maitai11
Member
Hey Fellas,
I've got a 2014 Ram SLT 1500 4x4 with a 5.7 Hemi with 50K miles on it.
I'm beyond happy to have a great truck like this, but I'm sure as many of you know, the pride and satisfaction of performing upgrades is a highly desirable pursuit to some people - and I'm excited to begin! However, as a couple of you might know, I'm just now finishing up a masters degree, and I can't start until another month or so.
But I wanted to share some of the things I'd like to do because, even though I'm aware that guides on this site exist (You guys are the best,) I kind of want to do a lot, and so I just want to bounce it off someone to see if perhaps there's a certain order I should be doing these upgrades in. Here goes
1. Premium Cluster (Hoping this isn't pulling the whole dash off.)
2. Leather Steering Wheel (do the 2014 models have a spline locating tab so the wheel goes back on straight?)
3. Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Should I buy the whole steering wheel/audio setup as a single unit if possible?)
4. Backup Camera (I have no idea what this entails, yet.)
4a. Those are most of the tech updates I'd like to do. I believe I have the 5.1 UConnect...I haven't really had the chance to truly look at the bigger stereo display...but I may upgrade this component, although I probably won't go for the top infotainment system.
5. I'd like a bed cover/toolbox combo. Anyone have a suggestion? I'm thinking I want an electric retractable setup...but not sure if I'm willing to spend $2,500 to get one. I really need to think this one through and would appreciate any feedback about pros/cons.
6. I want to level the front to match the back...any preference for kits here? I still have to measure.
7. I would like fisheye mirrors for my side views...can anyone recommend a good maker?
8. Any good mirror to clip on or somehow attach to my sun visors? Mine don't have mirrors
9. WeatherTech: I went ahead and got front and back liners, mud flaps, window weather deflectors, and bug/rock deflector for the front. Love it!
10. I will be installing leather upholstery, probably with a kit from leatherseats.com. Leather was the one thing I wanted, but didn't get when I originally bought the truck. I plan on installing the heated seat option when I do.
Guys, I know this is a long list...if you want to comment on only certain things, please feel free to go by the numbers if it helps you. The main thing I needed was the first four items, and if I should do one thing before the other, do it a certain way, etc.
I know your time is valuable, so thank you in advance for not only reading, but also commenting if you have the time. Anyone who comments is tops, in my book.
OK, back to class!
Best,
Maitai
I've got a 2014 Ram SLT 1500 4x4 with a 5.7 Hemi with 50K miles on it.
I'm beyond happy to have a great truck like this, but I'm sure as many of you know, the pride and satisfaction of performing upgrades is a highly desirable pursuit to some people - and I'm excited to begin! However, as a couple of you might know, I'm just now finishing up a masters degree, and I can't start until another month or so.
But I wanted to share some of the things I'd like to do because, even though I'm aware that guides on this site exist (You guys are the best,) I kind of want to do a lot, and so I just want to bounce it off someone to see if perhaps there's a certain order I should be doing these upgrades in. Here goes
1. Premium Cluster (Hoping this isn't pulling the whole dash off.)
2. Leather Steering Wheel (do the 2014 models have a spline locating tab so the wheel goes back on straight?)
3. Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Should I buy the whole steering wheel/audio setup as a single unit if possible?)
4. Backup Camera (I have no idea what this entails, yet.)
4a. Those are most of the tech updates I'd like to do. I believe I have the 5.1 UConnect...I haven't really had the chance to truly look at the bigger stereo display...but I may upgrade this component, although I probably won't go for the top infotainment system.
5. I'd like a bed cover/toolbox combo. Anyone have a suggestion? I'm thinking I want an electric retractable setup...but not sure if I'm willing to spend $2,500 to get one. I really need to think this one through and would appreciate any feedback about pros/cons.
6. I want to level the front to match the back...any preference for kits here? I still have to measure.
7. I would like fisheye mirrors for my side views...can anyone recommend a good maker?
8. Any good mirror to clip on or somehow attach to my sun visors? Mine don't have mirrors
9. WeatherTech: I went ahead and got front and back liners, mud flaps, window weather deflectors, and bug/rock deflector for the front. Love it!
10. I will be installing leather upholstery, probably with a kit from leatherseats.com. Leather was the one thing I wanted, but didn't get when I originally bought the truck. I plan on installing the heated seat option when I do.
Guys, I know this is a long list...if you want to comment on only certain things, please feel free to go by the numbers if it helps you. The main thing I needed was the first four items, and if I should do one thing before the other, do it a certain way, etc.
I know your time is valuable, so thank you in advance for not only reading, but also commenting if you have the time. Anyone who comments is tops, in my book.
OK, back to class!
Best,
Maitai