Gymkata
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- 2014
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- Hemi 5.7
I am on the verge of ordering a 2016 2500 CC Laramie 4x4 tomorrow. I currently have a 2014 1500 CC Sport 4x4 as listed in my SIG, but the lack of aftermarket support for Ram 1/2 tons and my love of diesels has me looking into the HD realm. I have seriously considered the Power Wagon, but ultimately I would rather spend the extra money and build my own Cummins PW.
I have just one main dilemma before I order...to get the rear air suspension or not? Your suggestions are appreciated. I don't really tow much now, but I may start trailering my car to the track next year and getting a 5th wheel toy hauler in the next few years isn't out of the question.
If I get the rear air suspension, then I would likely get the Icon Vehicle Dynamics Stage IV 4.5" (air ride) suspension 2014-UP RAM 2500 4WD 4.5" Suspension System - Stage 4 (Air Ride). If I don't, first on my list is the Carli Suspension 3" Pintop 2.5 suspension Carli Pintop 2.5 Suspension System for 2014+ Dodge Ram 2500 3 inch lift kit. Either way I would like to run 37x13.5 Cooper Discoverer STT Pro tires Cooper Tire & Rubber Company - Discoverer STT PRO™... Fuel D552 18x9 wheels Trophy - D552 - Fuel Off-Road Wheels
So as to break up the cost a bit, I would likely stay with the 3.42 gears and factory rear LSD for a bit and then upgrade to 4.10 gears and a front ARB air locker at a future date...within 12 months.
So, my main questions are...Air Ride rear suspension or not? ...and will keeping the 3.42 gears with 37s bog me down too much if I'm not towing often? Thanks in advance.
I have just one main dilemma before I order...to get the rear air suspension or not? Your suggestions are appreciated. I don't really tow much now, but I may start trailering my car to the track next year and getting a 5th wheel toy hauler in the next few years isn't out of the question.
If I get the rear air suspension, then I would likely get the Icon Vehicle Dynamics Stage IV 4.5" (air ride) suspension 2014-UP RAM 2500 4WD 4.5" Suspension System - Stage 4 (Air Ride). If I don't, first on my list is the Carli Suspension 3" Pintop 2.5 suspension Carli Pintop 2.5 Suspension System for 2014+ Dodge Ram 2500 3 inch lift kit. Either way I would like to run 37x13.5 Cooper Discoverer STT Pro tires Cooper Tire & Rubber Company - Discoverer STT PRO™... Fuel D552 18x9 wheels Trophy - D552 - Fuel Off-Road Wheels
So as to break up the cost a bit, I would likely stay with the 3.42 gears and factory rear LSD for a bit and then upgrade to 4.10 gears and a front ARB air locker at a future date...within 12 months.
So, my main questions are...Air Ride rear suspension or not? ...and will keeping the 3.42 gears with 37s bog me down too much if I'm not towing often? Thanks in advance.
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