CELESTION SL6 Si - woofer replacement/repair


The woofer on one of my SL6 Si speakers has started "buzzing" on passages where there is heavy bass. Otherwise, I think it sounds fine. I assume the surround needs to be repaired, but that's just a guess. Is this something that can be repaired for not a lot of $? If so, any recommendations? Alternatively, could I just swap in a replacement woofer (if one can be located)? If that would work, any recommendations re: where to find replacement parts? Thanks!
bartleby1

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You might be able to find someone to re-cone speakers with butyl surrounds. (Re-coning doesn't necessarily have to mean replacing the cone assembly-it can involve voice-coils and surrounds also).
I'm no chemist but I've noticed some white residue that seems to build up with these butyl rubber surrounds. I've been wiping it off with a damp cloth, and following that with an Armor-all treatment. And crossing my fingers. BUT, I believe that Armor-all has silicone, so keep it away from the woodwork,it can make refinishing very difficult (fisheyes lacquer) also could make touch-ups tricky too.