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  1. SSandfish

    Audio Upgrade In My 2005 2500 XL - Details

    This is correct. The ohm levels of the speakers that I installed pretty much align with the channels on the factory Bose amp and will not over-drive it. Not a lot of options out there, but very happy with this setup. I installed a small 500 watt NVX mono sub amp. Cheap, but drives the Pioneer...
  2. SSandfish

    Audio Upgrade In My 2005 2500 XL - Details

    Did a little "head to head" comparison this weekend. The Focals are definitely a better speaker than the NVX's. Much smoother and efficient. But, not 4x the cost better! To your point above, I have had these Focal's for a long time (10+ years) and they have been great! Not sure the NVX's will...
  3. SSandfish

    Audio Upgrade In My 2005 2500 XL - Details

    Agreed! The majority of the improvement is from the Pioneer head unit. Everything is controlled through the head unit (EQ, Crossover, Sub Output). You would not get this level of improvement using the OE head unit. I am shocked at the clarity of the OE Bose amp. The Focals will definitely push...
  4. SSandfish

    Audio Upgrade In My 2005 2500 XL - Details

    Thanks! I am surprised how the NVX components sound. I have Focal components in the Blazer and these NVX easily sound just as good. We'll see how they last. And the sub amp is compact and has been great. Zero complaints! Thanks! Kinda funny that you ask. My wife listens to audio books...
  5. SSandfish

    Looking for some flares for my 2005 XL

    Wow! That is a lot. Thanks! The funny thing is that I was digging for the Bushwhacker flares. The initial picture on the website shows a similar set. But, once you click and dig into it, the photos show the larger OE style. I did not want to spend $400-$500 on a "maybe" . I'll keep...
  6. SSandfish

    Audio Upgrade In My 2005 2500 XL - Details

    Hi all, A lot of info out there and I figured I would post what I did on my XL. This setup allowed me to keep the factory Bose amp. First, I am an old guy and have been a die-hard rock and metal guy since my older brothers were unwrapping their new Sabbath and VH1 albums! I have been...
  7. SSandfish

    Looking for some flares for my 2005 XL

    Thanks for the pointers! All valid. I will keep watching and see what comes up. I am not sure where the original small flares came from. Thee are no part numbers or anythign on them to cross reference. I don't dislike the current flares. I just like the others better. :)
  8. SSandfish

    Looking for some flares for my 2005 XL

    Hi all, I am looking for the smaller flares shown below. I have been searching, but can't find then anywhere! These are old and a couple of them are broken at the clip points. I was working to remove them to re-finish them, but one is completely useless and another is questionable. Two are...
  9. SSandfish

    New 2005 Yukon XL 2500 SLT 8.1 Owner - Colorado

    LOL! No turbo or nitrous for this one. I have my hotrod (see Blazer above). This is my overlander an I am going to keep it as clean and reliable as possible. I may get some tuning done to improve this a bit, but nothing major. Thank you! And thanks for your service! Lived in Hillsboro for...
  10. SSandfish

    New 2005 Yukon XL 2500 SLT 8.1 Owner - Colorado

    Ha! My wife hates the Blazer. Says it looks like a stupid high school kids car! I just tell her that if I had this thing when I was in HS, I would have been the king!
  11. SSandfish

    New 2005 Yukon XL 2500 SLT 8.1 Owner - Colorado

    Nice! Man... I get it! I have had and sold so many cool cars and there are a few that I still wish I had. My biggest mistake was selling my 1996 Impala SS. Loved that car! But... Life happens! I bought the Blazer with the intent to get it where it is today. I doubt I will do another...
  12. SSandfish

    New 2005 Yukon XL 2500 SLT 8.1 Owner - Colorado

    Thanks! I'll check your build thread. Will definitely be looking at the leveling kit. Not sure what I want to do about wheels yet. The PO put the tires on them right before he put it up for sale. Brand new (10k now anyway). Still have the nibs on them. Once it comes time to replace them, I'll...
  13. SSandfish

    New 2005 Yukon XL 2500 SLT 8.1 Owner - Colorado

    Thank you! Glad to be here! Sweet 3500! 100% agree on the coolness and rarity of this rig! It was really a fluke how I came across it. Was searching nationwide for one for a long time and this one popped up. Was very lucky to find it! Kind of a crazy story - will detail it one of these days...
  14. SSandfish

    New 2005 Yukon XL 2500 SLT 8.1 Owner - Colorado

    Thank you! These forums are great with a lot of great knowledge to be shared. I am part of the S10 Forum with an LS3 swapped 2003 Blazer Xtreme and the forum has been a huge help through the build process. Very nice setup in your Yukon! Love that Whipple Whine!
  15. SSandfish

    New 2005 Yukon XL 2500 SLT 8.1 Owner - Colorado

    Thanks all! Yes. I built the sub box initially to hold a 10" sub, but the 12" fit well. The Pioneer shallow sub does not need much volume and it sounds excellent! The full system is upgraded and I was really surprised on how good it sounds. I added the Pioneer DVD player, kept the Bose amp...
  16. SSandfish

    New 2005 Yukon XL 2500 SLT 8.1 Owner - Colorado

    Thanks for the comments. I agree! I searched for about 6 months before I found this. It was a "meant to be" scenario. Is in overall excellent shape. Zero rust. Fully undercoated. Runs perfectly! Had some standard seat wear. I am VERY happy with the Seatshop seat bottoms and cushions. Seat...
  17. SSandfish

    New 2005 Yukon XL 2500 SLT 8.1 Owner - Colorado

    Hi all, New to "this" forum, but a member of others. So glad to be here! I have been a member of other forums and they are amazing sources of information and friendships. Currently a member of the S10 forum with a 2003 Blazer Xtreme LS3 swap project. Summary: I had a 20 year old Titan and I...

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