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I own a 2001 RAM 3500 4x4 with 5.9 engine and 5 speed manual transmission. Currently it has around 130,000 miles on it. I have been very happy with this truck. I upgraded the fuel system and added an ...
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Bedlam,
You HAVE an MDT, whether you like it or not. The OP is looking at an MDT whether he limes it or not. Any vehicle with a 14k or higher to 33k lbs is an MDT. Less is a light duty truck. These two models are like the Ford ranger of the MDT world.
If I was choosing. I would look at both the RAM or Ford 45/55 series trucks. I would look at overall lowest gearing in first, along with which has the lowest gear in 4 lo of transfer case. Along with which has the most window disability, least hood blind spots. Highest wheel turn left to rightt in degrees. A 54* when cut rig with a 188" an can out turn a rig with 45* and 155" of an. My navigate can out turn radio's was my old 88 GM k3500 ext cab! With 30" more an due to the front wheels turning more.
A few things to add to what you should look for.
Marty
You HAVE an MDT, whether you like it or not. The OP is looking at an MDT whether he limes it or not. Any vehicle with a 14k or higher to 33k lbs is an MDT. Less is a light duty truck. These two models are like the Ford ranger of the MDT world.
If I was choosing. I would look at both the RAM or Ford 45/55 series trucks. I would look at overall lowest gearing in first, along with which has the lowest gear in 4 lo of transfer case. Along with which has the most window disability, least hood blind spots. Highest wheel turn left to rightt in degrees. A 54* when cut rig with a 188" an can out turn a rig with 45* and 155" of an. My navigate can out turn radio's was my old 88 GM k3500 ext cab! With 30" more an due to the front wheels turning more.
A few things to add to what you should look for.
Marty
