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    Powder Coated Step Bars

    Does any one make a 4 or 5" oval step bar that is powder coated? I'm trying to protect the side of my truck from chips without going to running boards. Thanks for the help!
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    First oil change??? Synthetic?? Filter??

    I have a 05 with only 5000 miles. (The first oil change) I'm thinking about going to synthetic or should I not? Would this be ok with this low of miles? If ok. What would be a good syn. oil and filter to use? Is it good to use a bypass filter system? Thanks for the help!
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    35" (34.8 dia.) vs 295 (33.3 dia) fuel milage?

    Would there be much difference in the mpg between these tire sizes? My 35's killed my mpg with a 3. 73 auto. I was going to drop down to 295's or 305's if it would help my milage. Would I need to go smaller? Thanks
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    305/70-17 Tire ?

    Dose anyone run these? What is the pros and cons of this size? Mainly! Is the MPG better than 35/12. 50-17? I run the 35s on my 05 4x4 3. 73 now. Looks great!! MPG is bad. I may have to go to a 33 tire to get better MPG's. Trying to find a tire between a 33 and a 35... ... Thanks for the help!
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    Reprogram for 35 x 12.50 tires

    I went to 35" tires on my 05. When I have the computer reset for the correct revolutions this should correct the speedo. and milage. I have 3. 73 gears. It feels like the truck bogs down and needs to shift to a lower gear sometimes. This can't be good for the trans. When I have the dealer reset...
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    1" - 1-1/2" Front Lift

    I want to bring the front end of my 05 4x4 up 1" to 1-1/2" (NOT A 2" LEVELING KIT- too high) Highway driving. Don't want to mess with the ride. Its bad enough. Stock shocks are not that good! Any suggestions? Thanks!
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    35" tire or the next size down?

    I have a 05 4x4 which just turned over 4000 miles. I work in a mine so I don't drive it to work. I put 35" (34. 8") pro-comp tires on stock wheels at 1500 miles. They look great but they rub at full turn and the mpg is terrible. I'm thinking about going to the next size down for better fuel...
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    Oval Step Bars

    Oval Step Bars bigger than 4 inch. I saw a set of oval step bars on a truck today that looked like they were bigger than 4 inch. They looked around 5 inches + or -. I couldn't get a measurement due to the fact the truck was moving. Does any one know who makes a oval step bar bigger than 4...
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    Speedometor/mileage change w/ 35" tires?

    My 05 4x4 373 gears had 265's on it and I put 35x12. 50's on. I don't know what I need to do to get my speedometer and mileage to be correct with the 35's. I'm going on about a 1000 mile trip this weekend and want to know how fast I'm going and my mileage (approx. ) Has anyone put on 35's that...
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    Rocks from tires chipping paint !!!!

    I have 1748 miles on my 05. Rocks being thrown up by the tires is chipping the rockers and doors all to pieces. I have the molded mud flaps. They help some but not enough. Does any spray on liner come in mineral gray met. ? Is there a coating like is on the bottom of a lot of imports that can be...
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    D25 Leveling Springs ??

    Is any one using these springs to level their truck? Do they ride better than stock? Does any one have the "DEATH WABBLE" problem with the D25's? Is their a better way to go? I won't be doing any major off roading. Any pro's or con's would be very helpful. The only thing that I don't like about...
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    Springs or spacers for leveling ???

    I have 05 4x4 2500 with 35x12. 50 on stock wheels. This truck will be used for towing (Some, not much) and highway driving not off roading much. I don't know where to go with spacers and keep my springs and shocks or to get springs (D25's maybe). I think I might get a better ride with the...
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    Ac Noises When Turned On

    If I get in my 2005 truck, start it, when I turn on the ac it sounds like I hit the compressor with a hammer. Then if I turn it off and do it again, it clicks in normal and don't make a loud noises. Is this normal?? THANKS
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    Pro Comp 35 x 12.50 tire ?..

    The tire guy I know has a set of these tires. (new A/T's) He said he would sale them to me for 145. 00 ea. mounted and balanced. He told me they where listed as BLEMS but he nor I could find any flaws. They are rated around 3100 lb and are 34. 8 inches dia. I have an 05 4X4, 3. 73's with an...
  15. J

    motor rust

    I bought 2005 CTD and the motor has rust on the block ,head ,etc. Just a orange surface rust. Does anyone have this ? What can be done for this problem. I don't mean to be picky, but when we have to pay such high prices for these trucks they should be perfect when we get them!!!!
  16. J

    Leveling Kit? "TRUXXX"

    Has anyone ever heard of a leveling kit made by TRUXXX ? Go to truxxx.com
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    2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission front fender rust

    My drivers side fender has two rust holes, one at the bottom of the fender. The other right above where molding goes on. I would love to find a 1995 green fender used or any color. I have called seven used parts stores and no one has anything for the drivers side. I don't like to fix rust...
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    2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Brake Drum Problems

    I would like to change my 1995 4x4 automatic 2500 rear drums to 3500 drums. What all will I need to change besides the drums? I have to put new drums on once a year because they warp. I hope the 3500 drums will solve this problem. I also drive down a steep mountain to work every day. This don't...
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    Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) 315's On A 95 Auto

    Has any one had any trouble running 315 tires with an auto. Mine has a rebuilt, but stock trans and a #8 plate all the way forward. I'm running 295's now and every thing is fine. Will there be a big power lose going to 315's? Thanks!
  20. J

    Rear Bumper

    Does anyone have any prints or drawings on for a rear bumper. The price of buying one is a little high. I'm thinking about mounting the spare on the bumper to swing open so I can let the tailgate down. I'm open to ANY ideas. Thanks for the help!
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