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  1. mmcbeat

    If you bought a truck that's not a Ram

    That’s correct. I looked at F150’s in my area and couldn’t find anything close to the configuration I wanted. The F150 has ESS which I was trying to avoid.
  2. mmcbeat

    Why so much hate for MDS and auto stop/start?

    My previous vehicle was a 2019 Jeep Wrangler with the 3.6 V6 (pretty sure this is the same as the base engine in the Ram 1500). Anyhow, the past year I didn’t drive near as much as normal because of covid. My battery couldn’t keep up with my driving needs. A big factor was ESS. The Jeep had two...
  3. mmcbeat

    If you bought a truck that's not a Ram

    I would probably go with a Ford. I seriously looked at them before going with the Ram. I didn’t like the tiny turbo motors and aluminum bodies (hood and tailgate in the Ram are more than enough). I like the Ram 5.7 Hemi with no ESS. I’m talking the tradition “half ton” pickup. If I were going a...
  4. mmcbeat

    Gas Mileage after first 1160 miles of driving truck... Sucks!

    Yeah, i don’t do power stalls, burn outs, donuts, etc. But I do enjoy “putting it to the wood” in the on ramps to the freeway.
  5. mmcbeat

    Gas Mileage after first 1160 miles of driving truck... Sucks!

    My Ram is not really broken in yet but I’m getting bad mileage, 12-13 mpg but it’s a hoot to drive. Most of my driving is stop and go city driving. No complaints.
  6. mmcbeat

    3d printed stake hole cover

    Today I received the set from Amazon mentioned in this thread. A little pricey but they fit tight and look good.
  7. mmcbeat

    Smaller Key Fob

    I just came from a Jeep Wrangler. Talk about a huge key fob. I’m happy with the Ram Key fob. And it’s much better designed. Same company, seems like one brand could learn from the other.
  8. mmcbeat

    Why so much hate for MDS and auto stop/start?

    I just traded a 2019 Jeep Wrangler in on a 2021 Ram. My main complaint with the Jeep was ESS. The Jeep had two batteries, one for the starter and one for everything else. I drove much less than normal last year and the batteries wouldn’t stay charged. A big part of this was because during my...
  9. mmcbeat

    Dealership Fraud, Please help!

    In my area dealers seem to be very concerned with online reviews right now. When you talk to your dealer I suggest you let them know, without threatening that your reviews will be based on resolution.
  10. mmcbeat

    Rubber floor mats

    Just paste the part number in the Amazon search field and several options pop up. About $120 and free shipping with Prime. I tried to post a link but it brought up my Amazon account.
  11. mmcbeat

    Rubber floor mats

    I have OEM rubber mats just because they came from the factory in my Ram. I am very impressed with them. Good coverage, high lip and they look good and stay in place.
  12. mmcbeat

    Removing Drop In Liner

    https://www.deezee.com/product/dz87016-truck-bed-mats/ Available on Amazon. The link is for my Ram, quad cab.
  13. mmcbeat

    What is everyone using for stake pocket hole covers

    Dang, first the passenger side foam cup holder, now this. A couple of must haves I would have never thought about for my new Ram.
  14. mmcbeat

    Removing Drop In Liner

    I don’t do any heavy duty hauling so a bed mat is best for me. I think the biggest plus is that a tool box or whatever won‘t slide around with a mat.
  15. mmcbeat

    Enjoying this board

    I’ve been a member for a short time. I am a member of several other Internet forums of different interests. I have noticed that this is by far one of the most civil forums I have ever experienced. I enjoy surfing here, asking questions, offering opinions, etc. No drama, only minor sparring...
  16. mmcbeat

    Apple vs Samsung

    I’ve been an Apple fan since day one. I had to change my carrier because originally AT&T had an iPhone exclusive. I also use an iPad instead of a PC, I like the way the phone and tablet work together with contacts, messages, ebooks, etc. Over the years I have purchased numerous apps for the...
  17. mmcbeat

    What octane are we using?

    I didn’t know that but it makes perfect sense. The manual that came with my Ram recommends 89 but says 87 is marginally acceptable. Thanks!
  18. mmcbeat

    Saw the miniature RAM on the road today

    Maybe if they started selling that in the USA it would help with CAFE mileage and the V8’s would be safe for a few more years.
  19. mmcbeat

    Foam cup holders

    I had to go out and look. Driver‘s side only. 5YK46TX7AC is the part number. Copy and search on Amazon. A few bucks more but no freight with Prime. edit: BigEar out did me with an Amazon link.
  20. mmcbeat

    V6 Towing - Washington to Nebraska

    Several years ago I towed a small FWD import with a V6 Explorer. I rented one of those dollies that capture the front wheels and use the towed vehicle’s rear wheels. A 500 mile trip with no issues.
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