Dave_SS

I would say silver. I've never seen one yet...and I live in an area of 6 mil ppl. I've seen blue quite a few times. It was actually the first SSS I saw that started this whole mess for me. Red is nice, but after having been stopped well over 60 times for speeding in my short driving career, I figured I didn't need any more attention than necessary. I've never had a single ticket go on my record...attorneys are good for something! I got a black one. Seems to work; maybe it's just experience speaking or maybe I'm just getting old and light footed.

Just in case anyone is wondering... Bose f'n blows; the only thing they're good at is marketing. I've been into audio in some form or another (home/mobile) for around 18 years. Some of you guys are handy with engines; I'm handy with audio stuff. Without tossing names and money around, I've heard and spent time with some of the world's most acclaimed equipment (cost does NOT always translate to quality). Having said that... ...mobile audio is an entirely different monster than home audio. IMO, it's all about the fun. You tend to like it loud (fun!) and clear over imaging, timbre, speed, and resolution. In the car/truck, you must compensate for road noise by increasing bass levels. With a Bose system, the treble is extremely weak. This should likely be boosted, but there's a limit to the amount of boost. Boosting the equalization too much can create unnecessary distortion and phasing problems. Ideally, you don't want equalization at all, nor do you want a music signal to pass through an equalizer's circuitry. Luckily, this amount of detail can't be heard in your truck on a stock/Bose system. Equalization is a last resort; that's what a proper set of speakers is for. Shamefully, I have to turn my Bose EQ up to about 3/4 bass & treble. As for fader settings, I don't want to hear the crappy speakers in the back and I want to hear the audio in front of me. I turn my fader setting to the front until I can just barely hear the ones in the back. It not only improves the sound since the speakers in the front are superior, it also makes communication with passengers in the back seat easier. I never adjust the balance. If, for example, you want to hear the speakers on the passenger side better, then physically move them by placing both the left and right speakers in the kick panels (custom mod required). I don't really think this will be an issue though. Just kick your passengers out so they don't block your sound. Since I've got some time to kill, some tips: 1. Speakers first. Replace the stock speakers. Buy a good set, one that sounds good to you, but there's no need to buy the best unless you're willing to go all out with modifications to the interior of your ride. If you have a Bose system, you'll need to install a new amplifier as well since the ohm ratings don't come close to matching, unless you're using an aftermarket head unit. You should get one anyway to make the most of them. 2. Buy a reputable amp, not a cheapy. In the electronic world, you tend to get what you pay for until you move into the 'audiophile' realm. The more power the better, but don't go too crazy unless you want to fry the speakers. 100 wpc RMS is pretty good, but not necessary. A head unit's amp doesn't compare to an external amp. 3. After upgrading, ditch the rear speakers. 4. If you have to EQ, you need a new set of speakers. 5. Need more bass? Get a subwoofer with it's own dedicated amplifier. Your crossover point will become a huge factor to a clean sound with tight bass and clear mids/highs. Generally, 50-80Hz. I'll shut up now.

Thanks for the advice! Anyone have a part number?

Hey guys! I'm happy to have found this site and have enjoyed reading so much I had to join. It all started with a dream... Many years ago, I became obsessed with the old 454 SS's and tried my hardest to get one, but my parents weren't to keen to that being my first vehicle. Instead, I got a crappy GMC Jimmy that would slow down when going up a hill, floored. However, they also told me when I made my own money, I could buy whatever I wanted. I never forgot that. I vowed to never drive a powerless pos like that again. Enter a 91 Chevy Silverado w/ a 5.7L. It became my own personal sandbox for learning about engines, performance, and everything else. It was a good truck and ran pretty dang well after I got through with it. I even put 454SS buckets and a console in it! But after 10 years, I needed a new toy. Having seen the new SS's, I thought that the extended cab was a strange choice for a sport truck, but I quickly got over that. It would be perfect: room for my chit, friends, and still lots of juice. I never thought I'd be able to afford one, but things were going well at work. Unaware of a backstabbing by my-then boss, HR found out I was owed some back pay...enough to make a substantial down payment on a vehicle. I got to looking the local classifieds and saw a mint SS with only 9K miles, only 1 year old. After doing my homework, I went down to look and spent all day working the sales guy. We finally settled on a reasonable price and the rest is history! I've been driving this truck for almost 3 years, and I still love it (still has that new leather smell too!)! Now all I lack are other folks that appreciate such things to chat with...hmm, well, problem solved. I'm happy to be here and look forward to hanging out with you guys! --Dave_SS

Hi guys! New guy here... I've left my truck stock for longer than I can stand. I'm planning a custom tune, CAI, and exhaust to start. About the exhaust, my main question is about mufflers. I don't want my truck to be loud. A little louder than stock is ok, like a low rumble, but no loud stuff for now. What would be the best choice to gain the most low-end power and still keep it fairly quiet? My last truck had Flowmaster 40's and was too loud. Besides, eventually I'll be installing a high-end stereo and I want to hear it. My target power band is 0-60mph. Also, instead of buying a cat-back system, I can have a small-town guy custom install any system I'd like. He's pretty dang cheap and does good work. Any recommendations for pipe-sizes, single or dual, etc.? In other words, what would have him do with your exhaust? Keep in mind I cannot remove the catalytic converter! They have roadside emissions checkpoints here that will happily send you a ticket in the mail if you don't pass... Thanks in advance, and I'm happy to meet you all!