2500 vs. 3500??

[EArp]

Am I correct in assuming the only real difference between the 2500 & 3500 (I am referring to SRW models and not a Dually) is an extra set of leaf springs on the rear end and the clearance lights? Someone please correct me if I'm wrong. Thanks

 

[CToney]

Yup as far as I can see you are right. I have a 2500 and my Dad has a 3500. He has cab lights and overload springs. Put on timbrens instead of overloads or air bags to get better ride and load carrying capacity out of a 2500. They take a whole ten minutes to install and are cheaper than air bags.

 

[MEGATRK]

The axle shafts are supposed to be thicker in the 3500. Those shafts also included in the 2500 POWER WAGON due to the lockers. At least this is what I was told from an Engineer at work.

 

[Grizzly]

There is an active thread on the same subject called, "New Truck! 2500 vs. 3500".



The cab lights are no longer standard with a 3500 SRW, they are with a DRW however.



Another difference between the two is the tag on the door jamb with the higher load capacity on a 3500, which could be very important in case you are involved in a unforseen mishap with a heavy load, such as a cab-over-camper. State troopers and insurance company's look at such information to determine fault. Add on air bags are not taken in account.