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  1. Rustydodge

    2021 Ram 3500 Returns Gets More Torque & Best-In-Class Towing Numbers:

    Unfortunately it appears they only increased GCWR on the 2wd reg cab 8' bed trucks to 45k. Other configurations stay at 43K max. Not that it is a huge deal. I think Ram already had about the highest ratings for a 4x4 crew cab configuration. Maybe they'll bring 45k across more configurations soon.
  2. Rustydodge

    2020 MT Truck of the Year - GM vs Ram

    https://www.motortrend.com/news/2020-gmc-sierra-3500hd-pros-and-cons-review MT hammered the GM HD offering again on interior and really disliked the new 6.6 gas V8 "Half-assed gas V-8, Cheap, unsightly interior, Soft, squishy brakes" "We sampled the gas and diesel engines...and although one...
  3. Rustydodge

    Please Post Payload Sticker from Driver's Door Jamb.

    An E rating is more than what a 1500 needs. Rebel = 275/70R18E load rating = 3,640 PW = 285/70R17D load rating = 3,195 My theory, Rebel used E rated for lower rolling resistance - part of why it hasn't ever been separately EPA rated. PW uses D for softer sidewall for better RTI/flex. They...
  4. Rustydodge

    Powerwagon as a daily driver?

    Motortrend just had a long term PW. If they could get by in LA then you're probably good.
  5. Rustydodge

    2500 or 1500

    To add a little. SAE J2807 which is the test criteria that establishes the GCWR and trailer tow ratings for trucks under 14k GVWR lists order of importance as: 1) GCWR 2) GAWR 3) GVWR Obviously per the book, none should be exceeded, but the standard even allows for exceeding RAWR prior to...
  6. Rustydodge

    Please Post Payload Sticker from Driver's Door Jamb.

    Interesting Power Wagons have D rated duratracs while 2019 Rebel 1500s are E rated
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