Got a new towing rig! ...and mods to 1500 Ram

[Murf'n'surf]

Are there benefits to the front adjustable shocks?

 

[veedubtek]

They claim it tightens up the ride a bit, as well as bringing it up from I think 1.5-2.8" to help level it out. That's really the only reason I'm buying them. If leveling the front brings my ball down 1/8", it will be a whole lot easier getting the boat hooked up. I don't wanna change my hitch as I have a quiet aluminum one.

 

[Eurocat]

Very nice work on that cluster veedubtek. couldn't tell it apart form that pic now.
I went with the Laramie for the overall upgrades and since I usually have ppl with me form the office I figured it covered all the bases. it is like a luxury car on a pickup body.
The entertainment system is just about the best I have had, better than Infinity or Mercedes.
I just can't replicate your mileage. Granted I spend a bit of my commute in traffic, and 25% is city driving. (highway is usually "spirited driving) but my usual average is a mere 22 mpg. This is still an improvement since my best on the infinity under same conditions was 18.5 mph, and on my Durango hemi was 17mph, but far from 30.

 

[veedubtek]

I average probably 23 if I commute with it, which is a really bad baseline. 12 miles, maybe 1/2 highway, and barely reaches operating temp. My buddy has the same truck in 2WD, and plugs his in every morning to warm up before he leaves (35 mile highway commute). His average is 35.4 right now.

I may have lost some throwing the 20's on there, or calibration is off a bit. Saw 30 on the way to the dealer yesterday. 22.6 towing the skis 3.5 hours each way this past weekend. Those numbers are down from what I was getting last year. Not that those numbers are anything to complain about! I do drive her very conservatively though.

 

[Eurocat]

Guess we are not far apart then, I can see 30's if it's traffic free driving and I feather it. Mine already came with 20's, extended cab an the 6 ft bed (vs the shorter one). all of these accrue on the released mileage numbers so I knew if was going to be tough. Not that I am complaining (much), but I thought it would be slight better for the cost vs the 6 cyl.

 

[Murf'n'surf]

Update to my bedcover..... I still like it but the heat is causing some strange warping and collects water a little more now.

 

[njmr2fan]

We still love our Ram. We have the V6 rear wheel drive crew cab. On longer highway trips we've gotten as high as 25.6mpg, we seem to average 22.3 so consistently that I thought something in the computer was screwy. I started hand calculating and its what i've gotten that way too so were pretty stoked.

@Murf'n'surf Is that warrantable through BAK? So far so good with the Revolver cover.

 

[Eurocat]

@Murf'n'surf , that is strange, I haven't had any issues with mine.
My driveway has a little more pitch than yours, but I haven't had any issues with water while parked anywhere. No warping either. Then again, you do live in FL, and the higher temps might have something to do with it.
only other explanation is if usually have stuff resting on it, or you sit on it. (not likely... but you never know).

@njmr2fan, rear wheel only was not really an option for me. I need the 4x4 for the kind of winters we have up this way. massive mileage loss there alone.

 

[Murf'n'surf]

It is under warranty, I'm kicking the idea of a warranty swap around. That would be the 2nd one!

Nobody or thing has ever been on the cover while closed or folded open.

 

[Eurocat]

have you contacted them at all regarding the issue? if they do swap it, it might be worth the trouble.

 

[Murf'n'surf]

have you contacted them at all regarding the issue? if they do swap it, it might be worth the trouble.

I have not called yet. I'm debating it due to the last replacement needing some TLC to get it up to par. I might wait until the warranty is just about to expire.

 

[njmr2fan]

@Eurocat, I get it man, We just moved from Bergen County to Augusta GA! So long snow!
@njmr2fan, rear wheel only was not really an option for me. I need the 4x4 for the kind of winters we have up this way. massive mileage loss there alone.[/QUOTE]

 

[Eurocat]

You are a lucky man. I have been trying to convince my boss to let me run the company from FL since we do have an office there, but he keeps telling me he needs close to him here in NJ.
I got to figure something out, this 6 month boating/biking season is too short.

 

[dancathy]

Got the wife a new 2016 F150 Platinum. It looks a lot better pulling the boat than her old Sport Trac. She's a little nervous about the Pro Trailer Assist but it's pretty cool.

 

[Eurocat]

You gave your wife a pick up truck? man... I am not sure that sends the right message...
It is a terribly nice pick up truck thou. Congrats.

 

[njmr2fan]

I gave mine the same thing. It really increased her "stock" as a southern girl. But then, everyone down here drives a pickup so its almost expected...

 

[Eurocat]

@Murf'n'surf
Sorry to dig this up, but I am having the same problem with the heat warping. it is almost like it melts in the heat. Did you ever talk to anyone at Bakflip regarding this issue?

 

[Murf'n'surf]

@Murf'n'surf
Sorry to dig this up, but I am having the same problem with the heat warping. it is almost like it melts in the heat. Did you ever talk to anyone at Bakflip regarding this issue?

I did get it covered under warranty and received a replacement. That replacement is now for sale..... If yours is out of its 1 year warranty, I'll make you a deal! My replacement is still in the factory box, never seen the light of day. (2014 Ram 6.4 bed no ram box)

 

[Keith Hebert]

Hey, I just joined this board. I havent read the entire post but I see you picked up a RAM 1500. I have a '14 Laramie. My advise to you if someone hasn't mentioned yet, is to get a set of Airlift 1000 bags. Totally worth it with these trucks and a breeze to install. I did mine with the stock car jack.

 

[Murf'n'surf]

Hey, I just joined this board. I havent read the entire post but I see you picked up a RAM 1500. I have a '14 Laramie. My advise to you if someone hasn't mentioned yet, is to get a set of Airlift 1000 bags. Totally worth it with these trucks and a breeze to install. I did mine with the stock car jack.

What improvements do you see with the airbags?