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    2019 ram 1500 classic

    The springs in the rear are to provide a smoother ride. Though the trade off is more sag when towing. I bought one with the tow package, though won't tow that often. I've read many install inflatable air bags in the rear to mitigate the issue. That's what I plan to do. Leaf springs are better...
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    Recall on 2023 Ram Big Horn 5.7 Hemi

    Subscribing. I've had my '23 for a little over a month. Will probably take it into the dealer when it's due for it's first oil change. Only 1400 miles on it so far. From what I've read, good to do them every 5K.
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    2023 Ram 1500 4x4 Big Horn Etorque

    This is what I do. I've gotten into the habit of pressing that button every time I start the truck. When I test drove it, the salesman even told me I should turn that off every time or it will wear out the starter faster. I'm just not a fan of the auto stop/start. I might turn it back on if I...
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    suspension

    I definitely disagree. I had two F150's in the past. My last one was a 2018 and was very bouncy to the point where I didn't mind trading it in for my wife's Expedition. Also got an extended test drive in a '23 F150 XLT. Wife had one as a rental when her Expedition was getting some work done...
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    2025 Ram 1500 First Drive: No More Hemi

    The 'manual is better' used to be a good argument when we were limited to 4 - 6 speed auto trans. Now that they are 8 - 10 speed, doesn't seem like it can beat the auto. I talked to a friend that's a Mustang fanatic. He was conflicted when he bought his latest, never having owned an auto...
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    Awful gas mileage: 2024 RAM Rebel GT

    Just got a '23 Big Horn with the 32" tires on 20" wheels. I was thinking of moving up to a 33". Thought the more I read these threads, makes me want to stay at 32". Especially since I plan to tow with it. Might just do a 32" AT tire and aftermarket wheels.
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    35/37s on 17s or 35s on 20s

    Looks like you posted in the wrong section if you're running 17" wheels. 18" is the smallest wheel you can fit on a 5th gen, and then not all 18" will work. I have a Jeep and do a lot of wheeling, so always want the smallest wheel and largest tire I can get. That said, I'm still undecided on...
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    suspension

    What truck did you drive? New style meaning the '25 or '24? I just picked up a new '23 and it is very smooth. I've had two F150's in the past and they are a bit bouncy because of the leaf springs.
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    2025 Ram 1500 First Drive: No More Hemi

    Only MFG left with a V8 in a half ton are Ford and Chevy. Chevy it's still the standard engine, 5.3. With Ford, they still make them, but it's slim pickings trying to find one on a lot, most are either the 3.5EB or 2.7EB. Better off custom ordering one if you must. I also wanted the V8 and...
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    Laramie into a Rebel

    I don't blame you for not wanting a new truck with new payments. If you're still considering, checkout the 2023 stock in your area. I bought a '23 two weeks ago and they were doing 20% off. There's a decent selection '23 Rebels in my area. Not sure where you are, but I pulled up the least...
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    My new RAM

    Congrats! Looks good with the brown leather!
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    Opinion on 2019

    I've found that first year trucks tend to have more problems. So if I'm looking for a used vehicle, I usually leave out the first year or two. Though 34K miles is very low for a 5 year old truck. I'd pay to have a Ram service dept inspect it, see if they recommend it. I got screwed on an F150...
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    Ram Connect

    I don't have remote start on mine. So looks like all I would lose would be the ability to unlock the doors with the app. How much do they charge to keep it active? Just bought mine on Sunday. How long is the trial? Odd that they make you pay to use the app. The app for my wife's Ford is free.
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    4x4 with no tow hooks?

    Definitely annoying to realize your 4X4 doesn't have recovery hooks. My wifes Ford Expedition does have them. I will be using mine to tow my Jeep, so hopefully won't need it. Though you never know. There have been times where the offroad area gets flooded and everyone gets stuck. So probably...
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    Key FOB - Proximity?

    Yup, that's how it is on my wife's Ford Expedition. I still wouldn't buy a higher trim level just for that though.
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