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Service | Graham, TX A pre trip checklist for a Ram 1500 and a boat, written for the run down Highway 16 to Possum Kingdom. By the second weekend of June, the boat ramps at Possum Kingdom Lake are busy by sunrise. The ride from Graham is short, which is exactly why people skip the checks they would do before a long haul. A boat behind a half ton is a normal sight in Young County, and a bad day at the ramp is almost always something small that was missed. This list covers what to look at on a Ram 1500 before you hook up, and which parts a shop can handle. Quick answer: Before towing, check tires on the truck and the trailer, brakes, fluid levels, the hitch, the lights and the battery. Confirm your tow rating on the truck's sticker, and have Holiday CDJR's service department look at anything you're unsure about, since summer heat makes weak parts show up. At a glance Check Tires, brakes, fluids, hitch, lights Rating Read the sticker on your truck Trip Graham to Possum Kingdom Lake In this post What should you check before towing a boat to Possum Kingdom? Does your Ram 1500 have the tow package it needs? How does RamBox help at the ramp? What does summer heat do to a towing truck? What should a shop look at first? What should you check before towing a boat to Possum Kingdom? Start with the tires on both the truck and the trailer. Check pressure cold, look at the sidewalls for cracks and confirm the spare is usable. Trailer tires age out before they wear out. A trailer that sat all winter deserves a close look. Then check the hitch, the safety chains, the coupler and the lights. Walk around with a helper while you step on the brakes, work the turn signals and flip the hazards. Finally, check the ramp plan. Know how you'll back down, where you'll park and who's holding the line. Lake roads add their own surprises. Gravel shoulders, tight turns at the marina and a steep ramp can all change how the trailer tracks, so go slowly the first time you pull in. 1 Tires. Truck, trailer and spare, checked cold. 2 Hitch and lights. Ball, coupler, chains and every light, confirmed with a helper. 3 Fluids and battery. Oil, coolant and brake fluid levels, and a battery that starts every time. Does your Ram 1500 have the tow package it needs? Check the door jamb sticker for the payload and the owner's manual for the tow rating on your exact truck. Engine, axle ratio and equipment all change the number, and a bass boat, trailer and gear weigh more than most people expect. A trailer brake controller helps if your trailer has brakes. If your truck doesn't have one, ask the parts department what fits your Ram. Don't guess: weigh the loaded trailer at a scale if you're close to the rating. Tongue weight: too light and the trailer sways, too heavy and the truck sags. How does RamBox help at the ramp? RamBox storage, available on the Ram 1500, puts lockable, drainable bins in the bed rails. For a lake day that means ropes, flotation vests, tie downs and a first aid kit stay dry and out of the way. It's an option, so ask whether the truck you like has it. If you're buying for lake duty, it's worth asking about before the build is final. Trailer tires age out before they wear out. What does summer heat do to a towing truck? Towing makes the engine and transmission work harder, and North Texas heat makes cooling harder. Watch the temperature gauge on long grades, and ease off the throttle if it climbs. A shop can inspect coolant, belts, hoses and the radiator before you leave. The Express Lane lists coolant and fluid level checks, and the service department handles cooling system repair. If the truck has a lot of miles or has never had the transmission fluid checked, ask about it. Those fluids work hard when a boat is behind the truck, and old fluid is cheap compared with a transmission repair. Graham tip: Leave early. A Saturday departure at six beats the afternoon heat and the line at the ramp. What should a shop look at first? Brakes and tires are the first two. Fluids and the battery come next, followed by belts and hoses. If you're towing regularly, make it a habit before each season rather than after a scare. You can add a quick look to an oil change in the Express Lane, or book a full inspection with the service department. Schedule service Shop Mopar accessories Service | Graham, TX Book it your way Schedule online, call (940) 532-6403 or add a quick check to an oil change in the Express Lane. Tell the advisor you're towing so the right items get a look. Use the Express Lane Before the trip How do I find my Ram 1500's tow rating? + Check the owner's manual and the stickers on the truck. The rating changes by engine and equipment. Do I need a trailer brake controller? + If your trailer has electric brakes, yes. Ask the parts department what fits your Ram. How often should I check trailer tires? + Before every trip, and replace them as they age even if the tread looks good. On the road What speed is safe when towing? + Follow posted limits and drive at a pace where you feel in control. Leave extra following distance. What if my truck starts to run hot? + Ease off, turn off the AC and pull over when it's safe. Let it cool and call for help. Does towing change my oil change schedule? + It can. Check the severe service schedule in your manual. Equipment and storage What is RamBox? + It's optional bed rail storage on the Ram 1500, with lockable bins that drain. Can I add a hitch or accessories later? + Yes, ask the parts department about Mopar accessories for your truck. Do I need a different mirror setup? + Some trailers are wider than the truck. Check your view and add extension mirrors if you need them. Service and booking Can the Express Lane check my fluids? + It lists coolant and fluid level checks, along with a multipoint checkup. How do I book a towing prep check? + Use the Schedule Service page or call (940) 532-6403. Mention the trailer. Are there coupons that apply before a lake trip? + The Mopar Parts Specials page lists coupons that expire December 31, 2026. Open the details to see what each one covers. Shopping for a tow truck What Ram 1500 trims suit towing? + Many trims can tow when equipped. Check the Ram 1500 specials page and the inventory for current trucks. Which Graham address do I use for service? + It's 1609 US Highway 380, Graham, Texas 76450. Is the lake close to Graham? + Possum Kingdom Lake is a short drive down Highway 16, which is why many Graham families keep a boat on it. See Ram 1500 specials Check current offers on the Ram 1500. Ram 1500 specials Plan your visit Get hours and directions for the Graham store. Hours and directions

Compare | Graham, TX A Ram 1500 pickup and a Dodge Durango SUV, sorted by what you carry, who rides along and how far you go. Some households want a truck and some want an SUV, and a lot of them shop both for a month because neither one wins on paper. In Graham the split is usually bed or back seat, trailer or school pickup line. Holiday Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram stocks the Ram 1500 and the Dodge Durango, two Stellantis vehicles with real V8 and six cylinder options and very different layouts. Below is a way to decide between them without building a spreadsheet. Quick answer: Choose the Ram 1500 if you need an open bed, tow often or share the truck with work. Choose the Dodge Durango if you want a closed cargo area and three rows of seats for the family. Both can tow, so compare the rated numbers for the exact build. At a glance Ram 1500 Open bed, crew cab seating Dodge Durango Closed cargo area, three rows Both Available in Graham, TX In this post What decides truck versus SUV for most households? How do they compare on towing and hauling? Which one drives better around Graham? What about space, comfort and technology? How do you make the final call? What decides truck versus SUV for most households? Cargo shape. A bed takes what a cargo area can't, like a dirty engine part, a bale of hay or a dirt bike. A cargo area keeps luggage, groceries and strollers dry and out of sight without a tonneau cover. Passengers matter next. The Dodge Durango offers a third row for kids and carpool days. The Ram 1500 crew cab seats a family comfortably, but it's not meant to haul six or seven people. Think about the person who rides along most. A teenager with a trombone, a toddler in a rear facing seat and a grandparent with a bad knee all feel the two layouts differently. Step in and out of both a few times, because the climb into a truck and the step into an SUV aren't the same. How do they compare on towing and hauling? Both Stellantis vehicles can tow, and both offer V8 power. The Ram 1500 is built on a pickup frame and bed, so heavy loads feel natural. The Dodge Durango tows well for an SUV and is a common choice for a bass boat or a camper. The rated number depends on engine, axle ratio and equipment, so read the numbers for the exact vehicle you like. Use the door jamb sticker and the owner's manual rather than a brochure. Ram 1500 fits you if You haul tools, feed or equipment, tow most weeks or want an open bed you can hose out. Dodge Durango fits you if You carry kids and gear in one closed space, want third row seats or prefer an SUV driving position. Which one drives better around Graham? Both ride smoothly on Highway 380 and 16. The Ram 1500 gives you a commanding seat and a long wheelbase that quiets rough county roads. The Dodge Durango feels lower and more car like in town, and it parks more easily than a crew cab truck. If a sporty feel matters, ask to drive a Dodge Durango with the Hemi V8. If rough roads and dirt matter, ask about the Ram 1500 Rebel or RHO. Fuel stops are part of the picture too. A half ton truck and a V8 SUV both drink on long highway runs to Wichita Falls or Abilene, so check the fuel economy ratings for the exact engine before you assume either one is the thrifty pick. Graham tip: Both vehicles are long. Measure your garage and the gate you pull through most often before you fall for either one. What about space, comfort and technology? The Dodge Durango keeps everything in one cabin, so the cargo area and the passengers share the same air conditioning. In a Texas summer that matters for groceries, dogs and anything that melts. The Ram 1500 counters with a roomy crew cab, available RamBox storage and an interior that moves from work to luxury as you climb trims. Both use Uconnect, and both offer driver assistance features depending on the build. How do you make the final call? Drive both on the same morning. Park each one where you'd park it at home. Load a child seat, a cooler or the toolbox you carry, and see which vehicle you'd rather live with on a Tuesday. If the choice is still close, check the numbers on the payment calculator and see which monthly payment you prefer before the decision gets emotional. Search Ram inventory Search Dodge inventory Compare | Graham, TX Want a specific build If the Ram 1500 or Dodge Durango you want isn't on the lot, you can start an order ahead. A sales specialist follows up to begin the ordering process. Order ahead Space and seating How many people does the Dodge Durango seat? + The Dodge Durango offers three rows of seating. The count depends on the second row layout, so check the build on the lot. Does the Ram 1500 crew cab fit car seats? + Yes, many families use it that way. Bring your seats to the test drive to see how they fit. Which one has more cargo room? + The Ram 1500's bed is open and larger, while the Dodge Durango keeps cargo enclosed. The better one depends on what you carry. Power and towing Does the Dodge Durango offer a Hemi V8? + Yes, Hemi V8 versions are available on some Dodge Durango trims. Check the Dodge inventory to see what's on the lot. Can the Dodge Durango tow a boat? + Many owners tow boats and campers with a Dodge Durango. Confirm the rating for the exact build and keep the trailer weight within it. What is the Ram 1500 RHO? + RHO is a performance focused Ram 1500 with a high output engine and off road hardware. Ask the team about availability. Trims and cost How do I compare trims between the two? + Start with the Model Showroom page, then pick the trims that match your must haves. The sales team can help narrow the list. Can I see payments before I visit? + Yes. The payment calculator and the What's My Buying Power tool let you test numbers online. Are there new vehicle specials? + The New Specials page shows current offers, which change often. Check it close to your visit. Trade, test drive and lot Can I trade in my current SUV or truck? + Yes. Use the Value Your Trade page and bring the vehicle in for a look. Can I test drive both on the same day? + Usually, yes. Call (940) 532-6403 to make sure both are on the lot and ready. Is there a quick way to see what's available? + The inventory pages for Ram and Dodge show the current lot. Filter by model to narrow it down. After you buy Does Holiday CDJR service both vehicles? + Yes. The service department in Graham works on Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram vehicles. Where can I get accessories? + The parts department offers Mopar accessories for Ram and Dodge vehicles. What is the dealership's address? + Holiday Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is at 1609 US Highway 380 in Graham, Texas 76450. Take a test drive Book a time to drive the Ram 1500 and the Dodge Durango. Schedule a test drive Check your trade See what your current vehicle could be worth. Value your trade

Buying | Graham, TX Two pickups on the Holiday CDJR lot, and a straight way to decide which one fits your week. Most pickup shopping starts with the wrong question. People ask which truck is better, when the real question is what the next seven days look like. A Monday in Graham can mean a jobsite, the feed store and a long drive on Highway 16. Saturday might mean a lake. Holiday Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram sells two pickups that answer those weeks differently, the Ram 1500 and the Jeep Gladiator. This post lays out where each one fits so you can walk onto the lot with a short list instead of a long one. Quick answer: Pick the Ram 1500 if the truck works most days, carries people and cargo, or tows regularly. Pick the Jeep Gladiator if open air driving and trail time matter as much as the bed. Drive both, because the cab and bed sizes feel different from the brochure. At a glance Ram 1500 Full size bed and crew cab room Jeep Gladiator Removable doors and roof, short bed Where Both lineups in Graham, TX In this post What does your week ask of a truck? Where does the Ram 1500 fit? What does the Jeep Gladiator do that a full size pickup can't? How do they handle Graham roads and a lake weekend? Try both back to back What does your week ask of a truck? Write down the real week before you look at a single window sticker. Count the passengers you carry, the cargo you haul and the miles you cover on a normal Tuesday. Then add the weekend. A crew cab Ram 1500 swallows tools, kids and a cooler without a fight. A Gladiator carries less in the bed but gives you a way to take the doors and roof off, and that changes how a Saturday feels. Graham tip: Take the Saturday test. If your weekend plans involve gravel roads around Possum Kingdom Lake or a ranch gate you open yourself, say so when you shop. It points the conversation at the right trim. Where does the Ram 1500 fit? The Ram 1500 is the answer for a truck that works. Its full size bed takes lumber, feed and equipment, and the available RamBox storage keeps tools dry and locked on the sides of the bed. The crew cab is roomy for a family truck, and the touchscreen and driver assistance features matter on a long day. Trim levels run from work oriented to the Limited, so you can match the truck to the job instead of paying for a package you won't use. If you pull a trailer most weeks, put the Ram on the short list first and ask about the tow package on the exact truck you like. The model showroom lists every Ram and Jeep model the store sells. A crew cab Ram 1500 swallows tools, kids and a cooler without a fight. What does the Jeep Gladiator do that a full size pickup can't? It opens up. The Gladiator is built so the doors and roof can come off, and the Rubicon and Mojave versions are aimed at trail driving. For a Graham owner who spends weekends on dirt, that's the point of the truck. The trade is bed length. The Gladiator's bed is shorter than a full size truck's, so sheets of plywood and long gear need a plan. It also isn't the truck to buy if you plan to haul the heaviest loads every week. Check before you buy: the bed length, the payload on the door jamb sticker and the tow rating for the exact trim. Numbers vary by build, and the sticker on the truck in front of you is the one that counts. How do they handle Graham roads and a lake weekend? Day to day on Highway 380 and 16, both ride like trucks, which means you'll feel the road more than you would in a crossover. The Ram's size smooths out long highway miles. The Gladiator is happiest slow and loose. At Possum Kingdom, the Ram pulls a bass boat with less drama. The Gladiator is the better ride to a campsite with the roof off. Neither answer is wrong, and the right one comes from how often you do each thing. Try both back to back Book a test drive and ask for the Ram 1500 and the Gladiator in the same visit. Drive the same loop in both, with a stop where you'd normally park. Bring your real stuff if you can, like a child seat, a toolbox or the hitch you use. Ten minutes with your own gear tells you more than an hour of reading. Search Ram inventory Search Jeep inventory Buying | Graham, TX Order the one you want If the exact Ram 1500 or Gladiator you picture isn't on the lot, you can order it ahead, and a sales specialist will start the ordering process with you. Order ahead Choosing between the two Is the Ram 1500 or the Jeep Gladiator better for towing? + The Ram 1500 is the stronger fit for regular towing because of its size and its available tow packages. Check the tow rating on the exact truck, since it changes by build. Can the Gladiator work as a daily driver? + Yes, plenty of owners use it that way. Expect a shorter bed and a firmer feel than a full size truck. Which one carries more passengers? + Both come in four door versions, but the Ram 1500 crew cab has more room for adults in the back. Using the truck day to day Does the Ram 1500 have bed storage? + RamBox storage is available on the Ram 1500, and the Holiday CDJR team can show you which trucks on the lot have it. Can I take the doors and roof off a Gladiator myself? + The truck is designed for it, and the owner's manual covers the steps. Start with the manual and take your time the first time. Will a Gladiator fit in a regular garage? + Measure your garage and compare it to the truck on the lot. Heights and lengths vary by trim and by what is mounted above the cab. Trims and options What Ram 1500 trims are on the lot? + Inventory changes, so use the Ram inventory page to see what's there. The team can also talk through trims by phone. What is the difference between the Gladiator Rubicon and Mojave? + Both are trail ready versions. The Rubicon is built for rock and slow terrain, and the Mojave is tuned for faster desert style driving. How do I find a truck with the options I want? + Search inventory by model, then call the store at (940) 532-6403 and ask a sales specialist to help find a match or request one. Financing and next steps Can I get a payment estimate before I visit? + Yes. The payment calculator and the What's My Buying Power tool on the website let you test numbers on your own. Should I bring a trade to the test drive? + It helps. Bring the vehicle, its keys and any loan details so the team can look at everything at once. How long does a test drive take? + Plan on about half an hour if you want to compare two trucks properly, and tell the team when you book so the keys are ready. Service and ownership Does Holiday CDJR service Ram and Jeep trucks? + Yes. The store runs a service department in Graham with Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram trained technicians, per its service page. Can I add accessories later? + The parts department offers Mopar accessories, so you can add many items after the sale. Where do I find the Holiday CDJR lot? + On US Highway 380 in Graham, at number 1609. The zip code is 76450. Take a test drive Schedule time in the Ram 1500, the Gladiator or both. Schedule a test drive Run your numbers Check a payment before you ever step on the lot. Payment calculator