So what now?

[tommorichards]

My trace combo started making a farting sound recently, so i diagnosed the problem to a tear in the surround. So im not too sure what to do now. Should i contact trace about a replacement even though its about 15 years old, or get a new driver, in which case, what am i looking for? Any help is appreciated.

[icastle]

You could replace the driver, but it's probably repairable using Copydex and tissue paper...

[tommorichards]

whats that when im trying to google its meaning?

[icastle]

Copydex is a rubber based adhesive - more flexible than PVA.

You cut (or tear) a piece of tissue paper to fit over the split and use Copydex to glue it into place.
Put a couple of layers of Copydex and tissue on both sides of the cone and you get a flexible rubber 'patch' which'll seal off the split and stop the farting.

[Lfalex v1.1]

Crack it open! Have a look at the driver - Odds on it's a Celestion unit. Many Trace cabs/combos sport such drivers.
Have a dig around the 'net/enquire at Trace Elliot to find out exactly what was used, and see if either Trace (or more likely) Celestion can source you a replacement.

Alternatively, scour the 'net for similar combos with knackered amp stages, and see if you can get a new driver that way?

Just some ideas...

[tommorichards]

it is a celestion unit ct15-150. Ill have a check with trace about it. i may also have a go at the copydex thing, but the tear is right at the seam, so its a bit awkward.

Thanks for the suggestions.

[Lfalex v1.1]

So a 150w 15" driver? As used in a 1153 and associated combos? (IIRC the 1158 had a higher rated unit) Shouldn't be too hard to find, or too expensive (hopefully!)

[Mudpup]

Ive got a 250watt 8 ohm Ashdown BlueLine 15" driver for sale in the classifieds if its any use.

£25 plus whatever the postage costs are if you fancy it.

Here it is
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Edited April 23, 2012 by Mudpup