Pete's (Now Nate's) 2003 Denali Budget Build thread

[Sevenevez]

Does your Homelink have horrible range to the rear of the truck, but great to the front, too?

I was amazed that I didn't need to cut anything when I put my Pioneer AVH-X391BHS in my '00 Yukon XL dash (other than get the '03+ radio tub and dash bezel).

I agree with needing a backup camera for these trucks... just way too long and too dark out behind.
I'm still trying to find a good and inexpensive camera that I like.

I'm not sure if the '03 still has the factory amp behind the glove box like the older trucks, but if it does, I used this harness (after re-wiring it) to bypass it so the radio drives the speakers directly. http://a.co/53xFs7O
If you google some combination of metra number and factory amp bypass, you should find the instructions on what pins to swap.


http://a.co/ecGqU8N

naw, just found out amp is under the center console on '03.interesting, that jumper looks to just be a loop. i think i may just end up bypassing all the factory stuff and go aftermarket. it's just not a priority right now. Gotta get back to maintenance within the next week or two. She's slowly gettin there though

 

[W8TVI]

naw, just found out amp is under the center console on '03.interesting, that jumper looks to just be a loop. i think i may just end up bypassing all the factory stuff and go aftermarket. it's just not a priority right now. Gotta get back to maintenance within the next week or two. She's slowly gettin there though

It is just a loop.
The idea is to unplug the cable from the truck that connects to the amp and plug this in in place of the amp.
it just takes the wires in from the radio and routes them to the wires that go out to the speaker (after you re-pin the adapter).

The stock amp has a crossover that sends the bass to the stock sub instead of the door speakers.
On my truck, bypassing the amp like this makes the door speakers sound so much better.

 

[Sevenevez]

Cheap upgrade of the day

My buddy used to Porter cars for a Used Car Dealership back in the days and he put me on to these freshener's they used. I put em in every car i have owned since. And i only use the "New Leather" scent. Throw it under your seat and they are good for a month or more.

 

[Rocket Man]

Cheap upgrade of the day

My buddy used to Porter cars for a Used Car Dealership back in the days and he put me on to these freshener's they used. I put em in every car i have owned since. And i only use the "New Leather" scent. Throw it under your seat and they are good for a month or more.

That IS a cheap upgrade- I just ordered a 25 pack for $6.99 on Ebay. I think they're trending right now because of you.

 

[select127]

got some too at $6.99 figured why not

 

[Sevenevez]

knock knock, who is it? rockauto

New AC Compressor came in today



also, i buy these Texsens LED Light Music Bulbs for all my close friends and family.

1. They are an LED light bulb with tons of different settings of colors and fades etc..
2. They are also a speaker! Bluetooth from your phone. They sound great and they are under $20

Perfect for the garage, or anywhere you want music.

Here, let me show you!

 

[about20ninj45]

knock knock, who is it? rockauto

New AC Compressor came in today



also, i buy these Texsens LED Light Music Bulbs for all my close friends and family.

1. They are an LED light bulb with tons of different settings of colors and fades etc..
2. They are also a speaker! Bluetooth from your phone. They sound great and they are under $20

Perfect for the garage, or anywhere you want music.

Here, let me show you!

Shameless plug. Lol

 

[Sevenevez]

That IS a cheap upgrade- I just ordered a 25 pack for $6.99 on Ebay. I think they're trending right now because of you.

i just bought another 25 batch myself. that Vendor is probably wondering whats up with the New Leather sales. #trending

 

[Sevenevez]

Shameless plug. Lol

shameless. my budget build has bonus products advertising in it.

 

[about20ninj45]

Why don't you just set up links on Amazon. Everytime someone clicks on a link you get paid!