Holly Hill, Fla. – October 6, 2021 – Metra Electronics®, the leading manufacturer of aftermarket automotive solutions, is now shipping two new dashboard panel kits designed to upgrade older model SUVs and trucks with a larger Double-DIN radio. These new solutions give installers an easier way to fit a larger aftermarket radio into the dashboard without labor-intensive custom fabrication, bringing modern technology to older vehicles.
DP-5859 for Ford and Lincoln
Metra’s DP-5859 replacement dashboard panel is custom textured and includes multiple trim panels and brackets to cover different vehicle options and trim levels. It is designed to fit 1997 to 2004 Ford and Lincoln SUVs and trucks. Metra suggests that installers paint the factory vents black to match the new panel. An installation video is available at https://youtu.be/1PJpgXl86tE.
DP-5859 Specifications
- Replacement dash panel for Double-DIN radio
- Designed to fit:
○ Ford Expedition 1997-2002
○ Ford F-150 1997-2003
○ Ford F-150 Heritage 2004
○ Ford F-250 1998
○ Lincoln Blackwood 2002
○ Lincoln Navigator 1997-2002
DP-6551 for Dodge Ram
The DP-6551 replacement dashboard panel is custom textured and designed to fit select 1998 to 2002 Dodge Ram trucks. Is it not designed for 1998 models with a single knob headlamp switch or 12volt power in the upper right corner of the dashboard*. A product video is available at https://youtu.be/2Yq3fasSS98.
DP-6551 Specifications
- Replacement dash panel for Double-DIN radio
- Designed to fit*:
○ Dodge Ram 1500 1998-2001
○ Dodge Ram 2500 1998-2002
○ Dodge Ram 3500 1998-2002
These two new dashboard panel kits are in stock and available now.
*See MetraOnline.com for up-to-date, vehicle specific information and additional fitment details.
*See MetraOnline.com for up-to-date, vehicle specific information and additional fitment details.
About Metra Electronics®
At Metra, 12volt installation and integration is our passion. We strive to continuously offer the highest quality products to meet the fluctuating technological challenges of the automotive world. We actively listen to our customers’ requests and invest resources in developing the highest quality dash kit and harness solutions. We make dash kits for more vehicle applications than anyone else in the world. That’s why we’ve been known as “The Installer’s Choice” ® for more than 75 years. Our other brands include: Axxess®, T-SPEC®, The Install Bay®, Heise LED Lighting Systems®, iBEAM Vehicle Safety Systems®, Shuriken High Performance Batteries®, Raptor®, Ballistic®, AmmoTenna®, Metra PowerSports®, Saddle Tramp®, Metra Marine® and Daytona Lights®. Metra’s expertise in connectivity solutions is also applied to its division of premium AV and surveillance products from MetraAV™. For ordering information and pricing, visit Metra Electronics online at MetraOnline.com or call 386-257-2956.
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