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  • TruXedo Lo Pro Soft Roll-Up Tonneau Cover VS TruXedo Pro X15 For A 2020 Ram 1500
  • The TruXedo Pro X15 Soft Tonneau Cover # TX1484901 is more of a low profile tonneau cover. It only sits up less than 1 inch from your truck rails unlike the Truxedo Lo Pro # TX584901 which sits about 1-1/2 inches above the rails. The Lo Pro Soft Roll-Up # TX584901 is a bit more glossy. It resembles a shiny vinyl unlike the Pro X15 # TX1484901. Both install basically the same and the latch system is the same. Only difference is the height added to the truck bed and the finish of the top....
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  • Fastway e2 vs. Blue Ox TrackPro for 7,000 lb Trailer
  • Both the Fastway e2 and Blue Ox TrackPro are going to provide your 7,000 lb GVWR 2021 Micro Minnie 2108DS with excellent leveling and sway control at the spring bars, but there are a couple of distinctions between the two. First, let's just mention the correct system for your 7,000 lb GVWR trailer. You will first need to know your total tongue weight (TTW), which is the tongue weight of your fully loaded and ready to go trailer plus the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of your...
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  • Comparing Air Lift Air Bags for 2014 Ram 1500
  • I would be happy to explain the difference between these Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Helper Springs. The # AL57365 is just the basic air bags. The # AL88365 has additional jounce bumpers added internally to help provide additional support and prevent bottoming out. Personally I would choose the # AL88365.This will prevent any damage if you bottom out so you won't damage the air bags or roll plates. It is a nice backup to have. They will also give a little extra support if you...
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  • Choosing Between Timbren and SumoSprings for 2024 Ram 1500 Suspension Enhancement
  • For your 2024 Ram 1500 I would choose the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs # SSR-307-47 over the Timbren # TDR1500DS. Both will be able to give you the extra support with your towing setup. However, the SumoSprings will be a much better option for unloaded ride quality. From what we have found, the Timbren tends to give you a harsh ride when unloaded while the SumoSprings aren't really noticeable.
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  • Comparing Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution Systems BXW1006 And BLU66FR
  • The Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control # BXW1006 and the Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control # BLU66FR are identical aside from different shanks included in each kit. The # BXW1006 uses a shank that can be adjusted from a 7" drop to a 13" rise. The # BLU66FR uses a shank that can be adjusted from a 7.8" drop all the way to a 14.72" rise, so this one offers a little more versatility. Both systems have a tongue weight range of 750-1000lbs, so either one will...
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  • Advantage of AirLift Air Springs That Include Internal Jounce Bumpers
  • The advantage of the AirLift air spring systems that have an internal jounce bumper is that in the event of an air leak your Ram 1500 would not lose all of the extra suspension support. You would still have the internal jounce bumper as a fail-safe to absorb some bumps and shocks, although the adjustable leveling ability of air bags would be gone until you could repair the fault. Kit # AL88365 which fits both 2WD and 4WD versions of your Ram 1500 includes these jounce bumpers. The two...
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  • Comparing the Equal-i-zer and Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution Systems
  • The Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System part # EQ37100ET and Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution System part # BXW1000 are both great options. However, in regards to combating trailer sway the edge has to go to the Equal-i-zer because it has true 4-Point sway control whereas Blue Ox really only has a 2-Point sway control system. The additional two points of contact means the system will be able to do a much better job of combating trailer sway. I have attached a photo for you that points...
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  • Comparing Installations Of Camper Tie-Downs For a 2013 Ram 1500 With 6-1/2' Bed
  • First of all the board or step underneath truck bed is referring to nerf bar or step that extends past the cab of your 2013 Ram 1500 to where it can also be used for accessing items in your bed. These will look like the Westin R5 Modular Nerf Bars # 28-534310. There are really 3 different types of tie down anchors used for anchoring a slide in truck camper. Really a good, better, best comparison. The Brophy Clamp On Camper Tie-Downs # HSSF are the good anchors. These anchors are the...
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  • Comparing Pace Edwards Switchblade And UltraGroove Tonneau Covers For a 2016 Ram 1500 56 Bed
  • I understand your hesitation with choosing between the Pace Edwards Switchblade Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover # 311-SWD77A01 and the Pace Edwards UltraGroove Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover # 311-KRD77A01. There are really a few highlights that I want to point out that will help in your decision. Switchblade Tonneau -Easiest to Remove and Reinstall -1 Year Warranty -Front Drain Tubes Only UltraGroove Tonneau -3 Year Warranty -Drain Tubes Front And Rear -T-Slots Allow For Crossbars -Cover...
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  • What Is The Difference Between The Air Lift 1000 And 1000HD Air Helper Springs
  • Other than the weight capacities, there isn't really a difference between the Air Lift Standard Duty # AL60818 and Heavy Duty # AL60818HD. As to the popularity of the # AL60818 over the # AL60818HD, it will actually have to do with the capacities as well. Most people that are looking for air bags will either be looking for a little bit of help, or quite a bit of help. By that I mean the people that are looking for a little support to supplement their suspension will typically lean towards...
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  • Difference Between Superchips Performance Tuners SU4845 and SU3845 for 2014 Ram 1500
  • Superchips Performance Tuners # SU4845 and # SU3845 both fit your 2014 Ram 1500 with 5.7L V8 Hemi Engine and both deliver gains of up to 17.8 horsepower and 26.3-ft-lbs of torque but they differ in that tuner model # SU4845 is approved for use in the state of California. California has strict emission codes administered by CARB, the California Air Resources Board.
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  • Replacement Key and Lock Number N183 for Thule Rack
  • We have all sorts of Thule replacement/repair parts including lock cores, and we do have the correct parts for both locks and keys for their lock number N183. For a KEY for lock N183 you will use part # THKEYN183. For a LOCK core you can use part # THLOCKN183. To replace an existing lock core it must be unlocked and you will also need Thule's Universal Change Key for Thule Locks # 853-1251 to remove the old core and to install the new one.
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  • Comparing Edge CS2 and CTS2 Monitors for a 2017 Ram 1500 with 5.7L HEMI
  • The difference between the Edge Insight CS2 # EP84030 and CTS2 # EP84130 for your 2017 Ram 1500 5.7L HEMI is that the CS2 has a smaller 2.4" screen and you use physical buttons for navigation. The CTS2 has a 5" touch screen that you use for navigation and it can also be paired to work with the backup camera # EP98201 so I recommend going with it over the CS2. Aside from that they both include suction cups for easy mounting and a cord that connects to your OBDII port.
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  • Comparing SumoSprings Helper Springs and Timbren Suspension Enhancement for 2016 Ram 1500
  • The Timbren Suspension Enhancement # TDR1500DQ that fits a 2016 Ram 1500 crew cab (unless you have factory air suspension) are hollow rubber springs, which is the biggest difference between these and the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs - Rear Axle # SSR-307-47 which are made of a microcellular urethane foam. What this means is that your Ram is going to have a stiffer ride with the Timbrens than the SumoSprings. Each option is going to help you reduce side-to-side roll and provide...
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  • Comparing Rear Anti-Sway Bar with Air Bag Kit for a 2018 Ram 1500
  • Installing the Roadmaster Rear Anti-Sway Bar # RM-1129-135 on your 2018 Ram 1500 will help with sway while an air bag kit like the Firestone # F2595 will not only help with that sway, but it will also help with rear sag. If you're leaning towards something that is maintenance free and helps with the sway then go with the anti-sway bar. For something that offers more control and will help with rear sag then definitely go with an air bag kit. Let me know what you're looking to get out of...
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  • Comparing Thule SUP Taxi Stand-Up Paddleboard Carriers 810001 and 810XT
  • The Thule SUP Taxi XT Stand-Up Paddleboard Carrier part # TH810001 indeed replaced the TH810XT. The changes were very minor, the main one aside from aesthetics is the longer strap (53" vs. 74"). They also changed the way the strap is secured into the opposite end of the carrier to make things a bit easier. They both have the same speed-link mounting system and one-key locks.
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  • Comparing Firestone and Air Lift Air Helper Springs for Coil Springs on 2018 Ram 1500
  • The biggest difference between the Firestone Coil-Rite Air Helper Springs # F4185 and Air Lift 1000HD Air Helper Springs for Coil Springs # AL60818HD is the capacity of the Air Lift. The Air Lift helper springs have a 2,100 lb load-leveling capacity compared to the 1,000 lb capacity of the Firestone springs which gives you more leeway when towing. The higher capacity of the Air Lift, along with the lifetime warranty they come with, are why I recommend them over the option from Firestone...
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  • Difference Between TDR1500DQ and TDRTT1500 Timbren Kit for 2013 Ram 1500
  • The difference is the weight capacity of each. They both fit the 2013 Ram 1500 like what you have, but the part # TDRTT1500 has a 7k lb capacity and the # TDR1500DQ has a capacity of 8,600 lbs. For what you are doing the lighter capacity will be the way to go. It will give you the support you need but won't be nearly as harsh as the 8.6k kit.
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  • Difference Between Swagman Truck Bed Racks S64702 and Patrol S64701
  • The two Swagman bike racks you mentioned are very similar. For the money I would have to recommend the # S64702 since will basically do all the same things as the other rack at a fraction of the price. As long as you have 9 mm axles this would be the way to go. The biggest advantage to the part # S64701 is that it can fit 9mm, 15 mm, and thru-axle bikes so it does offer a bit more flexibility. Since you said you have a lefty bike you would need a different rack than those two. You would...
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  • What is the Difference Between the TruXedo Sentry CT and the TruXedo Sentry?
  • The first difference between the TruXedo Sentry CT Hard Tonneau Cover # TX1545916 and the TruXedo Sentry # TX1545901 is the material. The Sentry CT's cover is made of polyester, vinyl and aluminum while the Sentry's cover includes just aluminum and vinyl. Secondly, the warrantees are different. For the Sentry CT, there is a 5-year warranty; for the Sentry, it is a 3-year warranty. Other than those differences, they are the same.
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