RAM 1500 DT SPEAKER UPGRADE - DETAILED GUIDE + EASY

[@swizlstik]

MUCH better speakers out there than the Infinity’s the Ram forum keep’s pushing

[@juggernaut5281]

So much easier than how old vehicles were when having to take the entire dash apart 😂 thanks for the great video! I can't wait to get these speakers installed!!

[@WeekndGarage]

No problem, good luck!

[@juggernaut5281]

Uh man..... I put in 3 way 300w jbl 6x9s and believe it or not, they are absolutely terrible. The factory 6x9s had better bass. I also was getting a little feedback for some reason..... super wierd. Maybe I need two ways?

[@WeekndGarage]

@@juggernaut5281My experience with the infinity reference was good, im still running the same setup more then a year later and no issues at all. Maybe the factory ANC and Amp didnt like the Ohms from the JBL's

[@juggernaut5281]

@WeekndGarage I'm honestly thinking of calling the dealer for new factory 6x9s because my passenger side door subs blown. Thanks for the help and God bless.

[@WeekndGarage]

@@juggernaut5281 if you're under warranty id get the dealer to replace the blown speakers. No problem mate, cheers!

[@thenuthing8258]

Rear Door speakers: Ref-9633ix. Front Door speakers: Ref-9630cx; Door Harnesses: Metra 72-6514; Dash Speakers: Ref-3032CFX. Dash Harness: 72-7902.

[@kyleschwerin7313]

Center dash speaker too?

[@thenuthing8258]

@kyleschwerin7313 sorry, my truck doesn't have a center speaker, so I don't know

[@RobieTipton-mb4if]

Alpine system?

[@thenuthing8258]

@@RobieTipton-mb4if No, standard 6 speaker

[@LeonardoSgarbossa]

Any warranty problems

[@35057]

I love the way the stock alpine sounds but I blew the door speakers cranking metal. Sounded great all the way up to max volume. Decently loud.

[@randolphlee3025]

Very good, I just bought Kicker drop in tweeters, front and rear speakers for my 2010 Ram. I can now justify my Sirius XM annual subscription. Just the tweeter drop in made a huge upgrade! enjoy

[@WeekndGarage]

Very nice!

[@johnnewcomb5162]

I'm fixing to do my SLT. Going with the new higher end pioneer this time and 4 mb quart tweeter's. Then 2 10 inch kicker 10s under the backseat. Clarion EQ and a different 6 channel alpine stereo. I just need to buy the box i have the 2 amps. Should sound good for the airspace. I had the infinity in my GMC Sierra sounded great just going with something different after hearing great things about the higher end pioneer. I will update on sound. Great video and clean install, sounds good and amps will really wake it up.

[@spymat72]

Very well done! I do have a couple questions tho: 1) I saw that you applied sound proofing to the outer door skin but I couldnt tell if you applied any to the door behind the door panel (same side as the speaker face). 2) you replaced the 8 ohm dash speakers with 4 ohm units. Did this change the dynamics or sound proportioning? Did the dash speakers become too overpowering?

[@WeekndGarage]

i have installed sound deadening and insulation directly on the metal behind the black door skin, sound deadening on the black plastic itself where the modules and speakers mount and i've also installed sound deadening and insulation on the door card itself. Doors feel like a tank and close like a G wagon now, no more tin feeling when knocking on the doors or closing doors.

[@spymat72]

​@WeekndGarage good to know, thanks. And what about the odd configuration that the factory dash speakers are 8 ohms? Any issues with dropping aftermarket 4ohm speakers in?

[@WeekndGarage]

@@spymat72 No issues at all a year later with the speakers installed in my video, still sounding great. i have the 6 speaker system, might be different outcome on the alpine 9 speaker

[@Ruben-zz3ph]

I had the alpine system 2019 ram 1500 it was loud but not like I wanted so I upgraded to kickers speakers all around 4 6x9s 2 6 inch 2 tweeters with a kicker 4 channel amp all i did was cut the 4 top wires on the ANC connector so I can cancel the engine noise since mine came with a factory amp

[@edleifer6719]

Just an FYI my fourth generation Ram 1500 has a metal bar directly behind the front door speakers that is a mere three inches from the front so your depth needs to be very carefully selected on any new speakers.

[@thedarkrider321]

Where the product links at tho? 🧐

[@rickylee2477]

I know right

[@ahopkins1978]

Quit yer whining. You can clearly see the model number and the brand of each speaker 🙄.

[@mikec6404]

Y’all asking, door speakers ref-9623ix 6x9 dash ref-3032cfx 3 1/2.

[@kebmo576]

Great video. Helped me a lot putting speakers in my Ram which is similar to yours. Question: How do you have your stock equalizer set? Bass, midrange, treble? Thanks

[@WeekndGarage]

i've got +4 bass + 1 mid + 3treb, depends on what you listen to and what your preferences are. Sometimes i like flat and sometimes a dynamic curve. Subwoofer installation coming soon :)

[@LuisGonzalez-uo3pw]

Nice upgrade, want to do the same on my 22 Ram, can you share the links for the wire adapters?

[@joshuaancelet1290]

Nice and clean install! I just replaced my door speakers, but it’s just low bass coming through for some reason, no highs and they are 3-way…

[@jesusChuy-n8v]

I did the same thing on my alpine system on my 300 and it was the same. Mopar(Alpine) makes the front door speakers output just low frequencys. The only way to get around this is to add an amplifier, amp pro and dsp to tune to your liking. But it’s a little more to that.

[@robinmurray9801]

It does sound clearer..but that would be expected when using 2 woofers, 4 tweeters and 4 mids instead of 2 woofers and two tweeters (front end)..but loss of low end.. Curious, why not just replace the speaker screws?

[@tommyboulet]

Was it the Alpine sound system you had in your Ram before you upgraded the speakers?

[@juanquinonesjr.2483]

Question… So I see in the video you went back with a full range speaker for the front dash. Why did you not go back with a dedicated tweeter? In theory wouldn’t a dedicated tweeter hit the highs better than a full range speaker?

[@redrider533]

havent read all the comments but on a 9 speaker Alpine system the front doors are only recieving low frequency signal (bass) so installing a 3 way speaker is a completed waste. Im assuming the factory amp is responsible for this.

[@WeekndGarage]

On the 6 speaker system im getting 3 way audio, i will be doing an external amp as well so these will be properly moving once that's completed.

[@mcjonner]

What impedance are these? If you keep stock amp they should be 2 ohm right? If you swap deck or add an amp they should be 4 ohm? Hard to find 2 ohm speakers to keep factory amp/deck and get the most out of them it seems

[@maxtonsivalelli2178]

I have a 2022’ ram base 6 speaker sound system. I installed some SkarTX69 coaxial in the 4 doors, and TX35s in the dash. They sound better than stock, but not quite the jump I was expecting. Is this because they are coaxial? Because the dash speakers are 4ohm instead of factory 8 ohm? I’m just curious why it wasn’t really a night and day like I was expecting myself. And I’ve had pretty good luck with Skar, I’ve used them in 3+ cars always sounding great.

[@rsalgado29]

Did you pressed the button in when you installed them?

[@PNWlawnguy1973]

My rebel came with the Alpine system upgrade. What are your thoughts on these stock speakers? If I add and Amp to give me a little more kick, do I need to upgrade the speakers? Not looking to get competition level sound, just give me the ability to blast some Metallica at times.

[@WeekndGarage]

Mine was the 6 speaker system, not sure how the 9 speaker alpine would react to speaker swap only. i believe an external amp and speaker upgrade would definitely sound the best

[@PNWlawnguy1973]

@@WeekndGarage I've since upgraded the speaker. Sound is much cleaner, and louder but the bass is not as prevalent. I'm going install an AMP just for the sub.

[@WeekndGarage]

@@PNWlawnguy1973 Awesome, which amp and sub box are you going with?

[@PNWlawnguy1973]

@@WeekndGarage I'll use the stock sub box it came with but will add Rockford Fosgate R2-250X1 Prime 250-Watt Mono Amplifier.

[@CJ-so5mc]

@@PNWlawnguy1973how did it work out?

[@MichaelGreig-iq3yq]

Question, did you follow the original Ohm ratings on each speaker? I understand that the dash have 2 ohms and the doors have 6 ohm......

[@bleezham]

Did you find the system to bright with the 3 way in door AND the Dash tweaters?

[@WeekndGarage]

I found it to be clearer, with flat EQ they are bright. With +4 bass they feel normal

[@alsaint7944]

So you didn't upgrade the amp because these sounded so good it wasn't worth it or was it because you don't have time🤔😄

[@rsalgado29]

Do you have an amp to make the sound better

[@anngo538]

hey i got a question hopefully you read this lol ... i install them speaker and for some reason it making some weird noise especially when i accelarate .. do i need a anc bypass ?

[@WeekndGarage]

Yep that sounds like an ANC bypass would fix

[@anngo538]

@@WeekndGarage thank you so much

[@WeekndGarage]

@@anngo538 Anytime!

[@crx350x1]

Awesome video man. One question are all those tweeters overkill?? I'm 100% changing the speakers in my 202 ram with base 6 speaker stereo. I just don't want killer tweeters!

[@WillLawlor]

I have the same question.. Did you upgrade your system?

[@masorcas1000]

I just installed these on my 2023 ram trx. Sounds alittle better but not what i expected. Are you getting tweeter sound from your door speakers or just bass? Mine are really dull. All the highs are coming from the dash

[@chalfant3030]

Same! It’s driving me nuts not being able to figure this question out. My rear 6x9s are screaming, only thud from the fronts. And I have that annoying hum. Ordered the bypass for my ANC today…

[@scotto7895]

The door speakers are capped for bass only. I have a 2016 ram alpine package

[@NellyEIEI]

You have to make sure to get 3 ohm speakers. Those infinity speakers are 4 ohms I believe. Or...get a 4 channel amp and you'll be more than happy

[@juggernaut5281]

@NellyEIEI wrong. I bought JBL 3way 3ohm 6x9s and I get the hum and they are absolutely terrible compared to my factory 6x9s.

[@Mr_makeitsoundbetter]

Where are the links?????

[@LarryI7498]

Are you upgrading the Harmon Kardon system?

[@andygonzalez7012]

those infiniti are 3way 9633ix speakers

[@user-bd3lm7jy3i]

How does Infinity compare to kicker's clarity or JL bass? I just picked up a 21 Big horn night edition

[@WeekndGarage]

We prefer infinity, had good experience with their products

[@cm12068]

I didn't catch in the vid why the front and rear door speakers are different models.

[@bigwyn75]

I didn't catch it either. I reached out to Crutchfield and they told me their 2-way and 3-way 6x9's are interchangeable part#9633ix and #9632ix. I'm pretty sure those dash speakers 3032cfx have a 4 ohm load and I think they should be lower than that so it doesn't muck with the ANC. Just my 2 cents 🤷‍♂

[@GoToSleep-i4z]

Do these wiring harness work on the 2022 rams also?

[@WeekndGarage]

Yep if it’s a dt body

[@chestercopperpot5509]

Surprised to see in this video that the Ram 1500 comes with plastic cones and not fabric like 99% of OEM sound systems. The factory setup lacks definition in the upper frequencies but has plenty of bass response without an amplifier. 2-ways are sufficient, components would be better but then again you'd need an amp. Nice simple installation.

[@WeekndGarage]

i was surprised how poorly made the factory speakers were, reminds me of the radio speakers from the 2000's with the DVD players

[@norlansimon1746]

Hi, do you have the link for the wire adapters?

[@jolab5933]

Did you add 4Ohm inline resistors to the dash speakers or are you just running the 4ohm speaker with the 8ohm load?

[@WeekndGarage]

No resistors added, just the speaker replacement

[@txwelder8107]

Maybe i missed it. Do you have an oem amp already installed?

[@Beamin-vt7jm]

Couldn’t you just buy new screws instead of grinding them down?

[@supermoistdeluxe]

16 button heads. Easy

[@DominicReynolds-zd9bv]

Would these fit my dads 2022 Ram 1500 Sport?

[@pvflyer67]

👍 great video, tnx.

[@WeekndGarage]

Thank you

[@user-xi8zj5wc9y]

Thank you sir, worked well!

[@phillipsmith3353]

I upgraded my 17 ram speakers (alpine system) i put in all jbl. Only issue i have is that the front doors are very quiet and seem to only play lows and maybe mids. Anyone have any idea what i can do?

[@harleychannel2158]

Nice job man appreciate the video and the detailed explanation.

[@bulletscat3927]

My dash speakers cut in and out has anyone else had this issue if so how did you fix it

[@jblaze114]

anu sub info? just took out seats and rear liner and theres no sub there...

[@brandonbrinson362]

What's the name of your tweeters you install??

[@JRUSMCSGT]

How do the new speakers run against the premium Harmon Kardon system?

[@WeekndGarage]

Premium HK better then the 6 speaker package for sure

[@AS-vk4kf]

Do ohms matter in this situation ( did you just replace speakers?)

[@Meechthepreach]

Did you find out?

[@AS-vk4kf]

@@Meechthepreach i installed 4ohm 6x9s in all doors. (2way) and tweeters in the dash. Sounds loud without anything else

[@jamestrenthem9727]

What year Dodge truck

[@WeekndGarage]

2020 mate

[@Doug_Hefernen]

Are the factory front dash speakers 2.5 ohms?

[@WeekndGarage]

4ohms I believe

[@ATGMotoring]

If you look in the video, it seems like they’re 8 ohms speakers for the dash You really don’t wanna go under 4 ohms . This is where the sweet spot is. For the non-amplified six speaker system.

[@edin.metjahic]

After the new infidelity speakers were installed, did you have an issue with noise cancellation unit? I did the same speaker replacement and now the ANC is causing a drone noise which is coming from the speakers.

[@chrsmc84]

Just get a bypass. Problem solved

[@yeaimbackatit2]

Same here I’m getting engine noises did u ever get it resolved?

[@preocupied1690]

i did this exact swap and you need the noise cancellation cable that goes under the drivers seat. i got it from amazon

[@WeekndGarage]

@@preocupied1690 Weird, i didnt do the ANC bypass, no drone or Buzzing noises and ive had the speakers in for a year. which year is your Ram?

[@preocupied1690]

2019 big horn at that time@@WeekndGarage

[@wildmustang]

Ok but what was that song though

[@ahopkins1978]

Those 3ways hittin. Thanks for the video 🔥

[@Luidza]

Do you have issues when driving the volume start getting lower on your radio?

[@WeekndGarage]

Nope, even the ANC works well

[@crx350x1]

hello. Mine does. Dealer is gonna change the radio module soon hopefully it fixes it. It's the worst with Carplay. won't even let you turn it up without the volume dropping!!

[@kingofslotsmillion3263]

Did u need an amplifier?

[@fishrrelaxing9361]

Actually the difference you’re noticing is all in the crisper highs.. that’s the difference between the 2 way and 3way mostly tbh.. Also the front doors are nearly mid base only.. so you’re upgrading from a 1 way to a 3 way so yeah you’re gonna get a lot more higher recognition there. All in all I think the factory 6 speaker is actually pretty good.. my biggest issue is you get zero volume increase after about half volume.. and that isn’t the speakers that’s the radio and trucks programming. In all honestly most would be amazed by the factory setup is they simply got the full value out of them wo the safety nanny holding back power on the upper end. Would actually rival most higher end factory systems then. The only reason to swap out the factory speakers is if you’re adding enough low end punch then you will need that added higher to balance it all out.. In all reality of just doing the doors only most are gonna be highly dissatisfied cause you’re going to gain a lot on the top end but also lose a lot on the low end. Do enough searing reviews on speakers and you’ll find this is a lot of the reason for lower reviews on speakers for these vehicles.. Imop for a direct factory replacement only wo doing a full system the Jbl gto’s are the best out there.. they will perform good at factory power levels and they retain the low end punch still. The cheaper Rockford do pretty good too.. maybe a little more on the low but they don’t come close to the clarity on the higher range of the gto’s which are as clean as these references The cool thing about the infinities is the switch on the cone to change the db responsiveness.. the plus 3 is really like a 0db where as the 0 is more like a -3bd but this helps tremendously with non amplified setups to get the most volume from them

[@WeekndGarage]

Good write up, i havent personally tried the JBLS but i've gotten messages saying it sounds terrible on the factory 6 speaker system. The Infinity references are so loud i never turn it past vol 18, it gets louder as you go past 20 as well not like the factory speakers.

[@RekonRC]

I was gonna ask that question, but you just answered it with this write up! Sounds like you will get more clarity but loose bass with this set up!! unless you add a sub your better off keeping it stock!!! if not like weekendGArage said you wont be able to stand goin pass 18 lol too loud!!

[@PoultryPlus-o8l]

Can you give link

[@kelvin1653]

What year is this ram?

[@WeekndGarage]

2020

[@garyquick1719]

Do you think it will be the same as a 2018

[@bdbbdb9691]

​@@garyquick1719definitely different

[@christianouellette9995]

No link at all.

[@edernieto5233]

Unless those speakers are 1 ohm , the amp won’t work

[@WeekndGarage]

Factory AMP? or External, mine has been running off the factory amp for over a year still functioning great

[@donearl6675]

i did the same to my 19 rebel.those are great speakers👍👍,but you will need to get a better amp.the stock one does not do those speakers justice

[@WeekndGarage]

I know right their awesome! Did you drop an amp in?

[@snatkh100]

Did this upgrade a while ago. I'll post links for anyone still looking

[@snatkh100]

These speakers are the older version. There is a newer version but not sure of the differences

[@snatkh100]

I posted the links twice but it keeps getting removed.

[@edperez1206]

👍👍

[@carlsandrews266]

took out wet speakers.....do your self a favor used silicone or rubber baffles cheap insurance.

[@WeekndGarage]

Good idea

[@TheMegamanpr]

How much did the whole project cost you?

[@edperez1206]

7:48 lmao

[@WeekndGarage]

😂😂

[@lard1892]

3 min of BS??? No thanks...,

[@TheDudeInTheWild007]

Too much talking, I’m outta here

[@KAI_L_TEE]

I mean, you could have just skipped ahead instead of throwing a tantrum and posting a comment lol