Ram 3500 DRW 6.4L Hemi "Game Changer"
Truck Camper Magazine article and review HERE 18.2 mpg empty and 12.8 mpg with a 4700# slide in camper on board with 3.73s. That's with a dually! The truck has 5800# plus payload and would hav...
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TXiceman wrote:ib516 wrote:TXiceman wrote:
The Hemi will still not come close to the towing ability of a diesel. If you plan to tow and work the truck, a diesel is the only way to go.
Ken
Yes the diesel will pull better, but each has their advantages.
I bought my truck to pull a trailer, not go get groceries or mulch fro the yard. I can see a gasser as an advantage for a grocery hauler or short RV trips with a smaller trailer.
Ken
Yes, I used to share that opinion. I've changed my mind somewhat now. This little gasser 2500 has higher gawrs, tow rating, gcwr, and only 100# less gvwr than my previous 3500 diesel. It suits my needs perfectly - might not fit yours.
If I was going to full time like you, diesel is definitely the way to go.
I tow 10 days per year. The other 355 my truck is my daily driver.
