I'll AX this only once... though there is an Echo in here
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Distortion will usually be due to lack of available watts from the head unit rather than the speakers themselves.
The (one) original speaker you posted a picture of looks to be in quite good condition.
A sure fire way to test them, is to hold the speaker up to your ear and tap the cone gently (tap enough to make a sound, but not hard enough to displace the cone).
The result should be a clean sounding noise. If there's any kind of additional vibration noise then the speaker was likely to be knackered.
The (one) original speaker you posted a picture of looks to be in quite good condition.
A sure fire way to test them, is to hold the speaker up to your ear and tap the cone gently (tap enough to make a sound, but not hard enough to displace the cone).
The result should be a clean sounding noise. If there's any kind of additional vibration noise then the speaker was likely to be knackered.
TonyRPH said:
Distortion will usually be due to lack of available watts from the head unit rather than the speakers themselves.
The (one) original speaker you posted a picture of looks to be in quite good condition.
A sure fire way to test them, is to hold the speaker up to your ear and tap the cone gently (tap enough to make a sound, but not hard enough to displace the cone).
The result should be a clean sounding noise. If there's any kind of additional vibration noise then the speaker was likely to be knackered.
The (one) original speaker you posted a picture of looks to be in quite good condition.
A sure fire way to test them, is to hold the speaker up to your ear and tap the cone gently (tap enough to make a sound, but not hard enough to displace the cone).
The result should be a clean sounding noise. If there's any kind of additional vibration noise then the speaker was likely to be knackered.
Bobberoo said:
There simply won't be enough output from the headunit to drive them properly, several options ranging from a new headunit with more power up to a small amp.
Thanks very much for this information both, really useful stuff. PH shows itself to be full of useful information again! I should have done more research before just assuming the cheap (but OK as it turns out) speakers weren't up to the job. The issue lies with the period correct (but low output Clarion head unit. I'll see how we get on, but have eyed up a couple of second hand amps that are for sale on a popular auction site, you know, just in case....Spinakerr said:
Propellerheads...one of the best! Nothing like OHMSS and a night drive.
Both speakers were two way, but is there nyfhing else loose in tge back of the door card?
Such a shame there was only the one album (although the EP was good). OHMSS and Spybreak are both favourites.... Although, there's no bad track on there! Nothing loose in the back of the door card fortunately, just injection moulded polymer providing rudimentary sound damping!Both speakers were two way, but is there nyfhing else loose in tge back of the door card?
The last preparations on the car before the Le Mans trip - routine servicing of the air filter. I'd obtained the Pipercross servicing kit, so out it came:
A couple of loosened flat head screws on the clamps later:
Brush off the loose, apply the cleaning additive and work in with a brush, was the whole thing and leave to dry:
Once properly dry, add other additive to catch dirt, and reinstall (refitting for once is the reverse of removal).
Le Mans or bust.....
Cambs_Stuart said:
Have a fantastic time at Le Mans! Hope the AX behaves.
Thanks, we're on our way, with a friend who's Maserati is playing ball this year (unlike last year...)
This is the first serious long run with the new exhaust, the good news is that it's not a hideous racket at higher speeds.
the bad news is that it did try and gas us.... That's my fault for not wanting to over-tighten the bolts, leading to a slight blow of gas getting into the ventilation intake...
A 10mm adjustment at a planned stop improved matters greatly...
Hard acceleration still gives the odd whiff though, so a little more adjustment needed when we get to our overnight stop in Kent.
Current status?
Chasing something with double the cylinders and who knows how much more horsepower through the lanes of Kent.
A cracking run down yesterday, Rouen, Evreux, Mortagne au Perche etc. via some county D roads which were more fun than the Autoroute, albeit a little slower.
Got camped about 200 yards from the Marshall point on the approach to Porsche Curves in Beusejours next to some lovely local lads.
Super U in Arnage has provided all necessary goods (and then some), and the AX has been getting love from locals and tourists alike - c'est un Eeyex!
Many photos to post, but given the signal strength on the campsite, I'm afraid that will have to wait!
Got camped about 200 yards from the Marshall point on the approach to Porsche Curves in Beusejours next to some lovely local lads.
Super U in Arnage has provided all necessary goods (and then some), and the AX has been getting love from locals and tourists alike - c'est un Eeyex!
Many photos to post, but given the signal strength on the campsite, I'm afraid that will have to wait!
Followed this to Arnage on the shopping run.
Found something similar to park next to when we got there!
Great camping spot, trees and away from too many people.
With this about 100 yards away....
Lots of splendid cool stuff parked up in the campsite. More photos to follow, when signal strength, battery etc. permit!
More random campsite and car park stuff:
In our little shady enclave, there were Porsches of different eras, an RX7, an S2000, a 205 Gti and MI16 and various other old and interesting stuff... The campsite was almost enough. Almost....
The paddocks however were just amazing.
I have more, but as we're travelling through rural France on the N12, the signal is preventing me at the moment.
In our little shady enclave, there were Porsches of different eras, an RX7, an S2000, a 205 Gti and MI16 and various other old and interesting stuff... The campsite was almost enough. Almost....
The paddocks however were just amazing.
I have more, but as we're travelling through rural France on the N12, the signal is preventing me at the moment.
cavebloke said:
Brilliant photos. I remember seeing the Dewalt TVRs in the main race - funny to see them at Classic now. Safe travels home. Look forward to hearing about it all over a pint soon!
Mmmm....a pint of something cold not a cmpsite ambient Pelforth you say? You're on!The TVRs et. al. were running in a separate race to the main classic - Legends of Endurance Racing. Bentleys of that era too!
More paddock photos (from Paddock 5 I think):
This Capri was on a mission on track. Saw it so a spectacular overtaking manoeuvre at the Porsche Curves - up the inside of one, then the outside of the next.
The Howmet Turbine car powered by a C20 (?) helicopter turbine spinning at 57000rpm and putting out 400hp. Apparently there's a diverter valve to manage how much of the thrust goes to the wheels. Sounds eerily quiet on track.
I don't know what this is I'm afraid, but there were 3 of them in slightly different bodywork parked in the paddock, then out on track doing a lap between the grids:
This was the official viewing point at the Porsche Curves about 10 minutes from the campsite. You got a great view of the rear of the cars going into Virage du Pont as well, but I was using a 35mm camera for most of the shots of stuff on track I was taking.
Paddock 1 yesterday afternoon - my favourite personally. Watching a vintage car being hustled round track is soothing special:
It was a much briefer sojourn than I would have liked, but we had to get packed up and head for the booked Le Shuttle.... Once we'd got out of the car park....
A little more Peage than on the way down, but the N12/N154 between Alencon and Rouen was lovely. There was some necessary Jonny Smith inspired stopping on the way...
Made it to Le Shuttle in excellent time, although the new exhaust needs more attention as there's still a definitely leak of gas between the manifold and main pipe which gets into the cabin under hard acceleration. It's less subtle than I'd ideally like too, but overall I'm happy with it! There is less noise from the engine at higher speeds, its all now coming from the back...there's just more of that then there was.
Back up the UK today with about another 1000 miles added to the AX on the trip overall. It's done well so far, especially as it's packed to the gunwals with camping stuff (and wine) and the normally perky handling is rather compromised. The side wind on the approach to Calais yesterday was interesting, and the 2 ton Maserati in my mirrors didn't seem to be having the same problem!
This Capri was on a mission on track. Saw it so a spectacular overtaking manoeuvre at the Porsche Curves - up the inside of one, then the outside of the next.
The Howmet Turbine car powered by a C20 (?) helicopter turbine spinning at 57000rpm and putting out 400hp. Apparently there's a diverter valve to manage how much of the thrust goes to the wheels. Sounds eerily quiet on track.
I don't know what this is I'm afraid, but there were 3 of them in slightly different bodywork parked in the paddock, then out on track doing a lap between the grids:
This was the official viewing point at the Porsche Curves about 10 minutes from the campsite. You got a great view of the rear of the cars going into Virage du Pont as well, but I was using a 35mm camera for most of the shots of stuff on track I was taking.
Paddock 1 yesterday afternoon - my favourite personally. Watching a vintage car being hustled round track is soothing special:
It was a much briefer sojourn than I would have liked, but we had to get packed up and head for the booked Le Shuttle.... Once we'd got out of the car park....
A little more Peage than on the way down, but the N12/N154 between Alencon and Rouen was lovely. There was some necessary Jonny Smith inspired stopping on the way...
Made it to Le Shuttle in excellent time, although the new exhaust needs more attention as there's still a definitely leak of gas between the manifold and main pipe which gets into the cabin under hard acceleration. It's less subtle than I'd ideally like too, but overall I'm happy with it! There is less noise from the engine at higher speeds, its all now coming from the back...there's just more of that then there was.
Back up the UK today with about another 1000 miles added to the AX on the trip overall. It's done well so far, especially as it's packed to the gunwals with camping stuff (and wine) and the normally perky handling is rather compromised. The side wind on the approach to Calais yesterday was interesting, and the 2 ton Maserati in my mirrors didn't seem to be having the same problem!
darkyoung1000 said:
More paddock photos (from Paddock 5 I think):
I don't know what this is I'm afraid, but there were 3 of them in slightly different bodywork parked in the paddock, then out on track doing a lap between the grids:
Tempting though it is to say "batmobile", it's the Apollo Project Evo. I don't know what this is I'm afraid, but there were 3 of them in slightly different bodywork parked in the paddock, then out on track doing a lap between the grids:
https://uk.motor1.com/news/546166/apollo-project-e...
https://www.carscoops.com/2022/09/apollo-project-e...
Welcome back! Truly a wonderful trip, looks like it was a good time had by all, and the AX clearly found joy in its homeland. I'm sure it will reward you with a summer snagging list.
Thanks for all the pics - echo the reminices on the DeWalt TVR!
Thanks for all the pics - echo the reminices on the DeWalt TVR!
Cambs_Stuart said:
What an incredible selection of cars. Thanks for sharing!
Good luck with the exhaust. The cat back on my Clio also has a minor leak, plus it catches on the rear beam. it's not been my favourite mod...
Ugh that is annoying - good luck wiht the fettling on the Clio. Le Mans Classic next year? AX, Clio, 164?Good luck with the exhaust. The cat back on my Clio also has a minor leak, plus it catches on the rear beam. it's not been my favourite mod...
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