Jacob84 Posted May 19, 2020 Share Posted May 19, 2020 Hey everyone, I have a radio question. So my factory radio is toast and so are the speakers. For a long while I've been wanting a functioning radio with bluetooth because I like my music and it's nice being able to have hands free talk as I drive many many miles. Anyways, I have a double din, full touchscreen radio in another vehicle we plan on selling that we still have the original radio for. Here's my question, is there anyway that I can put that double din radio in my 84 f150? If it's too big of a pain I'll pass and buy a Retrosound or something that'll fit but if I can save $200 and use the one I got I'd be happy. Plus since it's a full screen it has a provision for a backup camera which would be super useful Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Lewis Posted May 19, 2020 Share Posted May 19, 2020 Scott/kramttocs has installed a double din in his truck. He described how he did it here: http://forum.garysgaragemahal.com/The-Camano-Experience-tp35327p46098.html. But it isn't a bolt-in, so you'll have to decide if the view is worth the climb. (Pun intended. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacob84 Posted May 19, 2020 Author Share Posted May 19, 2020 Scott/kramttocs has installed a double din in his truck. He described how he did it here: http://forum.garysgaragemahal.com/The-Camano-Experience-tp35327p46098.html. But it isn't a bolt-in, so you'll have to decide if the view is worth the climb. (Pun intended. Awesome, thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kramttocs Posted May 19, 2020 Share Posted May 19, 2020 Awesome, thanks! As Gary mentioned, I have one in mine and am really happy with the way it turned out although I haven't finished with the bezel yet. That's just a matter of enlarging the hole and installing a trim piece. Does your truck have a/c? If so, there are two ways to go about it: Cut into the plastic duct (above) or modify the dash support (below). I prefer the dash support method but there are pros/cons to both. Happy to provide any additional details or photos that might help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliftonK Posted May 19, 2020 Share Posted May 19, 2020 As Gary mentioned, I have one in mine and am really happy with the way it turned out although I haven't finished with the bezel yet. That's just a matter of enlarging the hole and installing a trim piece. Does your truck have a/c? If so, there are two ways to go about it: Cut into the plastic duct (above) or modify the dash support (below). I prefer the dash support method but there are pros/cons to both. Happy to provide any additional details or photos that might help. Scott, how much would you have to cut into the duct? If it's not a lot, have you considered heating and deforming the plastic so that you wouldn't need to cut into it and then cut a piece to go inside the hole and try and seal it up? Just a thought. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kramttocs Posted May 20, 2020 Share Posted May 20, 2020 Scott, how much would you have to cut into the duct? If it's not a lot, have you considered heating and deforming the plastic so that you wouldn't need to cut into it and then cut a piece to go inside the hole and try and seal it up? Just a thought. I never actually considered that option for a couple reasons. One being that there is already a noticeable difference between the vent output between driver and passenger side and I didn't want to impact it further. It's a good idea though but not sure about how much is needed. The Big Blackie thread talks about it and has a photo of it here: https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1157346-big-blackie-the-build-43.html#post14608923 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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