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Clearshield Paint at Protection Stereo West AutotoysIf you want to protect your vehicle from scratches and stone chips, drop by Stereo West Autotoys in Omaha or Elkhorn and ask about our Clear Shield Pro paint protection film packages. Also known as clear bra, our paint protection film packages protect the appearance and value of your vehicle while remaining almost invisible. Let’s take a close look at the film we use and packages we offer.Clear Shield Pro film from Solar Gard is a transparent u …

A client from Omaha recently visited Stereo West Autotoys to talk about upgrading his 2018 Toyota Tundra audio system. Although his 1794 Edition truck looks great with its Silver Sky Metallic paint, 20-inch wheels and premium leather interior, its JBL sound system simply doesn’t offer the performance a true audio enthusiast expects. We had a look at the vehicle and discussed the features the client wanted to improve. After auditioning several products in our showroom, we put together a plan to m …

Window Film Options at Stereo West Autotoys Stereo West Autotoys in Elkhorn and Omaha offers four different window tint options to make your ride look great! Whether you want to change the look of a leased vehicle or are after the best UV and heat protection available, wehave a solution for every vehicle. No matter what film package you choose, our team of expert technicians will ensure that your car, truck or SUV looks amazing. Let’s take a close look at the features and benefits of each p …

Our take on audio upgrade for the 2018 Chevy DuramaxWe started with keeping the factory head unit and adding a JL Audio FIX82 to obtain the signal needed to supply the JL Audio VX1000/5i amplifier that runs this entire audio system in a compact chassis that we hid completly out of view from prying eyes. We then added a JL Audio Stealthbox under the rear seat. JL Audio stealthboxes are made for optimum performance and contoured to the vehicles interior for a perfect fit. Next we added 2, 7in …

JL Audios new VXI lineup of amplifiers include advanced DSP technology to tune your audio system. Our technicians are well trained to integrate with today's vehicles and factory head units. This lets the customer keep the factory look and feel and the factory screen that may control more of the vehicles functions other than audio. Our technicians use that factory system to feed either a summing device like the JL Audio FIX or in some cases directly tie into the factory system with …

Our experts can outfit your boat or jetski with a sound system with premium components and sound quality. We know what it takes to make a boat sound great and our technicians will tune your system for optimum results. We carry a wide variety of products and options from JL Audio, Kenwood, Sony, and Pioneer. For the best results we recommend stopping by anytime for a free consultation. Even if you just want a new receiver with bluetooth we want to make sure we get it right for you!   …

Bundle any Kenwood InDash for your Car, Truck, Boat, RV, or ATV with installation gear and professional Stereo West Autotoys installation and save some cash!1. Buy any Kenwood Indash from Stereo West Autotoys2. Add Installation gear ( Kit, Harness etc..)3. Add Pro Install4. Save up to $40! …

It's no secret that the demand for high quality stereo systems for trucks just keeps going up and up, and for good reason. We all spend a lot of time in our trucks, so we owe it to ourselves to make the most of that time. Back in the day folks didn't really expect much in the way of truck audio, but times sure have changed, and the technology has come a long way.Of course, it's always important to remember where we started out so that we can appreciate just how far we've come. Do you have mem …

Nowadays most cars seem to have tinted windows, and with good reason: it's a well-established safety feature that also improves the aesthetic of any automobile. Yet as common as car window tinting has become, we're guessing most people aren't aware of all the fascinating little details behind the technology. With that in mind, here are seven quick and cool facts about tinting that you might not know. At-home car window tinting first became available to the public all the way back around W …

Did you know that window tinting is one of the single most popular aftermarket additions to cars? That's because adding a tint to your ride offers a range of benefits, and has never been more affordable. Here are just five of the main reasons everyone should darken their windows today: Window tinting greatly reduces the amount of sunlight that can enter your car. The most obvious benefit is that a tint will keep your car cooler during the hot summer months, since less sunlight means less …

Car remote starters are one of the hottest automotive developments of the 21st century. Considering how affordable they are and how easily they can be installed after market, it's no surprise that remote starters are becoming as ubiquitous as car alarm systems. Here are just ten of the many advantages car remote starters offer:1. Starting your car on a cold morning without leaving the warmth of your house. No more shivering on a cold seat, waiting for the heater to kick in.2. Melting the sn …

There is no better feeling than bringing home the car of your dreams. For some of us it's a 2017 Audi A4 or a Fiat 124 Spider, but maybe for you it's a Jeep Wrangler or a Ford Escape. Regardless of the make and model of your dream car, when you do finally purchase a sweet new ride, your first thought will probably be how you can both personalize it to make it your own and improve on some of the standard equipment and functionality. Upgrading your new car to make it perfect is all part of t …

We are often asked what customers should look for when considering a car security system in Nebraska. We know the sheer volume of choices can be overwhelming, but the good news is that if your security system is out of date or if you don't already have one installed in your ride, then you almost can't go wrong so long as you go with a reputable brand and have it professionally installed. We all have our personal preferences for which brands and models are best for which particular car, bu …

Adding a tint to your ride is one of the best automotive investments you can make. As always, though, the first question to consider is basic financial info: how much does it cost for car and truck window tinting in Nebraska? We'll get into the nitty gritty in a minute, but let's make it clear from the beginning that you can get a professional window tint installation for as little as $150. That cost includes parts and labor for a four-door car or truck with up to seven windows. …

Cut Through the Noise with Sound Deadening MaterialThere's Good Vibrations performed by Marky Mark and then there's bad vibrations performed by the road and parts of your vehicle. When those bad vibrations are in play, instead of hearing pure music from your sweet new system, you're actually hearing a lot of noise.How much noise you ask? Well if you're driving at 65 mph on the highway the noise in your vehicle is as loud as having a vacuum cleaner or garbage disposal running on your passeng …