Build Journal for my 2023 1500 AT4

gemarsh · Jan 31, 2023

palehorse said:
Are you using an Android box of some sort?

Yes, along with the torque app. It will run anything that I use. Ring doorbell, youtube, agsense irrigation monitoring, mygmc, waze, colornote, etc. It fits perfect to the right of the usb ports in front of console, using velco.

Qualcomm CarPlay Box

Check detailedcomparison of 2 variants https://onecarstereo.com/blogs/news/elevate-your-cars-infotainment-system-with-onecarstereo-qualcomm-octa-core-carplay-ai-box-vs-smart-ai-box Note: 1. This product only works for vehicles with factory Wired CarPlay. 98% vehicles in the list are compatible...

onecarstereo.com

ETA...link to ai box.

palehorse · Jan 31, 2023

Andystoy AT4 said:
That looks like an interesting app that would display on the now useless infotainment center in my 22 Refreshed At4 LM2. Please share where one can find it and how difficult is it to install?
I did buy the I Dash and am waiting on the Derringer release.

He's using the Torque app on an Android device like the one seen here:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BNVFCLG6/

There are ton of similar boxes ranging from $75 - $400, so I'm not sure which variation he has. I've considered getting one myself, but it's low on my priority list.

This one is cool because it has an HDMI output you can stream to an external screen. Would come in handy for tailgating with a big TV or hooking up some smaller screens on the back of the headrests for the kids:

https://www.amazon.com/OTTOCAST-Multimedia-Wireless-Navigation-Supports/dp/B0BLH81F2P/

Edit: nevermind, he responded above with specifics for his setup. Definitely awesome capabilities.

Jester314 · Jan 31, 2023

palehorse said:
Thank you!

I'm actually planning on going red+black for the emblems, rather than the black+chrome replacements from GMC. I just haven't figured out whether I want to paint them myself or order some from eBay.

Both styles and color schemes definitely look good, though!

I agree with leaving the red on the emblems to accent the other red on the truck, but I'm looking for a way to make the outline black.

Hyper dip the back GMC Badge looks good and is easy

palehorse · Jan 31, 2023

gemarsh said:
Yes, along with the torque app. It will run anything that I use. Ring doorbell, youtube, agsense irrigation monitoring, mygmc, waze, colornote, etc. It fits perfect to the right of the usb ports in front of console, using velco.

Qualcomm CarPlay Box

Check detailedcomparison of 2 variants https://onecarstereo.com/blogs/news/elevate-your-cars-infotainment-system-with-onecarstereo-qualcomm-octa-core-carplay-ai-box-vs-smart-ai-box Note: 1. This product only works for vehicles with factory Wired CarPlay. 98% vehicles in the list are compatible...

onecarstereo.com

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ETA...link to ai box.

Random question: Does the truck's microphone work with the Ring doorbell app to talk to whoever is at your door?

palehorse · Jan 31, 2023

Jester314 said:
Hyper dip the back GMC Badge looks good and is easy

Looks great! Did you have to use a razor blade to cut out the red part, or did the dip naturally separate along the red edges? Did you do the front, as well?

Jester314 · Jan 31, 2023

palehorse said:
Looks great! Did you have to use a razor blade to cut out the red part, or did the dip naturally separate along the red edges? Did you do the front, as well?

Nope. Came right out. I did not do the main front logo as I am waiting for the black light-up logo to come out. I did have to razor blade the "red 4" from the other logos.

I would also check out this carplay box as a option a bit cheaper

Stream To Your Car Media Box For CarPlay

Note: Read below to see if your vehicle is compatible before ordering. 👇 Check Vehicle Compatibility 👇 Is Your Vehicle Compatible? CHECK IF YOUR VEHICLE IS COMPATIBLE Read The Exceptions Below For Non Compatible Vehicles ANDROID & APPLE PHONES are both compatible (Just activate the...

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gemarsh · Jan 31, 2023

palehorse said:
Random question: Does the truck's microphone work with the Ring doorbell app to talk to whoever is at your door?

Yes it does.

palehorse · Jan 31, 2023

gemarsh said:
Yes it does.

That's awesome. I'm impressed by the full compatibility.

NathanK · Feb 2, 2023

palehorse said:
I decided to install some of these next:

ES ENGINEERED BY SCHILDMEIER Stake Pocket Cover Set
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They popped right in, sit perfectly flush, and look like they came from the factory IMO. No issues.
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Thanks for the heads up I ordered with the hard trifold cover but I’m guessing I’m gonna need to fill the stake pockets.

palehorse · Feb 6, 2023

It's the little things... added a cheap fuel cap to keep the dust out. Shown here with the included magnet to hold it while I gas up.

Source:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B091MS1HX2

cnunnery · Feb 11, 2023

palehorse said:
Next up, black badging. I considered going with Hyperdip or one of the ebay versions, but settled on just using some GM points to get 50% off on the OEM replacements.

Still need to find a good solution for black+red GMC logos in the front and rear.
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How did you remove the front "in grill" at4 badge?

K7TNT · Feb 11, 2023

palehorse said:
It's the little things... added a cheap fuel cap to keep the dust out. Shown here with the included magnet to hold it while I gas up.
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Source:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B091MS1HX2

I now have one coming, Thanks.

Teegunn · Feb 12, 2023

palehorse said:
He's using the Torque app on an Android device like the one seen here:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BNVFCLG6/

There are ton of similar boxes ranging from $75 - $400, so I'm not sure which variation he has. I've considered getting one myself, but it's low on my priority list.

This one is cool because it has an HDMI output you can stream to an external screen. Would come in handy for tailgating with a big TV or hooking up some smaller screens on the back of the headrests for the kids:

https://www.amazon.com/OTTOCAST-Multimedia-Wireless-Navigation-Supports/dp/B0BLH81F2P/

Edit: nevermind, he responded above with specifics for his setup. Definitely awesome capabilities.

I actually ordered the 128 Carlink version of the one in your first link. The one I ordered was $200, which is odd as it has more internal storage as the one you linked, is the same brand, same processor, supposed to be Android 12. So not sure why it would be $100 less, but if it works as advertised and has the specs as advertised, I will be happy.

It is supposed to be here late next week. We will see how it works, as I will be taking a 1000 mile road trip Saturday the 18th, so hoping this Carplay box works as advertised. If not... back it goes to Amazon.

NathanK · Feb 12, 2023

You should be using affiliate links. You sold me the green gas cap and the bed stake plugs so far.

palehorse · Feb 13, 2023

cnunnery said:
How did you remove the front "in grill" at4 badge?

I had the dealership do it, so I'm not entirely sure. I think they removed the bolts holding the top of the grill, pulled the top edge toward them, then reached down behind the grill to remove the clips for the old one. That's how they described the process to me.

NathanK said:
You should be using affiliate links. You sold me the green gas cap and the bed stake plugs so far.

HA! Just glad to help, brother.

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