RAM,FORD,GMC CHEVY
1 ton diesel Your thoughts??? comfort,reliability, towing etc... I know everyone has an opinion.
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I will try to stay as factual as possible.
RAM follows SAE on their entire truck line, that means they have something to backup what they claim.
The Cummins engine and Aisin transmission are both medium duty.
The Cummins uses the CP3 fuel injection pump, it's proven to be the most dependable among the big three.
Ok now more opinion with some facts mixed in
The RAM factory rear air ride available on the 3500's works GREAT!!!
The Aisin with 4.10's towing a combined 32,500# is flawless, I can start out on a grade without the running gear feeling like it's going to fall out.
The transmission and engine stay cool under all conditions.
The LongHorn and Limited interiors are second to none. The leather quality is what you would expect in a 100K luxury car.
The ride is quiet even when the engine is working pulling the grades, I know the other two are supposed to be quieter! But the worst noise level is nothing as you still can carry on a normal conversation.
The fit and finish is great, the interior is rattle free.
Just look around to see what truck is used most by independent RVhaulers and hot shotters.
Truck has 9,580# sitting on the rear tires. If the truck were a F450 the rear axle would be overloaded at a light 9,100# rating. 3500 Dually is rated to 9,750#.
RAM follows SAE on their entire truck line, that means they have something to backup what they claim.
The Cummins engine and Aisin transmission are both medium duty.
The Cummins uses the CP3 fuel injection pump, it's proven to be the most dependable among the big three.
Ok now more opinion with some facts mixed in
The RAM factory rear air ride available on the 3500's works GREAT!!!
The Aisin with 4.10's towing a combined 32,500# is flawless, I can start out on a grade without the running gear feeling like it's going to fall out.
The transmission and engine stay cool under all conditions.
The LongHorn and Limited interiors are second to none. The leather quality is what you would expect in a 100K luxury car.
The ride is quiet even when the engine is working pulling the grades, I know the other two are supposed to be quieter! But the worst noise level is nothing as you still can carry on a normal conversation.
The fit and finish is great, the interior is rattle free.
Just look around to see what truck is used most by independent RVhaulers and hot shotters.
Truck has 9,580# sitting on the rear tires. If the truck were a F450 the rear axle would be overloaded at a light 9,100# rating. 3500 Dually is rated to 9,750#.
