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?

Installed myself. I’ve always just put the dynomat on the interior (actually backside of external part of door) metal, never on the interior door panel (plastic). I did as much dynomat as I could reach.

I ordered from Crutchfield who provided the adapters for mounting and wire harnesses. I also used window caulk around the mounts to prevent vibration. Definitely did not lose power. Can turn the volume up significantly higher and still have clean sound. Substantial improvement over the Bose speakers

I added the JL Audio C1 component 6x9 in the front door and the tweeter in dash. Added JL Audio C1 6.5" in the rear door. Added dynamat to doors. Night and day difference from the muddy Bose speakers.

Very interested in this as well.

Almost pulled the trigger on these but decided to go with a fixed running board. Did a ton of research and from what I learned the RBP Stealth Power steps were the way to go. Priced better than the Amp Xtreme as well.

Here are my thoughts on the tonneau covers I've owned over the years... Lund Fiberglass on an 01 Silverado. Positives - Other than the basic idea of protecting contents from the elements, I can't think of any. Negatives - Heavy, unable to stand or store items on, huge PIA to take off. DON"T EVEN CONSIDER is all I can say about these old school fiberglass covers. Line-X (Diamondback SE) on a 09 Silverado. Positives - Tough, can stand and jump on top of it (I'm 6'3" 225), the front and back fold was convenient at times, good seal. Negatives - Not flush with bed, not the prettiest, makes truck look like an industrial vehicle (not what I was going for), not terribly difficult to remove, but takes more time and effort than all but the fiberglass cover. Extang Solid Fold 2.0 - Positives - Not as easy as Armor Flex to open (but still easy IMHO), didn't seem to scratch, lightweight, easy to remove, good seal. Negatives - Not flush with truck bed, moisture can freeze between cover and tailgate making tailgate to tough to open. Undercover Armor Flex - Positives - Easy, shouldn't scratch (I've only had this for a month), lightweight, easy to remove, good seal, flush with truck bed. Negatives - Seal is a little crinkly (doesn't lay perfectly straight, flat). In my experience here in Michigan, freezing moisture can/will prevent some function of all tonneau covers listed above.

Was considering that one myself, definitely interested in hearing anyone's experience