1987 Dodge D/W Series (Pickups) Speaker Sizes
The 1987 Dodge D/W Series (Pickups) factory audio system includes specific mounting locations for various audio components. Specifically, the dashboard accommodates 4 inch speakers, and the rear accepts a 6.5 inch speaker size. Compatible speaker types for a system replacement and audio upgrade include midrange, midbass, and full-range units.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard | 4 | Midrange |
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| Rear | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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1987 Dodge D/W Series (Pickups) 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: 0Additional Notes
- The dashboard position in the 1987 Dodge D/W Series appears to accommodate a 4-inch driver, which is relatively modest in size and may suggest limited low-frequency output potential given its midrange-only compatibility.
- A midrange speaker at the dash position would typically handle mid-frequency vocal and instrumental detail, though its smaller size could mean it may not contribute meaningfully to overall bass response.
- The rear position at 6.5 inches would likely support a broader frequency range, as its compatibility with both midbass and full-range driver types suggests greater acoustic versatility compared to the dash location.
- The rear 6.5-inch position could be considered a higher priority for replacement, given that midbass and full-range drivers at that size tend to have a more noticeable impact on perceived sound quality across a wider portion of the frequency spectrum.
- A full-range driver in the rear position might cover highs, mids, and some lower frequencies within a single unit, which could reduce the need for additional speaker components in that location.
- The size difference between the two positions, 4 inches at the dash versus 6.5 inches at the rear, may indicate that the rear speakers are better suited to handling the bulk of the sound reproduction within this vehicle.