Radio (HU) replacement.

[moosehead]

Ok, so my radio is starting to take a dump on me and I'm looking to replace it.
I have an 05 denali with factory Bose and navigation.
I was thinking of searching junk yards for a replacement to keep it original. I've seen the head unit for around $150. That's a lot cheaper the any aftermarket.

What I was wondering is what years I can pull the radio out of that would be compatible.

Thanks.

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[mals]

Ok, so my radio is starting to take a dump on me and I'm looking to replace it.
I have an 05 denali with factory Bose and navigation.
I was thinking of searching junk yards for a replacement to keep it original. I've seen the head unit for around $150. That's a lot cheaper the any aftermarket.

What I was wondering is what years I can pull the radio out of that would be compatible.

From what I understand, factory radios are coded to the VIN of the vehicle that they were originally installed in, and you will need to have it reprogrammed to work with your vehicle.

EDIT: Actually, I just did a quick search and it looks like if you are willing to crack the replacement radio open, there is a single chip you can remove to bypass the VIN lock.

 

[moosehead]

Yes I know that. Most dealers will reprogram it for a fee.
The radios are also tied to the "computer" in the vehicle. Not all GM factory radios will work in all GM vehicles.
I am looking to find out what year Tahoe, or yukon, I can pull the radio out of.
Will any 00 - 06 work or can I expand my search.

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[mals]

Not all GM factory radios will work in all GM vehicles.I am looking to find out what year Tahoe, or yukon, I can pull the radio out of. Will any 00 - 06 work or can I expand my search.

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Gotcha.

Putting your vehicle and radio specs into car-part.com it looks like all the donor vehicles listed are 2005-2006 Denalis/Escalades/Z71s/Avalanches.

 

[adventurenali92]

^that is correct. The pre-2005 models from what i understand are not compatible in the 2005 and 2006 trucks. Not sure why but that's what I've read. I replaced the factory nav system in my 2006 in the spring last year. But I went aftermarket. I wanted Bluetooth calling and streaming abilities as well as an updated nav system. It's way better than the stock unit.

 

[moosehead]

Thanks that helps. I would like to go aftermarket but $500 is my limit right now. That includes the harnesses. I'll install myself.

Do you know if I can look at Silverado as well?

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[mals]

Do you know if I can look at Silverado as well?

I think you can look at any 2005-2006 GM that has the UM8 RPO option if you want a direct replacement for what you have now.

 

[gtrslngrchris]

I just replaced the factory nav in my '05 Tahoe LT if you're interested in it. Buttons are worn down but it's otherwise perfectly functional and has 2 of the map discs with it.

 

[adventurenali92]

I bought my clarion unit that does everything I wanted for $500. If you decide to look into aftermarket there are deals out there that will do you want. You just have to know how to shop for them.

 

[moosehead]

I just replaced the factory nav in my '05 Tahoe LT if you're interested in it. Buttons are worn down but it's otherwise perfectly functional and has 2 of the map discs with it.

I'll let you know. Thanks.

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[moosehead]

I bought my clarion unit that does everything I wanted for $500. If you decide to look into aftermarket there are deals out there that will do you want. You just have to know how to shop for them.

Was $500 including all harness?

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[adventurenali92]

^yes sir.

 

[David Paul]

Thanks that helps. I would like to go aftermarket but $500 is my limit right now. That includes the harnesses. I'll install myself.

Do you know if I can look at Silverado as well?

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If your budget is $500, please do yourself a favor and check out Crutchfield. I just replaced a friends HU in an 05, Kenwood touch screen,DVD, Bluetooth, rear view camera, XM, mounting kit, and harness. It was about $600 but that was for everything and pretty top of the line HU. There were less expensive options that would give you an up to date HU within you budget. If your going through the "trouble" to replace it, bring it up to date. I say trouble but it really is pretty much plug and play with the right harness. Just my thoughts.....fwiw...

 

[03YukonNH]

^ what he said but after you spec everything out on crutchfield, type in all those part #s into amazon and save yourself $100 - $200.

 

[jarydM]

If your budget is $500, please do yourself a favor and check out Crutchfield. I just replaced a friends HU in an 05, Kenwood touch screen,DVD, Bluetooth, rear view camera, XM, mounting kit, and harness. It was about $600 but that was for everything and pretty top of the line HU. There were less expensive options that would give you an up to date HU within you budget. If your going through the "trouble" to replace it, bring it up to date. I say trouble but it really is pretty much plug and play with the right harness. Just my thoughts.....fwiw...

I priced the Pioneer 3800 on Crutchfield with the harnesses, install guide, backup camera for about $450

I'm getting the playback bypass from amazon for ~$5

the stock unit in these, even the BOSE, is clunky, underpowered, slow, and unreliable. Go aftermarket, it'll make your life easier.

 

[moosehead]

I forgot to add that I would like to keep my xm radio also.

I'm torn on whether to get a navigation unit or just android auto capable. I need mapping for Canada which eliminates some of the units. I know it's probably more practical just to use my phone for navigation.

I have been searching on crutchfield for what I want. I spoke to them a couple times and they are very helpful.

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