1979 Ford Bronco Speaker Sizes
The 1979 Ford Bronco speaker size chart provides factory and aftermarket specifications for audio system replacement or upgrade. Information covers speaker locations in front door panels and rear door panels. The chart details factory specifications and compatible aftermarket options for each position within the audio system.
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| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6x8 | Full-Range |
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1979 Ford Bronco Speaker Replacement Summary
2
total positions
2
easy to replace
1
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 2 Medium: 0 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 1 Low: 01979 Ford Bronco 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 Ford Bronco front door panels accommodate 6.5-inch speakers, which may be replaced with either midbass drivers or full-range models depending on the desired audio configuration and whether a separate tweeter component is planned for the installation.
- Rear door panel positions accept 6x8-inch full-range speakers, a size that potentially offers greater cone surface area compared to the front locations, though the oval shape presents different mounting considerations than circular drivers.
- Upgrading from factory paper cone speakers to modern polypropylene or composite materials could enhance durability and reduce distortion, particularly in environments where temperature fluctuations and humidity affect speaker performance.
- The distinction between midbass and full-range options for the front locations suggests flexibility in system design, where midbass drivers might be paired with separate tweeters for improved high-frequency response, while full-range speakers handle the entire frequency spectrum independently.
- Single DIN radio compatibility maintains the standard 2-inch height specification, allowing for aftermarket head unit installations that can provide increased power output to drive upgraded speakers more effectively than original equipment.
- The 6x8-inch rear speaker size is somewhat less common in contemporary aftermarket offerings compared to 6.5-inch or 6x9-inch alternatives, though adapters or brackets might facilitate installation of more readily available sizes if direct replacements prove difficult to source.