I also hand washed and waxed my truck for the first time since I bought it 5 weeks ago. I'm glad I got the Blue one.
I used Meguires wax and it looks even better then when I picked it up from the dealer.
I took off the basket and the wind deflector. I kind of like the way it looks without them.
Good Luck with your truck.....
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2001 Just Blue XE
V6 Auto 4x4 3 Pak
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2001 Just Blue XE
V6 Auto 4x4 3 Pak