RAM 6.4 Ike Gauntlet
Not sure what to say about this one. Also an interesting comment about the rear coil springs. Link
Forum Discussion
kzspree320 wrote:
Based on my reading, such as ib516 posting on towing in the Canadian rockies, people have been able to hold 2nd while towing at altitude. You can go 65+ in 2nd. Since I think this is the highest major road in the US (above 11K ft), this just may be a unique type test and Ram doesn't see a need to address it.
I think they need to address it, but maybe they are focused on getting an 8 speed transmission into the 6.4. That would be a great towing machine for a gasser.
I agree the programming/tune they use seems to **** out on the Ike Gauntlet, I never experienced that myself when towing at 8000' and less. Even when right to the floor (or close to it, high RPM anyway) for several minutes.
I even posted videos of my 6.4L Hemi towing as described in the previous paragraph. Some of you who have been around these forums a while have likely seen it. So, seems to be a non-issue for anyone who doesn't tow over the Eisenhower tunnel. I believe the "Davis Dam" towing test proves this as no one that tests the 6.4L Hemi there complains of this, and IIRC, the 6.4L Hemi was fastest on that grade which is what....7200'? Anyway, I was very happy with my truck when I had it.
