Recent content by FREEDOM RAMer

I ended up going with CargoMaxx 70% springs. Honestly, I’m still torn on if I should have gone 30% v the heavier 70%. That is a decision you’ll have to make for yourself! When trailering and heavy loaded the 70% are noticeably more controllable- however- given the limited payload of a ½ ton...

Yes I had to pull the rear seat, then just fed the cable through the cab pressure relief vent. It took two people, but only about an hour. I found this video helpful. These guys install an aftermarket amp system, but the video shows step by step how to get back behind the back seat in great...

I’ve now had the cover for a solid couple years and very happy. While I never was able to actually “calculate” and nerd out on max loads- I have put my ATV on top of the Renegade cover and it held just fine (not withstanding the high center of gravity, definitely drove cautious). I have found...

I have the IC-7100 mounted in my 2022 RAM e-torque. I run a 10M larsen whip for HF and a Comet VHF/UHF. Radio is MARS/CAP full Tx Modded (as per ICOM instructions) I'm working on a new thread to detail install for those interested in nerding our on radio. The precautions I took are minimal...

Question for this forum of GREATNESS: I want to modify the rear brake lines on my 5th gen to create extra clearance for my snow chains. The rear brake lines are way too close for comfort when running chains (see pictures). I want to modify this connection into the brake calipers to give greater...

@Figgs1979 - what did you end up doing? I am interested in a similar modification.

A lot of roads in western US and Canada require you to carry snow chains. Of course the assumption with such a rule is they they fit and you know how to install them! (If you never have - please go out and try it in your driveway first, don’t wait until you are stuck to try and figure em’ out!)...

One more question- do you notice any whistling or weird wind noise with that antenna mount when on the freeway?

Very clean install- nice work! How does it perform?

Hmm- do you happen to have a picture? That sounds slick! Have you had any issues with heat distribution back behind all that?

HF/VHF/UHF band radio is far from dead! You would be astounded to know how many are listening. Emergency services, amateurs, truckers, road crews, etc. Send out a transmission and see who is out there! In central Idaho it is very useful. In the winter Search and Rescue crews operate on VHF...

@hughesjasonk did you ever mount your radio? I need some ideas on how you powered your setup and wouldn't mind your thoughts on my pending radio install? We use truck-mounted radios heavily in my neck of Idaho - lots of areas with no cell service - I plan on installing an IMCOM 2730a dual-band...

Appreciate all the responses! This is why I asked the question originally. Trucks like @SD Rebel are holding 700-ish lbs without issue and @Darksteel165 ‘s perfectly valid point that the side of the bed cannot accommodate the full bed load. Just like to have a rough idea what it can officially...

@Darksteel165 you seem pretty confident and a bit sarcastic in your answer- but did not answer the question? Given the payload of my truck is 1,750lbs the vehicle can obviously handle close to (but not quite) the 2,000 lb advertised limit of the Renegade Cover. My personal experience and...