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    What kind of whacky AC/Heat issue is this?

    Hi have a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 sport. I have dealt with this for the last year or so but want to fix it now. ISSUES: 1) My AC does not work. The fan blows strong but only heat, even when AC is selected. 2) My heat does not turn off. It is always on and blows harder when I accelerate...
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    Lifting my truck (BDS 5" long arm) share some advice please

    Quick update. After all of the conversations and advice, I am going to be doing the following: LIFT: 3" body lift 2" leveling kit 2-1/2" add-a-leaf on the rear 3" bumper bracket (to raise the bumper w/ the body) ENGINE: Intake manifold Cold air intake New heads New cam New headers EXHAUST...
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    Lifting my truck (BDS 5" long arm) share some advice please

    Thanks guys. I will ponder this for a day or so and get a solid plan together and let you know what it is. Then I will start sharing pictures as progress is made. Sent from my SM-P900 using Tapatalk
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    Lifting my truck (BDS 5" long arm) share some advice please

    are these prices for the parts or approx price to have a shop install them? I do not imagine I will be doing much of the work myself. My mechanical experience ranges from a major tune-up and replacing a wiper motor :) I imagine those ideas will make the truck perform better? Sent from my...
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    Lifting my truck (BDS 5" long arm) share some advice please

    Merc, I have about $4000 that I want to spend comfortably. I can extrend that some if I need to. What do you have in mind? Sent from my SM-P900 using Tapatalk
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    Cleaning up surface rust

    sounds like I will stick with a body shop on this one. Sent from my SM-P900 using Tapatalk
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    Lifting my truck (BDS 5" long arm) share some advice please

    thanks gentleman. As a final confirmation, I can buy the 6/3 kit here (http://doetsch-shocks.com/16.asp), replace my tires, and change the rear gear ratio to match the new tire size and I am good to go? You guys are great, cant wait to share before/after with you. Sent from my SM-P900 using...
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    Lifting my truck (BDS 5" long arm) share some advice please

    Please also help me understand what "6/3" and "5/2" etc. means. I assume 6" lift, 5" lift, but what about the second number? thanks. Sent from my SM-P900 using Tapatalk
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    Lifting my truck (BDS 5" long arm) share some advice please

    Hey, thanks pepper. The 6/3 lift kit (kit#62059) seems like what I am looking for in terms of height. My truck is all stock at the moment, will I need to purchase anything else besides this kit? (NOTE: I plan to replace the tires along with getting the lift) I appreciate your time. Sent from...
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    Cleaning up surface rust

    I am sure that your story of why you know that is the same reason I am asking if I should just consider a body shop :) Sent from my SM-P900 using Tapatalk
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    Cleaning up surface rust

    Sounds easy enough. Can I mess it up pretty badly? What is an average cost for a body shop to do this? Is it worth it to go that route?
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    Lifting my truck (BDS 5" long arm) share some advice please

    thank you. I am looking to lift it 4"-5". I am not certain of my current tire size but plan to replace them along with getting the lift. Do you have a recommendation? I am looking at the rough country website now. What should I consider in getting the lift kit and new tires? I appreciate your...
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    Lifting my truck (BDS 5" long arm) share some advice please

    I dont want to question your knowledge because it is obviouls beyond mine but the BDS website does not state if it is 2WD or 4x4 specific. Are you certain of this? I would hate to buy it and it not be compatible.
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    Cleaning up surface rust

    Hi all, I am looking for a good way to clean up surface rust from the body of my truck. There is very little (almost ignorable) rust at the moment but I imagine it will continue to grow so I would like to prevent or slow it down if possible. Thanks.
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    Lifting my truck (BDS 5" long arm) share some advice please

    Guess that is the best tip I could have received at this point :) Is there a similar kit for 2WD? This is the kit I was looking at, it doesnt specify 4x4 or 2WD, please confirm: http://bds-suspension.com/product?ma=2&mo=16&ty=13&yr=2000-2001
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