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    Installing Factory Trailer Brake Controller and DIY Software Update

    One thing to note, if you do the update and they ever have to flash or update your truck it will overwrite the settings. When the dealer does it the software registers the option against your VIN in the Chrysler system so when it’s updated the options are configured. May never be an issue or...
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    Improving the handling

    I believe it does. IMHO the ride is both smoother and better controlled. I drove the same spec truck with and without 4 corner air and it was a no brainer. The only down side is you can’t upgrade the front damper, it’s integral to the air suspension. You can upgrade the rear but quite...
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    Improving the handling

    REALLY, BETTER THAN THE FORD!!! I just dumped a 2017 XLT 4WD which was the 2nd worst handling modern truck I’ve ever owned next to the 2014 Silverado I dumped after 8 miserable months. I installed a complete Ford Performance 4x4 lowering kit with Bilstein shocks, a Hellwig rear sway bar and...
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    For those that want to add the factory trailer brake controller...

    Went in to get my controller programmed and went home without a functioning controller. No technical issue, the setup requires the dealership log into dealerconnect and update the options on my VIN. Apparently the only person in the dealership with the password to get into this part of...
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    Trying to order a black edition Laramie

    You actually want auto stop/start?
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    Anyone found a good hard tri fold for 2019 ram no box short bed

    Yes 2019 Big Horn Crew short bed. There is some water intrusion through the sides of the tail gate but nothing where the cover seals. A tailgate seal will solve the little I get through the gaps when I get around to installing one. Also note the bed seam where the bottom of the bed meets the...
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    2019 Ram 1500 engine issues

    Not to be insensitive but it’s really quite simple, the OP will get a new motor, he won’t get a new truck. The gas smell will go away (probably already gone but ask for a new cabin air filter) and they may give you some free oil changes for your trouble. If you aren’t satisfied sell the truck...
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    Anyone found a good hard tri fold for 2019 ram no box short bed

    +1 On the Lomax. Had one on my F-150 and now one on my Ram and love it. Over the years I’ve has soft covers, BAKFlip and Pace retractables and the Lomax is far and away my favorite.
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    Tailgate strength - Motorcycle loading

    That will have no effect on the weight distribution. People have been loading much heavier things in the back of pickups for decades and just because it s aluminum doesn’t mean it’s weaker. Consider the 2019 Ram I saw on the road last weekend with a 1200 lb ATV in the back with the rear wheels...
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    For those that want to add the factory trailer brake controller...

    https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trailer_brake_controller https://www.etrailer.com/faq-brakecontroller.aspx Integrated factory controllers simply work better than aftermarket add on units these days, hasn’t always been the case.
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    For those that want to add the factory trailer brake controller...

    From OEMPartsDirect.com Subtotal: $110.61 Shipping (USPS - Priority Mail): $14.52 Total: $125.13
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    Mopar bed step.

    I have the AB part on order through a local dealer (50 in stock at regional distribution but on hold, scheduled to be released 1/31). Just spoke with the parts manager on the AD part, it shows on hold till 2/15. Without knowing for sure his guess is the AB part will be shipped with an addendum...
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    For those that want to add the factory trailer brake controller...

    I decided to take another stab at it and using a panel pry bar I was able to slide it in from the top and pop the top clips then the rest came off easily. Overall it was easier then on my 2014. On the older models one of the screws that holds the box on under the dash was unreachable. On the...
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    For those that want to add the factory trailer brake controller...

    How did you pry for dash panel off? I expected the top to get loose when I removed the 2 screws but it didn’t. I imagine it’s just getting the top clips to release then the rest should pop as you pivot the panel back. I have plastic panel tools just didn’t want to tear into it without some...
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    For those that want to add the factory trailer brake controller...

    For those who have done the installation yourselves, is there any secret handshake for removing the center stack cover to install the switch? I took a quick look, removed the 2 screws indicated in the instructions but the cover is pretty well locked in place and don't want to start yanking...
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