[SOLVED] Stock Ford F150 Stereo Help

JeKyL · 08-07-2009, 11:50 AM

Hi all,

I have a 1998 Ford F150 and it still has the stock stereo system installed.
I was told I can connect an RCA jack to the back of the stock deck and run an RCA cable to the front of dash to connect to my MP3 player.

My question is how can I do this myself without ruining the dash. I know I probably need a special tool, but thought I would ask you guys for help.

Thanks in advance,

JeKyL

jaggerwild · 08-07-2009, 06:08 PM

Hey Jekyl,
I think you must have a AUX. input on the back of the stock unit to be able to do this. If there is not one there already then, you may be able to use an FM modulator to make them work together.

JeKyL · 08-13-2009, 01:52 PM

Thanks jaggerwild.

Can you suggest a site that lists a diagram or instructions on how to remove a stock stereo?

JeKyL

jaggerwild · 08-14-2009, 05:44 AM

Yep need more ask,
The tool they mention is available from Radio Shack for a few bucks.
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/How_do_you_remove_the_stock_radio_in_a_1998_ford_f_150

lcurle · 08-14-2009, 06:36 AM

Axcess make an AUX/IPOD/MP3 adapter kit that allow you to connect rca jacks to ANY factory radio. You will need the Axcess unit and two harnesses for this to work. It is about $150 for the unit and harnesses. Let me know and I can give you part numbers for what you would need.

JeKyL · 08-14-2009, 11:26 AM

Much appreciated guys! have good weekend.

JeKyL

jaggerwild · 08-14-2009, 04:45 PM

Thanks man you too!
Here is one more site for you, they are pricey(I always check flee bay first). but it will give you an idea of what you would need or are looking for.

http://www.crutchfield.com/m_770/iPod-MP3-Car-Adapters.html?tp=15

lcurle · 08-14-2009, 06:55 PM

psst, I cant prolly get it for you cheaper then that .... shhhhh

JeKyL · 08-17-2009, 11:34 AM

Thanks again guys...lol flee bay! HAHA jagger.

JeKyL

08-07-2009, 11:50 AM	#1 (permalink)
JeKyL Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: New York / Virginia Posts: 209 OS: Vista SP2, Win7 RC, Ubuntu 9.04 & 9.10, XP SP3	[SOLVED] Stock Ford F150 Stereo Help Hi all, I have a 1998 Ford F150 and it still has the stock stereo system installed. I was told I can connect an RCA jack to the back of the stock deck and run an RCA cable to the front of dash to connect to my MP3 player. My question is how can I do this myself without ruining the dash. I know I probably need a special tool, but thought I would ask you guys for help. Thanks in advance, JeKyL

08-07-2009, 06:08 PM	#2 (permalink)
jaggerwild TSF Gearhead Join Date: May 2007 Location: NY Posts: 828 OS: Windows XP32 bit/Vista HB 64bit My System	Re: Stock Ford F150 Stereo Help Hey Jekyl, I think you must have a AUX. input on the back of the stock unit to be able to do this. If there is not one there already then, you may be able to use an FM modulator to make them work together. __________________ Please if you need help, start a new thread with questions only after reading the first few sticky's up top. http://www.techsupportforum.com/auto...ter/car-audio/ A Link for Viper alarm owners http://www.directed.com/Support/Prod...es/Owners.aspx

08-13-2009, 01:52 PM	#3 (permalink)
JeKyL Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: New York / Virginia Posts: 209 OS: Vista SP2, Win7 RC, Ubuntu 9.04 & 9.10, XP SP3	Re: Stock Ford F150 Stereo Help Thanks jaggerwild. Can you suggest a site that lists a diagram or instructions on how to remove a stock stereo? JeKyL

08-14-2009, 05:44 AM	#4 (permalink)
jaggerwild TSF Gearhead Join Date: May 2007 Location: NY Posts: 828 OS: Windows XP32 bit/Vista HB 64bit My System	Re: Stock Ford F150 Stereo Help Yep need more ask, The tool they mention is available from Radio Shack for a few bucks. http://wiki.answers.com/Q/How_do_you_remove_the_stock_radio_in_a_1998_ford_f_150 __________________ Please if you need help, start a new thread with questions only after reading the first few sticky's up top. http://www.techsupportforum.com/auto...ter/car-audio/ A Link for Viper alarm owners http://www.directed.com/Support/Prod...es/Owners.aspx

08-14-2009, 06:36 AM	#5 (permalink)
lcurle TSF Gearhead (Audio) Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Newton, Kansas Posts: 593 OS: Xp Pro SP3	Re: Stock Ford F150 Stereo Help Axcess make an AUX/IPOD/MP3 adapter kit that allow you to connect rca jacks to ANY factory radio. You will need the Axcess unit and two harnesses for this to work. It is about $150 for the unit and harnesses. Let me know and I can give you part numbers for what you would need. __________________ Lee - MECP Certified "Any advice given on this forum is intended for helping and assisting the end user with their issue at hand. Personal saftey is important when working on any vehicle."

08-14-2009, 11:26 AM	#6 (permalink)
JeKyL Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: New York / Virginia Posts: 209 OS: Vista SP2, Win7 RC, Ubuntu 9.04 & 9.10, XP SP3	Re: Stock Ford F150 Stereo Help Much appreciated guys! have good weekend. JeKyL

08-14-2009, 04:45 PM	#7 (permalink)
jaggerwild TSF Gearhead Join Date: May 2007 Location: NY Posts: 828 OS: Windows XP32 bit/Vista HB 64bit My System	Re: Stock Ford F150 Stereo Help Thanks man you too! Here is one more site for you, they are pricey(I always check flee bay first). but it will give you an idea of what you would need or are looking for. http://www.crutchfield.com/m_770/iPod-MP3-Car-Adapters.html?tp=15 __________________ Please if you need help, start a new thread with questions only after reading the first few sticky's up top. http://www.techsupportforum.com/auto...ter/car-audio/ A Link for Viper alarm owners http://www.directed.com/Support/Prod...es/Owners.aspx Last edited by jaggerwild; 08-14-2009 at 04:47 PM.

08-14-2009, 06:55 PM	#8 (permalink)
lcurle TSF Gearhead (Audio) Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Newton, Kansas Posts: 593 OS: Xp Pro SP3	Re: Stock Ford F150 Stereo Help psst, I cant prolly get it for you cheaper then that .... shhhhh __________________ Lee - MECP Certified "Any advice given on this forum is intended for helping and assisting the end user with their issue at hand. Personal saftey is important when working on any vehicle."

08-17-2009, 11:34 AM	#9 (permalink)
JeKyL Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: New York / Virginia Posts: 209 OS: Vista SP2, Win7 RC, Ubuntu 9.04 & 9.10, XP SP3	Re: Stock Ford F150 Stereo Help Thanks again guys...lol flee bay! HAHA jagger. JeKyL