Hey all,

Newbie here trying to get into a ram 1500. I am looking for a crew 4x4.
I can't seem to find a 2010 with my options. I really would prefer the trx4 but not really any around her in SoCal.

My Local dealer has a nice SLT i really like but it has the 3:55 gears. I want the 3:92 with the LSD. He told me he would change the gears for me on a "unwind" ( a vehicle purchased then turned back in) But we did not discuss LSD yet.


My ?- does LSD make that big of difference ( i will use it in sand and snow on occasion) I really want bucket seats but i can't find the "total package"

Should I even consider a dealer gear change out and can they cost effectively add LSD at this time?

Thanks folks

 

A 4x4 without liminted slip just amazes me.About as useless as ***** on a boar hog.The manufacturers are goobers for even putting them together like that.Limited slip makes a huge difference.

 

where are you in SOCAL? there are a few on the lot at Crown Dodge in Ventura. They have a great selection of Ram 1500's. I bought 2 cars from them when I lived in SOCAL and they will treat you right.

 

First time Dodge owner here I've got 33k miles (bought with 21k) and I love the truck, but HATE THE PEG LEG ! Stock tires + peg leg = terrible rain, snow capabilities. Forget sand too.

My Silverado with Nitto Terra Grapplers and LSD was actually good in 2WD at times. 4WD for extra confidence. I can't even begin to explain what it's like driving my peg leg in snow in 2WD. Scary !

If you don't get the factory LSD get an aftermarket one. They are better anyway but will cost a bit more.

 

There is no way I'd let them change out the rear end on a brand new truck. Just order what you want to get the exact truck you want. All the current incentives will carry over to when it gets here or if they get better, you get the newer ones.

 

is beaten to death but.......yes the limited slip is better but dont think the opens plus esp cant get you where you need to go. I use this truck to get to the resort in tough road conditions and it is flawless. again the 392 option is good but until someone on here proves the lsd gets them somewhere the open cant the only thing you have is a bunch of people making assumptions. I have read reports from people on here who seems to be true off roaders with others vehicles that have lockers and stated their open system has worked well.

 

Both my axles are open and with 4WD engaged i can go through 2 feet of snow with no problem..and I only have a Dakota...

 

It depends of course on conditions and how the truck is used.But there IS a reason liminted slip is a OPTION.No matter how much you try to justify and praise a open diff.truck be it 2wd or 4wd one equiped with liminted slip performs superior.

 

My last truck had an open rear dif and I purt in a locker. The difference was spectacular. Snow, mud, off camber hills etc. all became 2wd material that were previously 4wd.

Yes, the traction control on these trucks makes the open dif work well. But get the thing out in some mud or deep snow and you need to shut it off. Without wheel spin to clear the lugs, you are screwed, and without the traction control, don't bother in 2wd. On city streets in the winter, you will be fine, mine did amazingly well with the open rear end. It is offroad where you will notice its limitations.

 

This is easy... Order one the way you want it.