Reason trans upshifts quickly is to get into 2nd gear faster because convertor locks in 2nd. Means less slip and in turn less wasted eng rpm and ultimately the goal of less emmissions. Trans also has "adaptive learning" programming, trans learns/adapts to how you drive and what load it normally has. After you been towing 20k for a week then unhook and bobtail. It will shift and feel different because it is, normal. The hesitation off the line is because the inline 6 eng produces alot more torque faster below PEAK tq. (1600 rpm) than PSD/DMAX V8 competitor. the trans has to protect itself from the low end, low rpm tq and steep tq. Rise of the inline 6 eng. All real HD allisons and other HD Trans manufacturers do this that are in class 7 and 8 trucks,, not the cheap 1k version they put in the GM, allison doesn't even warranty them. Dpf issue, your idle time is roughly 20%. That is a decent duty cycle, dont let it get much higher. I know some oem OTR manufacturers are displaying soot load as 2X what the cummins ecm reports to oem modules or dash. To force people to try an regen more or alert you that it's doing it. Essentially they know the average person driving it really does not have a clue as to how the aftertreatment sys. works in its entirety, just that they are driving it. OEM"S are trying to make it more idiot proof. Hope the truck serves you well in the future and best of luck. ......Have seen some shifting issues that a software update will fix though, especially down shifting w/ exh. Brake w/ heavy loads.
@@JB_WhoWork I appreciate it man! I'll look into it. I just want people to have all the correct info because some things people are unhappy with are easily fixed or the fact that they are just different from what they are used to. Not neccesarily a problem, but a preference.
@@josephpisciotta6572 Joe, you sound like someone that is very knowledgeable however just a heads up. The Allison transmission in the new GM trucks is made by GM. They actually use a great term "Allison branded". So how much other knowledge that you share is not true? There are many reasons that vehicles act the way they do but at the end of the day does it matter why? My current ride has 100,000 trouble free miles but I hate it and will never buy another one because of the many goof-ball things it does. I also cuss my transmission every day.
@@pappyone9790 I'm sorry you have trouble, and was not clear enough about the allison branded product. I apologize for that. but at the end of the day it does matter, I think do. Is " does it really matter at the ed of the day" a acceptable response from a dealer that sold you a $60 plus truck, no it's not. The allison deal is like the cummins, the isb in rams is not warranted by cummins but by ram. FCA buys the engine and puts their warranty on it. Not looking to start a war on Who knows what. Thank you for clearing that all up. I cant say I'm as up to date on GM as I am on others. But I do know that a allison dealer/ dist. Won't touch anything in the pickups.
@@josephpisciotta6572 thanks for the reply, I did not do a good job at making the point I wanted too. A lot of times it is the little things that just get under our skin and we cannot get over it. For example I will never by a automobile with a CVT transmission again.
You can rearrange the icons on the U-Connect screen toolbar. I put the camera icon on the bottom toolbar for quick access. To rearrange the icons, hold-press an icon and drag it to the toolbar at the bottom of the display.
I agree. It would be great if more people would be honest about their Ford and Chevy trucks like JB is about his Ram. This gives us a true representation of the vehicle, not just the dealer's point of view.
Before I bought my first Chevy Duramax, I talked to tow truck drivers and asked them what they towed the least of all American made trucks, Chevy was their answers!!! I am in my 3rd Duramax.
Thanks man! The small issues you will have are nothing compared to the stigma FCA cars gave in terms of being unreliable. I’m happy with this truck and it’s first model year with pretty much small issues, God Bless!
I haven't had any problems with the headlight aiming into oncoming traffic because I opted for the auto-leveling airbags. The truck automatically levels out when I attach the trailer. Nobody has ever flashed me for bright headlights when towing.
Besides the LED lights are an amazing update. I have other drivers flashing me to turnoff my high beams when in fact they are on low beams. I do a lot of country driving and the LED light up the road nicely.
When I was shopping for my 1st truck, 2 years ago, I went with RAM for the Cummins and the g56, knowing everything else might be in the lower end of the quality scale. I've had to deal with minor headaches, but nothing that would make me regret the purchase. Nice vid 👌
Man that had to be painful knowing how much you like your Ram. Paint chips on the from bumper if you a painted from bumper has to be protected if you want want it to look good. That is the advantage to a chrome bumper (not a fan of lots of chrome). The factory spray in bed liner is or can be an issue with every brand of truck. Thanks for sharing JB awesome information about your Ram. Great job keeping it honest my friend.
Haha it wasn’t as bad as I thought it would be! The truck overall is a beast and I’m glad RAM stepped up their game for 2019. Hopefully they keep it going for next gen. Thanks for sharing Ric 👍🏾
I was actually looking at used Rams a few weeks back, found a 2017 Longhorn that was perfect - except the painted bumpers. Pictures online looked fine, went in person, and boy was it rough. I ended up buying a Laramie with the Chrome because I could just see that becoming an even bigger issue. The paint seemed brittle like a bug could've even caused it. Definitely need to wrap the painted bumpers, glad I wasn't the only one that noticed this.
I got the last year of the Gen 4 3500 Longhorn...been great. I wouldn't ever buy the first 2 years of a new model they always need two years to debug and I think you've demonstrated this. Cheers!
I have a RAM 3500 Cummins Turbo 2016 LIMITED, this truck has been the most reliable !!! I have been thru the mountains several times. And this truck kept me safe during some devastating weather. Thanks RAM still trucking 140,000 miles, drives like she’s brand new. AMAZING
A little nit picky jb 🤣 though i get it. When you spend $70k+ for a truck you want everything perfect. Takes alot to criticize your own truck. But if you go with ford or chevy youll find just as many things to complain about in the long run. I do agree completely with the aisin issues and the short bed. Hopefully in the full 5th gen they extend the short box another 4-5 inches, and move the 5th wheel mount back like gm. And in the near future we will likeley either see a zf 8speed or an allison replace the aisin. I applaud you for this video though, if ram doesnt know what people DONT like. They wont fix it
Mike Hunt LoL! Yea this video was fun but I still would choose RAM! You can’t beat that Cummins and all they have to do now is figure out the HO Tranny! Every auto is bound to have something you don’t like but I’m still satisfied buying another RAM! Thanks for sharing bro!
About the headlights. Ram did think about that. They gave the option of auto leveling air suspension. That’s another reason for it along with better ride and handling. Ram is the only company that offers that. PD Diesel said on his channel that he got the ac and the DPF use fixed. You may want to check into it. Your transmission may need a software update. The reason it shifts at such low rpm is to try to get bette fuel mileage.
The point is he is comparing his modern truck to other modern trucks and being in the same category they should be mostly equally matched, but as he is proving here they are not.
@@Deleteguest not true ~ we are in the middle of purchasing a 3500 diesel with the 68RFE transmission. That's why I'm researching this now. I've heard they both have pros & cons?
Great points! Especially with the headlights and towing. I also agree on a 7' bed. All crewcabs should have the 7' bed. Now I see where Owen gets that head shake of disappointment!
No way would I go Ford(death wobble, Ford electronics, quality) or Chevy(IFS, terrible cabin, etc). Yes, they have better transmissions, but a Five Star tune would take care of all or most of your concerns. - Are you leveled up front? The LEDs do auto-level up and down on start up, but do not compensate for a level. - Any car would chip if used on the hwy as much as you use your 3500. Xpel and ceramic coating are mandatory on all of my cars. - The shifter problem it me too, but the dealer fixed it. - I don't think the camera thing is that huge of a deal, and definitely more superior than Ford, tho GM is killing it there. - I DO wish for a telescoping steering wheel. - The seats are still based on the 4th-Gen, which didn't have 4-way lumbar. Your 2020 Laramie does have 4 way lumber, for instance. Keep truckin!
HellKitty 101 the headlights are only directional. I thought the same until I towed my trailer. I’m not leveled but the truck sits pretty dang close from the factory!
The bed is the length it is due to the mega cab and chassis wheelbase. A longer bed would require the fifth wheel hitch to be behind the axle. To get a longer bed on a mega you would have to increase the wheelbase.
You should get a 2021 when it's a true 5th gen. I've been a Ford guy my whole life, but the Ram 1500 cab is the best one out of all the new ones. The inline 6 engine is a much better design, and V8's have more regen trouble.
I've love my 2015 2500 Silverado absolutely no complaining other that i wish it had more power. It has the 6.0 absolutely bullet proof though but under powered. There I admited it someone else admit something you hater about your truck, you'll feel better.😏
Ram makes the best heavy duty truck available! So if you're unhappy with little issues with your Ram. Go ahead and buy a Ford or Chevy and get ready to have a field day!
In regards to your paint chips on your front bumper, that Is typically the result of following too close to the vehicle ahead of you on the highway. Try staying back a bit further and that will happen much less.
Sharp truck and the lack of serious problems actually reconfirms my decision to go with a new Ram 3500. Wondering which rear end gear ratio you have. I suspect that might be more of a reason you are not happy with the shifting. The Aisin is a rock solid tranny that is your best bet in a Ram for towing. Keep up the good work.
Exactly the point I wanted to make in this video, these issues are mostly petty and truck has been rock solid. The truck uses a 3.73 and I was able to get the trans reflashed so now it’s much better 👍🏾
3.73 gears are the only option for SRW. No, you cannot have 4.10's or anything else, No!! If you want something other than 3.73's buy a dually. Thats the only way. Well, I guess you could pay big dollars to have them changed out aftermarket. DUMB!!!
2020 ram has a ton of electrical issues. Dont do it. The GMC duramax not much better. The 2020 ford is probably the best of the 3, but they have issues too. Thanks to EPA for all the emissions garbage that cause all sorts of issues with these trucks. Get a 2020 F350 with the 7.3 gas and be done
The problem with the transmission is it's built for heavy duty use. The clutch packs are tight and no computer programming can overcome that physical tightness when it shifts, when you use an ox to pull your garden wagon, don't expect it to handle like your donkey. If you don't need a heavy duty truck, buy a lighter one.
If you want to launch a cummins you need to spool the turbo. Every new cummins owner complains of lag on take off. Most people relate it to turbo lag. Ford and Chevy both launch really well so I don't think it's a matter of how heavy duty the transmission is. Although I think putting a 10 speed trans in the ram would help. If I towed for a living I would still prefer the cummins but I like how the duramax and powerstroke set you back in the seat. Even my old 7.3 that's nowhere near the power output of the new trucks will out run a new cummins up to about 40-50 mph. That was against a 2016 Cummins.
The transmission doesn't lag, he was complaining about hard shifts, if there is a lag it's in the engine which could be electronic, so I was only commenting about the transmission.
@@jerkyturkey007 Gotcha. I commented because in the video he is complaining about the trans causing the dead spot in acceleration. Which most people have related to turbo lag. I do see your point though. After I had my trans rebuilt to heavy duty specs it does shift harder.
@@deanmuse2590 maybe I missed that part of what he said. I'm not any kind of expert with any of the systems we're talking about here regarding all the electronic controls an such, but it seems to me fluid dynamics are pretty straight forward and simple, the only electronic components are the solenoids that replaced the old vacume modulator shifting system. Which reminds me, diesel engines don't develope manifold vacume, maybe I should stop talking about this subject, since I already admitted to not being hip to the technology, lol.
I am not a huge fan of chrome bumpers, but I opted for the chrome bumper instead of the painted bumper because I was worried about rock chips in the painted bumper. I haven't had any chips in the chrome bumper after almost 10,000 miles.
Alan stuart.......If one has painted bumpers, just go to a shop that installs "CLEAR BRA". This is a product made by 3M that protects very weel, and rock chips will not happen. I have had several vehicle with painted bumpers, and after installing the "CLEAR BRA", no rock ships!
I’m sure GM and Fords has issues as well. I personally had issues with my Chevy the leather interior is so cheap started failing apart in 12 months. My Ford Diesel 1 ton had 4 transmissions in 18 thousand miles.
Brian Benyak my 2019 Denali has transmission leak they “can’t figure out why”? And the motor has an ANNOYING TICK!!!!!!!!!!!! You got a beautiful truck bro!
MG42pillbox my rams never left me on the side of the road! My 16 2500 mega cab limited Cummins was one of the best trucks I've ever owned. My 15 f150 fx4 2.7 crew cab xlt and my current 20 sierra with the 3.0 duramax have already left me on the side of the road. Also, my Cummins never actively regened in 12,000 miles and I got 10,000 Miles from a tank of DEF. That was before diesel gate though!
I purposely never by trucks with painted bumpers because of that. Chrome is much better. I think it looks AWESOME with painted bumpers, but it's such a painful thing to see it ALWAYS CHIPPING.
No kidding. Best motors I have heard of. Then , one day, they decided to go to a smaller motor a 6.7 , which is worthless. But , also depending on the make ,. Ford , Chevrolet, Dodge. And to rebuild or replace the motor is very , very expressive. I know someone who had a 6.7 , it needed rebuilding , at how many miles? I don't remember. He has a Ford. F-250. 4x4. Just some information I heard , no problem, later man 👍
Exquisite Vidz I bought the STX. didn’t go fancy but still got the 8” screen. Remote start. 360 view cameras and skid plates. It’s all unneeded. It’s a work truck. Camper tower. Take hunting kinda truck. Tunes and deleted now. It’s a beast
Daniel Warren Yeah it’s not necessary to get all that other stuff, especially if it’s not your only vehicle. The features you got are really good, it’s really nice to have the bigger screen with all the cameras for hitching trailers. Enjoy man! Edit: and with a less expensive trim you won’t be to upset if you ding it at all working or hunting
Wait until you break that 100000 mile mark. Ram service sucks. If your truck makes it to 50000 your blessed. Try getting something fixed under warranty with RAM. I have had 2 for hotshotting. The IN-6is the poo. The truck itself is junk. Goodluck
Have you owned a 2019? I mean they did redo the engine and I’ve heard from other youtubers of making it past 100k no problems... most people say this but have never owned anything they talk bad about.
I thought I was the only one with the LED spotlight condensation... Great video that hits the owners real time viewpoint. Also my paint does seem to chip a little more than my other RAM’s.
Nope mine have had condensation since I got it. The paint definitely chips a lot quicker too when compared to a Durango with 5x the mileage. Thanks for supporting the channel 👍🏾
The 2 things that stopped my from buying a RAM were I have had a lot of Fords and the ford just felt right when I drove it and the tow mirrors. I hate the RAM mirrors, useless down, don't want to keep them up all the time, I asked the sales man do the lower mirrors change on memory as well as they need to be in different positions when up or down. And they are manual fold. I got so fed up of forgetting to pull them out on the old truck I really wanted to have electric extension on the new one so I did not need to stop and get out of the truck to change them. I did love the look (inside and out) the RAM is the best looking HD truck by some way, the interior and tech was amazing, I love the rear air bags. In the end the ford just worked for me, I am very happy with it, do sometime think I should have gotten the RAM.
On one hand I love your review because you bring up some really important issues (complexity of operating the 112" screen, not having a telescoping steering column, some build quality issues), so thanks for that. On the other hand, you could have titled this "I probably should have paid more attention before buying my $90k truck". When I bought my 2018 Rubicon, it was slightly used, and had almost everything in it I wanted. But after driving for a while I started wishing I had things like the towing package, Aux switches, LED lights. I could aftermarket these things, but now wish I'd gotten the jeep factory prepped for it. Lesson learned, do more homework before buying. That said, I'm looking at a 20 Laramie gas 2500 and your video will help sharpen my eye while doing my homework.
Thank you for the honest review..was strongly looking at new Ram 3500 HO drw. I know each have their own issues but my 17' 3500hd Silverado been great and trouble free..Not brand loyal but really appreciate your review!
@@JB_WhoWork it was. There are great deals on Rams right now so makes it more tempting. Think I'll hold off for the new Denali or Silverado HD. Also your Goosebox reviews sold me on one..keep up the good stuff!
I think the paint on newer Dodge/Ram/Chrysler vehicles is thinner than the older models. I picked up a 2018 Dodge Durango RT and one of the first things I noticed about it is the paint thickness. I have a door ding on my driver side and you can clearly see that there isn't a thick layer if paint used when painting these vehicles. I had all sorts of rock chips that got fixed at a body shop after a branch fell on top of it.
Test drive the 2500 Denali and the 2500 Ram. The GMC was responsive in every aspect compared to the Ram. It cant touch the Ram interior but its still pretty nice. I was going to buy one or the other this August for daily driving and pulling a travel trailer but with the world going to hell in a hand basket it's going to have to wait. Love the videos man, keep them coming.
Hey hey. Love it. Ram fan for life here from Maryland. Look. All manufacturers have there niches. But all in all the Rams are far superior to ford and chevy.
For fair weather driving I always try to remember to shut off the rear diff traction control button and then the asi/ trans and the 6.7 eng. work together better and usually the truck has quicker shifting with better acceleration otherwise leaving the traction control active on paved roads the whole eng,trans, management system will interfere with driver input during quick takeoff/ passing by regulating throttle input frequently delaying acceleration until it figures out everything is ok to do so. Frustrating sometimes and I just work around it. With vehicles like this they should just leave the driving to the driver as I have witnessed situations where these new technologies in all new vehicles could put a driver in harms way where driver skill would effectively avoid the situation. So in certain cases skill is not rewarded instead collateral consequences could be the result . Just have to adapt driving technique to resolve this. Certainly not interested in gps self driving cars that will be a nightmare sooner or later. On my truck ram limited similar quality control of exterior trim fitting is a little off here and there also and like you demonstrated the big screen can be distracting to use amongst the many other items you have shown pretty much the same as one I have. It seems everything now is like this 😔
LOL love the video.... basically EVERYTHING Dodge on my truck is breaking....Cummins is running tip top. Everything else though....different story. I purposefully got a 5.9 because of all the horror stories i've seen about the emissions systems breaking, causing premature engine problems. I do recommend Hot Shot's Secret EDT. I use it in every tank. Apparently there's a recent update to the Trans and the ECM that fixes the Aisin shifting problems. PD Diesel put up a video about it. I've had Aisin's in my Audi's and you have to reset them every month or so to get the performance back. They "learn" and rob the motor of power...but with the update and the reset everything seems to be fixed.
Thanks! All things considered, the truck is pretty reliable. I’m happy with the minor issues and I’ve recently traveled 4K miles pulling my fifth wheel with no issues. Mom planning to get it in to service for the recalls I have, maintenance, and with have them flash trans. I need to watch that video from PD Diesel as a few others mentioned he had great success. I’m running Diesel Klein which is recommended by Cummins, you have any thoughts on it?
Get 2500 Laramie Longhorn with gasoline, although it’s 410 hps, same engine as power wagon got. It’s what I have now of 2018. Seat controls need up and down as you explained in video. Those auto light switch is weird, while you driving on curve with high light beam on auto. There’s other traffic car on curve, my high light beam won’t go down to dim lights until truck get in straight way to face other car to turn it down to dim. No wonder I got flashing high lights at my face during curve. Use your finger to turn light switch to dim if you see car before or during curve. It’s a nice truck so far. I hope you giving this ideas to Dodge so they can making it better next year model. Great video 👍🏻
I’ve noticed the same thing too going around curves. I only use auto high beams when on back roads by myself but head/fog lights do a great job together, thanks 👍🏾
I had been using Howes and also Power Service additives since I purchased my 1st diesel pickup way back in 1989 (yes 89). My wife currently has a 2016 Grand Cherokee that used to regen probably 1x per week. A few years back, I switched to Hot Shot Secrets additives. Now I don't fill the DEF tank nearly as often as before. I have to say that I also installed an oil "catch can" so the blow-by oil is not being sent into the combustion chamber. I think both the Hot Shot Secrets, and the oil catch can made a huge difference on limiting the regens! She can't remember the last time the dash lit up saying, "Regen in progress-Do Not Shut The Engine Off"! BTW: the catch can has to be emptied about every 4-6 months....just shows how much oil gets sent into the intake!!!
That is a sweet Truck! I got one and just bought a 2020 3500 long bed. Dodge redeemed themselves with the new ram. Love it. You know you love the growl of the Cummins coming to life, no lie. Thanks for sharing Sir.
That 68rfe works just fine. Ran one towing a 17,000Ib toy hauler for years. Never a problem. Ya just gotta know how to run it. The Isin works better on the take off because it's lower geared but that 68 is a good trans, just don't beat it
Great review. I'm buying a new Ram and this was very helpful, thanks. However, I like that there's an option for the 6 '4 bed, it's one of the main reasons I'm going for the Ram.
Excellent review and good on you for the negatives (that’s just how you feel when you put 90k in something and “you didn’t feel any change hit you in the back of the head when you walked out the showroom” talking). My 2018 that I just bought in August of 2019 shifts great and it’s an Aisin. The air is cold and the truck has serious pep. One of the you tubers got the 2020 aisin and he has had programming issues from day one due to it being paired with the newer 1,000 ft lb engine. They haven’t dialed it in yet. I’m happy with mine but mine is a Laramie and a lot more basic than yours. I will say that the 68RFE is a little faster on take off and seems to be geared higher but the aisin in the 2018 shifts much better. I know that when I’m on the interstate doing 70 and peckerwoods in chargers try to be jerks, they have a hard time passing if I put my foot in it. Don’t ask how I know but he is still in my rear view. I am thankful for my new truck and so far I haven’t had any issues. I hope it stays like that. I test drove a 2020 last year and on the lot could not get any cold air. I think it leaked down and the pressure switch won’t allow it to cycle if it is less than 60psi in order to protect the compressor because if there is no Freon then there is no refrigerant oil. A loose seat! Hell naw that’s unacceptable. I guess I did find one problem and it was my seat will not store memory so I cannot set it
Nova Man ever drive a Cummins with an aisin going highway speed and punch it? Trust me. It’s not gonna win a race at a streetlight but on the highway the diesel has way more power than you think. May want to check out some diesel videos that are tuned.
Your mega cab rides on a 160.5" wheelbase. The crewcab long box is on a 169" wheelbase. A ford crewcab with the shortbox(6.75') is on a 160" wheelbase. The ford crewcab 8' box is on 176" wheelbase (GM is now 172" ram 169") there is a huge difference between the trucks.
With my New 2021 Tradesman I swear I noticed the same thing.I was gonna take it Back to the Dealer.I asked my Sales Person and he said bring it back in,But before I did that I noticed that it only Does it when it Kicks on the ECO Mode.She Sounds Like she's Choking.When you are only doing 20Mph and she up on 4th gear.Like Really?So What I do is when Im driving on 35Mph Roads I shift her in to 8th gear and ECO does not kick on,But she Swallows Gas like Crazy.
I have a true 2020 I think some of those issues were addressed. I only have 5000 miles on mine (2.5 monthes) and have no chips on bumper,mirror lights are fine,camera button on bottom can be be customized, never have had issue with bed liner in any of my Ram trucks,( 2010 3500,2012 2500,2015 1500,2018 3500, and 2020 3500, truck doesn't sag in back when pulling with the air ride so headlights never had a issue, I have lane sense so have button by flashers, only thing I noticed is air doesn't seem as cold but will have that looked at and I go through DEF more so may be regening to much haven't looked at DPF gauge..Will never by a Ford again work trucks at my job have all had major issues engine replaced in one at 3000 miles , rear brakes every 20000 miles and Chevy my bosses truck is always in the shop.Love mine also fuel milage isn't as good as my 2018 but 3.73 rear and regening more is possible cause..Also I'm a Heavy equipment diesel mechanic for 45 years. Love your commentary but don't give up on Ram yet..
Thanks for sharing! RAM is my truck for sure and if I ever have the chance I would like to own a Chevy or Ford simultaneously. I do like all three trucks but RAM is an amazing work truck!
I drive mine daily. In fact I spent the day in the pecan orchard yesterday loading a trailer full of wood for smoking meat. My truck gets driven everyday.
i am a die hard ford, powerstroke guy. i absolutely love the ride, power and the way the truck shifts. i have 6 powerstrokes in my fleet and drive a powerstoke platinum as my personal vehicle. having said that i was thinking about buying a new ram cummins limited just to try something different. i am not a ram or chevy hater all trucks have pros and cons as any reasonable truck guy or girl knows. this video was extremely helpful and i thought you did an outstanding job breaking things down so thankyou. im gonna stick to my ford and hope that 2022 has an upgraded screen. i like shit like that
Thanks for sharing! Watch my latest video as I still think RAM deserves a chance! I did this video at viewer request but you won’t be disappointed in the RAM 👍🏾
I love RAM trucks but the payload on the 2500’s is one the biggest reasons why I’m looking at other brands. Loaded Laramie was 1700 payload, loaded Lariat 2700 payload, loaded GMC 3000 payload. Keep in mind Lariat was a megacab, was trying to get more room in the cab. Still doing research and honestly going to wait and see if/when RAM releases the new 2500 cab.
It'd be nice if they showed how much weight was the bed when you put something in there. just to know the weight.. seems like something simple they should have initiated some time ago
Just sold my Ram because I hated the transmission so much. It ruins the truck, hands down. Amazing engine in a subpar truck.. :( Also, don't trust those sensors, they'll always show that it isn't 100% clean
The transmission issue is because of the cut of the gears Eagle Transmission. Dance Helix cut and then there's the angle to cut. But ankle cut is look smoother
Opinion on Aisin concerns. How FCA sets it up. Hesitance to accelerate happens with EcoD's/HP-8 using current compliant emissions set up too. 2 parts: a) FCA holds in 2nd gear with open clutches on roll down till abt 1-2 mph so power goes to torque converter and through taller 2nd gear. b) acceleration off idle is not ideal. A quality tune update (EPA-compliant tune for EcoD) includes a trans tune that drops to 1st and closes clutch earlier in all gears-it puts power down better. Optimized injection gets low end torque improvement WITH decreased regens while using EGR/SCR systems to get complaint emissions. On older EcoD, FCA tuning is ???. Quality. Perhaps (total guess) that's partly the case with newer Cummins.
Great review. Too bad you're not in main stream media where we could actually get the facts! I drive an '01 2500 SLT Cummins 24 valve, Allison tranny and 4WD.. Bought it in '06 with 45000 miles and its racked up 280000 and still runs great. Its a club cab with an 8' bed and that makes it so much more utilitarian. Problem is finding a newer model with the 8' bed. I don't really care that I have a full four door cab as the 8' bed makes it a real truck. I guess they're out there, but finding one isn't easy. There is the rusty quarter panels that seem to be inherent in many 2nd gen Dodge trucks, but everything still works (with the exception of the right outside mirror defroster, but I can live with that.) I'll probably be a Dodge fan from now on. I met a guy yesterday with a 3500 Cummins who traded his one year old Ford Power Stroke after replacing the tranny twice in 18000 miles. Dodge builds tough trucks! Your review has convinced me my next one will also be a Dodge!
FINALLY someone who understands this video lol! When thinking about my issues I had to search very deep to find something I hate about this truck but honestly for a 1st model the issues are minimal. The only thing I hope they fix though is the Aisin, I don’t care if it has the Aisin, just make it more refined and capable of holding more power
This comment is about your seat not moving up and down, but it does. The buttons to the left of the lumbar support that look like a seat move the seat up and down also back and forth as well as tilt.
I have been seriously looking at buying this exact config but your video probably saved me a ton of headaches. I had the Chevy 2500HD high country and I figured this would be comparable. I love the Ram interiors and that big 12” screen... Now I’m kind of thinking of waiting until this truck gets a good, smoothe, fast transmission.
If you plan on towing, I think you should go with the Aisin. If you plan on using it more for pleasure, the 68RFE will get the job done and it’s quicker off the line. The issues I had were so minimal that I give Chrysler credit for really stepping up and becoming a great/reliable brand. One last thing the red lash fixed most of my issues and I plan to discuss this in a upcoming video.
Great video, & FINALLY some talking about what’s wrong with these trucks of today because they don’t make ‘em like they used to! Trust me, you’ll find even more things wrong with the new Chevy Trucks today, especially the 1500 Silverado gas trucks! I’ve purchased 3 new Chevy Trucks over the last 12 months because the first two were 1500 Silverados & the first one from exactly one year ago is back sitting back at the dealership because the transmission went out, & the second one also had transmission problems in only one week, so now I have A diesel 3500 & hoping that transmission is better! Many other problems with all three of these trucks!
I have a Mega 3500 dually Longhorn and do not have any of those problems, maybe you just got a bad one. As far as the cameras go you should LEARN your truck how to quickly get to them, I mean it actually takes about 2 seconds and if you can't afford that time you have to take something off your plate. I LOVE my Longhorn and this is the 8th Ram I've had since 99 when they were Dodge and more than likely will keep foreverI am that satisfied with it. Still have my 02 the last of the loud ones.
I agree for sure about “learning” the cameras but I was taking a jab at RAM to minimize on those dead buttons. Still love my truck and probably will trade it for the next gen RAM!
A cummins engineer stated yrs ago the wort thing you can do is use these truck to go get groceries. People buy a truck that's one of the baddest towing g pickups ever made and then complain about issues when it has a few quirks when unloaded and barely straining the truck. They are built and tuned to load the hell out of them and run them hard.
Doesn’t the backup camera come on as soon as you put it in reverse? It does on my ‘17, anyway. Also, as for the dpf, previous years only reported a % (warning) if it was in danger of getting too full. The first warning being at 80% full. The new trucks report it continuously. All diesels produce soot no matter how you drive or what magic juice you put in the fuel. The dpf accumulates the soot to a point and then burns it off, all diesel trucks have done this since about 2007. I suggest learning what the gauge actually means before complaining about it.
Your the first RUclipsr that hates the Aisin. Seems like everyone else hates the 68rfe because of shift flare, doesn’t last and constantly going into 6th gear. I feel as though you are trying to judge your truck against a half ton truck and that’s not fair. But thanks for the video.
Chad Bell PD power diesel, eddies life, don’t like their Aisins. There’s a few more I’ve watched, sorry I can’t remember their names because I don’t subscribe to them. Vbelt has a few 68s with high miles no issues. My 68 is at 50k, tuned and deleted on 35s since around 7-8k miles. No issues at all. In my experience Aisins and 68s both upshift too quick unless you are in tow haul mode.
Reason trans upshifts quickly is to get into 2nd gear faster because convertor locks in 2nd. Means less slip and in turn less wasted eng rpm and ultimately the goal of less emmissions. Trans also has "adaptive learning" programming, trans learns/adapts to how you drive and what load it normally has. After you been towing 20k for a week then unhook and bobtail. It will shift and feel different because it is, normal. The hesitation off the line is because the inline 6 eng produces alot more torque faster below PEAK tq. (1600 rpm) than PSD/DMAX V8 competitor. the trans has to protect itself from the low end, low rpm tq and steep tq. Rise of the inline 6 eng. All real HD allisons and other HD Trans manufacturers do this that are in class 7 and 8 trucks,, not the cheap 1k version they put in the GM, allison doesn't even warranty them. Dpf issue, your idle time is roughly 20%. That is a decent duty cycle, dont let it get much higher. I know some oem OTR manufacturers are displaying soot load as 2X what the cummins ecm reports to oem modules or dash. To force people to try an regen more or alert you that it's doing it. Essentially they know the average person driving it really does not have a clue as to how the aftertreatment sys. works in its entirety, just that they are driving it. OEM"S are trying to make it more idiot proof. Hope the truck serves you well in the future and best of luck.
......Have seen some shifting issues that a software update will fix though, especially down shifting w/ exh. Brake w/ heavy loads.
Dude... you need to start a channel, this is good stuff and I’m pinning this. Thanks for sharing!
@@JB_WhoWork I appreciate it man! I'll look into it. I just want people to have all the correct info because some things people are unhappy with are easily fixed or the fact that they are just different from what they are used to. Not neccesarily a problem, but a preference.
@@josephpisciotta6572 Joe, you sound like someone that is very knowledgeable however just a heads up. The Allison transmission in the new GM trucks is made by GM. They actually use a great term "Allison branded". So how much other knowledge that you share is not true? There are many reasons that vehicles act the way they do but at the end of the day does it matter why? My current ride has 100,000 trouble free miles but I hate it and will never buy another one because of the many goof-ball things it does. I also cuss my transmission every day.
@@pappyone9790 I'm sorry you have trouble, and was not clear enough about the allison branded product. I apologize for that. but at the end of the day it does matter, I think do. Is " does it really matter at the ed of the day" a acceptable response from a dealer that sold you a $60 plus truck, no it's not. The allison deal is like the cummins, the isb in rams is not warranted by cummins but by ram. FCA buys the engine and puts their warranty on it. Not looking to start a war on Who knows what. Thank you for clearing that all up. I cant say I'm as up to date on GM as I am on others. But I do know that a allison dealer/ dist. Won't touch anything in the pickups.
@@josephpisciotta6572 thanks for the reply,
I did not do a good job at making the point I wanted too. A lot of times it is the little things that just get under our skin and we cannot get over it. For example I will never by a automobile with a CVT transmission again.
You can rearrange the icons on the U-Connect screen toolbar. I put the camera icon on the bottom toolbar for quick access. To rearrange the icons, hold-press an icon and drag it to the toolbar at the bottom of the display.
Hard to argue with any of those issues. Great honest video. Keep up the great work.
I know right but I agree with the short bed
I glad you were honest about your truck I think anyone who owns different brands would do the same. Still a awesome truck though good job
I agree. It would be great if more people would be honest about their Ford and Chevy trucks like JB is about his Ram. This gives us a true representation of the vehicle, not just the dealer's point of view.
if you think that this is an Awesome Truck even after he told you the down falls...... I have a horse I want to sell you :)))
Not a bad truck it’s a toss up between this and a Ford for me.
Before I bought my first Chevy Duramax, I talked to tow truck drivers and asked them what they towed the least of all American made trucks, Chevy was their answers!!!
I am in my 3rd Duramax.
Nice truck. Im from Ford family and just a few days ago got my ever first 2500 Cumins Laramie. But your limited is packed. Be blessed.
Thanks man! The small issues you will have are nothing compared to the stigma FCA cars gave in terms of being unreliable. I’m happy with this truck and it’s first model year with pretty much small issues, God Bless!
I haven't had any problems with the headlight aiming into oncoming traffic because I opted for the auto-leveling airbags. The truck automatically levels out when I attach the trailer. Nobody has ever flashed me for bright headlights when towing.
Truck has 4k lb payload and it squats pulling a camper?! U got your camper pin weight wrong or u eat to many donuts.
Besides the LED lights are an amazing update. I have other drivers flashing me to turnoff my high beams when in fact they are on low beams. I do a lot of country driving and the LED light up the road nicely.
I agree, these lights are amazing!!!
When I was shopping for my 1st truck, 2 years ago, I went with RAM for the Cummins and the g56, knowing everything else might be in the lower end of the quality scale. I've had to deal with minor headaches, but nothing that would make me regret the purchase. Nice vid 👌
Man that had to be painful knowing how much you like your Ram. Paint chips on the from bumper if you a painted from bumper has to be protected if you want want it to look good. That is the advantage to a chrome bumper (not a fan of lots of chrome). The factory spray in bed liner is or can be an issue with every brand of truck. Thanks for sharing JB awesome information about your Ram. Great job keeping it honest my friend.
Haha it wasn’t as bad as I thought it would be! The truck overall is a beast and I’m glad RAM stepped up their game for 2019. Hopefully they keep it going for next gen. Thanks for sharing Ric 👍🏾
I was actually looking at used Rams a few weeks back, found a 2017 Longhorn that was perfect - except the painted bumpers. Pictures online looked fine, went in person, and boy was it rough. I ended up buying a Laramie with the Chrome because I could just see that becoming an even bigger issue. The paint seemed brittle like a bug could've even caused it. Definitely need to wrap the painted bumpers, glad I wasn't the only one that noticed this.
I got the last year of the Gen 4 3500 Longhorn...been great. I wouldn't ever buy the first 2 years of a new model they always need two years to debug and I think you've demonstrated this. Cheers!
I have a RAM 3500 Cummins Turbo 2016 LIMITED, this truck has been the most reliable !!! I have been thru the mountains several times. And this truck kept me safe during some devastating weather. Thanks RAM still trucking 140,000 miles, drives like she’s brand new. AMAZING
That’s great! Thanks for sharing 👍🏾
I have 2019 limited but the 2500 and I love it
sure u do
Only 9558 miles with 46 hours of idle time is a high amount of idle time. Just sold my 2015 with 139,000 miles with around 80 hours of idle time.
A little nit picky jb 🤣 though i get it. When you spend $70k+ for a truck you want everything perfect. Takes alot to criticize your own truck. But if you go with ford or chevy youll find just as many things to complain about in the long run. I do agree completely with the aisin issues and the short bed. Hopefully in the full 5th gen they extend the short box another 4-5 inches, and move the 5th wheel mount back like gm. And in the near future we will likeley either see a zf 8speed or an allison replace the aisin. I applaud you for this video though, if ram doesnt know what people DONT like. They wont fix it
Mike Hunt LoL! Yea this video was fun but I still would choose RAM! You can’t beat that Cummins and all they have to do now is figure out the HO Tranny! Every auto is bound to have something you don’t like but I’m still satisfied buying another RAM! Thanks for sharing bro!
About the headlights. Ram did think about that. They gave the option of auto leveling air suspension. That’s another reason for it along with better ride and handling. Ram is the only company that offers that. PD Diesel said on his channel that he got the ac and the DPF use fixed. You may want to check into it. Your transmission may need a software update. The reason it shifts at such low rpm is to try to get bette fuel mileage.
You can add a shortcut for the camera to the bottom of the screen, I have it set on my 12”
Time to delete the emission
Bruh I drive a 78 f150 and this dude complaining about stuff I dont even have 🤣
The point is he is comparing his modern truck to other modern trucks and being in the same category they should be mostly equally matched, but as he is proving here they are not.
A banks pedal commander will fix that lag. It is a computer lag. Not the Aisen transmission.
First model year vehicles always have more bugs
Automakers been making vehicles for over a century. You telling me they STILL can’t perfect cars?🤨
The kids in Africa well that’s the point you aren’t supposed to perfect a car otherwise mechanics would have no job
Dodge rams always have problems always falling apart garbage
Negative they are most reliable based off of recent JD Power
@@JB_WhoWork bro I work on the pipe line and I'm telling dodge ram FIAT is garbage always braking
There is a tsb for the condensation on the tow mirrors. There is a new designed light they put in.
Oh yeah? Thanks for that 👍🏻
My 3500 Turbo Diesel 4 x 4 Laramie is the best ever and I get compliments daily. All chrome and red.
Want to get one for Hot Shot- does yours have the Aisin transmission?
@@bubbasue5212 All the 3500s come with the high output cummins and the Aisin. The 2500s come with the normal cummins and the 8hp 8 speed
@@Deleteguest not true ~ we are in the middle of purchasing a 3500 diesel with the 68RFE transmission. That's why I'm researching this now. I've heard they both have pros & cons?
Great points! Especially with the headlights and towing. I also agree on a 7' bed. All crewcabs should have the 7' bed. Now I see where Owen gets that head shake of disappointment!
Thanks dad! 7’ footer would come in handy for extra storage while towing a trailer. Like father like son 😂😂😂! Hopefully we will see you soon!
@@JB_WhoWork You can make your bed longer in Stretch My Truck garage 👍🏼
wow that interior is 🔥🔥
No way would I go Ford(death wobble, Ford electronics, quality) or Chevy(IFS, terrible cabin, etc). Yes, they have better transmissions, but a Five Star tune would take care of all or most of your concerns.
- Are you leveled up front? The LEDs do auto-level up and down on start up, but do not compensate for a level.
- Any car would chip if used on the hwy as much as you use your 3500. Xpel and ceramic coating are mandatory on all of my cars.
- The shifter problem it me too, but the dealer fixed it.
- I don't think the camera thing is that huge of a deal, and definitely more superior than Ford, tho GM is killing it there.
- I DO wish for a telescoping steering wheel.
- The seats are still based on the 4th-Gen, which didn't have 4-way lumbar. Your 2020 Laramie does have 4 way lumber, for instance.
Keep truckin!
HellKitty 101 the headlights are only directional. I thought the same until I towed my trailer. I’m not leveled but the truck sits pretty dang close from the factory!
The bed is the length it is due to the mega cab and chassis wheelbase. A longer bed would require the fifth wheel hitch to be behind the axle. To get a longer bed on a mega you would have to increase the wheelbase.
You should get a 2021 when it's a true 5th gen. I've been a Ford guy my whole life, but the Ram 1500 cab is the best one out of all the new ones. The inline 6 engine is a much better design, and V8's have more regen trouble.
Thanks for sharing this 👍🏾
This was tough to watch. I’m a ram fan also but I am glad I watched this video before I upgraded
The issues were minimal and since is the first gen, the truck is extremely reliable.
@@JB_WhoWork which transmission is this?
Aisin
I've love my 2015 2500 Silverado absolutely no complaining other that i wish it had more power. It has the 6.0 absolutely bullet proof though but under powered. There I admited it someone else admit something you hater about your truck, you'll feel better.😏
Keep the Silverado, don't be a dumbass like me.
When you get out of warranty just put a tune on it and customize the way your truck runs.
I heard a tune will fix your lag on trans also
@@JamesJones-xh4hp Transmission update from dealer will fix
I love the 99 Dodge ram 3500 dually wheels with a manual transmission. That my dream truck
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I used one for years. The front wheel adapters were great until someone curbed it. Company truck, I changed so many hubs it's insane.
Ram makes the best heavy duty truck available! So if you're unhappy with little issues with your Ram. Go ahead and buy a Ford or Chevy and get ready to have a field day!
I’m happy with my issues 👍🏾
In regards to your paint chips on your front bumper, that Is typically the result of following too close to the vehicle ahead of you on the highway. Try staying back a bit further and that will happen much less.
That trans is suppose to perform that way the lag on take off is the computer tune lol
Sharp truck and the lack of serious problems actually reconfirms my decision to go with a new Ram 3500. Wondering which rear end gear ratio you have. I suspect that might be more of a reason you are not happy with the shifting. The Aisin is a rock solid tranny that is your best bet in a Ram for towing. Keep up the good work.
Exactly the point I wanted to make in this video, these issues are mostly petty and truck has been rock solid. The truck uses a 3.73 and I was able to get the trans reflashed so now it’s much better 👍🏾
3.73 gears are the only option for SRW. No, you cannot have 4.10's or anything else, No!! If you want something other than 3.73's buy a dually. Thats the only way. Well, I guess you could pay big dollars to have them changed out aftermarket. DUMB!!!
No, my 2017 F250 has had PCM issues and the sunroof leaks down through the A pillar. Looking at a 2020 RAM 3500 Mega Cab duality now.
Heck yeah Jeremy👍👍
2020 ram has a ton of electrical issues. Dont do it. The GMC duramax not much better. The 2020 ford is probably the best of the 3, but they have issues too. Thanks to EPA for all the emissions garbage that cause all sorts of issues with these trucks. Get a 2020 F350 with the 7.3 gas and be done
@@resharddurdley6987 my 19 PW no issues. So far so good.
Next up is an Dually.
@@resharddurdley6987 really I have had 0 issues..this is not year 2000..
@@resharddurdley6987 ALL of the newer Trucks have issues!
The problem with the transmission is it's built for heavy duty use. The clutch packs are tight and no computer programming can overcome that physical tightness when it shifts, when you use an ox to pull your garden wagon, don't expect it to handle like your donkey. If you don't need a heavy duty truck, buy a lighter one.
If you want to launch a cummins you need to spool the turbo. Every new cummins owner complains of lag on take off. Most people relate it to turbo lag. Ford and Chevy both launch really well so I don't think it's a matter of how heavy duty the transmission is. Although I think putting a 10 speed trans in the ram would help. If I towed for a living I would still prefer the cummins but I like how the duramax and powerstroke set you back in the seat. Even my old 7.3 that's nowhere near the power output of the new trucks will out run a new cummins up to about 40-50 mph. That was against a 2016 Cummins.
The transmission doesn't lag, he was complaining about hard shifts, if there is a lag it's in the engine which could be electronic, so I was only commenting about the transmission.
@@jerkyturkey007 Gotcha. I commented because in the video he is complaining about the trans causing the dead spot in acceleration. Which most people have related to turbo lag. I do see your point though. After I had my trans rebuilt to heavy duty specs it does shift harder.
@@deanmuse2590 maybe I missed that part of what he said. I'm not any kind of expert with any of the systems we're talking about here regarding all the electronic controls an such, but it seems to me fluid dynamics are pretty straight forward and simple, the only electronic components are the solenoids that replaced the old vacume modulator shifting system. Which reminds me, diesel engines don't develope manifold vacume, maybe I should stop talking about this subject, since I already admitted to not being hip to the technology, lol.
@@deanmuse2590 Some lag but mostly the computer cutting the power back so it doesn't break the tranny.
I am not a huge fan of chrome bumpers, but I opted for the chrome bumper instead of the painted bumper because I was worried about rock chips in the painted bumper. I haven't had any chips in the chrome bumper after almost 10,000 miles.
Alan stuart.......If one has painted bumpers, just go to a shop that installs "CLEAR BRA". This is a product made by 3M that protects very weel, and rock chips will not happen. I have had several vehicle with painted bumpers, and after installing the "CLEAR BRA", no rock ships!
Mike Tyson voice nicccccccce! 😂😂😂
Can't find 1 thing on my truck I dislike.
Best truck I've ever had.
No Guts No Glory 💪
I have the tradesman, same problems, shifter, bedliner etc.
I’m sure GM and Fords has issues as well. I personally had issues with my Chevy the leather interior is so cheap started failing apart in 12 months. My Ford Diesel 1 ton had 4 transmissions in 18 thousand miles.
2019 GMC Sierra 2500HD SLE Not a thing wrong with it. It is a sweet truck
Brian Benyak my 2019 Denali has transmission leak they “can’t figure out why”? And the motor has an ANNOYING TICK!!!!!!!!!!!! You got a beautiful truck bro!
They all have problems, but theres a reason the Rams fill most job sites. Mine is goin on 20 years and has never left me on the side of the road.
They have major issues!
MG42pillbox my rams never left me on the side of the road! My 16 2500 mega cab limited Cummins was one of the best trucks I've ever owned. My 15 f150 fx4 2.7 crew cab xlt and my current 20 sierra with the 3.0 duramax have already left me on the side of the road. Also, my Cummins never actively regened in 12,000 miles and I got 10,000 Miles from a tank of DEF. That was before diesel gate though!
There’s a company in Utah that will stretch the frame and put on 8ft box
@Adymn Sani nah...it’s someone else. They have videos on here
Yeah thatz just what he needs...
@@cbigclarke Care to share?
@@kingofbytes oh hell man...it's been years since I've seen that video. I didn't even own a truck at the time, so I didn't remember the name.
that dead peices is for lane assist, I have it on my 20
I purposely never by trucks with painted bumpers because of that. Chrome is much better. I think it looks AWESOME with painted bumpers, but it's such a painful thing to see it ALWAYS CHIPPING.
Man I drive a 7.3L with a 4 speed so I don’t wanna hear it.
Lol! Great comment. So you drive the Abrams Tank.
No kidding. Best motors I have heard of. Then , one day, they decided to go to a smaller motor a 6.7 , which is worthless. But , also depending on the make ,. Ford , Chevrolet, Dodge. And to rebuild or replace the motor is very , very expressive. I know someone who had a 6.7 , it needed rebuilding , at how many miles? I don't remember. He has a Ford. F-250. 4x4. Just some information I heard , no problem, later man 👍
The headlights on my 2020 Laramie dim when a car is coming
They come in handy! Hope you’re enjoying your beast!
No this is a 1 ton
one of my favorite features on a vehicle!
I traded my ram for a 2019 f350. Don’t get me wrong I love a Cummins diesel. Just got tired of everything else. I’ve been happy since I made the move.
What trim you got?
Exquisite Vidz I bought the STX. didn’t go fancy but still got the 8” screen. Remote start. 360 view cameras and skid plates. It’s all unneeded. It’s a work truck. Camper tower. Take hunting kinda truck. Tunes and deleted now. It’s a beast
Daniel Warren Yeah it’s not necessary to get all that other stuff, especially if it’s not your only vehicle. The features you got are really good, it’s really nice to have the bigger screen with all the cameras for hitching trailers. Enjoy man!
Edit: and with a less expensive trim you won’t be to upset if you ding it at all working or hunting
Exquisite Vidz I do. It’s a good truck. Toes everything I need it to. Thanks!
Daniel Warren One thing i would recommend doing is removing the chin spoiler, it’s really inhibits you’re clearance
Nice truck but i prefer Laramie Longhorn i have one 2019 Mega cab Laramie Longhorn with Ram Box for my opinion the best truck
Loved the video, really critical content from someone that knows their HD truck!
Riyad Kalla trucks are made for work not a town rig wtf this is not a great video
Diesel Lover I don’t know the HD world much at all, what should he have tested/talked about to make it a better review? I legit don’t know :(
AND ITS CLOUDY OUTSIDE
Lmao
Damn Justin, Time for a F-450 Dually Wide Track.
Lol! Who knows what the future holds 😶
Ya, I love my 17 F350, 3 years and not 1 single complaint or problem.
I have the same truck, many many issues. Latest is a huge oil leak at 62,000.
Thanks for sharing! I know some will have issues but a lot will come out problem free 👍🏾
Like your vids! Buy a CHEVY!!
I love my 2019 limited 5500.
You sound like a perfect Ford owner 😂
Get you a ford and then talk about quality 😂
The issues I had were minor so I’m completely satisfied with my truck. My viewers asked me to do a video like this so I did!
Wait until you break that 100000 mile mark. Ram service sucks. If your truck makes it to 50000 your blessed. Try getting something fixed under warranty with RAM. I have had 2 for hotshotting. The IN-6is the poo. The truck itself is junk. Goodluck
Have you owned a 2019? I mean they did redo the engine and I’ve heard from other youtubers of making it past 100k no problems... most people say this but have never owned anything they talk bad about.
I am ASTRONOMICALLY confused 😕
If you switch to a Ford r GM product. We could no longer be friends. Lol
You will be missed
As a fiat /Chrysler mechanic buy anything u want bruh but don’t buy a tundra I will never see u!
92AKU lol. Right
my 20 3500 12" has the camera shortcut at bottom on main screen
It's configurable, did it on my 2019
@@jasonmena4961 yep he should be able to drag it to main screen
I love my 2020 F-350 Diesel
You nitpicker...lol...🤣🤣🤣
😜😜😜
Love your username, even though I'm a GM fanboy 😂😂
Cry me a River
Right!
I thought I was the only one with the LED spotlight condensation... Great video that hits the owners real time viewpoint. Also my paint does seem to chip a little more than my other RAM’s.
Nope mine have had condensation since I got it. The paint definitely chips a lot quicker too when compared to a Durango with 5x the mileage. Thanks for supporting the channel 👍🏾
I’m a Chevy guy but you’ve got an awesome truck man! She’ll show you a lot of love.
Thanks bro! It’s a great truck and with these small issues I’m satisfied 👍🏾
The 2 things that stopped my from buying a RAM were I have had a lot of Fords and the ford just felt right when I drove it and the tow mirrors. I hate the RAM mirrors, useless down, don't want to keep them up all the time, I asked the sales man do the lower mirrors change on memory as well as they need to be in different positions when up or down. And they are manual fold. I got so fed up of forgetting to pull them out on the old truck I really wanted to have electric extension on the new one so I did not need to stop and get out of the truck to change them. I did love the look (inside and out) the RAM is the best looking HD truck by some way, the interior and tech was amazing, I love the rear air bags. In the end the ford just worked for me, I am very happy with it, do sometime think I should have gotten the RAM.
On one hand I love your review because you bring up some really important issues (complexity of operating the 112" screen, not having a telescoping steering column, some build quality issues), so thanks for that. On the other hand, you could have titled this "I probably should have paid more attention before buying my $90k truck". When I bought my 2018 Rubicon, it was slightly used, and had almost everything in it I wanted. But after driving for a while I started wishing I had things like the towing package, Aux switches, LED lights. I could aftermarket these things, but now wish I'd gotten the jeep factory prepped for it. Lesson learned, do more homework before buying. That said, I'm looking at a 20 Laramie gas 2500 and your video will help sharpen my eye while doing my homework.
Thanks for sharing! This video was for information/entertainment so the title is kind of clickbait if I can be completely honest 👍🏾
Thank you for the honest review..was strongly looking at new Ram 3500 HO drw. I know each have their own issues but my 17' 3500hd Silverado been great and trouble free..Not brand loyal but really appreciate your review!
No problem, glad it was helpful!
@@JB_WhoWork it was. There are great deals on Rams right now so makes it more tempting. Think I'll hold off for the new Denali or Silverado HD. Also your Goosebox reviews sold me on one..keep up the good stuff!
I think the paint on newer Dodge/Ram/Chrysler vehicles is thinner than the older models. I picked up a 2018 Dodge Durango RT and one of the first things I noticed about it is the paint thickness. I have a door ding on my driver side and you can clearly see that there isn't a thick layer if paint used when painting these vehicles. I had all sorts of rock chips that got fixed at a body shop after a branch fell on top of it.
Test drive the 2500 Denali and the 2500 Ram. The GMC was responsive in every aspect compared to the Ram. It cant touch the Ram interior but its still pretty nice. I was going to buy one or the other this August for daily driving and pulling a travel trailer but with the world going to hell in a hand basket it's going to have to wait. Love the videos man, keep them coming.
David Brown Yea hopefully it calms down soon! Thanks for watching/sharing!
Hey hey. Love it. Ram fan for life here from Maryland. Look. All manufacturers have there niches. But all in all the Rams are far superior to ford and chevy.
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For fair weather driving I always try to remember to shut off the rear diff traction control button and then the asi/ trans and the 6.7 eng. work together better and usually the truck has quicker shifting with better acceleration otherwise leaving the traction control active on paved roads the whole eng,trans, management system will interfere with driver input during quick takeoff/ passing by regulating throttle input frequently delaying acceleration until it figures out everything is ok to do so. Frustrating sometimes and I just work around it. With vehicles like this they should just leave the driving to the driver as I have witnessed situations where these new technologies in all new vehicles could put a driver in harms way where driver skill would effectively avoid the situation. So in certain cases skill is not rewarded instead collateral consequences could be the result . Just have to adapt driving technique to resolve this. Certainly not interested in gps self driving cars that will be a nightmare sooner or later. On my truck ram limited similar quality control of exterior trim fitting is a little off here and there also and like you demonstrated the big screen can be distracting to use amongst the many other items you have shown pretty much the same as one I have. It seems everything now is like this 😔
Thanks for the recommendation. Honestly I’m happy with my issues sense this is the first year of this generation. Thanks for sharing 👍🏾
LOL love the video.... basically EVERYTHING Dodge on my truck is breaking....Cummins is running tip top. Everything else though....different story. I purposefully got a 5.9 because of all the horror stories i've seen about the emissions systems breaking, causing premature engine problems. I do recommend Hot Shot's Secret EDT. I use it in every tank. Apparently there's a recent update to the Trans and the ECM that fixes the Aisin shifting problems. PD Diesel put up a video about it. I've had Aisin's in my Audi's and you have to reset them every month or so to get the performance back. They "learn" and rob the motor of power...but with the update and the reset everything seems to be fixed.
Thanks! All things considered, the truck is pretty reliable. I’m happy with the minor issues and I’ve recently traveled 4K miles pulling my fifth wheel with no issues.
Mom planning to get it in to service for the recalls I have, maintenance, and with have them flash trans. I need to watch that video from PD Diesel as a few others mentioned he had great success.
I’m running Diesel Klein which is recommended by Cummins, you have any thoughts on it?
I love the aisin hesitation. Reminds me I’m not driving a sports car. Reminds me take it easy and baby it so it lasts forever.
Get 2500 Laramie Longhorn with gasoline, although it’s 410 hps, same engine as power wagon got.
It’s what I have now of 2018.
Seat controls need up and down as you explained in video.
Those auto light switch is weird, while you driving on curve with high light beam on auto. There’s other traffic car on curve, my high light beam won’t go down to dim lights until truck get in straight way to face other car to turn it down to dim. No wonder I got flashing high lights at my face during curve. Use your finger to turn light switch to dim if you see car before or during curve.
It’s a nice truck so far.
I hope you giving this ideas to Dodge so they can making it better next year model. Great video 👍🏻
I’ve noticed the same thing too going around curves. I only use auto high beams when on back roads by myself but head/fog lights do a great job together, thanks 👍🏾
I had been using Howes and also Power Service additives since I purchased my 1st diesel pickup way back in 1989 (yes 89). My wife currently has a 2016 Grand Cherokee that used to regen probably 1x per week. A few years back, I switched to Hot Shot Secrets additives. Now I don't fill the DEF tank nearly as often as before. I have to say that I also installed an oil "catch can" so the blow-by oil is not being sent into the combustion chamber. I think both the Hot Shot Secrets, and the oil catch can made a huge difference on limiting the regens! She can't remember the last time the dash lit up saying, "Regen in progress-Do Not Shut The Engine Off"! BTW: the catch can has to be emptied about every 4-6 months....just shows how much oil gets sent into the intake!!!
That is a sweet Truck! I got one and just bought a 2020 3500 long bed. Dodge redeemed themselves with the new ram. Love it. You know you love the growl of the Cummins coming to life, no lie. Thanks for sharing Sir.
Absolutely and congrats on the truck 👍🏾
That 68rfe works just fine. Ran one towing a 17,000Ib toy hauler for years. Never a problem. Ya just gotta know how to run it. The Isin works better on the take off because it's lower geared but that 68 is a good trans, just don't beat it
Great review. I'm buying a new Ram and this was very helpful, thanks. However, I like that there's an option for the 6 '4 bed, it's one of the main reasons I'm going for the Ram.
Glad it was helpful
Excellent review and good on you for the negatives (that’s just how you feel when you put 90k in something and “you didn’t feel any change hit you in the back of the head when you walked out the showroom” talking). My 2018 that I just bought in August of 2019 shifts great and it’s an Aisin. The air is cold and the truck has serious pep. One of the you tubers got the 2020 aisin and he has had programming issues from day one due to it being paired with the newer 1,000 ft lb engine. They haven’t dialed it in yet. I’m happy with mine but mine is a Laramie and a lot more basic than yours. I will say that the 68RFE is a little faster on take off and seems to be geared higher but the aisin in the 2018 shifts much better. I know that when I’m on the interstate doing 70 and peckerwoods in chargers try to be jerks, they have a hard time passing if I put my foot in it. Don’t ask how I know but he is still in my rear view. I am thankful for my new truck and so far I haven’t had any issues. I hope it stays like that. I test drove a 2020 last year and on the lot could not get any cold air. I think it leaked down and the pressure switch won’t allow it to cycle if it is less than 60psi in order to protect the compressor because if there is no Freon then there is no refrigerant oil. A loose seat! Hell naw that’s unacceptable. I guess I did find one problem and it was my seat will not store memory so I cannot set it
Colonel1Bravo what’s up brother?!?!?! Yea I really hope they dial in the new tranny for the HO because it’s sloppy... thanks for sharing!
Nova Man ever drive a Cummins with an aisin going highway speed and punch it? Trust me. It’s not gonna win a race at a streetlight but on the highway the diesel has way more power than you think. May want to check out some diesel videos that are tuned.
Nice video man, I've owned a couple of those trucks, good luck and Happy Camping...
Your mega cab rides on a 160.5" wheelbase. The crewcab long box is on a 169" wheelbase. A ford crewcab with the shortbox(6.75') is on a 160" wheelbase. The ford crewcab 8' box is on 176" wheelbase (GM is now 172" ram 169") there is a huge difference between the trucks.
With my New 2021 Tradesman I swear I noticed the same thing.I was gonna take it Back to the Dealer.I asked my Sales Person and he said bring it back in,But before I did that I noticed that it only Does it when it Kicks on the ECO Mode.She Sounds Like she's Choking.When you are only doing 20Mph and she up on 4th gear.Like Really?So What I do is when Im driving on 35Mph Roads I shift her in to 8th gear and ECO does not kick on,But she Swallows Gas like Crazy.
I have a true 2020 I think some of those issues were addressed. I only have 5000 miles on mine (2.5 monthes) and have no chips on bumper,mirror lights are fine,camera button on bottom can be be customized, never have had issue with bed liner in any of my Ram trucks,( 2010 3500,2012 2500,2015 1500,2018 3500, and 2020 3500, truck doesn't sag in back when pulling with the air ride so headlights never had a issue, I have lane sense so have button by flashers, only thing I noticed is air doesn't seem as cold but will have that looked at and I go through DEF more so may be regening to much haven't looked at DPF gauge..Will never by a Ford again work trucks at my job have all had major issues engine replaced in one at 3000 miles , rear brakes every 20000 miles and Chevy my bosses truck is always in the shop.Love mine also fuel milage isn't as good as my 2018 but 3.73 rear and regening more is possible cause..Also I'm a Heavy equipment diesel mechanic for 45 years. Love your commentary but don't give up on Ram yet..
Thanks for sharing! RAM is my truck for sure and if I ever have the chance I would like to own a Chevy or Ford simultaneously. I do like all three trucks but RAM is an amazing work truck!
I have not had any of those issues. In fact, I don't use additives either.
I love my truck bro.
Big D Productions really? My truck sits for long periods of time so I like to keep something in the tank to keep it fresh. Cheap peace of mind!
I drive mine daily. In fact I spent the day in the pecan orchard yesterday loading a trailer full of wood for smoking meat.
My truck gets driven everyday.
i am a die hard ford, powerstroke guy. i absolutely love the ride, power and the way the truck shifts. i have 6 powerstrokes in my fleet and drive a powerstoke platinum as my personal vehicle. having said that i was thinking about buying a new ram cummins limited just to try something different. i am not a ram or chevy hater all trucks have pros and cons as any reasonable truck guy or girl knows. this video was extremely helpful and i thought you did an outstanding job breaking things down so thankyou. im gonna stick to my ford and hope that 2022 has an upgraded screen. i like shit like that
Thanks for sharing! Watch my latest video as I still think RAM deserves a chance! I did this video at viewer request but you won’t be disappointed in the RAM 👍🏾
Thanks for the honest review, fanboys will always hate this stuff but it helps people like me. I still really want a ram but I’m 50/50 with the Ford.
The transmission hesitates during shifts as a defueling to protect the clutches that is why it's a take so long to shift to the next gear
I Love Ram trucks! I have a 2009 Ram 1500 SLT Crew Cab with a 5.7 Hemi. Ever since Chrysler became FCA I kinda stood away from Ram trucks 2013-Present
I love RAM trucks but the payload on the 2500’s is one the biggest reasons why I’m looking at other brands. Loaded Laramie was 1700 payload, loaded Lariat 2700 payload, loaded GMC 3000 payload. Keep in mind Lariat was a megacab, was trying to get more room in the cab. Still doing research and honestly going to wait and see if/when RAM releases the new 2500 cab.
Might get a less optioned truck, the more bells and whistles the less weight you can put on them.
It'd be nice if they showed how much weight was the bed when you put something in there. just to know the weight.. seems like something simple they should have initiated some time ago
Just sold my Ram because I hated the transmission so much. It ruins the truck, hands down. Amazing engine in a subpar truck.. :(
Also, don't trust those sensors, they'll always show that it isn't 100% clean
The transmission issue is because of the cut of the gears Eagle Transmission. Dance Helix cut and then there's the angle to cut. But ankle cut is look smoother
Opinion on Aisin concerns. How FCA sets it up. Hesitance to accelerate happens with EcoD's/HP-8 using current compliant emissions set up too. 2 parts: a) FCA holds in 2nd gear with open clutches on roll down till abt 1-2 mph so power goes to torque converter and through taller 2nd gear. b) acceleration off idle is not ideal. A quality tune update (EPA-compliant tune for EcoD) includes a trans tune that drops to 1st and closes clutch earlier in all gears-it puts power down better. Optimized injection gets low end torque improvement WITH decreased regens while using EGR/SCR systems to get complaint emissions. On older EcoD, FCA tuning is ???. Quality. Perhaps (total guess) that's partly the case with newer Cummins.
Great review. Too bad you're not in main stream media where we could actually get the facts! I drive an '01 2500 SLT Cummins 24 valve, Allison tranny and 4WD.. Bought it in '06 with 45000 miles and its racked up 280000 and still runs great. Its a club cab with an 8' bed and that makes it so much more utilitarian. Problem is finding a newer model with the 8' bed. I don't really care that I have a full four door cab as the 8' bed makes it a real truck. I guess they're out there, but finding one isn't easy. There is the rusty quarter panels that seem to be inherent in many 2nd gen Dodge trucks, but everything still works (with the exception of the right outside mirror defroster, but I can live with that.) I'll probably be a Dodge fan from now on. I met a guy yesterday with a 3500 Cummins who traded his one year old Ford Power Stroke after replacing the tranny twice in 18000 miles. Dodge builds tough trucks! Your review has convinced me my next one will also be a Dodge!
FINALLY someone who understands this video lol! When thinking about my issues I had to search very deep to find something I hate about this truck but honestly for a 1st model the issues are minimal. The only thing I hope they fix though is the Aisin, I don’t care if it has the Aisin, just make it more refined and capable of holding more power
That empty space on the left with no button is where my lane sense button is
This comment is about your seat not moving up and down, but it does. The buttons to the left of the lumbar support that look like a seat move the seat up and down also back and forth as well as tilt.
I have been seriously looking at buying this exact config but your video probably saved me a ton of headaches. I had the Chevy 2500HD high country and I figured this would be comparable. I love the Ram interiors and that big 12” screen... Now I’m kind of thinking of waiting until this truck gets a good, smoothe, fast transmission.
If you plan on towing, I think you should go with the Aisin. If you plan on using it more for pleasure, the 68RFE will get the job done and it’s quicker off the line. The issues I had were so minimal that I give Chrysler credit for really stepping up and becoming a great/reliable brand.
One last thing the red lash fixed most of my issues and I plan to discuss this in a upcoming video.
The Aisin is a tow beast. It's a disservice to harsh on it for manners when used as a daily driver.
RJT21 about to be throwing a 9 speed allison behind the cummins. I might switch to dodge if they do that
@@mattcaesar5781 Is that confirmed? Last I checked, the Allison was just a rumor 🤔
Great video, & FINALLY some talking about what’s wrong with these trucks of today because they don’t make ‘em like they used to! Trust me, you’ll find even more things wrong with the new Chevy Trucks today, especially the 1500 Silverado gas trucks! I’ve purchased 3 new Chevy Trucks over the last 12 months because the first two were 1500 Silverados & the first one from exactly one year ago is back sitting back at the dealership because the transmission went out, & the second one also had transmission problems in only one week, so now I have A diesel 3500 & hoping that transmission is better! Many other problems with all three of these trucks!
Thanks! In order for these rigs to get better and have the quality they should, we have to be unbiased 👍🏾
I have a Mega 3500 dually Longhorn and do not have any of those problems, maybe you just got a bad one. As far as the cameras go you should LEARN your truck how to quickly get to them, I mean it actually takes about 2 seconds and if you can't afford that time you have to take something off your plate. I LOVE my Longhorn and this is the 8th Ram I've had since 99 when they were Dodge and more than likely will keep foreverI am that satisfied with it. Still have my 02 the last of the loud ones.
I agree for sure about “learning” the cameras but I was taking a jab at RAM to minimize on those dead buttons. Still love my truck and probably will trade it for the next gen RAM!
A cummins engineer stated yrs ago the wort thing you can do is use these truck to go get groceries. People buy a truck that's one of the baddest towing g pickups ever made and then complain about issues when it has a few quirks when unloaded and barely straining the truck. They are built and tuned to load the hell out of them and run them hard.
Amen!
You can drag the virtual camera icon down to to task bar on the bottom. This make life easier.
Doesn’t the backup camera come on as soon as you put it in reverse? It does on my ‘17, anyway. Also, as for the dpf, previous years only reported a % (warning) if it was in danger of getting too full. The first warning being at 80% full. The new trucks report it continuously. All diesels produce soot no matter how you drive or what magic juice you put in the fuel. The dpf accumulates the soot to a point and then burns it off, all diesel trucks have done this since about 2007. I suggest learning what the gauge actually means before complaining about it.
Your the first RUclipsr that hates the Aisin. Seems like everyone else hates the 68rfe because of shift flare, doesn’t last and constantly going into 6th gear. I feel as though you are trying to judge your truck against a half ton truck and that’s not fair. But thanks for the video.
Chad Bell PD power diesel, eddies life, don’t like their Aisins. There’s a few more I’ve watched, sorry I can’t remember their names because I don’t subscribe to them. Vbelt has a few 68s with high miles no issues. My 68 is at 50k, tuned and deleted on 35s since around 7-8k miles. No issues at all. In my experience Aisins and 68s both upshift too quick unless you are in tow haul mode.