towing

  1. B

    Gear Change Req'd for 33's?

    Bought the truck used with 33x12.5x20's on it. I noticed it has trouble staying above 70 on the hwy without downshifting (5.7L, 8-spd tranny). Other than that, it runs and shifts just fine. Roughly 75K miles on it now. I do mostly city driving with the occasional few-hour hwy trip, and Its never...
  2. O

    Towing, Airbags, Tires & GVCR

    Guys or gals, need your input, please. We purchased a 2019 RAM 2500 Laramie Longhorn /w the alcoholic 6.4 HEMI (not the best, I know) and the 3.73 gears. Tow capacity - Tow Capacity - 14,410# GVWR - 10,000# GVCR - 21,500# Payload - 3380# Hitch/pin weight - 1800# Tires: LT285 60R20 (E) 8 Ply...
  3. Intense-Dakota

    First long haul w/ 4K lb - Engine/Trans Braking in mountains?

    I have had many trucks through the years, and about 6 months ago I replaced my 2014 2500 with a 2017 REBEL (5.7L, 8 speed, 3.92 4x4, CC, Air Suspension). I have towed a lot, but all usually within 20-30 miles, and never through the mountains. I have driving Pike's Peak and Mt. Washington so I am...
    • Intense-Dakota
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    • air bag suspension hemi 5.7 mountain driving rebel towing trailer transmission cooler
    • Replies: 14
    • Forum: Towing & Hauling
  4. D

    35" Tires For Towing

    I've been putting off getting new 35x12.5R20 tires for my 2015 6" lifted ram but I can't anymore since I just got a 30' camper. I saw a couple tires that mentioned towing in their description but I was wondering if anyone has any tire recommendations. I'm looking on towing the 7000# camper...
  5. 3_Turner

    Help Needed - Part Name/Number Request

    Vehicle: 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Megacab The circled part was attached to the column gear selector upon replacing and I broke the tab off of it. It looks to be a push lock of some sort but I have yet to find an actual name or part number for it. Currently, I only see this part on ebay bundled in...
    • 3_Turner
    • Thread
    • 3500 68rfe help with overdrive part identification shifter steering column towing
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Interior
  6. R

    2019 Ram 2500 Trailer Blind Spot Monitoring

    I waited for a 2019 Ram 2500 with the toeing technology group to arrive at a local dealer. Now that I have purchased it and towed my trailer I don't seem to have blind spot monitoring with the trailer on as advertised. Dealer hasn't been much help but in their defense they have no place for me...
  7. NorZeman

    Sway bar upgrade

    All, I'm considering doing a Hellwig rear sway bar. Just curious what peoples experiences have been while towing with these upgraded bars? Any added lateral stability while towing? Any concerns about it? Too stiff taking weight off the inside wheel on turns causing spins/jackknifes? Other...
  8. K

    Brake Control Issues

    Hey Guys/Gals, I’ve been having an issue with my aftermarket brake control for some time now. When I plug my trailer into the seven pin connector the brake control lights up as expected. When I press the brake peddle the brake control isn’t recognizing it so the trailer brakes don’t engage. If I...
    • kentm
    • Thread
    • brakes towing trailer trailer brake trailer brake controller
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Towing & Hauling
  9. chasles22

    3.21 gear change and other towing upgrades.

    searched around a bit and can't quite get at what I am wondering. we are thinking about buy a TT and also have a boat we would like to trailer sometimes. I have a big horn with 3.21 gears which will tow ~8200lbs. no other change (same transmission, same trans cooler, same everything) with 3.92...
  10. C

    Opinion on Towing Capacity

    Looking for some opinions. I have a 2016 1500 5.7 with 8 speed trans. The rated towing capacity is 8,000 lbs. I need to rent a skid steer to do some work in my yard. The skid steer with trailer is about 10,000 lbs. I would only be traveling about 4 miles one way, never exceeding 25 mph. It...
  11. jtruelove

    5th wheel rails

    Looking to buy some used 5th wheel rails for a 2018 ram 3500 with the prep package
  12. Ram19 Owner

    Missing Trailer Back-up Center Line

    I couldn’t find anything within the forums here but did find this on another Ram Forum site about the camera backup center line missing on the 12.1” systems. I’m hoping it’s ok to post links here from another site as I’m trying to pass info on for issues found through the community. There seems...
  13. jtruelove

    2017 ram 1500 5th wheel

    Thinking about putting a 5th wheel in my 2017 ram 1500 4x4 with a 5,7 box. Gonna tow a 10k travel trailer 28 foot. Will have to install air bags
  14. K

    Need Mopar tow mirrors for 2016 1500 Lone Star

    I have a 2016 1500 RAM Crew cab Lone Star package that includes the power option that folds the standard mirrors in or out. The truck came with the 4/7 pin trailer connections as well as the Class IV trailer hitch & trans cooler. The max towing capacity is 8,210 lbs. & max payload capacity is...
  15. Steve Christian

    Stupid Question

    I have a 2019 Ram Laramie Sport Package, It has a switch for TOW/HAUL. I understand you use this when you are towing or hauling. But what does it do to/for the truck? Does it change transmission calibrations? Work the cooling system more? I can't find info in the owners manual. Thanks.
  16. C

    Rear End Upgrades

    Fellow Ram owners, I have a 2004 Ram 1500 Hemi Sport 4x4...5" rough country suspension lift, Fuel offroad rims and and toyo open country R/t tires. Over the past few months I have had some drivetrain issues...just had to replace a cracked transfer case(no idea what caused this) and i'm pretty...
  17. U

    Integrated Trailer Brake Controller Problem

    Hello everyone, I just picked up a 2019 Ram 1500 Sport a month ago. I do enjoy the truck but there seems to be an issue with stopping my trailer. The brakes on the trailer dont seem to actuate when the brake is pressed or when sliding the trailer brake controller buttons. The truck came...
  18. Rob Rice

    Towing with a 2012

    I have a 2012 1500 quad cab with the 5.7 and the towing package ( brake controller and hitch and wiring). I was wondering the best things to add to the truck to help with towing? I plan on towing around a 7000 pound camper in the future?? Thanks
  19. Rob Rice

    Towing with a 2012

    I have a 2012 1500 quad cab with the 5.7 and the towing package ( brake controller and hitch and wiring). I was wondering the best things to add to the truck to help with towing? I plane on towing around a 7000 oound camper in the future?? Thanks
  20. J

    Lighting?

    Hey guys, I have a 2014 2500 that I'm interested in putting a Z-Flash in while hauling horses and other equipment. has anyone used it? what's your thought? http://bit.ly/2P9FV8H
  21. H

    Running SuperChips tuner, thinking of adding Gibson exhaust

    I have a 2007 5.7 Hemi 1500 and have been running the SuperChips tuner for about a year now. By the seat of my pants it has made a minor difference in towing my trailer when I hit some big hills. I am thinking of adding a Gibson exhaust and they claim to add another 18 foot pounds of torque...
  22. M

    Airlift airbags up the tow rating?

    2007 QC LB 4x4 tow rating is 8300 max. I’m looking at campers with bunk beds and most are almost 6k or over. So whats everyone’s thoughts on the subject if I’m adding airlift air bags for towing help? Thanks in advance.
  23. C

    Transmission overheated - possibly still running above normal?

    Hello, everyone! This is my first post here and I'm hoping to get some ideas. I'm pretty sure the answer will be to take it to the dealer, but I'm hoping to get at least some insight. I'm okay mechanically so I suspect I'll understand most of any responses. Sorry for the long post but here...
  24. 96Pirate

    Towing during break in period

    I have a 2018 Laramie with the Hemi. The book says it is recommended that for the 1st 500 miles of towing to not exceed 50mph. I currently have just over 1200 miles and have towed roughly 4500-5000 lbs approx 50 miles so far and have tried religiously to stick to 50 mph. It’s difficult to do...
  25. M

    Increase towing capcity in Ram 1500 V6

    I made a rookie truck buyers mistake and let the dealer tell me my 2016 Dodge Ram 1500 had a towing capacity over 7000 pounds. I purchased a 2016 Ram 1500 4x4 with the V6, but the problem is that it has the 3.21 axle ratio so it's rated at 4170 pounds, not the 3.55 which is rated at 7160...

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