I would like to install the factory over head console with the compass, outside temp etc. does anyone know if the wiring is already there for this and next where do I get one. thanks

 

I have the '00 Lariat and believe that the console was new for the '00 Lariat and then extended to the XLT for '01 according to the sales literature that I have. I'd suspect that the wiring IS in the overhead for XLT models '00 and up, and perhaps the XL as well. However I'd also guess that you would need to add the exteriour temp sensor, that is mounted (I think) on the top of the radiator bracket. As to where to get the console, I'd suggest a junkyard if you can find a late model unfortunate enough to have been wrecked. The temp sensor on mine appears just to plug in and you can check other vehicles at the same time for the wiring to the console and temp sensor. Good luck.......the console is pretty handy
***Caution(?): I noticed that if you do put sunglasses into the holder in that console they get *awfully* damn hot when you park in the sun! Also must be true of any garage door opener you put up there in that spot they reserve for it. I don't use it, though, to avoid ruining it over time.***

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2000 Lariat, 5.4, 3:55 L.S., 4wd, ext cab, Tow pkg, Chestnut/Gold, Century mid-hi cap, Ford short bug deflector, contoured Ford running boards and bedmat.

 

Boxman, I have been to 3 different local boneyards and have not found one wrecked late model F150. They get scooped up quickly for salvage, etc. Just a suggestion; for a couple hundred bucks you can buy and install an after-market rear-view mirror for your rig that has the compass and outside thermometer. Then buy an overhead console (the smaller one) and nobody will know the difference. I have'nt done it yet as I have other priorities for my mods, but I have explored this one greatly! Good luck.
ennis

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'98 White Super Cab 4X4 Lariat

WustaMass, Where we pahk ah cahs!

 

I checked with the local dealer about installing the overhead compass/thermometer in my 98 XLT truck, and I was told the parts were $200 plus labor.

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98 5.4L, 4" Rancho Suspension with 33" BFG on 16" Weld Racing Rims, Chrome Brush Guard, Stainless Stell Steps, Alpine Stereo with 4 5X7 MB Quards run by an Alpine approx. 400 watt amp and 4 He2 Rockford's 10" subs run by a 800 watt Rockford amp, and CB and Scanner

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by jsbakke:
[B]I checked with the local dealer about installing the overhead compass/thermometer in my 98 XLT truck, and I was told the parts were $200 plus labor.

thats a steal on the install i checked here at my local dealer and it was nearly 290 in parts alone.. what dealer was it maybe i can order the parts from them.. thanks.

 

2manyBLackf150, the dealer was Sill Terhar in Broomfield CO, I had e-mailed the parts department and that was their reply in the e-mail.

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98 5.4L, 4" Rancho Suspension with 33" BFG on 16" Weld Racing Rims, Chrome Brush Guard, Stainless Stell Steps, Alpine Stereo with 4 5X7 MB Quards run by an Alpine approx. 400 watt amp and 4 He2 Rockford's 10" subs run by a 800 watt Rockford amp, and CB and Scanner

 

Boxman if your truck is a 99 or older then you don't have the wires for so you will have to install the wire harness along with the console if you do install one as far as I know the 2000 XLT's and Lariats came with it standard and was a option on the XL in 2000.

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2000 F150 XLT Reg. cab
4.6 Triton Engine
4x2 3.55 rear end gear
sliding rear window
automatic keyless entry
white styleside short box