2003 Ford Ranger FX4 Install (Lots of pics)

**tbird2340** · 05-11-2006, 06:57 AM

I only use the MIC for cell phone so when a call comes in / I make a call PhoCo pauses the music. As far as the windows being down.. I always roll them up. Even if I'm not using a mic and just have my cell phone to my ear. It's way harder to hear with the wind..

**donde** · 06-09-2006, 02:08 AM

How did you connect your hfm-8 to your computer? Did you just solder on a 3.5 mm stereo connector? I have the same mic and can't decide if it would be workwhile to solder or rather to just use an adapter (if there is one).

**tbird2340** · 06-09-2006, 06:48 AM

I used an adapter. They are easily found at Radio Shack..

**donde** · 06-09-2006, 11:48 AM

thanks

**brookasarus** · 10-23-2007, 04:29 PM

Are your AC and heat controls now?!?!

**tbird2340** · 10-23-2007, 06:35 PM

Huh? They are right there in the pic... I put in an EATC.

**paul3man** · 01-13-2009, 12:34 AM

I first want to say your truck looks amazing. I have a question in reguards to what you called minor work, the over head console and the hvac controls. How much did it cost you to do this project?
I have been looking around and priceing out the parts you used and don't know if I am geting hosed or not. Also I am thinking about putting my radar detector built into the console any ideas on that

**tbird2340** · 01-13-2009, 07:13 AM

Thanks. Cost was minimal.. I'd say under $100 for both the EATC and the OHC. Got all the parts from a junk yard.. The EATC I would say was easier but took longer because of the wiring.. The overhead console I had to remove the entire headliner and do some cutting so was a bit nerve racking..

**tbird2340** · 10-07-2009, 08:10 AM

Dead picture links fixed per request.. I accidentally erased all the text from my first post and have no idea what it said before so sorry about that!

**Warmachine** · 10-11-2009, 04:29 PM

Great looking install! I really like the center console. I have a 98 Explorer and am thinking about swapping consoles. Do you have any measurements on the one you picked up? Was it an '03 as well? Thanks for the info!