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  1. Docwagon1776

    Looks like I'm never buying RAM again...

    I've went back and forth between 1/2 and 3/4 ton over the years. The Power Wagon is easily the best truck I've had *for what I want to do with it*. It's not ideal in some parking situations, but it more than makes up for it in other areas. It'd be tough to go back to a 1/2 ton now, if I need...
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    Looks like I'm never buying RAM again...

    You took umbrage at something obviously not aimed at you. You like old trucks, you drive an old truck, not what I was discussing. I was talking about the guys who drive new trucks while constantly whining about new trucks and saying they would rather drive an old one. My message to them: Then...
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    Looks like I'm never buying RAM again...

    I had an '87 with the 318 and 4 speed manual. 4" lift, 35" tires, granny low. I drove that truck from the time I left the Army until my son was born. Only reason I got rid of it, child seat isn't friendly with a regular cab truck with a stick shift...
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    Looks like I'm never buying RAM again...

    People love to complain, this thread is a perfect example. You see a ton of guys on here bemoaning modern trucks and saying they'd rather drive X...but they don't. They are just rolling around in nostalgia but really wanting the modern conveniences and power as well. I drove a 1978 truck from...
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    Hurricane durability questions?

    Ask in 3-5 years.
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    Looks like I'm never buying RAM again...

    You're literally posting a picture showing 2 mpg better on highway and 1 mpg combined for the SO... at this point you're either trolling or willfully delusional. I still prefer the NA V8, but that doesn't change the facts to make it more powerful or more fuel efficient. I like it for the same...
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    Looks like I'm never buying RAM again...

    Then we equally agree the V8 gets worse power than the Hi-po I6 and gets worse economy than the V6 so it's getting the worst of both worlds. Equally illogical argument. Beating one opponent out of three doesn't make you the champion but may get you a participation ribbon... If the only...
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    Looks like I'm never buying RAM again...

    No... perhaps read it again.
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    Looks like I'm never buying RAM again...

    It's the best of neither world, then. The V6 is the best in the world of economy. The Hi-po I6 is the best in power. The V8 may be the best compromise you're most willing to make, but it's literally the middle of both worlds. Note the standard output I6 makes both more power and gets better...
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    Looks like I'm never buying RAM again...

    Physics, mostly, given you need fuel to create more energy. What V8 is making the level of power the hi-po is at the same mpg? Ever? In any truck? Chevy's 6.2L gets nearly the same mpg, but is down 120 hp and 60 ft/lb vs the Hurricane in it's most fuel efficient trim. There's no way to...
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    Looks like I'm never buying RAM again...

    People are surprised a performance engine that makes roughly 150 hp more than the engine it replaces gets worse fuel economy? Get the V6 if you're worried about fuel economy.
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    Looks like I'm never buying RAM again...

    540hp and 521 ft/lb of torque because they are trying to 'be green'. :jester: If you want to be green, stick with the pentastar V6. Still the lowest power numbers and, of course, best fuel economy as a result.
  13. Docwagon1776

    Looks like I'm never buying RAM again...

    Search "hurricane" and you'll get dozens of pages of what people think about it. It's a well covered topic already. If you want a Ram V8 your options are used or 2500/3500.
  14. Docwagon1776

    Army Airborne 173rd '67-'73. Roadside Assistance Business Owner

    4th gen is the range of model years your truck falls in to. The guy who posted the link for you is a staff member here. If you have technical questions, he's pointing you to the area to ask them.
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    4x4 with no tow hooks?

    That's what I did with older trucks. Square bodies sure AF weren't coming with factory recovery points, but trailer hitches were fairly common. Just get a pintle or the like, slap it in when needed, and be done with it. I used my old '87 to literally pull down old farm buildings and never...
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    4x4 with no tow hooks?

    Most people, like the vast vast majority, are buying 4x4 for inclement weather, resale value, or the cool factor. The next segment is using it for rutted dirt roads and unmaintained service trails. The number of people doing serious off roading in a full size truck approaches zero, and most of...
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    Can't get it down?

    I hear if you can't get it down after 4 hours you need to call a doctor.
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    GM driver, looking at new Ram 1500, should I?

    I've owned every major domestic brand at one point or another. My last two trucks have been Rams. Had the Power Wagon not been a thing, I probably would have went Ford last time. GM just didn't have the features I wanted and was aesthetically challenged to boot. It was not a serious...
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    Ram Connect rant

    You do know it's for the app and satellite lock/unlock etc and not from the fob, right?
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    What's your thought on buying a new 2023 from the rust belt?

    You're taking gold in the Overthinking Olympics.
  21. Docwagon1776

    Here's a Stupid Question

    That's it. There's no reason to turn it off otherwise. If you ever need it, you won't have time to turn it on.
  22. Docwagon1776

    Why should I stay with RAM?

    What are you expecting people to say? It's a truck, not a cult. That's reserved for Jeep bros. Drive each, do your own research, buy whatever you like.
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    Repair or Replace

    It can be with the right tools and heat. Since the F-150 went all aluminum, it's become more popular. Like I said, not all shops will do all materials or all panels, but it doesn't hurt to check. Example of a hood crease being taken out with heat...
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    Repair or Replace

    If you have a paintless dent repair place, maybe check with them. Not all of them will do all body panels and materials, but that looks like you could get to it from behind by popping out the handle assembly to me.
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    Considering a new truck

    I've bounced back and forth between a 1/2 ton and 3/4 ton several times over the years. Gas from all of the big 3 and the only time I tried a diesel was a Ford. I would not get a 3/4 ton unless I needed the 3/4 ton. If your gas 1/2 ton deals with your trailer in a manner you find satisfactory...
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