1987 Dodge Ram 50 Speaker Sizes
The 1987 Dodge Ram 50 factory audio system features specific locations for sound reproduction. Front door panels accommodate 6x9 inch units, while the rear accepts a 5.25 inch speaker size. Compatible speaker types for replacement and upgrade include midbass and full-range configurations.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Door Panel | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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| Rear | 5.25 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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1987 Dodge Ram 50 Speaker Replacement Summary
2
total positions
1
easy to replace
1
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 1 Medium: 1 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 1 Low: 01987 Dodge Ram 50 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 1987 Dodge Ram 50 features factory rear speaker openings designed for 5.25-inch replacements, which accommodate either midbass drivers or full-range units depending on the audio system configuration desired.
- Front door panel locations accept 6x9-inch full-range speakers, which represents a relatively common factory size for this era of light trucks and provides a larger cone area compared to the rear positions.
- Replacing the rear speakers with full-range units may offer a straightforward upgrade path, while midbass-specific drivers could serve dedicated lower-frequency reproduction when paired with separate tweeters or coaxials elsewhere.
- The front 6x9-inch positions typically handle broader frequency responsibilities in factory configurations, making them priority candidates for replacement when addressing overall cabin sound quality.
- Single DIN radio compatibility suggests standard aftermarket head unit installation remains feasible without requiring extensive dash modification or adapter kits beyond basic mounting brackets.
- The disparity between front and rear speaker sizes indicates a factory audio design that likely emphasized forward sound staging, with rear fill playing a secondary role in the overall listening environment.
- Full-range speaker options for both positions may simplify installation by eliminating the need for external crossovers or component separates, though component systems could still be adapted to the 5.25-inch rear locations.