2004 H2 Pics (Nav Screens, Antenna, Wheel, Cup Holders) [Archive]

Kevin B

09-26-2003, 08:13 PM

Well that was worth the wait http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif Antenna looks.....well.......kinda cheesy, but the Nav system look tight http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_cool.gif

BTW Ill keep my drink holders thanks http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

Kevin B

09-26-2003, 08:16 PM

Hey! It looks like the center seat belt has a shoulder strap......Very cool

SUTJim

09-26-2003, 08:23 PM

The center seat belt looks awesome on this new 2004. I have the Avalanche and the center seatbelt keeps falling under the seat when I work the midgate. Or I have this long belt I roll up and stick in the little loop which only holds it for a few days.

Current Chevy Avalanche owner,
future H2 SUT owner

Dan

09-26-2003, 09:00 PM

They mounted the antenna to the freekin side vent???? I call BS http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_mad.gif

Thanks for the pics Detonate!

- Dan

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SUT on order 12/02. 9 months down, 9 to go!
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Bayou H2

09-26-2003, 10:36 PM

Great pics! Does anyone know if the Navigation System can be installed in a 2003?

'03 White H2 W/ Lux Package

hummer17

09-26-2003, 11:14 PM

As a potential 2004 buyer:

The steering wheel looks cheap. 2003 model is way better.

The antenna looks cheap and that is an idiotic place to mount it for a vehicle designed to go off road - what was wrong with the old location?

The cup holder in the rear seat also looks cheap (is there a theme emerging here...)

Finally, the Nav system is an absolute cluster F. In 2004 who has ever heard of having a DVD-Nav system where you can't play a CD while using the Nav system. Plus, GM already has a way to do this (see the Caddy Escalade setup with a 6-CD changer where the On-Star is) - but obvisouly decided not to implement in the H2.

Additionally, the mount of the Nav looks cheap with the plastic surround. You can tell this is a retro fit, not designed especially to fit the H2 as the pictures of the concept Nav in the H2 SUT were going to be...

Did I mention the steering wheel looks like a KIA part in a $50k vehicle, ridiculous...

Circuitguy

09-26-2003, 11:24 PM

I think its going to be hard to install crome side vents with this nasty thing in the way! BIG-C

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by Detonate:
Antenna

-Jim March
Arlington TX
2003 Red H2
_Beauty is in the eye of the Beer Holder_<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

White 03-H2-LUX

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Texas Red

09-27-2003, 01:32 AM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by Bayou H2:
Great pics! Does anyone know if the Navigation System can be installed in a 2003?

'03 White H2 W/ Lux Package <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

I believe the new 2004 H2 Nav system can be retrofitted into the 2003 H2, but I hear it would also require a whole new wiring harness which will drive the cost up. Any body else have info on retrofit??

Jim
Red H2

KMAzz

09-27-2003, 02:30 AM

Yea i'll stick to my 03...I like my kenwood 7" touchscreen w/dvd nav better anyway http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

2003 Yellow H2
2002 Chevy Avalanche
1993 Ford Probe GT(SHOW CAR)
2003 Hyundai Tiburon GT

Steve R

09-27-2003, 03:05 AM

Ah heck.....this is all my fault!!!!!

When I went to their research survey, I spent entirely way too much time hitting their free food/drink area and not enough time telling them how dumb their new ideas were.

My bad....I'll make it up to ya'll in '05

The nav looks tight, I hear it's a simple change-out so we can get it.

The steering wheel, which I saw and bitched about, is cheesy...and correct me if I'm wrong, but does that center cup-holder thingy look like dog bowls????

The antenna on the side looks like a high-school kids $20 gift-certificate at Pep Boys put to good use! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif

And of course, the complete omission of a proper licorice dispenser sickens me!!! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_mad.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

I wonder....I wonder what Webman would say?

09-27-2003, 09:15 AM

Thanks to Detonate and csx164 for all the photos...I have definitely changed my mind about buying a 2004 now!!!

I don't like the steering wheel at all. You're right, it does look like it's something that belongs in a KIA...way too cheesy to be in a Hummer H2.

I expected better on the NAV system. Can't play CDs while using the NAV? What in the world was GM thinking? My 6-CD changer is way too important to me, and I'm also not very impressed with that retrofit look.

The rear cup holder is, well, what can I say? I am at a total loss for words...I bet my dog would like it though, one for water and the other for a little meal on the road http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif

And I wonder whose bright idea it was to mount the antenna on the side vent? The side vent?!!! GM must have been up all night working on that one!

Just guessing, but I bet it still doesn't have a hood prop, under hood light, or clothes hanger hooks. When I go into the dealer this next week, I'm going to have to take a look at one of these...seeing is believing and I just can't believe it! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif

P.S. - Steve, you're fired!!! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Detonate

09-27-2003, 10:59 AM

There are no clothes hanger hooks for sure. That was one of the first things I noticed.

I'm surprised so many people don't like the Nav system. I love it.

It was easy to use, easy to read, the system responded fast to calculating routes. I should have test drove one to try it out while moving, but didn't bother.

Maybe it's just becuase I don't listen to CDs very often, or maybe it's because I don't really use a GPS that often, but I just don't understand the uproar about not being able to NAV and play CDs at the same time. Personally, if I was wanting to hear the Nav Lady giving me directions, I wouldn't be jamming out to Metallica CDs anyway.

As far as the retro fit goes, here is what the dealer told me, so take it with a grain of salt.

The radio and the OnStar are tied in together. And the OnStar is coded on a per vehicle basis. So retrofitting is not going to be easy and would require some 3rd party parts of some sort.

He also mentioned that there are outputs on the back of the stereo if you decided to hook up a CD changer to factory stereo.

-Jim March
Arlington TX
2003 Red H2
Beauty is in the eye of the Beer Holder

NJ H2

09-27-2003, 01:25 PM

While using the NAV and listening to the radio, will the radio volume lower itself when the NAV voice come on to tell you your next turn?
Also, do you happen to know what kind of multi cd changer could be plugged in to the inputs on the back of the DVD NAV Radio and if so can CD's in the Multi CD Changer be controled by the radio controls and can the CD's be listened to while using the NAV?
Lots of ??? sorry!

ICEMAN

09-27-2003, 01:44 PM

Detonate,
Does your rear seat come with a shoulder belt?
Also my other question which I can't get answered by the H2 helpline..
Does the rear seat have the setup for a third LATCH safety seat?
That's my main holdback on buying one..I want to make sure my baby is safe back there..

Thanks
Larry

Circuitguy

09-27-2003, 02:30 PM

Look on the bright side, Now it comes with plastic plugs for the fromt and rear hitch! If that matters... Where is the XM radio? Even a base model chevy truck has a XM option! Damm! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_mad.gif BIG-C

White 03-H2-LUX

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RMST

09-27-2003, 02:50 PM

Why can't american car makers get their **** together and build a decent interior. I honestly believe that the reason I am not driving an H2 right now is because my wife was not at all impressed with the interior. I drive an Audi and she drives a VW Jetta. The interiors in both of those cars just blows the interior of the H2 away.
In my opinion the exterior of the H2 is just head and shoulders above anything else on the road and the performance of the truck makes up for the inadequacies inside, thus justifying the price but it would be nice to see that they were making some progress on the interior. It also sure would help in my ongoing negotiations with my wife.

DennisAJC

09-27-2003, 04:07 PM

I said it in the other thread, I feel bad for the poor bastard that buys the 04. Quite the downgrade. If this is what they did, imagine the shortcuts in the areas you can't see?

The NAV is the first clue. What a dissapointing piece of ****. With all the money we spend, GM should try not to **** it up. Who cares if sales go down because of this.
02 and 03 models are definately better.

Now I realize that the H3 will be just as disappointing(I hope I'm wrong).

As for the antenna on the side vent, I imagine alot are going to be TORN off by those elf freaks(too exposed and vunerable).

04 H2 downgraded...GREAT!...More...definately more fuel for the trolls...sigh...

He ain't heavy.....
He's ma HUMMER baby!
03 NUDE Pewter Lux H2
03 Dressed Range Rover

MAC

09-27-2003, 04:51 PM

RMST, Hummer interior is exceptionally comfortable, functional, handsome and well put together. I have no intention to change your mind or convince you otherwise, obviously German interiors are what fit your taste for the time being, stick with People's cars(VW). Hummer interior fits the image and style of the Hummer exactly right.

The 04 change is good news for all 03 owners, glad they did a half-hearted poor job, that helps to maintain the value of 03 Hummers, I've been worrying that Hummer may do too good a job on the 04. Every auto maker is obligated to make some change to their cars every year, often meaningless small changes like these. I am just very surprised how trivia, irrelevant and ugly the changes are. You would think with all the money and people they have at Hummer or GM, they'd know better. Or maybe this is due to the fact that 03 Hummer is simply too nice or too perfect, how do you improve Mona Lisa? http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Kevin B

09-27-2003, 05:06 PM

Like I said.........

Look at the bright side, It cant hurt the resale value of the 03. The worst thing a manufacturer can do to their customers is to make drastic changes in body styles and features. Thats how you kill the resale market for your own customer base.

Im happy to see minimal changes and from what I have seen so far we(03 owners)are looking better for a trade in or sale.

Look at the H1, Props to Hummer for sticking with a good design for over 10 years and look at the resale value they have (except for the new ones). If you bought a 02 H1 you have something to complailn about.....like a $30,000 price cut when they introduced the H2. Just think if they did that to the H2 buyer this early into the game......can you say planned obsolescence???

Buckeye Hummer

09-27-2003, 05:16 PM

Look for big changes in 05, possibly new engine maybe even losing the solid rear axle. 2004 is prep work for 05 so they can have more time to feel out the market.

I hate the steering wheel, my 03 is the tan insert and looks much more bold. I'm not even going to talk about the nav system. You can buy two streetpilots III for that price and they absolutely rock! Dennis probably has the best point about the new antenna. They are just asking to be pulled off by the local elf dickhead. I'm still having fun with what I have done to my 03 H2:

Sirius Satellite Radio
Warn xd9000i winch wired front and rear
AM General 5' basket roof rack
Cobra mobile CB with 3' whip antenna
20,000 lb. tow straps
and my favorite, the level-meter that tells me the degree of incline.

Nope, no major cutting or engine changes just things to make my H2 more functional on and off-road.

Soon to have:

Chromeolly tie-rods
New air bag system adjustable from 1-5" in lift with 4500 lb. bags vs. stock 1800lb.

I still love Hummers and actually leave my business cards on ones I see around town inviting them to this forum and our SoCal runs.

DennisAJC

09-27-2003, 08:58 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by Buckeye Hummer:
.New air bag system adjustable from 1-5" in lift with 4500 lb. bags vs. stock 1800lb.
.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Buckeye,

Can you share this tasty info...more details?
Stock lift was 2"...Are you saying this one will be 5"?????Did I read that right?

Oh and by the way my WARN 9000i was rewired so I can disconnect elecrical from front to back finally!(Bought a hard wired model.)

He ain't heavy.....
He's ma HUMMER baby!
03 NUDE Pewter Lux H2
03 Dressed Range Rover

Buckeye Hummer

09-28-2003, 01:43 AM

Dennis,

Here is my understanding from the Hummer Guru here in L.A (also wired my winch for me and helped to get me unstuck on our last run), the stock air bags are rated at 1800 lbs., which according to him is insufficient for the H2's weight, hence the frequent ass dragging we read about. The bags he is getting me are rated at 4500 lbs. (give or take) and the system is adjustable meaning I can select how much additional clearance I need up to 5". Now some have said that doesn't sound right but I will find out next week when I get it installed. For me, this is a nice upgrade and should be rather dandy on the trail! Know that I am currently running on regular springs, which I opted for for numerous reasons and have had no problems on the trail whatsoever (frequent driver error excluded). He is also installing a heavier duty air compressor. Many pics will follow. I hope to have it done next week.

DennisAJC

09-28-2003, 08:48 AM

*CLICK* " Notify me of new posts by Buckeye Hummer" http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

He ain't heavy.....
He's ma HUMMER baby!
03 NUDE Pewter Lux H2
03 Dressed Range Rover

HappyJack

09-28-2003, 11:30 PM

The nav looks so nice, I wish I could add it to my 2003. I too wish it would play a CD while in nav mode but maybe there will be an after market adapter for a cd changer.

Cheers

[ formerly known as wannabe and wannabeinit ]

H2 Daddy

09-28-2003, 11:39 PM

Can't wait to see that air bag stuff.

OLE YLLR

09-29-2003, 02:43 AM

Hey gang, I was talking to a Hummer Rep and the only reason for the antena change was that they had too many customer complaints about the 2003 model getting folded down by low branches and getting poor radio reception, hence the change. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_frown.gif

JSA_3

09-29-2003, 11:57 AM

Better folded in my opinion - than ripped/torn off.... http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_frown.gif

Tucson Beast

09-29-2003, 06:56 PM

I put in an after market NAV system along with a rear camera. I can play my radio-CDs at the same time I am using the NAV system or camera. I placed the monitor at the end of the small roof console (I have sunroof) - it looks like it belongs there as original equipment (it is natural to look up at that screen position).

The NAV system is the Pioneer AVIC-80DVD with a slick Pioneer monitor AVD-W6210. If you want pictures let me know - I will be away from forum until weekend - I can post pictures at that time.

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"It's what you learn, after you know it all, that counts - John Wooden

DennisAJC

09-29-2003, 07:04 PM

Tucson,

Yes please! PICS PICS PICS! I think I have the same setup as yours too.

He ain't heavy.....
He's ma HUMMER baby!
03 NUDE Pewter Lux H2
03 Dressed Range Rover

[This message was edited by DennisAJC on 09-29-03 at 02:22 PM.]

NJ H2

09-29-2003, 11:19 PM

Tucson, if you don't mind can you tell us the cost of your system?

Tucson Beast

09-30-2003, 12:30 AM

NJH2 - Here are the costs of system. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif
DennisAJC - I will provide some pictures on Sat or Sun of this week. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

* Pioneer AVIC-80-DVD NAV System & AVD-W6210 Monitor = $1899
* Rear Camera (mounted on top of back - view is down/out to back of H2) = $219.95
* Labor to install = $300

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"It's what you learn, after you know it all, that counts - John Wooden

DVJ

09-30-2003, 12:30 AM

GM must be scraping the bottom if the ID barrel on this one. Must have hired some HS kids from the http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_confused.gif http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_confused.gifIIT. ;-)

Steering wheel does indeed look cheesy.
Nav system - that's a snoozer.
Antenna on the vent? What were they drinking? Glad I went for the year end 03 sale and didn't wait for this. I'd probably be driving an RX330.

Thanks for posting. I feel much better about my decision.

dvj

DennisAJC

09-30-2003, 01:51 PM

Tuscon,

It does seem more logical to mount the camera up top. Swapping the camera to hitch would be too tedious. Your way you could see your tow load also.

DVJ,

Your observation and decision was bang on. I think though(except for the antenna and that ****box NAV etc...)my critcism on the 04 was too harsh.

Apperantly, that have taken most of the issues and deficiencies that we on the Forum complained about(well some of us http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif). But on the downside they have added their own such as the antenna, NAV, wheel,etc. I think on balance the 04 is slightly better if not the same as the 03. These GM boys should be looking into this Forum and taking notes not listening to a bunch of pencil necks.

He ain't heavy.....
He's ma HUMMER baby!
03 NUDE Pewter Lux H2
03 Dressed Range Rover

Dan

09-30-2003, 02:07 PM

Im praying (dont start on me) that the '05s have much improvements, like the tie rods, better nav/cd system, XM, antenna, dog dish, etc, etc.... http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

YOU READING THIS GM!?!?!?!??????

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DennisAJC

09-30-2003, 02:20 PM

Dan,

Can't wait to see your SUT!!!! I hope they don't have that NAV systen in yours http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif.

He ain't heavy.....
He's ma HUMMER baby!
03 NUDE Pewter Lux H2
03 Dressed Range Rover

MindlesS

09-30-2003, 03:39 PM

One thing I wouldnt mind seeing in the future of H2's is all four automatic windows, for down and up, instead of just the driver...Just like my lexus...That would be nice.

- mindless

DennisAJC

09-30-2003, 03:43 PM

Mine has Express down on Driver and Passenger windows. http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_confused.gif

Yes, I think all 4 windows would be good BUT with an Express Up feature as well.

He ain't heavy.....
He's ma HUMMER baby!
03 NUDE Pewter Lux H2
03 Dressed Range Rover

89vette

10-01-2003, 05:27 PM

Why would we expect such things as a NAv with a separate CD changer (GM parts bin has one that would fit where the useless OnStar buttons are that is used in the old Escalades) and a camera so you can see when you back up and don't kill anyone when we can't even get a $.15 plastic holder for our change or hanger hooks?

03 Sunset H2!
89 Vette
02 Escalade

argonaut

10-01-2003, 06:27 PM

I have hanger hooks... http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

'03 H2 Sunset Orange No mods
'03 BMW M3 Convertible
'02 BMW M5

H2 Daddy

10-02-2003, 12:28 AM

I would like a heated steering wheel. The steering wheel gets so cold in Minnesota that it hurts to hold it without gloves.

hummer17

10-04-2003, 01:38 AM

More pictures please!!

Tucson Beast

10-04-2003, 08:21 PM

NJH2 & DennisAJC

Here are the pictures of my Pioneer DVD NAV system and Monitor along with Rear Camera. BTW the camera is made by Rosen and the Pioneer monitor is a touch-screen type, lastly the NAV system is controlled by touch-remote-voice systems.

"It's what you learn, after you know it all, that counts - John Wooden

Tucson Beast

10-04-2003, 08:22 PM

Second Picture

"It's what you learn, after you know it all, that counts - John Wooden

Tucson Beast

10-04-2003, 08:24 PM

Third Picture

"It's what you learn, after you know it all, that counts - John Wooden

Tucson Beast

10-04-2003, 08:26 PM

4th Picture

"It's what you learn, after you know it all, that counts - John Wooden

Tucson Beast

10-04-2003, 08:27 PM

5th Picture

"It's what you learn, after you know it all, that counts - John Wooden

Tucson Beast

10-04-2003, 08:29 PM

6th Picture

"It's what you learn, after you know it all, that counts - John Wooden

Tucson Beast

10-04-2003, 08:33 PM

So the above pictures show my Pioneer NAV system and Rear camera setup. In pic #5 you can see the black mic for the voice command capabilities of the NAV system. I can use the NAV in a location that is great (also for the camera view). You can switch back and forth from NAV to rear camera (rear camera is automatic when in reverse). I can listen to my 6-CD stock unit at the same time. I think this is still a better approach than the 2004 NAV/CD system.

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DennisAJC

10-04-2003, 10:59 PM

Tucson,

The Nav and monitor set up is exactly like mine...I love it! http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

The Bullet cameras is a FIRST! That is cool!

I think SteveR will love that set up...it will eliminate the spotter problem if you have one up front.

You inspire me...CHA CHING on the next purchases!!!

He ain't heavy.....
He's ma HUMMER baby!
03 NUDE Pewter Lux H2
03 Dressed Range Rover

HUMMERDOGG

10-05-2003, 01:53 AM

I saw this navigation screen holder the other day.

http://www.mbconcepts.us/

*NO LONGER A member of the "No Hummer Krew"*

Tucson Beast

10-05-2003, 08:04 PM

Hummerdogg

I looked at the housing - you know to me it sticks out to far. I used a hole where the switch for my off-road lights was placed by dealer in the console. The placement of the monitor is tight against console with wire in that hole - it really looks like stock. Thanks for you link

DennisAJC

Thanks for the positive comments - I do enjoy the camera angle when cars are in back - I am thinking about a camera on the right side looking down (monitor has another imput) - that would yield some interestig views http://www.elcova.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif

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