Herb Tarlic
Member
New member. I have not read all 309 pages of the 2018 4C install to replace 2013-2017 OEM factory install yet, but I have searched the forum and other forums and have basic but unanswered questions about replacing the factory 6sp stereo my newly acquired 2015 BigHorn crew cab V6 3.6L.
Edited to add: I neglected to mention existing unit is 8.4" variant with no nav.
If I go the 2018 4C install route....
- does it make sense to update the usb hub with a 2018 hub and adapter dongle or....
- is it simpler to just create a new usb access point for my android phone (12V data port)? where?
- I can't find any useful forum threads and/or youtube install vids for the latter....can u share link(s)?
- does the cable from the hub to the head unit need to be replaced for latest android auto compatibility?
- 95% of the threads/videos imply idatalink is the only company to offer radio and usb adapters..any others?
- does the idatalink part RAM1 actually ensure latest android auto connectivity or do cables have to be run?
If I go the aftermarket replacement route...
- same questions apply...head units have usb connect at rear of unit...its not clear to me how this connects to existing or needs-to-be-modified cabin usb access...do I need aftermarket dongles to do this? are such dongles typically part of stereo kits or have to be ordered separately like the 2018 4C dongle? link?
Forgive me if there is a thread which directly addresses these points....I did a lot of searching and came up wanting....TIA for your replies.
Edited to add: I neglected to mention existing unit is 8.4" variant with no nav.
If I go the 2018 4C install route....
- does it make sense to update the usb hub with a 2018 hub and adapter dongle or....
- is it simpler to just create a new usb access point for my android phone (12V data port)? where?
- I can't find any useful forum threads and/or youtube install vids for the latter....can u share link(s)?
- does the cable from the hub to the head unit need to be replaced for latest android auto compatibility?
- 95% of the threads/videos imply idatalink is the only company to offer radio and usb adapters..any others?
- does the idatalink part RAM1 actually ensure latest android auto connectivity or do cables have to be run?
If I go the aftermarket replacement route...
- same questions apply...head units have usb connect at rear of unit...its not clear to me how this connects to existing or needs-to-be-modified cabin usb access...do I need aftermarket dongles to do this? are such dongles typically part of stereo kits or have to be ordered separately like the 2018 4C dongle? link?
Forgive me if there is a thread which directly addresses these points....I did a lot of searching and came up wanting....TIA for your replies.
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