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03-13-2018, 09:22 AM
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New ride! 2018 Ram 3500, Cummins
4x4, DRW, 4.10, and auto level rear suspension. Went with the tradesman with a few upgrades to save money. This is my first dually so it’s taking a little getting used to. I will be adding mudflaps and nerfbar right away. Looking at tires and wheels at some point in the future.
I hate the mirrors compared to my F250, which seems to be the consensus of others online. Otherwise this things a BEAST!
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2017 Work & Play 30WRS - no toy yet
2018 Ram 3500 Crew Cab, 4x4, DRW, Cummins
2008 Wildwood LE 28DDSS (sold)
Rockwood Roo (sold)
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03-13-2018, 09:26 AM
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That's a lot of truck for the 30WRS. But I know from first hand experience, the 30WRS is a tongue heavy animal.
One of our camping friends has a new 3500 Ram and he absolutely loves it.
I predict a large fiver in your future. 
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03-13-2018, 09:33 AM
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That's a beauty, congrats!!
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2019 Silverado 1500
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03-13-2018, 09:55 AM
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Always Learning
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Location: Four Corners, FL
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I’ll be truck shopping later this year and it’ll likely be a Ram again.
What is your cargo carrying capacity?
Do you know the GCWR?
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03-13-2018, 10:05 AM
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Join Date: May 2014
Location: Alberta - East of the Rockies, West of the Rest
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Nice truck, congrats 
I suggest actual running boards rather than nerf bars to keep the side of the truck protected from road spray, mud flaps can only do so much.
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Sold: Riverstone Legacy 38RE, 960 Watt Solar, 6x6 Volt AGM Battery Bank, Freedom SW 3012 Inv/Charger
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03-13-2018, 10:26 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by KFX450RXC
That's a lot of truck for the 30WRS. But I know from first hand experience, the 30WRS is a tongue heavy animal.
One of our camping friends has a new 3500 Ram and he absolutely loves it.
I predict a large fiver in your future. |
The tongue weight is part of why we upgraded. Very heavy, the f250 didn’t cut it. We will be upgrading to a fiver at some point, this truck will handle almost anything we could buy. I see money leaving my bank account in large quantities in my future. 
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2017 Work & Play 30WRS - no toy yet
2018 Ram 3500 Crew Cab, 4x4, DRW, Cummins
2008 Wildwood LE 28DDSS (sold)
Rockwood Roo (sold)
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03-13-2018, 10:29 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ependydad
I’ll be truck shopping later this year and it’ll likely be a Ram again.
What is your cargo carrying capacity?
Do you know the GCWR?
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GCWR: 39100
Payload: 5690
GVWR: 14000
Max tow: 30320
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2017 Work & Play 30WRS - no toy yet
2018 Ram 3500 Crew Cab, 4x4, DRW, Cummins
2008 Wildwood LE 28DDSS (sold)
Rockwood Roo (sold)
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03-13-2018, 10:31 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Cypressloser
Nice truck, congrats
I suggest actual running boards rather than nerf bars to keep the side of the truck protected from road spray, mud flaps can only do so much. |
Will do! White paint is going to be a problem.
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2017 Work & Play 30WRS - no toy yet
2018 Ram 3500 Crew Cab, 4x4, DRW, Cummins
2008 Wildwood LE 28DDSS (sold)
Rockwood Roo (sold)
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03-13-2018, 11:45 AM
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Always Learning
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Four Corners, FL
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Live4boating
GCWR: 39100
Payload: 5690
GVWR: 14000
Max tow: 30320
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Long bed?
Here’s what I think my current ratings are:
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03-13-2018, 11:51 AM
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Yes long bed.
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2017 Work & Play 30WRS - no toy yet
2018 Ram 3500 Crew Cab, 4x4, DRW, Cummins
2008 Wildwood LE 28DDSS (sold)
Rockwood Roo (sold)
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03-13-2018, 11:52 AM
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Location: Denver, NC
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Live4boating
4x4, DRW, 4.10, and auto level rear suspension. Went with the tradesman with a few upgrades to save money. This is my first dually so it’s taking a little getting used to. I will be adding mudflaps and nerfbar right away. Looking at tires and wheels at some point in the future.
I hate the mirrors compared to my F250, which seems to be the consensus of others online. Otherwise this things a BEAST!
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What don't you like about the mirror's ?
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2015 Ram 2500 CTD,CC,SB,4x4
2016 Rockwood 2703 Emerald Edition
Husky CenterLine TS Hitch
TST 507 TPMS
Progressive Industries EMS-PT30X
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03-13-2018, 12:14 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2016
Location: Indiana
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Mirrors
Give those mirrors a chance to prove themselves. My 17' I had the same initial thought, but when you tow with them in the "Moose" position you may change your mind. I really like my Ram 2500, and like your choice as well. My next one will look like yours, with more bells.
Great choice, enjoy.
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2019 Ram 3500 CC 4X4 Cummins 6.7l
2020 Fuzion 369 toy hauler
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03-13-2018, 12:50 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JJaxon
Give those mirrors a chance to prove themselves. My 17' I had the same initial thought, but when you tow with them in the "Moose" position you may change your mind. I really like my Ram 2500, and like your choice as well. My next one will look like yours, with more bells.
Great choice, enjoy.
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Moose position...  . Exactly.
So far I really don’t like the down position but I haven’t towed yet, working on the initial 500 mile breakin. I’ve been driving in the moose position which gives me better coverage with the dually. I have power mirrors on the F250 and got in the habit of retracting my mirrors after parking in tight spaces. It’s a pain not having power mirrors on the Ram.
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2017 Work & Play 30WRS - no toy yet
2018 Ram 3500 Crew Cab, 4x4, DRW, Cummins
2008 Wildwood LE 28DDSS (sold)
Rockwood Roo (sold)
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03-13-2018, 12:54 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2016
Location: Indiana
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Live4boating
Moose position... . Exactly.
So far I really don’t like the down position but I haven’t towed yet, working on the initial 500 mile breakin. I’ve been driving in the moose position which gives me better coverage with the dually. I have power mirrors on the F250 and got in the habit of retracting my mirrors after parking in tight spaces. It’s a pain not having power mirrors on the Ram. |
I have a Laramie, and the mirrors retract. You may be able to buy that option after the fact, but it is a great option to have, I use it all the time.
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2019 Ram 3500 CC 4X4 Cummins 6.7l
2020 Fuzion 369 toy hauler
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03-13-2018, 12:55 PM
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2014 SunSeeker 2300
Join Date: Jun 2017
Location: Southern Iowa
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Live4boating
GCWR: 39100
Payload: 5690
GVWR: 14000
Max tow: 30320
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WOW! What a horse! I've had lots of the Cummins for my company and they hold up fantastic! Congratulations!
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03-13-2018, 12:57 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JJaxon
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I have a Laramie, and the mirrors retract. You may be able to buy that option after the fact, but it is a great option to have, I use it all the time.
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Yeah, I’m going to see if I can add the upgrade.
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2017 Work & Play 30WRS - no toy yet
2018 Ram 3500 Crew Cab, 4x4, DRW, Cummins
2008 Wildwood LE 28DDSS (sold)
Rockwood Roo (sold)
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03-13-2018, 01:16 PM
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Always Learning
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Live4boating
Yes long bed.
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Perfect. What trim level did you go with?
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03-13-2018, 01:19 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2015
Location: Denver, NC
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JJaxon
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I have a Laramie, and the mirrors retract. You may be able to buy that option after the fact, but it is a great option to have, I use it all the time.
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I have a Big Horn and it was equipped with the power folding tow mirror's has an option likewise I use it all the time 
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2015 Ram 2500 CTD,CC,SB,4x4
2016 Rockwood 2703 Emerald Edition
Husky CenterLine TS Hitch
TST 507 TPMS
Progressive Industries EMS-PT30X
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03-13-2018, 01:45 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: Fremont CA
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I purchased 2017 3500 Laramie SW 4x4 with the Cummins/Aisin transmission. Towing my 34' Windjammer and soon going to 5th wheel. You'll love your truck!
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03-13-2018, 01:51 PM
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Georgia Rally Coordinator
Join Date: Jun 2015
Location: GA
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Nice truck looks good. I just ordered a 2018 2500 but with the 6.4 gas. Can't wait till mine show up and I also got the auto suspension and auto tow mirrors. Enjoy. Later RJD
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