M5Jr Help...

lakedmb
lakedmb Posts: 35
edited August 2009 in Vintage Speakers
New to the forum, but hoping to find a little bit help regarding my "new" M5Jr's.

I picked up a pair of M5Jr's for a pretty cheap price, $20, and was wondering if there is a way to fix a broken speaker wire terminal/binding post.


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  • everpress
    everpress Posts: 862
    edited June 2009
    Welcome to CP!
    I'm new here too, but this should help a little...

    https://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=83809

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  • inspiredsports
    inspiredsports Posts: 5,501
    edited June 2009
    lakedmb wrote: »
    New to the forum, but hoping to find a little bit help regarding my "new" M5Jr's.

    I picked up a pair of M5Jr's for a pretty cheap price, $20, and was wondering if there is a way to fix a broken speaker wire terminal/binding post...

    Welcome aboard!

    It's your lucky day. I'm in such a mood that the I think only way to work my way out of it is to do a good deed.

    I have one here with a sheared off red that I'm going to modify with aftermarket so I the good black one is yours. I'll PM to bet your mailing address.

    gw
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  • gdb
    gdb Posts: 6,012
    edited June 2009
    The stock posts are crappy, you might want to upgrade both of them. (all four):)

    http://www.parts-express.com/wizards/searchResults.cfm?searchFilter=binding%20post%20gold
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  • Bigbang
    Bigbang Posts: 233
    edited June 2009
    If you don't want to upgrade and just want to replace them with stock I'll send some original binding post's to you off of my 5jr's. Just PM me your address or email me at davidebrinson@yahoo.com.

    David
    I like to listen, tinker, listen and repeat.
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  • Bigbang
    Bigbang Posts: 233
    edited June 2009
    Sorry, didn't read the entire thread. Looks like inspired is going to take care of you.

    Cool,

    d
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  • inspiredsports
    inspiredsports Posts: 5,501
    edited June 2009
    I've always replaced stock Polk posts with Cardas CCGR's, but that would cost 3 to 4 times what lakedmb paid for his speakers. I'll send it for free if I get his address.
    VTL ST50 w/mods / RCA6L6GC / TlfnknECC801S
    Conrad Johnson PV-5 w/mods
    TT Conrad Johnson Sonographe SG3 Oak / Sumiko LMT / Grado Woodbody Platinum / Sumiko PIB2 / The Clamp
    Musical Fidelity A1 CDPro/ Bada DD-22 Tube CDP / Conrad Johnson SD-22 CDP
    Tuners w/mods Kenwood KT5020 / Fisher KM60
    MF x-DAC V8, HAInfo NG27
    Herbies Ti-9 / Vibrapods / MIT Shotgun AC1 IEC's / MIT Shotgun 2 IC's / MIT Shotgun 2 Speaker Cables
    PS Audio Cryo / PowerPort Premium Outlets / Exact Power EP15A Conditioner
    Walnut SDA 2B TL /Oak SDA SRS II TL (Sonicaps/Mills/Cardas/Custom SDA ICs / Dynamat Extreme / Larry's Rings/ FSB-2 Spikes
    NAD SS rigs w/mods
    GIK panels
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  • lakedmb
    lakedmb Posts: 35
    edited June 2009
    Thanks Inspired!

    I just sent you an email with the info. I really appreciate your help!

    Bigbang - thank you for the offer as well.

    gdb - thanks for the link. If I decide to upgrade I know where to go now.
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  • zingo
    zingo Posts: 11,258
    edited June 2009
    Welcome lakedmb and I'm glad to see you're getting taken care of.
    Jake
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  • lakedmb
    lakedmb Posts: 35
    edited June 2009
    Thanks for the welcoming.

    Inspired told me today that the binding post was going to be sent out as soon as possible. Once, I have installed it, I will take some updated pictures.

    I'm really enjoying these speakers!

    Thanks again everyone.
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  • inspiredsports
    inspiredsports Posts: 5,501
    edited June 2009
    lakedmb wrote: »
    Thanks for the welcoming.

    Inspired told me today that the binding post was going to be sent out as soon as possible. Once, I have installed it, I will take some updated pictures.

    I'm really enjoying these speakers!

    Thanks again everyone.

    I mailed it out Friday so you should have it there by Tuesday or Wednesday. I look forward to seeing your photos. The stock binding posts are soft metal and over-tightening or a good knock can shear them, but they'll last forever with a bit of care.

    I restore vintage Thorens turntables with various tonearms and cartridges and know what it's like when seeking original parts to keep them authentic so I'm glad I could help with your Polks.
    VTL ST50 w/mods / RCA6L6GC / TlfnknECC801S
    Conrad Johnson PV-5 w/mods
    TT Conrad Johnson Sonographe SG3 Oak / Sumiko LMT / Grado Woodbody Platinum / Sumiko PIB2 / The Clamp
    Musical Fidelity A1 CDPro/ Bada DD-22 Tube CDP / Conrad Johnson SD-22 CDP
    Tuners w/mods Kenwood KT5020 / Fisher KM60
    MF x-DAC V8, HAInfo NG27
    Herbies Ti-9 / Vibrapods / MIT Shotgun AC1 IEC's / MIT Shotgun 2 IC's / MIT Shotgun 2 Speaker Cables
    PS Audio Cryo / PowerPort Premium Outlets / Exact Power EP15A Conditioner
    Walnut SDA 2B TL /Oak SDA SRS II TL (Sonicaps/Mills/Cardas/Custom SDA ICs / Dynamat Extreme / Larry's Rings/ FSB-2 Spikes
    NAD SS rigs w/mods
    GIK panels
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  • lakedmb
    lakedmb Posts: 35
    edited June 2009
    Well, I know that it has been quite a while since I said I would post pictures, but I have finally found my USB cord so here are the pictures.

    Thanks Inspired for helping me with the part that I needed to bring these speakers back to original form!

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    Now, I just need to find some of the Polk logos that are suppose to be on the bottom of the grill. :D


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  • lakedmb
    lakedmb Posts: 35
    edited July 2009
    Does anyone know where to purchase the Polk Audio badges/logos that go on the grill?

    Thanks.
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  • comfortablycurt
    comfortablycurt Posts: 6,745
    edited July 2009
    Keep your eye on ebay. They pop up on there from time to time.

    You might want to post a want to buy thread here too. I'm sure someone has some extras laying around.
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  • lakedmb
    lakedmb Posts: 35
    edited July 2009
    Thanks for the info! I'll post a thread in the other section and look on eBay.

    Are Polk badges uniform?
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  • agfrost
    agfrost Posts: 2,430
    edited July 2009
    lakedmb wrote: »
    Thanks for the info! I'll post a thread in the other section and look on eBay.

    Are Polk badges uniform?

    No, I don't believe they are (someone will correct me if wrong). IIRC, some have a single pin, some have 2 plastic pins... I was in need of a badge for my 5jr+ a while back and I picked up a somewhat bashed up Monitor 4.6 on ebay for $20--so keep your eyes out for similar speakers as well.

    Jay
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  • inspiredsports
    inspiredsports Posts: 5,501
    edited July 2009
    Looking Good! I hope you can find the badges you need. If you search eBay for "Polk" or "Polk SDA" they turn up often. I'll let you know if I see any.


    lakedmb wrote: »
    Well, I know that it has been quite a while since I said I would post pictures, but I have finally found my USB cord so here are the pictures.

    Thanks Inspired for helping me with the part that I needed to bring these speakers back to original form!

    Now, I just need to find some of the Polk logos that are suppose to be on the bottom of the grill. :D

    .
    VTL ST50 w/mods / RCA6L6GC / TlfnknECC801S
    Conrad Johnson PV-5 w/mods
    TT Conrad Johnson Sonographe SG3 Oak / Sumiko LMT / Grado Woodbody Platinum / Sumiko PIB2 / The Clamp
    Musical Fidelity A1 CDPro/ Bada DD-22 Tube CDP / Conrad Johnson SD-22 CDP
    Tuners w/mods Kenwood KT5020 / Fisher KM60
    MF x-DAC V8, HAInfo NG27
    Herbies Ti-9 / Vibrapods / MIT Shotgun AC1 IEC's / MIT Shotgun 2 IC's / MIT Shotgun 2 Speaker Cables
    PS Audio Cryo / PowerPort Premium Outlets / Exact Power EP15A Conditioner
    Walnut SDA 2B TL /Oak SDA SRS II TL (Sonicaps/Mills/Cardas/Custom SDA ICs / Dynamat Extreme / Larry's Rings/ FSB-2 Spikes
    NAD SS rigs w/mods
    GIK panels
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  • lakedmb
    lakedmb Posts: 35
    edited July 2009
    Thanks for the info guys! I'll keep an eye out.
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  • lakedmb
    lakedmb Posts: 35
    edited August 2009
    I found some badges on eBay for $9.99 with free shipping. When they arrived they didn't fit the holes that were already in the grill, but I drilled a hole in between the two existing holes and attached the badge. They are metal with a single "plug" on the back, not sure what speakers they came off.

    I am pleased with the way they look on the speakers. :D

    Thanks everyone.


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