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Old Nov 12, 2010 | 01:00 AM
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Default New Dakota owner, few questions

Hey, I just bought a new to me 07 Dakota.

Things in great shape, and I'm looking to put in an auto starter, some new rims, a better stereo and some new head lights.

Rims and headlights I can deal with on my own.

However, since I have the bench in the back seat, what's the ideal setup for some decent audio? Or am I stuck with just replacing the in-door factory speakers? If anyone has pics, that'd be awesome.

As well, I understand you need both dodge keys to install an auto starter? Is there any reason why? And is there a "better" command start company than others or are they generally the same?
 
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Old Nov 12, 2010 | 01:08 PM
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I will move this to the 3rd Generation Dakota Sub-Forum.
 
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Old Nov 12, 2010 | 01:20 PM
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Welcome to the forum! We will require pictures of your ride asap in order to divulge secrets...lol....need a few details to answer your questions though: is it a quad or club cab? what trim package? does it have the factory alarm system? V6 or V8? 4X4? By an "auto starter" is that a remote start feature your wanting? (start it from a distance). You can also use the search function and just type in what your looking for. There are tons of threads everything you have asked about. Welcome aboard!
 
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Old Nov 12, 2010 | 01:46 PM
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Welcome to DF and the G3 Dakota forum. When you get a chance but up some pics of your trucks.
 
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Old Nov 12, 2010 | 02:29 PM
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Welcome to DF!
 
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Old Nov 12, 2010 | 03:14 PM
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All of your questions will be answered here, Welcome to DF.
 
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Old Nov 12, 2010 | 06:31 PM
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Old Nov 12, 2010 | 09:17 PM
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Welcome to DF!

By your description I'm assuming you have the quad cab with four full doors. A few guys have hidden subs behind the seat backs, it has to be a small box and the sub can't be too deep but you can still get good sound. Ericemery has a setup like that with a small Alpine, I heard it in person at one of the meets and it hits pretty hard, sounded great.

For the remote start I would go with one of Directed Electronic's (DEI) brands, they're generally regarded as the best in the business. Viper or Python would be my personal choice. I have a Python 2-way security system with remote start in my truck and I love it. The system is expandable too so if I wanted to add extra sensors or capability I can just buy and install the module for what I want.
 
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Old Nov 12, 2010 | 09:44 PM
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If you can be patient, DEI is developing/has developed the remote start from your Iphone or Droid. From what I read, its not perfected yet but its definetly getting there. If they can get 2 way remote start with complete up-to-date security status of the vehical, Ill be getting one on the truck.
 
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Old Nov 12, 2010 | 10:37 PM
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wow...lazyness in todays american society!
 
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