So I just bought this 96 Dodge Ram B2500 van from a friend and it needs a bit of love and one of the things I couldn't get working was the radio. The factory one doesn't work but neither does this aftermarket one I have. I made sure the harness on the radio was wired correctly and I replaced the blown fuse but still no power to the radio. Any recommendations? I think the guy that owned it prior to me had an amp hooked up at one point but I don't know if that would affect what's going on with it now. Any help would be appreciated

Valeria

 

Welcome to DF! You want to visit the Ram Van section.

Is your stock radio the Infinity version by any chance?

 

Moved to the Ram van section.

 

I am not sure. It doesn't say what it is. I know the model number is P04858500 if that helps. I can't get any radio to work in the van which is why I'm starting to wonder if it's an issue with the wire harness

 

You need to get a meter and start checking why you are not getting power to the radio.

 

purchase a cheap VOM meter from a hardware store or Harbor Freight for less than $10. Use it to probe wire connections to find out which are supplying 12V. You must have the right tool... you cannot work with electric without a meter. You can always purchase small fuse "extenders", which will push into your fuse box and give you a spot to connect a new wire to an existing fuse to provide power to any radio. Try to enlist a friend's help that can teach you something about how to use a meter and work with electricity. If you are near Cincinnati PM me and I will help