Dash Replaced

[_GMAN_]

Just as I’m sure everyone experienced, the dash in my Suburban was so far gone, there were craters everywhere. The cover was so brittle that pieces just cracked off at random. The first order of business replace dash cover. At first I was looking at the Dashskin, but I later realized that wasn’t going to work because the cover cracked all the way down by the headlight bezel. Here in Houston there are a lot of vendors selling fiberglass dash covers. I was skeptical at first, but after checking out was a replay over cost from the dealer, I thought what do I have to loos, so I picked up one. It’s a complete cover and the front vent cover.

 

[Trey Hardy]

Just as I’m sure everyone experienced, the dash in my Suburban was so far gone, there were craters everywhere. The cover was so brittle that pieces just cracked off at random. The first order of business replace dash cover. At first I was looking at the Dashskin, but I later realized that wasn’t going to work because the cover cracked all the way down by the headlight bezel. Here in Houston there are a lot of vendors selling fiberglass dash covers. I was skeptical at first, but after checking out was a replay over cost from the dealer, I thought what do I have to loos, so I picked up one. It’s a complete cover and the front vent cover.

Got a price and company name or website for where you got it? We need answers lol

 

[_GMAN_]

Here in South Texas there are many vendors selling these on FB Marketplace. The one I bought mine from has a brick and mortar, but they also sell on Marketplace. Here are a few.

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[_GMAN_]

The next step was to remove the old dash. The dash literally fell apart as I pulled it apart as I removed all the screws. Everything looked pretty self explanatory as I pulled it out. The plastic was really brittle.

 

[89Suburban]

Holy crap haha

 

[_GMAN_]

Since I had the dash out, I decided to remove the two cigarette lighters and add USB's

 

[Scrappycrow]

Since I had the dash out, I decided to remove the two cigarette lighters and add USB's

Those look neat -- what brand & part number are they?

I have installed Blue Sea Systems USB chargers in my other vehicles, but if this one has better specs, that'd be good to know.

 

[mikez71]

And what's that button for? Breaker reset? On/Off?
Or it it just an LED lense?

I'd only replace one, in case I need a plug...
(I do for my clone Tech 2. Candi module no work without DC adapter plugged in)

But I might replace one if I could keep the factory cover...

 

[Doubeleive]

Just as I’m sure everyone experienced, the dash in my Suburban was so far gone, there were craters everywhere. The cover was so brittle that pieces just cracked off at random. The first order of business replace dash cover. At first I was looking at the Dashskin, but I later realized that wasn’t going to work because the cover cracked all the way down by the headlight bezel. Here in Houston there are a lot of vendors selling fiberglass dash covers. I was skeptical at first, but after checking out was a replay over cost from the dealer, I thought what do I have to loos, so I picked up one. It’s a complete cover and the front vent cover.

so any pictures of how it looks now installed? any fitment issue's?

 

[_GMAN_]

I purchased these on Amazon. The fitment for the lighter was a bit smaller than the USB adapter, so I had to Dremel it a bit to open it up. I also put one in the back seat for the rear passengers. I still have a lighter in the center console and the back if I need one. This is the exact one I used. It's a simple hook up. The only thing I hate is the aux fuse is a constant 12v. I am thinking of rewiring them to a proper ACC that turns off when I cut the engine.

https://a.co/d/7JPcEQv

 

[Scrappycrow]

I am thinking of rewiring them to a proper ACC that turns off when I cut the engine.

Thanks for the link!

What's the issue with power to them being on all the time? Do they have a high passive draw?

 

[justchecking]

Thanks for the link!

What's the issue with power to them being on all the time? Do they have a high passive draw?

I use those. That little button on the right turns them on and off. I have left them on before while the cars have sat for a few days with no problem. The passive draw does not seem to be too much.
Edit: So I had one in the shop and measured it. Off current is 2mA. On current with no load is 8mA. On current with load is dependent on what you have hooked to it of course. .

 

[j91z28d1]

I purchased these on Amazon. The fitment for the lighter was a bit smaller than the USB adapter, so I had to Dremel it a bit to open it up. I also put one in the back seat for the rear passengers. I still have a lighter in the center console and the back if I need one. This is the exact one I used. It's a simple hook up. The only thing I hate is the aux fuse is a constant 12v. I am thinking of rewiring them to a proper ACC that turns off when I cut the engine.

https://a.co/d/7JPcEQv

if you can find the retained power wire at the radio somewhere. that might nice to use instead of a hard cut with the key acc. I have mine wired to acc and use it for the Bluetooth dongle so it doesn't kill the battery but it would be nice if it stayed in with the radio till you open the door or it times out.

 

[mikez71]

I believe the radio only has batt power, and relies on gmlan to turn the radio off(and on!!! despite the power button on the radio, I believe if you just wired power to the radio, it won't work!!).

The MBEC has a plug terminal that has retained accessory power, but at 300mA, you probably need to wire a relay to power anything reasonable).
Also a 10A run/crank feed, which may not be enough for 3 adapters fully loaded...
I purchased from this exact seller since he has a better listing with the info u need

2007-2013 GM UPFITTER Chevy GMC Junction Block MBEC Connector | 13504592 | 20791502 | Aftermarket

MBEC Mid-Bussed Electrical Connector. Junction Block Connector. Chevy GMC Truck. (Retained Accessory Power). RedWire 12ga Battery Feed 30 Amp Position 5. Violet16ga Wire Run/Crank Feed 10 Amp Position 7.

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funny I wish the radio would go out with key off, cuz if I wanted the radio on, I would just leave key in?

I do really like extended accessory power (autosync programming feature).
With that I can key out, open doors, and still row my windows down. (for upto 250 seconds maximum after the door opens.)
Also can hit remote unlock and there will be accessory power..don't need to insert key..
(can remote power windows for that matter, but only full open or full closed..)