acebass

I got a quote from a local detailing shop -$800 for prep and treatment. Done in my driveway. Is this reasonable?

I got some scratches on my front bumper cover - no dent. Reputable body shop charged me over $500. Bracket costs less than $10. Based on this, I'd say $800 to take out dent and repaint is resonable.

Hey!

If you replace the speakers with 2 Ohm speakers, like the Infinity ones, you'll get more power out of your car stereo amps. You can check them out here http://www.crutchfield.com/S-vJSwuLvWgvb/shopsearch/infinity_car_speakers.html?awcp=1t2&awcr=40403339963&awdv=c&awkw=infinity%20car%20speakers&awmt=e&awnw=g#?nvpair=FFCategory%7C%5Brank399%5DCar%20Speakers&avf=N , or just go to Crutchfield.com.

Infinity speakers are very high fidelity, having a crossover and separate speakers for high and low.

Hey, folks!

Thanks for the replies to my question. This is really my first automatic tranny, so I miss the stick. I have been using it to downshift, rather than hit the brakes, and on the highway when I need a little more acceleration. It is true that I rev the engine higher when I'm shifting manually.

I guess I can have faith in the auto tranny and try to let it do the work. Thanks again for your help.

Rob

Hey, Folks,

I have a 2014 R/T. I've been shifting manually, but I'm starting to wonder if this can cause trouble with the transmission. Any thoughts/experience with this?

Thanks,

Rob

Washington, DC - I'm not in any state, LOL!!!

Mine is 2 coat redline. Always looks shiny - even when it's filthy!

Hey!

I'd be interested in having a Journey Meet. I live in Washington, DC and would go as far as Chicago.

Thanks,

Rob

Ace of Baseness

Hey!

I just put one on yesterday. Installation was a little confusing, as the instructions showed that a screwdriver will remove them. I just used a set of plyers - they came right out - no damage to rivets!

I put mine on today. Instructions could have been a little clearer, especially about those 4 push pins; took me a while to figure out they didn't mean screws (I use plyers for pins, and screwdrivers for screws). Heated up the adhesive with a heat gun before appllication, and blew some heat over the edges before final seating. Maybe that'll cause the car to explode, but the bumper will look nice, LOL!!!

Acebass

Can you tell me how you got the silver colored bezel off the radio and A/C? Do you have to take the whole cover off first?

Thanks

Yes. It is a really good radio (compared to other car companies "factory stock" ones).

I have a few mini USB power cords that plug into the 12v power source. They will work with my Garmin, but don't seem to supply enough voltage; the unit comes on, but it's dim, sometimes hums, and the audo out may not work. For $10 or so, you can puchase a spare power cord for use in other vehicles.

I think the mini USB would be for uploading to your computer, since USB is only 5 VDC and the unit is powered by 12 VDC, you are talking about two different cables.

Once you remove the cover over the radio and climate control, you'll see how easy it'll be to snake a cable down to the power outlets. You can see the top of the dark little cubbie hole just past the power outlets and you'll see that the top is just a flap of rubber and there is room for several cables.

Hey, Pioneer!

Those bars look great! Been thinking about getting a set of stainless bars from JC Whitney

http://www.jcwhitney.com/3-custom-fit-side-bars/p2010534.jcwx?filterid=d18617y2010j2

Do they really help avoid parking lot dents (good way to justify the cost to the missus, LOL!!!)? I already had some twit get me in the left rear wheel well (can you say $618 US ??) 2 days after I got my baby!

Rock on

Acebass

Hi all just finished fitting these bars. They weren't a Mopar item, I bought them on-line from http://www.direct4x4.co.uk/list-products.php?id=251 good price and an easy fit. I think they look the part, and it helps when I have the roof box on and with supermarket door dents which are common and irritating. Links to a few pics:

http://i993.photobucket.com/albums/af59/steve2464/Dodge%20Journey%20SXT%20CRD/4d218514.jpg

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My new 2wd SXT's performance up my driveway in light snow was pretty pathetic. I've been thinking of installing a winch. Anyone have any thoughts on doing this?

Thanks,

AB

I have a 2010 SXT. The diagnostic port's at the bottom of all the plastic covers, right by the steering column. It's pointing down, so you either have to connect up a reader by sense of touch, or crouch upside down.

Hey, Folks!

Just drove my 2010 3.5L Journey home. Hope to learn what you guys have done to trick out yours. First step will be to put in a backup camera.

Later Dudes!