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This is my first post here. I'm hoping for some feedback and have some specific questions about the Rebels. I currently have 2 Rams and prior to my current 04 SLT 4x4 Hemi Quad Cab, I had a 2000 Laramie 4x4 Off-Road 5.9. I also have a 04.5 2500 SLT 5.9 Cummins quad cab that I bought last year. I am thinking about selling my Hemi and getting a new Ram. I don't tow or haul much but a pickup just suits my size and tastes better than anything else. I thought I might be interested in one of the new EcoDiesels, but after joining a forum and reading some posts and asking some questions, I'm just not quite sure the bugs are worked out of those models yet. Plus, I love my Hemi and would love to get another one, and I really like the exterior styling of the Rebel. I definitely want the Hemi option. I like many of the electronic and other bells and whistles but I don't really care about the cargo box option or a sunroof and don't really care for built in navigation. Below are a few areas where I would like to get some feedback with respect to the Rebel.
Air ride suspension - it appears this is standard right? If I have a set of 35" Toyo MT's on my current Ram that I would like to put on the rebel, will they fit with the OEM wheels and suspension height? All I had to do with mine is level it and the 35's work perfectly. How does the air ride work or get in the way of things like leveling or lifting?
Interior - I don't have leather today but I do like leather and realize the Rebel has 1 interior option. How does it stack up against leather or traditional cloth?
MDS - my Hemi was built before MDS was offered. Though I do have modified dual exhaust now and it is somewhat loud, I can live without it. Long story as to how I even got it to start with. Other than changing the exhaust note with an aftermarket setup, is it extremely noticeable when the MDS kicks in? I bought my wife a Honda Accord V6 and it has the technology that knocks out half the cylinders at cruising speed, but I never notice it. My wife says she does but I don't. Just wondering if it is similar. Also, can it be deactivated if desired (I know it impacts mileage) via onboard options or optional tuner?
In addition to the above things, any feedback, good or bad, anyone has about the Rebel would be appreciated.
Air ride suspension - it appears this is standard right? If I have a set of 35" Toyo MT's on my current Ram that I would like to put on the rebel, will they fit with the OEM wheels and suspension height? All I had to do with mine is level it and the 35's work perfectly. How does the air ride work or get in the way of things like leveling or lifting?
Interior - I don't have leather today but I do like leather and realize the Rebel has 1 interior option. How does it stack up against leather or traditional cloth?
MDS - my Hemi was built before MDS was offered. Though I do have modified dual exhaust now and it is somewhat loud, I can live without it. Long story as to how I even got it to start with. Other than changing the exhaust note with an aftermarket setup, is it extremely noticeable when the MDS kicks in? I bought my wife a Honda Accord V6 and it has the technology that knocks out half the cylinders at cruising speed, but I never notice it. My wife says she does but I don't. Just wondering if it is similar. Also, can it be deactivated if desired (I know it impacts mileage) via onboard options or optional tuner?
In addition to the above things, any feedback, good or bad, anyone has about the Rebel would be appreciated.