For me, towing just under 10,000 lbs, the 2500 with the 6.4 Hemi is the way to go. Diesel will give more power & mpg boost, but I won't miss the DEF, more expensive oil changes, fuel filters, and most importantly, loss in payload! Nice truck.
Just completed first real trip towing my fifth wheel Grand Design 337 RLS. Trailer loaded is 11,500#. Truck is 2018 Ram 3500, 4:10 rear, 6.4l Hemi, 4 x 4, 8' bed, 6sp. I held between 65 and 70 mph and stayed between 2500 and 3000 rpm. Truck tows surprisingly well. I had a Cummins 2500 before and am very pleased with the performance of the Hemi.
We picked up a new 2020 2500 Tradesman back in May (2020). I dumped the stock tires for a set of Falken Wildpeaks A/T3W All-Terrains as the stock tires weren't cutting it for our winters here in Northern NY. Wife and I took a trip from NY to Calif and back in March 2021. Picked up a rental RV trailer in Utah to tow around UT/NV/CA. Truck handled nicely in the snows of Northern Calif, as well as the sand and salt flats of the southern Mojave. Highest rev's were climbing up the hills oh Hwy 395 around Mammoth Mtn Resort, and a stretch of I-15 that cuts through the NW corner of Arizona trying to maintain speed. Only thing I wish Ram would do, include the center cargo high mount camera with the towing prep group. Seems silly to have the truck all setup to mount either a 5th wheel or gooseneck hitch and wiring harness hookups (both 4 & 7 pin in the bed), and not have the cargo camera included in the prep. Truck does have a lot of getup and go. It will fishtail because the rear is very light. Traction control and limited slip will cause it to do burnouts at intersections that require sharp turns followed by quick acceleration.
Just bought 2020 Cummins engine w/Ram box. In the 6 months since owning, the truck is a beast & has paid for itself towing a dump trailer and excavator 14k+ lbs. Love the interior vs Ford F-250 xlt, backup camera great for trailers. Cons goes through DEF fluid every 1200 miles, Ram box is janky, the bed is tough to get in an out of, sometimes when shift in park the “p” mode blinks and you have reshift into park?? The child window locks don’t work, annoying if you have little ones. Ultimately, the pros outweigh the cons and gets the job done! 4wd has saved me quite a few occasions working in mud and in the mountains.
I just bought the 2020 3500 4x4 with the HO Cummins. Interior is bare bone but wow what a fun truck to drive. I traded in a 2014 Laramie 3500 4x4. The 2014 was all luxury and with ok power, the 2020 is all power with very little luxury at MSRP $57,257 but I paid less than that on July 29th. Some dealerships are hurting and it’s at the end of the year with 2021 stock coming in late August and September.
May be the best 6.4 hemi 2500 review on youtube, can't wait to pick my tradesman 2500 6.4 3.73 2021 in demon red tomorrow going to be my first 3/4 ton and I just feel like for the negligible price and mpg difference a well equipped 2500 tradesman is the way to go
Nice review, I have a 2018 RAM 3500 Laramie with the 6.4 Hemi and 4.10 gears. Towing capacity of 15600 and 3750 payload. I love it! I have towed a 16 foot dump trailer loaded down with split firewood and it towed it with ease.
Yeah, I ordered it that way. The dealer said they had so many people trying to buy it before I got down to get it. It is the same color as the one you tested, except I ordered it with the sport package. So it has 20 inch black wheels and everything is blacked out. I hate chrome.
How does that 3500 ride unloaded without a trailer and what kind if fuel mileage? I am also looking to order my next truck from a 1500. I notice a minimal difference in price between the 2500 and 3500 base price. I'm seriously considering the 3500 4x4 over the 2500 at this point.
@@michaelconnolly6519 It rides good for a 3500. Lol It doesn't ride like a Cadillac, but on the highway it is smooth. However, if you hit a bump it will let you know it. As for gas mileage, on the highway not towing or hauling. I get 17 to 18 mpg. I towed my dump trailer (total weight 9000 lbs) and I was getting 12 mpg.
If i were to get a diesel it would be in an f450/ram 4500. The dual rear wheels, wide track front axle, commercial wheels, and commercial tires all bring out what a diesel is going to be meant for
I’m a Ford guy and also have been but Ford must think all their customers make six figure salaries. I really want and F250 with that 7.3 gas but man Ford is proud of those and you get way more truck with Dodge for the price.
I went with a Ford super duty STX CCLB over Chevy and Ram. The full rear bench with the support underneath in the ram was a non starter. The dial shifter and push button start were another turn off. Each of the big three have their advantages but I felt the Ford was the best overall value for my needs. I especially love the huge 48 gallon fuel tank.
@Maybe if gasoline weighs 6.3 lbs per gallon and the fuel tank holds 48 gallons that would be 302.4 lbs. How is that a problem? That weight doesn’t come out of the payload and the fuel tank has baffles to keep the fuel from sloshing around. I’m trying to understand what you are getting at.
I don’t worry about fuel economy, that’s why I have a Corolla. This truck gets a solid 12 MPG regardless of how I drive it. Towing the boat the mileage is the same. It drops to 9 MPG with a 35’ TT but no matter how soft I drive in my area it is always 12 on average. I got 14 once driving in Florida for a week where everything is flat but that was the only time my mileage improved. The extra fuel has zero bearing on the fuel economy, any more than some payload or passengers would. In fact, the big tank is awesome when towing because I don’t have to stop for fuel very often with a big trailer hooked up.
Lots of power in the Hemi, even the 5.7 in previous Heavy Duty trucks was strong enough for the 2500 if it was used for towing under 12,000 lbs. You forgot about that thing about sharing remember!
I Loved you’re video and how well spoken you were. Most people who have reviewed this truck they kinda just down talk the tradesman. But the thing is most people just don’t need the king ranch or a larmine pickup. Folks need to quit trying compete with there neighbors and stuff💯💯
Man, I’m not a Ram guy but it’s hard not think this the best truck to get in 2021. I was looking at a Tundra but it’s SO outdated. And the Chevy is lack luster and idk about the 6.6L yet. It’s too new for me to try it. And I won’t do another ford. Lol. But even the base tradesman for 2021 is really nice. Especially if you can get it with that infotainment upgrade. I think a Ram Tradesman 2500 6.4 is in my future. Just gotta sell the wife first. Lol
Later in the year that will be 8-10k off which is a great deal for all that offers. Love that color! It’s probably my day even though I have silver. Also liked that you went a little more in depth on the infotainment system.
Ready to buy a new ram 2500 thanks for the push 😂 currently been driving a Nissan Titan Xd with the Cummins and for me the largest downfall of a diesel is the cost of repairs and availability of parts specifically for the Titan Any repair is $1000s
great review, I highly recommend this truck, I have the 2019 big horn version, same engine and 3.73 rear. It pulls great, on flat ground from a stand still I don't notice my trailer is back there until about 30 Mph.
You can get a leveling kit and just put some 33s on there and it would look really good like that. I like that color for the tradesman typically your work trucks are all white and have been in the past. It's good to see they're finally coming around with different colors for that plain truck.
The one thing I wish they would put in a 2500 is the platform under the rear seat that folds out and makes a big flat surface in the back. I use that a lot in my 1500 and I will miss that when I get a 2500.
super excited about this truck...I like the option of a 50 gallon fuel tank on long bed....I just wonder if the big screen allows you to change colors in the settings...
That would be perfect for me for towing my 22’ trailer, but, they force me to go to a bighorn because you can’t get a simple power seat! I have back issues and need the extra adjustments.
The blind spot monitoring system is good until you want to put a flatbed on your truck. Error messages for days. Ram needs to extend a hand to aftermarket outfitters so all this technology, cameras, blind spot sensors, and the like work on the utility and tradesman bodies that so many people require on their pick-ups. The big three make it impossible to retrofit these things onto a customized truck. Not everyone can use the factory bed.
Thanks JB I was wondering if you had the VIN # for the vehicle you reviewed? I have a 2020 ram 2500 tradesman crew 4x4 gas and want to upgrade with some of the options that the truck you reviewed has, The dealers cant find part #s for the exact parts I am looking for so if I can get them a vin with the options they say they can get them ordered Thanks
Great looking truck. I wish ram would do something different with the tow mirrors. Seems like if they are in the “normal” position they aren’t great. That’s why so many people drive around with them flipped up towing imaginary trailers. Lol.
😂😂😂😂 You had to go there didn’t you! I use to make fun of guys with them up while not towing and now I understand why they always had them up 🤦🏾♂️! Hope you guys are feeling better 👍🏾
I know this is an older video to comment on but it's sad to see that only 2 years ago for the 2020 the chrome appearance group gave you ghe LED fog lamps and the towing tech package gave you the LED head lights and tail lights but now both those packages which cost more don't come with those options. I hate what manufacturers are doing. Not to mention the starting price is 10k more.
Nice Ram review JB. I like that dark gray color. Not sure about all that chrome but, the chrome doesn't look to bad with the dark gray paint. Nice to see you back and how is the 5th wheel remodel going?
Thanks Rich! The chrome would look better against a lighter color for sure but the Gray works well too! The entire remodel will be done Friday but I’m a few videos behind lol!
Bought the 2020 2500 but didnt have the 8.4 inch screen. Was gonna cost a lot but I guess will have to do after market. Dont know why they put the small screens in instead of the nicer ones. I asked the dealer but they wouldnt budge on the cost.
I think this is the exact set up I want. Will be getting an 11,200 GVWR Grand Design Reflection 315 RLTS next year, so probably the 2021 Tradesman with the same package. Hopefully it will still be under 50k MSRP. What's your feeling on suspension kits like Timbren?
You may regret not getting it honestly. I prefer the shorter bed but at times would like the extra space especially if you plan on towing a fifth wheel or gooseneck trailer
@@JB_WhoWork I’m hedging my bets more or less and rather have a little more than not enough. I learned a hard lesson on trusting a 5th wheel dealer, especially car salesman’s. But your right.
Wassup bro!?!?!? I still need to do a vid on that trail boss, hang tight for it. You can tow up to 13k since pin weight will limit you. You are right about all the fluff though! Thanks for sharing 👍🏾
Question, because I’m getting a lot of conflicting info on this.. Did ram stop allowing led headlights on tradesman? People are telling me ram only did it for 2019 and that’s it.
This is correct I think when I did this review I pulled keys to a 2019 instead of a 2020. I’m not sure why they discontinued the LED light package on the Tradesman but still available on Big Horn. Thanks for catching this 👍🏾
JB Reviews well that stinks. I’m a tradesman guy through and through. I guess for 2021 I’ll have to buy a higher trim. 1st world problems.. Thanks again!!
That’s tough! You can’t go wrong with either but that 7.3L has me intrigued. I would like to see in 3 years how well they hold up with the new 10 speed. If I were choosing, I would probably wait to see what Ford does with the redesign but that’s only because The interior looks dated compared to the RAM.
Thanks for the review. Looking at a 2500 for next year. I'm looking at Grand Design 295RL fifth wheel that is 9-10k pounds and 1400 payload. The 2500 diesel payload could be only 1800 if you get a loaded up model and add people/stuff and you could be over. The Hemi saves you $10k and gains you 1,000 pounds of payload. So do you buy payload or torque?
The Grand Design is a great brand and their smaller fifth wheels are awesome! I would get payload over TQ any day and if you want both, go 1 ton! Great Question 👍🏾
For me, towing just under 10,000 lbs, the 2500 with the 6.4 Hemi is the way to go. Diesel will give more power & mpg boost, but I won't miss the DEF, more expensive oil changes, fuel filters, and most importantly, loss in payload! Nice truck.
Man you sold me on getting a gas truck next 😂😂😂
Just completed first real trip towing my fifth wheel Grand Design 337 RLS. Trailer loaded is 11,500#. Truck is 2018 Ram 3500, 4:10 rear, 6.4l Hemi, 4 x 4, 8' bed, 6sp. I held between 65 and 70 mph and stayed between 2500 and 3000 rpm. Truck tows surprisingly well. I had a Cummins 2500 before and am very pleased with the performance of the Hemi.
We picked up a new 2020 2500 Tradesman back in May (2020). I dumped the stock tires for a set of Falken Wildpeaks A/T3W All-Terrains as the stock tires weren't cutting it for our winters here in Northern NY. Wife and I took a trip from NY to Calif and back in March 2021. Picked up a rental RV trailer in Utah to tow around UT/NV/CA. Truck handled nicely in the snows of Northern Calif, as well as the sand and salt flats of the southern Mojave. Highest rev's were climbing up the hills oh Hwy 395 around Mammoth Mtn Resort, and a stretch of I-15 that cuts through the NW corner of Arizona trying to maintain speed. Only thing I wish Ram would do, include the center cargo high mount camera with the towing prep group. Seems silly to have the truck all setup to mount either a 5th wheel or gooseneck hitch and wiring harness hookups (both 4 & 7 pin in the bed), and not have the cargo camera included in the prep. Truck does have a lot of getup and go. It will fishtail because the rear is very light. Traction control and limited slip will cause it to do burnouts at intersections that require sharp turns followed by quick acceleration.
Love this guy, no stupid intro, right to the point, not trying to be a dousch.
Get in get out lol! I may have a intro coming soon though 🙃
Just bought 2020 Cummins engine w/Ram box. In the 6 months since owning, the truck is a beast & has paid for itself towing a dump trailer and excavator 14k+ lbs. Love the interior vs Ford F-250 xlt, backup camera great for trailers. Cons goes through DEF fluid every 1200 miles, Ram box is janky, the bed is tough to get in an out of, sometimes when shift in park the “p” mode blinks and you have reshift into park?? The child window locks don’t work, annoying if you have little ones. Ultimately, the pros outweigh the cons and gets the job done! 4wd has saved me quite a few occasions working in mud and in the mountains.
I just bought the 2020 3500 4x4 with the HO Cummins. Interior is bare bone but wow what a fun truck to drive. I traded in a 2014 Laramie 3500 4x4. The 2014 was all luxury and with ok power, the 2020 is all power with very little luxury at MSRP $57,257 but I paid less than that on July 29th. Some dealerships are hurting and it’s at the end of the year with 2021 stock coming in late August and September.
May be the best 6.4 hemi 2500 review on youtube, can't wait to pick my tradesman 2500 6.4 3.73 2021 in demon red tomorrow going to be my first 3/4 ton and I just feel like for the negligible price and mpg difference a well equipped 2500 tradesman is the way to go
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Nice review, I have a 2018 RAM 3500 Laramie with the 6.4 Hemi and 4.10 gears. Towing capacity of 15600 and 3750 payload. I love it! I have towed a 16 foot dump trailer loaded down with split firewood and it towed it with ease.
Your truck is a tough find. Did you order it that way? Yea I bet with the 4.10 it pulls strong, thanks for sharing 👍🏾
Yeah, I ordered it that way. The dealer said they had so many people trying to buy it before I got down to get it. It is the same color as the one you tested, except I ordered it with the sport package. So it has 20 inch black wheels and everything is blacked out. I hate chrome.
John Hillen yea that truck doesn’t come in stock much! I’m with you on the chrome, not a fan!
How does that 3500 ride unloaded without a trailer and what kind if fuel mileage? I am also looking to order my next truck from a 1500. I notice a minimal difference in price between the 2500 and 3500 base price. I'm seriously considering the 3500 4x4 over the 2500 at this point.
@@michaelconnolly6519 It rides good for a 3500. Lol It doesn't ride like a Cadillac, but on the highway it is smooth. However, if you hit a bump it will let you know it. As for gas mileage, on the highway not towing or hauling. I get 17 to 18 mpg. I towed my dump trailer (total weight 9000 lbs) and I was getting 12 mpg.
Thanks for showing us the towing chart. I never really thought to access that, I just assumed the numbers they gave me and went with it. Very helpful.
If i were to get a diesel it would be in an f450/ram 4500. The dual rear wheels, wide track front axle, commercial wheels, and commercial tires all bring out what a diesel is going to be meant for
I’m a Ford guy and also have been but Ford must think all their customers make six figure salaries. I really want and F250 with that 7.3 gas but man Ford is proud of those and you get way more truck with Dodge for the price.
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Throw some running boards, the 4:10 rear end
and a bed liner and it’d be a perfect truck. I have a Tradesman CCSB CTD and love it
I got the same one but white. Same options. I call it "a loaded tradesman" lol. Love it!
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just built a 2022 on ram website, off road pkg, tow pkg, level 2 pkg it’s now over 60k!
Great video man, this was exactly what I was looking for.
Glad it was helpful 😀👍🏾
Yup. I bought one. Just wish it had the towing tech but other than that it’s great bang for the 💵
I went with a Ford super duty STX CCLB over Chevy and Ram. The full rear bench with the support underneath in the ram was a non starter. The dial shifter and push button start were another turn off. Each of the big three have their advantages but I felt the Ford was the best overall value for my needs. I especially love the huge 48 gallon fuel tank.
43 gallons? You know how much weight that is with a full tank right?
@Maybe if gasoline weighs 6.3 lbs per gallon and the fuel tank holds 48 gallons that would be 302.4 lbs. How is that a problem? That weight doesn’t come out of the payload and the fuel tank has baffles to keep the fuel from sloshing around. I’m trying to understand what you are getting at.
@@dentalnovember bringing down fuel economy
I don’t worry about fuel economy, that’s why I have a Corolla. This truck gets a solid 12 MPG regardless of how I drive it. Towing the boat the mileage is the same. It drops to 9 MPG with a 35’ TT but no matter how soft I drive in my area it is always 12 on average. I got 14 once driving in Florida for a week where everything is flat but that was the only time my mileage improved. The extra fuel has zero bearing on the fuel economy, any more than some payload or passengers would. In fact, the big tank is awesome when towing because I don’t have to stop for fuel very often with a big trailer hooked up.
Lots of power in the Hemi, even the 5.7 in previous Heavy Duty trucks was strong enough for the 2500 if it was used for towing under 12,000 lbs. You forgot about that thing about sharing remember!
I never had a chance to drive the 5.7 but it has guts in the 1/2 tons. Refresh my memory lol!
@@JB_WhoWork Tell people to share with others on social media.
Stephen Bradley thanks for this!
I Loved you’re video and how well spoken you were. Most people who have reviewed this truck they kinda just down talk the tradesman. But the thing is most people just don’t need the king ranch or a larmine pickup. Folks need to quit trying compete with there neighbors and stuff💯💯
Thanks and I love the tradesman! You have the most payload, less things to fail, and pricing is in your favor at resale 👍🏾
Man, I’m not a Ram guy but it’s hard not think this the best truck to get in 2021. I was looking at a Tundra but it’s SO outdated. And the Chevy is lack luster and idk about the 6.6L yet. It’s too new for me to try it. And I won’t do another ford. Lol. But even the base tradesman for 2021 is really nice. Especially if you can get it with that infotainment upgrade. I think a Ram Tradesman 2500 6.4 is in my future. Just gotta sell the wife first. Lol
Later in the year that will be 8-10k off which is a great deal for all that offers. Love that color! It’s probably my day even though I have silver. Also liked that you went a little more in depth on the infotainment system.
Yup! There is a lot of 2019’s still on the ground 👀... I will start doing more sense the 2020’s are kind of the same as 19’s. Thanks for sharing!
That’s a dark grey, far from silver
Ready to buy a new ram 2500 thanks for the push 😂 currently been driving a Nissan Titan Xd with the Cummins and for me the largest downfall of a diesel is the cost of repairs and availability of parts specifically for the Titan Any repair is $1000s
Heck yeah bro! Love the cameras too!
Yup they are pretty nice!
I’d be all over this. Way more options than the Chevrolet 2500 HD Custom.
Plus the interior makes it feel worth the price. The Chevy interior makes me feel like I’m paying too much for the truck
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!!!RAM . THERE IS NOTHING BETTER !!!!!
great review, I highly recommend this truck, I have the 2019 big horn version, same engine and 3.73 rear. It pulls great, on flat ground from a stand still I don't notice my trailer is back there until about 30 Mph.
💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾 How much are you pulling? Thanks for sharing!
@@JB_WhoWork the Reflection 290BH 8-10K LBs, so not too much. But I like my vehicle to be a little overkill for safety.
From what I see the 6.4 gets 12-13 mpg. I got that with my 2001 5.9 gasser
You can get a leveling kit and just put some 33s on there and it would look really good like that. I like that color for the tradesman typically your work trucks are all white and have been in the past. It's good to see they're finally coming around with different colors for that plain truck.
Has 33s on from factory, with a level you can run 35s or 37s
@@Hugh_Jarsole 35’s look perfect and ride very nice. 37’s are a bit much if you never really do anything besides drive on pavement
Mike Hunt @ 7:16 Classic!
I custom built one on the Ram website and I like the blue better than the black
The one thing I wish they would put in a 2500 is the platform under the rear seat that folds out and makes a big flat surface in the back. I use that a lot in my 1500 and I will miss that when I get a 2500.
You can still get it, just move up to a Big Horn.
JB Reviews I was literally just watching the video on the big horn and I saw it!! Thanks! Great vids!!
Great video, love the 2500. You know your stuff and would be perfect to take along when I go to purchase my truck. Cheers 🇨🇦
Thank You 👍🏾
super excited about this truck...I like the option of a 50 gallon fuel tank on long bed....I just wonder if the big screen allows you to change colors in the settings...
Yes sir! And I’m sure it’s possible but I did not check for it...
That would be perfect for me for towing my 22’ trailer, but, they force me to go to a bighorn because you can’t get a simple power seat! I have back issues and need the extra adjustments.
My only complaint about the tradesman and some of the lower end big horns is the rear seat is not a 60/40 split
Also spend the $45 at the dealer after the purchase for the soft open tailgate damping shock
The blind spot monitoring system is good until you want to put a flatbed on your truck. Error messages for days. Ram needs to extend a hand to aftermarket outfitters so all this technology, cameras, blind spot sensors, and the like work on the utility and tradesman bodies that so many people require on their pick-ups. The big three make it impossible to retrofit these things onto a customized truck. Not everyone can use the factory bed.
This is good info, thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the review, that dashboard is gorgeous
No problem, thanks for watching Dee 👍🏾
Awe man! That's my dealer! Tate! Nice Review.
Thanks!
Awesome review brah! 💯
POI PWR thanks bro!
Thanks JB I was wondering if you had the VIN # for the vehicle you reviewed? I have a 2020 ram 2500 tradesman crew 4x4 gas and want to upgrade with some of the options that the truck you reviewed has, The dealers cant find part #s for the exact parts I am looking for so if I can get them a vin with the options they say they can get them ordered Thanks
Looks great and that price is really good. I would get different options because I have no desire to tow with it.
Great looking truck. I wish ram would do something different with the tow mirrors. Seems like if they are in the “normal” position they aren’t great. That’s why so many people drive around with them flipped up towing imaginary trailers. Lol.
😂😂😂😂 You had to go there didn’t you! I use to make fun of guys with them up while not towing and now I understand why they always had them up 🤦🏾♂️! Hope you guys are feeling better 👍🏾
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I just say they are towing invisible trailers. Lol. We are all back to normal. Thanks
Just bought a very similar truck to pull a 10k 5th wheel. Plenty of truck for the job.
you favorite rear end for the tradesman for towing a 8000 lb camper?
3.73 would do the that no problem 👍🏾
Don't hate on the front end chrome look. 🤨
However....
You CAN hate on the factory wheels though..... 😀
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Love the truck. Just would go with olive green. I can’t seem to find the option for LED headlights on tradesman. Is this a 19?
This was a 19, I think I pulled the keys thinking it was a 2020 based off of where it was located
Love the power wagons , but need to tow with it. I will be getting something like this.
Love the color.
I know this is an older video to comment on but it's sad to see that only 2 years ago for the 2020 the chrome appearance group gave you ghe LED fog lamps and the towing tech package gave you the LED head lights and tail lights but now both those packages which cost more don't come with those options. I hate what manufacturers are doing. Not to mention the starting price is 10k more.
Yea it sucks and whoever bought this truck made out 👍🏾
@@JB_WhoWork You are right about that!!
Can you get lockers from the dealer on that model
Nice Ram review JB. I like that dark gray color. Not sure about all that chrome but, the chrome doesn't look to bad with the dark gray paint. Nice to see you back and how is the 5th wheel remodel going?
Thanks Rich! The chrome would look better against a lighter color for sure but the Gray works well too! The entire remodel will be done Friday but I’m a few videos behind lol!
Bought the 2020 2500 but didnt have the 8.4 inch screen. Was gonna cost a lot but I guess will have to do after market. Dont know why they put the small screens in instead of the nicer ones. I asked the dealer but they wouldnt budge on the cost.
damn ive been looking at the bighorn for a couple months now but for a 20thousand dollar difference i think I'll take the tradesman and buy at jetski
Great job JB!!!!
Thanks bro!
I think this is the exact set up I want. Will be getting an 11,200 GVWR Grand Design Reflection 315 RLTS next year, so probably the 2021 Tradesman with the same package. Hopefully it will still be under 50k MSRP. What's your feeling on suspension kits like Timbren?
I don’t have any experience unfortunately but Timbren bags are some of the best on the market however they are $$$
Waiting for the Allison. Tfl reported they may go to that or the z f. If they go to Allison you should have the best truck available.
You aren’t lying about that! I’m hoping I have at least 3 years before they release so I can save for it!
Great review. I am looking at a 2020 - 2500 with Cummins. Are there problems with the trans on the Cummins?
Not at all. They did some updates for 2019 so it’s smoother and more refined. Thanks 👍🏾
Great video! Thanks!
Thanks for watching!
What's the payload cap?
Very sharp color. Love the truck. I’m wanting the 8ft bed I believe. Probably will regret it later??
You may regret not getting it honestly. I prefer the shorter bed but at times would like the extra space especially if you plan on towing a fifth wheel or gooseneck trailer
@@JB_WhoWork I’m hedging my bets more or less and rather have a little more than not enough. I learned a hard lesson on trusting a 5th wheel dealer, especially car salesman’s. But your right.
I heard they are going to switch to Alison transmission? Is that true?
Tradesmen are a good truck I have a 17 2500 hd 6.4 gas.
How reliable has it been? Currently looking at one
The less electronic stuff the lighter the truck. What's the max 5th wheel it can pull?You missed the little led light under the mirror?
Wassup bro!?!?!? I still need to do a vid on that trail boss, hang tight for it. You can tow up to 13k since pin weight will limit you. You are right about all the fluff though! Thanks for sharing 👍🏾
@@JB_WhoWork Keep up with the Rams my wife said we might just get one of those instead!!!
Cruz Mascorro 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾
Have you noticed a “growling” or “rumbling” noise when the MDS or eco mode kicks in?
I didn’t listen for it but next time I drive one I will
Whiskey Green I’ve heard it on mine, the one thing I think I could do without is the eco mode, how much gas could it really be saving
Why do I see so many ram Tradesmen missing the hub caps on lots, even on online advertising pics??
Some dealers are too lazy to PDI the trucks as soon as they hit the lots
Have they fixed the lifter problems in these trucks yet?
Didn’t know the lifters were having issues...
@@JB_WhoWork yeah man they are eating up cams
Love that truck! But need the 5th wheel package.
Nice truck indeed brother
What’s up bro!?!?!? It’s been awhile, hope all is well!
I'd like to see ford 6.2 crew cab 10 speed auto
The mechanical 4wd shifter is the way to go the electronic ones do nothing
I’ve been thru every package on the build site. How do you get the LED headlights and fogs on the tradesman?
Sorry man but for the 2020 you can’t anymore...
JB Reviews what about 2021?
Not sure yet, haven’t seen a build sheet for one
Question, because I’m getting a lot of conflicting info on this..
Did ram stop allowing led headlights on tradesman? People are telling me ram only did it for 2019 and that’s it.
This is correct I think when I did this review I pulled keys to a 2019 instead of a 2020. I’m not sure why they discontinued the LED light package on the Tradesman but still available on Big Horn. Thanks for catching this 👍🏾
JB Reviews well that stinks. I’m a tradesman guy through and through. I guess for 2021 I’ll have to buy a higher trim.
1st world problems..
Thanks again!!
I don’t tow anything , I just want a big truck is this a good option or the ford 250
That’s tough! You can’t go wrong with either but that 7.3L has me intrigued. I would like to see in 3 years how well they hold up with the new 10 speed. If I were choosing, I would probably wait to see what Ford does with the redesign but that’s only because The interior looks dated compared to the RAM.
I really like that color. Thinking about trade in my 2016 sliverado for something like that😁
Do it!!!!
I got mine in Kansa City for $39,750. WOW
Not bad!
Oh boss man. How’s the remodel going
Because you asked, the trailer will be done by Friday! Only issue is I’m still posting to you guys about the mid bunk 😂😂😂
Ill be getting this exact truck in houston next month for 40k
I cant wait, coming out of an 18 rebel, which i have really enjoyed, but i need the towing power with my business
im looking at buying that exact truck but with the diesel
😅 Mike Hunt??! 😂
Why is your tire pressure at 80 not 60 or 65?
Most dealers air it up to max pressure and when I tow I air it up to max psi
Thanks for the review. Looking at a 2500 for next year. I'm looking at Grand Design 295RL fifth wheel that is 9-10k pounds and 1400 payload. The 2500 diesel payload could be only 1800 if you get a loaded up model and add people/stuff and you could be over. The Hemi saves you $10k and gains you 1,000 pounds of payload. So do you buy payload or torque?
The Grand Design is a great brand and their smaller fifth wheels are awesome! I would get payload over TQ any day and if you want both, go 1 ton! Great Question 👍🏾
Where you been bro Missing the content
Thanks man! Traveling for work but hopefully can push out some good videos this week!
JB Reviews Good deal
Oh lord again please buy me a Tradesman
Imagine if it had the 410 gears in the rear.... Be burnin those tires
Lol pretty much did without it lol, only gets worse 😂
Where’d you get your fog lights ?
They are factory.
JB Reviews I’m looking for those exact ones 😕
I’m sure they sell them at the dealer. The 2019 1500’s have the exact fog light setup!
You finally got away from criswell smart man
What’s wrong with Criswell?
you don't provide the time to 60
What’s the mpg look like
I will do a test soon! Just want to go back to my normal spot.
I've got a 2019 hemi on 37s, getting 9mpg
maddrummerboy 81 I bet it looks amazing though!!!
2020 short bed gettin 12 empty
@@JB_WhoWork yes sir, 4.5 readylift.
My father n laws 2020 lariat Ford doesn’t even have led headlights
Ram doesn’t offer this option on tradesman anymore...
@@JB_WhoWork really? That’s a 5th gen
Unfortunately...
led lights suck!!
Ugh can't believe they're going to that ridiculous knob shift on heavy duties
#savetheheavyduties
It’s growing on me but I hope they don’t use it in the diesels ever...
8 speed trans is far superior to the crappy problematic 68re. I have no issue with the dial it cleans up the inside look of the truck.
Black bumpers look way better...hate chrome
Yea and the black grill/bumpers look the best on a black truck too!
Delmonico Red is a better color