Winter Grill Covers??? - Dodge Diesel

ramhuntr1 · 12-07-2006, 01:41 PM

Does anyone use the winter grill covers to help keep heat in the engine compartment?

I've been searching the web for some for an '06, but all I can find are custom stainless ones for a couple hundred bucks.

I was just thinking of something for $100 or less, as it's usually not really THAT cold here in PA.

Steve

Jnoble · 12-07-2006, 02:31 PM

I really like my Mopar rad cover. I dont know if they make it for an 06.

t-boe · 12-07-2006, 02:54 PM

They sure do make it for the '06. I have one on mine. It fits behind the grill over the radiator so you don't see it. And it's adjustable. $99.60 from dodgeparts.com.

DBLR · 12-07-2006, 03:07 PM

I like the one that Dodge makes too. It sure is nice to have it as it warns up 2x faster then with out it.

hotmod660 · 12-07-2006, 04:37 PM

I have the FIA winter front. it works well and is adjustable (2 flaps). Comes with a bug screen for the summer too. $59.99 if i remember correctly.

Dynocon · 12-07-2006, 05:28 PM

I use the old fashined cardboard. I have about 2" of radiator not covered down one side. Just slide it in front of the radiator but behind the front one, without looking not sure if it the intercooler or the trans, poke a hole in the top and add a piece of wire on top to keep it from dropping down. I ran 70 MPH today in temperatures from 35 to 20 deg F with no problems, truck stays at 180 deg.
Wire cost about a dime.

t-boe · 12-07-2006, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Dynocon

I use the old fashined cardboard. I have about 2" of radiator not covered down one side. Just slide it in front of the radiator but behind the front one, without looking not sure if it the intercooler or the trans, poke a hole in the top and add a piece of wire on top to keep it from dropping down. I ran 70 MPH today in temperatures from 35 to 20 deg F with no problems, truck stays at 180 deg.
Wire cost about a dime.

Dang, wish I thought of that. Would've saved me a hundered bucks. I have a problem with buying the best of the best when it's really not necessary.

Cowboy 6 · 12-07-2006, 08:16 PM

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Originally Posted by t-boe

They sure do make it for the '06. I have one on mine. It fits behind the grill over the radiator so you don't see it. And it's adjustable. $99.60 from dodgeparts.com.

I have the Dodge one also. It is pretty nice. Did you figure out what to do with those three hooks on the bottom? What do you think of those install directions?

SuperGewl · 12-07-2006, 09:43 PM

MOPAR winter cover works great. There are pics o my web page http://home.comcast.net/~Buggy-Bumpers/photo.htm

cskal · 12-08-2006, 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Cowboy 6

I have the Dodge one also. It is pretty nice. Did you figure out what to do with those three hooks on the bottom? What do you think of those install directions?

The three hooks go into the three holes in the bumper. If you have fog lights, the factory fog light harness is utilizing the three holes in the bumper. Just remove the witing harness clips from the bumper, and zip-tie the harness through the holes. That way you can put the three hooks through the holes.

Cowboy 6 · 12-08-2006, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by cskal

The three hooks go into the three holes in the bumper. If you have fog lights, the factory fog light harness is utilizing the three holes in the bumper. Just remove the witing harness clips from the bumper, and zip-tie the harness through the holes. That way you can put the three hooks through the holes.

That would explain it. I do have the factory fog lights.

NB64 · 12-08-2006, 09:04 AM

Besides the obivious does anyone else sell the mopar cover at a better price?

P.J · 12-08-2006, 09:08 AM

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Originally Posted by NB64

Besides the obivious does anyone else sell the mopar cover at a better price?

If it were me, I'd look into the outer style fronts. I think they are very nice looking and I'm sure provide similar function to the Mopar kit.

I think Lund makes them, I've seen a few trucks on here with them, slick looking IMO.

Cowboy 6 · 12-08-2006, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by P.J

If it were me, I'd look into the outer style fronts. I think they are very nice looking and I'm sure provide similar function to the Mopar kit.

I think Lund makes them, I've seen a few trucks on here with them, slick looking IMO.

The Mopar cover does a 100% better job than the outers you are talking about. It seals off the entire radiator area. You would be surprised at how much air can get in from other areas besides the four little grill inserts.

P.J · 12-08-2006, 09:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Cowboy 6

The Mopar cover does a 100% better job than the outers you are talking about. It seals off the entire radiator area. You would be surprised at how much air can get in from other areas besides the four little grill inserts.

100% better? Allllllllrighty then. Wonder how the trans cooler likes being "sealed off" like that.

The inserts I speak of are intentionally designed with perforations to let some air pass.

For the price I'm sure they do a fine job, or they wouldn't even be in existence.

12-07-2006, 02:31 PM	#2
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t-boe Administrator Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: KCYS Posts: 2,863 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	They sure do make it for the '06. I have one on mine. It fits behind the grill over the radiator so you don't see it. And it's adjustable. $99.60 from dodgeparts.com. __________________ Trevor 2005 Dodge Quad Cab Laramie 4x4 Auto

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Dynocon Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Ohio Posts: 398 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	I use the old fashined cardboard. I have about 2" of radiator not covered down one side. Just slide it in front of the radiator but behind the front one, without looking not sure if it the intercooler or the trans, poke a hole in the top and add a piece of wire on top to keep it from dropping down. I ran 70 MPH today in temperatures from 35 to 20 deg F with no problems, truck stays at 180 deg. Wire cost about a dime. __________________ 2005 Quad Cab 2500 4x4, Long box, Bright Silver, 275s, SRT Hood scoop, Nerfs, Quad Race Box. 4" Cold Air Intake - Home Made

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hotmod660 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: N.Y. Posts: 30 My Photo Gallery My Classified Ads	I have the FIA winter front. it works well and is adjustable (2 flaps). Comes with a bug screen for the summer too. $59.99 if i remember correctly.

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