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    Battery drain sensor on 2017 1500?

    crash68 thank you, I solved the problem by moving to a chassis ground. Glad I caught this on day 1 of the install rather than later on when I had battery issues :)
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    Battery drain sensor on 2017 1500?

    I have a 2017 RAM 1500 SLT 4x4 and I heard some guys talking about how some "newer trucks" have whats called a "coloumb counter" which is a sensor that sits between the battery negative terminal and the chassis, which is used to detect battery drain issues. Because I am wiring a radio to my batt...
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    Running wires through the firewall

    I'm planning to install a VHF ham radio in my 2017 RAM 1500 SLT (yes, I have a license). The radio is capable of putting out 50 watts of power, which means that I am going to have to wire it to the battery directly, I cannot use the cigarette lighter outlets because it will blow the fuse. I...
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    First budget (sorta) off-road RAM

    Thanks for all that useful info! Good point on the skid plates as well. I need to find out if the hook is "recovery rated". Mine's a curt tow hook but I've seen people use Pintle one before as well.
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    First budget (sorta) off-road RAM

    I'm getting into offroading for the quasi-first time... Tl;Dr - I'm wondering what are the absolute essential equipment upgrades and carry-ons that I should get for the RAM to do some lighter offroading. I say quasi-first because I drove off road for years as a park ranger and also even in...
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    2017 RAM 1500 Tow Hooks

    I got a 2017 RAM 1500 SLT and am looking for tow hooks to install. I imagine RAM makes these as I see them on many trucks. Any guidance would be appreciated.
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    Transmission Fluid Temperature

    Got a 2017 RAM 1500 SLT (Quad/4x4/Pentastar) about a month ago now. Been doing some work to it little by little on the weekends, and one thing I'm paying attention to now is the temps. Right now it's 80% humidity and in 84 degrees F ambient temperature, I noticed the transmission fluid temp...
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    Finding a good RAM mechanic

    Thanks for the recommendations!
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    Beginner toolset suggestions?

    Thanks! Do you use the metrics on the RAM as well?
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    Beginner toolset suggestions?

    I have a lot of general tools already from when I worked in construction. However, I just got a RAM 1500 and wanted to know if any of you had some recommendations for tools that will come in handy for this thing. I'm going to be putting a hitch on it, toolbox, and installing some tow hooks. I...
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    Finding a good RAM mechanic

    I recently purchased a 2017 RAM 1500. Prior to this, I owned a Honda for 12 years and I have a favorite shop that I went to - local family-owned shop - they did great work, were honest, and even tried to save me some $ on some occasions... I'd also see them around town as I live in a somewhat...
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    4wd Questions

    I recently purchased a 2017 RAM 1500 4x4. I believe it has the Bw44-45 transfer case because it does not have 4x4 Auto - only 4x4 lock and low. I'm not sure of the "dos" and donts of these settings other than that 4x4 low is for < 25mph speeds in very low traction conditions and/or when max...
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    Benny - Front Hitch for 2017 RAM 1500

    Thanks everyone. Yeah I am looking for a front receiver hitch just like what @kad posted. I could do tow hooks but I heard the front receiver hitch is best bang for my buck basically because it could allow me to attach accessories in future as well.
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    Benny - Front Hitch for 2017 RAM 1500

    Benny I have a 2017 RAM 1500 SLT Quad Cab. I'm looking for a front tow hitch for this vehicle. Do you know which parts I would need? Thanks.
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    How to set up for towing

    Ok thank you! So last question I have is I notice on https://www.etrailer.com/hitch-2017_Ram_1500.htm there are 2 types. Both say they are "Class III". The first type looks like a very simple bolt-on that may only take a few minutes, whereas the second, which I believe you linked to, is much...
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