power of an '09
#42
The coil springs did decrease the capability of the truck with regards to hauling and towing, but I agree with Dodge's logic. If you are going to be hauling/towing anywhere near the maximum amount for the 1500 on a regular basis, then quite simply the 1500 is NOT the truck for you. You should be bumping up to the more capable 2500. The truck would be better suited for it anyway.
The ride that you get with the coil springs is amazing for a truck. Yet it can still haul/tow what 80% of people with light duty trucks will ever ask it to. Is a win/win if you ask me.
The ride that you get with the coil springs is amazing for a truck. Yet it can still haul/tow what 80% of people with light duty trucks will ever ask it to. Is a win/win if you ask me.
#43
To be honest with you all I am a Ford man. Yes, hate me all you want lol.
Though I hate to say it, I bought my 06' Ram because it was better than the 06-07 F-150. I test drove both and read reviews on both and picked the Dodge. Though the new 09' F-150...hate all you want it is the most capable 1/2 ton this year. and I dont want to hear "Well it has the least power" Its got plenty of power for what you could ever throw at it. Dont believe me? read any non bias review on the internet, and compare specs to specs.
Hey at least I drive American.
Though I hate to say it, I bought my 06' Ram because it was better than the 06-07 F-150. I test drove both and read reviews on both and picked the Dodge. Though the new 09' F-150...hate all you want it is the most capable 1/2 ton this year. and I dont want to hear "Well it has the least power" Its got plenty of power for what you could ever throw at it. Dont believe me? read any non bias review on the internet, and compare specs to specs.
Hey at least I drive American.
#44
The coil springs did decrease the capability of the truck with regards to hauling and towing, but I agree with Dodge's logic. If you are going to be hauling/towing anywhere near the maximum amount for the 1500 on a regular basis, then quite simply the 1500 is NOT the truck for you. You should be bumping up to the more capable 2500. The truck would be better suited for it anyway.
The ride that you get with the coil springs is amazing for a truck. Yet it can still haul/tow what 80% of people with light duty trucks will ever ask it to. Is a win/win if you ask me.
The ride that you get with the coil springs is amazing for a truck. Yet it can still haul/tow what 80% of people with light duty trucks will ever ask it to. Is a win/win if you ask me.
#46
#47
To get back on topic regarding the power of the Gen II 5.7 in the 09's, it's pretty darn amazing. When you consider how heavy this truck is, the improved 5.7 is really impressive. I only have the 3.55 gears in my crew cab and it has absolutely no problem hauling this big beast around. Yet at 80mph on the interstate it's only sitting at 2,000 rpm. It surprised me how smooth it is with regards to refinement. I'm coming from an 06 Charger R/T with the 5.7 in it which also had Kooks LT headers and a Corsa catback, so it isn't like I'm not used to the power in the 5.7. Yet I'm still impressed with the get up and go in this truck.
#48
#49
The answer to your question has many variables. First off, try stomping the pedal to the floor. Does it squeal 'em? What ratio is your rear axle? If that 09 had 3.92s, that would play big into why he could really torque the rears. I put my 08 QC with 3.92s up against my friends 09 with 3.55s and I wiped him out.
#50
To be honest with you all I am a Ford man. Yes, hate me all you want lol.
Though I hate to say it, I bought my 06' Ram because it was better than the 06-07 F-150. I test drove both and read reviews on both and picked the Dodge. Though the new 09' F-150...hate all you want it is the most capable 1/2 ton this year. and I dont want to hear "Well it has the least power" Its got plenty of power for what you could ever throw at it. Dont believe me? read any non bias review on the internet, and compare specs to specs.
Hey at least I drive American.
Though I hate to say it, I bought my 06' Ram because it was better than the 06-07 F-150. I test drove both and read reviews on both and picked the Dodge. Though the new 09' F-150...hate all you want it is the most capable 1/2 ton this year. and I dont want to hear "Well it has the least power" Its got plenty of power for what you could ever throw at it. Dont believe me? read any non bias review on the internet, and compare specs to specs.
Hey at least I drive American.
Nobody said that anybody hated anybody just cause you are a Ferd man.