OU812 Posted December 1, 2018 Report Share Posted December 1, 2018 I'm wanting to replace the in dash AM/FM radio. (98 Volvo VNL) Wanting a direct plug in, NO splicing, to install. Dose any one have a part number/ suplyer name, for a direct fit? I have looked on the internet, but the plug in is in question. My plug is a 13 pin.... six on each side and one off set in the middle. Thank you for any help. OU812 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Star Dreamer Posted December 1, 2018 Report Share Posted December 1, 2018 Check with a Volvo dealer, they might have one. We bought a Pioneer unit with the wiring harness adapter at Freightliner when we bought our truck and we installed it for the 15 hour ride home. The cost was reasonable. Dave 2005 Freightliner Century S/T, Singled, Air ride ET Jr. hitch 2019 46'+ Dune Sport Man Cave custom 5th wheel toy hauler Owner of the 1978 Custom Van "Star Dreamer" which might be seen at a local car show near you! Check out http://www.hhrvresource.com/ for much more info on HDT's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OU812 Posted December 2, 2018 Author Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 Hi Dave Been to two Volvo dealers and others, all they have is one fits all....splice it in. Not willing to go that way unless that is all I can find. Wrecking yards have about the same. I got it on my wish list .... Now back to fixing oil leak on intermediate rear axel, pinion seal.....I hope I don't have to pull the third member.... Merry Christmas.. Thank you OU812 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkoenig24 Posted December 2, 2018 Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 Crutchfield is a good resource for cars electronics and, I understand that Crutchfield's tech desk is staffed by knowledgable people. . You might want to check with them to see if they have a solution you'd be happy with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark and Dale Bruss Posted December 2, 2018 Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 There is information on Volvo Radio replacement in the HHRV Resource Guide. Where else? Please click for Emails instead of PM Mark & DaleJoey - 2016 Bounder 33C Tige - 2006 40' Travel SupremeSparky III - 2021 Mustang Mach-e, off the the Road since 2019 Useful HDT Truck, Trailer, and Full-timing Info atwww.dmbruss.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis M Posted December 2, 2018 Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 I've been very happy with the one I purchased from Best Buy not long after I bought the truck 14 years ago. Dennis & NancyTucson, AZ in winter, on the road in summer.1999 Volvo 610 "Bud" 425 HP Volvo, Super 10 spd.2005 Mountain Aire 35 BLKS2013 smart fortwo CityFlame riding on Bud(Replaced '05 smart first loaded in '06 and '11 smart that gave it's life to save me!)Our Travel Blog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunJuniper Posted December 12, 2018 Report Share Posted December 12, 2018 there are adapters that you choose the semi plug end and the radio mfg end. i may still have the stereo that came out of my 1998 with the factory plugs still on it. be after christmas before i get to my storage unit to dig for you. just let me know if your interested. Fulltimer Class of 2007 1998 Volvo VNL64T610 Detroit Series 60 12.7 470HP/1650TQ Eaton 18spd 228"WB Tandem2006 40' ToyHauler 3 slides and a 14' Toybox Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solo318 Posted December 12, 2018 Report Share Posted December 12, 2018 There are multiple "levels" of factory systems. all are wired differently. If you have the "base" system than you MUST splice it in. (it's a really odd set up) If you have the high end system than they used to make (20 years ago when I worked on a fleet of these things) an adapter for a pioneer. Unless you are looking to return it to stock for some reason, you should go ahead and splice it in properly. Make sure that whatever route you choose, the wires don't end up in the a/c controls. They will break the cable retainers if you force the sliders. Click For Full-Size Image. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaydrvr Posted December 12, 2018 Report Share Posted December 12, 2018 Splicing is not that hard to do, with basically just speakers and power involved. I would cut the plug off the old radio and use it to wire up the new one so I'm not cutting into the main harness in the dash. That's what I did to install my double din, 7" display, Sony media center. Jay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlennWest Posted December 12, 2018 Report Share Posted December 12, 2018 Reading all this about radios, I have to ask a question. It is loud in my truck. I have thought about not even messing with it due to the noise. Is yours that loud? 2003 Teton Grand Freedom towed with 2006 Freightliner Century 120 across the beautiful USA welding pipe.https://photos.app.goo.gl/O32ZjgzSzgK7LAyt1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan412 Posted December 13, 2018 Report Share Posted December 13, 2018 My 2011 780 is very quiet inside almost as quiet as my new T880 work truck. What kind of radio does every one install. 2011 Volvo D13 485/1750 Eaton 13 Speed 2016 Montana 3820FK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJohns Posted December 13, 2018 Report Share Posted December 13, 2018 My 2014 630 is quieter than my 2000 Ford powerstroke. I can hear my garmin very good. 2002 Beaver Marquis Emerald C-12 Cat 505 HP 2014 Volvo 630 D-13 I Shift SOLD 2017 New Horizons SOLD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlennWest Posted December 13, 2018 Report Share Posted December 13, 2018 Volvo must be quieter than my Freightshaker 2003 Teton Grand Freedom towed with 2006 Freightliner Century 120 across the beautiful USA welding pipe.https://photos.app.goo.gl/O32ZjgzSzgK7LAyt1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaydrvr Posted December 13, 2018 Report Share Posted December 13, 2018 24 minutes ago, GlennWest said: Volvo must be quieter than my Freightshaker Glenn, I'd bet my 2 million mile Volvo is quieter than your Freightshaker... I listen to all kinds of music. Jay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlennWest Posted December 13, 2018 Report Share Posted December 13, 2018 Not taking that bet. You likely right. 2003 Teton Grand Freedom towed with 2006 Freightliner Century 120 across the beautiful USA welding pipe.https://photos.app.goo.gl/O32ZjgzSzgK7LAyt1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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