I like the 01.5 and newer due to the rear disc brakes. I’ve had this one since 03. Has 192k on it now.

....and I just replaced the dash about a year ago with a LMC unit. $330 delivered.

Important note: Rear disc brakes were 2500/3500 only in 2001. 1500 went 4 wheel disc in 2002 with the new body style (DR). 2500/3500 were still old body style (BR) for 2002.