hbseth
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- 2013 Ram Mega 2500
- Engine
- Cummins
I just gambled on a 4c from a wrecked 2018 Chrysler 200. These seem to be a little cheaper because of the non-interchangeable aluminum bezel and car they come from. After cutting off all of the tabs and hitting it with a flap-disk to smooth out the edges, I was able to fit my existing bezel from my 2013 Laramie around it. I DID have to make my bezel a two piece design (lol) but it seems to be in there nice and snug. I'm totally happy with it.
Radio is P# 68332807A for those that would like to give it a shot. Confirmed working as of today.
I just have a few questions:
1. I was shocked when Android Auto and Music could be played thru my stock center console media hub.. From all of the reading, I was under the assumption that the existing USB would need to be upgraded to a 2018 model in order for it to work.. Why does mine work?
2. I paid eBay $9 with my 4C serial# only (no vin) and was given the unlock code within 24hrs. I love it but is there a free, even faster solution out there yet (other that trying to convince a dealer)?
3. My truck has all of the factory auto ac options but it still skips when trying to adjust from cold to hot. I only get one extreme to the other. Is there something I can do myself to avoid a $100+ wiring loom? I'm perfectly comfortable hacking my harness up and making it work thru patches.
4. Like many, I've lost my steering wheel heater and also the seat heaters/AC. Again, seems like an expensive harness that I can just re-wire myself. Although, I came across this pic of a box UCT4.0??
5. Android Auto is a dream come true for me. However, my A-Auto Icon disappears when it's not connected via USB. I really like the idea of wireless Android Auto as I have an S20+ on 5G. I'm wondering if anybody has gotten this feature to work yet? Tried to do it thru the VR button on my steering wheel but she just says it's unavailable at this time. Can AlphaOBD help here?
For those still on the fence with this, it's an incredible upgrade that will pay for itself after you sell your old unit on eBay. DO IT and DO IT NOW! The level of difference is incredible.
Thanks a lot for all of the info guys! I'm gonna be getting a DSP to sort the sound problems with my amps and 6x9's next. I'll share my progress soon.
Radio is P# 68332807A for those that would like to give it a shot. Confirmed working as of today.
I just have a few questions:
1. I was shocked when Android Auto and Music could be played thru my stock center console media hub.. From all of the reading, I was under the assumption that the existing USB would need to be upgraded to a 2018 model in order for it to work.. Why does mine work?
2. I paid eBay $9 with my 4C serial# only (no vin) and was given the unlock code within 24hrs. I love it but is there a free, even faster solution out there yet (other that trying to convince a dealer)?
3. My truck has all of the factory auto ac options but it still skips when trying to adjust from cold to hot. I only get one extreme to the other. Is there something I can do myself to avoid a $100+ wiring loom? I'm perfectly comfortable hacking my harness up and making it work thru patches.
4. Like many, I've lost my steering wheel heater and also the seat heaters/AC. Again, seems like an expensive harness that I can just re-wire myself. Although, I came across this pic of a box UCT4.0??
5. Android Auto is a dream come true for me. However, my A-Auto Icon disappears when it's not connected via USB. I really like the idea of wireless Android Auto as I have an S20+ on 5G. I'm wondering if anybody has gotten this feature to work yet? Tried to do it thru the VR button on my steering wheel but she just says it's unavailable at this time. Can AlphaOBD help here?
For those still on the fence with this, it's an incredible upgrade that will pay for itself after you sell your old unit on eBay. DO IT and DO IT NOW! The level of difference is incredible.
Thanks a lot for all of the info guys! I'm gonna be getting a DSP to sort the sound problems with my amps and 6x9's next. I'll share my progress soon.