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I have a 2018 Laramie that came with the 8.4 display and the backup camera in the tailgate but did not come with the Cargo cam and I need to add that, I already acquired the nice factory LED CHMSL unit with the Camera in it, Part #68163937AJ, so now I just need a harness that goes fro the cargo camera up to where ever it needs to go to plug into the back of the factory 8.4 head unit. And yes, I know I will then also need to get a dealer to turn on the camera option in the computer but first things first. My 2018 model doesn't use the camera in the mirror (I noticed you had one of those setups listed above), on mine both cameras are displayed on the main 8.4 screen with icons to swap between them. I think the CHMSL end is the same on both versions but don't know if the other end is different since on a 2018 it connects to the main display instead of the mirror.

Can you guys help?

By any chance have you verified with the dealer that the cargo cam sales code can be added to your VIN?
 

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By any chance have you verified with the dealer that the cargo cam sales code can be added to your VIN?


They said yes, gonna find out for sure tomorrow. Taking it in for them to add two addition key fobs to my system and also to activate the Cargo cam code.
 

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They said yes, gonna find out for sure tomorrow. Taking it in for them to add two addition key fobs to my system and also to activate the Cargo cam code.

We’re they able to add the code for you?
 

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Is there a way to connect rear camera to aftermarket head unit? I had the ra2 but changed to a seicane android. I want to know if I can run the OEM camera to an RCA cable. I looked in the connector on right side of dash but don't have the wires needed to splice into
 
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Is there a way to connect rear camera to aftermarket head unit? I had the ra2 but changed to a seicane android. I want to know if I can run the OEM camera to an RCA cable. I looked in the connector on right side of dash but don't have the wires needed to splice into

Crux, PAC, and NavTV make adapters to convert the OEM signals for aftermarket radios and give you the needed trigger outputs and Steering wheel controls. (I know Crux has one for sure).
 

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I’m interested in buying the 7 speed conversion harness so I can upgrade to the uconnect 8.4. Do you have any available?
 

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We’re they able to add the code for you?


I had something else come up and had to reschedule my appointment for Monday, though got back tonight earlier than expected so may call and see if they can do it tomorrow but they're service dept. is only open part of a day on Saturdays. They seemed confidant that they could over the phone.
 

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I’m interested in buying the 7 speed conversion harness so I can upgrade to the uconnect 8.4. Do you have any available?
For a faster response I recommend sending Mpgrimm2 or DeereGuy a P.M. I believe they build them upon request .
Good luck with your upgrade Sir it's my favorite mod so far [emoji1303]

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How do I pm them? I don’t see it anywhere.
 

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How do I pm them? I don’t see it anywhere.
Click or tap on the person's avatar you want to PM. This works on both the web view and Tapatalk app.
 

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How do I pm them? I don’t see it anywhere.
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Just scroll up a little and you'll see both DeereGuy & Mpgrimm2 .

Hope this helps and welcome to the Ram Forum from Tennessee !

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We’re they able to add the code for you?


Well, things went a little odd today. They did add the code and the icon came up and the brake lamp out error went away.

But then when I left I noticed my AC wouldn't let me set temps (dual zone system) and would only go from LO to HI with no in between. So I had to turn around and go back and they had to clear out everything and reset the system to default, or that was the idea. The good news is when they did that a new icon on my instrument cluster came up that I have never had before, a GRILL emblem that if I highlight it and press the > button on the steering wheel I can scroll through a whole new menu of things like tire pressures, current trans, oil, and coolant temps (actual readout in degrees) and actual numerical oil pressure, and a screen for fuel filter life remaining. I have never had that Icon and those options before.

But now the icon for the cargo camera is gone again, the brake lamp out error is back, and my AC is still not working right. So they're having me bring it back on Monday when a tech who is more familiar with the computer programming will be there, plus they can call Chrysler to check on what went wrong and make sure they used the correct codes.
 

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Hey guys, finally made it back to the dealer today and they got the correct codes put in so now I have the Cargo Camera icon on my display but I still need that cable... How much would you charge to make me one and how long will it take?

This is for a cable to go from the factory Mopar Cargo Camera in the LED version of the CHMSL to the factory 8.4 screen on a 2018 Ram 2500HD Laramie Cummins Diesel with the Crew Cab.
 

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Are the 7 Speed Conversion Harness still available? looking to purchase one. Thanks
 
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Just saw a "competitor's" 8.4 conversion/fan harness on another site.

We aren't the fastest but we still make the best harness you can get for the money and we haven't had a bad harness yet.

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I've used 2 early conversion harnesses ......one from not M2mods and one from M2mods ....the one from M2mods here was comparitivly priced and looked exceptionally professional and hard to tell it wasn't OEM. ....

The other was a disappointing adventure...

Enough said IMO. , just get the harness from M2mods !!! A vendor on the www.ramforum.com

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