I don't know about the '16's, but a few years earlier the 2500 and 3500 were identical except for the springs. Add air bags to a 2500 and you have a 3500. If you want to verify that, go to any parts store and compare part numbers on any of parts involved in brakes, suspension, bearings, etc.

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