Stereo question...
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Tuned
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From: Aurora, Iliinois
Stereo question...
I was thinking of installing a later model factory CD player in my 2000 Sperduty...Anyone have advice on what will work in my truck ? Should be able to pick one up on ebay, I guess...
Any suggestions?
thanks !
Scott
Any suggestions?
thanks !
Scott
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From: Memphis
Originally Posted by Beerstalker
Any radio out of a 99-04 super duty should swap right in. I believe any f-150 radio from 99-03 will work also, not sure about other vehicles.
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From: Aurora, Iliinois
Originally Posted by Beerstalker
Any radio out of a 99-04 super duty should swap right in. I believe any f-150 radio from 99-03 will work also, not sure about other vehicles.
Anyone have quick tips...that are fireman-proof?
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Scott
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From: Memphis
Originally Posted by CobraGT40
I never swapped out a Ford stereo before...I heard its pretty easy...Then again, I had classmates say geometry was easy too...
Anyone have quick tips...that are fireman-proof?
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Scott
Anyone have quick tips...that are fireman-proof?
LoL
Scott
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From: Memphis
Originally Posted by super 6.8
For the money you might as well get an aftermarket stereo. They are so much better. Just my $.02. While you are at it, replace the speakers too. It is an easy swap.
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Originally Posted by CobraGT40
Anyone have quick tips...that are fireman-proof?
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Avoid using fire during the stereo swap. While the ashes will fit into the dash opening quite easily, they don't make good music.
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From: Aurora, Iliinois
Originally Posted by enominus
yea i would just upgrade the deck and components. even if you dont amp it it'll sounds mucho better
Thanks for all the advice guys ! I think I'll go out looking for stereo components later today ! I'm gonna lean towards a factory head unit though with aftermarket speakers and such...Face it, How many people get their factory radio ripped off ? I'm one of those "Only lock the doors when my rifles are in there" kinda' guys...
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The best retrofit factory radio that I could find for my 2000 F350 was model 6L8T-18C815-FD. It was a "new" pull-out from a 2007 Escape. It is the audiophile version with high power with no need for external amp, Audiophile features, plus RDS, 6 cd in dash changer, MP3, etc. It is Sattelite compatible and has the plug for the big subwoofer if you have/want one. The radio is a drop in replacement for the original 2000 Super Duty radio. All you have to do is install a cable adapter to convert from the "world class" type of plug to the "phase two" plug. You can make the cable or purchased a ready made to plug in cable. $30 - $45. Do a google search or check ebay. There are several places that cary this radio brand new. There are a lot of others that will fit and a lot that will not fit. Research before you buy. Mine sounds great and looks great. Looks like original factory radio.
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From: Porter, TX
Originally Posted by Beerstalker
Very easy. Check the tech folder I am pretty sure there are instructions with pictures in there.
