Surface rust underneath — treat now or leave it?

Salt and cold mornings punish cheap shortcuts. In Florida, dedicated winters on the 2024 Ram 1500 paid off more than I expected on ice, even on plowed roads. I'd do that before spending real money. This is from a 2024 Ram 1500 in Florida with 118,000 miles. Just my two cents from doing this recently. Only after sitting overnight so far.

Salt and cold mornings punish cheap shortcuts. Watch brake clearance and overall diameter if you downsize winter wheels on the 2024 Ram 1500. I'd do that before spending real money. Time, temperature, and whether it's in gear are the notes that actually help a shop. Checking again after work.

This is a climate question as much as a tire question. If Florida only sees a few real storms, a good all-weather on the 2024 Ram 1500 can be the saner daily. I'd do that before spending real money. I'd want that in writing, not as a promise. If that fails I'll eat the diagnostic fee.

I'd pick the setup I'll actually live with in slush. In Florida, dedicated winters on the 2024 Ram 1500 paid off more than I expected on ice, even on plowed roads. Then you'll know the next fork. Had a similar mess a couple years ago and that's what finally sorted it. Not interested in a five-hour wait for a shrug.

This is a climate question as much as a tire question. If Florida only sees a few real storms, a good all-weather on the 2024 Ram 1500 can be the saner daily. Then you'll know the next fork. I'd want a dollar figure or a measured spec, not 'should be fine.' A day of patience here is cheaper than a wrong part. I refuse to clear codes until someone else sees them.

This is a climate question as much as a tire question. In Florida, dedicated winters on the 2024 Ram 1500 paid off more than I expected on ice, even on plowed roads. That's where I'd start. When does it actually happen? Your commute and mine probably aren't the same, but the test still applies. I already checked the easy fluid levels.