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  1. Rsorrell2

    SnugTop Can

    I purchased a Snugtop GB Sport and I like the shape and that they matched the color. However, just wanted to let people know that there are a few quality issues. First when they trimmed the bottoms they did not paint/touch up the bottom edges (so white on a red truck and cap). Luckily I had...
  2. Rsorrell2

    Plastic dipped the grill

    Used frog tape and a can of black plastic dip from wal-Mart. Just needed to reduce the amount of chrome in the front. I think it gives it a better look. Was cheaper and easier than replacing the grill.
  3. Rsorrell2

    Exhaust header crack - me too

    Count me in as one of those that has a ******* exhaust header with just 31,000 miles and most of those are highway (couple of cross country trips). They finally have the parts - only took a month. Now to drop it off for 2 days or so.
  4. Rsorrell2

    2 cents on glasscleaner

    There are a lot of glass cleaners out there (windex, invisible glass, armorall, rain x, etc.) and I have probably tried most of them. but I have found that using windshield washed fluid ($2-$3 a gallon) works just as well, is cheaper and since it means you need a spray bottle to use and you...
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    Changed fake wood to carbon fiber

    2020 Laramie and it came with that fake looking wood grain on the doors, the cup holders on the console and the top of the dash. I purchased from vinyl.com the Avery Dennison SW900 supreme wrapping film. the dash piece comes off if you remove the 2 screws (just pull up the rubber mat) and the...
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    Added engine and tranny skid plate

    Added engine and tranny skid plate from Dethloff man. i have the 4x4 off-road package but for some reason FCA does not think you need a skid plate for the engine. not just for off reading but in case you run over something on the road. simple and easy install. complete package.
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    Hydro wet seal

    It is that time of year when it gets nasty out but we still like to keep our rides looking good. I am NOT affiliated with this product but use it and it works. Not as good as waxing but a lot less effort and time. hydro wet seal
  8. Rsorrell2

    eTorque hood badges

    I know some here are not happy with their eTorque RAMs but I like mine, especially sitting at a long light. So why not show whatbit so I decided to switch out the existing hood badges with the 2021 ones. very easy swap. I gently pried up from the bottom (there are only 2 clips on the bottom...
  9. Rsorrell2

    TRX Rear tow hooks

    It looks like the TRX has rear tow hooks. Tow Hook - Mopar (68462886ab) I wonder if they would fit on a 2020 model? I have the 4x4 off road and these would be nice to have
  10. Rsorrell2

    Cab spoiler

    Added a cab spoiler , here is the before and an after. Took about 20 minutes, very easy install. Bought from CarId.
  11. Rsorrell2

    Added Hella horns to existing

    Added a set of Hella horns to the existing factory pair and what a difference. Now people can hear them. basically removed the radiator shroud/cover (just 12 plastic pop rivets, easy to remove and replace). Then you can see the 2 existing factory horns and the two wires. I stripped some of...
  12. Rsorrell2

    Uconnect Wifi

    Not sure if anyone else has this issue but I was having issues connecting to the uconnect WiFi in the truck (apps - WiFi) i have t-mobile as my provider and I have found there the coverage can be spotty at times. recently was camping in northern CA (Humbolt area before being chased away by the...
  13. Rsorrell2

    Performance Intakes

    Mishimoto does a great job of myth busting about Performance intakes I for one did put a CAI (cold air intske) on my 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and I wish I had read this first. Not only saved some money but feeling foolish that it would improve my mileage and I thought pick up and go. again I...
  14. Rsorrell2

    Fiat Chrysler is recalling over 186,000 Ram pickups

    From CBS News Fiat Chrysler is recalling over 186,000 Ram pickups and is telling owners to take them to dealers because the floor mats can interfere with the gas pedals. The recall covers certain 2019 and 2020 model year trucks with factory-installed mats, mainly in North America. The company...
  15. Rsorrell2

    Ram Unceremoniously Ditches 'Laramie' from Longhorn Name

    Check this out Ram ditches Laramie Bighorn name According to Mopar Insiders, Ram is officially dropping the Laramie name from the Laramie Longhorn trim of the Ram 1500 pickup-truck to rebrand its luxury truck offerings. The top-level trim Ram 1500 will still be the Limited trim, with the Laramie...
  16. Rsorrell2

    Spare tire

    Have been doing a lot of driving and decided to check the spare. picked the truck end of April and thought/assumed that the Dealer would have checked it, but it was 10 pounds low. however, my biggest surprise was that it had a totally different rim first pic is the rim that is on the truck...
  17. Rsorrell2

    Dumb oil question

    What is the difference between full synthetic and premium synthetic? seems FCA/dealer are asking $20.00 more for premium synthetic vs full synthetic oil changes. I know that there are blends but I did not realize that there is a premium synthetic? I am going with a dealer oil and filter...
  18. Rsorrell2

    Catch Can believer

    I was more than a little skeptical about whether there is a need for a catch can, but now I am a believer. i bought and installed the mishimoto catch can. 2020 Laramie 4x4 with off road package and 3.92 gears and just drove coast to coast to coast (San Diego to Nags Head and back, to see the...
  19. Rsorrell2

    12.4 screen display and rain sense

    Does anyone else have the issue where the wipers come on (rain sense) and the display darkens and when the rain stops it takes forever to come back to normal brightness? Mine during the day when it darkens you can’t see anything on the display, so I have reached down and forced brightness...
  20. Rsorrell2

    Maintenance wuestion

    I am a new RAM owner and first time Heim owner and I am more confused than normal. first where in the manual is the maintenance for the first 2 years? my manual (page 365) shows a chart that starts at 2 years and goes up. i know it states: Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change...
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