Well Since the Thread ****'s locked my thread when i didnt come back within one day to keep it on topic, i have to create a new one.


So i took posession of the Dodge on Friday. I've since visited the parts store, purchased a Grey Floor mat, and a wrap around steering Wheel Cover. I also had to buy 2 new wiper blades, I picked up 5 feet of vacumn hose as well.

yesterday i vacumned the interior, and also gave it a quick wash. I have a list of things that need to be addressed though.


1.) fix vacumn issue with the crazy vents thing.
2.) Driver door lock wont lock/unlock when power lock button is used. Apparently i can hear it trying to lock, but nothing happens. Gonna take the door off and figure that out maybe today.
3.) Dashboard is trash,need a cap/ replacement.
4.) Found the ashtrey in the back compartments, re-install on dash panel.
5.) Replace carpeting.
6.) replace overhead console, its broke pretty bad.
7.) Found carpet wet on driver side after washing. checked seals on door, nothing looks wet or bad when clearly can see how theyre stopping water.. anyone have any ideas on this?
8.) check passenger door front speaker, its not playing.
9.) replace front grille
10.) replace front bumper setup.
11.) replace lamps/ damaged lamp on passenger side. (maybe all depending on what i go with)
12.) think i have a mild exhaust leak. will have to check that out as time goes by. see what the deal is with that, and fix it if necessary.
13.) may need to replace the dash bezel, because it may be cracked, not positive yet on that though.
14.) seats need fixed.. one of previous owners was smoker and it stinks. plus has burn holes and also driver seat is in need of foam and cover replacement.
15.) sliding window * probably will address this first* latch is broke. need replacement latch mechanism.

I'll try to take and post more pictures of it today.. and this time i'll use a real camera.

things i'd like to add / do to it that are just extras :

1.) bedliner, either drop in or spray on would be a good idea i think.
2.) side step bars. Wouldnt mind finding a set used to slap on there.
3.) brush guard of some sort?
4.) tint the windows.. i dont like the fishbowl look. it needs a good 20% black.
5.) im gonna take a sticker eraser to the pinstripe.. remove it entirely.

 

Sounds like you have your work cut out for you.

Since you have the rear slider, check the seals on that first, then look at the high mount stop lamp for your water leak. Since you are going to be basically stipping out the interior anyway, (to change the carpet) That would be the best time to look for leaks.

 

Copy that HeyYou. Once i get ready to pull carpet i'll def check those areas. I did manage to take detailed photos. Here is the links to the album slideshow, and i've included some photos in this post here for fun.

Slideshow :
http://s407.photobucket.com/user/Pur...ssion%209-1-13

Best side :

Driver side :


interior :


Engine :

 

Nice truck, after all the work you do, it will obviously be a lot nicer. And you'll really enjoy it.

Hopefully this one will stay on topic, so that the "Thread ****'s" don't have to lock it.

 

thank you. I figured by using the topic my truck, anything about my truck will keep it on topic and keep it from being locked so quickly.

I like it a lot so far. I do think i'll enjoy it a lot once things get going with my repairs and what not.

 

Looks good, it reminds me of mine. It has plenty of potential and it seems like you're willing to do it, awesome. Good luck and keep us posted.

 

Keep in mind that your other thread was for "should you buy it" . You bought it, so move on to fixing it. Don't forget to check out the FAQ/DIY section.

 

nice find. truck has potential. looks clean with no rust.

too bad you're not closer to me. i'm giving away my drop in bed liner.

 

As long as it stays on topic, us ****'s will go easy on you....your going to have fun with that truck.

 

so far it has been fun. ive got it cleaned up decently and febreezed it today. smell of smoke not so bad now. I tried to work on the vacumn issue that i am hving by reconnecting a vacumn hose on the driver side of the intake, to what had a little rubber vacumn plug on it. it didnt fix the issue. so i have to go back to the drawing board on that.