BassDaggett

Definitely interested in this as well. I thought about the Zroads, but the output seemed minimal versus the cost and I'm looking for an amber or yellow bar for snow and fog driving.

Technically I didn't do it, but last week I took it to the local muffler shop. They Cut out the factory muffler and flapper valve and replaced it with a VX Muffler. Now it sounds like a truck!!!

Thanks for the replies!

A few months back I replaced the Bose system speakers with JL C1s. 6x9 components in front doors with tweeters in dash and full range 6.5s in rear doors. Added dynamat xtreme in the doors. Significant improvement over the Bose system speakers. That being said, the sound going to the rear speakers is almost useless and a little more bass would be nice as well, so I'm thinking of upgrade options as follows: OPTION 1 - Kicker Key 200.4 option using AIS harness amplifying 6x9s and 6.5s, Bose amp would run tweeters and factory subwoofer. I'm thinking the DSP built into this unit could 'create' a fuller sound range for the 6.5" rears and the amp would probably be cleaner than the Bose. $300 with amp wiring kit. OPTION 2 - AudioControl LC 6.1200 using AIS harness. I believe this unit is capable of summing all the signals to provide a fuller sound range where needed. Also has pre-amp outputs for adding a mono amp later. Probably around $900 with amp wiring kit. OPTION 3 - JL FiX using AIS harness and 5 channel amplifying 6x9s and 6.5s and a sub (probably 8" JL), Bose amp would run tweeters. Figure I can do this for around $1200 I'd like to keep this around $1k or less (but not opposed) to more for the right set up. Your thoughts and ideas are appreciated.

WOW!!! Incredible system, incredible write up!

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I'll start by saying I LOVED the performance and fuel mileage of the small diesel (RAM Ecodiesel). So yeah, I considered the 3.0L Duramax Diesel. However, my less than stellar experience with initial cost, reliability, emissions, and actual cost of ownership with the Ram EcoDiesel sent me another direction. I was a guinea pig for one baby diesel, I didn't see a reason to volunteer (much less pay) to be one again... Now, in 4-5 years if the 3.0L Duramax Diesel proves to be reliable and ultimately worth the initial investment, I'll be all in, till then I won't be rolling coal. IMHO, the way things are going with the EPA and politics in general, I'd be surprised if any of the Big 3 continue to offer a small diesel in a half-ton truck.

I bought a new 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Elevation with 5.3L after my 2016 RAM Ecodiesel blew at 179k ... Yeah, I know its a Dodge. No, I will never buy another RAM again.... That being said, I seriously miss the fuel mileage and low end torque. I know I will have to deal with the fuel mileage, but I'm really looking to boost the low end a little bit when towing. In the past I used a Diablo Predator hand held tuner on my 2009 Silverado 5.3L with good results, but I didn't see anything compatible on their website. What do you use, recommend and why?

This probably belongs in the Engine forum... I'll post it there.

I bought a new 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Elevation with 5.3L after my 2016 RAM Ecodiesel blew at 179k ... Yeah, I know its a Dodge. No, I will never buy another RAM again.... That being said, I seriously miss the fuel mileage and low end torque. I can deal with the fuel mileage, but I'm really looking to boost the low end a little bit when towing. In the past I used a Diablo Predator hand held tuner on my 2009 Silverado 5.3L with good results, but I didn't see anything compatible on their website. What do you use, recommend and why?

S&B CAI with dry extendable filter

When are you going to start selling these? Very well done!

I sure wish this fit a 2021.

Budget friendly is a little vague, so I'll go with under $500 mods. Swapped Bose speakers to JL Audio C1 6x9 components in front and C1 6.5" in rear, installed dynomat in doors and window caulk? around speaker mounts. Under $400 for speakers, mounts, wire harnesses at Crutchfield. Substantial improvement over Bose speakers. Best mod done to date. LineX bedliner. $500 Short stubby antenna (bought on Amazon) < $20 S&B CAI $329@Real Truck (On backorder) Luverne Slim Grip Running Boards $439@Real Truck

I want one of these!!! How much?