DavidinCT

Hey all,

Driving to work the other day, I turn up the tunes a little and I hear the popping of a blown speaker. I check it out and it's coming from the sub on the back deck. This really stinks ! WTF !!!!

How much is a replacement and what is the best route to go with this? I'm not afraid to pull it apart but, dispointed that such a nice system as the ML and the sub blows. This needs to be fixed asap.

Thanks in advance !

mikepae

iTrader: (1)

same thing happend to me. about 280 to replace.

2hot2Btrue

same with me!!!!
it easy to replace it your self but you need to remove the back seat and back panle to be able to do it.................

truongsean

Hi,
I too have ML sub but mine hasn't blown yet, knock on wood of course. If someone has one that is blown and can post the picture up. I am pretty sure that I can help the forum save BIG bucks. When you say blown, I am assuming that the foam surround has rip causing the nasty sound. If that is the case, then all you have to do is a bit of research on the net and you'll be able to fix it yourselves.

You just need to do a search for re-foam something like this
http://www.speakerplace.com/kits.asp
I don't not work or have done business with this place. Just an example and to give you an idea what to look for and how to go about it.

I have done this with my 3 of mine JL audio 10W6 subs 1998 model.. very old speakers.. most subs nowaday are made of rubber surround instead of the foam.

good luck and hope everyone save $$$.
Sean

DavidinCT

Anyone find a good price on replacement ? My wife lost her job and even though we are doing fine, I can feel the pinch. Spending $300 is not the best thing right now if I can find the right deal.

I don't want to lose the sound of the system by dumping a crappy or 3rd party sub in it. I just want to make sure the sound does not change, as I love the system.

How hard is the removal of the back seat and back panel ?

Nauticalx

I believe we can find an even more durable and cheaper replacement that performs substantialy similarly to the original if we can find out the specific specs of the sub. Particularly thew ohms impedience, the magnet weight, power ratings, frequency response etc. Theres tons of speakers out there that could fill the space and perform at least as well if not better than a $300 ML replacement would.

If someone knows these specs please port them. I know its a 8 inch sub.

DavidinCT

It would be nice. Any ideas ?

mikepae

iTrader: (1)

the foam surround stays intact. the problem is the voice coil blows

DonJuan45i

you can get coils repaired. Here, there is a place here that repairs amps, headunits, subs etc. They also are a authorized retailer for all sorts of electronics (although its just a small shop) there they charge you, I think around $75, if I can remember right. Plus, I think they warranty their work. Me and a friend took a xtant (one of those five sided subs) said it was the coil and I think thats how much they estimated it at, I think it wasnt even that much.

GRAND_LS 4

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Have a look in the for sale section as well as eBay.

DDLexus

I've pulled my ML sub out and it is sitting in my house waiting to be sold. PM if you're interested. I've got the 2001 LS430 Ultra Lux ed with the complete factory ML sound system.

Nauticalx

DDLexus would you be kind enough to post the specs and model number on the sub for the record?

Thanks

DDLexus

Here is a photo of the sub.

I've been told the dealer sell this replacement speaker, tuned for the LS430, for about $240 USD.

Cheers.

DavidinCT

I sent you a PM ! Thanks !