5 Cool Ram 1500 Mods For Under $500

Customizing your Ram 1500 is beneficial in a couple different ways:

  • You’re improving your truck in terms of performance, comfort, and/or appearance
  • You’re adding a personal touch to your truck, as it’s unique to your style and preferences
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There are loads of different ways to customize your truck. It can be hard to choose the best mods. That’s why we created this list. We looked many different Ram 1500 mods under $500 and rounded up the top 5 mods that deliver the most value:

1. Toolbox

Have you always wanted a toolbox in your truck bed? Now’s your chance to grab one! A toolbox is a very useful addition to a truck. A good one can secure many different things, not just tools. You don’t even have to be a tradesman to justify owning one, actually.

We carry OEM toolboxes made to fit in the bed of a Ram 1500. This OEM sliding toolbox is perfect for 2010-2021 Ram 1500 trucks. We have quite a few more OEM toolboxes for Ram 1500 trucks. Look up your truck in our catalog to see all the OEM toolboxes that will fit your truck.

2. Remote Starter

Do you live in a very hot or really cold climate? Does your Ram 1500 not come with remote starter? If so, you’ll be doing yourself a huge favor by installing remote starter on your truck. In addition to starting the truck, some remote starters will adjust the HVAC system so your truck will be at a comfortable temperature when you enter it.

Did you know that Mopar makes OEM remote start kits for Ram 1500 trucks? Even better, these kits are only a few hundred dollars! We carry OEM Ram truck remote start kits at wholesale pricing. Check them out here!

3. Tonneau Cover

If you haul cargo often, you may benefit from a tonneau cover. A tonneau cover is a truck bed cover that’s either made of flexible or rigid materials. Some tonneau covers come with locks. A tonneau cover protects your truck bed cargo in several different ways. For instance, a good quality tonneau cover will:

  • Keep your cargo dry in the rain or snow
  • Shield your cargo from the searing sun
  • Protect your cargo from rocks and other road debris
  • Protect your cargo from thieves (applicable to tonneau covers with locks only)

4. Better Brakes

Is your Ram 1500 more than a daily driver? If you use your truck for towing, you need better brakes. Stock brakes can’t always perform well in extreme situations, such as towing.

If you have a few hundred dollars burning a hole in your pocket, now is a great time to upgrade your brakes. There are many high quality brake kits designed for towing. A good brake kit contains high quality rotors and brake pads with abrasive compounds designed for towing. Some brake kits even come with brake lines and other parts.

5. Bull Bar

Your Ram 1500 is an investment. So a great way to protect your investment is with a bull bar. A quality bull bar will serve as the first line of defense against anything that hits the front of your truck. It’s quite a useful accessory when you’re driving:

  • On a job site
  • On an off road trail
  • On rural roads

A bull bar also gives your truck a tough and rugged appearance. There are many different cool styles to choose from. With many options available, you’re bound to find one that suits your tastes.