Dodge ram test drive tomorrow. 2500 CTD

For towing I would also want to know my options from the factory and with aftermarket fuel tanks, like those from Titan, as it usually varies by truck cab and bed configuration. I bought a GM with the standard box and its version of the mega cab and then found out that I was stuck with the factory 36 gallon fuel tank as no one makes an aftermarket tank for this cab and box combo.

Don't assume you have to pay for all the options (tow mirrors, rear camera, etc.) as when dealers want to move inventory they are happy to toss these into the deal at either no charge or worst case at dealer's cost. I paid nothing for the tow mirrors, chrome side steps, diamond plate tool box, bed liner for my truck.

bigcitypopo wrote:
I've got an appointment with the Ram Dealer... They have a huge markdown on their ram trucks...hopefully I can offset so,e neg equity. Lol

I'm looking to drive a few trucks and get in/out/around a bunch...

I have a few must haves, tow mirrors, backup cam, 8.4" audio system.


What are the thoughts on the crew cab vs mega cab

4x4 vs 4x2

Most of the payloads are north ok 2k lbs... Sooo I'm in good shape

What say you?

I would recommend the 20" wheel package. You achieve fifth wheel performance with the truck and tire combo.
MM49

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larry barnhart wrote:
Cummins 98 How can your truck weigh 14000 lbs? Maybe with the MS hooked up?

chevman

Yes, I should have been more specific.

The wife just keeps adding and adding and adding.......

Really happy I upgraded the GY's to H 17.5's!

bigcitypopo wrote:

FishOnOne wrote:

Cummins12V98 wrote:

bigcitypopo wrote:
Boom! turned 10K on the odometer today!!!...

Turned 55K yesterday towing a combined load of 29K.

You must not tow very often... I've got 57k on my '12 truck.

3mos... 10K miles... not bad... lol

Wow... Keep on truckin!

Cummins 98 How can your truck weigh 14000 lbs? Maybe with the MS hooked up?

chevman

blofgren wrote:

Cummins12V98 wrote:

FishOnOne wrote:

Cummins12V98 wrote:

bigcitypopo wrote:
Boom! turned 10K on the odometer today!!!...

Turned 55K yesterday towing a combined load of 29K.

You must not tow very often... I've got 57k on my '12 truck.

Not much towing over this last year. I would have around 70 but I bought a 98 2wd 5 speed in April. Did not want to beat up the nice truck helping my Son with his General Contracting business.

Did just come back from SoCal to NW WA weighed the truck at a tad over 14K and the RV just under 15K so a total combined of 29K. Hand calc down and back 9.0 mpg. With that weight and 3:42 gears i am happy with the performance.

Thinking about a 15.......

But your '11 is barely broken in! I do understand the desire for a newer model, though because there are many improvements.

I had to chuckle about leaving SoCal for NW WA at this time of year, isn't it supposed to be the other way around? ;) We are virtually neighbours to you so I am very familiar with the weather this time of year! We just came back from Maui a week ago and are still trying to adjust back to the wet, dark weather :(

Yea nothing really wrong with the truck but thinking of a new MS in a 38' so it will be even heavier. Really would like the improvements of the newer RAM's. Rear air ride should be a nice feature.

Unfortunately we only had about 3 weeks in SoCal normally we would be staying there all winter but we have Family Estate business to deal with.:(

Really sucked seeing all the RV's heading south while we were heading into worse weather by the mile.

Hey Fish I did see "ONE" nice white Ford Car Hauler this trip. He had a nice load.



Here is the RAM in the first pic right lane ahead of the Ford.

FishOnOne wrote:

Cummins12V98 wrote:

bigcitypopo wrote:
Boom! turned 10K on the odometer today!!!...

Turned 55K yesterday towing a combined load of 29K.

You must not tow very often... I've got 57k on my '12 truck.

3mos... 10K miles... not bad... lol

That's a good looking truck! Here's wishing you many years and miles of happy travels with it!