1979 Chrysler LeBaron Speaker Sizes
The 1979 Chrysler LeBaron factory audio system includes dashboard locations that accommodate 3.5 inch speakers, while rear locations accept 6x9 inch units. Full-range compatible speaker types facilitate a clear acoustic replacement and upgrade. Each location provides a dedicated 3.5 inch speaker size or larger aperture for proper component integration.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard | 3.5 | Full-Range |
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| Rear | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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1979 Chrysler LeBaron Speaker Replacement Summary
2
total positions
0
easy to replace
0
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 0 Medium: 2 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 0 Medium: 2 Low: 01979 Chrysler LeBaron Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN | 7"×2" | 180×50 | Standard size for basic car radios with small display or no display |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 1979 Chrysler LeBaron factory audio configuration positions 3.5-inch openings in the dashboard and 6x9-inch openings in the rear, both accommodating full-range speaker types without separate tweeters or woofers required.
- Full-range speakers represent the compatible type across both locations, suggesting the original system relied on single-unit drivers rather than component configurations with separate frequency-specific elements.
- Dashboard speakers in the 3.5-inch format typically handle mid and upper frequency ranges more effectively than bass response due to the smaller cone area available for low-frequency reproduction.
- The 6x9-inch rear position offers substantially more surface area than the dashboard location, potentially providing improved bass output and overall volume capacity when replacement speakers are installed.
- Replacing the rear speakers might deliver more noticeable sound improvement compared to dashboard upgrades, given the larger format and greater potential for low-frequency extension.
- The single DIN radio opening follows the standard 180mm width specification common to aftermarket head units, allowing straightforward replacement options without custom fabrication.
- Full-range speakers in both positions eliminate the need for external crossovers or amplifiers to separate frequency bands, simplifying the replacement process for factory-style upgrades.
- The 3.5-inch dashboard format presents more limited aftermarket options compared to the 6x9-inch size, which remains widely manufactured across various performance and price levels.