2001 Suburban stock speaker upgrade

[TexasChevy86]

I just purchased a new to me 2001 Suburban and a majority of the speakers are blown. I wanted to ask you guys for brand recommendations to upgrade all the stock speakers. Would like a rich sound, but I prefer not to go the route of subs/amps/wiring etc., as they will probably just get stolen where I live. Just prefer to look at some stock replacements for the doors/panels.

 

[Raserx63]

Head over to Crutchfield.com . Even if you don't buy from them , they have a lot of reviews so you can get some ideas. I went with Kicker 6.5 inch components up front and mounted the tweeters in the stock location on the A pillars. In the rear doors , I also put 6.5" Kickers . They needed an adapter ring to fit as the stock rear door speakers are 5.25". Changing the head unit made a big difference in power , clarity and overall functionality as well...with the hands free calling and Apple CarPlay. My truck had the Bose 6 CD radio with the factory sub in the console. I didn't mess with the sub. I believe the 01' trucks had the sub in the rear..

 

[TexasChevy86]

Head over to Crutchfield.com . Even if you don't buy from them , they have a lot of reviews so you can get some ideas. I went with Kicker 6.5 inch components up front and mounted the tweeters in the stock location on the A pillars. In the rear doors , I also put 6.5" Kickers . They needed an adapter ring to fit as the stock rear door speakers are 5.25". Changing the head unit made a big difference in power , clarity and overall functionality as well...with the hands free calling and Apple CarPlay. My truck had the Bose 6 CD radio with the factory sub in the console. I didn't mess with the sub. I believe the 01' trucks had the sub in the rear.

Thanks a bunch. I’ll check them out

 

[Jason in DLH]

Been a customer of Crutchfield since the late 90’s. Always good products and always good service.

 

[Joseph Garcia]

As stated above, Crutchfield is the way to go, as an integral part of your research, even if you don't ultimately purchase from them. Get them on the phone and have a conversation with them, regarding your needs, as well as what you don't want to do (external amps). The advice is solid and free. They will give you solid options that will meet your needs and be well matched to the low power that your stock head units puts out, as you definitely do not want to select new speakers that require more power to run than you stock head unit can deliver.

 

[TexasChevy86]

As stated above, Crutchfield is the way to go, as an integral part of your research, even if you don't ultimate purchase from them. Get them on the phone and have a conversation with them, regarding your needs, as well as what you don't want to do (external amps). The advice is solid and free. They will give you solid options that will meet your needs and be well matched to the low power that your stock head units puts out, as you definitely do not want to select new speakers that require more power to run than you stock head unit can deliver.

Thanks for the advice and insight. Looks like Crutchfield is the clear winner here I should have initially specified that I DEFINITELY want to replace the head unit, as Bluetooth capability is mandatory. I will give them a holler regarding that too.

 

[Raserx63]

Here is my install , I also used the correct modules to keep steering wheel controls ,etc.. I chose this Sony because it is single DIN sized behind the screen which left space for the harness and adapter modules. I also put in a back up cam while I was at it.

 

[TexasChevy86]

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Here is my install , I also used the correct modules to keep steering wheel controls ,etc.. I chose this Sony because it is single DIN sized behind the screen which left space for the harness and adapter modules. I also put in a back up cam while I was at it.

Oh that looks awesome! Was it hard to fit the screen in there?

 

[treehan77]

Question about your Sony. Does it pick whatever radio station it wants for you? I have a Sony that looks the same, I love it, CarPlay etc. but the radio part (admittedly don’t use it often) is crap. It will change radio station every time I get in the car. It also tried to put words on the presets, so I never know what frequency is what. Annoying.

 

[Danny3737]

That is the exact same unit I put in mine. I also put the same unit in all my kids cars. Love the big screen and Apple Car Play. I also like the volume knob.

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Here is my install , I also used the correct modules to keep steering wheel controls ,etc.. I chose this Sony because it is single DIN sized behind the screen which left space for the harness and adapter modules. I also put in a back up cam while I was at it.

 

[Joseph Garcia]

Thanks for the advice and insight. Looks like Crutchfield is the clear winner here I should have initially specified that I DEFINITELY want to replace the head unit, as Bluetooth capability is mandatory. I will give them a holler regarding that too.

Good to know, regarding your desire to replace your head unit. Kenwood, Pioneer, Sony, and Alpine are favorites of folks here in the Forum, with Kenwood and Pioneer being the most popular (not necessarily because they are better than the other two).

One item to note, however, regarding aftermarket head units and their power output. While aftermarket head units 'may' have increased power over your OEM head unit, most of them won't deliver more than 40 watts RMS per channel for power output. While 40 watts RMS is a good amount of power, you still need to make sure that the speakers that you select and purchase will produce good sound and volume at 40 watts RMS, as some aftermarket speakers, particularly higher quality speakers, will not operate at peak performance with only 40 watts RMS (though many will).

 

[Raserx63]

Oh that looks awesome! Was it hard to fit the screen in there?

No , not at all. It just took some trial and error with the mounting points to get it centered.

 

[Raserx63]

Question about your Sony. Does it pick whatever radio station it wants for you? I have a Sony that looks the same, I love it, CarPlay etc. but the radio part (admittedly don’t use it often) is crap. It will change radio station every time I get in the car. It also tried to put words on the presets, so I never know what frequency is what. Annoying.

Gee thats odd... I haven't experienced anything like that with this unit. Maybe something not wired correctly and its resetting when you shut the truck off? I don't know..

 

[Ken Rolls]

I just purchased a new to me 2001 Suburban and a majority of the speakers are blown. I wanted to ask you guys for brand recommendations to upgrade all the stock speakers. Would like a rich sound, but I prefer not to go the route of subs/amps/wiring etc., as they will probably just get stolen where I live. Just prefer to look at some stock replacements for the doors/panels.

I just installed a set of autotek 3way 6.5s in my 02 burb. $44.95 for all 4 off eBay. Took an hour to do all 4. Used the factory retainer on the front doors. Screwed in the rear. Ordered a planet audio 8 for the rear but in the mean time wired a 15 Memphis sub to the factory output. It bangs pretty good since it's a 2ohm configuration.

 

[Partsguy61]

I just installed these in my 02 Yukon. Very happy with them using just the power of the new Pioneer head unit. The amp isn't hooked up yet. I highly recommend these as a stock replacement. Add some power and they will really come to life.
Frt. Doors - https://www.crutchfield.com/p_500SS65C/Alpine-S-S65C.html?tp=106
Rear Doors - https://www.crutchfield.com/p_500SS65/Alpine-S-S65.html?tp=78072