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Explorer

Jan 07, 2018

Ram 3500 questions? Help me .

I've been racking my brain on what truck to get. I know I'm getting a Ram 3500 Lariamie. I would probably just get the srw if it was available with a 3.73 rear but it has to be a dually to get that. I have a brand new one with 4.11 rears now but the noise at 60 to 70 mph is very annoying to me I'm told the noise is less with the 3.73 gears or should I just get the srw with the 3.42 rear and like a 20 inch wheel bit it doesn't have overload springs either. Also anyone who has a like truck can you tell me your mile per gallon. Still pulling the fuzion in the signature. Thanks in advance.

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996Pilot
Explorer
Jan 07, 2018
I have the 3500 Laramie Longhorn SRW 6.7 Cummins and same as Greene728 about 16-18 city and 21 hwy at 70mph. Camper and small trailer with a Harley on it we averaged about 16mpg to/from Colorado at about 70MPH the whole way.
Greene728
Explorer
Jan 07, 2018
Truck in my sig has the 3:42.
Fuel mileage is 16.5–18 normal every day driving, and seen 20-22 on interstate just cruising at 70ish.
Towing it’s worst has been 10.2 and best of 11.8. All mpg numbers are fully stock.
Lock out 6th gear, engage EB and TH and it’s a pulling beast.
donn0128
Explorer II
Jan 07, 2018
I have the same truck right down to the 4.10 rear end. No complaints with noise from me. Super quiet as far as Im concerned. You might consider spending a few dollars and having some dynomat installed.