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  1. gtex1970

    Mileage- Small Camper and Eco Diesel

    we made another beach run at the end of the year. on the way back, we stopped for diesel and snacks. About 35 miles down the road I noticed the mileage had improved some then realized I had not selected Tow/Haul mode. I left it Off for the trip home and watched the transmission temperature...
  2. gtex1970

    anybody running a 295-50r20 tire ?

    Considering a 295-50r20 as replacement for my stock 275-55r20 tires. Normally on a 4x4 truck I wouldn't consider a lower profile tire. But, I don't really want to go any taller, so to maintain the final gear ratio. most of my off-road adventures are at the beach. So, wider probably buys me more...
  3. gtex1970

    Big Battery bank in bed instead of portable generator. EcoDiesel questions

    if it's in my truck, I can use it for other purposes and also maintain the charge by doing my normal commuting stuff. As for a Lightning pickup, I have no issue with the Blue Oval. I'm more of a Ford man than I am a Dodge/Ram guy. but I do have an issue with the near 6 figure price and towing...
  4. gtex1970

    Big Battery bank in bed instead of portable generator. EcoDiesel questions

    I currently run a Predator 3500 generator and it's pretty efficient, but not a gallon per day efficient. it's about 100lbs alone, plus it needs a couple 5 gallon gas cans. It gets quite dirty at the beach due to the wind and sand. I might be able to rig up some sort of generator table and...
  5. gtex1970

    Big Battery bank in bed instead of portable generator. EcoDiesel questions

    50 to 100 amps, that seem reasonable and pretty good charge rate. going to need some fat wires, obviously.
  6. gtex1970

    Big Battery bank in bed instead of portable generator. EcoDiesel questions

    2022 1500 EcoDiesel , I pull a small camper occasionally. I'm considering putting a big battery bank in the bed to substitute as a generator for the camper. my stat sheet says I have a 250amp alternator. is that real? I know these new trucks have a lot of electronics, but that sounds huge to...
  7. gtex1970

    2022 1500 limited slip rear making noise

    I'll have them check it out at the next oil change. I think it's do for a recall anyway (if they can get the parts)
  8. gtex1970

    2022 1500 limited slip rear making noise

    I feel and hear a subtle noise that might be the rear end on my 2022 1500 with about 20,000 miles. It has a limited slip differential and I usually hear/feel it when I first take off in the morning. Maybe the fluid is a little thick. anybody else hear/feel this?
  9. gtex1970

    Seeking Real World RV Towing Experience via a RAM 1500 EcoDiesel

    the 8 speed and Tow/Haul mode will generally keep it in the right gear to maintain 65 on an interstate. You might just be dropping down to lower gears and spinning the engine a little more. as mentioned above, 8000lbs is definitely pushing into 2500 territory. if you got an eco diesel, you...
  10. gtex1970

    Seeking Real World RV Towing Experience via a RAM 1500 EcoDiesel

    I had a 2015 EcoDiesel 1500 and fully loaded a trailer that was 35' and maybe pushing 8500lbs. The power was good, the brakes felt good. the wind, not so good. I think the truck was too light and suspension too soft. I upgraded to a 2500 MegaCab Cummins. I have since sold both the 2500 and the...
  11. gtex1970

    Mileage- Small Camper and Eco Diesel

    so my first trip to the beach resulted in a round trip mileage of about 13.5mpg. A little disappointing. But, I think I had strong headwind on the way there. But overall, I am happy with the way it towed the camper. This thing is so much easier to get around with. Parking lots, gas stations, RV...
  12. gtex1970

    Mileage- Small Camper and Eco Diesel

    So I ended up getting a deal on the next step up camper in the same series. the dealer listed the step camper at the same price. I figured it was a mistake but I told them I was very interested at getting this camper at this price (I had screen shot the listing). They sold it at that price. I...
  13. gtex1970

    Mileage- Small Camper and Eco Diesel

    I previously owned a Jayco 294 that was 35' long with a slide out. I actually started towing it with a 2015 1500 ecoDiesel. it pulled and stopped OK, but the wind was scary. So, I upgraded to a 2500 Cummins. But I have since sold the camper and the cummins. I've been missing those beach trips...
  14. gtex1970

    Mileage- Small Camper and Eco Diesel

    I'm really enjoying my 2022 1500 eco Diesel, especially the mileage. taking it easy on the highways of Texas, I easily see 30mpg. I'm looking at aa small Camper: 3000lbs, under 10feet tall, 20 feet long. I have 3.21 gears and 4wd. Do you think I can still get 15, possibly even 20mpg with...
  15. gtex1970

    Alpine system- quick cheap upgrade

    I ordered some Kicker 3.5" 2 way speakers for the dash. I just wanted a little more crisp sound. For $40 from Crutchfield, free shipping and free connector adapters. I went from treble at the max setting to the middle setting. I think this is adequate for me now. Cheap and easy! Install took...
  16. gtex1970

    Bed Width on 1500. tool box didn't fit

    i have no RamBox storage. It is a short shortbed. but the length wasn't the issue with the TSC box. It just didn't fit between the bed sides. maybe it was just an odd box.
  17. gtex1970

    Are the USB ports REALLY "fast charging"??

    i would describe it as very slow. i went with a cheap/quick fix. it's not OEM but it works: https://www.ebay.com/itm/393454109105?var=662300894336
  18. gtex1970

    Anyone keep getting SiriusXM ad on every startup? Possible the dealer changed something?

    i'm getting the same thing. i think it was after a recent software/firmware update . i've noticed a few other changes, but that's the most annoying. Maybe we can make feedback on ramconnect or such?
  19. gtex1970

    Bed Width on 1500. tool box didn't fit

    I went to Tractor Supply the other day, grabbed a low-profile box for a full-size truck. Got it out to the truck and it didn't fit between the bed walls. I always thought full size trucks were basically the same side-side. I do have the plastic bed-caps on the truck, but I wouldn't think that...
  20. gtex1970

    Alfa OBD and Brake Controller

    I have towed a flatbed trailer with brakes several times now and the brake controller works as it should. $49 for an Alfa OBD APP $76 for the eBay brake controller $55 bypass module $23 eBay BAFX OBD2 adapter (I already had one) so, just over $200 invested.
  21. gtex1970

    Charging System Error

    i loosened , wiggled and retightened the battery ground cable and also the nut for that on-battery sensor. I also removed my security bypass, just in case that might be part of the issue. so far, so good. I have not seen the same error in a few days.
  22. gtex1970

    Charging System Error

    i'm having the same symptoms in my 2022 ecodiesel 1500 that is a few months old. i do think it started after i disconnected the battery to install a brake controller. I have checked the battery connection and it is good. there are no other symptoms to indicate that the issue is real... yet.
  23. gtex1970

    Alfa OBD and Brake Controller

    I was cheap and didn't pay 2x for the Mopar OEM controller. but this part looks to be built on the same specs. https://www.ebay.com/itm/275074599408 My mission was to come in substantially cheaper than paying dealer prices for the part and installation. I may regret the cheaper part at some...
  24. gtex1970

    Alfa OBD and Brake Controller

    thanks for the help. all systems appear to be Go! just no trailer to test it on at the moment
  25. gtex1970

    Alfa OBD and Brake Controller

    go up about 3 posts , he posted a link, I'll try to share. lots of information in here and a a link to a bypass cable provider: https://www.ramforum.com/threads/alfaobd.123982/

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