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| I was thinking of taking up Kcram's suggestion on ordering a 3500 (Automatic) with the 4.10 rear end since it was rumored that the larger tires would be offered on the 2001 models. That may be true for the 2500's, but I noticed that the 2001 3500 comes standard with 3.45 axle ratio and 215 85R16 tires. No option for larger sizes. I thought that there was going to be an option for larger tires like 245 or even 265. Anyway, I would like to get a set of Alcoa Wheels and at least some 245's (maybe 255 or 265) tires. If I increase the tire size, it seems the standard ratio (3.45) is really low and I should go with the 4.10 ratio as Kcram suggests. I've seen some other posts that say it's difficult to find another wheel such as Alcoa wheels that will properly fit. Anyone fit Alcoa's and larger tires on a 3500? My main load will be a 3500 lbs. camper. Any suggestions? | |
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Hello everyone, I'm considering a 3500 Quad Cab 4x4 with a Cummins. I own a '94 F350 7.3 non turbo. The truck has been good to me, I have 110000 on it. I have had to replace the transmission once and I'm not thrilled with the brakes, but overall I like the truck. I've driven a powerstroke and I really like it. It seems much better than my old 7.3. Let me get to the point, I'm in the market for a new P/U and I just want to check out the Dodge before I buy Ford. I'm not 100% sold on the looks of the new Superduties. Also most dealers in the NY area do not have much in stock. So it seems that I'll have to order one and that may take till summer. I see that most local Dodge dealers near me have 3500 DRW Quads in stock. I just want anyones honest opinion on this truck. Most of my driving is Hwy stuck in traffic. Sometimes I pull a 16' open trailer with a 4000lb machine on it. I'm looking for comfort and power. I also plow snow and I'm a little bit concerned about the front coils. Thanks In Advance Trig"R" |
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| I have a 2000 2500 V10 4X4 QC and I am thinking about replacing the muffler. I have been told I can use a free-flow muffler, like a Gibson or Bullet, and I have been told that I should not use an unrestrictive muffler. Any ideas on what muffler/system I should use, and what kind of economy and power improvements can I expect? | |
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Dave, I took a look at the (2) Duallys on the lot, they are 2000 Cummins, QC, 5spd's, both have a sticker of $36,000. He has a 2001 dually that he is suppose to receive soon, and all have stake pockets. I checked out the new tow mirrors, they were pretty slick, I think I will bring my tools and steal a pair tonight. LOL. I knew not everyone would like my Powerstroke Trivia.....Bill |
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(hydroturf) do you have to have a duallie truck? the 3500Ram with the cummins is a good HD truck, that can only be had in the duallie form do you want a duallie?...Do you want an auto or manual trans? To be qwite honest i think the superduty trucks are the best overall trucks! You should drive and compare them all....But the Dodge does have a good Diesel(cummins)thats good for an average of 300000miles..Check out "TruckTrend.com" for a comparision of the Powerstroke vs.Cummins there both good !! I have a 97 3500 cummins4+2,a 96 3/4 powerstroke 4+4.....both are good trucks.I use my powerstroke more often cause it seams to handle the work better..and i like the seat better...I'm a welder/farmer with a 31ft stock trailer,37ft. fithwheel camper among other things that i transport.. What ever you do Diesels are the best choice if your going to work your truck! |
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We can't have you slammin' the Powerstrokes in the Dodge forum now. I can't help to love the new style mirrors and I have to keep convincing myself that the heated and electric were the proper choice. I just don't know why DC didn't make the new style mirrors heated and electric and then the choice would have been real easy. Supposably, if you order them through DC's parts department, they will set you back $270. It might be kind of nice if you could switch back and forth between the sets. Just came across another interesting bit of news: Chrysler Motors will no longer accept orders at the factory for all 2001 Dodge Ram Pickup/C&C/Club/Quad past 4/14/00 (w/special equipment/paint: 3/24/00). I'm sure that they will get enough trucks out to the dealers to meet the demand, but I think they are making the transition to the totally new 2002 Ram. My truck is going to be obsolete before I even see it! And your truck, Bill, is going to be pushing three years old! I haven't seen pictures of the new Ram, but I hear it is suppose to be a cross between the current Ram and the Powerwagon. The Powerwagon is still due to be released separately. The "new" Ram is suppose to be completely different though (new axles, frame, engines, etc.). And one day Bill, somebody is going to spot a smooth railed Ram! -ddd |
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hey(danzig89)you sould get the Gibson cat-back exhaust system,good for 10hp..Or better the Brola stainless headers(about a grand)but good for 23hp...And yes your gas mileage will improve... I work with a guy who did it and whent from, 11mpg to 13mpg |
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Dave, I will refrain from anymore PS bashing, not! I think the smooth railed Ram is like Sasquatch or Bigfoot, take a picture if you see one. I had to trailer a broke down 1978 Pontiac Grand Prix tonight, the thing was a tank, small block 400 and all. The Cummins just ripped it down the road at 75mph like clock work. Almost slid it off the trailer unloading it, due to the ice on the trailer deck, we still have 5" of snow on the ground here.........Bill |
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I'll bet you a beer at George's Log Cabin that I get the smooth railed Ram! The hole puncher was probably out sick the day they made my bed so just my luck. No snow out here in California and it is just as well as there is no Ram either. Keep counting the days. -ddd |
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Dave, Them darn hole puncher's, do they have a hole puncher union? Got to go to Oklahaoma this weekend and pickup a buddies Chevy, I will let you know the fuel mileage when I get back. You should hear how deep the Cummins sounds when you load it up, it just says work me like a dog.......Bill |
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