Help me choose add-ons for 01, ebrake, etc

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Hello to all. Well I finally got it, now to trim it out. I've been following threads trying to decide on accessories, made some choices but need help with others. Any input from you pro's would be appreciated.

#1- exhause brake. Think I'll go with the e-brake by jacobs. But the more I read here the more confused I am on p/n. Is 82205577 a good number for the 2001? Got a good price from mopar-for-less but not sure if the 2000 & 2001 use the same p/n.

#2- From Geno's, want to order the following - stongard for headlights, painless wiring (interior) & cup smoothie. Does the smoothie work ok with the 01 console?

#3- Need mud flaps. Need a good source for flaps that will really work. Tow a horse trailer most of the time.

Will be leaving for Alaska in June and need to protect the truck from gravel, stones - any ideas.

Thanks gang, waited for this truck for many years and now would like to baby it.

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2001 Ram 3500 QC 4x4, Cummins HO with 6 speed trans. Trailer tow, camper package, stock w/all the goodies except leather. Pulling 3 horse slant load with Lance 8. 5 slide-in camper.

 

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As for the trip to Alaska and protecting against gravel & stones here's what I did. In my area they oil then gravel the roads twice a year. For 2-3 weeks after they do it gravel gets kicked up constantly. I had many small dings in my intercooler and radiators after just one graveling last fall. I put Stull's SS grill & bumper inserts on my truck and now no more dings. It's a stainless steel mesh that even stops most bugs from getting in. You remove the honeycomb inserts the factory put in and replace them with these. I bought them online through Summit racing for approx. $165 for the set (here's a link http://store.summitracing.com/product.asp?ssid=28D4G7PIEYPKFPCFNBI6ICOWF5&p=A6ED2A00-3612-11D3-949D-080009FC5B5F ). I'm attaching a picture as well. Enjoy your new '01!

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'98 Quad Cab Long Bed (CMNSPWR), 4x4, ISB, 5sp, 4. 10 LSD, Prime-loc remote fuel filter, boost & pyro gauges, TST Powermax, muffler eliminator, 5" chrome tip, BD Exhaust Brake, Isspro turbo temp monitor, Permatech spray in liner, Grizzly stainless nerf bars, Stull SS grill & bumper inserts, Front Draw-Tite receiver, BFG 285/75R16 AT KO's

 

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Bajapilot,

If I remember correctly when I ordered my E-brake 82205577 was the correct number for the ETH engine. I installed mine a week ago, it works great. I'm now in the process of installing a 4" exhaust.

P. S. while you messing around with the turbo you might just remove it an then drill, tap, and plug the manifold and the E-brake for pyro's. That way if you want to add them later that part of the job is already done.

Kevin

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2001 2500 QC LWB 4x4 6-speed loaded except leather, ordered 1/10/00, deleivered 3/22/00, picked up 3/23/00

 

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Once again Kevin, I'm trying to keep up with you. I purchased the switch from Napa that you recommended, and today I just ordered the E-Brake from mopar4less.com. I noticed that you recommended (above) tapping the manifold AND the E-Brake. Are you running two pyros or switching between the locations or is one a boost? Where did you tap the E-Brake? Thanks again,

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David Dressler
2001 Driftwood 3500 Quad Cab 4x4, 155 inch WB, 5. 9L HO Cummins Diesel (ETH), 6-Speed HD Manual (DEE), SLT Plus, 3. 54 Anti-Spin Axle, Camper Special Group, Trailer Tow Group, Leather, Sliding Rear Window, etc.
"Diesel, it's not just for breakfast!"