Don's 2024 Ram 3500

[JR]

That LS looks good in there. I liked the nittos on the Tahoe, but now they are $300+ each! Got the 4 prinx for $700 delivered.

I was using valvoline before, but found the Lucas a bit cheaper by the gallon when I got for the excavator and have stuck with it. Has a great rep.

[stlaser]

My best guess is that limited slip is in fact a torsen helical cut gear locker. I’m sure Tate will chime in but if it is then it’s a beast…..

[Flyin6]

My best guess is that limited slip is in fact a torsen helical cut gear locker. I’m sure Tate will chime in but if it is then it’s a beast…..

Yea, as per our conversation last night, this is interesting.
Tate, you hearing this?
I see that for 3500 only, Ram is requiring you to add a friction modifier. When I looked at that huge diff, I thought the clutch packs must slide down in there somehow, but I have to agree with Shawn, it reminded me of a Torsen.
Someone??? Let's solve this mystery.

[Flyin6]

That LS looks good in there. I liked the nittos on the Tahoe, but now they are $300+ each! Got the 4 prinx for $700 delivered.

I was using Valvoline before, but found the Lucas a bit cheaper by the gallon when I got for the excavator and have stuck with it. Has a great rep.

JR-I was using Simple Tire forever, but lately, as in my last couple of sets of tires, Walmart is coming in cheaper. These Toyos of mine which are tall/skinny and would be ideal for the Tahoe were $273 ea.

[JR]

AAM is known for a truetrac LS, bet thats it. But that would not require a friction modifier being all gears?

Yep, I have gone off brand the last couple times, so far so good.

[Flyin6]

AAM is known for a truetrac LS, bet thats it. But that would not require a friction modifier being all gears?

Yep, I have gone off brand the last couple times, so far so good.

That's what is confusing me, why use a friction modifier in a gear type diff? More to come, I need to research my build tag and consult with the Mopar folks to determine what I have.
All indications are it is the new 12" AAM.

[JR]

Might just be a typo?

[Flyin6]

OK, nothing heard from Tate on the diff question...

Off to get the tires installed...

Stuff just keeps showing up:

[Flyin6]

New tires are installed.

We used the balance beads
and
Whew...$356 to swap the seven tires out with the beads!!!!!

Here's a before and after:

[Flyin6]

And here's how we got there. I used the same shop I have been using for a couple of years now, Crittenden Tire and Lube. It is run by an ASE and seasoned mechanic, Kyle.

[Flyin6]

The hubs on this new 3500 are enormous. This thing is built for hard work and longevity.

I count 12 axle retention bolts. I want to say my older 11.5" AAM had 10, am I correct? Someone check me out on that.

[Flyin6]

We are going up in size from a 235/80R17 to a 255/80R17.

30.something to 33.1" OD

[Flyin6]

They fit the front fender well, and I will be staying with the stock wheel (for once)

[Flyin6]

The rear axle is all business and looks beefy without the tires obscuring the view.

[Flyin6]

And the slightly larger tires do a good job of filling up those wheel wells.

[Flyin6]

And there you are, ready to get started on the suspension mods