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Noob's Guide to Modding Gen 3 Durango

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#1 · (Edited)
Wanted to put together a consolidated list of all mods that are available for the Gen 3 Durangos. Many thanks to all who have posted some of the below in other threads. Would like to keep this a living list that I will edit for things I missed and new products that come along.

Updating your UConnect software
Go to the Dodge site to download the update here:
https://rsur.extra.chrysler.com/rsur/Uconnect.do

YouTube Tutorial on how to update:

Get your truck's build sheet directly from Dodge
http://www.dodge.com/webselfservice...&actionURL=%2Fwccs%2Fbrand_forms%2Fus%2Fweb form.jsp&promotion=null&category=U

MOPAR MaxCare Warranty - the OFFICIAL one from Chrysler - This the one to get
If you are going to purchase, typically the best price can be found from Clay Robbin at Zeller Motors:

Email: clay@zellermotors.com
Phone number: (620) 442-8650
Website: http://www.zellermotors.com
Forum Name: ClayR

Cold Air Intakes – 5.7L:

K&N 77 Series – Part# 77-1563KP
77-1563KP - K&N Intake Kits, Performance Intake Kit direct from K&N

K&N 63 Series - part# 63-1563 (63 series is a black plastic intake tube, the 77 is a chrome aluminum tube)

MOPAR – Part# 77070041
77070041 Mopar Performance Cold Air Intake System - Jeep Grand Cherokee & Dodge Durango - 5.7L HEMI - Mopar Performance Online

Volant – Part# 161576
Volant Cool Air Intakes

Legmaker intake
LMI Frankentake IV Carbon Fiber CAI 11-13 5.7 Grand Cherokee

Air Raid
http://www.autoanything.com/air-intakes/61A1846A0A0.aspx


Throttle Bodies – 5.7L and 3.6L

Modern Muscle Performance
http://www.hemifevertuning.com/product_p/mm85-car-13.htm

Fastman
5.7L 5.7L 6.1L 6.4L Hemi V8 Throttle Bodies - The Fastman
3.6L 3.6L V6 Throttle Bodies - The Fastman


PCM Tuners / Custom Tunes:

Diablo Intune I-1000 DCX
inTune-DCX Automotive Handheld Tuner

Hemifever Tuning - Sean (Requires a Diablo Trinity or Intune):
Dodge/Chrysler/Jeep

Diablotoona - Johan (Requires a Diablo Trinity or Intune):
www.diablotoona.com

Hemituner Performance - A.J. (Requires a Diablo Trinity or Intune):
http://www.hemitunerperformance.com/

Fumoto oil drain valve
http://www.amazon.com/Fumoto-F-106N...ref=sr_1_1?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1414285021&sr=1-1&keywords=fumoto+oil+valve

Complete Cat-Back Exhausts:

Borla – 5.7L Part# 140449
Durango 2011-2014 Cat-Back Exhaust part # 140449

MagnaFlow -5.7L – Part # 15068
MagnaFlow Exhaust Products - For Trucks, Suv's, American Muscle, Diesel, & Sport Compact Vehicles

Flowmaster – 5.7L Part# 817564
2011, 2012, 2013 Dodge Durango Performance Exhaust Systems - Flowmaster 817564 - Flowmaster Exhaust Systems

Corsa - 5.7L - PN 14459 (polished tips) PN 14459BLK (black tips)
Www.corsaperformance.com

Superchargers

Whipple:
http://www.whipplesuperchargers.com/product.asp?ProdID=1281

Ripp:
http://www.rippmods.com/shop/2011-2014-57-grand-cherokee-hemi


Catch-Cans

DiabloSport – Part# C-1000 (billet technologies makes this, so essentially it's the same as the BT can below)
Diablo Sport - C1060 '11-'13 6.4L 392 HEMI Cars Catch Can

Billet Technologies – Part# 20111
Billet Technology Signature Series Catch Can 2011 and up Jeep 5.7L, Jeep 6.4L and Durango 5.7L


Interior / Exterior Accessories

Hoods
RKSport Ram Air Hood - Part # 44011000 :
http://www.autoanything.com/body-kits/77A5166A3818097.aspx

Amerihood SRT-style hood
http://amerihood.com/dodge-durango-2011-2015-srt8-style-functional-heat-extraction-hood.html

Pretty much any autoanything coupon code will work on the hood, so you can save a good amt of coin on this!

Strut Covers
You can use the Billet Tech covers for the charger
(http://www.custombilletstore.com/product_p/3016.htm). but you will also need the following to make them work, courtesy of member, Yokohamatribe:

The coupling nuts and no head bolts you need are
1. 2 M12 Coupling nuts 20mm length, 1.75mm pitch, - If you can get 23mm length nut, it is the best but that might be a special order
2. 2 M12 No head bolts, 25mm length, 1.75mm pitch
Stainless steel is the best.

Headlights 2011-2013
Oracle Halo light kit:
http://www.automotivelightstore.com/durango11.aspx

2014-15 OEM Black Bezeled Halogen Headlamps w/ LED DRL
Left P/N: 55112969AA Right P/N: 55112968AA

Fog lights
Oracle Halo fog light kit
http://www.automotivelightstore.com/2011-2013DodgeDurangoORACLEFogLightHaloKit.aspx

Shark fin antenna (for 2011-2013 M/Y)
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009STU022/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_3dovub1EZR437

Billet Goodies:
Durango

Cherokee SRT8 Start Button – Part# 1UL96XR4AA


2011+ Mopar stainless sill guards - part# 82212281


Engine cover overlay decals
http://www.reflectiveconcepts.com/durango/

Matt at reflective concepts will pretty much make you anything you want, including overlays for the start button and rotary shifter

Custom exterior badging
http://srtbadges.com

Rear R/T Chrome Badge: Part # 4806327AC

Charger / Challenger Red adhesive R/T Badge- Part # 4806323AB
Charger R/T red clip grille emblem - part# 68104034AA

Mopar grille badge: Part # 82212923

Blacktop Edition badging
AWD (55112960AA)
RT (55112962AA)
DURANGO (55112959AA)
LIMITED (55112961AA)


Triton LED turn signals- you need the 3157 bulb for the front turn signals. http://www.vleds.com/v3-triton/bulb-system/amber/v3-a.html

Mats/Liners – Part#’s are for Black – other colors may have diff#’s

Weather Tech Floor Mats – Part# 444851-443244
Weather Tech Cargo Liner- Part# 40493
Husky Weatherbeater Floor Mats - Part# 99051 / Front & 2nd Seat Rear Floor Mats
Husky Weatherbeater Cargo Liner – Part# 20421
Kagu 3piece - folds to accommodate 3rd row in raised position -
http://www.ebay.com/itm/121321940228?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

Dash Trim Kit:
Remin – Part# 20622322
Remin® - Dodge Durango 2014 Main Kit

Interior/Exterior Trim Removal Kit:
http://www.amazon.com/No-Scratch-To..._1_5?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1398869798&sr=1-5&keywords=auto+trim+removal+tool

Tints – Rear window tint is 20% from factory, where legal
Website to check tint laws in all 50 states:
http://windowtintlaws.org

Mopar interior LED footwell lighting - part number 82212347

Fender Stripes
eBay



Wheels

Rimpro wheel bands

http://www.carid.com/rimpro-tec/rimpro-tec-wheel-bands-16610587.html

OEM TPMS sensors - part num 56029398AB

SRT/Viper Wheels:
http://shop.doubledmods.com/Wheels_c1377.htm
Factory Reproductions
Dodge Stock Wheels-Factory OEM Dodge Rims Replica-Stock Wheel Solutions
http://www.oewheelsllc.com


Wheel Locks

MOPAR Wheel Locks – Part# 82212564
McGard Wheel Locks (lower profile than MOPAR) Part# 24215 - Chrome M14 x 1.5
Gorilla spline - style wheel locks - chrome. Part #. 71643N
Gorilla spline - style wheel locks - black part # 71643NBC

Splash Guards

MOPAR Splash Guards - Part # 82212021AB - NOTE: Fronts do not fit R/T cleanly
Husky Splash Guards – Part# 58001/59001
Husky Mud Guards - Videos & 795+ Reviews on Husky Truck Splash Guards - Front & Rear Dually Mud Guards

Caliper Covers

MGP Caliper Covers – Part# varies by options
MGP Caliper Covers

Brakes

SRT8 brake conversion guide courtesy of jeepgarage.org
http://www.jeepgarage.org/f177/how-to-add-2012-jeep-srt8-brembos-to-your-2011-durango-46807.html

Hitches

OEM Mopar Hitch - Part numbers
Wiring harness - 82213986AB - not needed on some 2014 R/Ts
1XV07TZZAB - FACIA HITCH - 1 - smooth hitch cover for R/T, blacktop, rallye
52124606AF - HITCH TRAILER - 1
05113693AA - grey textured plastic hitch cover for citadel, sxt or limited.
06508668AA or 06508034AA - BOLT HEX HEAD - 2 ---- NOTE - most online websites will not find either of these part #'s when you search for them. If you search on "BOLT" , look for the result that says "Trailer Hitch, bolt" and has an MSRP of $6.10 - that should be the one. Bolt size is M14x2.00x45.00 YOU ONLY NEED TO BUY 2 ADDITIONAL BOLTS AS THERE ARE ALREADY 6 ON THE TRUCK HOLDING THE EXISTING BUMPER BAR IN PLACE
56055632AC - CONNECTOR 7 WAY - 1
6500911 - PLASTIC RIVET - 4


Curt, Hidden Hitch and Draw-Tite
https://www.etrailer.com/hitch-2014_Dodge_Durango.htm

Mopar Pedal Kit
Mopar Brake and Gas pedal kit - part num 82212055
Emergency brake cover - actually a Mercedes part - needs to be modded slightly to fit durango: http://www.speedlogixstore.com/product-p/203-430-00-84.htm

Stainless steel heel guard
http://www.ultimatepedals.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=89_90&products_id=3905

Custom stainless steel dead pedal - special thanks to motormolardoc. http://www.ebay.com/itm/15167330249...253D1%2526rmvSB%253Dtrue% 26srcrot%3D711-53200-19255-0%26rvr_id%3D904521731038

Running Boards:

Dee Zee NXC Running Boards - NXc Running Boards | Dee Zee

Dee Zee Running Board Brackets- Part# DZZ-16241
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/DZZ-16241

MOPAR Tubular Running Boards - Stainless/Chrome Part# 82212298AC
Side Steps, Tubular - 82212298AC | Mopar

MOPAR Tubular Running Boards - Grey Part# 82212299AC
Side Steps, Tubular - 82212299AC | Mopar

MOPAR Molded Running Boards – Part# 82212294AB
Running Board, Molded - 82212294AB | Mopar

Suspension

Black Ops Auto R/T (SRT) Endlinks
http://www.blackopsautoworks.com/pages/products.html?Iit=524&Ict=20

Arrington Performance Strut Tower Brace
http://go.redirectingat.com/?id=162... durango-accessories-2011/15940-noobs-guide-modding-gen-3-durango.html&xtz=300

R/T Sway Bars (for those looking to upgrade non-R/T Durangos)

Rear - Part Num: 68184507AA
Front - Part Num: 68184512AA

Billet Adjustable Rear Control Arms
http://www.speedlogixstore.com/product-p/sx-0004.htm
 
#2 ·
Wow Big List
I will tell you I love the Mopar intake
The Diablo tuner works great if you plan to do all those Mods above.
The Diablo Catch Can is Made by Billet Tech so they are the same
STEVE
 
#4 · (Edited by Moderator)
This is so cool. Thank you for putting the list together. As far as general late model Hemi performance (not Durango specific) you may be interested in: Vendors have been removed because of some poor experiences over the past 2 years.

Edit: WOW--how times have changed. After almost 2 years, some poor experiences have changed who I recommend: Mike Doban @ OSTDyno is my #1 pick for tuning. He's also part owner of HRH Performance and I plan to look very closely at their engine options. David Weber @ Modern Muscle Performance (in Martinsville Virginia) is known for his no-BS attitude and he will not recommend a part just to make a buck. He makes a great product and will be my 2nd choice if I can't get what I want from Mike. Joshua Schwartz @ High Horse Performance (HHP) also makes a great product. Honestly, you could talk to all 3 and then just see which one you want to do business with. I don't think anyone would be disappointed with any of them.

Speedlogix is a good vendor for lots of products, Billet Technology makes some nice bling products, and I bought my long tube headers and a catch can from Joe Solisimo at Solis Motor Group (find them on Facebook). All good people/vendors.
 
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#6 ·
This is so cool. Thank you for putting the list together. As far as general late model Hemi performance (not Durango specific) you may be interested in: Inertia Motorsports (Inertia Motorsports), Arrington Performance (shopHEMI.com), and Speedlogix (Speedlogix) are some of my favorites from the LX world.

They don't necessarily market specifically for the Durango, but MOST things for the JGC should carry over and most of the engine internals should carry over with proper tuning. If nothing else, the experts at any of those shops should be able to help recommend parts.
Thanks for the comments. Was thinking of adding a vendor list for parts to this or creating a separate thread just specifically for them b/c there are so many out there....
 
#7 ·
And you're discriminating against the V6's [emoji20]
Ripp has a supercharger for the Jeep 3.6 JK platforms so maybe it'll cross over to the D.

The Diablo I-1000 DCX also works on the 3.6's

Magnaflow has an exhaust kit for the 3.6's

K&N has a 77 Series CAI for the 3.6.

Inertia is the only one that's done anything significant with the 1st gen V6's (3.5's) so I don't know if he's done anything with the Pentastar's internals.
 
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#11 ·
Wanted to put together a consolidated list of all mods that are available for the Gen 3 Durangos. Many thanks to all who have posted some of the below in other threads. Would like to keep this a living list that I will edit for things I missed and new products that come along (i.e. the ever-elusive Corsa Exhaust). I know I have probably missed a bunch of stuff, so please let me know we should add. We could maybe add threads on how-to's or pics of some of the accessories on D's themselves... This is just a start!

Harness

OEM Mopar Hitch - Part numbers
Wiring harness - 82213986AB - not needed on some 2014 R/Ts
1XV07TZZAB - FACIA HITCH - 1
52124606AF - HITCH TRAILER - 1
06508668AA or 06508034AA - BOLT HEX HEAD - 8 ---- NOTE - most online websites will not find either of these part #'s when you search for them. If you search on "BOLT" , look for the result that has an MSRP of $6.10 - that should be the one. Bolt size is M14x2.00x45.00
56055632AC - CONNECTOR 7 WAY - 1
Wiring harness - 82213986AB - not needed on some 2014 R/Ts - which R/T's is this not needed for?
 
#14 · (Edited)
the 7 way connector comes with that wiring kit 82213986AB. That will save you 35 bucks. Unless you have wiring under the vehicle already, then the 7 way connector is all you need.
Also 1XV07TZZAB fascia really seems to be the wrong part. Will report back when I figure out what is going on, but it appears to the same one already on there with no tow package. Or is it supposed to completely cover the hitch, and you take it off when you want to tow? Reading more I guess that is the case.
 
#16 ·
If anyone can get a hold of the part num (if there is a separate one) for the grey textured fascia cap that u would use on the citadel, limited, etc... I'll add it to the list
 
#19 ·
I'm not sure that this is what you are looking for - it is the hitch cover - and it is gray - but it is for the base model SXT. I just had the factory hitch installed on my SXT+by the Dealer last month.

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Thanks - is it textured or completely smooth? or I guess the better question is, does it exactly match the current lower bumper cover on your SXT?
 
#24 · (Edited)
Thanks for the info Boomer! Is the DiabloSport catch can Part# C-1060 or C-1000? C-1060 looks like it's for the 6.4L and the C-1000 is for the 5.7L...
 
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#28 ·
Done - just need someone to get me part#'s links for the springs/struts. Have been hesitating putting those on as I was unsure if they made ones specifically for the D, or everyone was still using kits for the JGC
 
#30 ·
update on the strut tower brace. After an extensive online search, it appears the Arrington brace is still our only option. I am beginning to wonder if Arrington only made a limited run, as the eBay vendor has now sold all 10 he had available, and has not relisted more. I watched the "1 available" icon on his ad just a couple of days too long. I'll bet someone here on this or another Durango forum grabbed it, despite the high price. Anyway, I went to Arrington's online store, ShopHEMI.com, and they don't list it for sale either! Are they truly all gone? Somebody with the tools and tech savvy should spend some time making one of these for our trucks and advertise on the forums. I'll bet they could get a group order of 20-30 pretty easily right off the bat if the price was right. Just sayin'...
 
#31 · (Edited)
I bought #10, and they had to cancel my order saying they are no longer made. I think these are custom made or modded to order..

Blackops is working on one, no idea when it will be ready. If enough Durango folks emailed him with interest, he would get working faster. They are worried about not being able to sell them.
 
#32 ·
Too bad that the last one available turned out to be a ghost... OK everyone who has commented on strut tower braces in this forum, start contacting Black Ops and let them know we want to give them some business. Not sure how it works, but if they knew we had x number of committed DD owners ready to buy, it would help. They might be convinced to go for it if they knew their development costs were already covered with pre-orders.
 
#33 ·
A search online and of this forum's membership did not turn up Black Ops in relation to anything other than the Call of Duty game. Is it a website or individual, and how do we contact? I'm going to start a new thread on Strut Tower Bars specifically so we can get some traffic on it to show a potential manufacturer that they could likely recoup development costs just with an initial group buy if the Admin on the site is willing to arrange it. How can we get this done? I'd love one that will allow me to keep my custom painted engine cover. Having options for powder coating in different colors would be nice, but I can always paint mine.
 
#34 ·
OK, got in too big of a hurry. Found it. BLACK OPS Auto Works. Contact them and let them know we want this!
 
#35 ·
I was hoping the Black ops one would be done by now
STEVE
 
#36 ·
Yeah, I wonder if they have lost interest? I emailed them and asked for this. I told them there was a lot of discussion on the forums about a lack of a vendor for this. Everyone interested in a Strut Tower Brace for your Gen 3 DD, go to BLACK OPS Auto Works, hit the "contact us" tab and let them know please.
 
#45 ·
Well, I emailed Black Ops using "Contact Us" tab on their website almost a week ago about this and have heard absolutely nothing. Not sure why the apparent lack of interest in making a product that a fair number of people would likely purchase. Guess we will just have to wait and see if anything develops in the market.
 
#37 ·
They have plenty that want this in the 11-14 Jeep crowd to cover ours as well
STEVE
 
#43 ·
Steve Whites EBay store shows none available at present. All 10 sold. Maybe more on the way but not specified. Personally I'd like to see a bit more effort into making the connection to the struts a bit mor finished/attractive. Theirs look a bit like a shop project from school, at least for $500. I really like the look of some others for Mopar cars, which seem to be cast/billet instead of welded flat steel. Just my opinion, since this is ultimately party purchased as engine bay eye candy.