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Old Mar 20, 2016 | 09:38 PM
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I thought it time I start my build thread.

2011 STX 5.0

This is how he arrived to me (2016):


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Old Mar 20, 2016 | 09:43 PM
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I started small with Husky X-Act Contour Floor Mats:

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Old Mar 20, 2016 | 09:45 PM
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I upgraded the stock speakers:



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Old Mar 20, 2016 | 09:52 PM
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To help get out of tight situations I installed a back up camera into the tailgate handle, which is viewed on a rear view mirror with LCD screen that I installed; all with the push of a button:









The other switch is for a front facing camera to be installed shortly

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Old Mar 20, 2016 | 10:00 PM
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Originally Posted by miihere
I upgraded the stock speakers:



How are the speakers compared to stock? Pretty sure I just ordered the same set
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Old Mar 20, 2016 | 10:07 PM
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Compared to stock, fantastic. They hit hard enough for me and I don't find myself fussing with the bass and treble like I did with stock speakers in. The sound is cleaner and I can't say for certain as I only had the stock speakers for a couple of days, but I don't seem to have to turn the volume up as far for it to be loud.
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Old Mar 20, 2016 | 10:10 PM
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I replaced my front bumper guards with those from an Ecoboost so I can still have a front plate and install a light bar (eventually.)

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Old Mar 20, 2016 | 10:14 PM
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I purchased a set of grab handles that another forum member makes; Bruinsa22

They not only help rear passengers, but my better half can pull it through to help get in the front passenger seat as well.

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Old Mar 23, 2016 | 05:40 PM
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I got my wheel liners installed:



I saved a few bucks and ordered some unknown name brand; $66 well spent.
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Old Mar 24, 2016 | 10:34 PM
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Once again glad you like the handles. That's a good idea to flip them around to help get in the front seat!
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