Soon to be 2020 Rebel owner

[MaxCarnage]

Hello,

Figured I'd start a thread and say hi. If everything works out I'll be taking delivery of a 20' Rebel crew cab this coming Monday. It's bright white with black leather 5.7 with etorque. Rebel 1 package, trailer/tow group, leather package, 12" screen with nav, 9 speakers w/ sub, and remote start.

For awhile I was considering the eco-diesel, but I prefer the sound of the hemi and read a lot of bad reviews about the gen 1 and gen 2 eco-diesel.

I plan on doing some mods to start and some over the course of ownership:
Tint
Ceramic coat and partial PPF (front end)
Rear wheel house liners (I believe the truck doesn't have them, so I'm going to add them, how this is even an option and not standard lol).
Gatorback mud flaps
Mopar off-road running boards
Ram-air CAI
Mopar catback exhaust

Any other worthwhile mod suggestions? I'm not looking for power mods (Doing the CAI/Exhaust for sound preference). Other than that if there is anything important I should be aware of, let me know. Looking forward to owning this truck. I've always been a car guy, but after driving the new 5th gens they are just awesome!

 

[HKJShawabkah]

Only thing I can say is enjoy it , I’ve had mine for 3 months now , ripping it in the dessert, on off-road trails and all I can say is wow!!


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[Skater]

Welcome to the forum.

CarPlay2Air and Hellwig rear sway bar. Two must have upgrades in my opinion; then, of course, there is a tonneau if you plan on keeping any goodies in the bed over night. You may find the Hellwig on Amazon cheaper, but watch shipping costs. It is heavy.

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[MaxCarnage]

Welcome to the forum.

CarPlay2Air and Hellwig rear sway bar. Two must have upgrades in my opinion; then, of course, there is a tonneau if you plan on keeping any goodies in the bed over night. You may find the Hellwig on Amazon cheaper, but watch shipping costs. It is heavy.

CPLAY2air wireless adapter for factory CarPlay on CARPLAY2air.com

Connect wirelessly to your factory Carplay in your Audi, VW, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo or Porsche vehicle what was not possible before. Wired Android auto module inside. Convert wired CarPlay connection to the wireless one!

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Products - Hellwig Products

www.hellwigproducts.com

I was likely going to get a Tonneau cover too, just forgot it on the list lol. I'll look into those other mods, thanks!

 

[Americantruck04]

@MaxCarnage this might be out of budget but this is what I want https://diamondbackcovers.com/products/diamondbackhd

 

[THEBLU3SER]

You're going to love it! Have had my black on black Rebel for 2 months and can't think of life without it! Already put tint and Borla ATAK exhaust on it. Have Mopar CAI on the way. Enjoy it!

 

[Savage_Doc]

Welcome and enjoy your truck!

 

[silverWS6]

Not sure if yours will have LED interior lights but that's definitely an upgrade I'm glad I did. Its inexpensive too!

 

[MaxCarnage]

Thanks everyone! I bought it Monday, and I'm getting it back today from Ceramic coating and PPF. I'll try and post some pictures when I can.

 

[CaptainCJ35]

Congrats! You'll love it!

 

[MaxCarnage]

Fits well in the garage! So far I love this truck and the ceramic coating made it all that much nicer! Did PPF to the hood, fenders, headlights, and rockers. Next stop, tint! Enjoy the pictures!

 

[ocguy73]

Hello,

Figured I'd start a thread and say hi. If everything works out I'll be taking delivery of a 20' Rebel crew cab this coming Monday. It's bright white with black leather 5.7 with etorque. Rebel 1 package, trailer/tow group, leather package, 12" screen with nav, 9 speakers w/ sub, and remote start.

For awhile I was considering the eco-diesel, but I prefer the sound of the hemi and read a lot of bad reviews about the gen 1 and gen 2 eco-diesel.

I plan on doing some mods to start and some over the course of ownership:
Tint
Ceramic coat and partial PPF (front end)
Rear wheel house liners (I believe the truck doesn't have them, so I'm going to add them, how this is even an option and not standard lol).
Gatorback mud flaps
Mopar off-road running boards
Ram-air CAI
Mopar catback exhaust

Any other worthwhile mod suggestions? I'm not looking for power mods (Doing the CAI/Exhaust for sound preference). Other than that if there is anything important I should be aware of, let me know. Looking forward to owning this truck. I've always been a car guy, but after driving the new 5th gens they are just awesome!

Excellent Choice of Rebel! Congratulations! Worth every penny! I have a bright white Crew cab Rebel 5.7 E torque, and absolutely LOVE it. Really comfortable, quality built truck

 

[Wheeler]

Congratulations! If still looking for a Tonneau cover hit Luke at Truck Alterations. Can't beat his price and customer service.

 

[RT75]

Beautiful! I just picked up my rebel as well. I am curious to what coating you went with? Thanks

 

[DeckArtist]

Congrats....another Rebel owner! These trucks are very nice and barring my ability to own a TRX, my next truck will be a Rebel also.

 

[MaxCarnage]

Beautiful! I just picked up my rebel as well. I am curious to what coating you went with? Thanks

I went with a company called Ceramic Pro, so whatever product they use. They use Kavaca PPF.

 

[MaxCarnage]

Congrats....another Rebel owner! These trucks are very nice and barring my ability to own a TRX, my next truck will be a Rebel also.

I looked at a TRX and I could have gotten one eventually (too many mark ups at the time and I won't pay MSRP or above), but decided I wouldn't use it in the dunes like its meant to. Instead decided to split my goals a bit and bought the Rebel and a Can-Am Maverik X3 Turbo for dunes and trails. More suspension travel than the TRX, can fit in smaller areas and much lighter! Plus it's a fraction of the cost. Gives me a new hobby toy to tinker with too. I also prefer turbos over superchargers.

 

[RT75]

I went with a company called Ceramic Pro, so whatever product they use. They use Kavaca PPF.

I got my truck back today... looked great... on way home debris hit hood...I am still hoping the dent isnt too bad to take out and only the ppf is all that needs to be replaced

 

[MaxCarnage]

A little update and amendment to my top post. After doing some research I've modified my plans a bit.

I've installed the Mopar wheel house liners, a truxedo soft cover for the bed, and I'll be getting in Tyger blade running boards tomorrow. I love Mopar stuff, but can't justify the price half the time when other stuff can be better or the same and a lot cheaper! I have my appointed for tinting this Friday! Likely going 20-25%

The only things left on my list are:
Borla S Type Catback Exhaust (decided against the Mopar)
Ram air CAI (The one Mopar item I really like).

After those two mods I'm leaving the rest of it alone (because I love it as is). Also so I can focus on modding my sxs!

 

[MaxCarnage]

I got my truck back today... looked great... on way home debris hit hood...I am still hoping the dent isnt too bad to take out and only the ppf is all that needs to be replaced

The PPF should minimize the damage and it should pop out pretty easy if it is on a flat surface. Black looks amazing! I've always loved black, just hate cleaning it! lol. Ceramic coating will help a ton though! I wasn't sure how much difference it would make with a color like white, but I was impressed it really brings any color out!