Expedition Overhead Console
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From: San Antonio, Texas
Since mine is an 02, I already have the 2nd one installed stock.
The reasons I like the Expy unit are:
(insert Letterman top ten background music here)
5) I like my truck to be distinctive and different.
4) I like the 'balance' that the longer OH gives the interior with the Expy floor console.
3) Nobody else on my block has one.
2) I have plans for the area where the stock AC controls are and the Expy has room to relocate them.
1) I spent $32 for it on eBay and I can't use it on my desk!
Herb
The reasons I like the Expy unit are:
(insert Letterman top ten background music here)
5) I like my truck to be distinctive and different.
4) I like the 'balance' that the longer OH gives the interior with the Expy floor console.
3) Nobody else on my block has one.
2) I have plans for the area where the stock AC controls are and the Expy has room to relocate them.
1) I spent $32 for it on eBay and I can't use it on my desk!
Herb
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This has been an informative thead, so thanks to those who have contributed relevant information.
I would be interested in doing this as well, and have a few questions for someone who has actually done the swap that I have not seen addressed yet:
1. Are the AC controls the same as the ones in the L dash, or are you relocating the stock controls? I doubt its too hard to relocate the stock controls, but if it is, say so...
2. Is there a wiring harness extension from the Expedition that can be used to lengthen the wiring, or are you forced to butcher the original harness in the truck? (Obviously, I would prefer to return the truck to stock if necessary, and wouldn't want a bunch of taps or splices in the harness.
3. What is the depth behind the AC controls in the dash? (Would another DIN stereo or EQ chassis fit?)
Thanks,
--Michael
I would be interested in doing this as well, and have a few questions for someone who has actually done the swap that I have not seen addressed yet:
1. Are the AC controls the same as the ones in the L dash, or are you relocating the stock controls? I doubt its too hard to relocate the stock controls, but if it is, say so...
2. Is there a wiring harness extension from the Expedition that can be used to lengthen the wiring, or are you forced to butcher the original harness in the truck? (Obviously, I would prefer to return the truck to stock if necessary, and wouldn't want a bunch of taps or splices in the harness.
3. What is the depth behind the AC controls in the dash? (Would another DIN stereo or EQ chassis fit?)
Thanks,
--Michael
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From: Edmond, Ok.
Bringing this thread back from the dead, I bought an overhead console, and will do a THOROUGH write up for anyone wanting to do this. The console I bought is out of a 98 I think. Will keep you informed.
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From: Edmond, Ok.
my 03L trip computer plug is totally different from the expy's.