Will Berninger Whitewater Aviation Inc.
We have a 2016 Ram 2500 Diesel 6 speed auto. Great truck but has a terrible lag at initial throttle up from a stop and same thing while driving say 30 steady speed and you need to accelerate quickly for whatever reason.
I am not a lead foot or impatient driver by any means but this situation is bothersome. I looked at chips and programmers with a bunch of conflicting information and sketchy reviews and to be honest, don't feel the truck needs more power anyway, just better power management.
Enter Pedal Commander. We purchased it and installed it recently. It is cheaper than many alternatives and is crazy easy to install. Simple and straight forward plug and play. I waited 30 minutes after running the truck and put my keyless keyfob about 80 feet away to prevent any chance of having the truck live in any way when unplugging the throttle sensor for hookup.
Down loaded the App into my phone, started the truck, entered the serial number in the app and it was done. Honestly that simple.
I started with City no boost and noticed it felt better. Pushed the increase button and tried again and yes, noticed it was better yet. I cycled through all of the options one at a time and can feel a difference with each mode and each power option.
I like the sport mode somewhere between 0 and maximum, have not decided yet which one is best but this is the real deal. No need for a programmer if all you want is a better feeling and more responsive Diesel Ram with the 6.7 Cummins like I did.
Still some lag when driving steady at 30 or so and wanting instant acceleration as the transmission will downshift when you push the accelerator pedal but it is SO much better.
Also, I was very concerned that with this mod that it would be difficult to hold a steady speed. That is mildly true but not difficult at all. I really like the feel of the truck over stock and find it easier to drive but also easier to speed.
I have noticed about 1.5 MPG lower average so far but with all the playing I have done, deserve it. I will update after the play factor wears off. Have not seen any smoke yet which is important for me as I hate the black smoke crap.
Also, I miss understood the sales pitch on the Pedal Commander. It has several performance options in EACH performance range, not just a play on words as I sort of assumed they were saying. So many folks over state what they are selling can do but not this one.
Sorry for the long read.
| Manufacturer | Pedal Commander |
|---|---|
| Brand | PEDAL COMMANDER |
| Model | Ram 2500 3500 2019-2024 |
| Item Weight | 9.1 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 2.5 x 1.75 x 0.5 inches |
| Country of Origin | Turkey |
| Item model number | Ram 2500 & 3500 |
| Exterior | Painted |
| Manufacturer Part Number | PC31-2500-3500-Yedek |
| Position | Inside |
| Bulb Type | LED |
| Special Features | Bluetooth, plug and play |