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Speaker Installation From "Shipshape Boating" episode DSSB-212

Host John Greviskis reveals just how simple installing a marine stereo can be.

Installing speakers for your marine stereo can be tricky. Host John Greviskis explains the best way to make installation easy.

Materials:

Drill
3/16" and 1/8" drill bit
Jigsaw
Masking tape

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	Figure A
	Figure B

1. Mask off the area with tape (figure A) around where the speakers will be installed.

2. Drill out holes as indicated using a drill with a 3/16" drill bit.

3. Using a jigsaw, cut out the speaker opening.

4. Place the speaker inside the cut out to do a dry fit.

5. Using a pencil, mark out holes for the mounting hardware.

6. With a drill and a 1/8" drill bit, cut out four holes.

7. Counter sink each hole to prevent distress on the fiberglass.

8. Run the speaker wire (figure B) before installing speakers.