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Old 03-06-2012 | 11:37 PM
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Anyone added a numerical key pad entry to a Ram? How much does that cost?

Ford offers this on their F-150 and after having had one, I hate to lose this feature. Going dirt bike riding and being able to lock my keys in the truck while I am out on the trail is really cool.

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Old 03-07-2012 | 07:56 PM
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Prolly be more headache than its worth. Just use the tailgate key to unlock it and leave the fob in the truck
 
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Old 03-07-2012 | 11:40 PM
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There is aftermarket kits available, I'm just not sure how well they work. I'm also interested I this though, most ford owners say this is one of the best features they dont wanna give up
 
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Old 03-08-2012 | 01:20 PM
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I've seen some for Fords that just work like your FOB. You program it to match your fobs, then when you press the right code it unlocks the doors. I saw at least one kind that you "installed" with a sticker, it just stuck on right next to the door handle.

I used the feature when I'd park at the lake and take the boat out. I was always paranoid about dropping my fob into the water, so I'd just lock it in the truck. Now I guess I'll lock the fob in there and bring the door key. Still a risk of losing it but it can't be as expensive to replace as a fob right?
 
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Old 03-08-2012 | 08:54 PM
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I had the keypad on an Aviator. It was for things like parking at the lake. Ford must have a patent on it because otherwise I'd think this would be something every manufacturer would clone. It's just TOO useful. Oh well, I'll never own another Ford product (well, maybe a Mustang) so I'll have to live without unless there is a good aftermarket solution.

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