How To Install a Touchscreen Radio into a Jeep Wrangler!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 29 ก.ค. 2020
- Its time to add some modern features to my 2010 Jeep Wrangler!!!
This project is long overdue, ive been wanting a stereo upgrade for a long time.
Apple Carplay, Android Auto, touchscreen, bluetooh, reverse camera, better sound, this radio has it all!
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As you can tell, this is not a very hard install. However it does require some work and having all the proper parts helps out a bunch haha.
I chose to go with the Boss Double din radio. Its an affordable setup, and looks very nice inside of a jeep wrangler. The sound output is alot better even without doing any other upgrades. This radio also came with a reverse camera in the box, so that was just an added bonus!!
Overall, this was an awesome interior upgrade to the Jeep, and i hope that this video helped some of you out!
I will let you guys know how it holds up over time. I am sure it might have some issues if it gets soaking wet, however most radios will... The goal for this install was to keep it budget friendly, keep it DIY, and still come out with a clean looking setup! Like always, thank you for watching and please give the video a thumbs up and leave a comment!
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Ive missed you guys! I know this might not be the most exciting video, but its something ive wanted to do for a long time. Leave a comment on what radio setup you are running, and tell us how you like it!! Stay tuned for Cassies video on Jeep Gear and Gadgets for an install on a TJ/LJ. And as always, we have some cool stuff coming soon, so see you guys next week!
We like anything Jeep related! Keep on keeping on!
Awesome, love your videos. You actually inspired me to start making Jeep videos. I too have been wanting to upgrade my stock stereo with a touchscreen. Thanks for all the great Jeep stuff. You rock!🤘
I would recommend the Alpine ILX-W650 for Cassie's Jeep. If mounting depth is an issue, the ILX-W650 is only about 3" deep. It doesn't play CD's, but it does everything else your Boss radio does, but it has a 7" touch screen, no external buttons, and it's price tag is also only $300.
The sound filming inside is so much crisper sounding!
The side trim pieces actually can bend/ slide out of the way to give you more room. I was watching another video that showed that. The trim pieces in talking about are the ones on the sides that stick out where you removed the additional 2 screws, then the screw in the center.
OH MY GOD!!! I just bought this radio and there was no videos on how to install it!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH
Hey I just want to say thank you, I’m about to put a boss radio in my ford, before this video everyone was skipping over the wiring. I almost went into the job with job the wire harnesses. You definitely saved me a headache.
Truly appreciate it
Really appreciate this video, it wouldn't be my choice for a radio but I'm a bit of an audiophile. This works great for a budget friendly upgrade with all the bells and whistles of the big boys. Great vid Ben!
Thank you. Best video yet that explains the challenge of installing an aftermarket stereo in my 2014 Jeep JKU. Beat my head against the wall until I found this one. Well done.
Do glad to see you guys back. I purchased the Lockpick setup with the 4 camera option. Front, rear and 2 underneath cameras. Looks great and economical!
you have a link for that one?
I like how Ben says this is hard but he can do a 4 link like it's cake.
Glad to see you back and making videos!! Can’t wait to see what you have planned, love the channel 👍👍👍
Great video! I installed the exact radio and all of the gear. Only thing I did different was install the Natika, tire mount camera, and hooked it into the reverse lights. Everything worked as it should. Great job and thanks for the video!
This video makes me glad that I had Best Buy do the install in my WJ (free with purchase of radio)! 😁Definitely a worthwhile upgrade though! 👍
I have a 2008 2 door jk and it’s my first car I love it and I’ve been watching the channel since I got it and I’ve gotten a lot of great info from your channel, thank you and pls keep doing what you do.
Good to see you back. I just took some video today and hopefully will start a jeep channel of my own.
Great to see you guys!! Garage looking great.
I like the longer format videos. 30ish minutes is about perfect. Can't wait to see the LJ version on the other channel.
I just watched this video again to help me through my install. Got everything hooked up and remembered you said something about the rear speaker outputs not being used. So I pulled up the video again for reference. My 07 Sahara, it wouldn’t play calls through the speakers. So I had to cut the harness back apart and fix it. Thanks for this video.
The stock metal radio mount is not needed at all! You can ditch it :)
Are you sure? I just installed a different radio in my '18 JK-- the new radio fits in the day without the stock metal mount, but without the mount, I have nowhere to screw in the top dash panel screw. So now I need to go back and reinstall the metal mount
The back metal mount us designed to stop the shock of off roads vibrations. Otherwise the radio just hangs from the front plastic mount for which most likely will crack on its own strength under rough road conditions.
@@johnwest3287 i know this is a bit late but do you think removing the metal mount would be ok for just normal cruising and not heavy offroading?
@@Cyclonnzz yes and as I remember, there is no choice.
wtf I followed these fools and took it out and threw it away it was a total bear and I bent it in the process. Now you are telling me I didn’t have to remove it? Holy hell. What a bunch of bs
Welcome back....missed you guys!! Garage looks great!!
Love the video! Hard to find clips on TH-cam for the 08 - 10 JK's surprisingly. I will have to checkout this 2 din for make upcoming audio upgrade 👍🏼
So glad you guys are back at it! I need one of these in my 2012. With your absence though.... You owe us a Texas themed spoof video (similar to your wheeling addiction video).
Nice video! I appreciate how you two work together, Thanks!
I've been waiting for this video... I've been in the market for a double din radio... Thanks for the video
At 1:42 "it's 2020, let's spicy things up" Year 2020's reply "I've been at it homie". I installed Kicker speakers in my JK three years ago. No issues so far, they sound better too.
Glad y'all are safe after the hurricane.
Thank you for the info. I have been trying to figure out exactly what I needed.
Hope all is well down in South Texas. I'm glad it didn't head to Houston because we definitely don't need that again this year but thoughts and prayers for all you guys down there. Stay safe.
FINALLY a double DIN that I can install! Thanks again, Ben! Your videos have helped a ton, and with 3 little ones, keeps me within my budget!
Been looking for a cheaper way to upgrade my 09s radio. This was definitely helpful. Thanks dude
Thanks for the video. It now makes sense to the things I need to do and get in order to add a carplay stereo to my 2007 Jeep Wrangler JK. :)
Thanks for the vid,.. garage looks like it's coming together great...
I don’t have a Jeep (although I’d have a Gladiator if the motor has more nuts), but I enjoy watching your channel! Welcome to TX!
Congrats on the garage man!
I have the exact same Radio in my JK. I absolutely love it! Sounds amazing with aftermarket SKAR speakers💪🏼🤘🏼
How did you cut those two plastic tabs that the top of the radio pushes up on?
Could you give an update on how this radio has held up? I know it's very cheap compared to even most other stereotypical "cheap" touch screens so that has me worried but I'm really looking for a budget radio that just sounds better than stock nothing crazy. If you see this would love to hear your thoughts after some time has passed. Thank you
On my 02 ranger i got a pioneer cd player.. Nothin fancy but it works. Also got kicker speakers in it sounds good enough for me.. Your new stereo looks sweet. Keep the videos comin..
Cool install bro. Nice and clean.
Jk Gear ty so much for the info on the hikei my gosh man my jeep is like a sleeper now lol, just got it today, it was a pain in the rear to get down there and installed but man i been driving with a smile on my face this is the best thing since ice cream!!!!! ty ty
Thank you so much for this video. I just installed one and your info was spot on.
I had that exact stereo in my JK for about a year and a half I just took it out four days ago lol. It’s a good stereo with good sound. the one I took out still works perfectly I just wanted a bigger screen so I gout the dadaísta and I’m loving it so far
where did you find your dadaista?
Going to pick up a Jeep tomorrow that has the standard radio. Thank you!
Try to keep the tip of the soldering iron clean. You can use a wet sponge and just sweep the tip across it. I also put a little solder directly on the tip because it aids in heat transfer. Your technique to applying solder to the joint and not the iron tip is 100% correct. The small amount applied to the tip conforms to the joint and increases the surface area for heat transfer, it is not the source of the solder to fill the joint. The solder applied to the joint has flux in it that will allow the solder to flow into the joint better.
For speakers try to get something with multiple drivers like 2 way. The speaker's ability to produce sound is linked to it's size because higher frequencies have smaller wavelengths so they are best reproduced by smaller drivers. Lower frequencies are best reproduced by larger drivers. A 2 way speaker has 2 different size drivers and a cross over to route the high frequencies to the small driver and the low frequencies to the large driver. Just watch the overall installation height when replacing the stock speakers.
Not sure if you knew about it but they also make adhesive lined shrink tube with hot melt glue on the inside diameter. When the tubing heats up and shrinks the glue melts and then solidifies when it cools. This creates a waterproof joint. Water can still seep in with the non-adhesive lined shrink tube. Might not be as important in your dash, but if you are making repairs in the engine bay or anywhere that sees a lot of moisture it is a good idea. I mention it because the Jeep cabin is open and judging from the rust on the bracket you removed that area does see moisture.
The install was clean and using solder and shrink tube will make it reliable. Your channels don't disappoint when it comes to doing things the right way.
Nice video! Good info. Thanks for sharing👍
Thanks for another great video. I'll have to take look into the BOSS radios. Some friendly advice, Be careful of your handheld placement. If the passenger airbag blows, that handheld is coming at your head. Happy Trails.
Enjoyed the Video.
I am live up north from you guys in Houston.
Have done a little research on Audio upgrades for the Jeep JK. (2 -dr 2014 Rubicon)
speakers in bar
It seems to help a lot.
You guys are the best!
Ben! I’m watching this video
and going over it talking to the screen. I’ve done it in my 2010 jk and did the exact same thing as you. I added a USB port on the left side cigarette lighter port. Just a cleaner look. I’ve tried to relocate the compass and it never worked so it was removed. If you ever feel foggy you can add a video selector to help with the blind spots on the trails up to 4 cameras.
He is back!
I just gkt into offloading and me and my wife bought our first jeek and we are setting it up. Your videos have helped alot.
If hour ever in Kaufman county Texas pleas epost a video so we can see it.
We've missed you guys! Next up fixing the LJ door latch haha
I see a mini split! Sweet!
Jk Kicker Speakers are great and affordable! Perfect fit, no mounting brackets required. Super easy install.
Good information for radio change!
I have the nav unit in my Sahara but wouldn’t mind the apple car play. 💯🔊💿
keep your smile up it is infectious!
I bet you are loving having CarPlay in the JK now. Nice work.
Installed a double din with CarPlay in my wife’s lj and we both love it. Two suggestions, get Cassie a model that has a volume knob. The push button volume can be a pain when bouncing around. Secondly you can pick up a usb to usb cord that will mount in the dash from the receiver. Gives you a nice clean look like it’s factory and when the phone cord goes bad you don’t have to pull the whole stereo out to replace it
My old radio has the power on the volume knob. If you hit a bump while adjusting volume...you turn off your radio. LOL
You are such a bad influence, I have the stock, no display radio and always envy others with display radios, now I see how easy it is to install (cough cough) so I'm going to check this out! thanks for making the video.
Does look like a little work but not too bad. Thanks for showing the steps and things needed not needed
This is like deja-vu for me I just did this in my sisters kJ and this is exactly the same harness and all 😂
This is exactly why I bought from Crutchfield. Got everything I needed to fit my JK exactly.
I want an install video on the mini split in the garage! I knew when you said portable a/c that would not work. Lol
Thanks guys you made this real easy for me.
Thanks for the video , it helped me out a lot
I’m running a Pioneer AppRadio4 I believe in my ‘17 JK. Also decided to ditch the OG speakers with some kickers. No external amplifier or anything installed, sounds miles better than it did.
Nice vid. I ended up doing the Seicane. I know I know, so many iffy reviews, but it's been perfect so far. Couple months in. 🤞
Ben you must have AC in your garage because you ain't sweating in that south Texas heat! My garage would be 120 degrees. Good video!
Glad to see you guys back, with that said for guys gals looking for audio equipment I HIGHLY recommended crutchfield.com . I’m am not affiliated but have bought from the several times over the decades. They have options to make all the wires plug and play. Any additional information or parts you might need are either included or available at a discounted price.
I got JBL speakers and the sounds it's really good and budget-friendly.
In my Jeep i got OEM premium sound . Its a 2006 but i just plug my phone in and it works good.. i just bought new wheels for my jeep about an hour ago , there was a nice set “Vision” brand wheels , the overland gun smoke grey and black model , so super excited about that , but if i was to buy a radio right now my wife would be wearing my nits as ear ring s😂😂😂
Great vid you guys. 👌🏻. I have an 07 Sahara. Can’t wait to update my radio. Looks awesome. Good shit getting wifey involved.
Video gets a thumbs up because of Cassie!!!! What a cutie! Great video. Have to replace my factory radio, too.
Wire nuts for testing. Greet video.
I really enjoy your videos and have been a avid watcher since I found your channel... this video... well... I like everything except the brand of this radio, I can tell you with my many years being in the 12volt industry... I’m shaking my head in disappointment. But hey if you like it, and it rocks for you... cool... cause jk gears an gadgets rocks.
thanks for the help bro!
I like putting a touch of Vaseline on the connection befote shrink wrap to chase out all moisture possibility but great soldering except flux😉
I put a similar unit into a 2014 JKU. The module for the steering wheel controls has to be programed. It is not a big deal but I would expect the computer challenged may have problems. In some ways it was simpler because the wiring harnesses are more plug and play with only a few wires needing to be connected\soldered manually. Still a great upgrade and I also noted much better sound without changing the speaker setup. The factory radio must just suck.
There are days I want to get a newer Jeep..... Today is not one of them. Keep It Simple Stupid, works well for me and the TJ. BTW there is a kit to put something like this in a TJ. Just my current radio is still working. If it ant broke don't fix it.
Jeez, I can't believe I am watching this... Do I really miss Ben and Cassie that much?
Love the pink hair dry lol. Gotta do what it takes to get the job done.
Cool bud. If you’re buying another one for the LJ check out the pioneer AVIC-5201NEX. I love mine. Gps dvd car play pandora. EBay. Can’t wait for the next video. Rock on 🤘🏻
I just installed an Alpine unit in my JK, bought it through Crutchfield so it had the data interface in the kit. One thing that happened and I don’t know if you’ll have the same issue but the interface has to be programmed to work when the doors are off the Jeep. The original one that crutchfield sent had not been programmed and my radio wouldn’t turn off until I plugged the door harness back in to the driver door. They sent a replacement that had been programmed and it works perfectly now.
I did the same in my JKU but the double din was bigger than the factory hold in the center dash trim. They are a really nice setup.
Oh, no that's not the same setup I used I went with a full android car stereo.
MB Quart 6.5" separates they kick ass.
Great video thanks for posting, it helped a ton! Just a thought - if all your speakers are being driven by the rear output and no speakers are attached to the front speaker output, I believe you should set your fade to full rear. Normally you don't want to drive an speaker output when there are no speakers attached.
Any updates as to how it's held up, Ben? Purchased everything in the video description for my JK and will be wiring/installing tomorrow. Thanks!
From a former coasting, stay safe as huricane season comes. Its so great to see the misses involved and excited about jeep upgrades and wheeling. I subscribe to her channel as well. Curious as to what handheld radio you have (blue one in this video). Thanks in advance.
Ben you putting a ductless system in the JKU or is the for your shop. Heating n Air is what I do. Funny how that's the first thing I noticed in your video, lol. Happy to see y'all back at it.
i would recommend going to crutchfield to get your car audio will give you full instructions and everything you need in one order also they have a great customer service to help you. I also love Kicker speakers.
Awesome! Right now I’m running a basic pioneer single din with Bluetooth. But I upgraded all the speakers in the jeep with fosgate and added fosgate marine pods and a kicker 12” subwoofer and it sounds 1,000,000x better than the stock system. But I’m looking to switch out the basic deck with a double din for navigation and so my wife can watch movies/shows on trips.
Tip for the soldering iron: make sure the tip points away from you when you set it down. Cassie’s hand looked a little too close to that. I’ve grabbed those things ... yeah, they’re hot.
I recommend crutchfield for all audio stuff for anything not just jeeps I replaced all speakers and did a head unit awesome experience and good prices
As far as speakers go, JL Audio is the only way. I'd be interested to see the TJ double din conversion also
Wish you had shown radio removal. That is why I am here
Thanks guys. Good video. Question: does that radio will fits to Jeep Grand Cherokee WK (05-10)..? Thanks.
I ZIPtied my compass unit behind the radio further in the dash, and it actually works better. The issue I had before is that the magnetic mount for my tablet that was above the compass screwed it up. Now that it is mounted further in the dash it works properly.
You got a pic of this? I'm wondering where to move it too if not just remove it totally
Installing the radio inside a jeep that’s cool
media sets sound great better than coaxial speakers you will have a good quality with little amp rms, I have the jbl gto front AND rear set
Hey man great video,
I will be doing this to my wife's jeep aswell. I noticed the PAC interface adapter comes with 2 harnesses with (grey) adapters, how do I know which one I use ? Thanks
Hey quick question. Have you tested with a CB radio? My PAC module seems to interfere with my CB and the dash does the christmas tree light thing. Just seeing if maybe you had the same experience with it as I've basically troubleshooted to where I'm pretty sure this is what it is!
Check out the factory Kicker speaker upgrade. They're plug and play, come with the factory connectors, and are 2 way for better highs. I found the best price on Amazon for the set of (4) 6.5" speakers.
Min 20:02 you can see a little friend crawling down the seat on Cassey's side 😆
Swift7 for the win!
Funny that use case for the fade function is exactly the same for our family 😂
Quick question I added a alpine touch screen in my 07 last year works perfect except when I have my doors off it won’t shut off at all and I checked the accessory power and it is turned on in Jeep computer settings not sure if I’m missing a wire on radio