Metra DP-3002B Aftermarket Double DIN Radio Installation Kit for General Motors Full-Size Trucks and SUVs 1999-2002; Matte Black

I bought this kit after viewing many videos posted on the web. One thing I noticed was that by using the provided radio mounting clips the radio sat perfectly in the factory radio bracket. i didn't have to trim anything out of the radio bracket nor cut out the vertical metal dash support the radio bracket is riveted to. I did have to trim a bit of the upper dash plastic, about a thumb size, where it was riveted to the top of vertical metal dash support. The upper rear edge of the double din receiver hit the upper dash plastic. The dash needed a bit of clearance there. Also, depending on your new double din, the radio bracket may need trimming on the rear vertical edge in order for the new receiver wiring to clear the radio bracket making it easier to slide the receiver into the dash. I mounted the radio mounting clips to the radio and pushed them as far back on the radio as possible. This allowed for the radio to be projected as far into the cabin as possible which prevented the radio from hitting the metal dash support bracket, the metal bracket I see in so many videos being hacked out. Yes, the metal clips are lower quality but it appears they just need to be crimped a little more to attach more firmly to the new bezel. The plastic is a little thinner and isn't textured like original, otherwise 5 stars.

I was afraid that the item was damaged when I saw the package/box. The bezel was not damaged, but the box it came in was. When UPS dropped it off the box was crushed on one end and torn open.