You guys check this out:
http://mywebpages.comcast.net/kidder/Audio/audio.htm
Keith Kidders Audio Site
Plenty of tips and example of some fine home grown speakers, non appear JBL.
Even some MTM examples, crossover design and some interesting cabinet construction.
They also appear to have an annual get together and possibly something Lansing Forums could potentially arrange on a regional basis. Put a voice and a face to name does give you an appreciation of what a guy is like behind those posts.
Ian
DIY Tex 2001