This is a great install, nicely done. I am looking to do the same thing. Can you help me with a few questions?
First, any tricks to removing the overhead console? I don't want to crack any plastic.
Second, are the wires up there fairly easy to access? What colors am I looking for for...
I left my truck parked near the airport for 6 weeks with no nearby outlet for trickle charging. I used the battery tender brand solar trickle charger (about $60) and it worked great.
If you do this, I recommend the version with the OBD II connector - not the cigarette lighter connection...
There are several threads on this forum describing a "dead" truck after parking the powerboost long-term. The heavy-duty electronics make the chances of draining the battery higher without a trickle charger. But what if you need to park somewhere without a nearby outlet to trickle charge?
I...
Since I posted, I also got a front emblem. I installed it in less than an hour - no joke. I have the Lariat factory grill and there was plenty of space with my medium-sized hand to just reach through the grill with a ratchet, remove the stock emblem, and put on the Putco. That part took maybe...
I have a similar dilemma. My truck is not here yet (supposedly being shipped by rail as I write this - fingers crossed), but when I get it, it will be replacing a 2012 Tundra that I have to park for at least 3 weeks and as long as 7 weeks.
Ford recommends disconnecting the 12V battery if...