The Offical B.S Thread!!!!

[0212353]

thats a HARD call there...

[myoung84]

What' bad is there's only $840 difference in price, with the 1500 being slightly cheaper.

[myoung84]

2500 Mega Cab 4x4 6'4" Bed
Granite Crystal Monotone
Black Interior
Uconnect 8.4AN
Leather Bench Seats
IP Mounted Aux Switches
Keyless Enter 'N Go
CD Player
Remote Start
18" Wheels
Tow Mirrors
Spray-In Bedliner
6.4L Hemi Engine
220-Amp Alternator
4.10 Gears
Anti-Spin Differential
Protection Group
MSRP $53,295


1500 Crew Cab 4x4 6'4" Bed
Granite Crystal Monotone
Black Interior
Uconnect 8.4AN
Leather Bench Seats
CD Player
Remote Start
20" Wheels
Spray-In Bedliner
3.0L Diesel Engine
3.92 Gears
Engine Block Heater
Anti-Spin Differential
Ptotection Group
Tow Mirror/Trailer Brake Group
Convenience Group
MSRP $52,455

[BMRbrnSNRbrd]

My first instinct was to say 1500, but for that money, I think I would have to have a 2500 MC. However, isn't the reason you are tired of the Power Wagon basically that its a 2500? I mean rough ride, lower mpg, etc.

[myoung84]

Yes and no. A modified PW, low gears, big tires, stiff suspension, etc is why I'm really tired of it, at least for a truck that spends all of it's time on pavement. A new 2500 with stock size tires, new front and rear suspension, and more efficient engine and gearing solves these problems. I'd get into a roomier truck with softer ride and at least 15 MPG highway, or better from what I'm reading. That's a step in the right direction. I also compared the weight of the two trucks with the info on the Ram body builders guide and the 2500 Mega is only 1300 lbs heavier. That's pretty impressive.

The 1500 would do everything I want to do but I just have a feeling that I'd regret not getting the Mega...

Figuring the price for 87 octane vs diesel and 15 MPG vs 25 MPG, the Mega would be about $1000 more per year in fuel for 12k mile per year.

[(S.M.R) 101]

I know the eco seems like a good deal but there has been some kick back about it.. I know it wasn't made for performance but intended for gas mileage but people are saying it has no balls what so ever.. and that the price off set for the better mileage savings you would have to have the truck for 12 years to break even on fuel savings cost.. Granted that diesel prices don't sky rocket like they have up here in NY and PA. $4.80 per gallon for diesel..... Which is why I didn't even consider the eco after some digging.

the 2500's ride a lot better then the 12 model. Have you test drove one yet Morgan? I think the mega is rated lower HP then the CC 6.4L I've read that it's reduced to 390 HP on the mega cab.. Don't quote me but I found a few articles on it. Not that it really matter anyway.

I'd say stick with a 1500 Hemi or go with the Mega 6.4L!

[myoung84]

Yes, I've driven two actually, but they were crew cab and not Mega. I was impressed with the ride quality.

Only the 3500 Mega is rated lower, and I think they just lowered the rev limiter to meet some noise level BS or something. Power up to that point would be the same. The 2500 gets the full 410 HP. I wish they would show the torque curves on the 5.7 and 6.4. From what I could tell in a short test drive, the 6.4 had a lot better low end power. If I could pull 16 MPG in a Mega on the highway I'd be stoked. The Jeep only gets about 18. LOL

I think I'm just getting old and want a vehicle that I can leave stock.

[romadrod]

I know the eco seems like a good deal but there has been some kick back about it.. I know it wasn't made for performance but intended for gas mileage but people are saying it has no balls what so ever.. and that the price off set for the better mileage savings you would have to have the truck for 12 years to break even on fuel savings cost.. Granted that diesel prices don't sky rocket like they have up here in NY and PA. $4.80 per gallon for diesel..... Which is why I didn't even consider the eco after some digging.

I think the ecodiesel has plenty of balls. Enough to pass easily on the highway and it gets up to speeds quick enough. The engine just doesn't make the typical roar when you step on it. Sounds like a gasser IMO. I haven't towed yet with it but I will soon. I am sure it will pull fine for what I need.

[(S.M.R) 101]

I think the ecodiesel has plenty of balls. Enough to pass easily on the highway and it gets up to speeds quick enough. The engine just doesn't make the typical roar when you step on it. Sounds like a gasser IMO. I haven't towed yet with it but I will soon. I am sure it will pull fine for what I need.

Not trying to bash it and I don't like to make statements until I do my own research about items before I make myself look like an ass lol.

I've just been reading blogs about it and following a few owners of the eco's postings but a lot of people have been giving negative feed back on the power... But then again some people were probably thinking they were going to get the power of a Cummins motor and didn't really understand the reason for the 1500 eco release.

I'm hoping I get to test drive one when they arrive on some dealer lots so I can at least have the chance to try it out. I do think it is an awesome offer from RAM to get a 1500 diesel. But like stated with diesel fuel at a super high I wasn't considering it due to the wide timeline of making money back for better fuel economy to offset the price of the actual truck.

[myoung84]

Our diesel prices aren't too bad lately. 89 is about 3.50 and diesel is 3.60. Pretty much a wash on fill up.

[0212353]

phase 1 of the shop is now completed

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Guess I need to get some work done....lol

[BMRbrnSNRbrd]

That's a very nice work area. Are you building more storage into other areas of the basement?

[0212353]

a LOT more

There is another 15ft of shelving units going in between the "work" area and where we are putting in a pantry and bathroom. Then on the other side of the steps (steps come down on the wall where the workbench is) - there will be another 2 units in a big L - that is.....20 ft for one, and 15 for another (ish). Then the entire side wall will be shelving for the family shit. LOL

This was phase 1 of.......4. Bathroom and pantry are next. Then the 15ft between them, then the other 2 shelving areas are last phase.

[myoung84]

What do you guys think about the Outdoorsman model? I still haven't ruled out the Diesel option, which you cannot get in the Sport model. It would need new wheels and tires and black projector headlights, but otherwise I like it. I don't get the nicer all black interior or push button start like the Sport or Laramie, but I don't think the gray/black looks bad at all and I can live with the old fashion keys. I can always get the Laramie diesel but it's another $5k on top of the Outdoorsman, which is more than I want to spend. The Laramie also has a bit too much chrome for me. The chrome bumpers on the monotone Outdoorsman don't bother me and I could probably get them powder coated to match. Leather isn't a big deal either. $800 for some Katskin seats solves that problem.

http://edgecastcdn.net/003CDD/images/live/DealerImages/183523000/183523553/0.jpg
http://edgecastcdn.net/003CDD/images/live/DealerImages/183523000/183523890/0.jpg

[0212353]

I think its a great start. I think if I were to go look now....I'd probably start with an Outdoorsman.

You can get them monotone too......which to me would be the way to go. No chrome bumpers then, you get the flares, etc.

[myoung84]

That one I posted was monotone. With monotone you get body color flares and chrome bumpers. With the two tone you get painted bumpers. Here's the two-tone.

http://edgecastcdn.net/003CDD/images/live/DealerImages/171517000/171517476/0.jpg

[0212353]

hmm

I thought I saw one the other day that was a full single color......which would be tits.

[myoung84]

They probably had the bumpers painted. I wish monotone was really monotone...

[myoung84]

Crunched some numbers and in my situation, it would take 3.7 years to break even on a diesel figuring today's fuel prices and 17 mpg for a Hemi and 25 mpg for a diesel along with the maintenance and DEF. I can't guarantee that I'll have this truck in 3.7 years. LOL. If I did get the diesel it would be because I wanted it not because it made financial sense.

I'm also not crazy about a diesel with my driving habits. The truck gets driven 5 miles round trip in the mornings to drop the kiddo off at daycare and then I'm back in the company car. I'll typically drive the truck once a week to work just because, which would become more mandatory if we don't take a weekend trip so it could re-gen... I think I'll stick to the Hemi...

Here's the spreadsheet if anyone's interested.

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/32361828/Hemi-vs-EcoDiesel.xls

[myoung84]

Taxes are finally filed... Direct Debit scheduled for tomorrow... :(

[(S.M.R) 101]

Loved the outdoorsman man.. kinda wish I went with a 1500 in an outdoorsman package but I wanted some of the extra features.

Thanks for the spreadsheet as well man. Me and Emily are looking at it.

[0212353]

F taxes...........

I've paid less for my truck in the 4 years I've owned it than I just sent in for taxes today. EEK!

oh hey........4 years with the truck is in 2 days. look at that shit, longest I've ever owned a vehicle!

[BMRbrnSNRbrd]

Well fellas, the garage is going to get a little more full this evening. :D

[0212353]

sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet

[(S.M.R) 101]

Please tell me the new bike will be occupying the space you are speaking of?

[BMRbrnSNRbrd]

It is indeed.

Now the garage is TOO full. Between the Sonoma (partially torn down), the old bike, and this new big bitch its getting tight. I have a feeling the garage is going to get emptied and redesigned this weekend.

[myoung84]

I love the new bike David!

[Matt]

looks sick we need to go ride soon man

[BMRbrnSNRbrd]

Thanks fellas. Yes we do Matt.

[0212353]

my biotch is 4 today!

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[myoung84]

Happy birthday v2!

[0212353]

someone on IG asked me for my headlights...........

I sent him a quote. He choked. didn't realize that they were decked out........the fuckin' HID bulbs in my set cost more than a FULL hid kit. lol

[0212353]

well.........my cutoff clamps slipped off again. LOL

(yesterday)

Went to pull them and reposition them.........they are rusted like a mofo. New clamps on the way, going to replace my cutout when they come in (mines ........ broke, won't open)

So, I have a short project tomorrow, can't wait to introduce my neighbors to the cutout. LOL (they haven't heard it yet..........)

[(S.M.R) 101]

That sucks... I want a cut out so bad but I am really worried that I will be changing it every year because all the salt and sand up here.... I have heard from several people running them up here that they have been through a couple new kits because of rusting.... Don't know if I want to fork over the cash for one if it's just going to keep fucking up on me.

[0212353]

I hear ya.........

I should have been more on top of it though, lube it up, etc. eh.

[BMRbrnSNRbrd]

What's wrong with your current one JJ? Any idea why it won't open? Its a Raceland unit, right?

[0212353]

yeah, Raceland. Who knows why it won't open.

For a while, it was stuck open, the remote would work 20% of the time. I got another one, replaced the controller / remote, all was fine for a bit. Now.........who the hell knows. LOL - figure, I've got a spare, wtf, I'll throw it on.

[0212353]

stupid cutout........

wasn't frozen up. Evidently the controller is bad now. After I swapped the main unit. Had to cut off the fuckin' clamps too. LOL weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

[BMRbrnSNRbrd]

Been there, done it. I got lucky and found a guy with a used main unit to grab the motor out of. Then, Raceland cut me a deal on a new controller.

Just wanted to say that I'm sorry I haven't been around much and the site is slow. Between the new bike and the little truck, the Ram is getting neglected. Also, after the body work and paint that had to be done on the hood, paint issues just deter my interest further. Hell, I've barely washed it lately other than spraying it off at a car wash.

[0212353]

Paint issues? Hood? What did I miss?

Here's what my truck did to me yesterday....

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f210/0212353/Bucket2/20140420_170629_zps41363231.jpg

Driving along, she's TRUCKING it! I was like.......why is it when I let off, she's just gaining speed? LOL WEEEEE. Pulled into a parking lot, in neutral she shot up to 3K RPM pretty quick. Shut it off......detuned.....didn't know where to start. Popped hood, didn't see anything at first..........drove home (5 miles) - posted up on FB - 10 minutes later, done. Derrrrr. LOL

[BMRbrnSNRbrd]

I didn't really post about it at all. Basically there was ice, I was driving a buddy home, and at 15 miles per hour, I slid through a corner (wheel locked to the right) and hit a small mailbox. It dented and scratched the hood and front left fender. The fender looks good, but the hood just isn't up to my standard.

[0212353]

d'oh...........

shit happens...... hopefully they can get you happy again man. Paint is a bitch sometimes!

[BMRbrnSNRbrd]

Eh, I'm over it really.

[shawnu]

I was very nervous before my nose surgery and told the nurse about it. She gave me some shit that made me so happy, I was smiling as I walked back to the surgical room.

Duuude, i had my first sugery 2 yrs ago on a finger that ended up being amputated from a table saw accident...i told my doc i was nervous and he was like "ohhh i got something for ya" he comes back in holdin a needle up sayin "i mixed this up in the tub just for you"... puts it in my IV, i was on my phone googlin shit i guess and next thing i know im wakin up from surgery....crazy shit. Lol

[0212353]

and..........the BS stops here.

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIwMFgxMjAw/z/gYoAAMXQ74JTR5mi/$_57.JPG

This will go a LONG way into making a perfect aiming station for the 4th Gen lights. ;)

[(S.M.R) 101]

Sweet!

[myoung84]

Damn! That will help.

[myoung84]

Just drove an EcoDiesel... I have to say I'm impressed.

[0212353]

yeah, I was talking to a retrofitting friend of mine a few weeks ago.........said something about building an aiming station - he sent me a picture of his. LOL - wow! (ford setup) - but man, I was sold. I was like...........dafaq? Thats tits!

Wasn't cheap, but......will definitely make things better.

Eco, eh? impressed enough to change from the hemi?

[myoung84]

Maybe. Still crunching the numbers to see if it's feasible. It's not as responsive as a Hemi but once the turbo spools up it moves pretty good!

[myoung84]

Dealer won't deal. There supposedly aren't any rebates on the diesel and they want to sell it to me for invoice plus $200. Not going to work. Then they want to bend me over the desk on trade...

[myoung84]

Very close on an Outdoorsman Hemi!

[myoung84]

And it's ordered!

[0212353]

details!

[myoung84]

You can have details in 6-10 weeks! Haha.

Just kidding. Went with a monotone granite Outdoorsman, Hemi, 4x4, and 6' bed. Only options I added were comfort group (heated steering wheel and seats), backup cam, center console, 8.4AN, and trailer brake controller. 3.92 gears, LSD, and remote start are standard. Didn't add the extras like rambox, sunroof, air suspension, etc.

Typical car buying transaction, told them I wasn't in a hurry but would like to see what they can do. I honestly wasn't expecting to buy a new truck today, just wanted to look at the SLT interior more than anything. They had just gotten a 2wd Laramie diesel in and we're eager for me to test drive it. Sure I said! I was really impressed but the numbers just didn't work out. There are no rebates available (despite the Ram website saying so) and the price ended up being about $6k more. Not worth it for me. If it would have been just the $2850 for the engine adder I would have ordered it.

So I rejected the diesel option since I knew we would be too far off and settled on the Hemi. I sent the poor salesman back about 5 times and they finally gave me an offer I was happy with. Ended up with about $8k off sticker and $33k trade in. Trade is a bit low still but that's honestly a fair deal. I still have 8 or so weeks to sell it though. Everything except the wheels and tires are coming off the power wagon. Glad I save my stock parts! All in all, I won't come out too bad.

So, now we wait...

[(S.M.R) 101]

That's awesome Morgan! Glad you were able to get something you wanted man. I can't wait to see this bad boy.

I was glad I got the 32k for my truck.. They nickel and dime'd me but I didn't want to out right sale... Was looking to get out of it fast! lol

Congrats man. So you're pulling the whole carli kit off?

[BMRbrnSNRbrd]

Congrats Morgan! I like that when you order you can get "trade-in" but still have the ability to sell your truck outright. If you sell it, great! If not, not a huge deal.

[myoung84]

Yep, I really like this method. I don't think I'll be able to not order my vehicles now. It's just seems like the best way to go. You get exactly what you want and don't have to worry about what's been done to it on the dealers lot. I beat the shit out of that diesel and the salesman was telling me to go harder. Lol.

And everything is coming off the truck except the wheels and tires. I'll replace the lift Springs with a spacer so the tires fit and I've already ordered a used etc of quads from Jeremy to replace the headlights.

[0212353]

spiffy man! shame you don't know anyone looking to swap the interior parts, power'd bumpers........but hey, thats what 8-10 weeks is for eh?

[myoung84]

Any of you local guys want to swap stock dash parts for my diamond plate dash? Has to be a model without the center console. Have the center stack and both A/C vents.

Don't really want to mess with the bumpers. They have some rock chips and light scratches and for $200 you can have yours done and look brand new.

[0212353]

and...........i'm drunk. first time I've had a beer in over 8 months......

damn weight loss bs! LOL

Can't complain, I'm down 95 pounds, tomorrow I'll gain a bit back! ;)

[myoung84]

Lol. Can't quite throw em back like you used to?

[0212353]

nope, ands its 830 and I'm falling aslee on the counc. lol

[(S.M.R) 101]

Nice!

I'm trying to prepare for my bachelor party this upcoming weekend.......... Next Monday is going to be a rough day for me :D

[0212353]

good luck duder!

[myoung84]

I hate Craigslist sometimes. Get a text from a local number asking about the truck. Here's our conversation.

Him: Hi I'm asking about your truck for sell

Me: What can I help you with? Feel free to give me a call

Him: I don't have calling min. LOL well its just a quick question. I'm 17 and I don't have money. I'm Jw if you'd trade..?

Me: No, I can't take trades. Sorry.

Him: Dang. Well how much were you wanting?

Me: I'd go down to $39k like it's pictured. If I were to return to stock I could do $36k.

Him: Well crap I really need a truck LOL. If you only traded or took payments.

Me: A bank would be able to loan the money.

Him: I can't get loans I'm only 17. But thanks anyways.

Me: You'd have to have a cosigner. Do you have income to support a $40k vehicle?

Him. I have two jobs. I do have money for the gas and stuff just not 40k to buy one now lol

Me: Cool man. If you're able to have a parent or someone cosign we could certainly make a deal. I have to have the full amount up front though.

And no reply... LOL

So he's 17, has no money but wants a $40k, 10 MPG truck? At least he works, I'll give him that. I can just see him asking grandma to cosign for him. :roflsquared:

And what does he have for trade that he feels is equal? I don't really want his Civic. Haha

[(S.M.R) 101]

I hate that man... People are crazy

[BMRbrnSNRbrd]

Damn kids.

[0212353]

and this is why I don't fuck with CL

[myoung84]

What a long effing weekend. Spent all day yesterday and half of today tearing the truck down. I'm beat! Finally got a chance to drive the truck this evening and I have a damn exhaust leak. Hoping I can just tighten the bolts to seal it up. I really don't want to pull the manifold again...

I really don't like the truck now. Lol. Doesn't drive nearly as nice without the Carli suspension. You never realize how great a mod is until it's gone. And stock lights are absolutely pathetic!

[0212353]

stock lights are awesome man..........keep me in business! LOL

[myoung84]

It's been a long time since I've driven with stock lights. I swapped the retro'd lights I did myself from my 2010 to my PW in the dealership parking lot. LOL

[0212353]

dude, I know.

I don't run around in the dark much, and hell........I ran stocker '13s for a while (no HIDs), it was when I went from those to quads (funny, the ones you got) - I didn't last 2 weeks before I retro'd some '13s for the truck. Couldn't take it! Now........I just won't do it. These FXRs with 50W...........holy fn nuts man. So amazing!

[myoung84]

This definitely reconfirms my decision to do the full FXR swap!

[0212353]

there is nothing comparable, for the Rams anyway. Just.........the best. I see guys who want to put $$ upon $$ into freakin' halos and shit. Dude........toss that $200+ towards the projector, and BOOM........output for days man!

[BMRbrnSNRbrd]

Jeremy, what are the measurements for an FXR with the smallest shroud available?

[0212353]

Here's the specs on the projector itself

DIMENSIONS
Depth (2.5" lens):140mm (5.50" in)
Depth (3.0" lens):155mm (6.10" in)
Width:112mm (4.35 in)
Height:95mm (3.75 in)

For shrouds.......the fun part is finding one that covers it, and at the same time.......doesn't look chummy.

I know the original Apollo will cover it, here's the sizes on that:
DIMENSIONS:
Height:125mm (5 inches)
Width:125mm (5 inches)
Depth:45mm (1.8 inches)

The E46-R might fit, but there really isn't much to that shroud.

DIMENSIONS:
Height:108mm (4.3 inches)
Width:135mm (5.4 inches)
Depth:37mm (1.5 inches)

That kinda gives you an idea. Keep in mind, the lens will stick out further than the shrouds.

Thinking of the bike?

[BMRbrnSNRbrd]

Yep

[myoung84]

House mods. Lol.

Needed a play room downstairs since somebody invaded the living room. We have (had) a formal dining a day a big breakfast nook with a 2nd table and hutch (not sure why). So, the nice furniture was moved to the nook and the rest gotten rid of. Then I ordered 110 Sq Ft of play mat for an awesome play room. I think it all turned out great. They shorted me the purple borders though so it's not 100% done just yet...

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[0212353]

thats frickin' cool man

Our formal dining room ......... well, she's bare right now! LOL 2 boxes, and a robot vacuum occupy that space right now. Still shopping for a dining room set. Won't get used much........but...........yeah.

[myoung84]

We used the formal dining about 3 times a year and the breakfast nook with the smaller dining set was just a crap collector, so it's not like I really lost a room doing this. These tiles are expensive though, that's $250 there. Lol

[0212353]

yeah, we had a few of those in our old basement........before one of our sewer backups. costly f'ers..........but neat. I have a few now that ddn't get messed up - I use 'em when working under the truck. lol

[myoung84]

They have them in wood grain pattern too. I wanted to do the rest of the house with soft wood. They feel great to walk on. Lol

[0212353]

wood? weird........

[myoung84]

It actually doesn't look too bad... If you have a specific purpose for it.
http://www.softtiles.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=59&Itemid=59

[(S.M.R) 101]

That's awesome Morgan!

[0212353]

I should have gone with something like this for my shop.

[myoung84]

I'm not sure how well it would hold up to a lot of traffic, especially with shoes on...

[0212353]

true

So.........I hit 100 pounds lost a few days ago. WEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!

Been walking now too - really enjoying that. Got in 3.5 miles tonight, in about 50-55 minutes. felt GREAT!

[myoung84]

I loaded a TV in the bed of the truck and now I can't breathe. Lol

Which brings be to another Craigslist rant. Supposed to meet this guy to sell my old TV today and he finally calls me at 8 asking to meet at 9. A little late but we agree to meet at bass pro (right by my house) at 9. Tell him to call or text if he's going to be late. Here it is after 9:30, still no guy.

[0212353]

I hate craigslist. you should see all the crap I need to get on there!

[myoung84]

It's almost not even worth it. Just take the crap to goodwill. Lol.

Finally back home. They guy shows up at 9:40 and asks where a QuikTrip is to get cash. Wtf?

[myoung84]

Why are dealers so retarded? I was looking on the USAA website and saw that I was eligible for an additional $1000 rebate. I call the dealer to get the code added to my order and they tell me they won't honor it because it's illegal. He goes of on some crap about brokering and shit. Call up USAA again and they have no idea what the hell this guy is talking about. They give me the Chrysler Incentives number and I call them. They are shocked as well and tell me that my truck is eligible and it's not illegal. It really pisses me off that the dealers don't want to help you. He wouldn't even shut up long enough for me to tell him that it's an incentive offered through Chrysler for USAA members. It's not even money out of their pocket, it's fully funded by Chrysler...

But good news, I get another $1000 off my truck!

[0212353]

more money for mods!!!!

[myoung84]

Hell yes! Pays for my tires at least...

[(S.M.R) 101]

Good catch Morgan.... Dick move on the dealers part.

[0212353]

so we have decided that we are going to redo our storage in the new master closet.......and the kitchen pantry.

holy fack.......that crap is $$

LOL

Almost 3grand into this crap! (now, that is all sorts of fany shit from the container store, and included installation). Can't design what I want online.........our closet isn't "square" buttheads...

[myoung84]

Damn! Closet shit is expensive!

When we did the baby's room I used the Martha Stewart closet stuff from Home Depot. It turned out really good and there's a lot of adjustability. This was just a reach in closet so it wasn't too expensive. I've been planning on re-doing the master as well and It's close to a grand just for the parts. It's super easy to install though. You have a metal support that you anchor to the wall and everything hangs off of that.

You can design everything online and pick up at Home Depot which is great. Not sure how complex you can get though with odd shaped closets. Ours is just a basic rectangle closet.

http://www.marthastewartclosets.com/

[0212353]

check out the plans here:

closet - http://www.containerstore.com/elfa/space/view.htm?spaceId=2853453&email_id=12666049

pantry - http://www.containerstore.com/elfa/space/view.htm?spaceId=2853448&email_id=12666048

I'll check out jailbird's stuff there too.

I just did some closet type shelving in the garage a few weeks ago. I think it was the rubbermaid stuff, and it was ........ cheap, in the sense of flimyness. This stuff didn't feel that way, but it was also.........a shitload of $$. LOL

[myoung84]

That is a funky shaped closet. LOL.

I like that though. I tried to input my dimensions but they want me to call to go over details? Did you have to do this?

[0212353]

no shit............makes things really fun!

We actually went to the store last night, gave her the dimensions, etc and they designed it for us.

Not finding too much on the martha stewart one that really looks "ok". Found another place that allows for a LOT of customization, prices aren't bad yet either. Still designing. ;)

[0212353]

ugh. not much cheaper at this place...........

[myoung84]

I played with some designs for my closet and I'm around $1000 for just hanging and shelving. Fancy stuff like drawers and crap really drive the price up. My closet is only 103x58 though...

[0212353]

people think we are putting fuckin' gold in there. lol

[myoung84]

Thoughts on 5% window tint? I'm considering darker tint on the new truck...

[(S.M.R) 101]

After running 5% on every truck leading up to the 2500, I just run factory match. It was such a bitch to see at night without rolling down every window.... And the cops started messing with me.

They still take a second look at the truck with factory tint.... But isn't OK pretty cool about window tint? I know it depends on the cop but up here if they see it 9 times out of 10 they are pulling you over for it.

I had factory match tint put on Emily's vue 2 times now.. she's been stopped twice and given a fix it ticket... We go down to the tint guy (personal friend) have him remove it, drive to the police station have them inspect to make sure it was removed, then right back up to the tint shop to have tint put back on.

I always tell them to just give me the ticket and i'll pay the fines.

[myoung84]

What a pain in the ass! OK seems to be pretty cool. I've always run 15% front windows to match the back and never had a problem. I at least wanted the back windows done a little darker to block the sun out of the kiddos eyes rather than it up those stupid sun shade stick on things.

[0212353]

I run 18 on my fronts..........I still have to roll down the windows to back the truck in the garage. 5% brow on the front window

[myoung84]

I've never had an issue with 15. I just called and I can do 5 or 10 all around for $250. I might do 10. I think that on top of factory will be good.

[(S.M.R) 101]

I've never had an issue with 15. I just called and I can do 5 or 10 all around for $250. I might do 10. I think that on top of factory will be good.

That will look really good and should keep that heat and sun out. If I lived back in OK I would run 5 to 10% just because of the heat and sun... But the fact that we only have 90 degree weather for 3 to 4 months a year, factory match works perfect for me. I would love to do 10% all the way around though.

[0212353]

fuckin' irony...........my headlights didn't work today. LOL damnit......probably the stupidass capacitor rusted out. I should pull them, replace the entire harness with the canbus adapters and call it a damn day.

LOL stupid headlights. ;)

(though I think that is a REALLY REALLY fn old harness in there...........used, abused.........put away wet)

[(S.M.R) 101]

Canbus adapters are still running strong in mine buddy :D Tonight I drove for 2 + hours in the dark and they worked perfect and have been working perfect since install.

BTW, Got them for the fogs and will be slapping them in on Saturday :D I'll let you know how it turns out.

[0212353]

i have no doubts in my mind of their abilities on the fogs. ;)

VERY happy to hear that they are working as they shoudl on the heads!

[myoung84]

Ain't that some shit!

My harness didn't look so hot either when I pulled it out. It was in my 2010 for almost two years and my 2012 for over two years. I tore it apart and pretty much rebuilt it. Looks brand new now.

[0212353]

I think I'll go fix it.........and my fogs. LOL - they havne't been turned on in 2 years, old retrosolutions stuff in there, its corroded to HELL lol

[myoung84]

In the mood to fight today. LOL

I asked the dealer that I bought my PW from on the status of my warranty and gap cancellation. All they will ever tell me is it takes 6-8 weeks. Here's my email to him today. Haha. They are holding up $1500 of my money that needs to be credited to my lien... I'll likely take delivery of the new truck before this gets resolved. And because of this, I will never purchase a warranty though a dealer again...

I'm very frustrated with this entire situation. I called Fidelity Warranty Services two weeks ago and the cancellation process does not take 6-8 weeks. They are as stunned as I am as to why this is taking so long to receive the cancellation request from your dealership. Due to the circumstances, I took it upon myself to fax in a cancellation request and it was cancelled the very next day. If this would have been done a month ago as I requested, my lien holder would have already been reimbursed. I'm not sure why you are dragging your feet on this. If I didn't take it upon myself to submit the cancellation request directly with Fidelity Warranty Services, it STILL would not be cancelled. As of today, they have received NOTHING from your dealership.

Who else can I speak with that will give me some accurate information? It seems that the only thing Barry Sanders has done is tell me to wait 6-8 weeks. I have attached the cancellation documents dated 5/6/14 and 5/7/14. I need a reimbursement processed immediately for both policies.

[myoung84]

And my check is being cut today. I hate that you have to be a dick to get things done.

[(S.M.R) 101]

Get 'em Morgan! lol.

[0212353]

no shit man, thats crazy!

fixed my heads today. Didn't get time to mess with the fogs.......went with the kiddo to a home run derby. 300 kids......3 St Louis Cardinals players. Such fun.

Here's my boy with Allen Craig (Card's 1st baseman)

https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/t31.0-8/1941616_10202869247886723_8712073604967851125_o.jp g

[BMRbrnSNRbrd]

Going back to the tint thing...mine are 3.5% when measured by Arizona DPS. They are the only ones to have ever messed with me. The back is a little darker. We basically put 5% over all of the factory stuff.

[0212353]

Canbus adapters are still running strong in mine buddy :D Tonight I drove for 2 + hours in the dark and they worked perfect and have been working perfect since install.

BTW, Got them for the fogs and will be slapping them in on Saturday :D I'll let you know how it turns out.

how'd the fogs go?

I got mine running this weekend too..........I haven't used fogs for god knows how long. I popped some 3Ks in there, and even though I know I don't need it........the canbus adapters. Should have gone for a ride last night, I'm itchin' to see how crazy these 3Ks are. Can't wait for some rain......lol

[(S.M.R) 101]

I didn't get to install them....... Someone wouldn't give me 30 min to pop them in real quick.... She who shall not be named....

They are going in today. I'm taking a half day at work. Soon as I get them in I'll let you know!

[myoung84]

Man, a guy can't even get 30 minutes to himself. I know the feeling. LOL

I dug around in my Box-O-HID parts and found two 9006 HID bulbs! Don't know what color they are but this gives me free HIDs!

[myoung84]

Going back to the tint thing...mine are 3.5% when measured by Arizona DPS. They are the only ones to have ever messed with me. The back is a little darker. We basically put 5% over all of the factory stuff.

I'm still torn on 5% or 10% all around. 10% over the factory ~15% will still be pretty damn dark. I just don't want to go too dark and have problems at night. I'll have some bad ass lights at least!

[0212353]

I didn't get to install them....... Someone wouldn't give me 30 min to pop them in real quick.... She who shall not be named....

They are going in today. I'm taking a half day at work. Soon as I get them in I'll let you know!

:smiley-face-popcorn

Man, a guy can't even get 30 minutes to himself. I know the feeling. LOL

I dug around in my Box-O-HID parts and found two 9006 HID bulbs! Don't know what color they are but this gives me free HIDs!

got a harness with a cap? LOL - the new Rams are picky on the foggies!

[myoung84]

:smiley-face-popcorn



got a harness with a cap? LOL - the new Rams are picky on the foggies!

Crap no! I didn't know the fogs were picky now too. LOL. I guess I'll need to add that to my order. I wanted 3000k bulbs anyways and I'm pretty sure the ones I have are 6000k. ;)

[0212353]

they are...........

We can do them with the canbus adapters instead of a harness though. Working fine on mine, I know they'll work on Kyle's and yours. Really thinking of doing your heads that way too............can you say, plug n play - no fn harness? BOOM

[myoung84]

I like the sound of that!!

[0212353]

I did it to my Friday. Oh what fun to stuff a fn FXR, ballast and this adapter inside the light........but..........yeah. LOL

working spiffy

[myoung84]

Hey if it all fits, that's pretty awesome. I love the fact that I can just plug up the lights and go!

[(S.M.R) 101]

It was so awesome only having to worry about fitting everything inside of the headlight, opposed to trying to figure out where to mount all the resistors and drilling and tapping, etc..

It was super easy and like I told JJ. I didn't even say 1 swear word, other than "Fuck Yeah" lol

[myoung84]

It was so awesome only having to worry about fitting everything inside of the headlight, opposed to trying to figure out where to mount all the resistors and drilling and tapping, etc..

It was super easy and like I told JJ. I didn't even say 1 swear word, other than "Fuck Yeah" lol

No swear words? Now that is a good kit! Haha

I'll be saying some swear words putting on my Bestop PowerBoards. Those things are a pain in the ass to install, and this will be the third truck they've been on! :D

[0212353]

yeah, pretty excited that these are working on Kyle's truck. I mean......if its going to give me an issue, it would be his truck, right? LOL I ordered 20 more sets of those adapters today........we'll see how it goes! I'll toss those on yours Morgan, it will literally be a 10-15 minute install for you.

[(S.M.R) 101]

Fog lights are in with the canbus bypass..... All is working with no flickering..

Just for my own personal trial I threw the HID's in without the bypass and it was strobe light party on the block. Threw in the bypass and boom! no flickering. I'll keep my eye on it for the next few days, as I'm doing with the headlights (which have been working flawless) and report back if I run into any issues.

Thanks for all the help JJ!

[0212353]

word!

check your email.........had to tease ya a bit. lol

[myoung84]

I'm ready for some teaser pics myself! ;)

The stupid VOTS site is down for maintenance so I don't get to enjoy the tracking process like I had on my Jeep. I pester the CS reps all day via chat asking for updates. LOL. It's in paint as of today. :D

[0212353]

mr painter gets yours Friday bud!

[myoung84]

:GetMoney::GetMoney::GetMoney::GetMoney::GetMoney: :GetMoney::GetMoney:

[(S.M.R) 101]

I gotcha Jeremy........... :win:

[(S.M.R) 101]

:D :D :D

http://i957.photobucket.com/albums/ae55/Kyle_Andress/IMG_0046_zpse7b3e3f5.jpg (http://s957.photobucket.com/user/Kyle_Andress/media/IMG_0046_zpse7b3e3f5.jpg.html)

[0212353]

yeah, thats right!

[myoung84]

Love it!

[myoung84]

Found a truck for sale that's very close to what I ordered. Closest one I've seen. New lights will look awesome!

http://www.lagerschryslerdodgejeep.com/new/Ram/2014-Ram-1500-41af3ebe0a0a00e04af9985d3df17638.htm

[0212353]

very nice.

not much difference on that truck to yours is there?

[myoung84]

Visually, just the steps. Then a few other minor things like no nav and adds the parking sensors.

But this is the first time I've seen a good pic of what I'm getting, crew cab, "long bed," and silver 20s.

[0212353]

I grew impatient with my contractor (well, thats been there for.............2 months now, dude is fucking making me MAD)........

Original shop plans where to build a LOT more shelves........and a bathroom. After working in it for 10 weeks now, f the bathroom.

We were going to put up wood shelves, to match the ones we already have. But, screw it. Home Depot had shelving units on sale for $80.....so I got 6 to start. Didn't get them all put up, had other shit to do........but yeah. not exactly what I wanted, but......I'm sick and tired of waiting on the contractor.....

Each are 24" deep, 4ft wide, 6ft tall.

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f210/0212353/Mobile%20Uploads/20140606_195130_zps6wqbsnvl.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f210/0212353/Mobile%20Uploads/20140606_195142_zpsg7k4jzpg.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f210/0212353/Mobile%20Uploads/20140606_195149_zpshxowrkoe.jpg

[myoung84]

Those will do the trick! So, no bathroom at all?

[0212353]

nah.........I can't justify the cost. I have other things I'd rather do.......and typically the time I need to go upstairs to pee is a good time for another coffee, snack or whatever. ;)

Shelves are up now!

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f210/0212353/Mobile%20Uploads/20140607_122935_zpsiphcu6pf.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f210/0212353/Mobile%20Uploads/20140607_122942_zpsurn9yrxn.jpg

sometime soon...........lights will go up. Need to get 6 more of these for another part of the basement for the wife's stuff.

Ugh.....so much storage! LOL - I'll never be able to find anything.....haha

[myoung84]

I need to pick up one of those shelves for my shed. I just put up a Rubbermaid 7x7 shed for all my lawn crap and will use the big nice shed for storage. I think it's a 10x12 or somewhere around there. My house has a huge attic but I have a 2x2 crawl hole to get to it. So, it's pretty much useless.

400

[0212353]

We can't have sheds.......stupid HOA!

[myoung84]

We don't have any rules. Lol. Well, I think we are required to have a privacy fence and have to have a normal color shingle (no green shingles, etc).

Can you have one of the fence height sheds? They have the rubbermaid ones that are only 6' tall.

[0212353]

nope.......I asked. Nothing..........I was like.......well no wonder all these assholes out here don't use their garages to park in.

derrrrrrrrrr

Good thing I don't cut my own grass! Shit, the new snow blower we bought in January....its in my basement right now. haha

[0212353]

finished up my shelving project this evening!

left side is mine, the back "L" is going to be for extra food, pantry stuff.

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f210/0212353/Mobile%20Uploads/20140609_190135_zpssqzhkxq2.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f210/0212353/Mobile%20Uploads/20140609_190144_zpsz3xedmy5.jpg

too

much

shit.............60% of that is old freakin' baby clothes. :favorites68:

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f210/0212353/Mobile%20Uploads/20140609_190156_zpsvff24dqf.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f210/0212353/Mobile%20Uploads/20140609_190204_zpss30asesw.jpg

few things to get cleaned up on the right, but the open area here is my son's pitching area. Going to get a net for him or something.....let that fun begin.

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f210/0212353/Mobile%20Uploads/20140609_190224_zpszuurofea.jpg

wife's crap (sorry, craft) area. As soon as I move das bubble wrap........:party36:

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f210/0212353/Mobile%20Uploads/20140609_190233_zpspddwflin.jpg

next project..........back yard.

No pics, but its a royal damn mess! needs "vegetation" removal.........its all literally weeds. I mean...........a MESS. horrible brick patio......not the right brick. LOL........so, first bid back, 12,600 bucks. :poop:

[myoung84]

The Power Wagon is up for sale on the dealers site. Still no price or pics listed. I had an online chat with them and they are asking $36,999.

http://www.chryslerdodgejeepramoftulsa.com/used/Dodge/2012-Dodge-Ram+2500-Tulsa-8f6678ad0a0a00022e0ea768d43a7330.htm



And here's the monotone Outdoorsman that's in transit...

http://www.chryslerdodgejeepramoftulsa.com/new/Ram/2014-Ram-1500-Tulsa-3f4f486a0a0a00e03918269eba7b2fba.htm

[0212353]

takin' them long enough to get it listed!

[myoung84]

Working out the truck already with 600 miles on the clock. Had a towable demo unit come in and I took it to get it cleaned up and put a little propane in the tank. This little guy weighs about 7200 lbs. It squats the truck about 3“ but I'm very impressed with how well the truck pulls it. The 8 speed and 3.92s are great! I had no problem keeping it at 70 on the highway. I have airbags coming in today so that will help a lot. I'll be dragging this thing around a little for the next couple weeks so I'll have more feedback soon. The built in brake controller seems to work pretty well.

http://i1089.photobucket.com/albums/i360/myoung84/20140613_102620_zpsjcbtplel.jpg (http://s1089.photobucket.com/user/myoung84/media/20140613_102620_zpsjcbtplel.jpg.html)
http://i1089.photobucket.com/albums/i360/myoung84/20140613_102635_zpsiozbzxup.jpg (http://s1089.photobucket.com/user/myoung84/media/20140613_102635_zpsiozbzxup.jpg.html)
http://i1089.photobucket.com/albums/i360/myoung84/20140613_104637_zpszxymrayz.jpg (http://s1089.photobucket.com/user/myoung84/media/20140613_104637_zpszxymrayz.jpg.html)
http://i1089.photobucket.com/albums/i360/myoung84/20140613_102419_zpsffymwdn9.jpg (http://s1089.photobucket.com/user/myoung84/media/20140613_102419_zpsffymwdn9.jpg.html)

[(S.M.R) 101]

Hell yes dude!

[0212353]

sweet man!

[(S.M.R) 101]

Today's the day fellas.

I'm getting married in 6 hours..... ohh boy

[0212353]

congrats dude!

enjoy your day man, once in a lifetime deal (well.....it should be!) - so do it right! ;)

[myoung84]

Congrats Kyle!

[(S.M.R) 101]

Thanks guys... this is a one time deal... and I've got Mr. Deford with me to keep the truck running just in case we need to make a quick escape back to Oklahoma, lol

[myoung84]

Getting my alignment done finally. They give you some weird looks when you tell them it's a 2014 with 1800 miles. Lol

[(S.M.R) 101]

Haha, Nice

[0212353]

hi!

[myoung84]

http://neiljwhite.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/hello_smiley_wave.png

[0212353]

Hoping something comes through...........well a "secondary" part......if so, this dork might be making a trip to Dallas soon ;)

(and thats all I can say about that for now)

[myoung84]

You have to give us more than that! Dick!

[0212353]

I know, I know..........

Just not at liberty to be vocal about it yet!

[(S.M.R) 101]

WTF dude! Secondary wife?

:D

[0212353]

nope!

[myoung84]

WTF dude! Secondary wife?

:D

You haven't been married long enough to realize one wife is MORE than enough. Lol

[0212353]

sometimes too much!

[0212353]

Anyone near 44.......on the 21st and 23rd? LOL

[myoung84]

What time you rolling through Tulsa?

[0212353]

fack, I dunno. LOL

If all goes as I want it too........I'm going to give myself all day to get there. Its a 10 hour drive....I'd probably leave STL around 7AM (cuz......thats how I roll?) 6 hours to Tulsa I think?

[0212353]

errrrr......just checekd the map to Dallas, it doesn't take me through Tulsa? I shoot down 69?

[myoung84]

You are correct sir. Tulsa would be out of your way.

[0212353]

doesn't look like that far.........and one of the reasons I'm not in a hurry to get down there.

I do want to see if I can meet up with some people on the trip, but I also know that being that its during the week, that might be more fun...

[myoung84]

Lunch time in Tulsa on Monday or Wednesday would be great for me... ;)

[0212353]

Might be a slightly later lunch. ;)

But, we'll make that happen, as long as all goes as planned on this! Should know Monday......just ensuring the busy schedules of the duders I'm going to see will fit. ;)

[myoung84]

It's all good. I'm a salesman, my lunch is from 11:00-3:00. Haha

[0212353]

LOL

great shit there!

[Deepfried]

It's getting hot in the shop. Come on Oct 1st!

[0212353]

no kiddin'.........I did an install yesterday in the garage. Fack this 93 degrees - jeez! Dropped a few pounds by sweatin' it off though. lol

[myoung84]

I hate summer. The only time I like summer is when I'm on the water, and I sold the boat, so......

[0212353]

going to Dallas next week! ;)

[myoung84]

You happen to have any fogs that could be tinted up real quick? Lol

I tried Lamin-x precut film and it fit like crap. The cut was really good on my 2012 but these new lights were horrible. Finally got pissed and ripped them off.

[0212353]

man, I've got my painter working OT.......and then some. wonder why the laminx didn't work? the fogs are flat? get a roll....cut yourself?

[myoung84]

The Lamin-x stuck just fine but they just aren't quite big enough. No matter how you put it on, you can see bare light and it looked like crap. I'll probably get some larger chunks, pull the lights, and do a custom cut.

Do you know how bad are the fogs to remove?

[0212353]

3 bolts and they come right out man.

I was under a 14 Saturday, not a bad setup on that now.

[myoung84]

Cool. I'll just do that then. I really don't need the fogs, so it doesn't matter what I do with them. Some little matchbox projectors with some color matching would look good, but it's a little over the top for me...

[0212353]

Is it Monday yet? lol

[myoung84]

Hahaha! Like a kid in a damn candy store!

[0212353]

seriously thinking of extending the trip by a day.....and running to Houston on Wed morning. Spend some time with a few dudes that afternoon / evening - then roll back home Thursday from Houston........

If I do, I'll be able to meet a competitor, which - would be neat. kinda like the idea of that, seeing another pro - meeting of the minds, etc. But.....it would be another $100 in gas, another $150 in hotel (assumed) and would add 8-9 more hours of driving.

I mean......shit, the truck has 24,300 miles now. In 3-4 days I might put 1600 on it. LOL

[myoung84]

I'd do it! Be a nice little trip.

[0212353]

depends on the boss........

lol

[BMRbrnSNRbrd]

Man its too bad work is going like it is right now or I would just take a day off and head up to Tulsa (on the bike, its not a bad ride down 66). Unfortunately a promotion and another guy's vacation aren't going to let that happen. Do you have any idea when you are going to be in Tulsa yet?

[myoung84]

Lunch on Monday. Really wish you could make it over David!

[0212353]

Bingo!

Won't be coming back through Tulsa though.......I'm going to run down to Houston as well, coming back from there takes me through Arkansas and shit. ;)

[0212353]

I'm excited!!

[(S.M.R) 101]

Get some windshield time in buddy!

[myoung84]

Hell yeah!

[0212353]

oh, and I did! LOL

Yesterday was fun. I enjoyed the quiet.....though my phone was blowing up most of the time. LOL (all good!)

That.....and my stupid fender liner decided to throw some bolts (not sure wtf happened there), but after 650 miles of getting beat around, here's what that looks like now:

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f210/0212353/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-07/20140721_172234_zpsecj9e3mu.jpg

Morgan, thanks for meeting up for lunch man! Tasty food, just wish I could have stayed a bit longer. Of course......pics! LOL

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f210/0212353/Bucket2/2014-07-21123121_zpsf1f09965.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f210/0212353/Bucket2/2014-07-21123128_zpsca26f9bc.jpg

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http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f210/0212353/Bucket2/2014-07-21123206_zps58aba7b5.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f210/0212353/Bucket2/2014-07-21123217_zpsca7169b6.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f210/0212353/Bucket2/2014-07-21123226_zps2a8fb9f7.jpg

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http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f210/0212353/Bucket2/2014-07-21123301_zps164a947b.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f210/0212353/Bucket2/2014-07-21123307_zps8f5ead63.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f210/0212353/Bucket2/2014-07-21123318_zpsb997850c.jpg

Making me want a new CC "longbed". LOL

But......hey, I can't complain. I'll hit 25K today on the truck. 26K should hit Thursday. LOL.......then she goes back to her normal life of 5-6K a YEAR. ;)

[myoung84]

Damn, I forgot about your fender liner. I had zip ties in the truck just for you. LOL

[0212353]

The 3 times I filled up yesterday, pulling into the gas stations.........you could hear the tire rubbin'. lol

[0212353]

well.........I no longer have a day job. :)

Wait, yes I do......but I don't work for anyone else but myself now!!

[myoung84]

Hell yeah man! I'll bet you'll be much happier to do something you love every day!

[0212353]

if I wasn't hung over today I'd be bouncing off the walls!

[BMRbrnSNRbrd]

Congratulations again dude. It is crazy how you went from the guy who had the balls to try and crack a headlight to a full-fledged, family supporting business in, what, 4 years?

[0212353]

yup! 5 years ago I did my first set.....4 years ago my second set....and then started the business. ;)

Could have done this last year...but wanted to get in the new house, get settled, etc. FUN!

[myoung84]

Going high tech for this year's Christmas lights! Two 30A 12V power supplies with a 16 channel controller powering about 250' of LED color changing lights. This includes lighting 100' of roof line and an 8' tree! Not doing anything with music this year, but probably will next year. Gotta start sequencing that in June. Lol. I've already got a pretty neat non-music 20 minute show ready to go that will be put on repeat. Still waiting on my lights to come in from Hong Kong...

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[0212353]

damnit man!

[Okiespaniels]

It's sure gotten quiet on here....does anyone mess with Ram trucks anymore?

I'm as much to blame as anyone for this. My poor old truck has suffered a bit in the last few months.

[(S.M.R) 101]

I here you Al,

Between getting married and buying a house the truck has just been of no importance for me over the last several months. Once this stupid winter goes away I will be able to start doing stuff in my nice huge garage!

[0212353]

bought the wife another van in early Dec.....my business bought the van we had.....and the truck has left the garage 4 times for a total of 40 miles since. Reminds me, I need to plug it in if I want her to start next time I take her out........

In the middle of all of that, I ripped her eyes out, sold them to someone else.......and she's on stock heads. BLEH.

[dieuthuyenvtt]

Burnouts are fine, shitty roads are not.