Just ordered the parts from Ed Olsen at Millennium Ford and he was telling me about a month ago one of his customers reported that he unplugged the old 4 guage cluster and popped in the new 6 guage with message center and it worked without having to go to the dealer and have the gauge flashed. Has anyone experienced this. I've got an $80 quote from the dealer to do the swap but I don't want to pay it if I don't have to.

Just curious, what did it cost? I thought it might be listed on the Ford web site but I can't find it.

80 bucks to upgrade to mycolor and the new instrument cluster? **** my dealer charges 80 bucks for a quote on a tire rotatin, I say go for it.

ORIGINAL: stratjakt

80 bucks to upgrade to mycolor and the new instrument cluster? **** my dealer charges 80 bucks for a quote on a tire rotatin, I say go for it.


I think he's saying that he's ordered the parts already and the dealer will charge him $80 to just install it.........

not sure but i'd definetly be interested to see if that works...

please somebody end this madness! I really want MYCOLOR so badly... the green is actually less bright than the white... which annoys the heck outta me!! I rather keep it white all the time... I also heard somewhere that you didnt need to flash the gauges, hope this is true... so it can just be a plug and play mod... hehe.. keep us informed, i know alot of others are curious about this as well...

I would like to know also, I can get the needed parts FOC but was unsure if
it was plug and play or A pain in the A$$, Keep us updated.

ok...i'll keep you updated....

The cluster and switch costs 287 plus you have a 300 core charge that is refunded when the original cluster is returned (best have your credit card ready)

ORIGINAL: amystery2u

ok...i'll keep you updated....

The cluster and switch costs 287 plus you have a 300 core charge that is refunded when the original cluster is returned (best have your credit card ready)

for that price plus install $ I will stick with the original which is always set on medium blue with the info area blank.

They let you use the standard Guage cluster as a core for the MyColor Cluster?

ok ill help out too! first off i was one of the first to do this back in april of 05 and i love it. i dont play with the colors much any more but i do use all of the other features that the cluster has. miles till empty, Average MPG, Average MPH, Trip Time, Trunk Ajar, Door Ajar, Security Event happened, crap i know im missing somthing. plus the oil and amp gauges. here is what i know. first off when i did this it was so new i actually did it with my friend. he is the head machanic at the dealership that i go to. so i ordered the parts from him. Ed is a great resourse for this stuff i have talked to him many times regarding this stuff and he is very helpful. a few things to remember when ordering

1. they actually make 4 clusters. GT-MPH and GT-KPH and V6 MPH and V6 KPH so if you live outside of the USA you would prob want the KPH unit (kilomiters per mile).
2. i am not sure if anyone has ordered the GT unit for the V6 to get the 140 spedo but because we were not sure at the time last year i chose the v6 so i would not have any probs.
3. you have to give your miles because they send the new unit with the miles on it to match. i actually drove 1000 miles before the swap so i have a free 1000 mile on my warantee
4. you need to make sure your car can handel the upgrade. pop the blank cover off next to the cig lighter using a small flat screw driver and cloth to protect and the plug for the switch should be pluged into it. i have helped a few guys do this upgrade and have found that they made a harness change and on some cars if you dont have the tracion control or anti loc you may not have the wires to do the install (bummer i know) so check first!
5. as stated before i helped with the install because they didnt know what to do. funny thing is i got my car in feb of 05 so the gas tank , shaker and cluster were all firsts for my friend and since i have all the TSB's i actually new more about the stuff than him. so here ar a few things to do first if you dare! pop out the cover and install the switch quick and simple. then lower the stering wheel and if you grap it at the speedo and the Tach just pull it pops right out exposing the 4 10mm screws for the tech. that way he just has to hook up the computer and download and upload and swap . the whole thing takes like 20 min.
6. ok after Am's coment about the flash i called my bud and asked him, he said that ford may have changed the module on the new units and it just might work. so if you get the parts go ahead and try it the worst that can happen is you put the old cluster back and go to the dealer. so go for it it could save you 80 bucks. i didnt have to pay anyway cause of my bud so give it a try.
7. i have posted the cluster removal pdf and cluster diff link bellow if anyone wants it. it is a real easy mod and i love the extra's so enjoy.

i hope i didnt ramble to much and hope this helps

cluster differance info (http://www.2005stang.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10281/description%20-%20cluster.pdf)
cluster removal (http://www.2005stang.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10281/clusterremove.pdf)
Tom

Afixer, if you add the link I will make this thread a sticky in the 4.0L Appearance sub-section.

Bill Jr.
28hopup

So where else can this be ordered? Is it just from your ford dealer? Thanks.

haha should have gotten iup.



lol jk, it's nice, but i pretty much have left it blue since i bought the car.

another highly inteligent comment from the crowd. actuall when i got my car you couldnt get the IUP due to the lawsuit. plus i dont like the aluminum dash it looks lame in my opinion and it dont go with my black yellow theme. all that aluminum takes away from the retro look.

ORIGINAL: afixer

another highly inteligent comment from the crowd. actuall when i got my car you couldnt get the IUP due to the lawsuit. plus i dont like the aluminum dash it looks lame in my opinion and it dont go with my black yellow theme. all that aluminum takes away from the retro look.


plus I'm 6'6" and the satin covers on the consol hit my leg just enough to make me actually HATE the IUP. Hence me getting the just the cluster.

Thanks for chimming in afixer. Once again it's nice to have someone who's actually done the upgrade contribute.

no prob

Ok another newbie question. What does IUP stand for?

Rupp Date 10/4/2006 8:44:07 PM
Ok another newbie question. What does IUP stand for?


Interior Upgrade Package, which includes the MyColor dash and aluminum trim accents.

OK...the MyColor ADD-ON is done!!! And it was so easy.

I dont know how to upload pics with text so here is the order:

1. New switch already attached to the prewired harness.
2. Dash board removed.
3. New cluster installed. (they wouldn't let me come back and take pics)

Since I was banned from the work area I went up front and took a couple pics in the showroom.

That looks great. So you/I can order this from my local ford dealer and have them install it? Total cost was? Total time for them to install?

This shows mpg etc correct?

ORIGINAL: bswor

That looks great. So you/I can order this from my local ford dealer and have them install it? Total cost was? Total time for them to install?

This shows mpg etc correct?



I ordered my stuff from Ed Olsen (link above) Total cost $587 - $300 refundable core charge so it was $287 for parts and $78 for install.

Message center is awesome. Shows a lot of stuff. Look at the driver controls section of your manual. Too many to list here. Took them about 20 minutes once they got it in the bay to install it. You'll be very pleased.

I just popped the cover on mine and i dont have the harness what a let down!

am so sounds like you did the switch and pred the cluster for them?. did you try the cluster and on work? or did you just go for the install? hope the info helped

Aixer,
I followed your suggestions and was hoping for a price break. I had everything prepped and ready and they still charged me the full $78 PLUS they still left the switch hanging like I pictured. They didn't take two seconds to snap it in. Dealerships really do suck down here but whatta ya gonna do? I'm very happy with it. The message center is a BIG bonus if your main goal is getting the extra colors. I didn't know it did all that. I just skipped that section in the manual because I had the base cluster. I was surprissed to say the least at what it can show you.

Thanks very much for input. Gotta get the core back today so I can reclaim that $300.

BTW, send me a pic of the house? Are you almost done?

well i am glad it worked out. as far as the extra features. i can not stress enough all the extra stuff the message center has. i use all the features all the time. i rarely change the color. but a guess people seem not to notice that and only think of the color. glad to see you like it. and glad to help. as far as the house here is a pic its slow and go as my sons are back at school and money is getting tight.

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House looks awesome!! Looks like you've added a lot of square footage. Hope you can finish up soon so you can enjoy the fruits of your labor.

Rich

I've always wanted to peek and see if I had the plug.. and thanks to amystery's pics, I finally found out where to pop the buttons out.
(Didn't realize it was a cluster)

Anyway, if this is what I need to upgrade, I'm VERY happy because I have a Deluxe stang with NO Traction Control or ABS [sm=happy046.gif]
I was under the impression that they were needed for the upgrade... perhaps some early 05's got lucky and got the plug anyway?

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So, could you do this mod by yourself?? or its a definate no, and you would have to bring it in anyways? I wanna buy the gauge and the buttons, but dont know if i have to bring it in to have them do it.. BTW it looks so awesome with the extra 2 gauges and the message center.. hehe

ORIGINAL: 05BlackPony

I've always wanted to peek and see if I had the plug.. and thanks to amystery's pics, I finally found out where to pop the buttons out.
(Didn't realize it was a cluster)

Anyway, if this is what I need to upgrade, I'm VERY happy because I have a Deluxe stang with NO Traction Control or ABS [sm=happy046.gif]
I was under the impression that they were needed for the upgrade... perhaps some early 05's got lucky and got the plug anyway?

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yea black your halfway there. Enjoy!

Thanks afixer!


I would reallllllly be interested in finding out if the GT gauges work, (higher speedo)
But I guess I don't need it anyway... won't be going -that- fast :D

Ok, Let me make sure I have this right. You pop out the left cluster and if you have a wire running to it you can do this upgrade? Right? Who is this Ford dealer you guys are ordering from?

ORIGINAL: Rupp

Ok, Let me make sure I have this right. You pop out the left cluster and if you have a wire running to it you can do this upgrade? Right? Who is this Ford dealer you guys are ordering from?


-Correct

From what I've heard, Millenium Ford is who most people are going to.
Heres a link of what to look at, but I wouldn't order unless you talk to someone.

http://www.trademotion.com/partlocator/index.cfm?action=getLocator&siteid=214072&chapter=DP2F20&appSectionid=3&groupid=10030&subgroupid=60853&make=10&model=Mustang&year=2005&catalogid=1

Has anyone been able to complete this mod without involving the Ford dealer for install and "calibration"?

Great Info. I am looking into this upgrade.

Has anyone tried to install the GT cluster in place of the V6 yet?

I see in one of the links afixer attached that SRS needs to be depowered. I am guess I would need to disconnect the battery?

Eric

@merlinsrealm

Pulling the fuse should suffice.


@05BlackPony

+1 on that question. Is that the only difference with the GT cluster?

I bought a brand new GT cluster off eBay w/out a core, and the switch from Ed - and he has been quite helpful with general info. I wasn't aware that there was a question if there is a plug or not on the car if you don't have ABS and T/C. Which I don't so today I popped the switch blanking cover off and I was happy to see the plug there. While I was at it I went ahead and plugged the new cluster in to see if I had to take it to the dealer, and it worked except that the ABS fails and I get an ABS light and tire pressure warning in the info center - so it looks as though I'll end up at the dealer to get the correct information uploaded.

@Mario

So there is no issue with using the GT cluster on the V6. When are you going to the dealer to follow up? I would really like to know what the differences are between the GT and V6 clusters.... other than the speedo.

Man... I don't have the ABS or TC, so I doubt I have the cluster. Plus my fiance would not see the benefit of this upgrade vs the cost. To me, it would be a diggable new toy for sure, but it just plain looks like I'll have to overlook this one. I already got it outta my head when I bought the car knowing it was not part of it, but doggone it, my hopes were raised in this thread... until.... the no ABS or TC part. :(

But WTG to those who did it and those who will do it! It's pretty kewl.

ORIGINAL: celenztah

Man... I don't have the ABS or TC, so I doubt I have the cluster. Plus my fiance would not see the benefit of this upgrade vs the cost. To me, it would be a diggable new toy for sure, but it just plain looks like I'll have to overlook this one. I already got it outta my head when I bought the car knowing it was not part of it, but doggone it, my hopes were raised in this thread... until.... the no ABS or TC part. :(

But WTG to those who did it and those who will do it! It's pretty kewl.


Hey, I don't have either of them as well. Soo just pop it out and you might be surprised, I know I was!! :)

ORIGINAL: flapjack

@Mario

So there is no issue with using the GT cluster on the V6. When are you going to the dealer to follow up? I would really like to know what the differences are between the GT and V6 clusters.... other than the speedo.



I may have time in the coming week to get it in to the dealer. The only thing I was concerned about was the GT has a V8 and mine is a V6 so the tachometer calibration should be off. But Ed at the Millennium Ford said he believed that it was not a problem, it would be set to the car on their upload. And as I said I plugged in the GT cluster and started the car and the tachometer showed the idle speed the same as stock (not that it would be off much at idle). and that was without getting it reprogrammed. The only real issue is that the GT's must all have TC and ABS, so the message center and warning lights told me mine wasn't working... But my '05 does not have the ABS or TC and it did have the wiring for the info center switch.

Am I the first person to get a GT cluster for a V6?

I think you are. I'm definitely interested in the results.

Just upgraded dash to my color !! I got it at Millium ford Ed on line price. The total price with tax and install 382.00 $100 labor with re-flash switch $30 cluster $236 plus shipping. I did not need core deposit since they installed. I can't believe all the functions the up-grade has. system check, that checks brakes,coolant,oil ect. The dash colors are great also, I like that I get a lighted switch in the dash that fills that plastic plug, it looks more finished. Ed is great to deal with, I recommend him to anyone. I think it is worth the $$, but my wife thinks I have lost my mind. :D

(PS. My wife says the same thing with every other mod that I Done !!)

MRR CAI & heat sheild, X-cal 2 & 92oct tune, Magnaflow true dual with H pipe, Herritage grille, chrome rear light bessil, front & rear gt sway bars, sequental rear lights, GT take off 17' wheels & tires, pony floor mats, pony head rest covers, Billit foot pedals and now My color dash.

im glad your happy with it somtimes its hard to explain to the guys just all the extra features it has. also people keep calling it the cluster. basicly pop out the blank plug to the left of the power plug above the radio. if the blank plug has a plug and wires pluged into it (for storage) you have the nessisary wire for the upgrade. the big question is still the speedo and tach calibration if you feal you need the 140 (GT) cluster. i myself never see myself going that fast as i am a parent of 4 and like living too much. but hey to each his or her own. just please dont do it in my town .

I know alot of you have done this to a V6 but will it work with a GT also. I have a Premium but it did not have the IUP option. This is awesome b/c I didn't like the silver dash but I really want the my color options. Great info btw

So if i wanted to order it for my car it would be the one from that link that is the 4.0L w/ message center for the miles til empty and all that good stuff.

But what i noticed was thats just the cluster where is the my color add on cluster? It doesnt say anything about that, i know someone said it before but can you only get that through the dealer?

i took the blank switch plate off and I have the wire harness there. This might be dump on my part considering I already have a GT but I always wanted to know if it could be changed.

yes the gt and the v6 are the same as far as upgrading . if you have the wires your good. you just need to order the gt unit. the main diffs are (again) v6 or gt and MPH or KPH your dealer can do all of this and if you have a good rep with them . it good because you wont have the core charge. otherwise go with ED he is very helpful and has fair prices on this , he has been helping with this upgrad from the begining. also the message center units to my knowage all come with the my color. plus dont forget the switch.

Congrats amystery2u on your cluster upgrade! I too took afixer's advice and took the plunge! I don't use the color change much but I am loving the info center! The MPG mode is totally accurate saddly, I'm only getting 16-17 mpg strickly city [:@]

I'd still like to know for sure if the GT gauges will work with the V6.

I've read through this thread several times and there are few questions
I didn't see the answer to -

1 - I see Y2Kford as the big seller, but how much does the dash cost from
a regualr dealer? Has anyone found out?

2 - What exactly needs to be flashed, and how do I ask my dealership
what I'm looking for when I go in?

3 - Has anyone experienced any warranty headaches with this? Logically
I can't see how it would affect it, but I had GM try to void a warranty before
because of a CAI. A console swap is slightly more invasive and deals with the odo.

I am VERY interested in doing this swap as well.

Well I HAVE a new GT cluster and as soon as I have time I'll get it installed. I know the tachometer/speedo/gauges work as is, but I am not sure of the tachometer calibration yet. Y2K Ford isn't the only place that offers this or at this price, but they're closer to me than some of the other dealers who offer on-line sales. If you look around you'll find other dealers around the country that use the same on-line software to market to the internet community. The only other one I checked out had the same basic prices for their parts. And when I did a big order I did order it from an out of state dealer to not pay taxes along with the shipping.

I have been assured that there will be no problem using the GT cluster in a V6. I've not had time to get it to the dealer so they can do the data transfer.

bonkers your driving me bonkers LOL
1. any ford dealer can sell this to you some ask more than others . as far as price , pick up the phone and call!
2. the cpu modual gets flashed you need to order the cluster with the milage on your car as it comes from the factory with that info burned into it. its a simple 10 min deal.
3. its a dealer install so warentee is ok.

hope that helps ! sorry about the price but they all seam to sell them for diff prices. dont forget you need the switch also.

I have read with interest the posts regarding the upgrade from the 4 gauge to 6 gauge instrument cluster. when I called my local ford dealer they said no such option (they useless whenever I ask questions about my 05 GT). Since many of you have done this upgrade if you have a part number for the 6 gauge cluster it would help mewith the dealer as I would really like thisupgrade. Thanks to anyoon who canhelp.

Jim

So the upgraded V6 cluster does not have 6 gauges? I'm confused. I thought the only difference between the V6 and the GT cluster was the speedo was higher on the GT. I also figured the tach would be off on the V6 when using the GT tach, but is there any way to fix that??

I'm just trying to get an accuratehandle on this... is the tach okay or not after going to the GT gauges?

Flapjack,
The interior upgrade gauge cluster has speedo, tach, fuel, water, oil, amp.
My color plus other colors and info center.The IUP also includes aluminum dash panels, shiny rings onthe speedo/tach/air vents,scuff plates and an aluminum badge on the floor mats. Sounds like a good deal for the gauges/info center.
Interior upgrade is $460 on my window sticker.

Cool. I guess the only question left is if the GT tach works correctly or not. If you order through Y2K Ford, they do the flashing for you so you don't need to go to the dealer.

My dealer told me don't waste your money having Ford do the MYCOLOR Upgrade for you!

He said you're better off changing the LCD lights to the color you want.

[sm=lol.gif]

Like others in the thread have stated, it's for more than just the lights....

Flapjack-I put the gt cluster in my v6. It works fine, everything reads as it should. Same plug on the back, same 4 screws. No issues with the tach reading correctly or the speedo being off. I did notice that the mycolor turns the gas gauge red if you run the fuel too low. You can not use a 07 gt cluster, they have TPMS and you will always get a warning unless you have the dealer turn it off.

Boss,



Did you install it yourself? Did you have it relfashed at the dealer or just popped it in andstarted your car?

Awesome! So did you get it from Y2K? From what I understand, they put in your mileage and then send it to you so you don't have to flash.

Can you give me the exact part numbers for the dash and switch so I get it right?

ORIGINAL: boss 244

Flapjack-I put the gt cluster in my v6. It works fine, everything reads as it should. Same plug on the back, same 4 screws. No issues with the tach reading correctly or the speedo being off. I did notice that the mycolor turns the gas gauge red if you run the fuel too low. You can not use a 07 gt cluster, they have TPMS and you will always get a warning unless you have the dealer turn it off.

I guess I've missed it here... but how exactly do you pop out the "where buttons ought to be" area on the left side of the center of the dash above the radio? Screwdriver? Quarter? Kitchen fork??? Inquiring incompetent-with-tools people want to know. :)

very small flat screwdrive on the right side and it pops out put a cloth on the dash also so you dont scratch it

Roger, got it. Thanks!

Thanks for the great info I have and 05 GT and want to upgrade to 6 gauge cluster If you have a part number for this upgrade it would help because my local Ford deales has no idea what i'n talking about. I have my money in my hand ready to spend. Any help you can proved is appreciated.

thanks

I got a price of $243 from Ed at Y2K; my dealer was offering the same unit at $311 and installation at $170. They will install the unit if I get it somewhere else, but I feel like I'd be getting ripped off for $170. Ed says it's a simple swap. I don't know. I'm going to think on it for a while.

im interested in doin this swap, but i need pictures of what to do to swap the one panel for the other please

and can we just sell the one we remove? or does it go back to the site

Ok, I got mine installed, but I'm having a few problems. Some are probably just features, but some are definite problems. Hopefully the others that have done this mod can help me out.

First off, the "feature flaws":

- Beeping while in reverse
- Beeping at 70+ mph


These problems may require me to get this reflashed:

- Speedo seems a bit off compared to speed reported by my GPS (60mph on gauge reads 56-57 on GPS)
- Car seems to hit redline on gauge at 6000rpm even though my redline is set to 6400rpm (Predator log also shows redline at 6400rpm)

What do you guys recommend? I can't remember who it was, but someone specifically said the GT gauge cluster worked just fine on their V6. Obviously, it's not working 100% for me. Any suggestions from the guys that have done this???

Sorry I have been away-- I have the number for the dash switch at home on the bag it came in, but ifyou go to the ford dealer and tell him what you want it's no problem for them to find it on the computer.

Flapjack- My car shifts just where it did with the v6 cluster, I can't tell about the accuracy of the speedo, but in traffic going 70 and 75, that is what my car reads. I would bet that either the GPS is off (which it has to be, so folks can't use them for targeting home made wmd's) Or the speedo has a built in 'range' of accuracy.
The beeping in reverse and beeping at 70 is very odd, none of the 3 GT clusters I have do that.

I got one of my gt clusters from ford (the 07 one)because I work in the design business and the 2 other gt clusters I bought off ebay for 150$ each. So I don't know about the reflashing part.
The one I have in my car now is from a 05 gt, I don't know if it was a stick or auto, reads 30k and works fine.
I would bet that a good ford mechanic could tell you if there are any real operating differences between the two clusters.

I have sold alot of these cluster upgrades to members here some have been able to just plug them in and go, but when they do not work right out of the box(which they shouldn't) take it to your local dealer and have them download the "as-built" info and ALL issue's will be resolved. Sold quite a few of these and NO ONE that haspurchased one from me has been unhappy with the results. It is just so easy of a deal to get this done.:)

Ed

www.fordpartsguy.com (http://www.fordpartsguy.com)

www.discountfordpartsaty2kford.com (http://www.discountfordpartsaty2kford.com)

Thanks, Ed. I guess I'll have to take it in. The beeping happens as soon as I hit 75 and whenever I put it in reverse. I'm not convinced the speedo is off, since it's so slight.... but it definitely seems like the tach is off at high rpms.

How much should I expect to pay for reflashing?

Ford labor times show one hour to install both the cluster and the switch and reflash or down load the as-built info. expect to pay between $65-$100 depending on where you are located.

Ed

hey ed its nice to see you here. you have always been helpful . its been easy to point guys your way. i hope flap can get this worked out.

I thought I better say hi to you guys.

nice to be here, been looking around the site a bit, alot of info here.

sweet ride afixer!

Ed

flapjack I installed the 6 guage cluster my self . I had the same problem with the beeps.I bought my parts frorm Ed Olsen at y2k for as many have have. Per Ed. I took my car to my local dealer an they flashed cluster memory thethr "as build" info and presto beeps are gone. my dealer charged $88 for the service
jims05gt

i have the interior package with the mycolor, and its awesome, but i want to wire the panel so it lights up anytime the ignition is on, instead of just when the lights are on. does anyone know or have access to wiring diagrams that show what triggers the mycolor to turn on?

OK, question to those who have endeavored in this foray and pulled the panel...

I already have the My Color option in my 2006... However, from what this dealer said are the LEDs really replaceable/accessible?

I wondered why they chose RED/GREEN/BLUE instead of RED/YELLOW/BLUE...

If the LEDs are any standard size and replaceable, that would be another cheap upgrade.

Thanks

ORIGINAL: 05MustangSally

My dealer told me don't waste your money having Ford do the MYCOLOR Upgrade for you!

He said you're better off changing the LCD lights to the color you want.

[sm=lol.gif]

ORIGINAL: takotruckin

i have the interior package with the mycolor, and its awesome, but i want to wire the panel so it lights up anytime the ignition is on, instead of just when the lights are on. does anyone know or have access to wiring diagrams that show what triggers the mycolor to turn on?


I'm not sure, but if you want a wiring diagram send me your email address i'll send you the diagram, maybe that will help you out a little.


Ed

parts@y2kford.com

Do the color guages not light up always like the "normal" guages?

when the headlights arent on they just light up a white/gray color

when you buy the cluster do they ask for your current miles? do they send it to you with your miles on it? or does you computer say how many miles you have?

Red Green Blue are the three colors that make up everything you see on you're television. By mixing together those three colors you can make any color you want. However, when they only give you 5 levels (with no 0 option) of each color it doesn't allow for as much differentiation, which is why a lot of the colors are light blue and so forth.

I want to put this option into my 05 GT. I was wondering if it mattered if you put a used cluster in, would it have to be re-flashed or would it work without? I would also like more information regarding the re-flash I keep reading about. Is it as simple as removing the battery cable?

Hey Guys - that's good news that some will work w/o the as built info. Has anyone else had success not having do download the as-built info?

For those that want to do the upgrade, Ed has switched dealerships but still great to deal with. Call him at Parr Ford:

360-616-6749

Ok here is something I've been meaning to ask but have always forgotten about. My v6 is an 05 and it has the mycolor option...I was under the impression that mycolor came out in 2006? is this correct? Did the person before me have it added or was mycolor an option for 05 v6's as well?

ORIGINAL: afixer

another highly inteligent comment from the crowd. actuall when i got my car you couldnt get the IUP due to the lawsuit. plus i dont like the aluminum dash it looks lame in my opinion and it dont go with my black yellow theme. all that aluminum takes away from the retro look.


What lawsuit? Or did you mention it in your rambling post that I stopped reading? LOL

I tried to call Ed Olsen at Millennium Ford in Seattle WA and was told he doesn't work there anymore. For those who have been thinking of adding my color, 6 gauge instrument cluster, with message center, Millennium Ford doesn't do any ordering anymore. My local Ford dealer would order the parts but $345 for the instrument panel and a $300 non refundable core charge... I was toldby the dealertoget the $300 back, I would have to turn in the same used instrument panel... not one without the message center and 4 instruments.

Does anyone know of another dealer that will?
Thanks in advance.

I guess you didn't see my post 2 posts up:

For those that want to do the upgrade, Ed has switched dealerships but still great to deal with. Call him at Parr Ford:

360-616-6749

Thanks Ponypit... I did miss it. I'll call him tomorrow.

I'm having mine installed right now and the dealer can't get the tire sensor to work with the new cluster. He's flashed the over and over and it just doesn't work. Unless they can do it soon, I'm probably going to have to put the old one back in.

What a waste of money if it doesn't work.