[Klipsch Belle as center channel - How do I hook up?]

Thanks for all the replies.  I see all my options now.  I will take the time to read through all the material.  Until then, one thing I just thought of for a easy way to experiment with the 3 channel setup.  I was thinking about trying to use 2 pre-amps and 2 power amps.  First off, Ill split the output from the CD player.  One signal into each of the (2) preamps. One of my preamps (Onkyo P304) has  a stereo/mono switch.  In mono mode, this LR output could be used to feed the Adcom GFA-555 in bridged mode a mono signal then to the center channel speaker.  The other signal could be fed into the other pre-amp for normal 2 channel stereo.  The only downside is that I will have a separate volume control for the center channel.  But should give me a sample of what it will sound like.  Ill post results once I give it a try.  I think it should work?

[Klipsch Belle as center channel - How do I hook up?]

First off, this is my first post to the forum.  Also, I am not sure if Im posting in the correct spot.  I have Klipschorns as main speakers.  I just purchased a single Belle speaker that I am planning on using as a center channel.  I am using this strictly for listening to music.  How do I hook up the center channel.  Do I need to buy a surround receiver that has a mono output.  Currently I am using a Adcom GFP-565 preamp and I have (2) Adcom GFA-555 amplifiers.  Can I set this up using only the Adcom amps?  I tried bridging the Adcom 555, but that only gives me Left or Right signal.  

[Forte II sale price]

I am somewhat new to Klipsch speakers. I recently looked at a pair of Forte II's for sale locally for $400/pair. They are clear Oak and they have some imperfections to one of the cabinets and some damage to one of the passive radiators. The damage includes a tear in the passive radiator about 2 inches long. And the only other damage is one of the cabinets has some damage with the wood chipped in a couple spots.

1) Is refinishing these cabinets an option?

2) Are they worth $400 for the pair. Should I offer less? Klipsch does not make passive radiator anymore. Tech @ Klipsch said to repair cone with Elmers glue and it should be fine

Any help/advice would be appreciated.