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Joe
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9/06/2002
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Can anyone give me some opinions on which brand and model fiberglass bed cover would look and work best on my 2002 Quad Cab Dak? Thanks for you input. It's much appreciated.
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tim
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9/07/2002
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i love the look of my A.R.E. LID.www.4are.com
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Marks DQC
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9/07/2002
21:21:31
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Some of the advice depends on what the goal is. Do you want low profile the shows the least? Want a little lip/spoiler at the back? Want a raised center? etc.
I love mt Gaylords lid. Its very low profile, flat, and well made. Pictures at:
Marks DQC
2001 Dakota Quad Cab SLT , 4.7L, Auto, 3.55, Garnet Red over Slate
Zaino, Tint, Vent Guard, Gaylords Lid, Hotchkis, Bilstein, Wet Okole Covers, Painted Grill Shell w/ Ram inserts, S/S Bumper/Valence Cover, Billet Antenna, Precision Roll Pan, APC Clear Corners, Airaid, Gibson
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BobbyD
Dodge Dakota
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9/08/2002
01:34:16
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Mark, where did you get that grill insert? That's the kind of grill insert I'm interested in. Something that looks nice, without screaming - look at me.
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Marks DQC
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9/08/2002
12:54:39
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I made them from Ram grill inserts. I have a brief explanation on my web site at:
http://home.gt.rr.com/markandjanell/dakotagrill.htm
2001 Dakota Quad Cab SLT , 4.7L, Auto, 3.55, Garnet Red over Slate
Zaino, Tint, Vent Guard, Gaylords Lid, Hotchkis, Bilstein, Wet Okole Covers, Painted Grill Shell w/ Ram inserts, S/S Bumper/Valence Cover, Billet Antenna, Precision Roll Pan, APC Clear Corners, Airaid, Gibson
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Joe
Dodge Dakota
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9/08/2002
21:50:22
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Thanks for your input guys. I checked out the Gaylords and they look nice, but I didn't like that they had two locks. I'm going to be accessing the back frequently so it might be too much hassle. I have been leaning toward an A.R.E or a Lorider. I'm looking for one that is low profile, water resistant seal, sits more flush with the body than hang over it, and doesn't have a "T" handle that makes it look home made. And one that's not too darn heavy to lift or shut. How did that rail system on your A.R.E. turn out Tim? Does water get in the bed when you wash your truck?
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Rocco21
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9/09/2002
19:40:25
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Hey Joe...i have a 01 club cab but my extang full tilt cover makes it really easy to access the back...also easy to take off if u need too.
http://www.extang.com/fulltilttonnoindex.html if u want some more info
Rocco21
Gibson Cat Back Exhaust, 360 Intake
Clear Corners, SS Grill, Rhino Liner
Draw Tight Window Visors, No Badges
Viper Alarm, Extang Full Tilt Tonneau Cover
http://photos.yahoo.com/morroccoimaging
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Derek C
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9/09/2002
20:58:57
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Look into the GemTop GT Classic, its super low profile and doesnt let ANY water in and has 1 lock, i had one on my s10 and it was awesome! I know have an A.R.E on my dakota and it also does the job pretty good and would also recommend it.
The GemTop is steel and the A.R.E is fiberglass.
Derek
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blakdak01
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9/09/2002
21:30:21
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try www.checkerpro.com. flush fiberglass covers for an Excellent price. ill be getting one of these in a few months
Http://www.streetsourcemag.com/Profile.asp?profileid=9795
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Joe
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9/09/2002
23:53:59
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I got a quote today for the A.R.E. and wow! Does $1000 painted and installed sound about right to anyone or am I getting ripped off in Houston?
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none
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9/10/2002
07:14:38
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i just got a "mountain top" bed cover. made of aluminum diamond plate with an aluminum rail around the perimiter. $900 installed. can hold up to 220 lbs on top. gives a bit more of a tuffer look than a fiberglass one.
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Joe
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9/10/2002
22:18:44
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You got any pics of that "mountain top" none? Where did you get it?
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jdub
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9/13/2002
11:31:17
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mark where did you get the ram head third brake light cover. ive been lokkin everywhere but i cant find one.
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tim
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9/16/2002
20:41:46
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joe i am an A.R.E. dealer in wis. we sell the lid for829.00 and 40.00 for install. who are u dealing with? in dfw area?
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Marks DQC
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9/16/2002
22:02:58
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A guy in Dallas used to sell them. Maybe he still does. Used to post here as Cyberdak and started a business www.g-forced.com. Last I heard from him he had taken a regular job and I don't know how to get ahold of him. Maybe someone in the Dallas area will still have contact info.
2001 Dakota Quad Cab SLT , 4.7L, Auto, 3.55, Garnet Red over Slate
Zaino, Tint, Vent Guard, Gaylords Lid, Hotchkis, Bilstein, Wet Okole Covers, Painted Grill Shell w/ Ram inserts, S/S Bumper/Valence Cover, Billet Antenna, Precision Roll Pan, APC Clear Corners, Airaid, Gibson
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Joe
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9/16/2002
23:02:51
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Hey Tim, actually the quote I got was 895 installed. When you add tax it's pretty close to 1000. I guess you answered my question though. It seems that's about the going rate for them. Thanks. I'm in Houston by the way.
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YO
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9/17/2002
17:13:59
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I just got an ARE last week for a QC, 749 -20 coupon off the website plus tax. Install included. Check out for more dealers on the website. I am in STL, and every one I called was less than 800
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Joe
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9/19/2002
07:09:38
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Thanks Yo. I'm waiting on a call from someone that said they might be able to get it for less.
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