Upgrading/swap the RAM radio to the 8.4 inch with Apple/Android CarPlay (step by step)1500 2500 3500

We swap out the factory radio to the brand new upgraded 8.4 factory touch screen with CarPlay. I show how to take the dash apart how to take apart the radio bezel and how to install and complete this awesome upgrade. I also show what is needed to upgrade from the base 3 speed fan to the improved 5 speed fan with auto climate. I show the difference of these two radios and the features including functions. If you've missed the steering wheel upgrade of the gauge cluster up grade check out my other videos on how I upgraded those as well! As always thanks for stopping by the channel. Comment below and tell me what you thought about this upgrade and if you have any questions about this swap let me know. Don't forget to subscribe for more future mods and upgrades coming soon. Thanks for the feedback!
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[@donbardes]

I have a 20107 RAM Tradesman with the 6.7 Cummins. I just discovered your video as I'm starting to do these upgrades. Thanks for the very descriptive videos.

[@BigB-lt4ik]

Glad I found your channel! I also have an 18, and I've been telling myself I should've at least gotten the Big Horn. You gave me some great ideas. Thanks!

[@propack99]

I got a tradesmen not too long ago, i love how easy these trucks are to modify. Good looks bro !

[@hollisellis8609]

Just got one myself would love to see your upgrades

[@RamandChevyOwner]

Thanks for the help,my truck came with the regular 8.4 and I wanted the 8.4 with nav and you helped me by being very discriptive so I don’t break anything by accident,thanks

[@wesmo4]

I’d be interested in getting that regular 8.4 from you

[@stankrieger3137]

2013 Ram bighorn 2500 4x4. 5,7 hemi. only because I liked the rest of the truck, getting ready to up grade radio and more, glad I found you

[@turbo-brian]

Also Brilliant! You have answered several questions I had. Thanks!

[@AnthonyMartinez-bo9uu]

Thanks for doing the videos, I’m currently working on upgrading a few things on my 2500.

[@Apollo-407]

Thanks for the info, I bought a 2018 Ram 1500 quad cab express, and It has a SiriusXM radio but no car play and the local dealership just told me it can’t be upgraded bc the entire truck would hafta be rewired, that didn’t make sense, n I watched your video n knew it could be done!

[@RadioSilence-vs5hn]

For us poor boys, thanks for the video. Love the truck. Blessings bro.

[@SethRighi]

Thanks 👍

[@SickNate]

Man I wish that color was still available 😭 love the truck!

[@dtaposse8858]

RA1 pos radio nice truck bro luv the green

[@Rep361Texas]

Loving the videos bro, your real descriptive, I need to take a lesson or to from you,👍👍👍👍 good stuff bud, I SUBSCRIBED!

[@SethRighi]

Rep. 361_Texas thank I appreciate it. I’m just getting more comfortable in front of the camera

[@Rep361Texas]

@@SethRighi yeah it definitely takes a lil time but now that I'm comfortable I have to work on being more enthusiastic, I have a real mono personality when I'm comfortable and I dont wana be mono and boring in my videos

[@adamajohn999]

Getting a tradesman in the next week so excited!

[@nholt]

I got a tradesman. Have you upgraded the radio yet?

[@adamajohn999]

@@nholt so I actually decided to save a little and get a gasser, I got a 2017 1500 big horn, and honestly it's awesome I kept the stock radio but from the research I've seen was pretty easy depending on what your using, I would totally recomend getting the adapter harnesses for whatever you choose because you may lose the button functionality and or specific actions. Never cut your harness lol

[@patthomas9547]

Great video and that’s a beautiful truck

[@kennethbussee4124]

Excellent video! I am definitely going to upgrade my multi media screen after watching this video. Do you have a part number for the radio? I want to make sure I get the exact same one, the 8.4” non navigation with car play.

[@johnfreitag4044]

You have an awesome truck. Love the upgrades you did. The color is eye catching and awesome. Have you upgraded your sound system yet. I have a 2017 Ram 2500. I am looking yo upgrade my speakers and sub. Looking for recommendations. Anyways, good job, great truck

[@AlwaysBeSmart674]

Looks great bud thanks for the video, if you don’t mind me asking how much did everything end up costing you?

[@jimparkerson9860]

I have a 2016 tradesman, and I am really interested in this upgrade. I believe you mentioned that you got the parts from someone that has access to more donor parts. If you have a good source and wouldn’t mind sharing the contact info, this fellow Tennessean would be very appreciative. This video is great btw! Our “work” trucks might not be flashy as the Laramies or nicer trim packages, but like you said we have lots of potential for upgrades.

[@mathewdemarco7950]

I would like to upgrade my radio on my 2018 2500 as well, where did you pick the kit up? Also great videos by the way. Love them all. I'm going to upgrade the steering wheel and cluster also.

[@wernerlauinger5579]

I like your videos there are great. I got a 2014 and want to upgrade my radio to a 8.4 screen .where you can buy it. I like how you show to do think.very easy to anderstand. Thanks

[@moussaelammar4957]

Im doing the same upgrade, but is this harness display the rearview camera, or do i need a separate harness. If so, have you done the split rearview mirror from the mirror to the screen

[@brandoncotton2214]

Wish I would have watched this first. I keeping buying parts thinking I have everything to find out I don’t. Can you send me a link to buy the wiring harness and fan speed control please. Great info

[@javierboughton5386]

what model and brand did you used? do you links for the stereo and the bezel? thanks

[@ryansullivan9757]

Awesome video thanks

[@3uvakind126]

Did your Bluetooth work before you got the steering wheel? After you put the radio in and do you know if I already have the 5-speed fan in my 19 classic if I need the wiring harness that goes to the side of the truck? Thanks man great video

[@Jeremy-if1wl]

I have a 2017 with the same ol crappy radio. I’m wanting to put the bigger/better one in myself. My question is will it be a plug and play feature, or will it not work without a factory code? Different vin type scenario.

[@carlossaavedra1893]

Do you know how to get more lighting in the cabin ? I have the same dome light you have in the center, but I want more lighting its a bit to dark

[@jim6333]

Question....i have the RA2 5.0 uconnect radio and 7spd blower module.....do i need the conversion harness to make it work?

[@leerodriguez7842]

Very interested in the stereo, how do I go about purchasing one?

[@JSmith-wy3yh]

My 2019 classic does not have satellite radio. You think the wiring will be there? Thanks

[@AlexGnz478]

i have a 2013 tradesman , do i need to buy a wire harness for the swap? or i can remove it from the donor truck?

[@007Knightjp]

Where did you get your 8.4 head unit from? I'm looking to replace mine with just so that I can have Apple Car Play

[@ryanwilson6162]

Love the video, you're a great teacher. Do you have the link to the cable and fan kit?

[@YermiYah328]

Great video

[@blue03r6]

there's several brands that make nice touch screen radios that fit in there. from Alpine, Kenwood, Sony, Pioneer, JVC etc. all of them work with everything except the climate controls etc. plus they will sound better than the stock radios. they do have navigation also.

[@SethRighi]

Rather have the factory radio

[@blue03r6]

@@SethRighi what's so special about it?

[@uallsuk6696]

@@SethRighi can you find a link so I can purchase this ? Thanks

[@gerardarciga7354]

I’m looking for that whole setup for my 2019 tradesman any suggestions?

[@JorgeArceP]

I just replaced my 8.4 AN with a 2018 8.4 UAS unit and for some reason I lost my back up camera... Mine is a manual transmission 3500 laramie. Has me baffled. Hope my local dealer can take care of this for me

[@wetkingcustoms6140]

I’d like to know also where you got everything from. Thanks

[@Klipnotica]

Do you need the harness if you already have a 7 speed fan?

[@loveallbeall2486]

How many band e.q. Is on newer one? Is it an upgrade in sound? And if so is it Quality and/or decibels or both?

[@jesseringer2905]

Did you upgrade your heater controls, my Tradesman has the basic 4 speed fan, I wanna upgrade to what you have. Thanks

[@cnetate]

I got confused from some info on forums, are you able to use the uconnect call phone app remote start features?

[@glenmore00]

Love how that radio look. Can you help me whith the steps upgrating my ram

[@dandydog250]

I would like the link to cluster and radio upgrade. Also curious if my back up camera will go through it since mine is on radio screen not mirror

[@marcusl.daniels9052]

How much did the radio and bezel fan kit cost and where can I get it?

[@jpons1992]

So that 2019 8.4 will drop in to my 15 tradesman no issues obviously with new media hub

[@lerz_1885]

I have my backup camera on my rear view mirror. Is there a way I would be able to send the display to the upgraded head unit? Thanks

[@profoundseeker9434]

I have a Tradesman 2500 2018 - didn’t see the link on the hub or the upgrade.,,,in details...

[@frankkuje8810]

Where do I get those parts to upgrade my 2019?

[@bigchiefl1285]

Do you need that wiring kit too make it work or is that just for the 7 speed fan ? if just get the radio and bezel will it work?

[@Brody1177]

Hi there was wondering if you think the new 2020 ram 8.4inc screen would fit on a 2017 rebel. Thanks

[@phunk875]

I got a 13 Ram 1500, planning on also upgrading the cluster because my current cluster.. works but scratched up to hell to the point i can barely see the cluster lmao

[@eugenemiller4199]

is there a link to where we can purchase this same setup?

[@barryblanchard5594]

i love your videos can you give me the info where can i get the dual ac control module kit you put in your truck i kinda need that kit

[@Retro_80s_Guy]

I've watched other videos and only yours has the part about wires going down through the channel along the bottom of the passenger door. What was that for? I thought swapping these out was pretty much plug-and-play.

[@jimbrand682]

How do you get the clock to stay on without the radio on?

[@berniesena9991]

How much does that deck and harness cost?

[@LegendDub9]

How do I run my back up camera from the rear view mirror to the 8.4 radio ?

[@kenrobinson1099]

correction. not all Ram's come with xm. easy way to tell is no xm antenna on the roof. I optioned my 19 classic with the next step up radio and it's not a touch screen and it has no xm and no steering wheel controls.

[@demetriusgibson6703]

How much did the whole kit for the 8.4 radio up grade cost I have the 1500 Express

[@NyckAgui]

Is this radio much louder than what you had before ?

[@kenpauley7489]

where did you get the stuff to do this? I dont find the link you mentioned.

[@gazoutg]

The backup camera is connected through the harness?

[@JESUSisGODinFlesh]

Also it's a base 4 speed to 7 speed fan, those are the options.

[@jo47762]

Awesome vid, but do you have a link for this kit you bought ??

[@BadGoat92]

So the ‘upgraded’ hvac controls are basically plug and play? Could you post a link to where you bought everything

[@lukaszmarut8568]

Where could I order that harness for hvac controls?

[@02Huntet]

Is there a way to also get a better sounding quality speakers ??

[@DamnGoodReviews]

Works with the backup camera?

[@danielblea3520]

Could you please send me the link to purchase the radio upgrade. Thanks and great video

[@claudiotafolla710]

Do they sell just the wiring harness by itself

[@tombielek5759]

What is the part number for the the media hub lin center console. I have an 18 and put a 19 radio in it and have the same looking media hub in console but it’s like the usb wont work on connect to radio? Thanks

[@bendewitt3091]

I have a 2013 slt single cab dually g56 truck that I want to do that exact same thing with do you get all that harness and control module off a 19? Or is it an aftermarket

[@dylanmanley6430]

Did you have to put the climate module in as well?

[@user-jc3ew8yu8q]

Hi Seth, I got a screen replacement on Ebay and got a new bezel. The screen didnt come with the receiver so I am assuming I can just disconnect the 3,0 from the receiver and install the 8.4 in it?

[@sly3232]

You make it look easy I wish I could modify mine like that. The dealer put satellite in mine and I haven’t heard a full song or conversation yet.

[@danielestrada9485]

Hope anyone can see this and answer my question can i install this 8.4 on a 2009 ram?thanks

[@edwardenglish1519]

My Laramie came with that of course but now the U-Connect is not supported by Spring for voice texting. U-Connect sent me a connector that plugs into my data link plug but I can't use voice text.

[@1badcaddy1]

Beautiful truck!!! What was the guys link for swap kits ?

[@BK-gc1jm]

What is the part number for the mini hub that goes into console box..I have a 2014 &and want to put in a 2018 radio.

[@josephsherrell6235]

What are you using for microphone for the Bluetooth

[@official_g6106]

What’s the part number on the radio you got?

[@JimHaight-zi3be]

Great video ! Can you send me the link for the upgrade to the 8.4 radio ( 2019 Ram Classic Warlock) thanks in advance JH

[@Mingo73Brown]

I have a 2017 1500 express that I'm definitely want to upgrade the instrument cluster and entertainment console. Could I have them links to order please?

[@peterleveillee1321]

I have a 2021 Ram 1500 Tradesman coming soon. I regret not ordering the 8.4 radio. The dealer says I cannot upgrade. Do you think I can ?

[@whathetruckk]

I did this now it seems as my A/C will not get cold ?

[@richardwhatley2882]

Do you have the link for the harness and dash kit?

[@2502860]

Can I upgrade to bigger screen versions

[@ericwilliams2999]

Will it work if you don’t have the climate control?

[@jesseochoa2168]

What the model number on the new stereo and the media hub ?

[@jayburke6021]

Will send me a link on where to buy? Thanks and great video

[@brianramsey4266]

Where did you get the harness? I’ve just purchased the 8.4 and 7 speed HVAC but the harness will not work. Any help would be great! Thanks!

[@treyjohnson7093]

i have a 2016 ram 1500 8.4 but doesnt have car play. how can i get that on mine? or what radio should i replace it with?

[@BigPig-bn8lc]

What's the part number for the kit?? I have the radio but need the wire kit

[@winstonv77]

Very nice setup!! So if buy an 8.4 radio can I just plug and play. Or does the radio need to preset to my truck . I have same little radio you had Thx

[@SethRighi]

You’ll need the harness bezel and everything I mentioned

[@williamloman4792]

I need that link to upgrade thanks

[@MAIDELLA]

Hey Seth, I have a 2019 1500 Classic with the Tradesman trim. Where there would normally be radio controls I have shifter buttons, and my backup camera displays in the corner of my rearview. Like you, I can't deal with this thing stock. I love it otherwise. Would installing this move the camera image to the screen? Also, for talk texting or talking phone calls would I have to install a mic somewhere? Or does the radio have a tiny built in I'm not seeing? Thanks for the upload. Really helpful...

[@xaviersotelo1390]

I believe the mic is built into the truck right above your head

[@jaredsmucker2642]

Where can I get a new harness I got the radio just can’t use climate control

[@lindaburrows4460]

Thanks for the great video! I just bought a 2021 1500 and want to upgrade my radio from the 5.0 to the 8.4 where did you get the parts from?

[@peterleveillee1321]

I am in same boat as you, I hope we can upgrade.

[@Jeep4x4x4x4]

did you find out where to buy this upgrade?

[@devogang9446]

Would this work for 2013 Durango?