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AR-4x wiring

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Kornchub

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Hi all,

Long-time reader here, first time poster. I've absorbing lots of great information on the AR-4x, a pair of which I just got from a "moving sale." Initial listening test - one sounded really good, aside from crackly pots (which I plan to clean - using posts from AK :)). The other has definite issues - really "muffled" sound. As mentioned, I plan to clean both pots. I dissembled the faulty speaker, tested the drivers separately with a multimeter, and they both test well. I plan to also replace the caps with new Dayton Audio (also resourced from an AK post or two). Anyhoo, where's the question, you ask? The wiring on this pot is not what I'm used to seeing from posts, can anyone guess what the previous "repair" was attempting? My plan is to remove the pots from the cabinet, clean, and re-solder the wires based on photos I've seen posted here. Any helpful thoughts/advice appreciated. (Don't mind a little humor too lol).

Thanks,
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Kornchub said:
where's the question, you ask? (Don't mind a little humor too lol)
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it's been awhile since I've been inside my 4x's (not 4 ex's :biggrin:) so it would be helpful to know which wires connect to the which posts of the individual drivers...
 
It would be worth considering resealing the cloth surrounds. RoyC, a member here, has the correct stuff for sale.
 
So, I re-wired one of the speakers after cleaning the pots. I will listen to it before restuffing it. Does the wiring look right?IMG_1097.jpeg
 
Is that inductor coil just taped onto the pack? Is it easy to take off? I have the same speakers but with the low filter lead coming out of an additional 24uf cap. Looking to remove the old hardware altogether and reconfiguring in the cabinet but don't want to make any grave mistakes when it comes to removing the 265 coil + old wallet cap (20 + 24uf). Any advice on my crossover would be super helpful as I'm dealing with 2 caps/speaker + an L pad
 
Ah I see. I was trying to clean up the inside and save some weight on it too. I have a 2cap pack so it's heavy! This means I have the additional black wire I have to account for.
 
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