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Which gets me thinking, could a modern touch screen be installed into a vintage pickup?

"modern" stereos have been being installed in vehicles since they came out. Having the dash look stock is not going to happen since touch screens weren't available back then. I'm sure you have seen many customs (sema) with touch screens in the dash. Custom installation but can be done. I get people wanting to keep the dash 100% stock but on the other hand want convenience of access to stereo etc. A touch screen will have gps and the stereo. A flip style unit if space is an issue. It comes down to your decision.