I've done some searching and I'm a little unclear about this. Most of the stuff I read was referring to the Promaster City. I understand there is Rostra aftermarket cruise control available but I'm wondering if I can add factory cruise control? It looks like I would have to remove the entire column that has the light switch as well as the wiper switch. Then I need to replace it with the column that includes the cruise switch on it. I'm wondering if anyone has done this and if the wires are there to connect everything and make it work. I have a 2016 2500 159'' and it did not come with CC. Thank you for the help.
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Read this thread... https://www.promasterforum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=35722
I did the Rostra install after a few others on the forum did... On a full size Promaster, it's an easy install and looks and performs EXACTLY like a factory installed system.
EXCEPT...Not sure if the factory cruise control has an indicator on the dash when it's engaged, but the Rostra doesn't, but that's the only feature I'd like that the Rostra doesn't have.
There is only 1 wire to solder, and I explain an idea on how to make it a bit easier in the aforementioned thread. All the other wires are just plugged in!
... and you don't take a lot of parts apart to do it.
I did the Rostra install after a few others on the forum did... On a full size Promaster, it's an easy install and looks and performs EXACTLY like a factory installed system.
EXCEPT...Not sure if the factory cruise control has an indicator on the dash when it's engaged, but the Rostra doesn't, but that's the only feature I'd like that the Rostra doesn't have.
There is only 1 wire to solder, and I explain an idea on how to make it a bit easier in the aforementioned thread. All the other wires are just plugged in!
... and you don't take a lot of parts apart to do it.
I have to ask... why would you not get the Rostra kit?
It looks exactly like the factory version, installs in the same place on the column, and works the same way. It does not requires a visit to the dealer to enable it (if they are willing and able.) The wiring is all plug and play except for one wire, which is easily soldered (see my post for link to installation.) Less parts to take apart and put back together, no search for the (maybe) correct parts at a salvage yard, no chance of messing with any of the other wires in the column (like radio controls, etc.) and probably less expensive to buy than all the factory parts and wiring.
I was going to list pros and cons, but I couldn't think if any cons!
It looks exactly like the factory version, installs in the same place on the column, and works the same way. It does not requires a visit to the dealer to enable it (if they are willing and able.) The wiring is all plug and play except for one wire, which is easily soldered (see my post for link to installation.) Less parts to take apart and put back together, no search for the (maybe) correct parts at a salvage yard, no chance of messing with any of the other wires in the column (like radio controls, etc.) and probably less expensive to buy than all the factory parts and wiring.
I was going to list pros and cons, but I couldn't think if any cons!
Is this "Fred's Rule"?
In previous discussions, there are those who use it on hills and those who don't. I wouldn't describe the Promaster engine as "weak"...it's the same engine used in many of FCA's cars, including police cars, the Challenger and Charger. (Yep, I'm a Mopar fan) Plenty of HP and torque. Weak? with a 4,680-pound maximum payload and towing capacity of up to 6,910 pounds?
To quote BavarianBoy from a post about 5 years ago, "The ProMaster is a Italian car like Ferrari or Lamborghini.
It shifts not "aggressive", it shifts sporty"
In previous discussions, there are those who use it on hills and those who don't. I wouldn't describe the Promaster engine as "weak"...it's the same engine used in many of FCA's cars, including police cars, the Challenger and Charger. (Yep, I'm a Mopar fan) Plenty of HP and torque. Weak? with a 4,680-pound maximum payload and towing capacity of up to 6,910 pounds?
To quote BavarianBoy from a post about 5 years ago, "The ProMaster is a Italian car like Ferrari or Lamborghini.
It shifts not "aggressive", it shifts sporty"
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