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Sounds like a 2500 is more than enough or run a 3500 SO
I experience the same mileage drop when I plug in a trailer..I’m just gonna hook up and not plug in next time...something bout that plug-inUnderstood guys and thanks for the feedback. As I said my current 3500 is 68rfe equipped. I’ve never felt like it would fail me even on my most challenging tows/hauls.
My one gripe with my pick up is this: the second I hitch to anything, even really light loads, my MPG goes to hell. I can easily get 19-21 mpg unladen. Even my lightest loads take that down to 11-14 immediately. As I said I’m constantly towing something. Most those loads you’d consider light. Do you guys thing the HO/AISIN combo with 3.73 would help boost that MPG some?
Thanks again.
My HO/AISIN averaged 21.3 mpg over nearly 3,000 miles when new and drank DEF like it was hooked to a factory supply. Usually see more along the lines of 18 mpg in the local driving here in the mountains. I have not really towed much light weight stuff. The small trailer and tractor is about 4800 pounds and have not seen a noticeable change in local mileage. Towing the CTL on its trailer with a weight of 15600# typically yields 14.5-15 mpg.
Both trannys will work..either the slip or the slam.
I guess I haven't figured out to get this spectacular mileage yet.
My 2017 2500 with the 68 never saw above 16 in the city even after the delete. Towing 10K I never got better than 11mpg on flat ground.
My 2019 3500 HO with the AISIN is about the same - 15 in town and 11mpg towing on flat ground. Both trucks are consistent at about 9MPG with any kind of uphill grades.
I actually prefer the AISIN over the 68 for in-town driving. I really don't have any major complaints with either however.
I just ordered a 2021 mega dually HO truck. How would you explain the shifting and driving patterns of the Aisin vs the 68rfe?
The 68RFE to me was really sleepy - the shift patterns were sluggish in my opinion. It really woke up with the trans tuning when I deleted the truck. The AISIN is the opposite - it is much more responsive and kicks it in the ass. Some people I think describe this as having a harsh feel. The HO is not a Cadillac - but its not a dump truck either. Its a happy medium.
Hope that helps!
Jury is still out on the latest flash on my HO/Aisin.
......shifts are definitely "different" than it was before. Maybe it just needs to adapt.
Hey Brutal, any updates on shifting? Did it re-learn? Got any better? Any other complains or comments post flashing?Jury is still out on the latest flash on my HO/Aisin.
I think it went from firm to harsh and the shifts are definitely "different" than it was before. Maybe it just needs to adapt.
I didn't plan on tuning and wanted the 1,000 lb-ft with factory warranty. The shift defueling is a bit disappointing, but when it hooks a gear it hauls. Seems to actually pull stronger since the flash. Maybe i got the 1075 lb-ft tune? LOL
I’d rather be 140 pounds overweight and have the heavier built trans for my applicationThe Aisin weighs 400 lbs and the 68rfe weighs 260lbs. 140 lbs more payload with the 68rfe.
That's right! Towing with 68rfe maxes out at around 17-18k lbs, Aisin goes all the way up to 36k lbs on 3500 drw (installed options dependent).I’d rather be 140 pounds overweight and have the heavier built trans for my application
It's actually more due to the heavier xfr case as well, but your point is still valid.I’d rather be 140 pounds overweight and have the heavier built trans for my application
Hello guys. I’m looking to trade in my ‘17 3500 68rfe Ram for a new 2020. Not sure which tranny I should go with. I tow pretty light utility trailers every day I’d say at the heaviest maybe 5000lb. Tow a 7000 pound jet boat pretty regularly.
My big tows/hauls happen probably 8-10 times a year. Towing the boat and hauling an Arctic Fox 990 truck camper. I figure 4500 pounds or so. A few of those trips are kinda nasty down into Hells Canyon on a real steep dirt road.
The 68rfe has not given me any problems and has always performed well. Truck now sits at 44500 miles.
Looking for input on the Aisin. Do you guys think I should be looking at that tranny or stick with the 68rfe? Thanks for any input you may have.
My 2020 3500 HO diesel with the aisin tranny is the worst vehicle I have ever owned nothing but problem since 450klms 32000klms now and the vehicle has been in and out of the shop for weeks and weeks . The transmission doesn't engage into first gear just out of the blue randomly just won't move i was almost seriously t-boned yesterday the truck stopped just in the nick of time. its like the transmission drops into neutral when I come to a stop and try to drive again the motor reves up and then it makes a loud bang and drives also does this randomly while driving . Also violently downshifts at 60klms causing the seat belts to lock and the truck feels like you have slammed on the brakesLooking for input on the Aisin. Do you guys think I should be looking at that tranny or stick with the 68rfe? Thanks for any input you may have.