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Today, I added more distribution force and went back to the scales. I believe that I am maxed out on adjustment now on my hitch. I did not fuel up again but I probably only used a couple gallons since last night. Also some water probably splashed out the overflow. Now I weigh 16080lbs (Front...

I have a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Reg Cab DRW 4x4. I have taken it to the scales and it weighs 7280lbs ( Front Axle = 4380 / Rear Axle = 2900) right after filling up. I purchased this to tow my 35ft bumper pull travel trailer. I use a Equilizer hitch for weight distribution and sway control. I...

The pedal is firm from the top to the bottom of the stroke. I notice no difference from when I first bought the truck except for it being very difficiult to get into 1st and Reverse sitting still. As soon as it goes into gear... driving is normal. No slippage or anything. prestinb

I have a 2008 3500 DRW Reg Cab 4x4 with a G56. It has 30000miles and I purchased it with 24000. At that time I changed all fluids to Amsoil and it has been fine. Recently, I have noticed that it is really hard to get into 1st or Reverse while stopped. If I have my foot off the brake it seems...

I am running their smoked cab lights, side marker, 3rd brake light, and tail lights. They are all suppose to be plug and play. The tail lights and 3rd brake lights certainly are and I have not had any issue with them. On the cab and side markers, I cut all the connectors off and soldered them...

My initial question is more about trying to understand the calculations or theory behind tire pressure. Here is the load and inflation chart that I was referencing. It is the most recent publication from Tire and Rim Association (TRA). ---------------------35psi 40psi 45psi 50psi 55psi 60psi...

I am looking for some help concerning load and inflation charts. After studying them and figuring out how they are calculated, I am still missing a couple things that I was hoping someone could fill me in on. So here goes... Stock Tire - 235/80/17 E Rated = 3169lbs @ 80 psi Single 2892lbs...

Marc, The only thing that has been consistent is that the exhaust brake only seems to activate at idle when it is cold out. Since it has been hot here in St Louis, it has not engaged at idle. I am curios to see what your troubleshooting reveals. Prestinb

Ilianbg, Let us know how they work out for you. Prestinb

All, I have a 2008 3500 DRW Reg Cab with a 4. 5" lift and running 285/75/17 tires on stock steel wheels with a 2" wheel adapter in the rear. I have had to take the tires back two time in the last 1000 miles back to get them rebalanced. I personally watched the tech (friend of mine) balance...

Robert, I found out how to enable my exhaust brake by default by following the directions on the link below. The information was posted on another forum and I can't thank the gentlemen (txfiremedic) enough for the great how-to. I have a 2008 and this mod worked perfect. Please enjoy and let...

Thanks the reply. I was thinking along those lines but really did not have anything definitive as I could not reproduce it easily. prestinb

All, I have completed my project of replacing downpipe and DPF pipe with 4" straight pipe. I removed the actuator from the EGR and disconnected the plug from the EGR cooler and throttle body butterfly valve per MADS directioins. I am also running a Smarty Jr. 21ME. I am so glad that I have...

Does it have to be a certain temperature in order for it to sound like that? prestinbr

What temperature does it have to be in order for the EB to kick in. I have mine wired so it is on by default but it has not turned into the "Jet Sound" yet... prestinb