good step by step video
Chump Cheddar appreciate it! Thank you for watching!
Would it be possible to replace the sub woofer speaker only with out replacing the box and the amp? Great video already replaced 4 speakers and the tweeters
I would say so but to confirm this you may want to give a call to crutchfield.com and ask them there. Thanks for watching!
Thanks to your videos I was able to install all six speakers in my 2017 Tacoma sr with no problems. Mine had no speakers in the rear doors at all but was able to find the wires behind the panels and get them installed and working.
Hey Ken! Glad you found these videos helpful! Big difference huh? Thanks for watching!
Great video! So, are these component speakers and did the truck have a factory amp? Thanks!!
Thanks you Moe! Not sure if they were component speakers. It’s been a while since I installed them. You can check with crutchfield.com to get more specific answers to your questions. The truck does not have an amp. Thanks again for watching!
Thats a great video! Thanks. Did the new speakers play only bass? Or all range of sound? I am asking because many people saying the front door speakers are actually woofers. And its only for bass. Other saying that most of the sound levels came from the tweeter only (dash speakers).
Hey Hemi! These speakers play a range of sound. My new tweeters play the high sounds better than the previous set! All around the sound was improved! Thanks for watching!
Great video! So, are these component speakers and did the truck have a factory amp? Thanks!! Looking to install in my Camry SE 2011 (factory JBL setup)
Hey Moe! I saw your other comment as well. Not sure if they are component speakers exactly. You can check with crutchfield.com to be sure. There is no amp on the truck. Thanks for watching!
Really good Job
Thanks a lot Joskar! I appreciate the positive feedback! Thanks for watching! 👍
Do the brackets not come with the speakers?
No you’ll have to buy them separately. Mine are linked in the description!
Thanks buddy 👍🏼
You got it Cody! Enjoy the new sound! 👍
Does all the speakers upgrade work with a stock radio head?
Mine did! Should be good to go! 👍
Very detailed great video!
Thanks a lot Kenzo! Glad you liked the video! 👍 thanks for checking out my channel!
I lost all 3 clips on both sides of the truck trying to put that triangular piece in. Any tips?
I believe you can order more of those clips online (eBay perhaps) or a Toyota dealership parts department possibly.
Actually that magnets size isn't that big or a deal, it appears to maybe be a neodymium magnet, which means it can do the same thing a regular magnet can do at half or 3x smaller size.
Thanks for sharing
@@GarageGear so can you give us a follow up, did you actually hear a big difference? Or are you thinking on putting an amp?
@@jr303official hey JR, I did a follow up clip at the end of the access cab speaker install video. All the speakers were in and there was a BIG improvement! At this time I will not be putting in an amp! Sounds fine to me.
Do you know if their is a plug and play subwoofer upgrade? I have the jbl package and subwoofer is nice but I want it louder
Not sure but you can see if there is one available on crutchfield.com. Thanks for watching!
So I placed the order for all 3 components but the plug and play were not available can you send me the link for the plug and play wires can’t find your link
Hey Don! I believe this is the link you’re looking for. If not let me know! Thanks for watching!
I’m trying to figure out which kind of speakers to get for my Tacoma. But don’t know much about speakers.
Why did you choose these over others?
I simply shows these for their good sound and plug and play easy install. The pump out some great sound. Thanks for watching!
How do you speakers sound with a stock head unit?
Clarity is great! If you want to kick the volume up you’ll need to do an amp.
I got Infinity speakers for my 2019 TRD Off Road, I think one of the rear door speakers weighs more than all four of the factory ones. Getting a 2021 this week, ordering the same speakers and want to install them myself this time.
Did you have any trouble with rattles after the install? The speakers in my 2019 were "professionally" installed and the drivers door panel has rattled since.
Awesome my friend! Congrats on your purchase! Should be a straightforward install with only some minor differences.
@@wickedmuffin76 no rattles whatsoever Mark! If you snug them down you shouldn’t have any issues! 👍 your previous ones must not have been bolted down all the way.
@@GarageGear If I were keeping it I would probably take it apart to investigate, but now I'll let the dealer figure it out. They know about it, I didn't hide it.
@@wickedmuffin76 it’s in their hands now! 👍
I want to upgrade for sure, but I don't think I want to invest in the full set. Maybe 2 of the 3. What order would you put them in as far as biggest improvement to overall sound? My guess is front doors, then tweeters, then rear doors.
That’s the order I would do. Having all three really cleans the sound up the best. I noticed a HUGE difference just with the tweeters alone. Thanks for checking out my channel grumpchong! 👍
So all you did was swap speakers on stock system ? No amp ? and the sound is noticeable better ?
Yep! Extremely clear compared to the stock speakers. You don’t need an amp. You could put one in. That would maximize your volume. But the clarity is already there. Thanks for watching!
Thank you
Thanks for watching
Is it worth the hassle installing foam behind the speakers?
Hey Amy! Good question! I didn’t do it and my truck sounds great. I would imagine this would improve sound a little bit but I got great sound without it. Thanks for watching!
Will this work for a 2008 Toyota Tacoma sport it's got the JBL factory system now but will these speakers work on that year vehicle because I know you're Toyota is a lot newer
More than likely it will have a different set up. Thanks for watching!
Is the wiring harness the same for jbl equipped vehicles?
Good question! Not totally sure. You may want to check with crutchfield.com. They should have an answer for you. Thanks for watching Duck Fan!
So I got kickers KS in the front and CS in the back, however ALL bass was gone and it sounded much clearer and crisp, but bass is ABSENT did I do something wrong?
Hey Nick did you check the settings on your head unit?
So at what point do you need a bigger amp for upgraded speakers?
Hey Nico! If your goal is volume then I would probably go with an amp. These speakers provide the clarity and a little volume boost. Thanks for watching!
Great video--But I bought the the kit and the connector is not compatible with my '19 Tacoma Pro with the OEM JBL. :(
Thanks for the feedback back! I heard that JBL systems are a bit different after making this video. Thanks for watching!
So no crossover thingy needed?
No sure what you are talking about AW. Are you referring to the plugs?
Would you need an amp to run them speakers ? Or are they just fine with the swap ?
I didn’t bother with an amp but if you want even more volume you’ll need one! Thanks for watching
Life saver
Glad you found this video helpful Salinas! Thanks for watching!
Will the Kicker speaker kit (tweeters, 6 x 9, rear door speakers) work with 2016 Tacoma JBL system? I've read the tweeters are not plug and play with the JBL system.
Not sure. You’ll have to check on crutchfield.com to see if they fit! Thanks for watching!
Do the speakers come with the wire, harness and adapter for the speaker? or do I need to order them separately?
Hey David the parts need to be ordered separately. Links are below to help you out! 👍
Is this set fit also for 3RD GENERATION double cab ?
I believe so but you can confirm this on crutchfield.com! Thanks for watching!
Will these brackets and connections work in 2018 tacoma sr5?
Hey D I would say so but you may want to check crutchfield.com for more info on your specific model! Thanks for watching!
For sure new sub!
Thanks for subscribing reaper! You ROCK! 👍
Big magnet did u add bigger power ??or are they underpowered
I didn’t add an amp. The speakers alone cleared up the sound for me. Thanks for watching!
@@GarageGear thanks I got some yesterday. Sounds a crap load better than the factory speakers
@@madscientist6869 no problem my friend!
Do I need amplifier for kicker cs series speaker with stock audio system on 2021 tamcoma?
Hey Shawn! Depends on how loud you want to go. I don’t have an amp. If you want to really crank it you’ll probably need an amp to do it!
Does this system require an amp will the stock radio supply enough power. Thinking these speakers might require more power??????????
You could do an amp but it’s not required. Sounds great without one. I would like to figure out how to install an amp. Could be a future video! Thanks for watching!
Well these work in a dodge ram 1500
Not exactly sure. You’ll have to check your connections. Also check with crutchfield.com to see what fits your model. Thanks for watching!
About to put mine in but it didn’t come with the hardware a little disappointed in that
Joe Chounramany really? I would call the company and ask what’s the deal?
Do you know if these speakers would fit in the front doors of a Toyota Tundra?? I know that Tundras and Tacomas use 6x9s for the front doors.
Grant DeLaney not exactly sure. You can go on Crutchfield.com, plug in your tundra model and find out.
is this better sounding than the stock JBL system ???
I didn’t have a JBL sound system to begin with so I’m not sure. Thanks for watching.
I’m getting the same speakers from kickers to replace my stock speakers on my 2011 tacoma. Did you also replace the tweeters with kicker speakers?
Hey David, I did replace the tweeters with Subaru tweeters. I should have that video linked in the description. All speakers were replaced on this truck. Thanks for checking out my channel!
great install video. question about the wiring harness 72-8104. im being told that 72-8019 is the correct harness but your link takes us too 72-8014. what year is your tacoma? i have a 2020 and trying to buy the correct harness
I have a 2019 Tacoma. It should work for you. I can’t imagine them changing it. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching!
do the double cabs use the same speakers in the back?
Not exactly sure. You can check on crutchfield.com thanks for watching!
Hey everyone, for everyone that’s installed the front 6x9 and the subi tweeters, how much of a difference are you guys seeing without an amp, still holding up good?
Still holding up great two years later on mine! Thanks for watching!
Missing one very important step. The triangular panel at the top that has the 3 white clips is install improperly, might work but my clips just pushed into the door not to be found. Went to Toyota purchased new ones for $7.50 each and they pushed in too went back to Toyota bought more and had them show me to install the panel. The white clips should be on the panel prior to putting it back on. Expensive lesson for me. Other than than that the video was very helpful.
Thanks for sharing