Install a Double Din Stereo in a Crown Vic, Town Car, Marquis, or Marauder

[@LivingtheDreamtv]

That went surprisingly smoothly for you! No project I ever do on the car gos that smoothly. Not even changing the oil. The filter gets stuck and you have to shove a screwdriver through it which then leaks oil all over the garage floor even though there's a pan underneath it because the Earth's gravitational pull has a special relationship with flowing oil. It will make a 90-degree Bend not to hit the pan.

[@OldeCarrGuy]

What’s funny about that statement is only “car folk@ will get it! Thanks for the laugh and thanks for watching! Hope you can consider hitting that subscribe button if you haven’t already!

[@LivingtheDreamtv]

@@OldeCarrGuy I've been your friend for a couple of months. I don't always comment.

[@cesarleon2470]

man, this really helped me, dont know of you still got proyect grandma but this actually helped me a lot greetings from Mexico, my panther platform proyect is called El Chalinez, greetings from Mexico

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Glad it helped, good luck with the project! Grandma is gone but I still have several Panthers!

[@TheWallacePro]

Thank you for such in depth and resourceful videos on the panther body cars! Grabbed an 03 marquis recently and all these videos have been SAVING me.

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Glad you like them! Stay tuned!

[@shanescarlife]

Man, I had an idler seiza up on my Mercedes E350, about 2hours out of town. I had no idea it was noisy, because some modern cars are too insulated. The belt melted, and the irony was that I was on my way to pick up a friend who's truck had broken down on the way back from his mother-in-law's place. The lesson I learned is never help people. Lol! No, of course that wasn't the lesson, but rather don't assume your car will allow you to hear problems. Anyway, it's 630 am, and I'm rambling. Have a great weekend!

[@shanescarlife]

Also, now with the windows tinted, it needs a chrome blackout, and black wheels

[@OldeCarrGuy]

I was thinking of etching all the Chrome and doing a monochromatic paint scheme! Even the grill! Kinda like a gold Marauder!

[@cervantez_]

If you're looking for a radio look on cruchfield you get a dash kit and a harness for with purchase of your radio

[@smokeyjones9923]

Love the video huge fan when comes to the crown Vic Grand Marquis will be watching more videos

[@OldeCarrGuy]

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[@redg95823]

You blew mind at 9:30 total appreciate the knowledge you hust drop sir.

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Thanks for tuning in! Much appreciated.

[@Str8sixfan]

I have never got window tint done on any of my vehicles. I think my Jeep was tinted when I bought it, but otherwise I never had them done. But it makes such a big difference on a car like that. It looks cooler in that one simple move. You should keep part of the R of the emblem and make it look like an apostrophe.

[@OldeCarrGuy]

I do like window tint! So you’re thinking it should read... Grand Ma’

[@dustinsabo4790]

I completely appreciate the bojack clip

[@pantherplatform]

We got this guy, Not Sure. He's gonna fix EVERYTHING (on the grand marquis)

[@Impactjunky]

F is for Family is a great show, I love gates belts and hoses. Specifically the red Gates hoses, they are super heavy duty!

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Thanks buddy

[@andy_182]

Can you use the steering wheel radio volume button with an aftermarket radio?

[@OldeCarrGuy]

I thinks there’s an adapter that you can buy that will allow this!

[@LunaErosStudios]

Hopefully you still monitor your old videos because I have a question. It was very short because of your editing but I did notice the old radio you pulled out was a stock Ford FULL DEPTH double DIN unit, so...... What year is your Marquis? Because from what I understood is that all the Crown Vic and Grand Marquis used an multiple depth unit that was angled because of the HVAC ducting Ford put in under the dash at the top came halfway to the front of the dash. That's one of the reasons the new aftermarket units are only an inch or two deep. If it wasn't needed in some years of at least the Marquis I want to look into which years. Maybe those years used different ducting that can be used in other year cars.

[@OldeCarrGuy]

My Marquis was a 2004. But I think the biggest reason the aftermarket radio is so thin is the lack of cd player. It’s all digital! Not specific to these cars!

[@LunaErosStudios]

@@OldeCarrGuy Thanks. I was more curious about the old stock one because most of the time the stock radios are not full DIN depth on the top of the radio and the bottom. Usually the top is almost as short as your aftermarket one and the radio is angled in depth to full size on the bottom. Now I'm gonna look in to the radios and vent ducting on the older ones.

[@Iamtherealflip]

@LunaErosStudios hey I saw your comment and I was curious what you came up with? I have a 2000 GM and my radio is the weird 1.5 din size. But the inside looks like it can fit a full double din.

[@victorziegler9542]

I named my grand marquis grandpa swifty and I love him fun little comfy car to drive

[@thisguysgarage]

Bought the exact same unit for my rv , looking like I will be happy, tinted job is fantastic 👏🍻👍like applied.

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Thanks buddy! I say your shoutout on nicks garage latest video! Right before mine!!!

[@thisguysgarage]

@@OldeCarrGuy i seen that. the odds eh i got your plate ,trying to get to the post office lol, you take xl t-shirt?

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Awesome! Yes XL, how about you?

[@thisguysgarage]

@@OldeCarrGuy 2xl ,im a biggins lol

[@JamalJones-g5q]

did you have to use the dash kit / mounting brackets?

[@OldeCarrGuy]

No. Just trim the dash a bit.

[@Iamtherealflip]

Thanks for creating these videos. How is that stereo holding up? I read reviews about these mech-less receivers and the connectivity from phone to receiver crap out.

[@OldeCarrGuy]

It lasted 4.5 years before the screen started to distort and mess up. Other than it's limited tone adjustability, (equalizer settings) we never had any connectability issues.

[@paulsworkshop4179]

Thinking of getting one of these for my Grand Marquis. Did the cheapie radio last?

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Still in the car!

[@danfrannan3409]

I replaced my stereo and now I'm dealing with the auto running lights and some dash lights now working. what could cause this?

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Lighting control module was common on these cars. There was a recall so I’d check with your ford dealer!

[@frogmd0]

We're those other 2 harnesses relevant. Or was the one harness good?

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Only need the one harness unless your car has premium sound!

[@MrSerenityNow]

@@OldeCarrGuy hello, my car does have the premium sound, and I can’t seem to find a kit with the other two smaller harnesses. Any idea on this? I know one is for the amp, but the other smaller harness I don’t know what it is for. Just pulled the deck out tonight, and realized Amazon sent me the wrong harness, and there is two more than I expected in there! Haha.

[@OldeCarrGuy]

@@MrSerenityNow there are two things to consider. Are you only upgrading your radio or do you plan on adding a subwoofer and all new speakers. If just the radio, go to www.metraonline.com to find the proper wiring harness for a premium sound optioned car. Otherwise, you can bypass the premium sound with the single harness. Hope this helps.

[@MrSerenityNow]

@@OldeCarrGuy thanks for the reply!

[@rustyyb8450]

How does the radio mount into the dash? Whose mounting kit did you use? I've had that radio for three years and it only sits in the dash. It is tall enough to fix properly but not wide enough. The dash needs to have removed from it some flanges that help hold the original radio in place. .... You certainly left out of your video some very interesting required finishing steps.

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Sounds like you got it figured out!

[@NASCARBOB57]

That's the same part I wanted to see. I have a 96 town car.

[@BradHouser]

I would like to know if there is a dash kit that isn't almost impossible to remove once installed? If I need a mechanic to remove the radio to work on something like the AC (true story), then I don't want to have to pay to remove the entire dash. I bought my 2009 GM in LA last July. I moved to the SF Bay and discovered the heater didn't work in December.

[@OldeCarrGuy]

In most of these cars the radio should pressure fit into place without removing anything. I found that out after the fact.

[@jamiecruz4465]

Brought a 2011 mercury grand marquis it was spitting gas when driving switched 89 gas stop spitting for over switched gas station now it's spitting again any idea why thanks 😊

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Could be anything from a bad ignition coil to a torque converter shudder. Is there a check engine light?

[@jamiecruz4465]

@@OldeCarrGuy no engine light

[@OldeCarrGuy]

@@jamiecruz4465 I’d have it scanned for misfires!

[@ninoskhayyo]

I watched whole video just to see how you going to hook up amplifier to the car stereo and you say you forgot about it really 🤔😒 If you know how to hook up please let me know thanks 😊

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Fortunately, i made a video on this. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqrSp2Cdfd6Wra8

[@ninoskhayyo]

Thanks 😊

[@jeaniepatterson2384]

My mom has this exact car. Hers is pristine.

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Does she let you drive it!

[@pantherplatform]

She's got a little rust eh? Those cars sell for 1,500-3,000 all day in Florida since there's so many elderly drivers keeling over.

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Yeah, it worked out to about $1850 in Trump dollars! Still a pretty good buy!

[@pantherplatform]

@@OldeCarrGuy that's a pretty good deal. I bought the green grand marquis for $1500 back in 2012 and have been driving her every day since. Almost 100k since then

[@abikerinpa]

Nicks garage sent me here as a new subscriber 😎

[@OldeCarrGuy]

That’s awesome! Hope you can stick around! Thanks

[@dankolbenschlag2188]

Any fix solution for a radio that doesn't turn off? Its on a 1996 Grand marquis.. Could it just be the power button is shot , or possibly something more electrical?

[@OldeCarrGuy]

You may be right with the power button. Time to upgrade!

[@dankolbenschlag2188]

Thanks for the reply olde car guy.. What would your personal ballpark value estimate be for a 1996 Grand Marquis. Car is in all original condition with the dark red exterior, dark red cloth interior. Mileage is 89,000 original miles.. Car is spotless with absolute zero rust. Engine runs like a top and is clean enough to eat off of. No known leaks of any kind. Beautiful car that's only been driven in summer time.

[@dankolbenschlag2188]

The only thing outside of the stereo button issue is , if the car sits for several weeks at a time with the battery posts connected, the battery will be drained after a few weeks. If posts are disconnected during g the same time period, the battery is fine. Not sure what this issue is. And this is on a fairly new battery

[@OldeCarrGuy]

@@dankolbenschlag2188 There are so many different variables as selling markets Can be quite a difference between Canada and the US, However if the car is as clean as you say it is my best guess would be somewhere in the $4-5000 range.

[@PanzerPlatform]

Omg, a tensioner. This thing's turning out to be piece of junk money pit. I tell to what, I'll take this heap off your hands for what you paid for it. Just kidding. I guess "Project Grand Ma" works. Btw, I refer to my 2010 Grand Marquis simply as "The Merc". Mods are off to a good start, waiting for the 5 speed manual transmission. Lol

[@pantherplatform]

I always carry a spare belt, tensioner w/ pulley, and a grooved pulley when I make the Florida to Wisconsin drive and back. Haven't needed it yet and that's probably because it's the first thing I replace when I get one of these. Thank God it's not the old style with the multiple fasteners. I like the one 10mm bolt.

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Budget Panther Fan I’m not about to give up on her that easy! Lol Panther Project great idea!

[@pantherplatform]

I've been using 6.5 quarts of Mobil 1 10w30 and a M1-210a oil filter for many thousands of miles. That 5w20 dish water is only recommended for epa estimated fuel economy ratings, not longevity. The high quality oil filters have an anti drain back valve to help prevent the oil pump from losing its prime and that's crucial on these engines because the timing chain tensioners break when there's slack in the chains and they bang into the plastic tensioners when started. Very common on a jiffy lube panther. $22.88 for 5 quarts of Mobil one at Wallace Mart and 9.99 for the filter.

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Panther Platform yes! I switched to Mobile 1 on the old Doba and a Wix filter so I’ll likely do the same on GrandMa! Small price to pay for longevity!

[@pantherplatform]

@@OldeCarrGuy that's cool. Can't go wrong with that. As long as it's synthetic and a decent filter. You can tell a car that's been to jiffy lube because oil is seeping out of everything and is everywhere. My 215k mile Grand Marquis doesn't leak, drip, or burn a drop. It's all about the oil.

[@jjsmsalas1]

Ok great vid. Question, some had installed a single din radio with a kit in my 02 MGM. Do I rip that sucker out to put in a double din unit? Oh and we are gonna hook upamp kit with subs in it. Love the sound of the BOOM. HAHA

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Yessir! Rip the tiny thing out and go double din.

[@jjsmsalas1]

Sweet, I'm gonna rip it out this weekend and see what I can get into haha

[@jjsmsalas1]

OH!, and did I see you posted in the other video that I need to get a longer power cord? and RCA's? Also, I am not gonna need a dash kit if I go double din correct?

[@OldeCarrGuy]

@@jjsmsalas1 You will need longer RCA's but shouldn't need a dash kit. It pretty much wedges into place.

[@jjsmsalas1]

@@OldeCarrGuy thanks bud! What would be a good length? I will just buy everything seperate I guess, as opposed to buy the kit

[@Salasmade]

I've had about 10 of these Stereos only cost $36 US. If you hit home button then setup then Date and time and you have the option to change to 12hr.

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Thanks Charlie

[@danielmcqueen1024]

Grand Ma is turning out nice... I'm looking for a 08' Grand Marquis for a daily driver, in comfort and style:) Great cars that are rock solid and easy to work on... OBTW... My daily rite now is a 2011 NM State P71 all black and tinted windows, I did the Marauder look on the tail lights :)

[@OldeCarrGuy]

A true Connoisseur of the Panther!

[@danielmcqueen1024]

@@OldeCarrGuy I drove the original large Fords from 1984 to 1999... My mom's 71' Galaxie 500 2 door hardtop 351 Street Boss 4 speed and a 72 LTD 2 door Hard top 429 C6 :) Got my first Panther in 98' Crown Victoria LX, second is a 2004:)...

[@renelepage2078]

Grandma looks pretty snazzy

[@OldeCarrGuy]

This is just the beginning Rene! Thanks

[@cavecanem100]

Looking good!! 👍👍👍

[@OldeCarrGuy]

It’s just the beginning! Thanks

[@cavecanem100]

Olde Carr Auto Guy started following you on Instagram :) .. Hoping to get some pics up of my 06 once I get my wheels mounted 😊👍 @matthickssculptor

[@OuzoLouGarage]

Where are you getting the movie clips from ? Get video on a blog and working on the car.

[@OldeCarrGuy]

The video clips will have to remain a secret, but I will admit it takes a lot longer to edit these days!

[@OuzoLouGarage]

@@OldeCarrGuy no problem I think I know lol

[@paulbaldwin4450]

I recently picked up a 05 Marquis for $1500 and came across your videos in my algorithm. What should I do 1st to my stock ride? And then must have mods after that? Thanks great videos? Do you still have grandma?

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Absolutely still have Grandma. Added a new Panther to the fleet just this week! Stay tuned for that. As far as mods, these cars don’t need anything. It’s all your personal preference when it comes to style and performance! I like a little rumbling in my V8’s so dual exhaust was a must. Added a trac lock rear differential for better traction in the snow (and better burnouts), an I tinted windows as well as added some wheels to dress her up.

[@billybad1]

@@OldeCarrGuy !!!

[@musclecarappraisal]

Jason...great project!

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Thanks! I think we'll have some fun with it!

[@csmiley6704]

I have the same exact radio and I love it

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Definitely great bang for the buck.

[@lettersdoingtricks8780]

The link doesn’t work anymore, what’s is the exact model of this radio and will it fit perfectly in a 2009 MGM like it did with yours. I don’t want to have to modify the dash

[@1armedguy4]

The old mare !

[@OldeCarrGuy]

She ain’t what she used to be! lol

[@ariohandoyo5973]

cartoons is funny, good video. Please keep showing the cartoons i like it, you're creative.

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Thanks Ario!

[@maximillanguapo1229]

Why do you have all that cardboard on that beautiful paint?!?!

[@bradleydekkinga6844]

OCG, can we get a one year review on that head unit?

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Good Call! I'll see what I can do. The video may be a ways out as I already have my next few ready to go!

[@bradleydekkinga6844]

@@OldeCarrGuy thanks for the reply!

[@bradleydekkinga6844]

@@OldeCarrGuy have you had any problems with it?

[@OldeCarrGuy]

@@bradleydekkinga6844 No issues to date! Can't beat it for the price i paid!

[@PanzerPlatform]

Hey Jason, Quick question; Do you know how to deactivate the horn chip when locking the car with the remote key fob? There's a procedure on page 76 in my owners manual for my 2004 Crown Vic, but my 2010 Grand Marquis fails to mention a procedure. I tried the procedure for the 2004, on the 2010 and it goes into programming mode because I get the lock/unlock confirmation. But I still can't deactivate the horn chirp, when locking the car with the remote key fob. I usually like the audible confirmation when locking up the car, but not when I come home at 3AM trying to be quiet. lol Worse case scenario, maybe I'll install take the WJ Handy Dad route, and install a bypass switch on the ground wire of the horn. Chuck

[@OldeCarrGuy]

+Budget Panther Fan hey Chuck, I am aware you can program the locks but have never tried the horn! Leave it with me and I’ll see what I can find!

[@PanzerPlatform]

My man. Thanks for the speedy reply. I hope it doesn't require a trip to the dealer (for the Ford IDS Scan Tool). That was the only way to disable the DRL's, (they banged me for half hour labor). lol

[@thomasberlinghoff2416]

(5) min. Or less. Take it to the dealer for the same.......1.5 hrs. $150 labor & $200 parts ($50). Total of at least $350.

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Sounds about right!

[@AmericaBumpertoBumper]

Project secret service

[@OldeCarrGuy]

I think Grand Ma suits her just fine!

[@jabnola]

Name the car "The Grey Goose"

[@Welcometofacsistube]

Sorry. Came for the Córdoba, leaving because of Pherds.

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Sorry Hal! There’s more Cordoba content to come!

[@ciscohour5884]

Not really an install video if you left out steps.

[@OldeCarrGuy]

It is an install video, just not a how to! Thanks for watching

[@blucklightfoxartinnovation9357]

nice video well done keep up them good well done a+ jason PROJECT JASON

[@OldeCarrGuy]

+BLUCK LIGHT STUDIO FOX ART AND CARTOON Thanks so much!

[@hattboytim]

Read the instructions

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Who needs instructions?!?!?!?

[@willr69420]

The new mods are GREAT! #LIKESHARECOMMENTSUBSCRIBE Long live project Grandma!

[@LIFEONWHEELS10]

First

[@OldeCarrGuy]

Thanks Bud!