Double DIN install?

PCA4208 · Dec 27, 2012

Is there any way to install a double DIN in a 3rd gen truck? I know there are expensive kits you can buy but if there is some way I can do it myself that'd be cool
I was looking at this head unit Pioneer SPH-DA02 AppRadio Smartphone receiver at Crutchfield.com

ram-head · Dec 27, 2012

I had to buy a bezel for the OEM navigation unit. Set me back about $140. May be cheaper on eBay but my stepdad is a bodyshop manager, so I went with Dodge.

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PCA4208 · Dec 27, 2012

Ya but back in 03 they didnt come with nav so this presents a problem

Rambug · Dec 27, 2012

http://www.ramforum.com/showthread.php?t=22092 here is a link to my double din conversion. Feel free to send me questions. I'll try to help as best I can

PCA4208 · Dec 27, 2012

One question, Where'd you get the neat little double din frame thing? the one that you bondo'd in there?

ram-head · Dec 27, 2012

Ah...sorry. Tapatalk...didn't see a year model.

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DodgeGirl · Dec 27, 2012

I have a Pioneer double din in my 08. Had to get a new bezel for the install but other then that no major problems.

Not the greatest pic but this is mine.

Rambug · Dec 27, 2012

The piece was from a install kit ...It was an old one I just had laying around. Think from a 2007 mustang

Rambug · Dec 27, 2012

http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_6971_Scosche-FD1426B-FD1426.html

PCA4208 · Dec 27, 2012

And then you used bondo right? And how hard was it to take out the bezel from the dash?

jeff___H · Dec 28, 2012

Seems like a lot of work. There are simpler solutions out there if you don't want to DIY - and if you don't mind spending a few bucks.

I found these on eBay:

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Dodge RAM 2002 2003 2004 2005 1500 2500 3500 Double DIN Navigation 2DVD | eBay

Just swap this piece in in place of your factory one. Then you'll just need to modify the radio pocket and you are done.

Rambug · Dec 28, 2012

Yes bondo... The bezel is really easy. There is a video for it on you tube. Search double din ram conversion. A guy named weedwhacker or something like that. I'm at work or is look it up myself

0212353 · Dec 28, 2012

weedahoe.....lol

PM him, he's on here. Does great work!

weedahoe · Dec 28, 2012

Thanks J

I do custom double DINs all the time.

Check out weedahoe's channel - YouTube
Www.facebook.com/TrickedOut.DodgeRam

There 94 albums on Facebook and 2000 photos and around 120 videos on YouTube of my work.

Rambug · Dec 28, 2012

Hey weed! Sorry bout the wrong name. You inspired me to attempt it on my own and I appreciate that! I like having my hands in all the parts of my truck

weedahoe · Dec 28, 2012

jeff___H said:
Seems like a lot of work. There are simpler solutions out there if you don't want to DIY - and if you don't mind spending a few bucks.

I found these on eBay:

Dodge RAM 2002 2003 2004 2005 1500 2500 3500 Double DIN Navigation 2DVD | eBay

Just swap this piece in in place of your factory one. Then you'll just need to modify the radio pocket and you are done.

Those are actually mine listing you see on ebay. I have all kinds of colors in carbon fiber, animal print, color shifting, micro and medium metallics, 2 stage custom paints and of course all kinds of prints and patterns through hydro dipping

Btw, bondo is NOT what you want to use. Although it is a filler, is should never be used for more than 1/8" of it will cracked. Also, cheaper body fillers will shrink over curating time so if you paint over it, you will likely see issues in the paint after a few weeks. Same goes for some cheaper putty and glaze.

PCA4208 · Dec 28, 2012

Thanks I'll definitely look into doing this for real now.

Rambug · Dec 28, 2012

So what should he use if not bondo?

weedahoe · Dec 28, 2012

You could glass it. That would be better than 1/4" of any bondo. I use a military grade metal epoxy with a special ABS gridded backpiece for extra "bite" and adhesive.

Ive tried all kinds of materials, fillers, epoxys and adhesives over the years and I have had no issues since our last changes almost 1 year ago. Cheaper vinyls you should also stay away from. Most are less than paper thin (seriously) and the adhesives suck! I use nothing but 3M and Avery films. There are different kinds of films also like "calender" and "cast". Some bend and flex or stretch. Others do not. As with anything, there is an art, science and education behind it all.

Speaking of which, not to thread jack but hopefully to add to the thread, I had a good bit of chrome film if anyone is interested

jeff___H · Dec 28, 2012

weedahoe said:
Those are actually mine listing you see on ebay. I have all kinds of colors in carbon fiber, animal print, color shifting, micro and medium metallics, 2 stage custom paints and of course all kinds of prints and patterns through hydro dipping

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Nice looking stuff. I'll be ordering one soon!

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