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gkainz
Explorer
Jun 14, 2023

2019 Ram 3500 - dash display configuration?

Hey Ram drivers - I just moved up from my 2007 Dodge Ram 2500 5.9 CTD where I have an Edge CTS display to show Boost, EGT, ECT, IAT for towing, to a 2019 Ram 3500 6.7 CTD.



On the new dashboards, how do you have your dashboard display configured to show your most important settings/gauges?

Thanks!
Greg
  • rhagfo wrote:
    Depending on trim level, there is tons of information available via the DIC (Driver Information Center) AKA Instrument Panel for old timers. On our Laramie I can display most everything.


    EB braking HP and boost but no pyro.
  • Why? Because I'm also a pilot, and instrument scans is just part of normal operation! :)

    @rhagfo - agreed! There's tons of info to be displayed - I was looking for tips on what people find helpful to display and common setups.
  • ^Apparently that’s what is perplexing the OP.
    However after having an “old school” diesel without a factory DIC and presumably understanding the numbers and what they mean on the Edge on the old truck, it’s hard to make the connection as to why this is a question for the OP.
    Now if only OEs had an EGT readout on newer diesels that would be nice.
  • rhagfo's avatar
    rhagfo
    Explorer III
    Depending on trim level, there is tons of information available via the DIC (Driver Information Center) AKA Instrument Panel for old timers. On our Laramie I can display most everything.
  • As silly as the OPs question is, both of you ^ need to go back to reading comprehension school….
  • Yeah, I pretty much feel the same way. I did get the Torque Pro app to go with my OBD II reader, but mainly to see the turbo temps when I pull off and want to know when the turbo temp is lower to shut down the engine. But mostly I just simply go.

    I had an EGT gauge, fuel pressure gauge, and turbo boost on the old 5.9, but I also was running bigger injectors and a tuner, so knowing when to let off the throttle so I didn't melt something was only prudent.
  • I have to ask why???

    These trucks will NOT hurt them selves. ZERO reason to look at the pyro or anything else the truck doesn't show you.

    I tow over 35k combined West Coast and don't give it a second thought. Pedal to the metal baby!!!

    Now my 98 12V I had Boost and Pyro gauges. If I didn't I would have smoked #6.

    That is what's nice about the modern diesels they are ready to tow right out of the box with NO MODS.