Electronic Upgrades for an old truck?
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Electronic Upgrades for an old truck?
Hello;
So, I really like my 2nd gen cummins, but I also am finding that I really like some of the new tech in my buddies newer trucks. Is there a way to get some of this in my truck (signature)?
1. Radio controls on the steering wheel: My truck came without it. If I get switches from a salvage yard, and a new clockspring; will I be able to make these work? (might fix my cruise control too)
2. Temperature and compass readout: My truck came without it. There were some 2nd gen trucks that had an overhead console. Did this console come with these readouts and how difficult would this be to install on my truck? I think I see a plugged connector behind the right-headlight that may be for the temp sensor
3. Backup camera: Don't laugh until you use one to hook up a trailer! Any recommendations for a good aftermarket unit?
4. Tire pressure display: I run 3rd gen wheels, will the sensors fit? Good aftermarket recommendations?
5. Power mirrors, locks, and windows: My truck came without these. If I buy some doors that have all this already, does anybody know if the body-wire harness on my truck has provisions to connect them?
Thanks in advance for any and all replies.
--Matt
So, I really like my 2nd gen cummins, but I also am finding that I really like some of the new tech in my buddies newer trucks. Is there a way to get some of this in my truck (signature)?
1. Radio controls on the steering wheel: My truck came without it. If I get switches from a salvage yard, and a new clockspring; will I be able to make these work? (might fix my cruise control too)
2. Temperature and compass readout: My truck came without it. There were some 2nd gen trucks that had an overhead console. Did this console come with these readouts and how difficult would this be to install on my truck? I think I see a plugged connector behind the right-headlight that may be for the temp sensor
3. Backup camera: Don't laugh until you use one to hook up a trailer! Any recommendations for a good aftermarket unit?
4. Tire pressure display: I run 3rd gen wheels, will the sensors fit? Good aftermarket recommendations?
5. Power mirrors, locks, and windows: My truck came without these. If I buy some doors that have all this already, does anybody know if the body-wire harness on my truck has provisions to connect them?
Thanks in advance for any and all replies.
--Matt
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