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[TexasHD]

Thanks for the add. Just purchased a 2500 Regular Cab Tradesman 6.4 today. Haven’t taken delivery yet. That happens tomorrow the 14th.

 

[flan]

That’s always an exciting feeling. Like a kid on Christmas Eve. Welcome aboard!

 

[Lonestar]

Welcome and congrats on the purchase. Post some pics once you take possession.

 

[oppizzippo]

Welcome! Nice to see another RCLB on the forum. Post up some pictures when you get a chance, we like pictures around here.

 

[TexasHD]

Welcome! Nice to see another RCLB on the forum. Post up some pictures when you get a chance, we like pictures around here.

Ok, will do.

 

[TexasHD]

A few here commented that I should have gotten a 3500 instead of the 2500 for hauling a camper. I only wanted a regular cab and I wanted only a long bed. The crew cabs decrease the payload substantially and I wasn't going to drive a long bed crew cab as a daily driver. The difference between the payload of a 4x4 2500 and a 4x4 3500 is about 9%, unless you get a dually which makes it close to double. The dealer I purchased from happened to have a 3500 dually and I drove it just for grins. 7680 payload but the ride was too much. In searching for a 3500 SRW I saw there were none to be found within 250 miles of where I live. The camper I’ll be using, most likely a 4WD Camper or similar, haven’t picked one yet, will not be over 2000 lbs. so that leaves me at least 1500 pounds to play with.
i suppose leaf springs versus coil springs would be better but I’m sure I’ll be able to deal with and modify if I feel I need to. The deal I got on the Ram was too good to ignore. I had no interest in a Ford and wasn’t liking the GDI on the Chevy.

I’m really loving this truck and thanks to everyone who gave me some great information here. Looking forward to share more.

 

[oppizzippo]

I don't think you'll have any issues with a 4wd camper on the 2500. You can always add airbags if you need them. I don't blame you for skipping the GDI on the Chevy.