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Yes - I would look for good quality blankets - smooth, without harsh stitching that could become a problem. My original post shows the flooring - it is cleaned regularly so not overly concerned with debris that could catch on the blankets and scrape while sliding to reposition the speakers. All in all, it's a low-cost 'test' solution - if it works, great - if not... Is anyone on the forum familiar with Herbie's Audio Lab? They sell gliders, sound isolation disks, etc. - anyone use their products? Good? Bad? Neutral?

Just to clarify, I am considering blankets that movers use when moving furniture to/from a home - not sliders that go beneath the legs of tables, couches, etc. I would cut the amount of blanket material needed to cover the bottom of each speaker stand/riser. With that in mind, any thoughts? Thanks. Steve

Thanks for the comment/thoughts. While casters would likely make it easier my move my speakers whenever I feel like it, I’m shying away from using them. I’m concerned that casters will introduce unwanted noise/vibration. My next brainstorm is to use furniture moving pads - cut to fit - beneath simple speaker stands (approx. 4 inches high) being built for the 44 lb cabinets. I also plan to place audio isolation feet/pucks between the cabs and the speaker stand platform. The aim is to enable me to (easily?) slide the speakers side-to-side/front-to-back as I wish without marking/damaging the CoreTec (wood laminate) floor. Probably not as simple to move as using casters but if the pads will offer frictionless moving. I think it will work. Interested in opinions on this approach. What may I be missing, etc. Holes in my ‘logic’? Acoustic/sonic issues arising from the pads, perhaps? Steve

Would like to raise my 5’s. I now have them supported by wood blocks (as shown in attached photo) but wish to make them easier to move or pivot when I want to experiment with placement/sound (too old/lazy to keep getting on the floor to slide them). I’m thinking of attaching casters to the wood blocks. Would that introduce unwanted vibration/’noise’? Has anyone on this forum tried this? Success? Disaster? Is there another solution or workaround? The blocks rest on a CoreTec floor. Thoughts? Thanks - Steve

Outstanding! Learned so much, some of which I'll be able to apply myself. The rest? Not so sure but very educational nonetheless. Thanks -

Great work on restoring the cabinets - they look so good. Thanks so much for your time and effort and sharing this video! Watched it from end to end.

Great video - thanks for your effort and sharing your work. Part 1 is beyond my capability but it was interesting to see how things work. I recently resurrected my 5's (actually, I relied on the knowledge, guidance, and kindness of JKent and other members of this forum - 'I' did nothing!). They sound wonderful. Looking forward to more videos from you. Do you plan to cover surround resealing and cabinet renewal/restore at some point?

Appreciate your thoughts - replacement 5 tweeters seem to be very rare - the 17 will likely do the job - thanks

Spoke with the guy. He tested the tweeter independently and got no sound - x-overs are fine. I found a used 17 tweeter that is in working condition (according to the seller). Will likely go that route and see what happens. Any words of caution re: 17 tweeter compatibility with the 5? Size appears to be the same (or very close).

I'll ask the guy who removed and re-installed the x-overs if he tried the things you've suggested to confirm his conclusion. If he did not, I'll have him try what you've suggested - you never know. Thanks for the tips, Brad. Steve

Thanks for the reply/thoughts Brad - recently had the x-overs rebuilt by someone well-versed in KLH x-overs so I don't think that is the problem. I can't say if the tweeter was blown a long time ago or not - I only recently got them out of storage after a 20+ year hibernation. Sounded fine when I tried them (though I did not press my ear next to each of the drivers) before taking them to a local hi-fi shop to pull the x-overs and send them off for rebuild. It was only after the hi-fi shop reinstalled the re-built x-overs that I was told that one of the tweeters was blown. Where/when this occurred is a mystery. Thus, I'm searching for a replacement - found a vintage Model 17 tweeter that I may purchase to see if that fixes things until/if I can locate a Model 5 replacement. Given what I've described, do you have other thoughts/suggestions? Welcoming guidance/advice from all comers🙂 Thanks - Steve

Searching for a replacement for a blown tweeter in my KLH 5. I'm told that tweeters from a 12 or 23 would also work (size, compatibility, etc.). What is a reasonable price to pay for a used tweeter in working condition? Thoughts/guidance? Thanks - Steve

Thanks for the testimonial that these tweeters will work, CYNR This leads to a couple of questions for this forum: What if anything has to be done with the x-overs? CYNR addresses that in his message above but would be interested in hearing what others think or have experienced. Second, does anyone know if the cutout dimensions of the phenolic tweeters make for an easy replacement or will retro-fitting be needed? What further complications might that create? Thanks. Steve

Looks like I may have found a decent replacement in my 5's. Q&A from this site: https://www.parts-express.com/GRS-PRT-8-Phenolic-Ring-Tweeter-8-Ohm-270-252?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=18395892906&utm_content=145242146127&utm_term=&gadid=623430178298&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI9PyS6Yas-gIVGhXUAR2ORwQqEAQYASABEgLbvfD_BwE Worth considering? Q&A replies indicate they will do the trick. Sizing may be a problem, not sure. Also, if these are used, will x-over specs need to be adjusted to accommodate? Thought from any and all apprecitaed. Thanks - Steve

Anyone have an opinion on phenolic tweeters (apparently used in some 70's era speakers). A new one on me. Would prefer finding a 5, 12, or 23 tweeter but could a phenolic tweeter be as good or even suffice a a solution? Thanks -