My stepson just puchased a 2000 extended cab XL work truck (w/4.6L V8). He loves the truck (his second F-150) and hauls computer hardware around in it under an A.R.E. cap (works for SGI).

Anyway, I was looking at his truck and was impressed by the new overhead console on the 2000 MY trucks. Very neat installation. Electronic compass and two storage compartments. He said his dealer told him that the 2000 console is available for order and installation on 99's.

I haven't checked with my dealer yet but plan to. In the mean time, has anyone else looked at one of these overhead consoles and/or does anyone have any info concerning ordering or installation on our '99 Lightnings?

Thanks.


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Mike Philpott
Orlando, FL
'99.5 Black Lightning
SVT #2190 - Build Date 6/9/99
6 CD Changer, Class 3 Hitch, A.R.E. LSII Lid, BedRug Liner, Invinca-Shield/3M Scotchcal protective film, Clear Lexan fog light covers, 16% Window Tint, LoJack, Val-1

 

If you are being serious about the overhead console being something you can order and add to a 99, then I'm going to my dealer the next chance I get. I so want one of those. If you find out anything on this, please let me know.


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1999 Lariat SuperCab Flareside, Amazon Green with Silver trim, 5.4L, 4x2, 4 wheel disc/ABS, 3.55 limited slip, towing package, fog lamps, sliding rear window, captains chairs, keyless entry with alarm, spray-on bed liner, bug guard, and K&N. http://www.csc.calpoly.edu/~bfriesen/truck.html

 

I just got back from Bob Beatty Ford in Simi Valley, CA. The parts guy tried looking up the parts, with no success. He found a couple of descriptions, but no pictures or prices. He also said that the service department tried to install one (don't know where they got it) and it was a real bear. Apparently there's a wiring harness needed thats tough to route as well. I question where the signal comes from for the temp. Does it use the IAT signal like some GM cars do, or is it standalone?

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99 White Lightning, Bedrug, Tint on all glass
Sheepskin seat covers

 

Per the below copied E-mail, my dealer says the console is not available because of fit. Bummer! Hope that's not true.

Wyldman, didn't I see a post where you indicated you had one on order? Maybe I should get your dealer to call my dealer.

Here's my dealer's e-mail:


----- Original Message -----
From: PC 17 Customer Relations <Customer_relations@gaylonblackford.com>
To: <mike.philpott@prodigy.net>
Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 1999 8:49 AM
Subject: Re: Gaylon Black Parts Request


> Mike,
>
> I asked the parts manager. He said that it will not fit.
>
> Lara
> Customer Relationship Center
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: mike.philpott@prodigy.net <mike.philpott@prodigy.net>
> To: sales@gaylonblackford.com <sales@gaylonblackford.com>
> Date: Monday, November 08, 1999 10:46 AM
> Subject: Gaylon Black Parts Request
>
>
> >Parts Request -- Is the new overhead console on the 2000 F-150's available
> for purchase? If so, can it be installed on a '99 Lightning and how much
> would it cost?
> >
> >Thanks,
> >Mike
>