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Adding cruise control to non pre-wired truck.

Old Sep 18, 2023
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Adding cruise control to non pre-wired truck.

Hoping to add cruise control. I know the engine harness is different, but do I also need to swap the dash/cab harness?

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Old Sep 18, 2023
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If you're going for factory, don't forget the steering column and steering wheel.

An aftermarket kit would be easier.
 
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Old Sep 19, 2023
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+1 ^^^
3rd party if starting from scratch

The Factory Cruise is fairly self contained, just the one Unit in the engine bay has the controller and actuator/cable to open throttle
The extra cab wiring comes from the steering wheel controls and the safety controls

 
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What aftermarket kits do you recommend? I’ve tried a couple in the past, but neither worked that well.
 
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I've never installed cruise on a car, I have no idea who would be a good one.
 
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Old Sep 20, 2023
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Ah ok. I’ve installed a couple Rostra kits in the past and they’re finicky at best. That’s why I’m trying to add OEM cruise control. If I can’t add OEM cruise I’ll just sell the truck and try to find another one.
 
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