What did you do to your Ram today???

[boogielander]

I have no idea how to use AlfaOBD, is it hard? Is it less expensive than buying the Tazer ($330)?

it's not hard. but if you don't have an android tablet or phone then you'll need to buy an android, which can be had for about $100 and you can also use it for YouTube lol
I trust AlfaOBD more than Tazer, after witnessing my buddy's JLR got stuck on a off-camber trail 3 wheeling because the Tazer decided to mess things up there. No power, no forward, no backward, nothing. Ended up having to unmarry the Tazer on the spot, pull it off the OBD port, all while being off-camber 3 wheeling.
Then another one (Power Wagon) with Tazer decided to act up while cruising on the freeway with every warning light turning on.

Oh, and my AlfaOBD already paid for itself doing all kinds of Stellantis things and resets: an hour labor every time I have to take it out.

 

[HSKR R/T]

Don't hold me to these numbers, it's been a couple years..AlfaOBD about $30 from Google Playstore, a Bypass Spliter maybe $20, and a Bluetooth OBD Connector maybe $100??

You can get everything for under $100.

 

[HSKR R/T]

it's not hard. but if you don't have an android tablet or phone then you'll need to buy an android, which can be had for about $100 and you can also use it for YouTube lol
I trust AlfaOBD more than Tazer, after witnessing my buddy's JLR got stuck on a off-camber trail 3 wheeling because the Tazer decided to mess things up there. No power, no forward, no backward, nothing. Ended up having to unmarry the Tazer on the spot, pull it off the OBD port, all while being off-camber 3 wheeling.
Then another one (Power Wagon) with Tazer decided to act up while cruising on the freeway with every warning light turning on.

Oh, and my AlfaOBD already paid for itself doing all kinds of Stellantis things and resets: an hour labor every time I have to take it out.

Been running a TazerDT for over 5 years in my 2020 with absolutely zero issues caused by it . Just have to be selective on which options you enable. There are stores of guys having issues trying to use some of the anti-theft security issues, which I dont use, and a couple other features, that I also don't use because I just don't have a want or need for them. Also need to keep it updated.

 

[HSKR R/T]

Off road fun today on my day off.

 

[boogielander]

Been running a TazerDT for over 5 years in my 2020 with absolutely zero issues caused by it . Just have to be selective on which options you enable. There are stores of guys having issues trying to use some of the anti-theft security issues, which I dont use, and a couple other features, that I also don't use because I just don't have a want or need for them. Also need to keep it updated.

yeah later on we came to the conclusion: leaving it plugged in full time is not a good idea, but Tazer's selling point is features that require the unit to be plugged in all the time. but even with that realization, both guys' Tazer end up as target practice later.
not saying it WILL happen, but saying it CAN happen. ultimately, it is his choice for which one to run. what i offered is experience. Is Tazer better? maybe. But did the advertised feature lead to issues? yes. on the other hand, alfaobd is much simpler - less features, but also less possibility for someone to get feature greedy and actually mess something up.

 

[HSKR R/T]

yeah later on we came to the conclusion: leaving it plugged in full time is not a good idea, but Tazer's selling point is features that require the unit to be plugged in all the time. but even with that realization, both guys' Tazer end up as target practice later.
not saying it WILL happen, but saying it CAN happen. ultimately, it is his choice for which one to run. what i offered is experience. Is Tazer better? maybe. But did the advertised feature lead to issues? yes. on the other hand, alfaobd is much simpler - less features, but also less possibility for someone to get feature greedy and actually mess something up.

I mean, you "can" totally mess up your BCM using alfaObd if you change the wrong thing. I have had some issues trying to adjust tire sizes with alfaObd on friends vehicles. To the point where their truck was undrivable, and it took me 20 minutes of messing round to clear the codes, and never was able to get the speedometer adjusted on one truck. The other, every time I made a change, I had to disconnect the battery to get it to reset an accept the changes. I dont use alfaObd on my own truck for tire size as it's just easier using the TazerDT. I'd say there is actually a better chance of a novice screwing up alfaObd than the TazerDT. Thankfully, I knew enough about what I changed to get the mentioned issues corrected for the owners.

 

[boogielander]

I mean, you "can" totally mess up your BCM using alfaObd if you change the wrong thing. I have had some issues trying to adjust tire sizes with alfaObd on friends vehicles. To the point where their truck was undrivable, and it took me 20 minutes of messing round to clear the codes, and never was able to get the speedometer adjusted on one truck. The other, every time I made a change, I had to disconnect the battery to get it to reset an accept the changes. I dont use alfaObd on my own truck for tire size as it's just easier using the TazerDT. I'd say there is actually a better chance of a novice screwing up alfaObd than the TazerDT. Thankfully, I knew enough about what I changed to get the mentioned issues corrected for the owners.

true. i couldn't get customer's 2500 PW to accept 38" tires on his. every time I try to change it to 38" it gives me all kinds of warning. ended up reversing it all and told him to get ProCal.
he did ask me about tazer, as it is popular. Told him what happened to my friends and he ended up getting ProCal himself.
but then i'm not sure how anyone can mess up the tire size, as long as the tire size doesn't go over 35" and follow the published & confirmed steps... i did my own truck not knowing a thing about AlfaOBD, just followed the published steps so i considered it easy and safer way overall with alfaobd.

oh wells.

 

[HSKR R/T]

true. i couldn't get customer's 2500 PW to accept 38" tires on his. every time I try to change it to 38" it gives me all kinds of warning. ended up reversing it all and told him to get ProCal.
he did ask me about tazer, as it is popular. Told him what happened to my friends and he ended up getting ProCal himself.
but then i'm not sure how anyone can mess up the tire size, as long as the tire size doesn't go over 35" and follow the published & confirmed steps... i did my own truck not knowing a thing about AlfaOBD, just followed the published steps so i considered it easy and safer way overall with alfaobd.

oh wells.

Funny thing, It was a HD RAM that was popping warning lights for me as well, and no speedo display.

 

[boogielander]

Funny thing, It was a HD RAM that was popping warning lights for me as well, and no speedo display.

yeap spent almost 3 hours on it trying to get it to work.
ended up giving up and told the guy to get a procal. AEV figured it out then they deserve the guy's money; i didn't figure it out so I didn't deserve his money lol

 

[Driverbob]

1. Ordered Sequential Mirror Marker Lights
• I tried to level up the side‑profile lighting with those sequential mirror markers.
• Problem: They Did not fit my mirrors
• Result: Back in the return box today.

2. Seat Cover Solutions Seat Covers
• Front seats: Surprisingly solid. Fit is decent, material feels good, and they give the cabin a cleaner look.
• Rear seats: Absolute disappointment. Loose, sloppy, and nowhere near the quality of the fronts.
• Lesson learned: Reviews matter — especially with universal-fit rear covers.

3. LASFIT Lighting Upgrades
Rear Bulbs
• Clean, crisp output.
• Noticeably brighter than stock.
• Better visibility without looking aftermarket-cheap.
Front Switchback Turn Signals
• These are the stars of the show.
• White running light → Amber turn signal transition is sharp.
• Output is seriously bright — the kind of bright that makes you grin when you test them in the driveway at night.

4. Rear Light Bar
• Adds a strong, modern visual line across the back end.
• Helps with visibility and gives the truck a more “finished” look.

5. Programmable LED Rear Window Display
• This is pure fun — and you know it.
• Lets you run messages, animations, or patterns.
• It’s one of those mods you don’t need, but once you see it lit up, you’re glad you got it.

 

[Woody284]

1. Ordered Sequential Mirror Marker Lights
• I tried to level up the side‑profile lighting with those sequential mirror markers.
• Problem: They Did not fit my mirrors
• Result: Back in the return box today.

2. Seat Cover Solutions Seat Covers
• Front seats: Surprisingly solid. Fit is decent, material feels good, and they give the cabin a cleaner look.
• Rear seats: Absolute disappointment. Loose, sloppy, and nowhere near the quality of the fronts.
• Lesson learned: Reviews matter — especially with universal-fit rear covers.

3. LASFIT Lighting Upgrades
Rear Bulbs
• Clean, crisp output.
• Noticeably brighter than stock.
• Better visibility without looking aftermarket-cheap.
Front Switchback Turn Signals
• These are the stars of the show.
• White running light → Amber turn signal transition is sharp.
• Output is seriously bright — the kind of bright that makes you grin when you test them in the driveway at night.

4. Rear Light Bar
• Adds a strong, modern visual line across the back end.
• Helps with visibility and gives the truck a more “finished” look.

5. Programmable LED Rear Window Display
• This is pure fun — and you know it.
• Lets you run messages, animations, or patterns.
• It’s one of those mods you don’t need, but once you see it lit up, you’re glad you got it.

I will agree with the Seat covers. I love the look of them especially the front seats. The back is not so good. I have not figured out a way to make it any better either. I am always fixing them when my kids get out of the truck. Also difficult or just a pain to raise the seats.

On a side note I have had the covers since Christmas and they are holding up well. This week i decided to remove the (removeable) lumber support from the cover on my drivers side and use the factory adjustable Lumbar support. I like the adjustability depending on what I am wearing or thickness of clothing. I did not know this was an feature until I saw a review recently.

 

[RAM REAPER MAN]

1. Ordered Sequential Mirror Marker Lights
• I tried to level up the side‑profile lighting with those sequential mirror markers.
• Problem: They Did not fit my mirrors
• Result: Back in the return box today.

2. Seat Cover Solutions Seat Covers
• Front seats: Surprisingly solid. Fit is decent, material feels good, and they give the cabin a cleaner look.
• Rear seats: Absolute disappointment. Loose, sloppy, and nowhere near the quality of the fronts.
• Lesson learned: Reviews matter — especially with universal-fit rear covers.

3. LASFIT Lighting Upgrades
Rear Bulbs
• Clean, crisp output.
• Noticeably brighter than stock.
• Better visibility without looking aftermarket-cheap.
Front Switchback Turn Signals
• These are the stars of the show.
• White running light → Amber turn signal transition is sharp.
• Output is seriously bright — the kind of bright that makes you grin when you test them in the driveway at night.

4. Rear Light Bar
• Adds a strong, modern visual line across the back end.
• Helps with visibility and gives the truck a more “finished” look.

5. Programmable LED Rear Window Display
• This is pure fun — and you know it.
• Lets you run messages, animations, or patterns.
• It’s one of those mods you don’t need, but once you see it lit up, you’re glad you got it.

I don't think the back seats are horrible. They may not be a perfect fit but they'll get the job done.

 

[RAM REAPER MAN]

I'm kind of new to DPT connector world but I sure am glad I tried them. They are superior to any others I've tried.
The only ones to use are the SOLID version any other style are just what you've been using with a crimper. I'm in total love with them.
When properly done they are the strongest connections I've ever used period and work well with different sized wire. They are a bit more but well worth it!
These connectors make me HAPPY so happy I'll have trouble falling asleep tonight. It's endless the things you can use them on. I can't wait till tomorrow!
If you have used them why didn't anyone tell me how good they are?

 

[boogielander]

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I'm kind of new to DPT connector world but I sure am glad I tried them. They are superior to any others I've tried.
The only ones to use are the SOLID version any other style are just what you've been using with a crimper. I'm in total love with them.
When properly done they are the strongest connections I've ever used period and work well with different sized wire. They are a bit more but well worth it!
These connectors make me HAPPY so happy I'll have trouble falling asleep tonight. It's endless the things you can use them on. I can't wait till tomorrow!
If you have used them why didn't anyone tell me how good they are?

lol they are good. if i make my own harness I use those for things I want to be able to disconnect.
other times I use Anderson connectors. the real ones not the amazon chinese knockoff. those are great for accessories too (like my diesel heater)

 

[HSKR R/T]

View attachment 212348

I'm kind of new to DPT connector world but I sure am glad I tried them. They are superior to any others I've tried.
The only ones to use are the SOLID version any other style are just what you've been using with a crimper. I'm in total love with them.
When properly done they are the strongest connections I've ever used period and work well with different sized wire. They are a bit more but well worth it!
These connectors make me HAPPY so happy I'll have trouble falling asleep tonight. It's endless the things you can use them on. I can't wait till tomorrow!
If you have used them why didn't anyone tell me how good they are?

A properly crimped stamped contact will hold just as strong. Most people don't bother to buy the correct crimper for them and try to just squeeze them with pliers. It I have switched to trh Deutsch connectors for almost all my connectors

 

[RAM REAPER MAN]

A properly crimped stamped contact will hold just as strong. Most people don't bother to buy the correct crimper for them and try to just squeeze them with pliers. It I have switched to trh Deutsch connectors for almost all my connectors

I'm not a electrician but I'm going to disagree on the stamped connector being just as strong. Just the difference visually between the 2 are overwhelmingly different
I have 30 to 40 different crimpers for various connectors and have yet seen anything better. You'd think just out of dumb luck I'd have the perfect crimp with stamped connectors
Crimped stamped connectors have an incredible weak spot in them between the crimped part and the connector itself.
I'm pretty sure I know where this is going...

 

[RAM REAPER MAN]

lol they are good. if i make my own harness I use those for things I want to be able to disconnect.
other times I use Anderson connectors. the real ones not the amazon chinese knockoff. those are great for accessories too (like my diesel heater)

I've used Anderson connectors for a winch and a set of jumper cables some time ago. We didn't call them Anderson connectors but I don't recall what we called them.
Probably some sort of slang term totally unrelated

 

[gskowronek]

My kid did a review, pretty funny.

 

[HSKR R/T]

I'm not a electrician but I'm going to disagree on the stamped connector being just as strong. Just the difference visually between the 2 are overwhelmingly different
I have 30 to 40 different crimpers for various connectors and have yet seen anything better. You'd think just out of dumb luck I'd have the perfect crimp with stamped connectors
Crimped stamped connectors have an incredible weak spot in them between the crimped part and the connector itself.
I'm pretty sure I know where this is going...

I mean, if you are flexing the contacts sure but once installed in the connector there isn't a strain on that part of the contact, so being a "weak point" is moot. That's the style contact used in aviation for some power connections, where they don't have a cannon plug. The solid contacts only crimp the strands on the conductor. The stamped ones also crimp the insulation so all the tension isn't on the conductors.
This is just one layer of my travel tool box for work.

 

[RAM REAPER MAN]

I mean, if you are flexing the contacts sure but once installed in the connector there isn't a strain on that part of the contact, so being a "weak point" is moot. That's the style contact used in aviation for some power connections, where they don't have a cannon plug. The solid contacts only crimp the strands on the conductor. The stamped ones also crimp the insulation so all the tension isn't on the conductors.
This is just one layer of my travel tool box for work. View attachment 212363

The weakest point isn't moot its the most likely part to fail because its weak You can't convince me a stamped connector is just as strong as a solid one.
Your knowledge and experience is respected. More than likely you know more than I do about this, but at the same time I'm not that far behind you
I have a connector fetish and was just glad I finally got a chance to use these. That was all I was trying to do with my post.
What's the long red tool? torch or grinder? it has a cover over the end.