We recently performed a serious audio upgrade on a 2004 Chevy Tahoe. We decided that we would build custom door panels with multiple sets of speakers and lots of power to produce incredible output capability. We have had many clients do this type of upgrade so we are going to get pretty detailed with you on this build. This way, you can see the attention to detail we put into our custom work.
We Ask The Right Questions And We Actually Listen!
When we meet with a client, we try to dig as deep as possible about their needs and desires, and we also want to know how their vehicle is going to be used. If a vehicle is going to be a daily driver then we need to look at the designs from the perspective of keeping the vehicle enjoyable to use while not losing the existing ergonomics, and most importantly, keeping it reliable over the long haul. We have seen way too many vehicles that were daily drivers that, looked terrible after the vehicle was driven for nine months. That was a vehicle that was poorly designed from the start. You can rest assured that at Audio Designs and Custom Graphics, we will keep all of this in mind when designing and building your dream vehicle.
Now. On to The Good Stuff!
This vehicle is not a trailer queen, so the install needs to look as good three years from now and thousands of miles down the road. We started by lining the door completely with Stinger Roadkill to address two concerns: We wanted to lower the noise level inside the vehicle so the sound clarity would be better and we wanted to eliminate any vibration and rattling right from the start. Vibrations would have seriously effected the sound quality AND would have resulted in the door panel coming apart down the road. We wanted to keep these door panels looking good for years to come so we kept them very lightweight. Also, the door woofers were mounted to the door itself, not the door panel, for more structural rigidity. They were also designed to not intrude into the Tahoe cabin any more that the factory panels so fitment was never a concern.
As this vehicle will see rain and shine we built out the custom door panel using XPVC, a type of plastic that will hold up to moisture and vibration. It is much more expensive than using wood, but we all know what happens to wood when it gets exposed to moisture. All of the 3 dimensional shapes were done with Duraglass and Sonus Matter, which are the highest quality molding materials available.
Upholstering The Custom Door Panels
When it came to the vinyl we used factory matching product so the grain, texture, and color were dead on. As you can see from the pictures we also custom-made our own black grills and installed a suede ring insert to set the install off and really make them pop.
Next we installed four sets of Diamond Audio Elite DE65C 6.5″ separates in each door and powered them with two four channel amplifiers that saw a two ohm load with a total power output of 1600 watts, 800 in each door. We ran the speakers actively, meaning we used one amplifier to power the midbasses and one amplifier to power the tweeters. This gave the amplifiers much better control over the speakers, resulting in dramatically improved clarity. The whole system was properly tuned so there was no distortion, and the system had output that is hard to describe! This project had a three-day build time from start to completion.
Jacksonville’s Custom Door Panel Experts
If you like what you are seeing here, or if you have always wanted a true, high performance car audio system but you did not know who to trust, we invite you to stop by Audio Designs and Custom Graphics with your vehicle. We think you will find that we are very passionate about custom car audio and fabrication and that we take extreme pride in our work. We look forward to meeting you and showing you around our facility.
I’m having a hell of a time finding any door panels for my 02′ Tahoe. I’m wanting to have a spare pair to do some fiberglass work on. Can you do a set? Cause i can’t seem to find any… Let me know, if possible and how much. Thanks for any help!
Yes, we definitely can. When’s a good time to bring it by the shop so we can take a look at it and go over some ideas?
Yes, we definitely can. When’s a good time to bring it by the shop so we can take a look at it and go over some ideas?
No, unfortunately we would need the vehicle here. If you build them out of the car, they could warp. It’s best to have them mounted so everything is exact.
Hey I was just wondering what you would chard to make to front door panels for an 06 cobalt black silver and blue. I really need them bad but I’m tight on money so im saving now if you have and pics that could give me an idea of what you do.would be awesome.. thanks Daniel
My door panels on my 03. H2 are garbage. Can you make new door panels? Iam in process of redoing the whole truck and this is whats holding me up
Yes, absolutely! When would be a good time to stop by our facility so we can take a look at it?
I’m curious to know if it’s possible to do a set of door panels for a 99 Jeep tj. Would like to add speakers.
Will you build door cards for a specific yr make and model without the vehicle present?
If so, I am interested.
On the off chance that this goes further….here’s what we got. ‘1996 gmc jimmy’ I’m wanting all for doors upgraded to handle four speakers. Hit me back with questions, comments or just a “fuck no!” All will will be greatly appreciated. Thnaks for you time. Gus
I am redoing a1988 Chevy Beretta gt. I need both door panels. Live in California so bringing it to your shop is out of the question. Stock panels will be fine. Please let me know if you can do them and for how much.
Unfortunately we would need the vehicle here to do an install like this.
Im based in Michigan, but i was curious if 01 jetta mk4 door panels are possible. i already have a decent Rockford fosgate build, and tried to do fibergrass work on stock panels…lets just say im no built for the customs lol. would you build off of the existing or custom panels from scratch?
Without seeing it, it probably would be best to build off the existing door panels since they line up and fit correctly. That way you can use them as a base.
My name is Bradley Mosley 903-669-5553. I’m looking for this kind of setup and door panels for my 04tahoe. Please contact me so I can get some of these for my Tahoe. I’m also need door panels for the same Tahoe back door panels for two speakers and one tweeter.
Can you make some custom door panels for my 2006 Chevy Silverado
I would like a sub in it and some door speakers and maybe even some tweeters.
Hello i’m James.
I love your work, I have a 2008 GMC 2500HD crew cab. i am looking for some door panel plates to mount speakers.
Is it possible to make some plates and send them to me as I can door the fit and install.
I live in Las Vegas.
James.
702-979-0575
8703140864 I’m looking for some real nice door panels for my 2013 Chevy Silvio crew can please give me a call or email
Hey Justin, when would you be able to stop by our facility so we can take a look at your door panels?
Hey. Are you guys still on business. I want a set of custom door panel for a 2015 Infiniti Q50
Yes, sure are. When would be a good time to stop by our facility so we can look at your Q50?
I’m interested is getting doors like this made for my 2002 Chevy 2500 just price shopping but want something to last please get back to me thank you 5617045933
How much would it cost me to get the exact same door pod for 04 Tahoe
Are you guys still working?
Highly interested in work i have a 04 suburban and want this setup on my back and front doors. so a total of 16 speakers. please contact me instagram: big_jerry or by phone (443) 629-9590
I have a 1997 chevy 2 door tahoe. I’m looking for custom door panels. I started going to audio shows and want to add more speakers in my doors. I have only 1- 6.5 door speaker now, but want to add 2 or 3 more 8″ speakers to both doors. Can you send me pictures and prices of what you can build for me?
Thank you
Lee Jones
Hi Lee! Thank you for the inquiry. We must have the vehicle in order to build the panels correctly. When would be a good time to stop by our facility so we can take a look at your Tahoe and go over some ideas?
I need pods for my 2004 tahoe
Are you local to Jacksonville or close by? We would need the vehicle to build them to ensure proper fitment.