Aisin transmission
I am looking for a Ram tv and would like some opinions on the Aisin transmission option. I know this is going to stir up some discussion but basically I am asking is the option is worth the money? I ...
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Cummins12V98 wrote:
I certainly would not consider the 68RFE not HD. Rated to tow a combined load of 30K in the late 11 and 12 MY. Not sure what it's ratings are now in a Dually. Just remember RAM with the Aisin is rated higher than GM and Ford and backed up by SAE J2807 @ a combined load of 37,600#.
Like I said we can go on like this forever. Your Michelin's are not an American owned Company but they are made here like so many of the parts on your and my trucks both.
Towing ability and longevity are two different topics and the 68RE lacks the latter.
The GM trucks and the Ford F450 are SAE J2807 rated and both come with a HD tranny when backed by a diesel (In GM's case) in all cab/model configurations. And in the case of the F450 has a higher tow rating than your LAM 4500 errr... 3500. :W
