BillyW wrote:
I think you missed the point. Ford and Chevy both have figured out how to provide a reasonable payload on their half ton trucks without sacrificing on features or creature comforts. The original reason for this entire thread was and continues to be a discussion about a vehicle that can serve as a daily driver/commuter, and still have enough nuts in the bag to do some work. For me, four wheel drive is a requirement. I can't even get my trailer into the backyard without it. Let alone my north Idaho/eastern Washington winter commute. Talking about manual transmissions in a modern tow vehicle is pretty ridiculous, since you almost can't get one. But you have a point. I may very well buy something else.
It is and has been Rams stance that if you want to tow a mid to large RV with a Ram you should get a 2500 or 3500 truck. Sure Ram could put a 6 lug axle under the 1500 like GM and Ford do and compete in the 2000/200 truck market but we don't want to.
Why by a 150/1500 with HD parts on it? Just buy a 2500 and be done with it. The Ram 2500 has rear coil springs and the ride is much better then any HD 1/2 ton out there. If the 1500 Ram does not meet your needs and you want a 1500 diesel then I would wait for the Nissan or Toyota to come out and see what they have to offer.
Hybirdhunter I asked this a while ago and have yet to have you answer it, HAVE YOU DRIVEN THE 2014 Eco-Diesel? If not STOP POSTING about something you know nothing about!
Don
