Subwoofer Question

BURTON4273

I accidently posted this question in the speakers section earlier . . . more appropriate to post here so sorry for the repeat. I have a velodyne va1215 subwoofer and the rubber surrounds around the driver are leaking air (small part has detached from the cone) I tried glueing that part down with rubber cement but that didn't hold very long. Velodyne won't repair it and said my only option through them is to buy a whole new driver. After searching online I have found a lot of companies that offer "re-foaming" for around $40-$45. Is this a gimmick or will the refoamed speaker hold (the sub hits somewhat hard as it has a 250W continuous/750W peak amplifier.) If anyone has had any experience with getting a speaker refoamed and could tell me if its worth doing or where to get it done I would appreciate the advice! Thanks.

beardog03

sounds like a job for sid....

BURTON4273

whos sid?

PolkThug

Try Superglue.

landry_p2000

I would probably go with a new driver if money is an issue. If not, get a new sub. If the super glue lets you down, this will be your only two options.

Tritonman

Definately go with an new driver.

WilliamM2

Superglue may work, or you can buy something made specifically for gluing surrounds:

http://www.partsexpress.com/pe/showdetl.cfm?&DID=7&Partnumber=340-076

You will need to get all the rubber cement off first.