Recent content by rayosequis

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    Best place to tap into ignition switched power ?

    I am going to install a Kenwood Excelon KDC-X494 in my '06 Silverado and after looking at the warnings about re-flasing BCM's or the computer being rendered inoperative with the aftermarket chime adapters, I would rather just bypass it (and now understand why the unit that came out of an '05 had...
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    Auto-dimming rearview mirror retrofit

    I have an '06 LS that came with the plain mirror. I went to a salvage yard today and picked one up from a 2000 Sierra (I think) that has the compass and auto-dimming function and looks very similar. I pulled the entire wiring harness that runs from under the dash all the way to the 3rd brake...
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    New Member from Houston

    Hello, I just purchased an '06 Silverado ECSB with the 4.8. I have not had a truck in quite a few years and am looking forward to driving and doing a few mild mods to this one. I had some reservations on the 4.8, but it drives well and hopefully isn't too bad on gas. -Ernie