Is ram air suspension needed?
After a long time looking and researching we are probably going to order a a 2016 ram 2500 cc.lb.next week,question is ,is the ram air suspension option needed? we will be getting a 41'foot 5th wheel down the road.
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- I called ram customer service and was told the tuesday (may 31) is last day to get a orderin.we really want a 16 because the free oil changes will end with the 16 model's
- I would not recommend the 2500 with any fifth wheel, except the very lightest ones. You would only have the cargo capacity for a travel trailer with a 2500 truck.
Get the 3500 truck, if you think the pin weight will be less than 2,600 pounds dry, or 3,200 ready to roll down the road. Yes the pin weight goes way up when you fill it with camping gear and 60 - 80 gallons of water.
If you want a really nice fifth wheel, such as Grand Teton, then a dually is almost a requirement, and sure makes it more stable.
Air ride makes it nice when not towing, to soften the suspension. With all that extra weight back there, traditional springs will soften out a bit while towing, but sightseeing without the trailer can be a bit rough, until you let out some air!
Have fun with the new truck!
Fred. - I don't think you can order a 2016 RAM HD any longer, I believe orders closed last week.
If you are looking at a 41 foot fiver, that will likely put the pin weight of the RV around 3,000 pounds which exceeds the payload of a 2500 truck. You are in 3500 territory and may want to think dually.
I have a Montana 41 footer (3790RD) which comes in at 13K pounds dry with a pin weight right around 3,000 pounds equipped. I have a RAM 3500 SRW Cummins to pull it around. I have RAM's rear air leveling suspension and yes, get it, works beautifully.
