2005 GMC Sierra Accessories

Trailer Brake Controller Installation - 2005 GMC Sierra

Today, on a 2005 GMC Sierra, were going to be installing Hopkins Flex-Mount brake control, part number hm47297. In conjunction with Hopkins direct fit brake control adapter which is part number hm47795.To begin our install, were going to mount the Flex-Mount display unit here in the center console. First, well remove the center console trays and route the wire up through the pre-drilled hole in there. Well follow the 12-volt power supply back down through the console. Then, well zip tie the wire to the 12-volt power supply wires to secure it in place, cut off the excess from the zip-tie and re-install the panel.Then, well secure the Flex display in place using double sided tape. Now, to install the Flex control system were going to mount it on the side of the center console, that way its easy to access all of the different controls as well as the manual override.

Andersen Rapid Hitch Ball Mount Review - 2005 GMC Sierra

Today, on our 2005 GMC Sierra, we'll be test fitting our rapid hitch adjustable aluminum ball mount kit with two chrome balls, part number AM3410. Now, to begin our test fit, we'll need to go ahead and get our hitch height measurement. To do this, we'll measure from the inside top edge of our receiver tube to the ground.Now, on this truck, the measurement is 20-and-a-half inches. Now, keep in mind that the measurement can change due to tire size, hitch style, or any other accessory which may change your vehicle's right height. It's a good idea to measure yours. We'll now go ahead and slide the shank of the ball mount into the hitch, lining up the hitch pinhole, and installing our pin and clip.

Convert-A-Ball Cushioned Weight Distribution Shank Review - 2005 GMC Sierra

Today on our 2005 GMC Sierra, we'll be test fitting the Convert-A-Ball Cushion Weight Distribution Shank for 2 inch hitches, part number AMAC1.Now to begin our test fit, we'll need to get our hitch height measurement. This is the measurement from the top of the receiver tube to the ground. On our vehicle, that measurement is 20 and a half inches. Now keep in mind, that measurement can change due to hitch style, tire size, or any other accessory which may change your vehicles right height.We'll now take the shank of our ball mount, slide it into the hitch lining up the hitch pinholes. We'll then take our pin and clip, slide it through the hitch pinholes, clip it on the other side and secure our ball mount to the vehicle.Now with our ball mount secured, were going to go ahead and use Convert-A-Balls part number BA1. This will allow us to use our weight distribution shank with the standard trailer hitch ball.Now with our ball platform secured to the weight distribution shank, we'll go ahead and give you a measurement.

Convert-A-Ball Heavy Duty Ball Mount with 2 Inch Drop Review - 2005 GMC Sierra

Today on our 2005 GMC Sierra, we'll be test fitting the Convert-A-Ball Cushion Ball Mount for 2 inch hitches with one inch rise or two inch drop rated at 14,000 pounds, part number AMSC2HD.Now to begin our test fit, we'll need to get our hitch height measurement. To do this, we'll measure from the inside top edge of our receiver tube to the ground. Now on this truck, that measurement is 20 and a half inches. Now keep in mind, that the measurement can change due to tire size, hitch style, or any other accessory which may change your vehicles right height so its a good idea to measure yours.We'll now slide the ball mount shank into our hitch, line up our hitch pinholes and install our hitch pin and clip.With that, our ball mount is secured to our GMC in the drop position. Now we'll go ahead and measure from the top of the ball mount platform to the ground with this ball mount. That measurement is 18 and a half inches.

Draw-Tite Ball Mount Review - 2005 GMC Sierra

Speaker 1: Today on our 2005 GMC Sierra, we'll be test fitting the draw tite ball mount with 3 quarter inch rise or 2 inch drop rated at 6,000 pounds, part number 2923. Now to begin our test fit, we'll need to get our hitch hide measurement. To do this, we'll measure from the inside top edge of our receiver tube to the ground. Now in this truck, that measurement is 20 and 1/2 inches. Now keep in mind that the measurement can change due to tire size, hitch style or any other accessory which may change your vehicles ride height. So it's a good idea to measure yours. When outside the ball mount into the hitch, line up the hitch pin hole and using our pin and clip, we'll secure our ball mount to our GMC.

Convert-A-Ball Ball Mount with 2 Inch Drop Review - 2005 GMC Sierra

Speaker 1: Today on our 2005 GMC Sierra we'll be test fitting part number AMSC2, the convert-a-ball cushion ball mount for 2 inch hitches, with 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop, rated at 10,000 pounds. Now to begin our test fit, we'll need to get our hitch height measurement. To do this, we'll measure from the inside top edge of our receiver tube to the ground. Now on this truck, that measurement is 20.5 inches. Now keep in mind that the measurement can change due to tire size, hitch style or any other accessory which may change your vehicles ride height. It's a good idea to measure yours. We'll now insert our ball mount into the receiver tube, line up the hitch pin holes and install our hitch pin.

Pop and Lock Tailgate Lock Installation - 2005 GMC Sierra

Today on our 2005 GMC Sierra, we will be installing the Pop and Lock Power Tailgate Lock, Part Number PAL8110. Now to begin our installation, we'll start here on the tailgate. We'll remove the black plastic bezel by first loosening the three 13 millimeter bolts here on the back side of the tailgate. With them loose, we'll now move to the front side of the tailgate, where we'll reach inside the top edge of the bezel and pull the two tabs. There are approximately three inches apart. As we pull them out, you'll notice that the bezel comes loose where we can then remove it.

WeatherTech Front Floor Liners Review - 2005 GMC Sierra

Today on our 2005 GMC Sierra well be test fitting the Weather Tech front floor liners, part number wt450031 in tan. Now this mat is also available in black, part number wt440031; as well as gray, part number 460031. Were now ready to install our new Weather Tech floor liners. The Weather Tech liners are custom molded to precisely fit the vehicle and stay in place. The shape, channels, and moldings all work to help keep dirt and debris contained in the liner and off your carpet. As you can see in this liner, it comes with a high sidewall protecting not only the carpet, but the kick panel as well.

Longview Custom Towing Mirrors Installation - 2005 GMC Sierra

Today on our 2005 GMC Sierra, well be installing Custom Slide On Mirrors from Longview, part number CTM1500.Now these slip on mirrors provide excellent towing visibility at an economical price. They require no tools to install and do install in just minutes. These do come in pairs.To begin our installation, here on the drivers side mirror, well first slide on the mirror making sure that it fits around the factory mirror completely. Once we done that, well take the hook and slide it back behind the mirror, here closest to the vehicle.Well then take the knob and screw it to the hook making sure we pass through the hole holding the mirror in place. With the drivers side on, we can move over the passenger side and repeat the same process.Now once secure, youll notice that the mirror complements the factory mirror conforming to it almost completely. It extends your field of vision making it safer while towing behind your vehicle.

K-Source Custom Towing Mirrors Installation - 2005 GMC Sierra

Today on our 2005 GMC Sierra, well be installing the K Source Custom Towing Mirrors, part number KS80800.Now these mirrors just snap into place around the OEM mirrors. Here on the drivers side, well begin our installation by simply sliding it over the OEM mirror where we will lock it into place, first on the top and then here on the bottom.Once theyre snapped into place, theyre ready to be used. They require no hardware or tools and they just simply pop right back off when youre pulling your truck into the garage. They also offer a great sleek look. The mirror moves both up and down as well as left and right giving you the ability to adjust your mirror perfectly. This will make it much safer when towing behind your truck.

CIPA Custom Towing Mirror Installation - 2005 GMC Sierra\

Today on our 2005 GMC Sierra, well be installing the Cipa Custom Towing Mirror for the drivers side, part number 10801.Now these mirrors slide over your existing mirror to give you added vision for towing. Aside from easy installation that requires no tools, the Cipa mirrors leva no marks or holes on your vehicle.Well begin by taking this piece here that comes with our Cipa mirror and installing it to the Cipa mirror frame. Well want to make sure that the slot in the bracket slides over the tab on the mirror. Well then go ahead and begin to thread our T-bolt in to the back side of the mirror.Well now go ahead and place the mirror into position here on the drivers side. Once weve got it positioned, well move back to the knob and tighten it down securing it to our OEM mirror. Now it also maintains the aerodynamic shape of the OEM mirror, they dont interfere with the OEM mirror at all and are fully adjustable.Now this mirror does come by itself.

Pewag Mud Service Snow Tire Chains Review - 2005 GMC Sierra

Today on our 2005 GMC Sierra well be test fitting the Pewag All Square Mud Surface snow tire chains, part number PWE2441S. To begin this test fit well lay the chains out on the ground and make sure we get any kinks, knots or tangles out of the chains themselves. This will offer an easier installation. Well now go ahead and place our tire chains over the tire, making sure that the cross chains are centered with the tire tread. In order to identify whether the chain is going on correctly or not, well make sure that the cross-chains attach to the side chains with the hooks facing out. We can then move to the inside of the tire here at the six oclock position where well connect the two ends of the side chain together, taking up as much of the slack in the chain as possible.

BAKFlip FiberMax Tonneau Cover Installation - 2005 GMC Sierra

Today well be taking a look at the Bak Industries Bak Flip Fibermax hard folding tonneau cover, part number BAK126100. This tonneau cover gives your truck the sleek look that youre after without hindering you from using your truck to its full potential. The heavy duty aluminum trifold cover keeps your truck bed and cargo dry, and improves your trucks fuel mileage. It can also be left open while driving and because it sits inside your truck rails you get an ultra flush look and still be able to use the beds stake pockets. Well go over some features of the tonneau cover after we get it installed on our truck. Today well be installing it on a 2005 GMC Sierra short bed.

Bully Front Floor Liners Review - 2005 GMC Sierra

Today, on our 2005 GMC Sierra, we'll be test fitting the Bully Custom Truck Floor Liners in black, part number FM-310. Now, you'll be able to keep the front of your carpet on your vehicle clean and dry with these durable custom fit truck floor liners from Bully. The stamped thread pattern retain water and dirt, and the net backing helps to keep the mats in place.Its custom-molded to fit the vehicle's floorboard. You'll notice the contour to the floor for an exact fit. It's stamped thread pattern and two-inch tall sidewall control messes, keeping water, snow, mud, and debris within the grooves under your feet and away from the carpet. On the driver side here, you'll notice the grooved heel pad which will provide extra grip.

UWS Crossover Toolbox Review - 2005 GMC Sierra

Today on our 2005 GMC Sierra, we'll be installing the UWS Truck Bed Toolbox, the Narrow Crossover Style, part number UWS00161. Note that this toolbox is 69 inches long, 12 inches wide, and 9-1/4 inches deep for a total of 3.7 cubic feet. It will stand at approximately 2 inches above the height of the bed rail on your truck bed. Now, let's go ahead and install the box. We'll set it up against the bulk end and even it out side to side. Now that we have a good idea where our truck box is going to sit, we're going to go ahead and turn it over and install the foam strips to protect the paint between the box and bed.

Superchips Performance Chip Review

Today we are going to review the Superchips VIVID LINQ Performance Tuner System. Part Number SU128650. This system is designed for GM gas motor applications, but there are other applications available for different makes and different motor configurations.First we are going to go over everything that comes with the package. There is the VIVID LINQ box itself which will plug into our OVD2 port on our vehicle. This box is what will establish a connection between our Android powered device in the vehicle computer. There is also a pair of USB cables so you can connect the device to your computer to update the software on the VIVID LINQ box.

Trailer Brake Controller Installation - 2005 GMC Sierra

Alright today on this 2005 GMC Sierra, we are going to install part number 90885, the Prodigy P2 brake controller and part number 3015-P, the brake controller adapter. First step that we need to do is to remove this cover for access to the port that is behind here. So we will undo this nut and pop the cover off. We will take our cord and just plug it into place. Moving on, we will reinstall the cover and then put the nut back into place. Alright next we will go ahead and install our brake controller bracket and we are going to do that on a sheet metal at the bottom of the dash here.

AFE Air Intake System Installation 2005 GMC Sierra

Today on the 2005 GMC Sierra 1550 series, were going to be installing the AFE Intake Kit product number AFE51-10092. The kit includes the replacement air filter, the new intake tube, an intake adapter and two different couplers, hose clamps, the trim seal, and then the new intake housing. Once we've ensured all that's there, we can go ahead and start with our installation. The first thing we want to do before we start moving each stock intake system is to go ahead and remove the negative terminal from the battery. Well reinstall this once the new intake is in, that will allow the system to reset itself around the new intake system. Ok, moving on to the factory air intake, were going to first disconnect the mass air censor.There is actually a clip that's on here that we need to remove that first.

Trailer Brake Controller Installation - 2005 GMC Sierra 1500

Today on this 2005 GMC Sierra 1500 we will be installing part number 90195-3015P. This is a Tekonsha P3 brake control module and wiring harness. First we are going to install our mounting bracket. The customer chose to place it under the dash. I like to use an extra clamp as a third hand to hold it in place. Next, using the hardware provided, I will pre-drill two holes, here and here, to set our mounting screws. A second option instead of pre-drilling and using the screws that come with the mounting kit it to use self-tapping screws that will run straight in to the metal underneath the dash. Now I am going to install the brake control module. As you can see, there are two screws mounted on either side. You just want to snug those down tight enough so the module is secure. I like to set it at an angle. It is easy for the driver to read and utilize when necessary. 1:02

MagnaFlow Exhaust Installation - 2005 GMC Sierra

Alright, today on this 2005 GMC Sierra we are going to install part number MF15841. Alright the first thing we need to do is go ahead and start getting the truck ready to install the exhaust. What we did is removed the spare tire. You do not have to do that but it makes things a lot easier to get to. It makes everything easier to see as well. Now we also have to remove the exhaust. So what we are going to do first off is go ahead and start removing the rubber hangers from the exhaust and also the bolts that connect the exhaust to the catalytic converter up front. So we are going to loosen these up first. That way, it puts less stress on the pipes up front when we disconnect the exhaust. Now you want to spray these down really go with a type of penetrant so you do not break the bolts. OK, we have that one loose. 1:05

Gooseneck Trailer Hitch Installation - 2005 GMC Sierra

Today we are going to install part number 9465 our gooseneck head assembly. We will also be installing a rail kit which is part number 4434 for our 2005 GMC Sierra pickup 3500. The first step involved would be to make room for the install kit and rails. What happens is this heat shield needs to be removed. We are going to take it out from this section to this beam here. To make it easier maybe go all the way this far back. But for necessity purposes we need from here to here for the rails. We cut out our heat shield and left an inch or so hanging off. We took a rubber mallet and beat it back and keep it away from the sharp edges as much as possible. Our next step will be to loosen the bed so we can slide the rails underneath the truck. There are 2 options on how you will do this part.