2015 Dodge Ram 1500 5.7L My 100,000km Review Would i Buy Another?
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- Опубликовано: 14 мар 2017
- Hey Everyone having some issues with the music in the first part of the video... wish it would work as its kind of boring without.
Working on that anyways thanks for the support and i hope this answers some of your questions you may have had about these trucks and if you have more ask away and i will answer you in the comments below! Thanks for the support 
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I love my 2015 Lonestar 5.7 Hemi ! The truck is 5 years old now 0 issues to date !
Thanks, great video. 17 dislikes must be Silverado owners...
Haha i think you would be right
Mike Zelesnik they're all great trucks. Its all personal preference
Ha
Or it could be the people that dodge told that the death of there entire family in there product meet dodge spesifications
Mrs Fox - Mambo dogface to the banana patch?
Yeah I remember when I got my first ram, took it to Seattle from LA and back it was a great experience, the ride is so comfortable, it doesn’t tired you as much which is great if you’re driving a lot. The hemi was doing 23mpg so that was impressive.
Great vid. I'm going on 260k on my 08 Hemi powered Power Wagon. A few minor repairs and regular maintenance and she still runs like new,
🐏💪 It's all about maintenance, if you take care of it, it will tak care of you no matter the make year model
Sometimes they are lemons though haha
Lies . My engine dies out at 40mph for no reason ! At 80k miles!?
Thanks. I'm thinking of a 2014 with 114km. Very good price and your video made me confident of it's reliability.
Good video. My 2015 Ram1500 has 60,000 miles now. I have had both front wheel bearings replaced a few months ago and it is currently at the dealer because the fuel level sending unit went out. Overall the Ram is a greatly improved truck compared to when I worked at Dodge in early 2000s.
2015 Ram 1500 sport 5.7 L v8.
First 100 000 K
Tires
Bearings
Brakes
Plugs
Coil pack
First year of owning it, I spent $5300 in fuel also.
Sounds like the dealer had their way with you
I've got a 2014 1500 limited with 110k miles on it. 8 speed, Hemi. No issues. Couldn't agree more about the longer bed. That is the one thing I really wish I had. Keep it up!
jtugwell yeah i made the mistake with my 2012 and got the shorter bed although it was my first new truck so i still loved it but it was a pain haha
Was gonna buy an F150 but the prices are iiinnnnsssaaannneeeeee... I think I’m gonna give Dodge a try.
Great Video, thank-you! This is encouraging. You covered almost all of the major issues with the Ram 1500 w/Hemi. From what I am seeing, the common stuff is 1.) the cheap goodyear tires, 2.) the seat stitching coming apart, 3.) exhaust manifold bolts, and 4.) the upper ball joints. You did not mention anything about the ball joints, probably because they are still ok. But I would be interested in hearing how they end up in the next 20k miles or so. Mine went out on my Durango at around 110k miles. But yeah, over all seems to be a decent truck if the problems are limited to a handful of issues.
Good video. I have a '15 4x4. I love it! I bought the lifetime unlimited warranty, so I will have this truck forever.
Hey man! Great vid and awesome looking truck. On my 2nd 1500 now, both have been awesome trucks. Cheers, from BC.
Have a 2009 Ram 1500 quad Laramie with 125000 miles. Love it. Still, live in northeast US love the 4wd auto for light snow and highway speed. Got the maxcare unlimited warranty for about $3000 so worth it! 100 deductible for $1000 work. Never getting rid of it!
I have a 2013 Ram 1500 Express w/HEMI and i'm thinking about purchasing the mopar maxcare lifetime warranty from Zeigler online for $3060. That's the best price I can find online. I've got about 30 days to decide.
Vern Bob if it's the same as factory it's well worth it if you're keeping the truck for awhile. Dodge has paid out well over 10k in warranted service in the 8years I've owned the vehicle. I would love a new limited crew cab but with lifetime service and no payment it's hard to give up.
Ken C you better check that policy it was changed recently
Got 183k on my Dodge Ram and it still runs good. Ready for a new model, but never a real problem aside from basic maintenance stuff and sensors. I am officially a Dodge fan now.
1337 rulez I have since replaced this truck just because I like to keep it fresh however one of our other 2015 rams is at 210k and it’s been a treat.
Can you please make an updated review??
I have the 2019 Classic 1500 with the Hemi. LOVE it. Getting 22 MPG from the truck computer (almost 21 doing the math at the pump), don't know what that is on the metric scale. I have a 55 mile commute to work, up a mountain (From 500' to 3200' and down to 2000' to work and then home every day). I set the Cruise and let it go. Climbs the mountain at what I set it, and actively downshifts to keep the truck from going over on the downhill runs. I wish it had the bigger tank and the on board GPS (8.4" screen, but no NAV)so I didn't have to use my phone for that
Great Video.... So after all that hard driving and pulling you had no BIG trouble with the truck??? And it's the sport package right???
I’m a gm guy, but those 5.7’s are great engines if well maintained
Awesome video! I had a quick question. What does your engine oil temp normally run at while you’re on the highway or towing?
Thanks for your review and knowing you drive yours within or near Alberta. I’ve had great fortune with my 2013 model as well that has the 8 spd. Trans., (mine was one of the first that year) and 3.92 rear with Slip. I get the same mileage as you do. I had passenger tires too and found there was more road noise and worse in gravel. The LT Tires I have now soak all that up (a better way forward). Been a satisfied owner too, with +90K kms now.
awesome!
I have a 2014 dodge sport white and it’s been a great truck and I’m in Alberta too. My rear bumper have rust spots too but I drive a lot of gravel. Wish I had the longer box like you do. I did a level in mine with rancho stocks and added some E range Hankook tires so the gravel doesn’t eat them up. At 154k with it and hope it keeps going. Going to change all of the fluids this spring and maybe the spark plugs next year. Also fix the drivers manifold bolts lol.
Bought my first truck. 2017 ram 1500 hemi. Soooooo happy with it.
mmh5481 I got the same except I have a V6.
Same her got the 2019 Ram 1500 Classic in Hydro Blue
awesome!
I just bought 5 of the Bridgestone Ko2 tires for winter, I mounted them on my original wheels and they are kick ass tires. We have them on our Ford explorer and we service TV and Radio towers and they work great in the snow. Going to put them on this weekend to test balance and feel.
TRANSMITTER GUY that's awesome! I ran toyo ct's since I did this video and have a set of new studded duratracs ready in the garage for the winter months.
For those "rock chips" go get Mothers clay bar kit. Takes it right off! Happens to my white 2014 every winter
Hey man! Great video! How are you liking this truck still? I’m about to pull the trigger on a 2020 ram big horn and I just want to see how people are liking their rams still. Thank you!
Thank you, thank you, thank you. For doing an informative video, WITHOUT THE NEED TO DO SELFIES. Great work.
Slac adjuster haha thank you
RENNERGADE, Not too mention, your truck. Mopar or no car (or truck)I love my 2015 Rumble Bee edition Ram. Dead nuts reliable....it's been the aftermarket stuff Chrysler, (sorry, FCA) put on the truck that has been shit
I had bmw 3, then I bought ram 2017, it’s so much more practical comfortable and fun to drive for less price
Good review. Thank-you. I have a 2012 Laramie Crew with 255,000 km. Have not had a lick of trouble with this truck. BTW at posted 110 kmph highway speeds I get 11.2 KM per 100 km. Occasionally it will go over 12 if I'm pushing a headwind and coming back from Medicine Hat to Calgary.
Gerry Hand yeah on longer highway trips the mileage really shows. Best I have gotten is 25mpg hand calculated to the coast. But I also had my street bike in the box. I have since put larger tires on the truck and lost a little bit of economy
Nice truck, glad you have a great experience in terms of reliability and comfort. Thank you for sharing...:)
Thanks for watching!
Hey bud, nice vid. Does your...or did your 1500 have air ride suspension? Any thoughts on the system? Any major issues with air ride?
This one did not, however i did have a 17 limited ecodiesel that had air suspension. Didnt have any issued with it but also didnt have it very long.
Just traded my 2014 ram 1500 quad in with 162000 miles 2 months ago loved it so much I got the 2019 lone star classic crew
Ihave the same truck! But in illinois its the big horn. How are you liking your slt?
SparkySal257 love it all the extras I didn’t have in my 14bighorn and more room for same price I paid for my 14
@@wilmar1006 Fuck yeah dude! Mopar or no car lol
Should be great!
I had a squeak in my dash as well .. 2011 Ram 1500 ... took me a while to find it .. but mine was not the dash .. it was the windshield wiper drivers side .. especially when the temp outside is around 30 degrees fer or less ... I sprayed lubricant at the base of the wiper .. where the hinge is and that takes care of it for awhile .. then when summer comes it’s gone ..
Thanks for that.
love my ram. won't consider any other. had a recall and the fuel sensor fail at 34200. covered by warrenty. no other issues.
good to hear man
Lol, I've only had a fuel sensor too. But I have a Ecodiesel.
Great vid. Thanks for the upload. Do you run with "eco" mode on or do you do the "manual shift" override? We just traded an 09 Avalanche cause cylinder #4 was pooched likely from cylinder deactivation. So we're paranoid to run it on the Hemi. The new rig is Big Horn with quad cab, 6'4" box, ram box storage, 3.92 gears, LSD and 9 speaker stereo w/sub. Great ride so far, kinda sad to see that manifold leaks happen on hemis too. What was wrong with the grill? I got a bad feeling it won't stand up to snow&ice here in Ontario.
it was a module in the grill shutters i think it was a freak thing since it happened so early on and has been fine ever since. yes i have MDS on still for eco mode and dont see any reason it would harm anything. 127,000 now and still strong as ever.
I do love this truck, so much I want to park it and by a work truck.
I was so close to getting an F150 but a last second change of heart had me going for the Ram. I love it, no regrets. I still like Ford trucks too but I haven't experienced owning one yet.
i have a f150 too!
Both manifolds replaced on my 15. On warranty though. Otherwise been an excellent truck for me.
Great Review. I own a 2015 ram, 1500...... I just replaced passenger side manifold, gaskets, bolts.. 62k miles. Chrysler care is reviewing and may reimburse me a percentage. I had the tick on cold starts. I did have to replace back caliper at 40k miles, non warranty item do to second owner. I will be checking the Oil Filter at 66k, I will be looking for shavings and metal particles due to cam /lifter issues. If the oil filter shows little proof of wear in engine, I will be keeping this truck.
thanks! and best of luck!
love my 13 sport! had chevy and gmc and no one stood behind their product like dodge. my manifold was warped at around 67k and had replaced at 0 cost to me. only thing is they dropped the ball bad with all these features and no back up camera. but i know how to back a truck up so who needs a camera. mines solid black but that white is sharp as hell
Bobby Rowe mines got a back up camera haha
I have dodge RAM too I love it the best but I want spot on all black my favorite
very nice truck I have one 2016 sport 1500 very nice
It's all about maintenance, if you take care of it, it will tak care of you no matter the make year model
Badass footage!
KUSTOMBLACK GUNZ thanks!
Just came across your video as I am picking up a 2014 Outdoorsman package Crew Cab 6’4 bed and only 61,700 miles. Spent its early years in Canada. My 2nd truck coming from a 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. Looking for to driving the Ram
They are good trucks.
Really clean truck thanks for the review! I'm getting ready to shop for a truck. its down to v8 f150 vs Ram 1500 v8. Long time go fast car guy, so just doing some research.
Heard about lots of issues with new Ford 5.0s 2018 and after. I was looking at one too. Now Im thinking either Ford 3.5 EcoBoost or Ram 5.7, Chevy 5.3 or Tundra 5.7. I love the F150 so I might just get the 3.5, but I really love NA V8s... Im not sure yet...
@@AustinC2838 Yeah I have read the same about the 2018+ V8 F150. If I go F150 it would most likely 2015 -2017. I really like the 2019 and 2020 Ram
M_ White008 I’m not the biggest fan of the new style rams but they still offer the classic so that would probably be the one I would get
Good luck!
Very nice video. I’m actually in the market for a used one. Can you give me any tips to look for? I hear the quarter panels rust very easily.
hhova29 did you get one yet im in the market as well
Hello from NB....great helpful video! Thanks!
Dog Groomer glad you found it helpful
I agree with the tires being bad. I bought my truck brand new off the lot in Victoria. I had it about two weeks in port renfrew and a piece of shale jammed its way into my front left tire. I complained about it, but the owner of the dealership said Goodyear wouldnt replace it because it was a road hazard and arent liable for it. They did patch it for free, but it happened again to the same tire, this time on the side wall and it had to be replaced. The inner wells too suck. Mine popped out. I had the back up sensors fail at 10,000 kilometers. Which was also weird. Overall its been fantastic. They are great work horses. I hauled a 7x14 cargo trailer from victoria to saskatoon empty, loaded it with about 6000 pounds of stuff, and drove it all the way back. It did well in the high mountains. Got a little hot. For the price, these trucks are the best bang for you buck. I got mine for $49,000. I have status so i paid no taxes on it. Things been awesome. Next i may go for a power wagon.
Great vid. Looking to purchase a 16/17 1500. Any issues with heating system or wheel ball joint?
Not at all
Good info man. I'm looking for a new truck to replace my 01 Sierra SLT. Considering only 2014+ Ram, Tundra and Sierra. I tow 5k about five times a week. Care about mpg and power.. also live in Alberta in Calgary. What do you recommend? I certainly don't wanna put too many parts into a truck costing 30-35 grand.
I know this was 2 years ago, but if you havent bought yet for some reason, I'd go with the ram, not a fan of modern gm cause they are underpowered and frankly not reliable like they should be, toyota is ok if you dont haul much, but toyota didnt put big enough rotors on them so they struggle with brakes.
Great, thorough review!!!
Thanks!
Missing the LED light bar on ur truck. Great truck. Greetings from Calgary
I have those on my other rides for sure! haha and appreciate the kind words.
Very tempted to buy one in the uk I know crazy but why not there's a few firms that bring them in and all have the diagnostic equipment etc for them.In uk I can the 1500 limited with the Hemi for £53500.00 including vat.They also give us a 3 year warranty on them as well.
They are nice trucks i use mine every day. We get a 5 year warranty over here.
Jason Holt, I am from London originally, been in the US since 1978, retired from Chrysler. I will be picking up a brand new Ram Laramie 4x4 crew cab tomorrow. $51600 USD But as I retired from Chrysler I only paid $41000 with tax, with my company rebate and other incentives. I am trading my 2014 Dodge Durango AWD. with 22650 miles on it.
Did you get one?
Madmx yes I got it on Jan 3rd
Jason if I could O would sell you my one only 355 miles on it $50,000 with shipping.
I’m looking at a 15’ tradesman v8 hemi for my first truck and these reviews are very helpful
Same here. Tradesman crew cab. Looking for 60k to 75k miles on one. Wanting to find one for under 20 thousand. They do exist
Just picked up a tradesman 2015 quad cab 4x4 5.7 v8 hemi for 21,000 usd
75,xxx miles
Rennergade, Nice video, have you ever carried a motorcycle in a 6'4" rambox bed and a tow trailer? I ask because I'm about to trade in my 2005 yukon and buy a 2018 Ram 2500 megacab 4x4 6;4" rambox with the 6.4 hemi. My new TT is 25' and weighs about 5000lbs unloaded and my bike weighs about 530lbs, figure gear and a couple of passengers and I'm thinking the 1500 would be overloaded. I would appreciate your input.
Thanks
East Coast I have never owned a ram box. It just doesn’t seem practical for what I do with it.
Hey man the music in the beginning is awesome baby; just fine; your voice is a little low in the video though thats all!
Considering buying a Laramie, 2015 loaded up. Are you still happy with it or how many miles do you have on it now?
they are good trucks we took one to 370k but it then had lifter failure.
Nice truck. You hit that back bumper with some Adams Polishes wheel cleaner and leave for 60 seconds it will remove the rail dust ( little rust spots)
DJR5280 it has texture so im not sure its rail dust : / i assume its from stuff bouncing off the front of the trailers in the winter time making little chips
RENNERGADE Could be chips. Looked like rail dust to me.
I have the exact same truck, same small issues as you, but I love mine!
I've had really good luck with dodges. Excited to see what the next gen looks like.
Thanks so helpful
I got 2016 Laramie 4x4 with 3.21 I've had it for 9 months put 42000 miles on her already zero issues feels like I just broke her in
jesse lowry they are good trucks!
Great video! 👍👍
Thanks!
my 2010 has 230,000 miles and still going great
Mrrogerstown that’s great to hear!
Great video! What level kit did you go with?
darrinmcneill Thats a good question. I dont remember lol
Do you have any opinions on the ecodiesel? How's your work buddies truck doing? Looking at the ecodiesel too
Thats actually what i replaced this truck with on halloween. I will put up a video in the near future of what i think so far. Have 12000km on it so far.
RENNERGADE no dramas with emissions? Heard one ram service advisor telling me to stay away.. rather trust an actual owner
Love the hood 😍
they come stock with them!
nice truck man i have a 2011 gonna trade it in soon. this is my first Ram and i love it.awesome though.
R Cupit thanks they are great trucks.
Nice video. Where do you live? This looks like a really nice ranch!
I’m a long time Chevy fan and employee.First time Ram owner.2016 shortbed single cab hemi.Question hoe reliable are these 8 speed autos.I think he is are dependable. So far best bang for my buck
IZ GON They are the most reliable transmission on a vehicle to date. You’re fine.
I’m on the fence about the Rams but that is a damn good looking truck!
rams are a good truck dont be afraid haha
Really grt video thank. Have you ever undercoated your truck
I have but it doesnt last long here in canada.
Nice Chroma Drone. Nice truck as well. They are a sexxy beast.
You didn't mention having any trouble with the rear or maybe even front parking sensors. I know from experience that they are useless in the winter. You never get any trouble from them in winter?
When I ordered my ecodiesel I made sure they were not on it.
I had the same thoughts on the box and 3:92 gear ratio and put those on the new one, but wanted the ram box because my back seats were always full of stuff. Not sure if I chose limited slip though.
I usually do have my sensors off as when im in a field (be it tall grass or deep snow) they will beep like mad. heck even a drive thru will annoy me enough to turn the front ones off.. I like the rear ones but i definitely will not get the front ones again. They had the exact truck i wanted to order with just a couple above and beyond features i didnt really care about but they were willing to deal with me and give the added at no cost so i said sure (it was only a few hundred dollars in extras anyways)
Also i have since upgraded to the mavic pro drone! its amazing
My mavic is on it's way.
I looked at a 2012 with 88,000km on it. It was from Alberta. And had a ton of rust under and cancer on the right rear fender. I live in Northwestern America so vehicles being rusted out is not common. What I'm asking is that seems like very low miles to be that bad off or is that common?
TheSteves75 rust doesn’t really care about miles it’s about how often you clean it
Try a rino spry in liner on your undercarriage !
'Berta!!
Nice to see someone using their truck. I have a 2017 3.6l with 20,000 miles on it (awesome truck) and I just got rid of my 06 HDMI which I had for 11 years (a little over 200,000 miles on it). I plan on keeping my 17 for that long as well. I would have double the miles on my trucks, but I always have two trucks and drive them just about the same amount of miles, keep things even. I beat the tar out of my 06. The only repair I ever needed (besides regular maintenence ie..shocks, brakes, plugs, filters, differential fluid..that kinda stuff) was a rear end at 150,000 miles which was $3,000. That truck was a great truck. Did what I needed it too and more. I will say, my 17 is quicker and more responsive. Even though the 17 has 40 less horse power, it is 1,000lbs lighter! 0-60 times are faster and navigating these country road and coming out of corners is definitely quicker, but could tow about 3,000 lbs more. Hauling is real close to the same. And ways..nice truck man. Take care of it and it will definitely take care of you!
Hey whats up , what kind of extended warranty did you purchase , from dodge? Or private ?,my factory just expired and im looking for a good one thanks !
Ram hemi S I got it from dodge when I bought it
Usually a $2000CDN option at point of sale at the dealer. Would not buy without it.
You don't get a loaner when work is being done without the extended warranty. Or I should say, you are not entitled to one.
The temperature is 4 degrees and it's nice, wow. Nice truck, how to convert it into miles.
I bought my RAM at 100k for 25k CAD Good shape and all was worried it would be falling apart. It's worked great so far and I love it in this snow. I put a full exhaust on it, straight pipes out the end from a Flowmaster Super 10 exhaust dual out.
I have a 2014 1500 Laramie, 8 speed, Hemi Gas mpg is the same as my previous Tacoma!! Very happy with that!
, 120,000 and doing great, drive like the day I bought it! Use 92 gas most of the type.
What services are you planning to have it done next?
Only thing manual recommends is spark plug at 160K ...
Thanks
Great review, thanks for posting. I just got a 2017 Big Horn (Now at 2000 km). Mistakenly I didn't get the LSD :(
How much of a lift on the front did you get and what size tires are you running.
2.5" front and 2" rear its on stock size tires in this video but i did bump up to 34" tires as i got a good deal on them.
The big horns have plastics coated rims they look like alloys but are really steel covered in shiny plastic check them out you'll be dame impressed
Thank you for the video. Looking to pick on of these up here pretty soon. Dodge has come a long way from the 5.9 being the only good choice.
Pop's How To's I love the dodges. I have a 16 6.7 cummins and a 18 f150 platinum right now.
RENNERGADE Which do you prefer... The Ram 1500 or the Ford F-150???
5.2 and 3.9 were great
Have you had any problems with vibration in the gas pedal? I just bought a 17 and have heard it's common just annoying, wondered if you found a cure ha
I just got a 17 with the 5.7 and I do get the pedal vibration when accelerating from a dead stop.
What kind of vibration? Some trucks will kick back the gas pedal when traction control turns on.
Best thing you can do with a ram is rhino line the bottom paint I did white to match my truck front and rear bumpers mine rock chiped and fog lights cracked just better to upgrade
I bedlined my stock wheel to wheel steps salt started to crack clear coat so bedliner just sealed em in to last
Thanks for the tip
I've been looking at a few but i just hope im not making a Mistake. I own a 2011 Silverado 1500 LT and it's honestly just problem after Problem. This damn thing is giving me a run for my money. I want something Nice and reliable.
We now have a 2015 ram 1500 sport with 330,000 hard km on it.
Any front end problems with balljoints or tierods from the level? Have you had your transmission serviced at all?
nope and nope dodge doesnt say to service the 8 speed till 200k
@@savethe2strokes I would still service the trans at 100k, idk any car that can last that long without starting to show problems
@@spakentruth well i just told you of 2.
Hey great video. Just a question, this is a US truck or Canadian?
Luis Alberto Ramirez canada
Is your truck leveled? Looks great! Also are they the stock tire size?
yes it was levelled at the time of this video. i ended up getting different rims and bigger tires the last year i owned the truck.
Oh nice!
I love tht truck i want one
Nice truck! Seems like al minor stuff. As far as the rear bumper goes, if that was mine, I'd ask the dealer if they would just mount an aftermarket really HD rear bumper if you supplied it?! Like a nice FabFour HD steel bumper! That's what I would do! Even on the front! Especially where you run!!
Kevin Voyer yeah thats the plan eventually its a recession right now on Alberta so the first thing to cut back on was truck mods lol
Hello , the tinted tail lights and problems with Law Enforcement with that?
I never do. Depends on the state and how tinted the headlights are.
Comes down to luck lol
The hemi tick. U think as long as this engine had been around they would have worked the exhaust manifold gaskets out by now
2016 Hemi here. 52k miles no tick ever.
craig schrader My 423K 1500 with 0 issues out of the gate and still runs perfectly fine.
My 2016 300 with now 120K on her with 0 issues and runs like new.
2019 300 with 30K on her that runs like new.
Need i say more?
craig schrader Never made retarded reliability lists because the people that buy them never take care of them and then they subsequently fall apart, lmao.
@MegaFishguts I agree about the 5.4. Huge p.o.s.
Ram is great!
Nice truck. My '92 w250 has over 300,000 miles. Looking to buy a newer truck this spring lol. Definitely thinking a 1500 or a tundra.
Trever Paluch they are great trucks. I just bought a new one however this time with the ecodiesel
RENNERGADE
Did you do a second review on this truck before you got rid of it? Will you eventually do a review on the ecodiesel?
Trever Paluch I definitely could throw together somewhat of a final review of that truck. And I certainly will do one for the new truck.
Hey man, I'm on my second Ram now, both with 5.7 hemi.. You mentioned in the video that you have friend,who drives ecodiesel.. I was looking into one of those for a while now and wonder if it worth it in terms of the reliability-service cost and also how it does here in our Alberta winters compare to the hemi? Thanks in advance.
Dima Dolotii I don't think any new diesel with emissions is worth it to be honest. The oil change difference makes up for your fuel saved. Not to mention the extra things to go wrong.
yeah, that was my concern too, i usually put about 40-60k a year and wasn't sure if in the long haul I will be able to save anything..plus i got use to the hemi power and when i test drove the ecodiesel it felt pretty weak, but i was ready to sacrifice that in order to get those 10-13l fuel consumption as long as the engine doesn't give me any problems.. It just really hard to actually get a non-bias opinion about the engine, some people are fully satisfied and say it is pretty reliable, some claim-it is not worth it.. So now I'm bouncing back and forward between another hemi and ecodiesel and cant decide, at some point even started to consider f 150 2.7, 3.5 ecoboost and v8 models..but ford with its turbo issues and crappy customer service makes me reconsider those thoughts
Dima Dolotii the motor isn't the issue it's the emissions that are not reliable. If you use your truck for work or just getting to work you want to be able to depend on it. Gas is king if you don't haul heavy everyday as far as cost of running goes and typically less down time. The hemi 8 speed is actually pretty good on fuel if your doing highway trips. How I use it I get about 16-17mpg every tank unless I happen to travel further I have gotten down to 12 on road trips for the entire tank and squeezed out 1050km before fuelling. Huge upgrade over my 2012 hemi prior to the 8 speed.
As far as towing with the hemi I got 3.92 rear end and it hauls great in my opinion. I only use my old cummins now if I'm using a gooseneck trailer.
That is the thing-i do use it for work and pretty often i am in the middle of nowhere without any cell service and i want my truck to start every time even when it is -40 outside. I run 2012 with 6 speed now and it is a bit heavy on gas, my coworker has 2016 with 8 speed and he says that it is not much different from mine in terms of the fuel consumption but again-he has pretty heavy foot...I barely tow, maybe 5-10 times a year so towing is not my first concern...and most of the time-it is my bike or couple quads..
Dima Dolotii I haul river boat skid steer and 30' sled trailer and a few other things with the hemi and it handles it all no problem. How I drive and where I drive I average about 16-17mpg pretty regular on oilfield roads and idling etc on 34" tires now.
Hi I'm going to purchase a Ram 2015-2017 I would like to purchase a 1500 V8 Hemi or Ecoboost Desiel . I believe it will be enough to tow with but guys keep telling me I need a 2500. Not exactly sure the lbs. will tow but can't imagine it will be much over 9,000. Please tell me your opinion I don't think they understand that newer engines can produce more torque.
Thanks Dana
Well as im not sure what you will be towing either it will be important to look what the weight rating for the trucks come out to in the configuration you want. The truck will always pull more but its the brakes and stability that come into play beyond that and its just dangerous to everyone else on the road.
That being said though i believe this truck as set up was in the 9000lb weight limit range and thats quite a lot for the average guy.
The squeaking in the dash is the windshield clips used to instal the windshield and hold it in place while the glue sets up. You can get to the clips if u remove the plastic cover under your wipers. Mine did the same thing the clips get loose over time and squeak against the glass. Hope that helps out man!
Ram Runner believe it or not it was actually my wheel well tub/liner... who knew? Haha
RENNERGADE wow pretty funny lol. Mine started to squeak around 70k miles but was those clips lol all in all I am very happy with the truck. I have a single cab short bed 4x4 hemi 3.92 rear. Fastest truck I have ever owned with simple bolt ons I got my time down to 13.2 sec 1/4 @ 101mph total sleeper haha. Nice video man. Beautiful truck you have
Ram Runner my first truck was a hemi and i took it to almost 400k from 140 they are great trucks
RENNERGADE yea man. Iv been addicted to Rams since I saw twister back in 96 lol Iv kept each ram till over 200k and all have treated me well! My 2004 rumble bee went 230k with only an egr valve that needed to be replaced other then that simple maintenance! Great trucks even tho I hear horror stories sometimes the 6 rams I have owned all have been great. So is swear by them.
Ram Runner glad to hear it man i hope the streak continues!
Hows the 8 speed trans? I just got a v6 8 speed..love it
Martin Medrano we had a couple of those also. The 8 speed is great never had a single issue
RENNERGADE love the truck but really man a 850 summit get a rmk both are great love the review for that i subbed i have a 2015 rmk 800 i want to ride with ya
awesome man i appreciate it. I ride with polaris riders and they cant sway me i love my doos
RENNERGADE I know I like them the only thing I can't stand on summits is the steering i like the polaris steering but both brand's are great where do u live
Who gets a ram w/o hemi?!?!?
They are by far more stylish than anything ford & Chevy have to offer..the new interiors are almost car like.
They are nice i currently have a 2016 ram 3500 laramie and an 18 f150 platinum though.. ive been sort of converted to the ford side..