r/R53 • u/Sammio30 • 4d ago

H&K Speakers not functioning

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Lately my H&K speakers started crackling and sometimes even just stop working. Switched left to right, problem still on the same side. Not an electrical hero so don't really want to chase wiring. Could this be the amplifier? Saw a lot online that they tend to go bad?

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u/Jack-Cremation 4d ago

Getting jealous of these clean R53’s while my clear coat is shot.

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u/BarryMann61 4d ago

How common is that? Mine is almost all gone on my hood and I wondered if it was just a hard life for mine.

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u/Sammio30 4d ago

Seen a lot with disappearing clear coat, mine was imported from Italy and I think it has always been stored inside there so I've been very lucky!

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u/Jack-Cremation 4d ago

Seems pretty common especially if yours is red like mine.

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u/BandoNorris 3d ago

Standard Chili Red experience unfortunately. I feel your pain, I’ve owned one too and decided to cut my losses.

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u/Due-Guard-4074 4d ago

I see the junkyard ones the red paint has clear coat problems. Mine is red and has the same issues.

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u/iphonemaster_GM 4d ago

Usually when the Amp goes out theres no sound at all. If only one side or one speaker stops working than i would check the speaker first.

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u/Sammio30 4d ago

Yeah I checked the speakers, put a new one in the rear, still no sound. Then switched back to the old one and then it worked for a few minutes and then it cut out again. Sometimes while driving one wil just cut out or come back on. Kinda lost on this one 🤣

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u/cheddarbruce 4d ago

Have you tried the head unit?

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u/Sammio30 3d ago

Good shot, it does have an aftermarket Pioneer head unit in it but I have a spare original radio laying around so might try that!

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u/cheddarbruce 3d ago

Yeah I have a JDM import that I got last year that currently only has one side of the car where the speakers actually play. I haven't really delved super deep into what's causing it mainly because the Japanese broadcasting stations have a lower tuning frequency than the American ones do LOL

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u/dwtechsol 4d ago

Is it all of the speakers or just one. I would recommend pulling the trim panels and pull up the carpet some, especially the rear foot well and check for a mouse house. Have seen a few times over the years where they burrow into the foam padding and chew on wires.

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u/Sammio30 3d ago

I checked behind the panels but there was nothing but a load of dust but no broken wires as far as I can see

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u/Standard_Humor6380 4d ago

Maybe use contactcleaner. I had similar problems mostly on the drivers side. Disconnecting the radio a couple times fixed it. It could just be a bit corroded contacts

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u/Due-Guard-4074 4d ago

Looks great. Is that the orenje S emblem for the side vents?

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u/Sammio30 3d ago

Thanks! No I just took the original ones apart and painted them

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u/Due-Guard-4074 3d ago

It really does add a lot to the look of it. I'm gonna try the same.

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u/ChargeAppropriate644 4d ago

The HK system is garbage, especially in this day and age. Remove tha amp and speakers and replace them with a D class amp and proper speakers. Sound SO much better and they can function for the next 20 years. Mind you that these cars are easily 20+ years old and electronics will start acting up.

If you need help let me know.

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u/shipwreck_misery 4d ago

I’m so jealous of all these awesome looking aero kit bumpers on these Euro R53s. And there are SO many JCW specs. They all look so pristine! I’ve only seen like 3 JCW R53s in the New England area since I got my first R53.