Looking at an '04 overhead DVD system to install in my '00 X LTD. If i have the head unit, is it possible?

1 - Is the head unit a straight swap from my current stock unit?
2 - Are there any concerns over the mounting of the overhead unit in an X that currently does not have one?


Thanks for all replies...


Cheers,

 

Now do you want this to be tied into the factory head unit. If so I think you have to have the 6 cd one and the one with just 1 cd and tape wont work Because it doesnt have a Aux/ Dvd button. Other than that I think it cound work.

 

I would stay away from the entire overhead unit and ford dvd player.

I tried the same thing for my 05X. I bought the entire overhead unit with screen and dvd unit.

First, you need a new mounting plate that is under the headliner.

Second, you will need a wiring harness that goes from the DVD head unit/lcd screen to the radio.

The thought of removing the headliner alone made me scared.

I installed 4 monitors into the head rest and a dvd player in the rear area. It was so much easier and cheaper.

 

I still like the way I did my DVD. And so much cheaper, have 2 screens, and can toss it in the trash and start over if anything goes bad.

You can see what I did in this link.....

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/6...s-2000-ex.html

 

Thanks all......

There was one on FeeBay that i was considering. It even came with the dash head unit as well. I doubt it came with the wiring or the mounting plate.... I decided to forego.

Va.... I have seen your setup a few times now and have not forgot it!!! It is a very nice setup and for the price you just can't beat it....

In any event, it's not a big priority and was just considering throwing a bid at it since it was a good price. However with the notion of then having to go out and buy additional wiring and mounting plates (From in all probability a dealership at astronomical prices), the deal is becoming less and less of a deal!


Cheers,

 

Here is what I did.

2 screen that I cut into the rear of the front captains chairs. It was easier than I thought. I got the two Pyle 7" monitors from Etronics.com. They cost me $109 each.

Two headrests with Pyle monitors built in. Pull out the small headrests from second row and install these. Wire was a little tight to fit in head rest hole but it fits. Bought from parts-express.com for $269 pair

Emerson DVD player from circuit city for $129

1 into 4 mulitplexer and signal amplifier. $40 bucks Parts-express.com

Wireless headphones (4 total) with IR sending unit $200 Parts-express.com

6 gauge wire, fuse distribution block, rca cables, misc wire, one relay from Parts-express.com

I installed all by myself for around $700. Now each kid has their own monitor and headphones and I can listen to my own music without having to hear Barney and Mickey Mouse garbage.