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Per your advice above: "a local speaker shop can replace the VC and clean the gap without replacing the cone , but you would need to have a Pro do the job" They quoted replacing the VC.
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Will the woofer with new parts sound different from the original, unmodified woofer?
The speaker shop I spoke to recommended getting both done. But at $120 for the one woofer repair, I'd like to avoid doing two.
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Got it, so a Google search is the way to go. I appreciate the guidance and advice I've received on this project. I'll be looking for a repair shop now. Sounds like I can bring them the driver by itself instead of the entire speaker box.
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Sounds promising. Perhaps you can tell me how to identify a reputable speaker repair shop/specialist? I'm in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex.
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If this were the case, is there any way to reuse the surround and dust caps?
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It was not making that rubbing noise before removing the screen.
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The particles aren't making a rattling noise, but the diaphragm still has that scraping/rubbing sound when pushed in and out with my hand.
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A piece of a hook and other particles ended up inside while removing the screen. Those particles made a rattling noise at first when I shook the driver, but I did my best to shake/vacuum them out and presently no particles are coming out and there is no longer a rattling noise.
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If you are curious, these are the makeshift tools I used to get the bug screen out. I may have damaged the driver in the process. When I push the diaphragm there is a rubbing/scratching noise. I am assuming that's not a good sound as the diaphragm from the other speaker is quiet when pushed in/out.
I would welcome any recommendations.
Thanks.
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A bug screen sounds like an accurate description of the detached object. Especially since these speakers appear to be designed for PA and other outdoor work. I'll try fishing it out as you recommend and will provide an update with the results.
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I removed the drivers from my KP-250s to find out what is causing a clunking noise in one of the speakers, which I noticed while moving them around. In one of the K-42-K drivers, it appears a metal screen of sorts has detached from within the rear plate and is moving about loosely over the voice coil. I'm no specialist and my terminology may not be accurate. I took a few pics, which are attached. The driver appears to work fine expect for the interference (unusual vibrations) I assume is caused by the loose screen.
My questions:
Can this be repaired?
If so, how might I DIY it?
Any help would be much appreciated. I've attached a few more pics to give more details about the speakers. Thank you.
Link to KP-250 Info: https://community.klipsch.com/index.php?/topic/207145-kp-250-from-early-1993/
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Sansui
owner had this to say about service in the ad: …Tuner works well, all
lights/Led's work.... controls cleaned, speaker protect relay replaced.... hard
to find one in better condition...Yamaha
owner stated he paid $90 to have the receiver serviced before it went into
storage for the past few years.No
response on the Luxman inquiry – assume it was sold.Wuzzzer, the
Panasonic SA-XR57 certainly has expansion potential and that ebay item via your
link does match my budget. A newer model may also prove to be more reliable.I’ll start
by auditioning the Sansui and Yamaha and go from there.
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Looks like the options have narrowed to two receivers:
Sansui G-8700DB – asking
price: $375YAMAHA CR 2040 – ASKING PRICE: $150
The Yamaha seller confirmed the price which has me leaning more in that direction, although that Sansui is one beautiful beast. Both receivers are in excellent condition. The comments so far have been helpful and I would welcome more as this deal has not yet been finalized.
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Thanks for the welcome, Dennie. A name change as you suggest sounds like a good recipe for going broke.
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gnatnoop, was your brother's HK receiver current or vintage?
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cornfedksboy I do like the idea of tube amps, but yes, they are out of my budget. Thanks for your input -
Thanks for checking my area. I replied to the ad.
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I’m
new to the forum – been reading your posts and working off local CL to put together a
system. Based on fond teen memories of police-intervention-inevitable
Klipsch-powered parties I have been seeking the Klipsch brand only to be used
primarily for loud classic rock. I found an old Sony AX401 amp (135W x 2) and matching
ST-JX401 receiver packed away and picked up some KG 3.5s. They did crank up
quite loud, and the punch of the KGs let me somewhat relive that
always-at-the-point-of-blaring party sound. Perhaps my ears have changed over
the years. I still like the volume up, but with this setup the sound is a bit
harsh. My ears seem to be begging for more midrange and cleaner vocals. I’m
taking these steps: 1. talking with member of your forum about possibly
purchasing pair of Forte IIs; 2. ordered Crites titanium diaphragms for KG
tweets; and 3. am using local CL (Dallas Fort Worth) as primary resource,
looking for inexpensive receiver that might improve overall sound.This
brings me to my question. Of the available receivers in my local market, which
of the following would you recommend to pair with the Forte IIs? I have no idea
what information is helpful for your analysis so I am putting only the brand,
model number, and asking price, assuming if you have heard of/listened to any
of these receivers you will have a recommendation. Of course I’m open to
alternate suggestions – I simply want to put something together sooner than
later and get back on task as husband and father, and then come back and play
again when things normalize (my wife has clearly detected a disturbance in the
force in our household with my renewed interest in audio and there is a
lingering tension that must be properly addressed).Here’s
what’s currently available and thank you for your opinions:Sansui G-8700DB – asking
price: $375SANSUI QRX-3500 quad –
asking price $200sony str 4800sd – asking price
$50Harman kardon avr 335 –
asking price $250Harman kardon avr 525 –
asking price $250Harman Kardon 3480 – asking price $165
Yamaha CR 1040 – ASKING PRICE
$200YAMAHA CR 2040 – ASKING PRICE UNKNOWN (seller
looking to trade for various items I may have)YAMAHA CR 220 – ASKING PRICE $50
Yamaha RX 770 – ASKING PRICE
$100Yamaha RX 497 – asking price
$75MARANTZ 2220B – ASKING PRICE $375 as part of package
only including Technics-SL-D202 Tuner -- Excellent condition, Sony NC-665P 5
disc DVD/CD player-excellent condition, Pair of Bose BooKshelf speakers, Pair
of Toby D-60s--from 1987
KP-250 Clunking Noise/Loose Bbject in Woofer
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I'll do just the one speaker, then. Thanks.