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New Ram, How to disable all the annoying electronics?
For: -Disable exterior back light from turning on @unlock and @Lock -Disable dashboard lights from turning on @unlock and @door open These were big problems for me at night when camping--blinds everyone including me. I removed the bulb for the bed light but never found a solution for the dash...- Big
- Post #36
- Forum: General Discussions
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A can of worms.. Payload.. Why?
In the US the weight placard on your door frame is typically a snapshot of how the truck was rated when it rolled off the assembly line. The GVWR is determined partly by the frame, springs, axles, brakes, tires and wheels. For towing the GCWR includes the engine, transmission and gearing...- Big
- Post #27
- Forum: Towing & Hauling
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What is the weakest link giving the truck it's payload capacity?
The payload rating is determined by much more than suspension. It is a combination of safety, durability, marketing and regulatory factors. The designer has to consider things like cargo, towing, cooling, durability, fuel economy, emissions, performance, ride, handling, customer needs and cost...- Big
- Post #28
- Forum: Towing & Hauling
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Towing: Gas vs diesel debate, 1500 & 3500
The "junk" is necessary to quell the toxic diesel exhaust. However the diesel likes to run under load so if you are unloaded much of the time as you indicate then the emissions system will clog up much faster. For occasional towing the gasser is preferred. Light truck diesels are on their last...- Big
- Post #91
- Forum: Towing & Hauling
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Wild air dam claims
You answered your own question. At speed vehicle clearance has a significant effect on drag. That is why current Ram 1500s have an air dam that automatically extends 2.5 inches over 30 mph. Or if the truck has 4-corner air suspension the entire truck lowers in highway mode. -
Wild air dam claims
Far less than that. There are many variables in mpg so it's hard to pinpoint exactly what the air dam contributes. Wind tunnel tests for a pickup show about 0.05 mpg improvement with more effect at highway speeds than around town. You could test your conditions with the air dam on and off... -
What Size Trailer/Camper to Buy
Scamp makes a 19' 5th wheel with a hitch weight of 400 lbs that sleeps 4 and can be easily towed with a half-ton pickup. But as you point out the Ram 1500's payload capacity will probably be exceeded by 4 adults plus gear for a month before the trailer. (Of course official payload is often...- Big
- Post #30
- Forum: Towing & Hauling
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Going from a 5.7 1500 to a 6.4/6.7 2500.
I've had both a 1500 and 2500. The interiors are similar for equivalent models. The 1500 is a versatile light-duty truck at home both commuting, hauling the family and doing moderate truck things. The 2500 is a heavy-duty truck with much more substantial underpinnings and heft meant for big...- Big
- Post #55
- Forum: General Discussions
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1500 diesel for 2014
Only 2 mpg higher? The diesel mileage figures have not been released yet but most estimates give it around a 4-5 mpg advantage over the Hemi with 8-speed and a small gain over the Pentastar V6. Of course, mileage figures are highly influenced by driving style and payload. Also, the diesel...- Big
- Post #10
- Forum: Engine & Performance
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