4inch to 8inch

[regachoz01]

So I recently just got my 2021 mustang and it's a base(i'm planning to build from the bottom). I already changed the exterior and I think I'll settle with it for now. I want to change the interior starting with the 4inch original sync. Is the oem sync 3 still worth it for a base since most buttons won't do anything other than the original buttons? I think the dual climate won't work either? If so, any good after market that can replace the 4inch? Thank you!

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[samd1351]

4" to 8"?! The wife was hoping for a different theme in this post.

 

[Bikeman315]

Bad Sam, bad Sam. That was in very bad taste. But it was really f-ckin’ funny.

Anyway, welcome to the forum Zach. This has been one of the most popular mods done to S550’s

You can start here……..

https://www.mustang6g.com/forums/th...tch-enable-writeup.147829/page-9#post-3249778

 

[br_an]

Is the oem sync 3 still worth it for a base since most buttons won't do anything other than the original buttons?

Yes it is worth doing in my opinion. I just did this mod a few weeks ago, and can say it really isn't too difficult. The buttons will work if you change a couple values using FORScan.
Check out this thread for help with that.
2019 and 2020 4" to 8" Screen Upgrade + Drive Mode Toggle Switch Enable Writeup

 

[ice445]

It's really easy to do on the newer cars because you don't have to do any harness switching and you can leave the stock USB hub. You'll need the APIM module, screen, and bezel from a sync 3 car. I recommend trying to find a 2019 or newer if you want FordPass to still work. You'll also need a laptop with ForScan to set everything up if you want drive modes. You won't get dual zone climate but everything will work normally despite that.

 

[MustangorCamaro]

Aren't there several aftermarket options that are better than the stock Sync 3? Not talking about Tesla screen but from the normal manufacturers like Alpine, Pioneer, Sony etc. If you're going to upgrade from the base 4 inch unit, wouldn't it be better to set the bar a little higher? Assuming you're OK with the non stock look of course.

 

[samd1351]

Bad Sam, bad Sam. That was in very bad taste. But it was really f-ckin’ funny.

Anyway, welcome to the forum Zach. This has been one of the most popular mods done to S550’s

You can start here……..

https://www.mustang6g.com/forums/th...tch-enable-writeup.147829/page-9#post-3249778

Bike, you know what they say, it's only funny if it's..... Well, nevermind

And @regachoz01 didn't mean to hijack your post. My bad. Welcome to the forum.

 

[Pwny_Exp]

Aren't there several aftermarket options that are better than the stock Sync 3? Not talking about Tesla screen but from the normal manufacturers like Alpine, Pioneer, Sony etc. If you're going to upgrade from the base 4 inch unit, wouldn't it be better to set the bar a little higher? Assuming you're OK with the non stock look of course.

The problem isn't the number or quality of aftermarket head units, it's the dash kits that replace the bezel and HVAC controls. I did that on my 2018 with a Scosche dash kit and this time around for my 2020 I'm doing the 8" sync 3 upgrade instead (and sending it out to an amp).

 

[regachoz01]

Do you guys know any good aftermarket products?

 

[Bikeman315]

Do you guys know any good aftermarket products?

Check out this company. Crutchfield has been the leader in automotive audio for decades.

https://www.crutchfield.com/

https://www.crutchfield.com/car/outfitmycar/mycar.aspx

 

[FreePenguin]

I’d stick w oem ive seen some 3rd party units in person, literally watched several freeze on them. They played it off saying it’s rare

but I’ve seen it more than once, my oem has never frozen

 

[Dave2013M3]

Aren't there several aftermarket options that are better than the stock Sync 3? Not talking about Tesla screen but from the normal manufacturers like Alpine, Pioneer, Sony etc. If you're going to upgrade from the base 4 inch unit, wouldn't it be better to set the bar a little higher? Assuming you're OK with the non stock look of course.

I am or was in the same boat. The issue is the bezel, the aftermarket by Scoetch and a few others leaves a lot to be desired. I have a base 300a GT and went down the same path.

 

[regachoz01]

I am or was in the same boat. The issue is the bezel, the aftermarket by Scoetch and a few others leaves a lot to be desired. I have a base 300a GT and went down the same path.

So did you switch to the original oem or stick with aftermarket?

 

[Dave2013M3]

So did you switch to the original oem or stick with aftermarket?

I have an OEM 8" screen I am installing. I have the parts but I need to have my 4g modem fixed and have no ETA on when the part will arrrive.

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