New to me 14’
New to me 14’
Made the switch recently from Chevy to Ram. Gotta say I’m really lovin* the power Wagon. I’ve visited the site before and couldn’t find a better forum around for info. Hopefully get to contribute and pick some brains.
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RustyPW
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Re: New to me 14’
Welcome to the forum.
PWOC #53
2008 POWER WAGON RC
My build thread. http://forum.powerwagonregistry.org/vie ... =13&t=2826
Moab '09, '10, '12, '14, '20, '22
Rausch Creek - Summer '10, Spring-Fall '11, Spring '12, Summer '13, Summer '14, Summer '15, Summer '16, Summer '17, Summer '18, Summer '20, Summer '22, Summer '23, Summer '24,
AOAA Summer '19.
Russ
NRA - Benefactor, Golden Eagle.
2008 POWER WAGON RC
My build thread. http://forum.powerwagonregistry.org/vie ... =13&t=2826
Moab '09, '10, '12, '14, '20, '22
Rausch Creek - Summer '10, Spring-Fall '11, Spring '12, Summer '13, Summer '14, Summer '15, Summer '16, Summer '17, Summer '18, Summer '20, Summer '22, Summer '23, Summer '24,
AOAA Summer '19.
Russ
NRA - Benefactor, Golden Eagle.
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OffroadTreks
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Re: New to me 14’
Welcome to the forum.
2015 Power Wagon Laramie - "ROCKLANDER"
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Mule007
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Re: New to me 14’
Welcome to the forum, lots of good info & advise, Enjoy 
SOLD: Never forgotten: Mule - 2005 Power Wagon, “Laramie”NEW: “Bear”: 2015 Ram 2500 Tradesman 4WD, Crew cab, 68K miles; 2nd Owner-Power steering, windows, brakes, Tip start, heated tow mirrors; Sirius, blue tooth, Alpine 6 speakers; 35% tinted windows, Black, diesel gray, silver interior; Systems: Driver Info Displays; TPMS, ESC; Power converter; AC; ERS controls on shifter. Anti theft system, vehicle immobilizer. Engine: 6.4L Hemi, Auto. HD 6-66RFE-6 speed transmission; 3.73:1 gears; 1 ton
transmission oil cooler; 2-speed electric shift BW44-46 4WD shift on fly; Trans. skid plate. Axels: F-5,500 #; R-6,100#; Solid front, Anti- slip differential rear; Tow Pkg:: Rough Country 2.5” lift; Tekonsha Prodigy P2 trailer brake, HD Coil Springs, Bilstein B8 5100 shocks, WD hitch, F/R HD stabilizer bars; rear track bar; sway control; Tow Haul Mode, brake assist; Hill control; recalls completed; 5” oval SS steps; Wheels: XD KMC235 Grenade Crawl bead-lock wheels;
Upgrades: Brakes: Extreme Z36 Truck and Tow Drilled/Slotted F&R rotors & pads: CB; Uniden Pro 520XL; Tonneau: Extant Endure ALX cover; Alternator: HD Denso 180 amp; Battery: Interstate MTZ-AGM 94RH7 Premium 830CCA; Tires: Dean Back Country A/T2-35/1250R-18/12, MP3; Floor mats: Husky X-act contour; Muffler: FX catback #71416 SS after axle exit; Car Seat covers: Caterpillar Black/Grey front seat covers
Re: New to me 14’
I made the same switch years ago with the diesel then over to the PW. Chevy makes a nice truck but they lost me with the IFS on 4wd trucks at the 3/4 and above class. Not to mention pricing is just insane as well.The only thing they have to even come close to now is the ZR2 and I’d just get a rubicon at that point. Enjoy your PW and welcome to the forum.
Re: New to me 14’
I had an 04 2500hd. Took its licks, but the pricing for a newer model had me searching. Wish I had known about the tradesmen model wagon. Seems like every week I have something electrical wrong with the PW.
Is that common for the 14 models?
Is that common for the 14 models?
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olyelr
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Re: New to me 14’
I wouldn't say common, but there has definitely been word on the net about a select few with some cery crazy electrical issues.
2016 Ram Power Wagon Laramie - Granite Crystal Metallic - Ramboxes - 35” AT3W - TazerRAM
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OffroadTreks
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Re: New to me 14’
The Power Distribution Center which is in almost all Chrysler vehicles is a known problem. Dunno if it could be your problem, but reading online, when there is a problem with it, all kinds of crazy stuff happens. Jalopnik has an article about it. And a quick google search reveals we've got them in our trucks and issues do arise. Especially if they get wet.
2015 Power Wagon Laramie - "ROCKLANDER"
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Bill2014
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Re: New to me 14’
Welcome to the Group!
Glad you got the 2014! It's the latest gen PW with the fewest Nannies...
No electrical issues with my '14 Laramie so far.
hopefully the electrical issues aren't the reason the previous owner traded...
Glad you got the 2014! It's the latest gen PW with the fewest Nannies...
No electrical issues with my '14 Laramie so far.
hopefully the electrical issues aren't the reason the previous owner traded...
2014 Power Wagon Laramie
Titan V5 2.5" Receiver Pintle Hook
Warn wireless winch controller
.188" DOM White Knuckle Rock Sliders
Locker Bypass & Nanny Kill Switch
Moab 2006
Titan V5 2.5" Receiver Pintle Hook
Warn wireless winch controller
.188" DOM White Knuckle Rock Sliders
Locker Bypass & Nanny Kill Switch
Moab 2006
Re: New to me 14’
I drive a GMC every now and then when my dad let's me, really light but throws me I guess I have gotten used to driving a 3/4-ton. I did looked at a GM truck before but it's that IFS and price point like on all other 1/2-tons that threw me and besides straight axles are more old school and robust so I went with a 2500 instead 
I waited and checked out every info I can find as well believing any early version of a ground up redesign or refresh will show issues that need addressed and so far the late model truck I drive has only been taken to the dealer just 2x and only because of recalls.
I waited and checked out every info I can find as well believing any early version of a ground up redesign or refresh will show issues that need addressed and so far the late model truck I drive has only been taken to the dealer just 2x and only because of recalls.