Ram 2500 - 2014 vs 2015 Differences
I am considering a 2014 Ram 2500 still on the lot. Anyone know the differences in the: 1) chassis 2) axle 3) 6.4 engine. It looks like the 14' has the five link rear end and the Multi Displac...
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Grit dog wrote:
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I often wonder what the fascination or paranoia over payload numbers is on here. Not talking major differences like 1/2 to 3/4 ton, but the scrutiny over minor payload differences is mind boggling.
Same frame, axles, brakes, etc. If the @ss end is a little too soft, there are about 20 different ways to shore it up. (Note I didn't say increase capacity to keep from upsetting the weight police....lol)
I've owned or been assigned at least 25 different pickups in the last 20 years and never once looked at the payload capacity other than in general terms. If the truck needed help with the rear suspension, coupe, hundred bucks of add a leaf, overloads, Timbrens or bags took care of the issue. Have overloaded many trucks for many miles and never broke an axle or spring.
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You sound like the guy who sold my younger self a camper and said "you just need an extra leaf on that truck".
When one of the rear bearings busted, and the rear axle/wheel pulled right out of the housing, I was very happy to be travelling at low speeds in town.
