GT Package

[silver billet]

The whole half ton segment is more fluff than substance.
Any trim over a Tradesman / XL / WT trim etc.

GT Package is just yet one more fluffy arrangement to accommodate some particular tastes.

What I meant by "fluff vs substance"... the other trims do add continual value if you want those features. I don't see what the GT package does that deserves a whole new fancy name/package. Basically it's not any different than any of the other trims.

 

[crusher]

Doesn't the GT also come with the "auto" 4x4? If so, that might be a step down for guys who chose the Rebel for the best offroading version of the 4x4 system. Auto uses clutch packs even for 4 low IIRC, the non-auto uses chains etc.

Frankly I don't see the point of the GT as a package. It's more fluff than substance unless you really want that console shifter. The exhaust you can get anywhere.

not at all the gt package does not change anything in regards to the 4x4 system, its the same as a regular ram, except it come.with the 3.92 gears

 

[HemiDude]

What I meant by "fluff vs substance"... the other trims do add continual value if you want those features. I don't see what the GT package does that deserves a whole new fancy name/package. Basically it's not any different than any of the other trims.

I disagree. I have never owned a vehicle that didn't get modded, either for performance or aesthetics, or just to make it more unique. This GT is basically a Laramie (or Rebel) with a TRX interior, most of the comfort options that could be added, and a CAI and exhaust that many would have added a/m as well. Just like the Back Country, for example, it is package that differentiates the truck from other packages. For me, I was reaching a point on my Big Horn where I was ready to start changing out expensive things like seats and electronics, so it made sense to find a vehicle that already had many of those things. Call it "fluff" if you will, I would not trade my Fluffy GT for any other package Ram offers

 

[crusher]

I disagree. I have never owned a vehicle that didn't get modded, either for performance or aesthetics, or just to make it more unique. This GT is basically a Laramie (or Rebel) with a TRX interior, most of the comfort options that could be added, and a CAI and exhaust that many would have added a/m as well. Just like the Back Country, for example, it is package that differentiates the truck from other packages. For me, I was reaching a point on my Big Horn where I was ready to start changing out expensive things like seats and electronics, so it made sense to find a vehicle that already had many of those things. Call it "fluff" if you will, I would not trade my Fluffy GT for any other package Ram offers

+1 it add alot for only 3k$ option i really like it

 

[silver billet]

not at all the gt package does not change anything in regards to the 4x4 system, its the same as a regular ram, except it come.with the 3.92 gears

I'd have to watch the video again, this guy seems to think the GT only comes with 4x4 auto. Do you have 4x4 auto in your GT?

 

[HemiDude]

I'd have to watch the video again, this guy seems to think the GT only comes with 4x4 auto. Do you have 4x4 auto in your GT?

I haven’t watch the video, but I am pretty sure the GT option adds the 4 x 4 auto transfer case. That is what I have, I guess I would like to hear from someone with a rebel GT as far as which transfer case they have

 

[silver billet]

I haven’t watch the video, but I am pretty sure the GT option adds the 4 x 4 auto transfer case. That is what I have, I guess I would like to hear from someone with a rebel GT as far as which transfer case they have

Yes, so technically speaking it's a less capable rebel (all rebels come with the "real" gear and chain driven transfer case) with a borla style exhaust. I just don't see the point in Ram making it and putting stickers over the side like "GT" as if that means its something unique and special. That's why I said it's more "fluff" than "substance".

I mean if you really want that console shifter I guess that's the only way to get.

Not saying you guys made a mistake in buying it or that you can't be happy with it (I'd be happy with any 5th gen to be honest), I just think from Ram's perspective it was pointless to go through that effort.

 

[HSKR R/T]

People upset because the GT package doesn't add performance must not pay attention to the other models Dodge/Ram sells. At least you still get the Hemi. The GT package on the Charger and Challenger is just a V6 AWD package. Can't even get the Hemi.

 

[HemiDude]

Yes, so technically speaking it's a less capable rebel (all rebels come with the "real" gear and chain driven transfer case) with a borla style exhaust. I just don't see the point in Ram making it and putting stickers over the side like "GT" as if that means its something unique and special. That's why I said it's more "fluff" than "substance".

I mean if you really want that console shifter I guess that's the only way to get.

Not saying you guys made a mistake in buying it or that you can't be happy with it (I'd be happy with any 5th gen to be honest), I just think from Ram's perspective it was pointless to go through that effort.

I suppose that is why there are so many choices and options with these trucks. I absolutely don’t think it’s pointless, I bought one brand new. Not saying anyone else should, but it is the truck that had everything I wanted, so obviously I’m included in a group that ram was targeting with this product. Obviously, Ram has never intended to add the 6.4 to a 1500, so I don’t see how the GT package is any more or less a good decision than choosing a limited over a tradesmen

 

[silver billet]

I suppose that is why there are so many choices and options with these trucks. I absolutely don’t think it’s pointless, I bought one brand new. Not saying anyone else should, but it is the truck that had everything I wanted, so obviously I’m included in a group that ram was targeting with this product. Obviously, Ram has never intended to add the 6.4 to a 1500, so I don’t see how the GT package is any more or less a good decision than choosing a limited over a tradesmen

Again, not saying from your perspective it was a bad buy. I'm saying from Ram's perspective, it was pointless to go through this effort.

The 6.4 is a completely different thing. That should be an engine upgrade on any trim you want. Again, no special packages should be required, just give me the engine all by itself in a trim of my choice (like Ford does).

 

[HemiDude]

Again, not saying from your perspective it was a bad buy. I'm saying from Ram's perspective, it was pointless to go through this effort.

The 6.4 is a completely different thing. That should be an engine upgrade on any trim you want. Again, no special packages should be required, just give me the engine all by itself in a trim of my choice (like Ford does).

I still don’t understand your pointless comment. I’m not butt hurt, and I would not criticize another man’s truck choice. For reference, there was a thread on this forum about a guy who only wanted a base truck with a small radio and as few options as you could get. Does that mean that every other option that Ram offers above that is pointless? I think we can all agree that different strokes go for different folks. If a manufacturer assembles a package and people buy it, then it is served its purpose.

 

[silver billet]

I still don’t understand your pointless comment. I’m not butt hurt, and I would not criticize another man’s truck choice. For reference, there was a thread on this forum about a guy who only wanted a base truck with a small radio and as few options as you could get. Does that mean that every other option that Ram offers above that is pointless? I think we can all agree that different strokes go for different folks. If a manufacturer assembles a package and people buy it, then it is served its purpose.

Should Ram create a tradesman g/t and a bighorn gt and a laramie gt and a limited gt which basically gives you fancy stickers on the side and an exhaust and air intake (which you can already get anyway) on the otherwise identical trim? Pretty pointless idea right?

And specifically adding GT to the rebel is like the worst trim to choose, on many cars the GT is typically a touring package and the Rebel is an offroad trim with AT tires and a lift. And what in the world made them go out of their way to remove the rebels upgraded transfer case? It's now a worse rebel than the plain rebel.

I just don't get it at all. But I'll leave you to it.

 

[HemiDude]

Should Ram create a tradesman g/t and a bighorn gt and a laramie gt and a limited gt which basically gives you fancy stickers on the side and an exhaust and air intake (which you can already get anyway) on the otherwise identical trim? Pretty pointless idea right?

And specifically adding GT to the rebel is like the worst trim to choose, on many cars the GT is typically a touring package and the Rebel is an offroad trim with AT tires and a lift. And what in the world made them go out of their way to remove the rebels upgraded transfer case? It's now a worse rebel than the plain rebel.

I just don't get it at all. But I'll leave you to it.

They didn’t slap a bunch of stickers on every model they make, that is my point. I agree with you on the transfer case for the rebel, that choice doesn’t make any sense to me. That said, the Rebal GT and the Laramie GT are the only trucks that Ram makes that have this specific combination of options.

I’m not looking to change your mind, everyone has their own point of view, but I do believe you are selling the GT package short. That is all.

 

[HSKR R/T]

Should Ram create a tradesman g/t and a bighorn gt and a laramie gt and a limited gt which basically gives you fancy stickers on the side and an exhaust and air intake (which you can already get anyway) on the otherwise identical trim? Pretty pointless idea right?

And specifically adding GT to the rebel is like the worst trim to choose, on many cars the GT is typically a touring package and the Rebel is an offroad trim with AT tires and a lift. And what in the world made them go out of their way to remove the rebels upgraded transfer case? It's now a worse rebel than the plain rebel.

I just don't get it at all. But I'll leave you to it.

FWIW, the 4-auto transfer case is available on the "regular" Rebel as well. As far as capability of the transfer case, being worse or better is subjective. 99% of Rebel owners will never push their trucks to the limit of either transfer case.

 

[HemiDude]

They didn’t slap a bunch of stickers on every model they make, that is my point. I agree with you on the transfer case for the rebel, that choice doesn’t make any sense to me. That said, the Rebal GT and the Laramie GT are the only trucks that Ram makes that have this specific combination of options.

I’m not looking to change your mind, everyone has their own point of view, but I do believe you are selling the GT package short. That is all.

BTW, as soon as I hit send on that last post, I realized changing your mind is exactly what i was trying to do

 

[crusher]

I'd have to watch the video again, this guy seems to think the GT only comes with 4x4 auto. Do you have 4x4 auto in your GT?

i have 2wd, 4WDauto, 4WDhi 4WDlo, just like any other 4x4 laramie , but for the rebel that could be different. one thing i know its not listed in whats included in the gt package

the gt package adds

3.92 gears
mopar ramair intake
mopar passive exhaust
paddles shifters that actually work(not gear limiter)
shifter in center console (can also be used to shift)
performances and offroad apps (what i used to do my 5.5sec 0.60mph)
trx bucket seats but with gt logo that have more lombar adjustment and support and are more confortable then regular laramie seats
different rear inclining seats with different center arm rest
molded rubber floor mats
metal pedals (real one not some clip on type)
the stickers
i beleive the sport hood but not sure if its always included or not in this package

not listed but my interior accent colors are darker then regular laramie as well, like around the radio, steering area and doors area, the finish seems different too but not 100% sure



so saying the gt package only add the intake, exhaust and sticker is way off and wrong

for 3k$ you.would not be able to add all of that in other trucks

my next truck will also have the gt package if its still.available,

edit: it seems.for 2023 it add the new cluster too

 

[Trippi]

i have 2wd, 4WDauto, 4WDhi 4WDlo, just like any other 4x4 laramie , but for the rebel that could be different. one thing i know its not listed in whats included in the gt package

the gt package adds

3.92 gears
mopar ramair intake
mopar passive exhaust
paddles shifters that actually work(not gear limiter)
shifter in center console (can also be used to shift)
performances and offroad apps (what i used to do my 5.5sec 0.60mph)
trx bucket seats but with gt logo that have more lombar adjustment and support and are more confortable then regular laramie seats
different rear inclining seats with different center arm rest
molded rubber floor mats
metal pedals (real one not some clip on type)
the stickers
i beleive the sport hood but not sure if its always included or not in this package

not listed but my interior accent colors are darker then regular laramie as well, like around the radio, steering area and doors area, the finish seems different too but not 100% sure



so saying the gt package only add the intake, exhaust and sticker is way off and wrong

for 3k$ you.would not be able to add all of that in other trucks

my next truck will also have the gt package if its still.available,

edit: it seems.for 2023 it add the new cluster too
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I don't think anybody is saying it only adds those things. The argument for me is it does not add any increased performanc/HP at least from. Rebel perspective. The extra things I would want the factory to address are not in that package. Extra HP and yeah I probably would have gotten it this time around.

 

[silver billet]

i have 2wd, 4WDauto, 4WDhi 4WDlo, just like any other 4x4 laramie , but for the rebel that could be different. one thing i know its not listed in whats included in the gt package

the gt package adds

3.92 gears
mopar ramair intake
mopar passive exhaust
paddles shifters that actually work(not gear limiter)
shifter in center console (can also be used to shift)
performances and offroad apps (what i used to do my 5.5sec 0.60mph)
trx bucket seats but with gt logo that have more lombar adjustment and support and are more confortable then regular laramie seats
different rear inclining seats with different center arm rest
molded rubber floor mats
metal pedals (real one not some clip on type)
the stickers
i beleive the sport hood but not sure if its always included or not in this package

not listed but my interior accent colors are darker then regular laramie as well, like around the radio, steering area and doors area, the finish seems different too but not 100% sure



so saying the gt package only add the intake, exhaust and sticker is way off and wrong

for 3k$ you.would not be able to add all of that in other trucks

my next truck will also have the gt package if its still.available,

edit: it seems.for 2023 it add the new cluster too
View attachment 153667

Gee I really wanted that bright pedal kit and GT decal.

Kidding aside, if you really want that console/paddle shifters than that's the way to get them. But my point is why does Ram have to make that exclusive to a GT package? It's poorly thought out. Like saying only the work truck and rebel would want 3.92 and therefore prevent other trims from getting it.

Ideally there would be no trims at all. You start with tradesman and add the features you want. Possibly a few smartly designed packages on top (I can see a towing package and an offroad package but these should be designed to save money by adding 3 + 4 features at a discount vs adding all 3 or 4 individually) This will never happen because hey why not gouge customers by by bundling a bunch of stuff they don't want just to get the one feature they do.

I maintain my point that adding a Grand Touring package (which has only fluffy content) to the Rebel trim is completely pointless. Touring is completely at odds with offroad, polar opposites when taken to the extreme. Now you have a trim which is neither the most capable offroad nor the best touring.

 

[Darksteel165]

Gee I really wanted that bright pedal kit and GT decal.

Kidding aside, if you really want that console/paddle shifters than that's the way to get them. But my point is why does Ram have to make that exclusive to a GT package? It's poorly thought out. Like saying only the work truck and rebel would want 3.92 and therefore prevent other trims from getting it.

Ideally there would be no trims at all. You start with tradesman and add the features you want. Possibly a few smartly designed packages on top (I can see a towing package and an offroad package but these should be designed to save money by adding 3 + 4 features at a discount vs adding all 3 or 4 individually) This will never happen because hey why not gouge customers by by bundling a bunch of stuff they don't want just to get the one feature they do.

I maintain my point that adding a Grand Touring package (which has only fluffy content) to the Rebel trim is completely pointless. Touring is completely at odds with offroad, polar opposites when taken to the extreme. Now you have a trim which is neither the most capable offroad nor the best touring.

I wanted the paddle shifters and console shifter in my Limited.... Not offered.

 

[Ulster]

Gee I really wanted that bright pedal kit and GT decal.

Kidding aside, if you really want that console/paddle shifters than that's the way to get them. But my point is why does Ram have to make that exclusive to a GT package? It's poorly thought out. Like saying only the work truck and rebel would want 3.92 and therefore prevent other trims from getting it.

Ideally there would be no trims at all. You start with tradesman and add the features you want. Possibly a few smartly designed packages on top (I can see a towing package and an offroad package but these should be designed to save money by adding 3 + 4 features at a discount vs adding all 3 or 4 individually) This will never happen because hey why not gouge customers by by bundling a bunch of stuff they don't want just to get the one feature they do.

I maintain my point that adding a Grand Touring package (which has only fluffy content) to the Rebel trim is completely pointless. Touring is completely at odds with offroad, polar opposites when taken to the extreme. Now you have a trim which is neither the most capable offroad nor the best touring.

Why the aggravation here? I chose a GT Rebel because I wanted the seats, the exhaust, the accents, and sport hood. I chose a Rebel because I live on a mountain in the middle of a forest and not down the road from the mall. I have a crap load of experience in offroad, as I do it on my last mile home every day, and I have zero concern over a Rebel GT capabilities. Dude you have no idea what you are talking about and are just dissing folks preferences.