Why I carry a Zoleo Satellite Communicator

TrailJustin · 2025-12-17T07:13:33+00:00

When I was shopping for my truck one of the things I didn't settle on was wanting the 14in screen. BUT, I was still looking at SR5 packages that only had the 8in screen because I found out you can swap out the screen. NOW! I am not talking about some after market android base screen that doesn't implement well with the truck. To my surprise a OEM Toyota 14in screen is plug and play into the truck. The screens are not VIN tied or need to be unlocked or reprogram. They just plug in. But there is a catch to that. If you truck did not come with the 14 in screen it does not have the volume knob on the dash. Now the steering wheel buttons DO work and you can modify the dash. Lets get into it. First this is the video I watched where the dude actually did it. Parts List: Screen - 86100-0C360 Volume Knob - 86128-AN020 Switch and Volume Assembly - 86170-0C010 Things you need to know: The screen is easiest found on Ebay for around $800. Make sure you pay attached to JBL vs no JBL depending on what you have inside of your truck. Also you want to make sure you get one with the vents on the side. If not you need to modify you existing vents which isn't fun this makes it even more plug an play. You can simply remove the dash assembly where the volume knob is supposed to be. You are able to use a step bit like in the video to add the volume knob and switch and the wiring is already there. People even say there is a marking were you need to drill. Also please if you do there add your photos below. Also check to make sure it all turns on before putting the dash back together.

TrailJustin

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Sunday at 5:53 AM

I spend a lot of time off the grid in the pack county. Living and outdoor life style of hunting, fishing, and camping. Sad to say I have also had my share of close encounters in situations that were not so great. With that being said I invested into a Zoleo communicator to carry with me. Yes there are similar products on the market but let me give an over view of why I like this one.

1. GPS+ tracking - this thing tracks my movements and sends and update every 5 minutes to my wife where I am. This is often when I am hiking ponds for ducks or deer.
2. Normal Phone Texting - I am not limited on pre sent messages. I am able to use the app on my phone to have a full conversation.
3. Cell Signal + Satellite - This devices when it has cell signal it will use that if not it switches to satellite seamlessly. What this means is my communication method does not change the device changes for me.
4. SOS - If you ever have to use the SOS function you are able to chat with someone on the other side to diagnosis the problem before help is dispatched so the level of response can be judged.

I have had this device for ever a year now and I carry it every day in my pack. This is because in a grid down scenario this will also be helpful to have if the cell towers go down. This is all part of a chain I try to keep of being prepared for situations.

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