love-pink Posted April 17, 2013 Report Share Posted April 17, 2013 What would I need to purchase, if it can even be done, to upgrade my 4.3 to a 8.3 (none nav.) system? I don't currently have the satellite or Bluetooth capabilities and neither is really needed. If its an easy addition I wouldn't mind them though :D Navigation isn't needed or really wanted. What parts do I purchase? Where would I be able to purchase them? Would it be easier to go with an aftermarket radio? I like the stock look and would rather stay with it... But it's easier and cheaper with an aftermarket system I should probably go that route. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webslave Posted April 17, 2013 Report Share Posted April 17, 2013 (edited) Even if you, your boyfriend, fiance, father, etc., install it, my WAG would be that an aftermarket radio would be cheaper since you don't really want all of the "goodies" that the 8.4 unit has. The units, IIRC, are a double-DIN sized fitment and the only thing you would need from the dealer is the proper trim plate that would have the 8" opening in it. A good aftermarket stereo shop could probably install a high-grade double-DIN unit for less than half the price of even an eBay original head unit. They may even be able to trim the 4.3 opening in the trim plate that you currently have to allow for the 8.4 sized stereo. Some of the aftermarket units are actually quite "sexy" in eye appeal and I don't think they would be unattractive sitting in place of a stock 8.4 unit that you really aren't going to take advantage of. I'd cruise by one of your local, good, automotive stereo shops and see what they have to offer if you just want the eye candy of a larger stereo; you can probably get one that will play your CDs and have a usb input for your iPod...for less than the stock head unit alone. Now, if you want the back up camera, the environmental control tie in (heat and A/C), compass, etc. Then you'll have to go stock and that's going to start getting into some big money real quick... Edited April 17, 2013 by webslave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mcgusto82 Posted April 17, 2013 Report Share Posted April 17, 2013 The after market is s no go. Theres many limitations to swapping out the DJs radio. For one, there's no existing trim adaptor to replace the 4.3 screen bezel. You can't delete the screen as it controls numerous vehicle functions (a/c, vehicle settings, etc.) Besides, the screen bezel is not strong enought to hold a 2 DIN radio. They are relatively heavy. The space behind the screen is also not structured to hold anything in any one place besides the screen bezel. The actual radio is mounted behind the A/C knobs below. Then there's the harness adaptors / interface (none listed on crutch field) so you'd loose steering wheel buttons. Now there is 1 aftermarket option. There's a member on here that has it. It's the Chinese clone of the uConnect. I have a second generation of the Chinese mygig on my GC. Has lots of features!, and evey one of them has it's flaws that go from annoying to meh.. 8'' 2012 Fiat Leap/ Freemont Car DVD,GPS,BT,Ipod,Radio,TV,PIP,RDS,SWC I don't expect this radio to be any different, and it cost 600-700$ When I added the 8.4 to our 4.3, I spent around 550$ before I added back up cam. That's about what it would cost if you source 2nd hand parts. I'd stick to 2012 parts also as the 2013 has anti theft features that can give u a headache. Read thru the posts, the topic has been covered very well. Let me ask you, what features DO you want, and how much do you want to spend? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toy4ever Posted April 21, 2013 Report Share Posted April 21, 2013 Chrysler came out with upgrade-kits to 8.4" for the 2012 models. You should ask your dealer, if there are kits for 2013 too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
love-pink Posted April 25, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 25, 2013 Chrysler came out with upgrade-kits to 8.4" for the 2012 models. You should ask your dealer, if there are kits for 2013 too. Thank you!! Im going to ask the dealership about it when I go in for my oil change :D Any idea on a price?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mcgusto82 Posted April 25, 2013 Report Share Posted April 25, 2013 1,700$. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toy4ever Posted April 28, 2013 Report Share Posted April 28, 2013 If I remember correct, 1700$ was for 8.4" with navigation and 1200$ without nav. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidlb512 Posted April 28, 2013 Report Share Posted April 28, 2013 http://www.aliexpress.com/item/8-inch-600MHZ-3G-8-VCD-PIP-MP5-car-DVD-player-for-FIAT-LEAP-FREEMONT-Dodge/693681172.html I'm purchasing this unit for my 2012 DJ. This is the aftermarket unit that Mcgusto82 was talking about earlier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7one8 Posted April 28, 2013 Report Share Posted April 28, 2013 Yeah I'm gonna go with the same unit .. if I'm not mistaken it includes the bezel and just requires the vents to be swapped over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paxmaster2000 Posted June 19, 2013 Report Share Posted June 19, 2013 when i went to the website the unit looks different then the stock ones. has anybody bought and installed this one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soontobejourneyowner Posted July 5, 2013 Report Share Posted July 5, 2013 Wondering what the installation costs might range on the above-noted unit. Does anyone have any idea? Thank you in advance for any help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harrisjohn6 Posted August 6, 2013 Report Share Posted August 6, 2013 How did that after market system work from the link above? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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