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@jesusjacobo1156
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!! Was thinking of just cutting the valance like you mentioned, had no clue they already had a part perfect for this setup 🤩
@bigboiz101
2 жыл бұрын
Looks great! Definitely now considering a light bar.
@davidhackett2922
2 жыл бұрын
So awesome you did a video on this. EXACTLY what I've been researching to do the same over the past couple weeks. Now that you mentioned the Siberia Strands light bar, I think I may roll with that one! The double row dimensions look about the same (even a tiny smaller) as the RC bar you got. Just a little more $$! Gotta save up my pennies :) Thanks for bringing it to my knowledge. Also love that you can swap between amber and white on the DRL - will go nicely with the light strip I installed above the grille. Keep up the good content! Looking forward to the wiring video.
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it. The strand bar might need some extra trimming of the opening on both sides. I might jump to that one too down the road
@ChrisJones-rl5ow
2 жыл бұрын
O I forgot to mention, I have a suggestion for ya, install some PPF on the face of it, I installed some on mine, great protection from road debris. I also installed some under my mudflaps where there mounted to body, installed some on wheel well edging to prevent rock chips. Got a set of diode dynamics fog lights that haven’t been installed on truck yet but will also be putting some on those as well. I’m an auto body tech by trade and u would be amazed on how much mud flaps, wheel flares, anything really that’s mounted to body will rub completely through ur paint down to metal.
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
Great advice! I have PPF on the front and back of the truck.
@djweaver30125
2 жыл бұрын
WHAT IS PPF?
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
@@djweaver30125 paint protection film
@Kartracer3333
2 жыл бұрын
Came here to say the same thing! Some clear bra will give you piece of mind if you ever have road debris sprayed towards the front of the truck.
@ChrisJones-rl5ow
2 жыл бұрын
I have the Custom, installed a night rider 42” double row in the grill.Love it. And is street legal from Saskatchewan all the way east, ECE certified. Not legal here in Alberta but I haven’t been bother by police yet, but I ain’t a ass n blinding ppl with it either
@AndresGutierrez-ej9ng
2 жыл бұрын
I think you would benefit by installing the upfitter, I installed on my 2021 3500hd took just over an hr. it was an extremely simple install they look great. when I installed my 42-inch LED bar behind the grill, I wired it to the number 1 AUX works great, looks great, and it's clean,
@cqbninja3045
Жыл бұрын
Hahaha your B roll at the end was great sir. Loved it!
@Donslife
Жыл бұрын
Wicked!
@AlexHechko
13 күн бұрын
No one is gonna talk about that montage? 😮💨
@Donslife
13 күн бұрын
I will 🙋♂️
@AlexHechko
12 күн бұрын
@@Donslife Just wanna say you are a big inspiration for me. I have got a whole list of ideas I wanna do to my truck. Including mounting a light bar just like yours this weekend. I have a Gmc sierra double cab
@Donslife
12 күн бұрын
@@AlexHechko thank you for the kind words sir
@DougT25427
5 ай бұрын
I hadn't seen this one and I'm glad I did. I notice Don has become more comfortable or polished in his video productions since this one was released. I'll be looking into this install in greater detail as I am wanting a bumper mount front facing LED like this. I need to watch the wiring video as I want the light to operate with the high beams. Maybe Don shows which wire to tap? I looked into the GMC Harley Edition parts issue Don mentioned. It would be so nice just to order the HD Edition front valance parts but its not going to happen... ever. I found out the HD Edition GMC trucks are custom built by an upfitter called Tuscany Motor Co. I also found out more than a few other people have asked them to sell parts but they adamantly refused. I guess they don't want their signature builds being diluted with non HD trucks using their HD parts. As a side note... I bought a brand new 2009 CVO Ultra Classic which is one of the top models of the HD line. I found out how possessive HD was about those models when I wanted some color matched paint for some custom body parts I wanted to install. HD made it hard as hell getting the OEM paint code so I could buy the paint for the job. In the end I got the paint but not without it getting out of hand. Maybe HD is part of the reason why no one can get GMC trucks parts from Tuscany?
@Donslife
5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the feedback. I sometimes have to go back to my earlier videos to reference things (yes I forget sometimes). In doing so, I noticed a big difference in presentation and editing style. Changing editing software helped too.
@joebidendidthat5121
Жыл бұрын
Looks great 👍🏻. I was Looking for this exact solution for my 2022 Silverado. Thanks…. I’m doing this
@Donslife
Жыл бұрын
Awesome 👏
@paulblack5679
2 жыл бұрын
Another fantastic video Don! Looking forward to the wiring info… really curious about options considered and your decision. Thank you for your great content!
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙏🏻 So many wiring options, I am sure some will have conflicting views to what I decide
@2999lopez
7 ай бұрын
Looks great! I'm gonna do that as well
@Donslife
7 ай бұрын
You should!
@bu9180
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the great video ♡♡ AT4 진짜 이쁘네요💕💕💕
@_____mh
Жыл бұрын
Holy crap you aren't joking about removing the lower valance! Nevermind I'm sauced from playing the drink every time you say "valance" game but no clue how you got a ratchet in on those corner ones! I'm about to take my second crack at it after Amazon delivered to me a flex head ratchet, a straight ratchet, and a combo open/closed box end wrenches in 7mm!! You said the same thing about removing the mirror caps, I just reinstalled my painted mirror caps and it went pretty smooth, just got lucky but this lower valance can go fly a kite! And I ended up going with the curved strands, wish me luck 🤞 if it has more of a curve then the front of the truck I'll be mad.
@Donslife
Жыл бұрын
You crack me up 😂
@_____mh
Жыл бұрын
Bro that was the most infuriating task I've ever taken on and I'm upset I ever found your channel!!! 😅😅 Somehow even my legs are cramped after doing that!! In another universe you made this video removing the bumper instead and the world was at peace and there was no crime.... LOVE THE VIDEOS KEEP IT UP!! 😡 Some sarcasm above if not obvious!
@benmathis1309
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome job love the music and video
@Vespawood1
2 жыл бұрын
Don, I love your videos and this was another good one. For me, I have the fogs rigged to run when the run lights are on. I’d be curious to see if the led bar is any improvement over that. A view from the cab would have been a good addition to this. Also, like many others, curious to see which direction you went with the wiring. I’m hanging on every Sierra video you make. Keep up the good work!
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback! The light bar for me is just as much for the aesthetic as it is for light output. This may not be the lightbar I keep running either. I needed a starting point before deciding where I could go from here in that space. Thanks for watching!
@fixitdanner
2 жыл бұрын
Great video, your truck is looking good.
@heybucko3956
2 жыл бұрын
been wanting to do this since i got the truck but never could figure out where this cover was from..note to self, order " Diesel Style Front Cover Plate " thanks for always providing info!!
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
No problem! Part number in the video description
@michaelpanacheese604
2 жыл бұрын
Looks great 👍. Very bright for 20 inch bar. 👏
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
Not bad for being in the smaller side
@johnnysierra7432
2 жыл бұрын
Really nice video, now that you installed the RC 20'' light bar do you think a 22'' would fit or would it be to wide? Keep up the great videos - P.S. I'm a new subscriber and have enjoyed all your videos :)
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
Yes the right 22” could fit but more would need to be trimmed from the sides of the opening.
@smtheodore
2 жыл бұрын
Another awesome video ! 👍🏻. Thank you sir
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@TheRedbankGuy
2 жыл бұрын
Great job on light bar install. Looks good and tight. I like the location but in my state we have to run a front license plate. I was thinking about looking for low profile light bar to place between grill openings then wired to high beam on/off control. Do you know of any I should look into? I also liked the montage. Cool slow-mo drafting.
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Rough county makes some for good prices. Rigid has the best of the best. There are so many options. For me low temperature operation was important too
@caseysathan
Жыл бұрын
Got it to work! Now, i gotta figure out where to mount the front license plate without it covering the light bar! Not sure if you recommend drilling into the bumber
@Donslife
Жыл бұрын
I am fortunate to live in a Province that doesn’t require a front plate
@MrHelipilot
2 жыл бұрын
Looks really good 👍🏽
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! Thanks for all the help with questions through your project
@gk9417
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all your research ✌️👍🇨🇦
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, it took awhile but I think it turned out really well!
@christopherbarrett7760
2 жыл бұрын
I am surprised sense you bought from rough country you didn’t just buy the bull bar with integrated light bar. I am sure it is something you didn’t want because of no DRL but maybe something to look at later down the road? I am planning on getting a RC bull bar not sure for the light bar or not, tho I am very much looking forward to the wiring video. I love our truck Don, you’ve got great taste!
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I passed on the bull bar, partially because I can barely fit in my garage and around here powder coated bull bars and bumpers seem to be rusting after a couple seasons.
@christopherbarrett7760
2 жыл бұрын
@@Donslife fair enough, Canada is a blessing and a curse at the same time I suppose? Well either way your truck still looks amazing with the new bar, can’t wait for more videos
@iansherwood5423
2 жыл бұрын
Now that you have completed the install with the rough country light bar. Do you think that the rigid adapt would fit?
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
I haven’t checked yet. Not being lazy, I promise 😂
@paulblack5679
2 жыл бұрын
Don, now that you have installed the 20 inch light bar, do you think the 22 inch Strand “Siberian” will work with your current set up? I really like your executed plan.
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
I think it will fit. The weather here has been silly so I haven’t been excited to get under the truck and confirm some measurements.
@trayn3236
2 жыл бұрын
I was thinking bout doing the exact samething to mine but I was nervous about making that cuts into anything while I still got a warranty 🤣. Where did you locate the valance and do you have a part#?
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
The part number is in the video description. Also if you ask the GM parts dept to use a VIN from a 3.0 Diesel AT4 they can find the ‘front plate’ that way too
@dony8tes
2 жыл бұрын
As always another great video. I just installed a light bar same location. Where was your entry point coming into the cab for the switch. Thanks
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I ran it through the driver’s side firewall. There is a spot on both sides. I point it out in this video : New Switch Panel AUXBEAM AR-800 RGB Multifunction Bluetooth LED Install and Review. kzitem.info/news/bejne/z6J62Y58gqShdGk
@dony8tes
2 жыл бұрын
@@Donslife Thank you
@Mrhooter4
Жыл бұрын
Nice videos. Not sure if I’m missing it but do you have a list of all part numbers used to do this mod? Also I saw your video of the upgraded bar I think I’ll go that way from the beginning. Thanks I’m advance I also have the upfitter installed and will go that way on the install if you have any advice I’m happy to hear it.
@sethlover6498
8 ай бұрын
How did you get the black stripe up the middle of the hood? That looks sick!!
@Donslife
8 ай бұрын
Right here friend : GMC Sierra / Chevy Silverado Camo Hood Wrap Tutorial! A Detailed How To Video kzitem.info/news/bejne/2adul3dtp2SmZWk
@sethlover6498
8 ай бұрын
@@Donslife awesome!! thank you!!
@B0XG0D.
2 жыл бұрын
Love the vids Don but I was wondering kind/where did you get that cover to put around the hooks and light bar
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
It is the Diesel front plate. Part number from GM is in the video description. Uses all the same mounting points, it is just has an opening between the hooks now. Ships in gloss black
@TheAvada32002
8 ай бұрын
I can't find the link to your light up gmc emblem for the front. Also will it work for my 19 gmc sierra 1500 slt?
@Donslife
8 ай бұрын
It will only fit the new 2019-2022 body style. They have a 2023-2024 version too. Check out 404parts.com
@uzelessknowledge
6 ай бұрын
For the grille lights what size wire did you use? The wire on the lights is 24 awg.
@Donslife
6 ай бұрын
The grille lights? Sorry I am not sure which lights your referring to. The light bar DRL maybe?
@uzelessknowledge
6 ай бұрын
@@Donslife well, not sure how I commented on this video. I was watching the raptor light video. So, for the raptor lights what size wire did you use? And while we’re here, what size wire for the light bar on the bottom front of the truck?
@StephenConstant
7 ай бұрын
Hey just out of curiosity, where did you get the “L” brackets from that you used for the light bar?
@Donslife
7 ай бұрын
I bought them locally at a store in Canada called Canadian tire. I think several hardware stores and even Amazon would have something that could be used
@Donslife
7 ай бұрын
I bought them locally at a store in Canada called Canadian tire. I think several hardware stores and even Amazon would have something that could be used
@StephenConstant
7 ай бұрын
@@Donslife Ok thanks for the info I’m gonna try and find something that will work. It just seemed like the brackets you have are pretty close
@Hutchy45445
2 жыл бұрын
Looks awesome. But I can just imagine the salt and snow build up, driving on iur Canadian roads.. 🙄
@avada32002
4 ай бұрын
Can you post a link to the light up from emblem? Can't find it in your page.
@Donslife
4 ай бұрын
Promo Code: DON404 Promotion: 5% off your subtotal on your next order 404parts Homepage: 404parts.com/?
@j3vickable
Жыл бұрын
Nice
@MichaelLucas77
3 ай бұрын
Is there any way to connect this light bar for the dtr lights to automatically work and the full light bar activate with my high beams without any switch? Only reason being I don’t want any added switches in my trucks interior
@Donslife
3 ай бұрын
Yes you need to run relays and fuse taps for each feature. Depending in the light bar you purchase, it may come with the necessary wiring and relays. You’ll just need to get some fuse taps for your DRL fuse and High Beam fuse.
@MichaelLucas77
3 ай бұрын
Thank you! Just one more question, what mounting brackets did you use? I’m going to try and do this exact setup
@bigtrev6518
Жыл бұрын
how did you take off that lower valence, im trying to take it off to color match it, thanks
@Donslife
Жыл бұрын
You have to crawl under the truck and undo some annoyingly hard to reach bolts. The video captures this part I think 🤔
@bigtrev6518
Жыл бұрын
thanks for trying to describe it to me, i haven't found a 7mm tool that can get behind that metal bracket, might just paint it while it's on the truck when it is warmer out
@heatherkevinmiller3297
Ай бұрын
Would that work on a 2019 gmc Sierra 4x4 evaluation?
@cooterschipper
2 жыл бұрын
i assume you didnt trim the factory valance cover and put it back on? i know you mentioned it in your video but didnt see anywhere that you trimmed it, unless it got edited out
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
Didn’t have to do any trimming to the new cover, it just snapped and bolted back in
@Hugeness
2 жыл бұрын
@@Donslife Do you have any picture or video with the trim piece installed after the light install?
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
@@Hugeness sure just send me an email or message on Instagram. Info in the video description.
@jeremywilliams8501
2 жыл бұрын
how did you go about ordering the plastic covering for the truck I can't seem to find any website to look up the part number
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
Right from my GMC Dealership. They can use a VIN on any 3.0 Diesel 1500 too to find it. Front Plate might be the correct name
@Jerbearz06
2 жыл бұрын
Why in the hell do people only use their hands covering up the phone/camera to sign off. So original...
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
Too awkward with my foot
@hdjoe22
2 жыл бұрын
How’d you cut the valance itself? Looks great!
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
It is a replacement GM part for the 3.0 Diesel. It has the opening already in place. Part number in the description
@hdjoe22
2 жыл бұрын
@@Donslife ahh ok. I heard you mention it but I must’ve missed the look of it. I’ll check it out again, thanks!
@devinbush7384
2 жыл бұрын
Anyone have the part number for the chrome diesel plate?
@markmanning5683
2 жыл бұрын
Great install and video, but you lost me with the music. At the end, was that a Drone Camera you had to save in the tree? You have all the Toy's!
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
Sorry I lost you. Hopefully not forever
@chrisstorozhenko6579
2 жыл бұрын
Do you have the part number for the piece you bought for between the tow hooks?
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
It is in the video description too. This is the black one: Diesel Style Front Cover Plate - GMC Part #84482544
@mbristow755
2 жыл бұрын
Let us know when you post the wiring video. Thanks
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
I should receive the product this week and if all goes well the video will follow. Turn your notifications on if not already 😀
@mbristow755
2 жыл бұрын
@@Donslife I rewatched the installation episode and will use the end brackets like you did. Thanks
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
Tonight or tomorrow the switches video gets posted
@Themannyacosta
2 жыл бұрын
What did you use to get to the front valance off? Do you have a video on how you got to the corner bolts? Im struggling getting anything to latch on since its such a slim spot.
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
Small delicate hands, small wrench and socket. They were so hard to reach I had to use two hands and couldn’t film it. Hard to remove, but not impossible
@blakerogers407
Жыл бұрын
Were did you get that overlay from?
@Donslife
Жыл бұрын
Canada?
@blakerogers407
Жыл бұрын
@Donslife were in Canada lol am from.BC
@Donslife
Жыл бұрын
@@blakerogers407 just making sure. Graduated in Kamloops. Here is an Amazon link : amzn.to/3ZOakOl
@epicnature3658
Жыл бұрын
What size L bracket did you use?
@Donslife
Жыл бұрын
I can’t recall exactly but maybe 3” on one end 4” on the other end. Width 1”-1.5”. I cut mine down to size too. You maybe need washers or something to act as spacers/shims depending on the lightbar brackets
@bryansworld532
2 жыл бұрын
Hi don, was wondering if u ever made the video for the wiring of the light bar. I couldn't find it. Unless I past it up. Thanx
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
Sort of, but it was just wiring to my Auxbeam 8 gang panel. This probably doesn't help you though. Since the RC light bar comes with the required relays as part of the harness, it is just a matter of connecting positive and negative to the battery and running your toggle switch into the cab somewhere.
@robertsmith78155
2 жыл бұрын
@@Donslife can i use the Putco 529005 Blade Quick Connect Harness with the RC model light bar. i have the 2022 AT4 refresh
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
Any light bar with the Putco Harnesses
@kulkamalwaraich1033
Жыл бұрын
Quick ? Boss I have my led bar directly mounted to my battery 2020 Sierra 1500 my battery started to drain a lot and both remote disconnected from the pickup do we have to put all accessories to a second battery and if we do install one does that void warranty?
@Donslife
Жыл бұрын
Did your light bar come with a harness and relay?
@kulkamalwaraich1033
Жыл бұрын
@@Donslife yes sir
@caseysathan
Жыл бұрын
Hey, tried this. But, doesn't work for the elevation model. Looks like at4 has a different front end
@Donslife
Жыл бұрын
Diesel or gas?
@caseysathan
Жыл бұрын
@@Donslife gas. I guess that bumper portion is slightly different according to the shop. They can't seem to find a way to take off that part. It's all 1 piece according to them
@BriBo24x7
2 жыл бұрын
Love the channel and the content! It's very well done, and you seem like a considerate person, so don't think what I'm about to say is directed at you. Your truck already has massively bright headlights and "fog" lights, so what is the need for this light bar? In the area I live in, this state (Oklahoma) has done away with inspection stickers, and I frequently see big trucks with lights misadjusted pointed in the face of on-coming traffic. Generally this is because the truck has been lifted or the rear sits lower than the front, which is a trend I do not understand, and the headlights were never adjusted. With no inspection, there's no one to stop this behavior. In addition, "sagging" looks ridiculous and has to reduce visibility for the driver. A good number of these trucks also have bar lights installed and often on, running down the road. I don't get the need and it seems like they use it as a BIG FU to everyone else. Most of these trucks also have American flags, along with republican signs any hanging out the back, so that gives you an idea of the mentality I'm talking about. Does this kind of behavior happen in Canada?
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the respectful reply. We have a variety of tastes and behaviors in Canada too. I like the light bar for the DRL and aesthetic. I also like it for rural roads, my grand parents farm, off roading, blizzards, etc. I also would never use mine to be cruel to others and it is aimed low. No squatting on this truck 😃
@chrislee326
8 ай бұрын
How the F*ck did you get those corner screws out?
@robmartin4357
2 жыл бұрын
Hi, looking at installing a light bar, just not sure on the wiring, had one on my old truck, but want to be careful with all the electronics etc. on my new 2022 AT4, 1500. Do you have the video for your wiring? could send me an email if that works also. Tnx Rob
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
Hi, it will really depend on the lightbar. If you don’t have a DRL feature, it will be quite simple. Also do you know if the lightbar you’ve chosen has relays included?
@abdullahalzuwayed8211
2 жыл бұрын
u can put utell 23 inch led bar i put 22inch
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
Which 22” did you install?
@abdullahalzuwayed8211
2 жыл бұрын
@@Donslife auxbeam
@jimshackelfordWv
10 ай бұрын
Will this same mod work on a 2021 sierra elevation with Duramax ?
@Donslife
10 ай бұрын
Not exactly since you’d have your intercooler in the way
@jimshackelfordWv
10 ай бұрын
@@Donslifethank you. I just saw your reply
@jimshackelfordWv
10 ай бұрын
I just watched a video on the 3.0 Duramax and the intercooler is on top the motor. It’s not below the radiator
@bradjohnson7111
2 жыл бұрын
What size brackets did you make?
@Donslife
2 жыл бұрын
I bought some ‘bigger than needed’ ones and cut them down to size. I can’t recall off hand but they were ‘L’ brackets with 1.5” width. 2” long on one side and 3” on the other side of the bend
@bradjohnson7111
2 жыл бұрын
@@Donslife thanks bud.
@bradjohnson7111
2 жыл бұрын
Did you make a video on how to wire it up?
@slurrernie
Жыл бұрын
Where did you find the L brackets for the install?
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