Can I cut through my fiberglass to install extra speakers

[dc]

Just purchased a 2003 176 searay bowrider that has just has two speakers at the back of the boat. I was wondering if I could install two more speakers in the bow area of the boat. To do so I would need to cut through the fiberglass in order to get a nice flush mount speaker to fit. My question is--can I cut through the fiberglass or would this be too risky--are there other optionsfor mounting speakers?
Thanks, Dwayne

 

[BOEmarine]

Cutting holes for the speakers is no problem at all. Most marine speakers come with templates so you cut the right size hole.

 

[top*prop]

cut away!!!! just make sure you have enough room to mount the speakers....

 

[rondds]

just dont cut any holes below the water line and you should be OK. :lol:

 

[Quint4]

I used a "rotozip" type tool when I cut a 8" hole to install a subwoofer...I applied masking tape first then marked the hole....used 4 bits before I was done...the area I cut was 1 1/2" thick...take your time and measure real good before you start....Dave....oh yeah a dust mask and safety glasses are in order.

 

[PMvdb395DA]

I think that you take care that you don't mount too big speakers.

If you take out too much material the stifness and construction can change.

If they are normal speakers I think it's no problem.

Peter