grrr... Posted December 12, 2014 Report Share Posted December 12, 2014 (edited) Purchased my SSS on December 1, 2014. This is my build thread. Thanks for viewing... Updated December 17, 2014 As purchased... K&N FIPK intake True dual exhaust with Flowmaster 40s 24" CABO wheels Clarion head unit Alpine Type-R door speakers The first thing that had to go were those hideous wheels. I sourced some 2015 LTZ wheels and put them on before signing the paperwork for the truck! Also pictured, FM antenna deleted... Next, I replaced the tired head unit with a new JVC and the rear door speakers with some Pioneer 3-ways... Out with the old flip up... In with the new double din JVC... <Add new JVC/Pioneer pictures later> Next, the cheap headlight bulbs were replaced with Silverstar Ultra low/high along with the 'Lows on High diode mod' I also replaced the DRL bulbs with amber colored bulbs and did the DRL on Park mod... Mod can be found here: http://www.silveradoss.com/forums/topic/83673-different-light-options-4-high-6-high-etc/ Lastly, I painted the chrome portion of the grille back to black to retain the factory look. I also added a knock off camaro ss emblem. This will be a temporary hold until my local u-pull it has an 06-07 I can pillage for the new front end... MAJOR UPDATE: I removed the upside down SS emblems!! Don't have the $120+ to spend on SS emblems right now, so I got some die-cut decals until I have the extra cash... Coming up... 4 taillight mod LED bulb replacement Custom hitch cover Corvette Brakes Texas Speed 228R Camshaft Headers Edited December 28, 2014 by grrr... (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Downeast Johnny Posted December 12, 2014 Report Share Posted December 12, 2014 Good move on the wheels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
powell Posted December 12, 2014 Report Share Posted December 12, 2014 So far so good! The 2015 wheels look sharp! You should plan on buying a new grille to get ride of the chrome and get the proper honeycomb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jddmj Posted December 12, 2014 Report Share Posted December 12, 2014 So far so good! The 2015 wheels look sharp! You should plan on buying a new grille to get ride of the chrome and get the proper honeycomb. Agreed. Or just go ahead and do a 06 front end. You plan on changing the hood anyway. The grill is different on the 06 front end than the '03. So lower grills would need to be changed too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aldofashow Posted December 12, 2014 Report Share Posted December 12, 2014 Same as others said the stock SS Silverado grille was all blacked out and had the same honeycomb as the bumper probably had some front end damage at one time and that was easyer to find still looks like they did a good job repairing beside diehard SS guys nobody else would know that it's not an SS grille Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
90zxdriver Posted December 12, 2014 Report Share Posted December 12, 2014 Great move in the wheels. First thing I dis to my truck was get rid of the gaudy chrome aftermarket wheels the PO put on it and replace them with the stock SS 20's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
03SSBoy Posted December 12, 2014 Report Share Posted December 12, 2014 Flip those ss emblems please lol and looking good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aldofashow Posted December 12, 2014 Report Share Posted December 12, 2014 (edited) Flip those ss emblems please lol and looking good you forgot to mention to swap the SS on the tailgate to the left side where they are at home Edited December 12, 2014 by Aldofashow (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
03SSBoy Posted December 12, 2014 Report Share Posted December 12, 2014 yes that one too lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aldofashow Posted December 12, 2014 Report Share Posted December 12, 2014 (edited) To the original poster we are not picking on you we are just trying to help you have the best SS Silverado you can these are simple changes that stay true to the off the lot look your truck has been painted still not bad mine is due for paint it's just the nature of the beast with an 11 year old truck just swap these things and you'll be back in business. Edited December 12, 2014 by Aldofashow (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grrr... Posted December 13, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 13, 2014 Good move on the wheels. Thanks! So far so good! The 2015 wheels look sharp! You should plan on buying a new grille to get ride of the chrome and get the proper honeycomb. Yea, I'm diggin the wheels. I just painted/cleared the grille to black. I definetly want to get the front end back to stock like you said. Working one step at the time. Agreed. Or just go ahead and do a 06 front end. You plan on changing the hood anyway. The grill is different on the 06 front end than the '03. So lower grills would need to be changed too. So if I were to go to an 06 front end, what all is necessary? I like the look of those, but it would be lower on my list. Same as others said the stock SS Silverado grille was all blacked out and had the same honeycomb as the bumper probably had some front end damage at one time and that was easyer to find still looks like they did a good job repairing beside diehard SS guys nobody else would know that it's not an SS grille Yea, it would seem the whole truck has been pieced back together. However, it runs really strong and shifts like butter. I changed all the fluids, filters, and pretty much every other normal wear part 2 days after I got it to ensure it was ready to be a reliable DD. And I couldn't agree more, first thing I noticed was the grille. I want to stay true to the SS form and not stray too far. Great move in the wheels. First thing I dis to my truck was get rid of the gaudy chrome aftermarket wheels the PO put on it and replace them with the stock SS 20's Thanks! Flip those ss emblems please lol and looking good Holy Crap, I didn't even notice that. So if I'm right, the door emblems are on upside down? I'll get some better pics to verify. you forgot to mention to swap the SS on the tailgate to the left side where they are at home I thought that it went on the left, but I wasn't sure. I don't drive with a tailgate on unless I'm carrying something so only a small infraction on my part, but I will definetly get it moved to the proper location. Gotta respect the SS. yes that one too lol To the original poster we are not picking on you we are just trying to help you have the best SS Silverado you can these are simple changes that stay true to the off the lot look your truck has been painted still not bad mine is due for paint it's just the nature of the beast with an 11 year old truck just swap these things and you'll be back in business. No offense taken. I'm glad to be part of a group that cares about it's vehicles. I want to get it back to that off the lot look as you mentioned. When I have time in the coming week, I will take/post some more detailed pics so you guys can help critique and help me get it back to "stock". Once, again thank you all for your replies and advice! I look forward to bringing this SS back to it's former glory and maybe add a little more in the process. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grrr... Posted December 13, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 13, 2014 Ok, just went out and looked. I'll be damned. The emblems sure are on upside down. Gotta get that squared away quickly. Don't wanna look like a tool. If I want the original replacement, am I stuck with dealer prices or where do you guys recommend? I would just remove them and get new double sided tape, but I think they won't be as flush as stock. Thoughts, objections, opinions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muggs Posted December 13, 2014 Report Share Posted December 13, 2014 Good move on the wheels.X2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jddmj Posted December 13, 2014 Report Share Posted December 13, 2014 The 06 front end on a ss is the hd style hood, 06 painted grill, and the 06 bumper grills. Everything should bolt up no problem. The grill you have now maybe look better now that out is painted, but the grill insert is still wrong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akslowroller Posted December 14, 2014 Report Share Posted December 14, 2014 Congrats on the new truck. And you are def. headed in the right direction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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