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I read about 30 pages of the "hidden feature" thread and decided to register :)

Just bought a 2004 1500, 4X4, quad cab, 5.7 Hemi, "SLT" with 32k original miles. First thing I did is change out the original cookie batter coolant, thermostat, some belts, and hoses. I'm excited because it's the first truck I've had since I traded in my 07 Tacoma on a 11 Challenger. Main use will be duck hunting trips and general household hauling.

Hoping to kill multiple birds with one stone here but can ask these questions in the correct sections if need be.

*Anyone changed out their headlights? Mine are starting to fog from the inside. Best place to get them? Rock Auto? Amazon ?
* Recommendations on REAR seat covers? I have front ones already and I'm looking for some cheap rear ones
*Any other hidden features I should look for besides the storage under the front middle seat? Tried the remote window roll down but looks like my truck does not have that.
*Paint is starting to go under the headlights on the front bumper. Any tips to stop it from peeling?
*Any other advice?

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xtremewlr

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How in the hell did you find on 04 with only 32k miles on it???

And welcome!
 
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How in the hell did you find on 04 with only 32k miles on it???

And welcome!

Looked for about 3 months on Craigslist. Saw this one, ironically about 4 blocks from my dads house. Turned out an older gentleman had purchased it new and spent the last 7-8 years with health problems and could not drive. It just sat in front of his house.

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I read about 30 pages of the "hidden feature" thread and decided to register :)

Just bought a 2004 1500, 4X4, quad cab, 5.7 Hemi, "SLT" with 32k original miles. First thing I did is change out the original cookie batter coolant, thermostat, some belts, and hoses. I'm excited because it's the first truck I've had since I traded in my 07 Tacoma on a 11 Challenger. Main use will be duck hunting trips and general household hauling.

Hoping to kill multiple birds with one stone here but can ask these questions in the correct sections if need be.

*Anyone changed out their headlights? Mine are starting to fog from the inside. Best place to get them? Rock Auto? Amazon ?
* Recommendations on REAR seat covers? I have front ones already and I'm looking for some cheap rear ones
*Any other hidden features I should look for besides the storage under the front middle seat? Tried the remote window roll down but looks like my truck does not have that.
*Paint is starting to go under the headlights on the front bumper. Any tips to stop it from peeling?
*Any other advice?

o1HArTzl.jpg
Can you take a photo of the clear coat peeling under the headlights. For advise on this particular issue, join Autopia and or AUTOGEEKONLINE. All the detailing knowledge you could ever desire

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That's insane finding a gem like that. I bought my headlights on eBay had them for about a year now there tinted. Quality was just like oem
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Hi flow cat/flowmaster exhaust
7 inch lift/5 inch lift
20 inch falken wildpeak at3/33's
 

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Welcome and congrats on the find
 
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Can you take a photo of the clear coat peeling under the headlights. For advise on this particular issue, join Autopia and or AUTOGEEKONLINE. All the detailing knowledge you could ever desire

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Here ya are. Just starting to go. Passenger side slightly worse.

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KIDRR

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That's insane finding a gem like that. I bought my headlights on eBay had them for about a year now there tinted. Quality was just like oem
765f2b73c1a82e7217ebd5ca1d584c8a.jpg



4.7 v8
Hi flow cat/flowmaster exhaust
7 inch lift/5 inch lift
20 inch falken wildpeak at3/33's

Thanks. What brand? I'm looking for stock clear ones.
 

02ramboi

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Thanks. What brand? I'm looking for stock clear ones.



Oh ok yeah I can tell you the brand when I get home


4.7 v8
Hi flow cat/flowmaster exhaust
7 inch lift/5 inch lift
20 inch falken wildpeak at3/33's
 

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Nice. My 08 had 68k when I bought it. At 80k now, welcome to the forum!


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Congrats and welcome.


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I have a white 2004 DODGE RAM and I do have this problem but I detail my truck weekly

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Thanks for the warm welcome, everyone. Any suggestions on rear seat covers? Something cheap my hunting dog can ride on :)
 

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Ever thought about a wool blanket for the rear seat?

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