88GMCtruck's never ending 88 GMC build thread

[88GMCtruck]

it won't be much of a "challenge" for me. Hardest part is swapping the column support.

If i go with a 95+ interior, i will be putting a non functional 98+ airbag and steeringwheel with audio controls, modify the dash for double din and use my stashed OEM fog and aux dash switches for lighting. It would be quite the setup. And would be 100% factory looking, have no doubt.

 

[90chevstepside]

Sounds to me like you wanted to do it to start with

 

[88GMCtruck]

I have and haven't. I like the simplicity of the old dash but hate the stereo location and lack of OEM switch options.

 

[Mean Green]

In my opinion, I think you should change the color to gray and leave the 88-94 style interior in this truck. I think it would fit the feel of it more so then the 95-00 interior! That's just my opinion anyway! Love the truck and always enjoy seeing the mods you do!

 

[88GMCtruck]

Yeah it's a tough call. This style is simple but overall the truck will transform in the future to something very different... I think the newer interior done right would be so nice.

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[AirmanSkee]

I like the newer interior alot better, but that's just me. If I had a choice that's what id do.

 

[88GMCtruck]

Yeah I like the newer just for options I can't have now like audio controls, and or double din

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[Mean Green]

A double DIN radio can be installed where the aftermarket radio's are mounted in the 88-94 interiors. It is quite involved, but they do look very nice when done right! I'm with you on the audio controls though, I'd love to have controls on the steering wheel in my 94' like is in my Caddy!

 

[88GMCtruck]

Part of the reason to swap is me not liking the stereo placement in general

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[AirmanSkee]

And a DDin in the newer interior looks awesome if done correctly and you dont leave all kinds of space in between the sides. Put like a little cubby hole under it and fill it in. Thats my plans anyways.