Dave's 21 PW Build Thread

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For those of you who did not get the bed utility group option here is the part number for the bed step if your looking to upgrade: 82215842AH. I ran the Amp bed step on my 2016 Ram 2500 and I loved it as well, both of the step options are quality. Normally, I would suggest aftermarket 95% of the time, but the factory bed step is actually well built and fits underneath the bumper perfectly. The amp step will be wider however, you will not get the additional kick out plate that the factory one comes with. It definitely comes in handy when deploying it.

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Really easy install, I give it a 1 out of 5 star difficulty rating. Held in by four bolts, took maybe 20 mins tops.
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Next up is a medical kit from My Medic. I searched around for awhile and I couldn't find a med bag that I liked, most looked cheap and too tacticool for my taste. I was originally going to buy a bag and stuff it with all the goodies I needed but my searching led me to My Medic's Myfak kit. The kit already comes pre-packed with 95% of the items I was going to put in a med kit anyways so it was a win win. It is a tad pricey, but with all the discounts floating the web it isn't too bad at all. I'm a low key bag junkie and I respect high quality bags, pictures do not give it justice but the bag is made very well. Almost as good as my factory 55 bags but cheaper.

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Still undecided where I want to mount it though...need to find a spot where my 2 year old's won't go to town on it.
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Looks like that would fit perfectly in one of the in-floor storage bins, no?
 
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Looks like that would fit perfectly in one of the in-floor storage bins, no?

Sadly its a tad wider than what pictures show or that would be a perfect location.

"the factory bed step is actually well built and fits underneath the bumper perfectly."

I'll 2nd that comment. I've got one on my truck and because of my advancing age, it's a body-saver!

Oh for sure! Especially with the 37s going on soon, it's going to be a must getting in and out of the back.
 

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The Borla exhaust sounds soooooo good. I recommend it to anyone, there is ZERO drone.
I've been debating this exhaust since I purchased mine because I had a Borla system on my last truck. Tracking down where anyone had posted what it sounds like installed was a bit of a challenge as there simply aren't many out there. Just purchased on your recommendation.
 
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I've been debating this exhaust since I purchased mine because I had a Borla system on my last truck. Tracking down where anyone had posted what it sounds like installed was a bit of a challenge as there simply aren't many out there. Just purchased on your recommendation.

Took a cold start video for you: https://youtu.be/mrceqb6dHuc
 

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Took a cold start video for you: https://youtu.be/mrceqb6dHuc
Received a text from FedEx today stating they picked up a package for me to be delivered Wednesday. Thanks to your video, I now feel like taking the rest of the week off (mine ends on Thursday anyway) and camping out on my front porch! Thank you! that sounds incredible! And might I add, you have good taste in trucks :cheers:
 

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Took a cold start video for you: https://youtu.be/mrceqb6dHuc
That sounds exactly like my magnaflow muffler on the cold start until you rev'd it a bit...Sounds great! Any drone? I left my resonator in, as I do a lot of very long trips towing a 4 position enclosed sled trailer at 85+ and peeps would be a ********...enjoy!
 
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That sounds exactly like my magnaflow muffler on the cold start until you rev'd it a bit...Sounds great! Any drone? I left my resonator in, as I do a lot of very long trips towing a 4 position enclosed sled trailer at 85+ and peeps would be a ********...enjoy!

ZERO drone, that's why I like the S-type. They claim with every S-type they are a zero drone muffler.

I finally got around to installing the Nextbase dash cam. The install was straight forward and one of the easiest hard wire kits I have used. The kit comes with a fuse tap, so once the dash cam is mounted to your desired location, you just make a simple hole in the fire wall and run the wires to the fuse box with a ground.
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The Thuren suspension is in!

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I've only had time to install the ATS Fox Steering stabilizer thus far. I have Sunday and Monday off this week, so hopefully i'll have enough time to get it knocked out. As for the stabilizer, once again another super easy install, the instructions from fox were spot on. Remove six bolts from the stock stabilizer and reuse them for the fox one, couldn't have been any easier, took maybe 20 mins. The ATS stabilizer is adjustable, which is the main reason why I picked it up, once the 37s go on I can dial in the correct steering dampening to my liking.

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Hey everyone, this will be the build thread for my 21 Power Wagon. The plan for this build is to make it a fun commuter with some improved overlanding / offroad capabilities. I will post pictures of all parts and I’ll do my best to write reviews on everything and do some install tips and tricks for anyone looking to do any of these mods themselves. I welcome all advice and tips from anyone who has a power wagon…if you know of a better part or recommend something else please let me know! Below are the parts currently ordered and the ones that are upcoming in the near future. I look forward to talking and getting to know everyone throughout this build!


Parts ordered:
  • Factory 55 Ultrahook Winch hook (installed)
  • S&B Intake (installed)
  • Moes Performance Ported Throttle Body 87mm (installed)
  • Borla S-type exhaust Part #140801BC (back-ordered)
  • Ram All WX floor mats (installed)
  • Bulletpoint Mounting solutions: Dual 20mm Ball Dash Phone Mount (installed)
  • Blue Ridge Overland Tool Bag (installed)
  • My Medic MYFAK med kit (delayed)
  • Nextbase 622GW 4k Dash Cam (waiting for hardwire kit to be delivered)
  • Full Ceramic 9yr Titanium exterior coating to include interior and windows (installed)
  • Full Ceramic window tint scheduled for the week after (waiting for an appointment)
  • Full Thuren suspension (ordered)
  • Thuren FOX 2.0 ATS damper (ordered)
  • AMP research steps (back-ordered)

Parts ordering in the next 30-60 days:
  • 35" Cooper STT Pros (ordering soon)
  • ARB tire repair kit
  • Winch recovery kit (haven’t decided on a brand yet)
  • GJ motorsports third brake light w/ baja design pods
  • CJC motorsports fog light bracket w/ baja design cubes
  • Putco Blade LED Bed light
  • Diamondback HD bed cover / RSI Smart cap (still researching brands).
  • Ram Factory bed step
  • Rear seat cover for 2x car seats (still researching brands)
  • ARB Air compressor kit w/tank
  • Alpha OBD
  • Tuning (Possibly hemifever, HP tuning...still undecided)
  • I’m open to any parts suggestions too, would love some input!

That’s it for now, I’ll keep this list constantly updated on parts ordered and future / upcoming parts.
Since I can't edit the main post anymore I'll have to keep a new one posted every so often.

Current Parts list:
  • Factory 55 Ultrahook Winch hook
  • S&B Intake
  • Moes Performance Ported Throttle Body 87mm
  • Borla S-type exhaust (Part# 140801BC)
  • Ram All WX floor mats
  • Bulletpoint Mounting solutions: Dual 20mm Ball Dash Phone Mount (installed)
  • Blue Ridge Overland Tool Bag
  • My Medic MYFAK med kit
  • Nextbase 622GW 4k Dash Cam
  • Full Ceramic 9yr Titanium exterior coating to include wheels, interior, and windows
  • Full Ceramic window tint
  • Full Thuren suspension (delivered)
  • Thuren FOX 2.0 ATS damper
  • AMP research steps (back-ordered)
  • Rhino USA winch recovery gear ($natch block, kinetic rope, tow strap, tree saver, soft shackles)
  • Ram Factory Bed step (Part# 82215842AH)

Parts ordering in the next 30-60 days:
  • 37" Cooper STT Pros
  • Fuel Covert 20x9 +20mm offset
  • ARB tire repair kit
  • GJ motorsports third brake light w/ baja design pods
  • CJC motorsports fog light bracket w/ baja design cubes
  • Putco Blade LED Bed light
  • Diamondback HD bed cover / RSI Smart cap (still researching brands).
  • Rear seat cover for 2x car seats (still researching brands)
  • ARB Air compressor kit w/tank
  • Alpha OBD
  • Tuning (Possibly hemifever, HP tuning...still undecided)
  • I’m open to any parts suggestions too, would love some input!
 
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Old suspension went bye bye over the weekend.

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And the new Thuren is on! And go figure, I forgot to take pics of the rear end while I was installing everything.

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Decided to take my ghost trailer and boat to the ramp to test out the new suspension...
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After 50 or so miles with the new suspension on some light dirt and down some known bumpy roads it is a vast improvement over stock. It does a great job absorbing the bumps and reducing the rear-end sway. It's at the perfect leveled height and if anyone is hesitant between the .5 and 1.5 lift, go with the 1.5 you'll thank me later. Next up on the list is an alignment.
 

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For those of you who did not get the bed utility group option here is the part number for the bed step if your looking to upgrade: 82215842AH. I ran the Amp bed step on my 2016 Ram 2500 and I loved it as well, both of the step options are quality. Normally, I would suggest aftermarket 95% of the time, but the factory bed step is actually well built and fits underneath the bumper perfectly. The amp step will be wider however, you will not get the additional kick out plate that the factory one comes with. It definitely comes in handy when deploying it.

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Really easy install, I give it a 1 out of 5 star difficulty rating. Held in by four bolts, took maybe 20 mins tops.
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Next up is a medical kit from My Medic. I searched around for awhile and I couldn't find a med bag that I liked, most looked cheap and too tacticool for my taste. I was originally going to buy a bag and stuff it with all the goodies I needed but my searching led me to My Medic's Myfak kit. The kit already comes pre-packed with 95% of the items I was going to put in a med kit anyways so it was a win win. It is a tad pricey, but with all the discounts floating the web it isn't too bad at all. I'm a low key bag junkie and I respect high quality bags, pictures do not give it justice but the bag is made very well. Almost as good as my factory 55 bags but cheaper.

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Still undecided where I want to mount it though...need to find a spot where my 2 year old's won't go to town on it.
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"Low key bag junky"... I resemble this remark! Nice bag, looks similar to the smittybuilt bag I have.
Thanks for the info on the step, definitely need to add to my PW because I can barely get into the bed!
 

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which borla kit do you have. I hate the one i bought. Too much drone. Can you confirm it will fit the 2021 power wagon?
It's the 14-18 Borla S-Type exhaust Part #140801BC (see post #38 in this thread). It's a perfect fit on a 2021!
 
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which borla kit do you have. I hate the one i bought. Too much drone. Can you confirm it will fit the 2021 power wagon?
It's the 14-18 Borla S-Type exhaust Part #140801BC (see post #38 in this thread). It's a perfect fit on a 2021!
Thank you Dredger, beat me to it :)

"Low key bag junky"... I resemble this remark! Nice bag, looks similar to the smittybuilt bag I have.
Thanks for the info on the step, definitely need to add to my PW because I can barely get into the bed!
Can't go wrong with anything from Smittybuilt either! A bed step is a must...probably my favorite accessory to date.
 
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I've been slacking on updates, the wife and I just returned from Helen, GA for some Oktoberfest activities. Now that were back, the packing has started for a quick move into our new house. So lots of moving parts which means not very many updates to the PW. However, I did order and install a Camlocker toolbox which I will post pics soon of. I couldn't decide on a bedcover so I went with a toolbox for the time being until I figure out a more permanent setup. Additionally, I ordered the MOPAR LED 3rd brake light / camera to replace the stock halogen red light. Will post pics of that as well when it comes in. The next thing on the agenda between now and the holidays is to figure out tuner...I am still torn between going with the Edge Puslar or bite the bullet and go with hemifever tuning / HP tuning for a tuner. The clunkiness of the transmission is getting a tad annoying so I hope one of those options will fix it. I am open to any suggestions / feedback from any tuners if anyone has any suggestions.
 

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Looking good! After alignment and the suspension settling in it should ride even better!
 
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