Chris Cordes continues his exploration of the AEV Recruit
https://expeditionportal.com/first-drive-aev-ram-recruit/
This model has 18 inch wheels and 35 inch tires. Chris reports that ground clearance is reduced from the AEV Prospector (40 inch tires and solid front axle), but that it didn't make an appreciable difference on the trails he drove. The Recruit's front suspension, modified from the stock Ram 1500 IFS, was very comfortable, and quite capable off road.
Chris' conclusion neatly makes the case for the AEV Recruit over its big brother Prospector, which is based on the Ram 2500:
"In every way [the Recruit] is the smoother and more civilized brother to the 2500; a truck that packs all the style and utility of the Prospector into a more affordable and comfortable package. While it may lack the awe factor of 40” tires, and the huge articulation of a Power Wagon, it has the fuel economy, maneuverability, and capability to take you anywhere you need to go, while still fitting in the garage at home."
My understanding is that the Recruit suspension mods are not designed for Ram vehicles equipped with air suspension. That means no go for the 1500 with V6 diesel.
https://expeditionportal.com/first-drive-aev-ram-recruit/
This model has 18 inch wheels and 35 inch tires. Chris reports that ground clearance is reduced from the AEV Prospector (40 inch tires and solid front axle), but that it didn't make an appreciable difference on the trails he drove. The Recruit's front suspension, modified from the stock Ram 1500 IFS, was very comfortable, and quite capable off road.
Chris' conclusion neatly makes the case for the AEV Recruit over its big brother Prospector, which is based on the Ram 2500:
"In every way [the Recruit] is the smoother and more civilized brother to the 2500; a truck that packs all the style and utility of the Prospector into a more affordable and comfortable package. While it may lack the awe factor of 40” tires, and the huge articulation of a Power Wagon, it has the fuel economy, maneuverability, and capability to take you anywhere you need to go, while still fitting in the garage at home."
My understanding is that the Recruit suspension mods are not designed for Ram vehicles equipped with air suspension. That means no go for the 1500 with V6 diesel.