dumb question...

[mapleleaf]

I already have a feeling I know the answer, but here goes. Am I breaking any cardinal rule by using 6.5" speakers that are not made for a marine application???

[saltare inverts]

I have used non marine speakers on a tower for over six years. Still rockin. The have even been full of water when tower was folded down and it was in the rain. Dumped them out and away I went. They still sound perfect. They are Memphis 6 x 9s. They need to have rubber surrounds and all cones must not be paper and you should be fine.

[csuggs]

WHenever I finally replace my speakers I'm sure I'll go with the non-marine type. My boat stays in the garage and we are careful not to get the inside too wet when we are out so I can't see spending the extra money. Even if they do get damaged, you buy another set and replace them cause they're so easy to access!

[Salty87]

same here, nothing marine and some of my stuff is 5 years old. amps are even older.

just get good quality...don't get any paper cones, try to get aluminum baskets, etc...

[jonyb]

The Kenwood speakers from the 07 and down boats were all non-marine.