Anyone ever try this method ?
leftwinger57
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So one of my #6511 dimensional drivers went dead the other day and w/ a meter it's reading wide open not the 4 or 4.1 ohms it should so it's beat. I really noticed the difference which was great that I knew the SDA was doing it's thing. I ordered one from Polk w/ the discount and free shipping and just in passing asked Kim if the butyl surrounds were trimmed any better. He said, no and instead of using a blade of any type use a flat washer to secure the speaker and it will not pull on the surround. Now listen, I know it's only 4 holes to trim and I don't have Parkinson's so I should be able to trim them but again has anyone ever used the washers ?
Lew....
Lew....
2chl- Adcom GFA- 555-Onkyo P-3150v pre/amp- JVC-QL-A200 tt- Denon 1940 ci cdp- Adcom GFS-6 -Modded '87 SDA 2Bs - Dynamat Ext.- BH-5- X-Overs VR-3, RDO-194 tweeters, Larry's Rings, Speakon/Neutrik I/C- Cherry stain tops Advent Maestros,Ohm model E
H/T- Toshiba au40" flat- Yamaha RX- V665 avr- YSD-11 Dock- I-Pod- Klipsch #400HD Speaker set-
Bdrm- Nikko 6065 receiver- JBL -G-200s--Pioneer 305 headphones--Sony CE375-5 disc
H/T- Toshiba au40" flat- Yamaha RX- V665 avr- YSD-11 Dock- I-Pod- Klipsch #400HD Speaker set-
Bdrm- Nikko 6065 receiver- JBL -G-200s--Pioneer 305 headphones--Sony CE375-5 disc
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I wonder why the product is still being made wrong.
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Washers will still exert pressure on the edge of the rubber. This will cause it to "bunch up" over time (it will actually move). I've seen it. Best to CAREFULLY trim the rubber.Home Theater/2 Channel:
Front: SDA-2ATL forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/143984/my-2as-finally-finished-almost/p1
Center: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/150760/my-center-channel-project/p1
Surrounds & Rears: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/151647/my-surround-project/p1
Sonicaps, Mills, RDO-194s-198s, Dynamat, Hurricane Nuts, Blackhole5
Pioneer Elite VSX-72TXV, Carver PM-600, SVS PB2-Plus Subwoofer
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The better question should be how you doing ? I have brand new blades so that will be the way to go. A bunching or movement won't do.2chl- Adcom GFA- 555-Onkyo P-3150v pre/amp- JVC-QL-A200 tt- Denon 1940 ci cdp- Adcom GFS-6 -Modded '87 SDA 2Bs - Dynamat Ext.- BH-5- X-Overs VR-3, RDO-194 tweeters, Larry's Rings, Speakon/Neutrik I/C- Cherry stain tops Advent Maestros,Ohm model E
H/T- Toshiba au40" flat- Yamaha RX- V665 avr- YSD-11 Dock- I-Pod- Klipsch #400HD Speaker set-
Bdrm- Nikko 6065 receiver- JBL -G-200s--Pioneer 305 headphones--Sony CE375-5 disc -
leftwinger57 wrote: »The better question should be how you doing ? I have brand new blades so that will be the way to go. A bunching or movement won't do.
Doing OK Lew. Started Cardiac Rehab this week.Home Theater/2 Channel:
Front: SDA-2ATL forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/143984/my-2as-finally-finished-almost/p1
Center: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/150760/my-center-channel-project/p1
Surrounds & Rears: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/151647/my-surround-project/p1
Sonicaps, Mills, RDO-194s-198s, Dynamat, Hurricane Nuts, Blackhole5
Pioneer Elite VSX-72TXV, Carver PM-600, SVS PB2-Plus Subwoofer
dhsspeakerservice.com/ -
I use these to trim foam surrounds on woofers when I do re-foams. Works great!
https://harborfreight.com/9-piece-hollow-punch-set-3838.html -
Nice. What method do you employ to actually trim? I would presume backing, hand pressure and twist to cut, and not a hammer?I disabled signatures.
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westmassguy wrote: »
Doing OK Lew. Started Cardiac Rehab this week.
Glad to hear you are doing well. We need you here.Schiit Freya+, Krell KAV-250a, R-Pi network streamer, 8Tb NAS, Thorens TD-145 MKIII with Ortofon 2M red, Polk: Monitor-10B, SDA-1A, SDA-SRS -
I'd still trim them. The washer still wants to turn and pull/distort the rubber.
Cardio rehab is a blast. Hopefully there will be TV's so you don't fall asleep. Been through it twice this past year and couldn't wait to get it over with both times. It does help and you can tell it's improving your daily life. It's just so frickin boring. -
Nice. What method do you employ to actually trim? I would presume backing, hand pressure and twist to cut, and not a hammer?
Leather mallet... One good (supported) strike should do it with a sharp bit. -
westmassguy wrote: »Washers will still exert pressure on the edge of the rubber. This will cause it to "bunch up" over time (it will actually move). I've seen it. Best to CAREFULLY trim the rubber.
Agree 100%. I have used washers and it will tear and twist the rubber. Kim is right on many things but not this one imho. Trim it. Those punches look promising tbh.
Good find. -
westmassguy wrote: »
Doing OK Lew. Started Cardiac Rehab this week.
Glad to hear you are doing well. We need you here.I'd still trim them. The washer still wants to turn and pull/distort the rubber.
Cardio rehab is a blast. Hopefully there will be TV's so you don't fall asleep. Been through it twice this past year and couldn't wait to get it over with both times. It does help and you can tell it's improving your daily life. It's just so frickin boring.
The conditioning part was great, I've used treadmills and stationary bikes in the past.
The strength training was a PITA. Was sore as heck.
Sorry to derail the thread.Home Theater/2 Channel:
Front: SDA-2ATL forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/143984/my-2as-finally-finished-almost/p1
Center: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/150760/my-center-channel-project/p1
Surrounds & Rears: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/151647/my-surround-project/p1
Sonicaps, Mills, RDO-194s-198s, Dynamat, Hurricane Nuts, Blackhole5
Pioneer Elite VSX-72TXV, Carver PM-600, SVS PB2-Plus Subwoofer
dhsspeakerservice.com/ -
How about a leather punch? Applying some firm pressure while twisting may make for a clean and round relief without damaging the surrounding rubber. Just a thought. Oops. already covered. I'll open my eyes next time. Sorry.Schiit Freya+, Krell KAV-250a, R-Pi network streamer, 8Tb NAS, Thorens TD-145 MKIII with Ortofon 2M red, Polk: Monitor-10B, SDA-1A, SDA-SRS
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In the past, I've used license plate bolt sets to trim the rubber. Just tighten the square nut from the backside, and use the head of the bolt as a guide.Home Theater/2 Channel:
Front: SDA-2ATL forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/143984/my-2as-finally-finished-almost/p1
Center: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/150760/my-center-channel-project/p1
Surrounds & Rears: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/151647/my-surround-project/p1
Sonicaps, Mills, RDO-194s-198s, Dynamat, Hurricane Nuts, Blackhole5
Pioneer Elite VSX-72TXV, Carver PM-600, SVS PB2-Plus Subwoofer
dhsspeakerservice.com/ -
westmassguy wrote: »
Glad to hear you are doing well. We need you here.I'd still trim them. The washer still wants to turn and pull/distort the rubber.
Cardio rehab is a blast. Hopefully there will be TV's so you don't fall asleep. Been through it twice this past year and couldn't wait to get it over with both times. It does help and you can tell it's improving your daily life. It's just so frickin boring.
The conditioning part was great, I've used treadmills and stationary bikes in the past.
The strength training was a PITA. Was sore as heck.
Sorry to derail the thread.
Where in Ma. are you? I am in Brimfield.Schiit Freya+, Krell KAV-250a, R-Pi network streamer, 8Tb NAS, Thorens TD-145 MKIII with Ortofon 2M red, Polk: Monitor-10B, SDA-1A, SDA-SRS -
Feeding Hills/AgawamHome Theater/2 Channel:
Front: SDA-2ATL forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/143984/my-2as-finally-finished-almost/p1
Center: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/150760/my-center-channel-project/p1
Surrounds & Rears: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/151647/my-surround-project/p1
Sonicaps, Mills, RDO-194s-198s, Dynamat, Hurricane Nuts, Blackhole5
Pioneer Elite VSX-72TXV, Carver PM-600, SVS PB2-Plus Subwoofer
dhsspeakerservice.com/ -
westmassguy wrote: »Feeding Hills/Agawam
Best of luck on you're rehab. If you need anything, I work in West Springfield. Drop me a line and I will help anyway I can.Schiit Freya+, Krell KAV-250a, R-Pi network streamer, 8Tb NAS, Thorens TD-145 MKIII with Ortofon 2M red, Polk: Monitor-10B, SDA-1A, SDA-SRS -
Appreciate the offer. I got plenty of help at home though.westmassguy wrote: »Feeding Hills/Agawam
Best of luck on you're rehab. If you need anything, I work in West Springfield. Drop me a line and I will help anyway I can.
Home Theater/2 Channel:
Front: SDA-2ATL forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/143984/my-2as-finally-finished-almost/p1
Center: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/150760/my-center-channel-project/p1
Surrounds & Rears: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/151647/my-surround-project/p1
Sonicaps, Mills, RDO-194s-198s, Dynamat, Hurricane Nuts, Blackhole5
Pioneer Elite VSX-72TXV, Carver PM-600, SVS PB2-Plus Subwoofer
dhsspeakerservice.com/ -
You really DO find out who your real friends are and which family members really do care about you when you have a serious health issue. I have several guys I thought were good friends that disappeared after I had my first heart attack. A year has gone by now and not so much as a text from them. Screw-em!
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Nice. What method do you employ to actually trim? I would presume backing, hand pressure and twist to cut, and not a hammer?
Sorry, I missed this. Use hand pressure & twist slowly. Foam cuts easily. Rubber would probably be tougher, but I think it would work fine. -
UPDATE-UPDATE. The new # 6511 driver came and I did the cutting of the excess surround w/ a new very sharp single edged blade. This worked and the speaker is in and the SDA is doing it's thing and again all is well w/ the world. Sounds great at any volume. Will try some loudness after breaking it in for a few hours or so.... Lew
Of course wishing Dave all the best in his recovery. Backlog of work must be a nightmare but it will keep him busy for quite a while ....2chl- Adcom GFA- 555-Onkyo P-3150v pre/amp- JVC-QL-A200 tt- Denon 1940 ci cdp- Adcom GFS-6 -Modded '87 SDA 2Bs - Dynamat Ext.- BH-5- X-Overs VR-3, RDO-194 tweeters, Larry's Rings, Speakon/Neutrik I/C- Cherry stain tops Advent Maestros,Ohm model E
H/T- Toshiba au40" flat- Yamaha RX- V665 avr- YSD-11 Dock- I-Pod- Klipsch #400HD Speaker set-
Bdrm- Nikko 6065 receiver- JBL -G-200s--Pioneer 305 headphones--Sony CE375-5 disc -
Good luck with your rehab Dave! My wife has been rehabbing a hip replacement for 12 weeks - good days and bad. Hang in...Basis 2200 Signature, Vector 4, Transfiguration Proteus, Allnic H3000, Meridian 200/563, CJ ET5, McIntosh 501's, Thiel CS6, 3.6, Polk SDA SRS 2.3tl, MIT EVO, KS/Wywires PC's
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leftwinger57 wrote: »UPDATE-UPDATE. The new # 6511 driver came and I did the cutting of the excess surround w/ a new very sharp single edged blade. This worked and the speaker is in and the SDA is doing it's thing and again all is well w/ the world. Sounds great at any volume. Will try some loudness after breaking it in for a few hours or so.... Lew
Of course wishing Dave all the best in his recovery. Backlog of work must be a nightmare but it will keep him busy for quite a while ....
Glad you're back in business Lew. Yup, pretty much up to my ears in x-overs and EQsGood luck with your rehab Dave! My wife has been rehabbing a hip replacement for 12 weeks - good days and bad. Hang in...
Thanks. Cardiac Rehab is a PITA.
Home Theater/2 Channel:
Front: SDA-2ATL forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/143984/my-2as-finally-finished-almost/p1
Center: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/150760/my-center-channel-project/p1
Surrounds & Rears: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/151647/my-surround-project/p1
Sonicaps, Mills, RDO-194s-198s, Dynamat, Hurricane Nuts, Blackhole5
Pioneer Elite VSX-72TXV, Carver PM-600, SVS PB2-Plus Subwoofer
dhsspeakerservice.com/ -
westmassguy wrote: »leftwinger57 wrote: »UPDATE-UPDATE. The new # 6511 driver came and I did the cutting of the excess surround w/ a new very sharp single edged blade. This worked and the speaker is in and the SDA is doing it's thing and again all is well w/ the world. Sounds great at any volume. Will try some loudness after breaking it in for a few hours or so.... Lew
Of course wishing Dave all the best in his recovery. Backlog of work must be a nightmare but it will keep him busy for quite a while ....
Glad you're back in business Lew. Yup, pretty much up to my ears in x-overs and EQsGood luck with your rehab Dave! My wife has been rehabbing a hip replacement for 12 weeks - good days and bad. Hang in...
Thanks. Cardiac Rehab is a PITA.
what no Chicken wings, Ribeyes, Lobster's in cheese sauce or refried beans....
Cancel my heart attack they told me lies LIE'S I SAY!!!!
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^^^^Just wrong
2-channel: Modwright KWI-200 Integrated, Dynaudio C1-II Signatures
Desktop rig: LSi7, Polk 110sub, Dayens Ampino amp, W4S DAC/pre, Sonos, JRiver
Gear on standby: Melody 101 tube pre, Unison Research Simply Italy Integrated
Gone to new homes: (Matt Polk's)Threshold Stasis SA12e monoblocks, Pass XA30.5 amp, Usher MD2 speakers, Dynaudio C4 platinum speakers, Modwright LS100 (voltz), Simaudio 780D DAC
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westmassguy wrote: »leftwinger57 wrote: »UPDATE-UPDATE. The new # 6511 driver came and I did the cutting of the excess surround w/ a new very sharp single edged blade. This worked and the speaker is in and the SDA is doing it's thing and again all is well w/ the world. Sounds great at any volume. Will try some loudness after breaking it in for a few hours or so.... Lew
Of course wishing Dave all the best in his recovery. Backlog of work must be a nightmare but it will keep him busy for quite a while ....
Glad you're back in business Lew. Yup, pretty much up to my ears in x-overs and EQsGood luck with your rehab Dave! My wife has been rehabbing a hip replacement for 12 weeks - good days and bad. Hang in...
Thanks. Cardiac Rehab is a PITA.
what no Chicken wings, Ribeyes, Lobster's in cheese sauce or refried beans....
Cancel my heart attack they told me lies LIE'S I SAY!!!!
Had to bring up my favorites ya rat bastageHome Theater/2 Channel:
Front: SDA-2ATL forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/143984/my-2as-finally-finished-almost/p1
Center: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/150760/my-center-channel-project/p1
Surrounds & Rears: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/151647/my-surround-project/p1
Sonicaps, Mills, RDO-194s-198s, Dynamat, Hurricane Nuts, Blackhole5
Pioneer Elite VSX-72TXV, Carver PM-600, SVS PB2-Plus Subwoofer
dhsspeakerservice.com/ -
txcoastal1 wrote: »^^^^Just wrong
No worries. I'm getting used to the taste of "forest floor"Home Theater/2 Channel:
Front: SDA-2ATL forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/143984/my-2as-finally-finished-almost/p1
Center: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/150760/my-center-channel-project/p1
Surrounds & Rears: Custom Built forum.polkaudio.com/discussion/151647/my-surround-project/p1
Sonicaps, Mills, RDO-194s-198s, Dynamat, Hurricane Nuts, Blackhole5
Pioneer Elite VSX-72TXV, Carver PM-600, SVS PB2-Plus Subwoofer
dhsspeakerservice.com/
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