DD nav in non-dd truck

[JKmotorsports]

Here are some pics of the install of a double din Pioneer Avic-D3 in my 01 a while back. I took some pics of the brackets I fabb'ed and the the bezel I trimmed.
There are a couple different ways you can do this. One way is to trim the bezel, plastic weld ABS and re-finish the entire bezel. Another way is the way I did it below. I only wanted to spend one day on the entire install from start to finish so I did it the easier and faster way.

I took the clip brackets from a AI 95-02 GM truck dash kit. They need to be spaced apart 1/2" on both sides of the unit in order to clip back into the dash properly, so I used 1/2" scrap of MDF. I used my digital calipers to take measurements of where to drill the mounting holes and where to place the brackets so it would go into the dash right the first time.
http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd269/jkmotorsports/DSC06145.jpg

The MDF spacers/mount:
http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd269/jkmotorsports/DSC06146.jpg

The clips mounted to the spacers:
http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd269/jkmotorsports/DSC06147.jpg

I removed the entire radio/hvac housing from the dash to make fitting and trimming easier.
http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd269/jkmotorsports/DSC06148.jpg

http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd269/jkmotorsports/DSC06149.jpg

Behind the radio, there is a metal bracket that is held in place by two rivets and two screws. The rivets can be drilled out, then the screws can be backed out to remove the bracket to make room for the new unit. Some units will require this bracket to be removed, some won't.
The trim bezel needs to be trimmed in pre-03 models to fit a dd unit. I used my Dremel, asst of files, and finally different grits of paper to trim and round-over the edges of the new opening to match the oem edges. Some people mention using a 03+ bezel, but the problem is that you'll need to reposition the HVAC controls, and the contour along the bottom edge of the bezel won't match up perfectly if you have the full legnth center console that butts up to the dash.
http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd269/jkmotorsports/DSC06151.jpg

http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd269/jkmotorsports/DSC06153.jpg

[PavementPounder]

Thanks JK. Stickie sticky stick

[02tahoe]

Do you have any pics of that lower monitor center console monitor set-up? I have been thinking of doing that exact same thing for my back-up monitor. I have the remote cassette deck and the cubby hole with a door there. Was thinking there would be some way of using the tape deck connection as an ipod hookup.

[JKmotorsports]

Do you have any pics of that lower monitor center console monitor set-up? I have been thinking of doing that exact same thing for my back-up monitor. I have the remote cassette deck and the cubby hole with a door there. Was thinking there would be some way of using the tape deck connection as an ipod hookup.
http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd269/jkmotorsports/Centerconsolescreen1.jpg

http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd269/jkmotorsports/Centerconsolescreen2.jpg

http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd269/jkmotorsports/Pioneerback-upcam2.jpg

http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd269/jkmotorsports/Centerconsolescreen8.jpg

[nytahoe]

nice work and wright up

[Timmy]

looks really good JK.

wanna buy me a DD?

[nytahoe]

i did the tv like that in my 03.
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d141/tahoe2003/DSCF0405.jpg
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d141/tahoe2003/DSCF0398.jpg

[Timmy]

glad you made it NY.

[JKmotorsports]

Here's one I did in an 04 Tahoe:
Center console, 8" Pioneer monitor and DVD player:
http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd269/jkmotorsports/misc/Picture373.jpg
http://i227.photobucket.com/albums/dd269/jkmotorsports/misc/Picture379.jpg

[Timmy]

good quality, but i don't like the cupholders. i guess i'm weird.

[dec322]

JK, what do you do for a living?

I'm loving the nav! This is something I can show to my wife and she will be all over it! I just changed the radio out in my 95 silverado so those adapters are looking very familiar right now. Good work.

[nytahoe]

glad you made it NY.

yea cause i would use that for a movie & back up cam and the top one for nav plus it was down low. plus i had the 2 headrest done.

[JKmotorsports]

JK, what do you do for a living?

I'm loving the nav! This is something I can show to my wife and she will be all over it! I just changed the radio out in my 95 silverado so those adapters are looking very familiar right now. Good work.

Thanks man. I've been installing and working on automotive electronics and custom fabrication for about 17 yrs.

[Timmy]

Thanks man. I've been installing and working on automotive electronics and custom fabrication for about 17 yrs.

how did you get into it?

[JKmotorsports]

how did you get into it?

I've always been into cars, electronics, and making things on my own whenever I could, so I took an electronics and automotive class in school. I worked on all my friends cars in school and a local shop took me in and that's where I started. I learned most of my fab skills from watching more experienced installers and also doing a lot on my own. I did more studying and acquired my MECP 1st Class and ASE A6 automotive electrical certs, and also did some studying in acoustical properties.

[Timmy]

I've always been into cars, electronics, and making things on my own whenever I could, so I took an electronics and automotive class in school. I worked on all my friends cars in school and a local shop took me in and that's where I started. I learned most of my fab skills from watching more experienced installers and also doing a lot on my own. I did more studying and acquired my MECP 1st Class and ASE A6 automotive electrical certs, and also did some studying in acoustical properties.

wow. that's cool. i've wanted to get into the same line, but i can't decide between that or culinary school

[02tahoe]

Thanks JK. That was exactly what I was looking for.
On a side note you guys need to get the donations set-up. I have no usefull knoweledge to give but sure do get a lot of money saving info off of here!:Handshake:

[Big Tap]

Yes, I agree...let's sticky this. This seems to be a common question dating back to the old tf.com site. Nice work on the '04 install JK. That looks really clean.

[HMFDZ28]

What did you use to fill in the sides of the DD?? Is that just more MDF or did you use an ABS plastic? Looks awsome BTW. I had to deal with this in my camaro and well its on the list for the truck.

[Big Tap]

He mentioned on the old forum that it is ABS plastic. It's a pretty good looking install.

[HMFDZ28]

Cooo thanks for the info!

[titanium02]

Tag.

JK I'm comin to TX in the spring.. I'll drop the yukon off and you can take care of the HVAC LED's and the Double Din :)

[coopiesb]

http://i628.photobucket.com/albums/uu5/cooperthetrooper/newpics220.jpg

elicpse double din just used the install kit

[fatnlowtahoe504]

http://i628.photobucket.com/albums/uu5/cooperthetrooper/newpics220.jpg

elicpse double din just used the install kit

you didnt do all the cutting with that one or something? what year is yours?

[JKmotorsports]

Coopies is at least an 03 or newer model that has the corporate dd hu. You can tell by the hvac controls in his pic.

[coopiesb]

yeah its an 04....... just had the plate that goes around it to fill the din...

[JKmotorsports]

So for those who don't know, the 03+ models already utilize a dd unit, so all you need is the avg $20 dash kit. But unfortunately, to integrate with the databus controlled hu, you're also going to need the more expensive wire harness/module.

[Sam Hamm]

the picture where you built the bottom screen for the 04 with a dvd player. did you use mdf or what to build the trim around the tv? and old same with the cupholders/dvd player.

and also what did you cover or paint it with.

[fatnlowtahoe504]

yea i didnt know if coopies was a 03+ LS or a 00-02 LS AC controls, i wish i could have a DD so bad, i would have to cut up my painted dash bezel to accommodate it...

[JKmotorsports]

the picture where you built the bottom screen for the 04 with a dvd player. did you use mdf or what to build the trim around the tv? and old same with the cupholders/dvd player.

and also what did you cover or paint it with.

I used MDF and fiberglass.

[Kyle C.]

So for those who don't know, the 03+ models already utilize a dd unit, so all you need is the avg $20 dash kit. But unfortunately, to integrate with the databus controlled hu, you're also going to need the more expensive wire harness/module.

So did you utalize dash kits from pre 03 and 03+ to get the flush finnish? I'm thinking of tackling the same job myself, I usually wouldnt even think of cutting or trimming the dash but you made it look pretty easy. I just want to make sure I can get the nice finnish look.

[JKmotorsports]

So did you utalize dash kits from pre 03 and 03+ to get the flush finnish? I'm thinking of tackling the same job myself, I usually wouldnt even think of cutting or trimming the dash but you made it look pretty easy. I just want to make sure I can get the nice finnish look.

I used the brackets from the older pre-03 kit and cut the rest of the trim pieces myself.

[jmildoc]

what kit did you buy that will clip into the factory cage that we already have?

[z71tahoe]

very nice install

[bigrhino]

I have a 2002 tahoe, would a 2003-06 benzel fit and be an easier install?

[BOTTOMLINETRACKS]

i would like someone to put a dd din in my white 2001 tahoe with full console. I live in ny..long island.

[BigDawg99]

i went to my local walmart Today and all they had was Scosche products...You wouldnt know the part numbers that i need for my 02 Yukon Denali..I dont really Care about the Chime and the Onstar...just want to get a DD installed on my Truck...

[gdddup]

just finished my double din install in my 2000. this how to was so helpful. props to JKmotorsports

[04ctd]

http://avic411.com/index.php?/topic/26611-d3-in-an-01-tahoe/page__gopid__227716#entry227716

JK, why are you using a D3?

I have one, and have learned it's quirks, but it's not really great at anything, but it is "good" at a few things

since they are aging, and becoming cheaper used, i was gonna get another just to prevent having to learn the quirks of another Navi system.

do you think I can use your method to put a DD in here:
it's a 2000 tahoe OBS

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b170/04vrscb/DSC02541.jpg

[mtyler7807]

I did this about a year ago. PM me if you need more info.

http://avic411.com/index.php?/topic/26611-d3-in-an-01-tahoe/page__gopid__227716#entry227716

JK, why are you using a D3?

I have one, and have learned it's quirks, but it's not really great at anything, but it is "good" at a few things

since they are aging, and becoming cheaper used, i was gonna get another just to prevent having to learn the quirks of another Navi system.

do you think I can use your method to put a DD in here:
it's a 2000 tahoe OBS



http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b170/04vrscb/DSC02541.jpg

[StephenC]

Just did mine in my 00 Hoe it was wicked easy going off of what you showed here.
Thanks man

[jasqid]

Hey JK, quick question for you on the 2002 truck DD install you did. (here: http://www.tahoeyukonforum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=595)

When you cut your dash bezel, did you also trim the piece between the radio and the cliamte controls, or was it soley the top and top right of the radio's bezel?

I've got a 2002 Tahoe and got all the tools to do what you did (with the exception of the digital calipers). I'm still debating with myself to cust the radio cage out like you did too.

[jasqid]

THANK JK,

I was able to put a 2 DIN in my 2002 Tahoe from your example.

[dwmmatt23]

my pioneer p3300bt double din is on the way so im tackeling this project next week, more confident after reading this.

[01yukon25]

New here, been looking at the forums since i got my 2001 yukon. Where do i get the clips at and how much do they cost?

[ekordas]

Very nice setup.

[TWITCH101]

When replacing the stock stereo do you keep the functionality of your rear controls? I'm talking about the center console for the second row of passengers.