How True is This About Brakes

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William Boyd - 27 May 2005 04:04 GMT

The 2002+ Dodge 1500 has the same brake system as the 2003+
2500/3500 models and are quite capable of safely stopping *my*
23,000 pound combination (and have done so) much less his far
lighter one.

I reposted this statement from another news group. I do not think it
is true. I am of the understanding that not only is the 2500/3500
have larger brakes and drums but the diesel engine requires more
beefed up suspension as well.

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2004, 2500 SLT Quad Cab, Dodge Ram,
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5.9 HO Turbo Diesel, 48RE Auto Trans,
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2005, 27RL Wildcat, DT/PC Wi-Fi.
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Stamey - 04 Jun 2005 03:43 GMT

I haven't seen a 1500 with dual piston calipers yet. 2000 and up 2500/3500's
have dual piston calipers. 2001.5 and up 2500/3500's have rear disk (single
piston) brakes. Whoever said that probably doesn't have a clue.

Chris

> The 2002+ Dodge 1500 has the same brake system as the 2003+
> 2500/3500 models and are quite capable of safely stopping *my*
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> have larger brakes and drums but the diesel engine requires more
> beefed up suspension as well.

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