I've got a 2006 F-150 FX4 ExCab and I'm thinking about putting a different stereo in it- while I like the stock system (6-disc with MP3, 4 speakers and subwoofer under rear seat) it came with, the receiver itself lacks some features I want, like bluetooth and navigation. But I'm not sure whether I'm going to run into road blocks trying to swap oout the system- I was told, by a client of mine, that the premium stereo systems in new cars are made and set up in such a way that you can't replace one part without replacing the entire system! This seems unbelieveable to me and I'm praying it isn't true- there's just NO way I can afford to replace the speakers, amplifier and subwoofer in addition to the receiver.

I hope someone on here will be able to give me some good news!

Nick
Austin, TX

 

im pretty sure you should be alright i did that in my explorer that had the factory sub and amp (although i didnt have an 06) but it should work out just fine.

 

You won't have to change all that out. I think the older 'Stangs were like that but you should be fine with our trucks. I've done a TON of Expeditions without any problems and they have the same exact radio as the F-150. Let me know if you have anymore questions and I should be able to answer them.

 

you ever remove the front dash?

 

who you talkin' to??

 

Thanks for the replys fellas! That puts me a little more at ease. I thoought it was strange but, then, I wouldn't put it past a car company to pull something like that, in order to force owners to pay the ungodly prices to have upgrade work done at their dealerships.

BBBBBB- No, I've never removed the dash and I don't plan to, LOL!

Nick

 

My Alpine [model #CDA 9856] has all the features you mention you would like to add and the sub and speakers are all factory. Don't think you should have any problems upgrading.

 

Triton,

I was at work when I sent the first reply.

 

oh ok . I didn't mean it sarcastic in any way. Now that I read it it sounds rude...sorry

 

The higher end factory systems really are built as an integrated system. You will need a more advanced install shop in order to improve its sound on a piecemeal basis. Products such as the JL integrator were designed for these situations: http://mobile.jlaudio.com/products_c...php?page_id=79