2002 Dodge Ram 1500 owned by Bill Dieterich

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Issue

August 2024

Owner

Bill Dieterich

Ride

KRIMET
(2002 Didge Ram)

Meaning Behind the Name

Started off by a group of friends sitting around on a porch and this frog appeared so that was the name

Ride Details

Original Cost

Build Cost

What was the inspiration?

It was sitting for 2 years and decided to redo it

How long did it take you to build?

6 weeks

How long have you been building?

20 years

Club Affiliations

Negitive Camber

Your future plans?

Drive it and enjoy it

Vehicle history

Customer got it at a local dealership and brought it to my shop 8 years ago I redid it and Customer had helth problems sold it it sat in a chicken coop and got destroyed and he called be wondering if I know anyone that would want to buy it so I did and redid it all

Thanks to

My Wife Stephanie Dieterich, my kids Grace Dieterich, Will Dieterich, Scott Fessenden, Steve Treffert, Wesley Nelson, Kevin Allen Pallen

Previous Rides

1995 c 3500 chevy dually, 05 dodge ram srt 10 1990 nissan d21

Engine Details

Make

Mopar 2002

Cylinders

Displacement

4.7

Engine Mods

Stock

Engine Add Ons

Custom cold air intake superchips programer

Driveline Details

Clutch flywheel

Stock

Torque Converter

Stock

Transfer Case

None

Axle

Stock

Gears

373

Chassis Details

Chassis

Stock

Mods to Frame

Rear notch front stub cut and raised

Frame Builder

STOCK

Drop or lift inches

Air ride

Front Shocks

Bilstien

Rear Shocks

Bilstien

Spindles

Djm 2 in drop

Springs

None

Four Link

Custom reverse 4 link

Compressor Info

York 210 engine drivin

Valve Info

Airlift

Airbag Info

Airlift

Wheels Details

Front Wheel Type

Dropstar

Rear Wheel Type

Dropstar

Front Wheel Size

24x9

Rear Wheel Size

24x11

Front Tire Size

295x35x24

Rear Tire Size

305x35x24

Paint Details

Color

Vw cyber green custom mixed

Paint Type

Sherwin Williams

Painted By

Bill Dieterich Kustom Design Innovations

Graphics By

Body Details

Grille

Stock smoothed

Bumpers

Street sene

Wing

Custom made Kustom Design Innovations

Addon Accessories

Keyless Door popers

Body Mods

Shaved grill, shaved door handles,tailgate +tailgate body line, gas filler relocate custom fabed,

Body Mods by

Bill Dieterich Kustom Design Innovations

Interior Details

Steering Wheel

Billet specialties

Head Unit

Samsung tablet

Amps

Taramps

Speakers

Stereo Installed by

Scott Fessenden, Bill Dieterich

Seats

Tmi split bench

Tint Percent

Trunk or Bed

Custom bead rolled and bedliner

Upholstery By

Scott Fessenden Bill Dieterich

“Kermit”

Owned by: Bill Dieterich

Photos by: Dan Davis

Inspiration Behind the Build

Bill Dieterich’s journey with his 2002 Dodge RAM 1500 is a testament to dedication and passion for automotive restoration. The truck had been sitting for two years before Bill decided to breathe new life into it. Motivated by the challenge, he embarked on a mission to redo the vehicle, transforming it into a head-turning masterpiece.

Build Timeline and Process

Remarkably, the entire restoration took just six weeks. With over 20 years of experience in vehicle building, Bill leveraged his skills and expertise to overhaul the truck swiftly and effectively. His extensive background in custom automotive design played a crucial role in achieving this feat.

Club Affiliations

Bill is an esteemed member of Negative Camber, a club known for its high standards in custom vehicle building. This affiliation underscores his commitment to excellence and his standing within the automotive community.

Future Plans

Bill’s future plans for the 2002 Dodge RAM 1500 are simple: drive it and enjoy it. After all the hard work and effort put into the restoration, the goal is to relish the fruits of his labor and share the joy of the vehicle with others.

Vehicle History

The story of this truck is one of resilience and revival. Originally acquired by a customer from a local dealership, it was brought to Bill’s shop eight years ago for customization. However, after the customer faced health issues and the truck was left in a chicken coop, it suffered significant damage. The customer reached out to Bill to see if he knew anyone interested in buying it. Bill seized the opportunity to reclaim the vehicle and undertook the task of restoring it once more.

Acknowledgments

Bill’s success wouldn’t have been possible without the support of his family and friends. Special thanks go to his wife Stephanie Dieterich, his children Grace, Will, Scott Fessenden, Steve Treffert, Wesley Nelson, and Kevin Allen Pallen, all of whom contributed to the project’s success.