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04-05-2005, 08:40 AM
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Noob here, first Post
Hey gang!
I have been lurking here for a couple of weeks and decided to join the discussion!
First I have to confess--I don't drive an RX-8, my wife does! I drive a Dodge 3/4-ton pickup, (hence my username). Anyway I have already found out some good info and look forward to the friendly discussion!
Dodger
I have been lurking here for a couple of weeks and decided to join the discussion!
First I have to confess--I don't drive an RX-8, my wife does! I drive a Dodge 3/4-ton pickup, (hence my username). Anyway I have already found out some good info and look forward to the friendly discussion!
Dodger
04-05-2005, 08:42 AM
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Well a warm welcome to you sir.
I don't drive one yet and I've been here for six months, so I guess you having one in the familly is one step better than that for sure :D
Been waiting and waiting to buy for a whole number of reasons that crop up, like now selling the house and moving to a new one. And not getting rid of the old car so won't have a third parking spot till we get to the new house :p
I don't drive one yet and I've been here for six months, so I guess you having one in the familly is one step better than that for sure :D
Been waiting and waiting to buy for a whole number of reasons that crop up, like now selling the house and moving to a new one. And not getting rid of the old car so won't have a third parking spot till we get to the new house :p
04-05-2005, 08:53 AM
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Welcome Dodger, hope you continue to learn from the forums. I was lurking here for quite a while before I made my purchase. Any pics/specs of her car?
04-05-2005, 08:58 AM
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I don't have picks, but here is the car
2005 Automatic,
GT Package
Appearance Package
rear spoiler
Sunroof wind deflector
I think that covers it!
2005 Automatic,
GT Package
Appearance Package
rear spoiler
Sunroof wind deflector
I think that covers it!
04-05-2005, 09:26 AM
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Originally Posted by Dodger
I don't have picks, but here is the car
2005 Automatic,
GT Package
Appearance Package
rear spoiler
Sunroof wind deflector
I think that covers it!
2005 Automatic,
GT Package
Appearance Package
rear spoiler
Sunroof wind deflector
I think that covers it!
04-05-2005, 09:44 AM
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Originally Posted by Dodger
SHE wanted and got silver with the black interior
Besides, it's proven that black 8's are the fastest - the color absorbs ambient energy
Congrats to the both of you!
What do YOU think of the car?
04-05-2005, 10:03 AM
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I like it :D . It is a lot of fun to drive, but it is hard to get used to coming from my truck, which I also really enjoy driving! I have to get used to sitting back rather than sitting up.
04-05-2005, 10:06 AM
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Welcome... there's solid amount of info after the last 18+ months of ownership on this board, so search away or ask if you have any questions.
PS. That thing got a Hemi?
PS. That thing got a Hemi?
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Originally Posted by Dodger
Hey gang!
I have been lurking here for a couple of weeks and decided to join the discussion!
First I have to confess--I don't drive an RX-8, my wife does! I drive a Dodge 3/4-ton pickup, (hence my username). Anyway I have already found out some good info and look forward to the friendly discussion!
Dodger
I have been lurking here for a couple of weeks and decided to join the discussion!
First I have to confess--I don't drive an RX-8, my wife does! I drive a Dodge 3/4-ton pickup, (hence my username). Anyway I have already found out some good info and look forward to the friendly discussion!
Dodger
Best,
Bill
04-05-2005, 10:13 AM
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Screw gas mileage
Welcome to the board....I got a question for you, what does it mean when it says a "3/4 ton" pickup?
And tell her to watch out with that silver...they're dangerous
And tell her to watch out with that silver...they're dangerous
04-05-2005, 10:45 AM
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Originally Posted by Rotario
Welcome, Dodger! You're a shining example of a truly cool husband to let your wife have all the fun! You should remind her how lucky she is every now and then.l
04-05-2005, 10:59 AM
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Thanks, I am pretty lucky myself! :D
My pickup is a Ram 2500. It is based on hauling/towing capacity. A 1500 is a half ton, a 2500 is a 3/4 ton, and a 3500 is a one ton. The higher the number the more you can haul.
My pickup is a Ram 2500. It is based on hauling/towing capacity. A 1500 is a half ton, a 2500 is a 3/4 ton, and a 3500 is a one ton. The higher the number the more you can haul.
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Funny you should mention it, but a couple of weeks ago my wife and I were driving around in her 8 and an SRT-10 came along side us and I think he wanted to race (that or he couldn't drive a stick). He would rev the engine, take off, slow down and let us catch up and do the same thing. Stupid dodge drivers!
SRT-10s are fine if you jsut wanna go fast, but are fairly worthless if you want to pull something. Put a 10,000 pound trailer behind my truck and an SRT, and we will see who has the most muscle! :D
SRT-10s are fine if you jsut wanna go fast, but are fairly worthless if you want to pull something. Put a 10,000 pound trailer behind my truck and an SRT, and we will see who has the most muscle! :D
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Actually you are probably right, the SRT would pull it. I might have overstepped a bit with my "most muscle comment!"
It is just that Dodge does not recommend any pulling with the SRT--It has a 900# payload capacity, and no tow rating.
It is just that Dodge does not recommend any pulling with the SRT--It has a 900# payload capacity, and no tow rating.
04-06-2005, 08:42 AM
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Originally Posted by Dodger
Actually you are probably right, the SRT would pull it. I might have overstepped a bit with my "most muscle comment!"
It is just that Dodge does not recommend any pulling with the SRT--It has a 900# payload capacity, and no tow rating.
It is just that Dodge does not recommend any pulling with the SRT--It has a 900# payload capacity, and no tow rating.
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Originally Posted by Dodger
Thanks, I am pretty lucky myself! :D
My pickup is a Ram 2500. It is based on hauling/towing capacity. A 1500 is a half ton, a 2500 is a 3/4 ton, and a 3500 is a one ton. The higher the number the more you can haul.
My pickup is a Ram 2500. It is based on hauling/towing capacity. A 1500 is a half ton, a 2500 is a 3/4 ton, and a 3500 is a one ton. The higher the number the more you can haul.
(sorry dear)
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