Newby TRX owner here

[grantbalint]

I am a current TRX owner (2022) and am trying to see how RHO owner experiences have been. For those who have had both the TRX and the RHO , how has the driving experience been?

 

[NWI_Truck]

I had a 2022 TRX and now an RHO. They did a really nice job updating the interior and driving without the weight of the V8 under the hood is noticeable, the RHO feels more nimble. I do miss the exhaust and supercharger whine from time to time but I don't miss my cross country tour of Amercia's gas stations. If you are seeking a better daily driving experience you will really like the RHO, if you are just about raw power and a loud exhaust note you will miss the TRX.

 

[grantbalint]

Good to know. I dont care for the raw power or supercharger whine. I love power but I am hearing the thrust you back in your seat experience is pretty close.

 

[MattH89]

Good to know. I do t care for the raw power or supercharger whine. I love power but I am hearing the thrust you back in your seat experience is pretty close.

From all available data, the weight drop offsets the power drop almost exactly in the driving conditions most are ever likely to use.

The TRX will obviously eventually pull away, but they're equally quick where it matters.

 

[Westsoccer18]

I traded in my 22 trx for the rho. I don’t miss anything about the trx except for the sound. The rho is better in every way, with the exception being power/sound.

 

[grantbalint]

Anyone know when the 26’s start showing up?

 

[Haildamage]

Add the JB4 and put that extra 104 hp to the wheels along with extra torque and TRX will have to mod to catch the RHO. It was only 1/10 second slower 0-60 stock and 2/10 slower in 1/4. You can more than flip that.

 

[Myers1981]

Add the JB4 and put that extra 104 hp to the wheels along with extra torque and TRX will have to mod to catch the RHO. It was only 1/10 second slower 0-60 stock and 2/10 slower in 1/4. You can more than flip that.

I don't think that's true. I prefer the RHO to the TRX anyway but many online videos show the TRX hitting 60 in 4 flat and even some at 3.9 seconds. TFL has raced a stock TRX and stock RHO and the trx won pretty convincingly.

From car mags in the quarter mile all had the TRX at mid 12s and some owners have achieved even better. Best I have seen from the RHO was 13.1 which is still very fast for a truck that size lol

I think in time the RHO platform being twin turbo definitely has room for some great upgrades in the aftermarket community. Although I'd be leery to do any of that until the 3.0 HO proves it's strength and reliability. That or there are some legit aftermarket companies that have some legit solutions to any of the trucks hardware shortcomings.

 

[Irongoats]

Add the JB4 and put that extra 104 hp to the wheels along with extra torque and TRX will have to mod to catch the RHO. It was only 1/10 second slower 0-60 stock and 2/10 slower in 1/4. You can more than flip that.

What is your setting on the JB4?

 

[RamFan]

Add the JB4 and put that extra 104 hp to the wheels along with extra torque and TRX will have to mod to catch the RHO. It was only 1/10 second slower 0-60 stock and 2/10 slower in 1/4. You can more than flip that.

I don't think that's true. I prefer the RHO to the TRX anyway but many online videos show the TRX hitting 60 in 4 flat and even some at 3.9 seconds. TFL has raced a stock TRX and stock RHO and the trx won pretty convincingly.

From car mags in the quarter mile all had the TRX at mid 12s and some owners have achieved even better. Best I have seen from the RHO was 13.1 which is still very fast for a truck that size lol

I think in time the RHO platform being twin turbo definitely has room for some great upgrades in the aftermarket community. Although I'd be leery to do any of that until the 3.0 HO proves it's strength and reliability. That or there are some legit aftermarket companies that have some legit solutions to any of the trucks hardware shortcomings.

The JB4 and DIabloSport about equal with the performance gains. JB4 claims over 100hp increase where the DS says 80 but on Dragy they perform the same. Either way you are cetainly in TRX territory or better.

You all have to remember that the RHO is 150lbs lighter, has substantially better gearing and the torque values are better through most of the curve. I would bet that the tuned RHO takes the stock TRX. Past the quarter the HP of the TRX wins but both are limited to 118mph so its not that big a difference.

Remember its the torque that moves you and the hp creates the speed

YMMV but I love my RHO with the DS.

Stock RHO vs DS on Tune3

Tune3 vs stock TRX

 

[xkpgx81]

I had a TRX and now an RHO, and while I love the improved interior, larger center screen, front headlights, taillights, massage seats, and hands free driving… I definitely miss the sound and supercharger whine.

But the thing I miss is that instant torque and throttle when stepping on it off the line. The RHO has a little lag while the turbos spin up and it’s just missing that low end torque that made it really fun around town.

I have a DiabloSport Cat6 on the way which should help, but just know it’s a pretty big driving experience difference overall if that supercharged V8 was one of your favorite parts of the TRX.

 

[Myers1981]

The JB4 and DIabloSport about equal with the performance gains. JB4 claims over 100hp increase where the DS says 80 but on Dragy they perform the same. Either way you are cetainly in TRX territory or better.

You all have to remember that the RHO is 150lbs lighter, has substantially better gearing and the torque values are better through most of the curve. I would bet that the tuned RHO takes the stock TRX. Past the quarter the HP of the TRX wins but both are limited to 118mph so its not that big a difference.

Remember its the torque that moves you and the hp creates the speed

YMMV but I love my RHO with the DS.

Stock RHO vs DS on Tune3

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Tune3 vs stock TRX

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I'm not saying a tuned rho couldn't run with a stock trx. It probably would put up a hell of a fight. I'm simply pointing out saying a trx is only 1 tenth faster to 60 and 2 tenths in the quarter mile is not true.

Stock for stock. I'm team RHO but gotta keep it real lol

 

[eltaco]

I'm not saying a tuned rho couldn't run with a stock trx. It probably would put up a hell of a fight. I'm simply pointing out saying a trx is only 1 tenth faster to 60 and 2 tenths in the quarter mile is not true.

Stock for stock. I'm team RHO but gotta keep it real lol

In fairness I believe Ram claimed 4.5s for the TRX and 4.6S for the RHO… so it’s easy to get there, but from what I’ve seen posted by editorials, the TRX hit 3.9-4.0s pretty easily, so there’s a much bigger gap than published by Ram itself.

 

[RADA]

Anyone know when the 26’s start showing up?

The 26s hit production in late July, and will start showing up at the dealers in late August - early September..

 

[eltaco]

The 26s hit production in late July, and will start showing up at the dealers in late August - early September..

Whoa, where did you see that info? I haven’t heard that from any dealer as of yet. I’m very curious when 26 order banks will go in, so we can see what if any changes will exist.

 

[RADA]

Whoa, where did you see that info? I haven’t heard that from any dealer as of yet. I’m very curious when 26 order banks will go in, so we can see what if any changes will exist.

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