Anyone installed an Android auto head unit?
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Mountain Pass
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Anyone installed an Android auto head unit?
We're looking to upgrade the radio in the 1993 F250. I like the Android Auto in my other vehicle, so was interested in going that route. I was perusing the options at Crutchfield. They have these floating head unit options where a pretty giant touch screen attaches onto a stem coming out from the normal radio opening. The install looks to be pretty simple, but it might look kind of ridiculous with a Tesla style screen in the old truck. The other options entail some level of modification ("modify the subdash") which I'm trying to get details about. Anyway, I'd be curious to see any pics of installs and experiences with installations.
Tuned
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I thought about this as I plan on using my F150 as a family cottage cruiser after I'm done rebuilding it. Decided against it for for a few reasons: giant screen in the dash screams steal me, the head unit will become obsolete in a couple of years, and my phone will do everything it does and stays up to date by virtue of being replaced regularly. Decided on a Pioneer head unit with a decent built-in amp, Bluetooth connectivity and no CD deck. Phone sits in a cradle and connects to the head unit for audio only.
5th Wheeling
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From: Central NY
I thought about this as I plan on using my F150 as a family cottage cruiser after I'm done rebuilding it. Decided against it for for a few reasons: giant screen in the dash screams steal me, the head unit will become obsolete in a couple of years, and my phone will do everything it does and stays up to date by virtue of being replaced regularly. Decided on a Pioneer head unit with a decent built-in amp, Bluetooth connectivity and no CD deck. Phone sits in a cradle and connects to the head unit for audio only.
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From: Tobyhanma, PA
Does everything I need it to. Have it wired to show backup cam in corner nornally, which goes full screen when in reverse.
I had thought of using a floating monitor, but our dash bumps out to the left and i have a manual which made me afraid id punch the dash.
Now that i have a short shifter and s bend handle, I may consider a floating unit if this ever needs replaced.
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From: Tobyhanma, PA
Fell right in.
Just kidding. Yes it does require removing the brace and moving a few things.
I used an OBS Interiors kit.
https://www.obsinteriors.com/dash-kit-conversions
I've had this kit installed for about almost 4 years now. With no issues. I also ride on very stiff 10 lug wheels with tires meant for a dump truck, meaning my truck dies not ride like a Cadillac. So if my dash hasn't fallen out/broken on my jalopy, I'd imagine it'd be fine in anyone else's too.
Just kidding. Yes it does require removing the brace and moving a few things.
I used an OBS Interiors kit.
https://www.obsinteriors.com/dash-kit-conversions
I've had this kit installed for about almost 4 years now. With no issues. I also ride on very stiff 10 lug wheels with tires meant for a dump truck, meaning my truck dies not ride like a Cadillac. So if my dash hasn't fallen out/broken on my jalopy, I'd imagine it'd be fine in anyone else's too.
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