New Purchase: Would you do anything different?

[gonzo2]

I've had my '03 for almost 2 months now and overall I'm quite satisfied.

I got the short box to fit in my garage, but I should have got a new garage.

Actually, it's amazing how quickly you get used to what you have, I don't know if I would go back to a long box now.

 

[DPelletier]

I am pretty happy! There's nothing I would change, that I can think of. I bought of the lot, but managed to get the stuff I said was important (to me) on my 3500 DRW 6 spd;

- tow mirrors

- trailer package

- premium cloth

- load floor

- remote keyless entry

- protection group



I also avoided everything I didn't want;

- two tone paint

- dark garnet red (had last time - tired of it)

- bright silver metalic (best buddy has)

- leather seats (sticky in summer and I'm too cheap!)

- 6 disk CD (strictly a $'s issue)

- electronic transfer case

- sliding rear window (doesn't line up with camper)

- bedliner (use mat)

- 4. 10's (don't need for my load)



I also got several options that I didn't care about i. e. didn't insist on, but would be nice;

- infinity sound (amp and speakers) w. CD

- pwr adjustable pedals

- auto dim rear view mirror

- rear window defrost

- fog lamps

- leather steering wheel with audio controls



To be 100% truthful, I do prefer the looks of the sport package, especially in Graphite, Silver or Black, but I do alot of winter highway driving and was concerned about increased paint damage due to rock chips. Looked at a black sport and it looked awesome, but had some scratches on the rear bumper (new truck) and the dealer plate had put some scratches already in the tailgate. I may buy a new ST grill and get my bodyshop to paint, then I'll still have the chrome lower bumper and rear bumper.



Dave



ps. I made several mistakes on my '01 and this truck was purchased to correct them. I had regretted most getting the ETC auto last time, followed by SRW, followed by the two tone paint.

 

[Joseph Donnelly]

Dodge does offer an off-road package. Check it out at www.dodge.com if I recall it has shocks, tires, tow hooks, protection package, and 4. 10s. I don't want 4. 10 so didn't consider it.



As far as I can tell from looking at the tech sales manual, the only difference between 9000 gvw 2500 and srw 9900 gvw 3500 is helper springs on the rear. I don't like helpers because inevitably you are loaded just enough so they keep slapping on the stops at every bump. But, they are probably better than really stiff rear springs that hurt the empty ride quality--if you tend to be heavily loaded or almost empty most of the time.

 

[XcumminsX]

honestly i think i made a big mistake with my truck and selecting what i wanted...



what i have that i dont need or want...



48re. . now i want a 6 speed cuz i dont wanna pay 5000 for a trans that will handle 500 hp. .



all the options that come with a slt... . should have got the standard model..... i am 18 years old i do not need all of the luxury



if i got the 6 speed / cummins h. o. on the standard model i would be just as happy... im sure i wouldnt have a 450 a month payment either . maybe instead id have a lower payment for more bombs that i need NOW!

 

[FDavid]

Coulda got a laramie but didn't. why? because I will never own a vehicle with an electronic transfer case. they failed me one to many times... .

 

[Crunch]

Originally posted by XcumminsX

all the options that come with a slt... . should have got the standard model..... i am 18 years old i do not need all of the luxury

Dude! You're 18. You shouldn't even be allowed to have a heavy duty CTD! You need to work your way up from a gasser with leaky main seals and a busted AC compressor. I'm sure the guys in suits and dark sunglasses will be coming by any day to confiscate your truck... but I'll hide it in my garage for you if you want.

 

[XcumminsX]

trust me i had a truck with all those problems... wanna talk about a POS with alot of problems..... FORD 5. 8L WINDSOR EFI... . SAD POS>. .