I thought the only option was the Tuneau cover over the bed? How do you get the kepad in the door? Thanks guys.

 

Replace the door handle with one having a keypad cutout, buy the keypad, plug it into the prewired jack in the door, locate the passcode on the RAP module (white box under the dash on drivers side), test before puttint he door back together. Wa la

about $150 and a couple hours tops.

Doing this on a 99 with out the prewire was a bear.

 

I ordered my keypad and door handle when I bought my truck, 2 weeks ago. The saleswoman thought it was pretty funny ordering parts for a truck that I didn't even have yet... Anyway, the keypad is on national backorder, but my handle is in (as of last Fri. anyway). I hope to pick it up tomorrow. There is a link to install pics on here somewhere, do a search and you will find it and part numbers. Speedin Bob gave you the condensed version of the install instructons! I may take pics of my install if I have time and wen I get the keypad. Infinity components go in this weekend, so I hope to have the keypad and just do it all at once.

Later,
Roger

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The early bird gets the worm, but the 2nd mouse gets the cheese.

2001 Black Lightning
Stock, but not for long...

1996 White Mustang Cobra
Offroad H-Pipe, MAC Mufflers, and a K&N

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This PIC provided so that Chevy
and Dodge owners can see what
the front of a Lightning looks like.

 

I also ordered from dealer, and heard the same thing about being backordered. Called Teresa at OEMFORDPARTS.COM and got it delevered in a few days. Install this weekend.
Mike

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00 White L 4903
99 EB Expy
91 LX 5.0 Conv.

 

Hey Roger - why don't you slow down with those MODS?!?! I'll never catch up by the time my ride gets here.. j/k.. So will you post new pics with the window tint?

Steve

 

z96,

There have been a few detailed threads about this last summer with some pics too. It may even be covered in the FAQ.

The tricky part is to undo the yellow clip on the rod leading from the handle to the latch mechanism. This will allow easier access in the removal and reinstallation of the handles.

Love that keyless entry!!

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Speedin Bob, Owner/Operator/Pilot
Lightning #2504, 6/17/99
NLOC # 438
**de-tuned for chapter two of intercooler travesty**
Magnaflow muffler, JDM driveshaft, JL Driveshaft Loop, Keyless Entry, Retrax Bed Cover, Shackles, Wet Okoles, Mobil 1/FilterMag, Clear Corners

Zing Site Speedin Bob's pics

 

Just finished the keypad install on my 01 "L" The keypad is on national back order, due in on April 7th. I went to the dealer, and they have a locator that checks other dealers inventory. Found one about 30 miles away. The part numbers and some detailed pics have been posted here before. Do a search on Keypad.

 

I'm considering the Keypad upgrade but haven't made it to the dealer to order the parts. I have the part numbers from the previous posts but was wondering if the part numbers for the door handle and pad were the same for 2001 as 2000?

 

Part numbers are the same. I just this minute picked up the door handle in red. The keypad is unfortunately on national backorder until April 15 or so (dammit).

Tahoe: You order the door handle by color.

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2000 Red Lightning - #835 of 4966 Sold 3-8-2001

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Hey guys... I'm at my dealership right now and my handle and keypad are both in. This place is sweet, they let me surf the net while waiting for a service tech (picking up my tonneau cover). So, the keypads should be off of back order now.

Steve,
Just got done picking up the truck from the tint place, and it looks a million times better. If I get home in time tonight, I'll put some pics up. If the weather holds here for a while longer I'm going to the drag strip, and I'll have some times to post too! You better hurry up and get your truck, I'm out modding ya like crazy!!!

Later,
Roger

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The early bird gets the worm, but the 2nd mouse gets the cheese.

2001 Black Lightning
Stock, but not for long...

1996 White Mustang Cobra
Offroad H-Pipe, MAC Mufflers, and a K&N

,
This PIC provided so that Chevy
and Dodge owners can see what
the front of a Lightning looks like.

 

If I got a white truck I would have to paint the piece to match?