What would you add to make your Ram ideal for you?

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yrraljguthrie

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Probably best not to include discussions on etorque or stop-start.

And you can post more than once and group your wants if you have many.

I would use a larger rear-view mirror, the one on the windshield. It may actually be adequate, but it looks like it belongs on a two-row SUV. I would also put a mirror on the passenger windshield to-door post that can be adjusted so the driver could see through the driver's side rear door window. It would be handy even with the blind spot on indication outside mirrors.
 

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Probably best not to include discussions on etorque or stop-start.

And you can post more than once and group your wants if you have many.

I would use a larger rear-view mirror, the one on the windshield. It may actually be adequate, but it looks like it belongs on a two-row SUV. I would also put a mirror on the passenger windshield to-door post that can be adjusted so the driver could see through the driver's side rear door window. It would be handy even with the blind spot on indication outside mirrors.

Just pretend you're Italian and chuck the mirror. " The firsta rule of Italian driving isa, whatsa behind you, isa not important."
 

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my power wagon has everything i need,but i would add a tonneu cover and maybe a HUD.
I agree. That's why I have installed an AEM GPS speedo in my a pillar1f37c468-d79c-421f-be84-787db12a43f4photo.jpeg
 

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I have the opposite problem, mine doesn't produce enough HEAT! Enough to keep me from freezing but I'm still cold in the winter.
Steering wheel radio controls would be super...I can barely reach the dang radio.
 

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I have the opposite problem, mine doesn't produce enough HEAT! Enough to keep me from freezing but I'm still cold in the winter.
Steering wheel radio controls would be super...I can barely reach the dang radio.
From your avatar pic your truck looks like maybe a Laramie. Not sure of all trims but didn't Laramie have radio controls on the back (front?) of the steering wheel?
 

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I forgot about the AC. It is definitely weak. Takes too long to start working and doesn't get cold enough. I have to leave it on max and have it blow on my face.
I have to turn mine away from me half the time because it's too cold. And it gets hot here.
 

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From your avatar pic your truck looks like maybe a Laramie. Not sure of all trims but didn't Laramie have radio controls on the back (front?) of the steering wheel?
Mine does not, except as part of the EVIC controls.
 

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From your avatar pic your truck looks like maybe a Laramie. Not sure of all trims but didn't Laramie have radio controls on the back (front?) of the steering wheel?
It's a Tradesman with some cosmetic (and performance) mods. Power windows and locks are the only bell and whistle lol.
 
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" The firsta rule of Italian driving isa, whatsa behind you, isa not important."

That's funny but when I do that they always honk and flip me the bird when they speed up and go past. I don't mind them flipping me off but don't like to be hollered at(horn). :) :)
 

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Mine's pretty dang close to ideal as is. It needs windshield tint and a couple sizes up tires and deeper gears to account for them
 
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It's pretty easy to add HUD just for Speed and Tach. Can use the OBD connector. You'd have to be able to tolerate a small box on the dash for projection. Keyless enter and go I would like also. Don't need the gun.

Although some vehicles will come with a darker windshield tint, I don't think it is factory. I think it's done somewhere during shipment. A darker windshield and front window tint are illegal in most states. My 2018 XLT had a dark windshield and front windows and it looked aftermarket. There was a thin streak along the edges where the tint ended.
 

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It's a Tradesman with some cosmetic (and performance) mods. Power windows and locks are the only bell and whistle lol.
I don't even have that, and it still has 5 times more (electronic) stuff on it that I will ever have a use for.
 

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Man I can't think of anything to add since I already did everything I wanted. The latest yesterday was the rear step. I'm done and content.
 

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I need a set of running boards, and a locking aluminum tonneau cover. #1 so the wife can in in without using a step stool, and #2 so I can put stuff back there without having it get 5-fingered away. After that, I really can't think of anything else I want or need.
 
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