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Old Jun 13, 2011 | 09:39 PM
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...But better late than never.

Alright, new member here, long-time lurker. 2005 ST 3.7L Regular Cab, auto, 3.55 rear (8.25 open), purchased new in 2005 toward the end of the model year.

Mods (many with your help), everything DIY:

-B&M Aux Trans SuperCooler
-UHaul Class-III Hitch
-Moog Greasable Sway Bar End Links
-OEM cruise control kit
-JVC head-unit with HD tuner, Sirius
-2x Rockford Fosgate Punch 12"
-1200w Sony Xplod Amp
-2x Infiniti Reference dome tweeters
-Dynamatted doors, inner & outer panels

Also with your help, I've done the plugs (still found stock to run the best), serviced the throttle body, changed the rear differential fluid, and replaced the front brake pads.

Right at 62k, everything still runs like factory new (knock on wood). Only complaint so far is the stock Goodyears...man, those were garbage. Now rolling on Bridgestone Alenzas, still looking and feeling new after 20k on 'em. I'd like to swap to 4.10's in the future, but probably after the 7 year/70k powertrain warranty runs out.

Anyway, I hope to be of as much help as I've already received.


The mandatory pic...Here she is, finally being able to stretch her legs a little bit with the new VX Deluxe. Although I've since towed a loaded Uhaul 6' x12' enclosed cargo trailer right at GTW and GCWR with ease.


 

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Old Jun 13, 2011 | 09:47 PM
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Nice looking truck! Nice color choice. Patriot Blue is the best color for these tucks...imo...lol. Welcome aboard!
 
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Old Jun 13, 2011 | 10:13 PM
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Man, that thing is freakin clean!
 
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Old Jun 14, 2011 | 04:57 AM
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Welcome to Dodge Forum 3rd Gen section! Am I missing something or is the picture not there??
 
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Old Jun 14, 2011 | 08:40 PM
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Welcome to the forum!
 
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Old Jun 14, 2011 | 08:55 PM
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are those rims white or is it just the way the light is hitting them?
 
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Old Jun 14, 2011 | 09:04 PM
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Nice truck im diggin the jet ski i have a seadoo rxp.
 
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Old Jun 15, 2011 | 05:16 AM
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There's the pic. Nice truck!! Looks good.
 
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Old Jun 15, 2011 | 08:11 AM
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Those bridgestone dueler h/l alenzas are by far the best tire I have ever owned. Complete pwnage of the factory goodyears. That's why you spend good money on good tires, very worth it.
 
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Old Jun 17, 2011 | 04:38 PM
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Nice and clean, I like it. Have to agree on those factory Goodyears too, worst tires I've ever had on a vehicle (including my old Trooper with 2 bald Pirellis and 2 bald Michelins on it).

Best color too!
 
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