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But yes you can "repair" those tears. I probably wouldn't use nail polish though. I'd probably use clear silicone adhesive because it is pliable, not brittle, and would better fill in gaps.
But yes you can "repair" those tears. I probably wouldn't use nail polish though. I'd probably use clear silicone adhesive because it is pliable, not brittle, and would better fill in gaps.
I will use silicone instead of nail polish. Thanks.
But yes you can "repair" those tears. I probably wouldn't use nail polish though. I'd probably use clear silicone adhesive because it is pliable, not brittle, and would better fill in gaps.
Might also consider rubber cement. Always worked well with an unexpected cone tear or puncture. Not only pliable but also goes on thinner, and less messy (but I'm just thinking of the silicone tubes/ guns).
Looking at the photo the owner should be able to purchase a similar sized generic center cone (I guess its called a dust cap that protects the driver). Use an exacto knife to remove the crushed/ torn dust cap and replace with the new one (and that's where the silicone would come in handy).
Might also consider rubber cement. Always worked well with an unexpected cone tear or puncture. Not only pliable but also goes on thinner, and less messy (but I'm just thinking of the silicone tubes/ guns).
Looking at the photo the owner should be able to purchase a similar sized generic center cone (I guess its called a dust cap that protects the driver). Use an exacto knife to remove the crushed/ torn dust cap and replace with the new one (and that's where the silicone would come in handy).
My local radio shack store told me I would have to order a new speaker online because nobody around here sells this speaker.
What online stores sell this kind of speaker? Thanks, John
If you detach the speaker from the cabinet you could find the speaker model number imprinted on the metal cage.
Simply Speakers might have what you need. Haven't dealt with them myself but they have lots of instructional videos.
Partsexpress I've ordered from. Search dust caps if you're going the DIY route.
Would also suggest contacting the manufacturer if you want to replace the entire speaker. a full replacement shouldn't cost more that $25. Something that would be very unlikely to screw up (replacing dust cap might be a little trickier (and there's no telling at this point whether the voice coil is also damaged)).
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