Looks like a great start. Especially with assistance of two great guys. On board for more
2021 Chevy Silverado RST Crew Cab Build
I know I know another Silverado build log. This is my 2021 Silverado 1500 RST (non-bose) with the 6.2L. Currently have the Borla S-type exhaust and S&B cold air intake. Looking to do a 4 inch lift and some 35's in the future. For now though the focus is the sound system.
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I am very green when it comes to car audio but since joining DIYMA I have to say I have learned a lot and continue to learn every time I check the forums.
My setup will sound very familiar to many here since I will be running some of @RickWilson old (new to me) equipment. I purchased his JL Audio Stealthbox, Helix V8 dsp mk2 and Helix P-one. This totally got the ball rolling and I have already changed what I had originally planned. Along with the above equipment I will be running Audiofrog GS10's in Valicar Pods, GS25's in the stock dash location and Audiofrog GS62 in the rear doors since I usually have my kids back there. I planned on the GS690's in the front doors but after reading so many posts, I ended up purchasing the Blam WS6's from @clange2485. He is local and I am glad to have such a great guy nearby if I need help with something.
Today I started the actual build after accumulating all the little things that one needs to do a full install. I mounted the Knukonceptz fuse holder on some 1/4" ABS. It will have a nice short run to the battery.
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I also made all the wiring harnesses that I need to run the GS10 and GS25. I ended up using Knukonceptz 16 Gauge in blue and also red/black so I know what connects to which speaker. Probably made them a little to long but better than coming up short.
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My plan is to run the one set on the drivers side and the other on the passenger side. Seems to be easier this way but who knows.
I then made a 10 gauge speaker harness for the stealthbox and finished off the ends with ferrules.
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Since I will be running an LLJ Custom Harness which has a 12 volt +/- and need to get 12 volts to the center console I made a harness to go to the Audison B-Con I am installing. I also will be wiring this harness to a 12v to 5v usb micro converter to make it easier to plug into the B-Con.
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Last but not least I wired up the Audiofrog TP-50v2 tweeter protectors using some XT-30 connectors. I wired them so I can take them out and still be able to plug in the speakers. Never know if they go bad or not.
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More to come as time allows.
I am very green when it comes to car audio but since joining DIYMA I have to say I have learned a lot and continue to learn every time I check the forums.
My setup will sound very familiar to many here since I will be running some of @RickWilson old (new to me) equipment. I purchased his JL Audio Stealthbox, Helix V8 dsp mk2 and Helix P-one. This totally got the ball rolling and I have already changed what I had originally planned. Along with the above equipment I will be running Audiofrog GS10's in Valicar Pods, GS25's in the stock dash location and Audiofrog GS62 in the rear doors since I usually have my kids back there. I planned on the GS690's in the front doors but after reading so many posts, I ended up purchasing the Blam WS6's from @clange2485. He is local and I am glad to have such a great guy nearby if I need help with something.
Today I started the actual build after accumulating all the little things that one needs to do a full install. I mounted the Knukonceptz fuse holder on some 1/4" ABS. It will have a nice short run to the battery.
I also made all the wiring harnesses that I need to run the GS10 and GS25. I ended up using Knukonceptz 16 Gauge in blue and also red/black so I know what connects to which speaker. Probably made them a little to long but better than coming up short.
My plan is to run the one set on the drivers side and the other on the passenger side. Seems to be easier this way but who knows.
I then made a 10 gauge speaker harness for the stealthbox and finished off the ends with ferrules.
Since I will be running an LLJ Custom Harness which has a 12 volt +/- and need to get 12 volts to the center console I made a harness to go to the Audison B-Con I am installing. I also will be wiring this harness to a 12v to 5v usb micro converter to make it easier to plug into the B-Con.
Last but not least I wired up the Audiofrog TP-50v2 tweeter protectors using some XT-30 connectors. I wired them so I can take them out and still be able to plug in the speakers. Never know if they go bad or not.
More to come as time allows.
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Made the lead from the battery to the fuse holder after work today. Will be a nice short run, less than 12 inches.
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Rainy miserable day here in crappy Illinois and not looking good for awhile temperature wise. Wanted to really plan on starting the sound deadening but with temps in the teens coming I'm not even going to attempt it.
I think the next "project" will have to be cleaning out my garage just so I can fit my truck. Not heated but better than nothing.
Rainy miserable day here in crappy Illinois and not looking good for awhile temperature wise. Wanted to really plan on starting the sound deadening but with temps in the teens coming I'm not even going to attempt it.
I think the next "project" will have to be cleaning out my garage just so I can fit my truck. Not heated but better than nothing.
Today I planned on finishing the conductor mount that my friend I work with 3D printed. Thanks to @RickWilson for the design and location idea from his build since there are not many options in this truck to mount it.
I first used Gorilla 5 minute epoxy to glue the 3 pieces together. I then sprayed a few coats of black SEM build primer. I will need a few more coats for sure to get rid of those gaps that 3d printing does.
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I may have to actually fill it with some bondo and then sand down but if I do not like how it turns out I can always get another one printed.
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Went to see how the SEM trim paint sprayed and looked but to my surprise NO NOZZLE!
I tried the nozzle from the build primer and it did not work. Emailed SEM in hopes they replace the can.... More to come.
I first used Gorilla 5 minute epoxy to glue the 3 pieces together. I then sprayed a few coats of black SEM build primer. I will need a few more coats for sure to get rid of those gaps that 3d printing does.
I may have to actually fill it with some bondo and then sand down but if I do not like how it turns out I can always get another one printed.
Went to see how the SEM trim paint sprayed and looked but to my surprise NO NOZZLE!
I tried the nozzle from the build primer and it did not work. Emailed SEM in hopes they replace the can.... More to come.
That sucks! I like that location for the conductor. Mine isn’t bad but I can’t see the lights past a certain point, no big deal just keep turning it up! 😁Today I planned on finishing the conductor mount that my friend I work with 3D printed. Thanks to @RickWilson for the design and location idea from his build since there are not many options in this truck to mount it.
I first used Gorilla 5 minute epoxy to glue the 3 pieces together. I then sprayed a few coats of black SEM build primer. I will need a few more coats for sure to get rid of those gaps that 3d printing does.
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I may have to actually fill it with some bondo and then sand down but if I do not like how it turns out I can always get another one printed.
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Went to see how the SEM trim paint sprayed and looked but to my surprise NO NOZZLE!
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