2006 Sierra Denali Nav - Aftermarket/stock?

[bigolyt]

So I've been bouncing around with the whole NAV thing....

 

I want to keep the steering wheel functions, and the SIRIUS radio that I replaced the stock XM with. My question to you is WHICH would be better? Stock or Aftermarket Nav.

 

Ive been looking at the AVIC-F900BT and the 15800001, (which I think I need, correct me if I'm wrong - 2006 Sierra Denali, BOSE system, 6 disk CD changer below with the tape above.)

 

Which would be best/cost effective to get? Installation ease is a deciding factor as well.

 

Sounds like the AVIC needs 10 different cables but does have more functionality and I can pick one up on ebay for the same price as the stock unit.

 

The stock one is plug n play but doesnt have an AUX/iPOD/Rear Camera connection?

 

Am I missing anything? Anyone with some advice throw it out there.

 

Thanks guys

[thecraft]

The aftermarket headunit will be very pricey after all the needed adapters (Bose, steering wheel controls, Sirius) but will be much, much, much better in every way.

[bigolyt]

You say much much much better like the Stock Nav wouldnt even be worth the $500-$600. Does the stock system play DVD's? I've read it needs to be "unlocked", is that as simple as driving up to a dealer or making an appt to have them unlock it? I would much rather keep the stock look, along with having pretty much the same functionalities for a fraction of the price.

[illmac77]

You say much much much better like the Stock Nav wouldnt even be worth the $500-$600. Does the stock system play DVD's? I've read it needs to be "unlocked", is that as simple as driving up to a dealer or making an appt to have them unlock it? I would much rather keep the stock look, along with having pretty much the same functionalities for a fraction of the price.

 

I love the AVIC F90BT and wouldnt have gone any other way. plays DVDs on the fly, ipod, usb, sd card, nav, xm/sirus, hd radio, msndirect, rearview camera, Bluetooth, and full 4v outputs for amps. Looks just as good if not better then stock. Backup Camera being shipped...

Boyo VTK350- 23.97

OEM tailgate bezel (25958228)- 33.36

 

All the parts i used+free labor= 924.62

 

- Pioneer AVIC F90BT- 604.97

- Pioneer GEX-P920XM XM Satellite Tuner- 77.99

- Metra 95-3305 General Motors DDIN 07-08 NBS Silverado Dash kit- 13.72

- Peripheral GMLNAV Interface With RAP, VSS Outputs- 48.98

- Peripherals PESWIPS Steering Wheel Retention Adapter- 52.98

- Peripheral GMAHLAN NON-BOSE Radio Replacement Adapter- 125.98