Thank you Don! for helping me installing a charging pad in my new GMC I used your video to help me get it done. Excellent work on your part.

@Donslife

Жыл бұрын

My pleasure ✌🏼

Great video... installed in my GMC Sierra AT4 today. Would not work at first. Realized it was the metal case I had on my phone. All thumbs up after that.

I’ve never heard of you before but I just bought a 2017 Sierra and I’m having problems with my wireless charging that’s how I came across your video. I love how detailed you were in your video and I’m looking forward to watching your other videos. You definitely just earned a new subscriber.

@Donslife

Жыл бұрын

Cool! Welcome to the channel. Lots of variety here too

Dude! Thanks! Within 20 minutes of mine being delivered it was installed.

Thanks for the video. I ordered one and installed it today in my Silverado High Country. Your video was great! The only thing I did different was drilling the holes. I used a smaller bit then finished the hole with a Dremel. This left nice smooth edges.

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Nice work!

Just installed as advertised. Thanks Don!! Just installed Pulsar in same day. Really luv my AT4.

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

That’s great 😃

Just installed mine after watching your video. Thank You!

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Nice! Thanks for watching!

Thanks for the install video, a second charging pad will be nice for road trips with the family. I installed this on my 2020 AT4.

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

1000%

You are really good at making these videos. I just got a black 2021 AT4 with the same packages as you and your videos have helped me so much. Thanks!

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! I do appreciate the comment.

I ordered the charging system and followed your instructions to a T. I really appreciate your videos as they are very helpful. Excellent charging system. 👍

@Donslife

Жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

Been wanting wireless charging in my Trail Boss since I bought it. This looks great! Trigger pulled! Thanks for the video.

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Cool! I love mine. Kids love it even more

Just installed mine using your video.. Thank you for the walk through.

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Super!

You are a beast. I really enjoyed all the installs. I have a 2021 I will inquire the battery install on my truck. 🏆💯👍🏾

Absolutely great video. I followed your instructions, and in 20 minutes, it was back together looking factory installed....THANK YOU!!!!

@Donslife

Ай бұрын

You’re welcome and thanks for watching!

Have wanted to do this since watching the video in releases! Followed it step by step tonight!!! Thanks Don!!!

@Donslife

Жыл бұрын

Good luck! You’ve got this!

Sure getting a lot out of your videos. Just found your channel so getting caught up. Got my charger on order. Got all my badges on my 21 elevation “dipped” thanks to you, love the look. Thanks.

@Donslife

Жыл бұрын

Happy you found your way here!

Dang! Definitely need this, thank you for the video!

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

So far so good!

Have a 2019 AT4 and this channel is great! (little late to the party but hey, I made it)

Another awesome video! I just got mine and will install it soon!!

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Mine gets used everyday

Awesome must have product and great video. Thank you! ✌🏼

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed! Mine gets used all the time

Thank you sir, been following you for a good min, just did this mod and it works like a charm, followed your steps and it came out to perfection, once again Thank You!!!

@Donslife

Ай бұрын

Glad I could help

Great video Don! New idea for my GMC 3500HD!! Thank you!

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! 👏

Great video. Just ordered it. Like that still sits in the oem case so it's flush and also liked that I can power it down as my truck will sit for weeks then the following week - 1000 miles. Been researching these for months and almost pulled the trigger on another brand but chose this bc of the features.

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

It holds bigger phones than others too due to it not being a deep recess

I have a TB so it doesn't come with any wireless charging. I saw that I could order a stock set up from a gm website but heard how slow the wireless charger was and the overheating when doing the retrofit. This is a great option . Thanks for the vid!!!

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

For sure! My pleasure. The harness is long enough to reach another 12v socket if you don’t have one in the rear console

Great video Don. I chose the boost for the exact same reasons as you (well except for the slow factory charging because I didn't get that feature in my Sierra). I even used the step drill bit like you did for the console lid hole. The only thing I did different was attaching my power wires to the lid hinge with a ziptie so I didn't drill a hole in the plastic for the loom. The loom just fits the gap by the hinge and the ziptie keeps it in place.

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Good tip!

@joshwolf3410

2 жыл бұрын

Since it’s not as deep as the original does the phone tend to slide out while driving. Or does the mat do a good job of keeping it in place?

@fastk9dad

2 жыл бұрын

@@joshwolf3410 For normal driving yes, I have had no movement of my phone. I suspect in a panic stop situation the phone may slide of the front.

Nice planning on doing this to my truck also.

Great video Don!!

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks Tristan!

Taking delivery of the 2022 soon. Watched this entire video, then downloaded the manual for the new truck. They fit a 15W charger in already. Guess it couldn't hurt to have two in the same truck, but I feel a little better now knowing that it won't take years to charge!

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Having another charger for passengers never hurts!

This is my favourite video of yours yet. It’s so satisfying watching you do better than the GM engineering and design teams!

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Wow! I am glad 🙂 I am happy to have 2 chargers and no clutter either

Great video and very explained, I bought the same product and will install it this evening :)

@Donslife

3 ай бұрын

Have fun! Thanks for watching!!

Thanks for this video. I want a wireless charger for my 21 Silverado with the jump seat. Great job man.

@Donslife

Жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

On the 2023 Sierra 2500, they no longer have that spot in the arm rest. What a bummer! You have great videos and explain very well.

@Donslife

4 ай бұрын

Thank you 😊

Solid vid Don

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

🙏🏻

Great video!

Спасибо за детальную и полезную информацию!

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome, товарищ

Agree. With the price tag on the truck GM should've focused on those attention to details.

Great video! We always try to design things to appear as OEM as possible. To the untrained eye this certainly looks like a factory setup. One of the other things that differentiates our product against the competition is that our chargers fit larger phones - the competitions charger is narrower and larger phones do not fit.

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Great point!

@djbrannon1

2 жыл бұрын

Installed in my ‘21 Silverado last week. Super disappointed, I anticipated a fast charger based on everything you said in this video. Basically my phone gets super hot and “holds” the current charge level. The stock wireless charger in the truck is much better and the phone barely gets warm while using it. Did I get a lemon or something?

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Doesn’t sound right. Something isn’t right. Mine sees multiple phones (family) with regular cases on them and no issues, just faster charging. I would contact BoostAutoParts

@lacascadaobregon

2 жыл бұрын

Great engineering. These are actually awesome constraints that you added to the engineering process. Particularly, 1. being able to hold wider phones 2. Appear OEM as possible

@boostautoparts

2 жыл бұрын

@@lacascadaobregon Thanks for the positive feedback!

As long as you don’t love the 12v plug in the back, looks good! I wish it were a little deeper and maybe my model is a little different (2020 GMC 2500) but with my driving I fear that shallow would go flying around. 😂

Great share Fam 🤙🏾🔥

@Donslife

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the visit

can’t wait to charge my phone so speedy 😎⚡️

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Epic!

I wish i can put 📸 of my work thx alot buddy my princess are too way happy with this new wireless charger God bless everyone this day ❤️

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Happy it worked out for you!

Great Videos Don, I hope that charger is working out great since I’m going to do that after holidays. along with the Fog light and reverse light mod. Wonder if you ever looked into the 120VAC Outlets for upgrades.. I have 2021 2500HD Denali Black Diamond Edition and the 120VAC outlets suck.. won’t run a coffee maker. And using a outlet tester found the dash is ok but the truck Bed outlet, the neutral and power are reversed..I’ll mention to dealer when I take it in for first oil change. Thoughts? maybe your next video.

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I haven't even used the bed outlet yet! You have given me some ideas, but my next batch of videos are planned out for the short-term

I love this install it’s clean and something that should have been installed from the factory. Only concern I have is that it sits high and the phone might potentially slide off. I could be wrong tho. Would love to hear your experience with it so far.

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

So far it is pretty ‘grippy’. I suppose it would depend on the case more than anything

Thank you.

Gracias 🙏

Thanks for the video! Perfect.

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

No worries

I like the trim lighting but was curious if it could look as good as it did in some other Vechiles

GMC will eventually steal all your mod ideas. Lol. This is a great video. Shit I didn’t even know existed. Thanks.

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Be kinda cool if they did

Thanks for the video Don. I have watched all your videos and love them all. I have a pop socket and was wondering if any of the kids or phones in your house have one to see if it picks up on that charger. Also, I purchased the 622GW Nextbase after your video and have had tons of problems with it freezing up even with a nextbase microSD. Any issues with yours over the last few months?

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

They used to have pop sockets but not anymore. I looked into it and now they make swappable ones that can be removed if needed for charging. If you have access to another fast wireless charger, try it. If it works then there is a chance it will with this. Sorry I can’t be of more help at the moment

@unclek127

2 жыл бұрын

@@Donslife any trouble with your Nextbase 622 freezing up? Seems like mine overheats and then stops working. I need to pull it from the charger and let it cool for 10/15 minutes

I like this one also. My phone doesn’t even fit in the stock console. How many different charger options are there?

Awesome

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Very

I enjoyed the instructional video even though I have a ‘23 Silverado with a different charger (delisted under constraint). Question- why don’t you replace the factory charger as well with a higher power charger? Anyway, I’m an ex Chevrolet mechanic (37 years on the job), and I have been learning “old dog- new dog tricks”, and thoroughly enjoying watching and learning. I’ve even done a few mods on my own truck. Keep up the good work! - Michael

@Donslife

10 ай бұрын

Thanks Michael. I had considered upgrading the factory charger, but never chased that project down.

great presentator

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Hi, I thought this was a great video but I was wondering if maybe you can use same wiring harness to hook to your stock wireless charger and boost power that way. If you can I would to see video if that is possible. 2 high power wireless charging pads would be great.

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

I suppose it is possible. It would take some modifications and require removing the original

Drilling those two 1/2 circle holes would be painful! my AT4 is only 29 days old - might have to wait a bit before doing this! love the outcome.

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

😊

I never knew this existed!!! Do you know if the 2021 elevation is the same as the 2022 refreshed?

Ordered the charging system and installed as instructed works great but... I read the GMC manual on the original charger a claims 18.5 watts of charging.. which is good.. don't have a way to verify that though..

I’m so afraid to take things apart! But I’ll do it!

@Donslife

4 ай бұрын

Just take your time

Thoughts on upgrading the stock in-console charger with a faster one, either in addition to the armrest charger or just keeping the stock location but with a faster charger?

@Donslife

5 ай бұрын

I have looked into doing this. During that time there weren't any options I was fond of, unless I went totally custom and gutted the old system and did some chopping up of the charging area. I pretty much never use that location for my phone.

Have you figured out how to exchange the factory OEM chargers with modules that charge at a higher wattage?

Any issues with overheating? I recently purchased the Xipoo wirelesss charger from Amazon which is similar and it even follows same installation instructions as this, but when I place my phone on it, at first it seems to be working okay, but then the light starts blinking and it overheats. Thinking about giving yours a try. This is for a 2021 GMC Sierra with the full center console.

@Donslife

Ай бұрын

No overheating issues with mine. I have heard that too thick of a case can cause many of these devices to overheat. Maybe try without a case and see.

cool, might get one for mine but wondering how big of a job it would be to replace the OEM charger with one of those instead of in the arm rest.

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Unless someone develops a direct plug and play replacement, it would be a more difficult job than this install. (My opinion)

Hey Don did you paint your frames around fog lights? I noticed yours are white

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

My friend, I made a video! Wrapped them : kzread.info/dash/bejne/Yq2mlqhtj92olKg.html

I really like the idea but have you had issues with the phone sliding around while driving? It looks like with the charging pad the phone almost sits flush with the console. I have an otterbox but my phone has slid around if I leave it sit up there.

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Brian, a few people have been asking the sliding question. I wanted to do my own testing first before responding. My specific case has s smooth and not rubbery and so far it has not moved despite the shallow recess. I have had to do some pretty hard stops and no issue. Again, this is with my hard case. I can say I actually love it so far. The rubber mat is pretty grippy on its own too.

I like it I have the same setup in my gmc 3500 dually but one thing how do it charge if you have a hard case with it still charge with your phone inside the case?

@Donslife

9 ай бұрын

It all depends on the thickness and material of the case. Some report Otterbox’s have worked, while others haven’t.

@bishopgeorge1333

9 ай бұрын

@Donslife Okay thank you I will give it a try, I will have to look at your video a few more times.

Have you looked into upgrading the OEM charging pad to a Qi fast charger?

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

I have briefly. It would take some fabrication and I don’t know if I am ready to do that. I have been super busy with work 😔

Of course I find this awesome video and click the link for the charger only to find out it's out of stock

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe this video has made the product more popular 😂

@troia2

2 жыл бұрын

@@Donslife I guarantee it!

@boostautoparts

2 жыл бұрын

@@troia2 Back in stock, but who knows for how long!

or maybe do something in center back seat console or even the big space on top front dash under windshield

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Good ideas 💡

Great video, Any idea how to convert the main console with wireless charging? Bought a 21 Yukon and because of chip shortage, they didn't include the wireless charger. I tried adding in my Samsung wireless charger which didn't receive enough power to the actual charging pad.

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

I would have to do some research.

@boostautoparts

2 жыл бұрын

We offer a wireless charger for the 21+ Yukons

@caseyxiang

2 жыл бұрын

@@boostautoparts can you please post a link here? I have a Yukon 2021 too.

@boostautoparts

2 жыл бұрын

@@caseyxiang Our 2019+ GM full console charger works, however the 21+ Yukon/Tahoe don't have a rear 12V outlet so we are working on a new video showing how to install in the Yukon/Tahoe.

Can this install work on a GMC 2021 AT 4 with out coming from the factory with out any charging pads.

@Donslife

Жыл бұрын

As long as the armrest is identical. This one is for the fixed style center console.

Great video , but i think the bomely upgraded wireless charging is the best one , no need for cutting and it's deeper so your phone won't fall of while driving or offroading ,

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

I liked the aesthetic of the BoostAuto one more (personal choice). But if the Bomely works better for some people, that’s good too. I didn’t favor the raised profile to make the pad deeper. The more choices the better! Thanks for the share.

@yacoubalyousef

2 жыл бұрын

@@Donslife yeah I agree with you 👍🏼

@omarcallejas6207

2 жыл бұрын

Same thought I have “great upgrade but i feel like my phone will slide off on a turn or bump”

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

@@omarcallejas6207 I haven’t had any sliding issues yet, but maybe with certain cases

@boostautoparts

2 жыл бұрын

The competitions wireless phone charger does not fit larger phones - the opening is smaller than the stock one.

Hey guy, love you videos, a quick? Can you upgrade the provided charger GMC provided?

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I am not aware of an upgrade to the existing charger. I am keeping my eyes open though

Can you change the guts of the original charger in the dash to make it a faster charger? That could be your next project ……?

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like a challenge. I suppose it would be possible

Do you know if it charges faster that using the 110 plug that's provided?

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Depends on the plug you’re using. This is 15watts. The wall plugs by Apple for 110v are 5 watts and 12 watts I think. So faster than the 5 watt and probably closer to the 12 watt since there is probably some efficiency loss with the wireless.

Hey Don! Will this work on my AT4 even if it didn’t come with the wireless charging option?

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Yes as long as the console is the same one. There is a smaller fold down console/armrest on lower trim models and it is not compatible due to the cut out being different

Does this work for a 2019 GMC Sierra SLT?

So is it MagSafe connection? Or the phone slides around? As well I have the same set up as you, so that is considered a complete council right? Or is it a jump seat?

@Donslife

5 ай бұрын

It’s a complete console version. The pad is ‘grippy’ rubber so most cases or bare phones won’t slide around. Not a magsafe product

@joshr19821

5 ай бұрын

@@Donslife do you have a discount code from them and it still holding up very well? I have a iPhone 13. It looks like it works with that

@Donslife

5 ай бұрын

@joshr19821 I wish I had something for you. They are working on a solution to offer a unique Donslife code. Nothing yet unfortunately. Mine is holding up just fine. I had made this video with an 11 Pro Max, Now I have a 13 Pro max and was charging it on the pad today.

Great video, but why couldn’t you just replace the charger that came with truck? Thank you.

@Donslife

5 ай бұрын

As of today. I still have never found a product that could replace the original one. It is integrated into the console and not easily replaced or cut out

Does your M4 have the wireless charging pad? Mine was tragically slow

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

It has a non-Qi compatible one. So I added a USB one in the armrest and it fits inside with the lid closed

hey body, thanks for the videos very helpfully. Could you please post the wire harness number or just the link to goin directly to buy it. Thank you in advance,

Would you happen to know if this fits the 2022 Sierra 1500 Denali. Its not an exact option on the site. Emailed them and they replied back saying the mirrors will fit. What mirrors lol.

@Donslife

Жыл бұрын

If yours has the same interior as mine and not the refresh, then it should work. I just don’t know if the refresh has the exact same bezel size in the refresh models. BoostAutoParts has been really good to deal with, I am guessing there is a misunderstanding somewhere

Will it cause any issues by puting a higher amperage fuse in the harness?

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

I don’t recommend putting a higher amperage fuse in the circuit. The circuit as it is should be sufficient for multiple charging devices in various ports at the same time

Where did you get chrome trim for inside your cab

@Donslife

Жыл бұрын

I have the AT4 trim, so it came with chrome accents, brushed aluminum accents

GREAT VIDEO - MERCED CHEVROLET

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

can you tell us where and how much was the new charger and does the harness comes with it?

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

I think it was $135 USD when I ordered one

I just installed mine and have question of the flushess of the charger. I feel like mine doesn't fit as flush. I have a 2021 at4 and followed every step to the T. I expect it to be a little higher but I feel like the end toward the dash is a little high. Any thoughts?

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Does it look like it is sitting high with the rubber mat removed?

@anthonylofton4846

2 жыл бұрын

@@Donslife I would imagine so. Tightened every screw to pull it forward but not sure what I did wrong. Just watched video again. It's nothing you did wrong of course. This video was fantastic.

Really need one for a 2024 3500 LT with the flip up center console/seat. It has the same spot for your phone to fit so i wonder if this would still work.

@Donslife

5 ай бұрын

I would check with Boost Auto!

@masonryman8183

5 ай бұрын

@@Donslife Will do. Thanks. Keep the content coming. 👌🏾

Thanks Don. The tutorial was spot on and the fit & finish of the charging pad looks like stock for my ‘21 Sierra 1500 AT4. First of many mods to my “new to me” Sierra. Grill and blade lights are next!

@Donslife

3 ай бұрын

Glad it helped

I have a question. I currently have an Android and I do gig apps for work. It's normal for me to have 4-5 apps running at the same time, and I find that as my phone is plugged in it still will not charge while the apps are running. Like the battery will still slowly drain. Also I plan on taking a road trip across America so I will be living in my car for a little while. If I charge the charging pad during the day while the car is on, could I use it to charge my phone at night while the car is off and power supply is not available? Thanks

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

My pad seems to stay on when the vehicle is off. That is the best answer I can give you. Since it is tapping into the rear 12v acc circuit, you could test a charger plugged in there overnight with a LED indicator and see if it stays on

I know it says its for full console only, but shouldnt it work for a bench seat like i have on my 21 Elevation, the armrest is the same it looks like and it has the USB ports on the back bottom to tap into?

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe take your armrest apart first and inpect and compare to my video footage. You’ll probably want to tap into the 12v cigarette lighter style adapter too. The harness is long, but could be extended. You could look up the part numbers on a GM parts site and see if the bezel/tray are the same part # first too.

@cooterschipper

2 жыл бұрын

@@Donslife i looked and it does have the cigarette lighter beside the 2 USB ports on the back i think the difference is on your armrest you have the leather in the middle front section of the tray.. mine looks like the plastic tray runs all the way to the handle to open it.. i might just buy one and see if it works if not send it back lol. Thanks for the info!

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

@@cooterschipper good luck! Maybe contact them first. I seem to remember the packaging said no returns if opened.

@boostautoparts

2 жыл бұрын

@@cooterschipper The jump seat looks similar, but is a different shape. We are developing the jump seat version as of writing this comment (12/7/21) - reach out to our team via email and ask to be notified when it's released if you're interested.

@cooterschipper

2 жыл бұрын

@@boostautoparts thanks for the info!

did the vehicle come equipped with wireless charging already?

@Donslife

Жыл бұрын

Yes but it is lower powered which makes it extremely slow. Also the truck holds 5 people so having a couple wireless charges is a nice addition

Do you think it would fit in my 2023 at4hd?

@Donslife

Жыл бұрын

You might want to contact BoostAutoParts and ask. I didn’t see it listed but if your console armrest is identical to mine, then I think it would.

You don't have heated and cooled rear seats.... that has more wiring in the console.

@Donslife

8 ай бұрын

I have heated and cooled front seats and heated rear seats

is it possible to upgrade the stock charger (in front of the cup holders)? I can't understand why they kept the design of the arm rest considering they tool the charger out of it for the newer model!

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

The mounting in the front console wouldn’t work with this unit. They don’t currently make one either that is just a replacement. Technically you could probably fabricate a replacement

@Allegiance_Outdoors

2 жыл бұрын

@@Donslife it’s just crazy why they left the cut out in the console and took the charger out…guess it’s a good thing in this case.

Do you know of any issues installing this with a console vault inserted?

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

I don’t think it would interfere since the lid is the main install location. I would suggest seeing if the rear cupholder section comes apart without any issues. Then you can see if running the wires would still be the same as my installation demo.

Can you do this on a sierra that does not come with this feature… like a slt?

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Yes if it has the same console. The harness is long enough for tapping into the 12v at the front if you don’t have one in the back.

My 2021 AT4 wireless charger only seems to work with iPhones. Any idea if this works with Android/Pixel phones?

@Donslife

Жыл бұрын

It should if the phone is Qi compatible. Some Android and Pixel phones are not Qi compatible, as well as older iPhones

How would it work with a big phone like a iPhone 12 Pro Max? The stock “cubby” is tight

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

It will fit unless your case makes it too big. They made is shallow and non-slip so the bigger phones will make contact with the pad without touching the sides.

@mikewhite7571

2 жыл бұрын

@@Donslife awesome thanks for the reply!

Do they make one like this that replaces slow one in original location

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

Not at the moment

Hi my truck don’t have have one, you think can I put one in??

@Donslife

2 жыл бұрын

I think so. There is a long cable to attach to a front 12v source too. Have a look on the company’s website boostautoparts.com