Congratulations (a little early, since it isn't delivered yet)!
1. Mopar Tri-fold Tonneau cover
- Do you guys like it? Is it a solid choice, or is there another clear winner in the tonneau cover world? ( new to owning a truck/tonneau covers ).
As others stated, tonneau covers are very personal choices. I like mine, someone likes their Bakflip, someone likes their Lowpro, etc. I'm sure some of their trucks on the lot have the cover, so you can see an example. If you like it, and they offer you a good price, go for it.
2. Mopar Cold-Air Intake
- Is it too loud on its own ( i.e. without cat-back exhaust)? Loud when cruising at highway speeds?
Roughly equivalent to a Volant or S&B. If installed properly, it will only really be louder at WOT (wide-open-throttle). I like the S&B, but the Mopar unit is nice. If they are including the kit that gets air from the hood scoops, I would do it. Otherwise I would save the money and do a S&B instead. S&B also has no issues with sucking in snow, as it pulls air from the factory location. With the Vararam, which is the best intake as far as performance goes, there are scattered issues with snow clogging it up.
3. Leveling a new truck
- Do you guys recommend leveling a new truck by 2" in the front? Does it make the road harder to see in front of you? Anything I need to consider here (known issues, disadvantages)? Worth it or unnecessary?
The most recommended way is the Bilstein 5100 shocks. Not only do you get a better ride than the factory shocks, but you can level the truck without any dinky spacers. Only semi-common issue I'm aware of with it is if you go to 2", it can wear on the ball joints in the upper control arms a bit more, and good luck with the dealership replacing them under warranty if they figure out you've leveled it (which is a big "if" as many dealerships wouldn't notice).
4. 3.27 vs 3.92
- I'm not towing and I don't really want to lose fuel efficiency by going 3.92. However, I live in Canada and I'm wondering if the 3.92 will help in snowy situations? ( I'm getting the anti-spin differential ) I can be convinced either way - any strong opinions here?
I am doubtful there is any way the gears help with the snow. The ability to put the power to the ground is fantastic. I chose 3.92 gears for that reason. The best way to judge for yourself... test drive a 3.21 geared truck. Then test drive a 3.92 geared truck (make sure they are very close to the same trim level/features so that you are comparing apples to apples). Judge for yourself.
