A surface-mount tweeter (shown here in door sail panel) is an easy way to add improved sound to your system. Inset shows tweeter cups with screw hole.

Surface-mounting

You should surface-mount your tweeters if you want to minimize labor time and modifications, or if you don't have the depth to flush-mount. Surface-mounting may also offer greater angle range than flush-mounting. With a surface-mount, a cup secured to a surface with a screw holds the tweeter in place. You will need to drill a small hole in the panel to secure the mounting cup and run the speaker leads to the tweeter (see previous page for instructions on removing the door panel).

Flush-mounting

The advantage of a flush-mount lies in its sleek, factory-look, since the tweeter does not protrude from the panel. Many manufacturers also include angle-mounts that allow you to aim the tweeters slightly, even when they're mounted within the panel. When flush- or angle-mounting your tweeters, you'll need to drill or cut a hole in the panel to accommodate the entire tweeter.

Drilling and trimming a flush-mount tweeter hole is more laborious, but the end result is less protrusive than a surface-mount.

Installing flush-mount tweeters

First, trace the tweeter cup on the panel or dash. Use a drill with a serrated circular blade to cut the hole, and then trim it with a sharp knife. Mount the tweeter (your tweeter will come with specific instructions for this step).