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Old Nov 30, 2008 | 06:17 PM
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Hey this is my first post on this site but i just wanted some opinions on my problems.

Alright i know questions like this have been asked multiple thousands of times and i did use the search function but i could not find the answer i needed.

I own a 2008 4.7L 4x4 Dodge Ram Single Cab

Alright Question 1
I wanna get a bull bar for my truck but i really don't wanna have to mess with the plastic or do any modifications, does anyone know a good company or a good brand to buy without too much modification.

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Alright, i have this truck for a while and i have always wanted to get a lift put on it. I want about a 6" lift for my truck and some bigger tires, i know it will cost me alot of money and stuff, but like were can i go to get it installed because i have no idea all the people i ask just installed it themselves and i am border line retarted when it comes to putting stuff on my truck. This is a problem because no way will my dad ever allow me to trash my truck by trying to install one.

any opinions or tips will help.
btw i live in memphis TN
 
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Old Nov 30, 2008 | 07:36 PM
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Get a Westin Bull Bar, they are not the cheapest, but IMO are the best quality. Not really hard to put on.

If there is a 4 Wheel Parts in your area, try there for your lift. A LOT of people have bad things to say about them, but I've sent a few people to the one in Orlando, Jacksonville and on my advice DodgeNitto went to one in Colorado for gear work. Nobody I personally know has ever had a bad thing to say about them.
Keep one thing in mind though, they will quote you high just like a car dealer when you walk in the door! They will price match! Do your homework and you'll get a good deal on the kit, shocks, installation, etc.
Nitto was originally quoted somewhere near $2k for gear work and was able to get them down like $500 before he committed to them.
I did my lift myself, but used them for my gears and LSD. Very competitive on price and very thorough and professional on the installation. Even had me come in 500 miles after break-in to re-check their work! I have no complaints...
 
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Old Dec 2, 2008 | 05:31 PM
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yeah thats what i was thinking was like going to 4 wheel parts or somewhere.

On the bullbar case though i was looking at a Aeries one i like alot because it doesnt have the big "Westin" logo right in the middle of it

I was just wondering if i have to take off my tow hooks and if i will have to bend the plastic on the bottom or not
 
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