This is a compilation of two previous videos on one subject, visible in the "Finished Projects" playlist. I realized that many projects during this build, are shown in the many different weekly videos that I make. Compiling each project into one final video, when finished, will make it that much easier to access. You can expect more of them in the upcoming weeks. Van Williams
@pete4866
4 жыл бұрын
The navigation radio system link does not work or it is been deleted, do you mind to repost the specs to get an idea?
@kingoftheworld53
4 жыл бұрын
Came for the music, stayed 4 the pain it caused
@1152jerry
3 жыл бұрын
Background music is way too loud
@187mfcops
2 жыл бұрын
I have the same stock transit stereo, this was very helpful. Glad I found this.
@cargovanconversion
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Frank, Glad you liked it! It's always nice to get some feedback :) _Van Wiliams_
@beepseatsfindingfoodtreasu8756
2 жыл бұрын
I have to just say it, you got complaints about music while installing a stereo...and I'll just leave it at that .:). Nice install and quite a nice upgrade! Thanks Van. Pat Joey for me! 👍
@cargovanconversion
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Beeps, Did not put the two together, but you're right and funny :) Silly enough, I never listen to music in the van. Main goal as the GPS. BTW still works as intended. _Van Williams_
@ThePlowGuys
5 жыл бұрын
Great job VAN. Now you will know where you are and where you need to go. Thanks for sharing.
@cargovanconversion
5 жыл бұрын
Yes, but now I'm stuck with a female (voice) partner, who is always telling me what I'm doing wrong and never praises me :) Van Williams
@leyland9999
5 жыл бұрын
Ben altijd bang om dat PVC te breken tijdens het loswrikken. Ben bezig een dash cam in te bouwen en die trekkabel die je gebruikt is een uitkomst!
@danahollister4084
5 жыл бұрын
Oh how I don't like taking a dash apart but.... I think I should read those instructions next time! Yep I learned something. Good job.
@cargovanconversion
5 жыл бұрын
Hi Dana or Mr. Hollister :) Well if only you have learned to read the instructions, you will have made your wife a lot happier. Have a great day. Van Williams
@danahollister4084
5 жыл бұрын
@@cargovanconversion She is an engineer so... she always reads the instructions! Me... well I wait till she's done!
@MrGrombil
4 жыл бұрын
Nice video. I will install in a Transit Connect myself so just wanted to get an idea on how Ford made their panels. One note though... I dont belive it was nessasery to cut in the kit. The unit is supposed to be put in from the outside after the facia is installed. Not from the backside i belive...At least this is the way in 100% of all stereos iv been installing :-). But thanks for sharing this!
@cargovanconversion
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Grombil, Thanks for the thumbs up. It was a nice project. The connect probably has many of the same panels and connections and since you likely have many of the tools you need already, it should be easy to do. Good luck! Van Williams
@maxdex8
10 ай бұрын
Thank you sir! my install just became easier ;)
@rickmunn6305
4 жыл бұрын
Lot of work, but looks really great. Thank you for sharing.
@nbc902
3 жыл бұрын
Music is distracting--can barely hear you
@cheddar2848
5 жыл бұрын
I like this upgrade display better than that small display backup camera it is too small. Finally Ford upgrade recently.
@cargovanconversion
5 жыл бұрын
Hi Olga, I still have the small backup camera display in the interior mirror and that suits me fine, although I don't disagree with you; it's small. I use my sun visor often and that blocks the small screen, which frustrates me. I have to say, that early in the build, I added a 'backup warning sound' that goes off when I get too close to an object. That helps too. Van Williams
@meninblackband1525
2 жыл бұрын
Great tutorial! Thank you!
@kawaikui
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm always impressed by your know-how and problem solving skills, Mr. Van :)) Ear scratches for Joey, please
@cargovanconversion
5 жыл бұрын
Hi tsuki, They say, I was born with two right hands (no offense to lefties). I approach things with a lot of common sense and sometimes that gets me into trouble. Ultimately, if I don't know what to do, I ask Joey. He always rescues me, when I'm in a pickle :) Van Williams & Joey woof
@josephnaara
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent and Thank u very much for ur Help.God Bless You🙏
@normanmazlin6741
5 жыл бұрын
I'm always afraid that I will snap the plastic clips (sometimes I do) . Good job.
@cargovanconversion
5 жыл бұрын
Hi Norman, I could have used either the old or the new clips, either way I would have had enough to replace a broken one. It is a lot of feel and touch to get these panels removed the first time. Once you know where they are attached, it becomes much simpler :) Van Williams
@andreasmeinen8278
5 жыл бұрын
Nice work! Next Time please use some towels to prevent scratches😀
@cargovanconversion
5 жыл бұрын
Hi Andreas, Didn't think of that. I'm usually pretty careful, but I should consider using some shop towels next time. Thanks for the tip. Van Williams
@alsmith1025
5 жыл бұрын
nice and clean job. great work.
@cargovanconversion
5 жыл бұрын
Hi Al, Thanks. Have a great day. Van Williams
@carlosmorais274
2 жыл бұрын
Great video but one question did u at any point turn off the battery to do this installation
@frednetherlands887
3 жыл бұрын
Bedankt!
@Nerojan
3 жыл бұрын
Great video! Is this a 2016 model by any chance?
@berndstegmann8283
3 жыл бұрын
Super Video
@cargovanconversion
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Van Williams
@wymershandymanservice9965
4 жыл бұрын
The radio link is not working. Great content was looking to put a radio like that in my 2019 cargo 150.
@MrCeke
5 жыл бұрын
why music over speech , just merely hear music so to hear more speech please
@cargovanconversion
5 жыл бұрын
Hi Donato, My videos have changed quite a bit over time. This was a compilation of two previous videos on the subject, which I posted far apart previously. Posted now in the "Finished Projects" playlist, makes research on this subject much easier. Did change some parts of the videos, but couldn't change the sound. Thanks for the feedback. Van Willliams
@avantisandhir5862
3 жыл бұрын
Did you ever figure out what that second plug is for in the metra kit?
@reneandreasen9643
5 жыл бұрын
Good vid
@cargovanconversion
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Van Williams
@ClaytonYatescarenthusiast
2 жыл бұрын
Joey is your backup camera in your rear view mirror? Mine looks exactly like yours and is. I have an issue with my factory rear veiw mirror backup camera and am adding an additional aftermarket backup camera and android unit. The android unit will work as my backup camera. What I'm wondering is what wire for signal to turn on camera. Commonly referred to as reverse wire. Do you know what wire is used for that?
@combatvolta
4 жыл бұрын
Did you disconnect the battery from the driver seat?
@cargovanconversion
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Henry, Actually, I don't think I did, but everyone should do that before working on the electrical part of the vehicle. Thanks for making me aware. Van Williams & Joey
@minutemark
5 жыл бұрын
This seems familiar. Is this a re-upload?
@johnmead1337
5 жыл бұрын
Was wondering that myself as saw this one months ago
@cargovanconversion
5 жыл бұрын
Hi Mark, Can't hide anything from you guys :) You're right. Posted two videos on this subject quite a while ago, both about a year apart. Did a remake on them and made one new video, that I posted in a new playlist "Finished Projects". That makes it much easier to research a specific part of the build. Didn't have much to show for this week either; applying lots of poly-urethane and drying of the workbench and started to work on a new website for the Van travels as well. Van Williams
@cargovanconversion
5 жыл бұрын
@@johnmead1337 Hi John, Don't know if you saw one or both videos. This is a two-for-one compilation :) You'll see some more of those in the future, to make it easier to research a specific part of the build. Have a great day! Van Williams
@wowerman
3 жыл бұрын
What about newer Transit Custom?I can not see anywhere info how to upgrade stereo.
@monicamedina3966
3 жыл бұрын
HOLA, PARA LA FORD TRANSIT COURIER 2015 SE LE PUEDE INSTALAR UNA PANTALLA
@humbertomedina4231
3 жыл бұрын
Van,the links are not working for me. I am trying to find this same set up. Can you help with the links please. Thanks
@nothere7198
5 жыл бұрын
Did I miss the " Step 1 : Disconnect the vehicle battery leads. " Generally advised before working on any electronics on a vehicle.
@cargovanconversion
5 жыл бұрын
What would I do without you :) But you're right, I sometimes take shortcuts. The lines sometimes blur between a How To guide and How I did it. It is the latter and you have to use common sense. Thanks for keeping me on a straight path :) Van Williams
@nothere7198
5 жыл бұрын
Cargo Van Conversion : Glad to help :-) I was worried maybe the instructions missed that or it got accidentally edited during the update. Usually no problem but potentially bad if wires get shorted. And of course people should refer to their owner's manual for the proper steps for that as it may vary by vehicle. Nice idea compiling the videos by the way, just don't edit out any Joey scenes ;-) Have a great day !
@cargovanconversion
5 жыл бұрын
Both original videos were recorded with about a year in between and each probably over a period of a couple of weeks. I usually have close to 50 clips per video. Sometimes I loose clips, but more often I can't use some, because they're out-of-focus, too dark or the subject is completely out-of-view. In this case, I don't think that I disconnected the battery and that means no video either :) I hope that people don't think of my videos as a How To guide; I just want to show, that with a little common sense, we all can do the most extraordinary things. BTW If I would edit Joey out, he would fire me without hesitation :) Van Williams
@ingo_8628
4 жыл бұрын
I would like to listen to your explainations, but i cant stand the music, so just have to watch.
@ampelectric
3 жыл бұрын
did you have issues with your air bag light??
@cargovanconversion
3 жыл бұрын
You may have seen an air bag light on. which is because I switched off the passenger seat air bag. As I never carry extra passengers, I have permanently installed the passenger seat backwards, thus making the air bag deployment undesired. Unfortunately, this causes the dashboard light to always show. This is not a defect, just an inconvenience. Van Williams
@pedritogonzalez78
3 жыл бұрын
where can i buy that new panel to replace my radio
@cargovanconversion
3 жыл бұрын
It depends on the size of the radio, that you want to install, but the one I used was bought on Amazon: cargovanconversion.com/shop/ddin-kit It's been installed for quite a while now, and it's perfect! Good luck! Van Williams
@Dan0__
2 жыл бұрын
Two questions... How was the fit on the Dash? I've read complaints that it does not fit neat and snug. Also I've heard that you have to cut out a horizontal part of the original dash behind the radio. Is that true?
@chrisdevalcourt648
2 жыл бұрын
Dan, yes you have to cut out that plastic bar to install a double din head. At least on my 2018. It may not be necessary on the single din head. But that would reduce your options available. I also was concerned about the fit after reading reviews. I checked the fit of the Metra dash cover before installing the head and it fit perfectly without the clips. I think the complaints about fit may be related to clips improperly installed or not completely pushed down in place. They were very difficult for me. Crutchfield was my go to supplier with all harnesses needed and great tech support! Feel free to contact me. Be glad to help out.
@chrisdevalcourt648
2 жыл бұрын
Cutting the plastic horizontal bar was really easy with a razor blade knife and you do need to disconnect the negative battery cable. It seems if you don't you end up with the passenger airbag light on.
@ahmadyassin3182
3 жыл бұрын
How do I keep the factory backup camera in this van transit 250 2018 please I need the link for the harness if you would thanks I got atoto s8 8"screen
@chrisdevalcourt648
2 жыл бұрын
Crutchfield if you are still looking!
@NUTMEGMIKE
Жыл бұрын
Mumbling while music plays. By by
@nellof1244
4 жыл бұрын
Was this a 2020 van? I think 2019 different?
@cargovanconversion
4 жыл бұрын
No, it is a 2016 model, Nello. It came with the basic radio option. I'm not entirely sure if or how the current model differs. Generally, access to the dashboard will be similar. If you want to upgrade a basic radio setup, I would consider installing a large (Android) tablet. Wish you well. Van Williams
@agarcia4271gaming
4 жыл бұрын
@@cargovanconversion the 2020 model looks completely different in the us.
@cargovanconversion
4 жыл бұрын
@@agarcia4271gaming Many differences between European and American models too. Van Williams
@agarcia4271gaming
4 жыл бұрын
@@cargovanconversion all 2020 models come with sync 3. No need to upgrade any more.
@cargovanconversion
4 жыл бұрын
@@agarcia4271gaming Hi Andy, For me it was more of a downgrade. I don't use a radio and don't have my phone on while driving. The latter is much too distracting for me. Would consider a large touchscreen (mainly for GPS directions) next time. Van Williams
@marciabrainard9837
3 жыл бұрын
Cut the music, too much to hear you
@cargovanconversion
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Marcia, It's one of my earlier videos. I agree, and don't use music that often anymore. Hope you still enjoyed the content. Van Williams
@arturomurillo5703
5 жыл бұрын
What stere radio do you put on
@danieltaipe7884
5 жыл бұрын
Arturo murillo buena pregunta también necesito cuál es las medidas del radio
@JuanCruz-et8so
4 жыл бұрын
👍👌👏🙌
@sadidiker
5 жыл бұрын
👍👍🙋🙋
@dylanmcclintock4178
Жыл бұрын
Background music too loud. Can't always hear what you're saying
@cargovanconversion
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback, Dylan. Since the making of this video, I have tried to avoid using music and more importantly started using better sound equipment. When you listen to more recent videos, you will notice the difference. Youtubing is an expensive hobby with lots of new skills to learn and that takes time. Thanks again and have a great day! _Van Willams & Joey_
@VictorVictor-hq7ui
Жыл бұрын
No music in the background. So annoying.
@Chris-lz7sx
Жыл бұрын
your music is too loud
@freddimeglio5212
2 жыл бұрын
Music is too annoying for me to watch this video
@cargovanconversion
2 жыл бұрын
Music in these videos is always an issue for a variety of reasons. If you have watched my more recent videos, you'll notice that a very limited amount of music is used. I do appreciate your comment. Van Williams
@chrisdevalcourt648
2 жыл бұрын
@@cargovanconversion I'm an older geezer than you with terrible hearing and any amount of background noise makes it very difficult to hear. Yes I went with a new radio for the GPS and larger closer screen for the backup camera! Don't know how to work all the other features including Bluetooth 🙄. I only have a few teeth left and they are all green! I too will be boondocking.
@werslackers
5 жыл бұрын
Wear eye protection when using power tools (especially saws) your videos will not be nearly as interesting if your blind. They will be viewed as comedies if you can’t see what your doing. Other than that very good. The only component of your videos I didn’t see the usefulness in was the work bench it appeared take way to much effort to use and the stuff in the drawers would be in shambles. Other than that I’m in Florida and want to build a Murphy bed how bout helping a brother out or would you contract yourself out to build one? DM me if your interested!! Much love and great job sir!
@TankToChest
3 жыл бұрын
I think I’m the 21st century you can really just get away with using your phone
@cargovanconversion
3 жыл бұрын
It's an interesting issue, especially where I'm a bit older and I notice a bigger resistance to innovation. Regarding the GPS (main reason for doing this project), I still don't see a good reason for using my phone as a primary device. Don't need it for up-to-date road info and with boondocking as a main goal, I have seen too any instances, where people can't get a signal, while independent systems or a phone with off-line maps work well all the time. I guess, it must be seen on a case by case situation. Van Williams
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