Thanks for chiming in, WX4EMT. Got a question for you... I'm going to have to replace the factory manual folding mirrors with power folders. I prefer the basic black plastic but the power folders only come with chrome or paint-to-match outer caps. I've thought about spraying black bedliner on them. What do you think?
2013 Tahoe Police Package PPV
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Chrome on a PPV / SSV... oh my.. probably not..
Bedliner mirror covers have their merit because the bugs will be easier to hose off but if I could market a product to solve that problem it would be a standard paint to match the truck mirror cover but it would be coated with PTFE (teflon).
Meanwhile back in my own little universe where reality is dictated by money, plain old satin black Krylon would have to do and would probably look just fine.
Retractable mirrors...... hummmmm maybe I'm just a little jealous.
Bedliner mirror covers have their merit because the bugs will be easier to hose off but if I could market a product to solve that problem it would be a standard paint to match the truck mirror cover but it would be coated with PTFE (teflon).
Meanwhile back in my own little universe where reality is dictated by money, plain old satin black Krylon would have to do and would probably look just fine.
Retractable mirrors...... hummmmm maybe I'm just a little jealous.
I have the retractables on my 2012 and removed the chrome to put the black paint to match caps and didnt paint them. Perfect.
I bought the paint to match caps, but I didnt paint them. They are matte black and don't have a perfectly smooth finish - the exact thing I was looking for.
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DO NOT ORDER THE 9N5. When you do that, the truck is built with the console and when it goes across the street to the upfitter (Kerr) they will then remove it for you (and charge you). If you leave it in, your truck will come with it. When you do your install and remove the front seats, the console will just lift out. You will save money, have the console if you want it or can sell it on ebay.
The SSV and PPV do not support iPhone interconnect. I got the iSimple unit for well under $100. It is an easy 5 min install and works great.
Not only am I planning on getting one console--I'm gonna get two (the one that doubles as a middle seat and the longer one that goes all the way up to the dash).
Which iSimple unit did you use? Looking at their website now... I'll probably still just replace the stereo with a top of the line Alpine unit ASAP.
Anyone know if the textured black mirror caps are interchangeable with the chrome mirror caps that come on a lot of the DL3 power folding mirrors?
Which iSimple unit did you use? Looking at their website now... I'll probably still just replace the stereo with a top of the line Alpine unit ASAP.
Anyone know if the textured black mirror caps are interchangeable with the chrome mirror caps that come on a lot of the DL3 power folding mirrors?
gesucks
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iSimple Gateway. ISGM571 found for 100 online.
gesucks
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Mine worked fine. Was recommended by the dealer upfitter
As the Tahoe's arrival gets closer (fingers crossed), I've been trying to make some decisions about upgrades. In terms of the CB, my biggest challenge has been the antenna(s). I want to avoid the trucker look as much as possible. Just don't think it'd look right on a police Tahoe. I don't mind the police look so much (after all, it is a police Tahoe), but it's rare to see CBs on police cars anymore (especially police SUVs). I also have some overhead limitations to keep in mind.
I wish I could use a couple smaller cell phone-esque antennas but everything I've read says that antenna length is the name of the game with CB and short antennas are darn near worthless.
So if that's the case, the only options I'm really liking right now are dual 4 ft. black Firestiks or a Laird CB27S type antenna (see below).
What do you guys think? Some mounting locations I've considered are the rear bumper (one antenna on each corner) or the front fender/hood. Roof mount would be way too high for getting in and out of the garage every day. Suggestions?
I wish I could use a couple smaller cell phone-esque antennas but everything I've read says that antenna length is the name of the game with CB and short antennas are darn near worthless.
So if that's the case, the only options I'm really liking right now are dual 4 ft. black Firestiks or a Laird CB27S type antenna (see below).
What do you guys think? Some mounting locations I've considered are the rear bumper (one antenna on each corner) or the front fender/hood. Roof mount would be way too high for getting in and out of the garage every day. Suggestions?
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Does it have to be dual?
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Tracker
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I just figured duals on a police Tahoe would seem awkward,,, no?
Tracker
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Maybe a smaller antenna with a linear amp?
You've got my attention. I'm dumb when it comes to this stuff though. Got any links to products that'd let me do this?
Tracker
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No sir I don't, but maybe on the CB section someone who is knowledgable on this subject might give you the info you're requesting...?
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A lot of cops have low band antennas mounted on an L shaped bracket on the front fender for SUVs and rear quarter for sedans. The NCSHP comes to mind for sedans and the Virginia Game Wardens have them that way on their Tahoes.
Good call! I like how those look. What would y'all think about a similar setup on the rear of the Tahoe though, in the rear hatch seam? That would let me lower the antenna to where it won't hit on my garage.
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