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SmokedRam

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Not sure I posted a build thread over here, so figured I'd go ahead and do so.

So here goes.....

Truck specs:



2005 Ram 1500 SLT

Regular Cab/Short Bed

Mineral Grey



Pics the day I bought it:

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Pic from a week or so after I bought it, note that the steps and chrome bug shield have been removed:

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MOD#1: ditching the stock chrome headlights for some black/chrome ones:

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MOD#2, I modded the stock antenna down, it is now also painted black:

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nice. coming along pretty good
 
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MOD #3, took the stock air intake tube, replaced it with an AirAid MIT and put in a K&N drop in...

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MOD#4, 5 and 6...tinted tails, color matched grille and mostly debadged tailgate!

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Ordered my trucks build sheet...

Dear Adam:
Thank you for contacting the Dodge Customer Assistance Center.
We are pleased to provide vehicle build information per your request.
According to our records, your vehicle was equipped from the factory
with the following:
VIN 1D7HA16N25J563048
Vehicle Description DODGE RAM SLT 1500 REG. CAB PICKUP
Model Year 2005
Body Model DR 1 H 61
Sales Code --- Description
*M9 Cloth 40/20/40 Prem Bench Seat
-L5 Taupe
AHC Trailer Tow Group
APAS Monotone Paint
A82P 4.7L Eng (EVA)/5Spd A/T 5-45Rfe(DGQ)
BAZS 136 Amp Alternator
BCQP 750 Amp Maintenance Free Battery
BRRS 4 Wheel Disc Rr Anti-Lock Brakes
CBEP 40/20/40 Split Bench Seat
CGDS Front Height Adjust Shoulder Belts
CGZS Passenger Air Bag On/Off Switch
CG1S Next Gen Multistage Front Air Bags**
CKES Front Seat Area Carpet
CLAS Front Floor Mats
CSPS Passenger Assist Handle
CUSS Overhead Console w/Trip Computer
CU3S Behind the Seat Storage / Bin
CVHP Front Center Seat Cushion Storage
DGQ 5-Spd Automatic 545RFE Transmission
DHAP Lock-Up Torque Converter
DMH 3.92 Rear Axle Ratio
DRBS Corporate 9.25 LD Rear Axle
DSA Anti-Spin Differential Rear Axle
EAGC Gas Engine
EVA 4.7L V8 MPI Engine
GACS Tinted Glass Windows
GJDS Rear Fixed Window
GNK Rear View Auto Dim Mirror
GNMS Passenger Side Sun Visor w/Mirror
GTSS Power Heated Mirrors, Fold-Away
GXMS Remote Keyless Entry
HAAS Air Conditioning
HGBS Dash Liner Insulation
HGFS Floor Tunnel Insulation
I29S Route 29 - UP, Council Bluffs, IA
JAYS Instrument Cluster w/Tach
JCBS 120 MPH Primary Speedometer
JHAS Var Intermittent Windshield Wipers
JJAS Cigar Lighter
JJBS Dual Note Electric Horns
JJJS 12V Auxiliary Power Outlet
JPBS Power Locks
JPDS Power Windows, Driver One-Touch
JRDP Power Driver Seat
JTHP Power 6-Way Driver Seat
K1XP STRIPE/BADGE/MOLDING/COLOR
LBCS Glove Box Lamp
LMAS Halogen Headlamps
LNJ Fog Lamps
LPES Cargo Lamp
MBFS Bright Rear Bumper
MCMS Body Color Upper Fascia
MCTS Bright Front Bumper
MDAS Front License Plate Bracket
MFDS Bright Grille
MGAS Ram's Head Badge
MTDS SLT Badge
MWDS Removable Tailgate w/Caliper Latches
MXBS Front Air Dam
MXCS Front Bumper Sight Shields
NAS 50 State Emissions
NBKP EVAP Control System
NBQP Federal Tier 2, Bin 10A Emissions
NFWS 26 Gallon Fuel Tank
NHBP Auxiliary Transmission Oil Cooler
NHMS Speed Control
NMCP Heavy Duty Engine Cooling
NZDP Next Generation Engine Controller
PDMA Mineral Gray Met. Clear Coat
RAZ AM/FM Cassette Compact Disc Radio
RCKP Infinity Speakers
RDDP Fixed Long Mast Antenna
SBAS Power Rack and Pinion Steering
SCV Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
SFBS Front Heavy Duty Shock Absorbers
SGBS Rear Heavy Duty Shock Absorbers
SHAS Front Stabilizer Bar
SUAS Tilt Steering Column
TBBS Full Size Spare Tire
TBMS Tire Carrier Winch
TTJP P275/60R20 BSW All Season Tires
TZAP Goodyear Brand Tires
WF3 20X9.0 Aluminum Polished Wheels
WGAP 20" Steel Spare Wheel
WLZC All Aluminum Wheels
WMJP Center Hub
XA8S Non Adjustable Pedals
XBSS Pickup Box
XFHP Class IV Receiver Hitch
XFKP 7 Pin Wiring Harness
XFUS Trailer Tow w/4-Pin Connector Wiring
XJL Front Hood Protection Shield
YAAS Build To U.S. Mkt. Specifications
ZARP Spring - Left Rear
ZDEP Spring - Left Front
ZNRP Spring - Right Rear
ZSDP Spring - Right Front
5I2S Two Wheel Drive (2WD)/(4X2)
5ZES 6 FT. Cargo Box
5ZJS Regular Cab
5ZLS 1500 Series
5ZWS DR-Vehicle Family
Thanks again for your email.
Sincerely,
Tony
Customer Service Representative
Dodge Customer Assistance Center
 
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Mod#8 and 9...Taking the chrome diamond plate bed rails off, ordered some black ABS Smooth Wade caps, they are being shipped as we speak and have a black soft tonneau sitting in the shed to install with the new bed rail caps

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5.7L Hemi Sport
Looks great so far! The color matched grill really changes up the appearance of the front end and makes it look so much better!! Very clean looking truck :)
 
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SmokedRam is going in the shop on Friday...having the stock exhaust yanked out, and having a si/do Flowmaster 40 series installed and dumped....will post sound clips when done.
 

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Engine
5.9l CTD
nothing but clean-cut, good mods done!. nice work!
 
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Updated post #9 with pics...thought I added them, but I guess I forgot.
 
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My bud, Bad Habit (Jay) gave me his Flowmaster 40 series. Had it welded on today, and dumped...

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