The Rumors Are True Regarding The 5th Gen 2025 RAM HD's...
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- This is an update on the 2025 RAM HD's which confirm some of the rumors on the upcoming redesigned truck. || Like || Subscribe || Share || #2025ramhd #cummins
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Get rid of all the bells and whistles they force on us to raise the price and get back to a simple, efficient truck. I don't need all the high-tech crap in a 3/4 or 1 ton truck. I need a simple truck that is reliable and won't have plastic breaking off or electronics going haywire.
Buy a tradesman
I agree 🙏
You hit the nail on the head. I’ve been saying this exact same thing. Ram has really shit the bed by not updating their transmissions, engine, cab and payload. Yet they’ve jacked up their prices over all other trucks. Why would I buy 2013 technology and styling when I can get a new Ford or Chevy with all new engines and cabs especially since those brands have really updated their interiors. These facts probably explain why I recently bought a new Ford 3500 srw with the 7.3 over the 6.4 Ram. I just got tired of waiting for Ram to get off their asses to update their trucks.
This is exactly what I did. Got a more recently updated truck ('24 F350 7.3) with more tech, more payload, more power, more features, a bigger gas tank, more comfortable massaging seats, a better paint job, for LESS MONEY than what Ram is trying to charge.
I might have been able to get a slightly better deal at a Ram dealer cause they're getting desperate but the thing is, I'm not that desperate. $3500 off a brand new F350 Platinum and top-end market value for my trade worked for me.
What do they need to update with their engines? Cummins is king. Transmission? They’re both perfectly fine.
I agree I’ve been a Cummins owner since the early 90s and this is the last time I will ever own a ram hd
@@wyo_garage20 Ram is stuck on six speed while GM and Ford have had 10 speed transmissions on their HD diesels for years. And now all GM and Ford trucks, diesel and gas, have a 10 speed transmission.
@@AlaskaErik And? What’s your point? GM and Ford came out with the 10 speed in 2020. Because it’s a joint design. And they are having constant issues. When’s the last time I heard of a 6 speed Aisin failure? Hmm….give me a bit…..still thinking……nope. Well, maybe check in next week but that’s a tall task.
Point is, the Aisin has MINIMAL failures. And the 68RFE does very well as well, absolutely perfect text point gear ratios. It’s great
Why are you worried about the cab? it’s it’s super ergonomic and most comfortable cab I’ve ever been in. It hasn’t had too much trouble with rusting and they have a beautiful interior. If it’s not broken don’t fix it. And a 32 gallon can get you over 600 miles per tank if you are getting close to 20 mpg which most these Cummins can do unloaded.
Because it’s the same cab since 2010. It’s time to update to more space.
The hump in the passenger floor pan isn’t comfortable for taller people
And the middle seat is indented 4 inches. Ford and Chevy's backseats are better
It's the back seat that is the issue. They are smaller than the other brands in the second row.
😂 we get it. You love ram, you talk about ram in friend/family gathering, tell your kids to only buy ram. Hell if you can you would marry ram. Sorry but back seat really really sucks.
You pointed out one the biggest problems with the Ram 3/4 ton...it only comes in a 10,000 lb GVWR version on their regular HD trucks. GM has a 10,000 lb version and three other versions going up to 11,750 lbs. That translates directly into more payload capacity. Even my Silverado 1500 has has a payload capacity of 1910 lbs. So that low GVWR is one of two automatic deal breakers. The other one is the lack of Auto 4WD. I spend six months a year in winter weather conditions. I've had GM Auto 4WD trucks for over 23 years now and I can't imagine ever owning another truck without it. If I were to buy a 3/4 ton truck today it would have to be a GM because that's the only one available with Auto 4WD in the 3/4 ton and one ton market segment.
My 22 Ram 2500 6.7L is a 10K, and a sad ON PAPER payload. It's that way for insurance/licensing reasons for the average person. My truck has had plenty more than the rated weight in the bed with no issues. Never even been looked at twice by the cops or anything.
@TheElderOne2003
Why don't all states just plate them like commercial. Buy what you need.
F350 Gas - Plated 26000 (+$175) 14000 equipment trailer.
Ram 1500 - Plated 8000 (+$23)
Trailers to 10000 exempt from GVW
Most half tons have a low GVWR for CAFE reasons. They have to do the MPG test with all equipment with a 25% take rate + 1/2 max payload.
Alot of people care about the Hemi V8 engines too in these Ram pick up trucks !! But with there Stupid,
decisions by Stellantis by cutting off there Hemi V8 engines nobody Will be caring about these Ram trucks anymore !! Plus they are a way to overprice ,and the New Hurricane 6CYI engines are having major problems with head gasket problems, oil pressure problems, and problems with the camshafts !! And plus have problems with the crankshaft Snapping in half !! So this company under the european Stellantis control they are in serious trouble now !!🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️👎👎
Yep, that's what happens when you turn the reigns over to European globalists. Love my Ram trucks but they are in serious trouble.
I've been a ram guy since 06, not anymore, looking at duramax and that 10 speed!
I'm really happy with my 2016. Wont be trading it. They're stupid crazy about the price on new stuff. Unaffordable by average working people.
Repo guys are busier than ever before. 😆 🤣
Ford and Chevy are just as overpriced. Plastic Trucks for $100k+
Don’t believe payload numbers. My ford claims 4,400 and I put 2,500 in it and it’s squatting bad and on the overload springs.
Just put some timbrens/sumo springs/air bags on it. Manufacturers practically expect you to do that.
@@SliderFury1 agreed. Payloads are bullcrap anyways. It’s all just legality stuff. The numbers don’t actually mean anything.
@@br4041, you’re brain dead if you think none of the numbers mean anything.
Well, you just answered your own observation when you said Ford... Jus kiddin. I have about 1700 LB's in the back of mine with very little on a 3,000 lb Ram/Hemi payload.
Air bags...squat is never an issue.
At almost MediScare age and having owned only Chrysler products, looks like I'm gonna become a FoMoCo F550 purchaser!!!
Holding off on a major cab change is cost effective for both, the manufacturer, and consumers that are not 'chasing' the newest gadgets/ styling. They are able use the same parts across more years...both, production lines and repairs on sold units. For guys like me (I keep vehicles 10-20+ years) this is fantastic, as parts are more readily available, should something wear out/ break. Toyota and Honda have been doing this for years. It improves long term reliability...and that's what sells vehicles.
We have a 22’ Ram 3500 Dually, and move large campers and tiny homes. 15,18,22,25k lbs.
roughly 70,000 miles with 18 months of ownership.
Full Banks engineering bolt ons, plus aftermarket wheels w/all terrain 16ply tires (best money spent)
0 issues
Have been through snow, -25 to 115 degrees, mud, sand, mountains, you name it.
Towed a semi trailer out also
Highly recommended
You make many solid points. I take exception with saying the bed is too small on a shortbed RAM. You always have the option of a long bed unless you choose MegaCab. Lots of people use their trucks for trailer duty, 6'4" is plenty for that. Remember, short is short. Get a long bed if that isn't enough.
I’d have to disagree. I find myself jealous of the couple inches the gm and ford hd beds have on my 2500.. but I do not want a bed that’s almost 2’ longer. I often load my bed to the gills and my coworker has a 1500 with the exact same bed. The fords and gms standard bed size reflects the HD when comparing to their half ton counterparts.
If that trailer is a fifth wheel or gooseneck, the 6'4" isn't enough.
I do gooseneck. My short bed is long enough.
@@interpinto It depends on the trailer. I tow 2 goosenecks. One is fine, and one needs lots of care to keep it from contacting the truck.
Honestly I got too close once. Solution for me was a Shocker +9. Now it’s clear. GenY has a truck mounted attachment that moves the ball back ~6” too.
I still love my 2021 HD. It has 41k now and has towed heavy and light, and it just doesn't care what I pull.....The thing just works.....I actually think it runs best When towing.
Ram interior is the best in the business, Ford & GM mad a big step in the right direction but Ram still has the nicest and best put together interior, no panel gaps and leather everywhere.
Nah.. F450 Limited top notch, its leather & suede roof liner is more supple. Cabin much bigger & roomy, leg room better, visibility, screen displays... I've driven all 3.. 2024 models.. and at 6'8" only Ford's provides the comfort and layout.
@@dougcjohn I have a 24 Platinum. I sold a 14 ram Limited. I can say from personal experience Ram build quilty on the interior is better. Talking about panel gaps, fit and finish. 24 f350 platinum and limited still have to much plastic on the dash and if you look closely you will see gaps, you won't see that on the Rams. Plus the Rams are covered in leather were the Fords are not. I like my Platinum and just have to except the fact that it is not put together as well as my old 14 Ram Limited.
@@1smokan I can understand your expressions… and appreciate your success with Ram…. Wish ya nothing but reliable success… at these prices they all need to be the Best in Our Purchase Satisfaction. Although I disagree; My observations have viewed Rams as pretty on “surface", bad stitching, poor lamination of wood / carbon, leather seats tearing with wear, and inferior plastics & mounts behind all the fancy trim. I’m coming from a GM & Mopar history… long time Jeeper… full option Grand Cherokee Overland 5.7 Hemi and Ram diesel Limited 3500 Dually. The seats are narrower and leather doesn’t compare to Ford’s.. all my Mopar leather wore out within 5-7 yrs, not Fords. More rattles in Ram Cabs, and more electronic failures in dash components. I’d agree, Ford doesn’t have the visual "fancy" image in cab… but they wear better longer, have a more functional interior look & operation and as mentioned previously, way more comfortable & quiet. If you trade often, these aren’t issues… but if longevity is applied, goes to Ford and that in my opinion better quality.
Although I will agree, visual to the eye the Ram has an edge at first. The Sexy Hips on Dually, but I now prefer the more muscular hips on F450 Limited, larger door entry and better ergonomic positioned controls and wider more comfortable leather seats of Ford. I’ve had my new ‘24 F450 on order since Sept ‘23… looked at dozens of Ram Dually’s in lots, almost bought 3500 Dually Limited last month but just didn’t stack up to F450 Limited, so waited as many waited for Super Duties.
It all comes to a personal experience… and if you had some bad experience with your Fords… then I understand your viewpoint. I’ve had less success with Mopar products.
@@1smokan I can totally understand your viewpoint, looks like we both wonder on Brands. Although I disagree on quality. I’ve owned all 3 Brands, Ram 3500 Limited Diesel Dually, Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.7 Overland… both still in the driveway, and I’ve worked on all 3 Brands professionally years back, taught Automotive in a Community College and DIY in more recent years.
I’d agree with you on the “surface” the Ram visually looks nice.. similar to a GM, but the wood and leather lamination on the plastic trim is problematic & expensive to replace. The plastic frames and mounts for the fancy surface trim is more brittle, breaks easier and the dash components rattle much more. My Experience, Dash Electronics, Sensors and Climate Controls have a higher tendency to fail in the Mopars. The leather seats are narrower, similar to their buckets in the Cars, not a wide Truck seat. Mopar Leather is lower grade, no where close to the quality of the Ford Leather in durability, wear and stitching. Every Mopar Seat has ripped or sewing torn after 6-7 years… And Mopar discontinues the various color seat covers to replace… forcing 3rd Party matching. Seat’s Foam is way too firm when new then way to saggy when worn, foam breaks down fast, in contrast Ford’s Foam is softer when new and doesn’t break down as fast.
The Ford Interior is not as visually “surface” fancy, but I’ve found over the years that’s been beneficial in quality and durability. I’ve taken all three dashes apart, I don’t find the Ford loose or poorly built… and I feel it goes back together more complete using more screws than clips or pins as the Ram (and Jeep).
But it’s All based on personal opinion: The Seats wider, better support (for tall guy), a lot more comfortable and doorway opening is larger providing easier access. Dash layout is more functional and the use of knobs & screen for common controls is more duplicated. The ability to easily add additional electrical gear is much easier in Ford SD’s due to wiring harness layouts.
You have a F350 Platinum… The Limited has a full suede roof liner… speaking of roofs, the Full Length Sunroof beats the little Portal Window easily. The Visual of more leather doesn’t make it more quality, Those extra pieces of leather surface is glued to plastic. The Ram’s sexy hips of the Dually is great, but I’ve gotten to where I like the more muscular squared F450 hips. I ordered my ’24 F450 Limited in Sept ’23, it’s due in next week. While I was waiting, I looked at several Ram Limited Dually’s in lots… drove a few but decided to wait like so many others for the SD’s, despite the large inventory of 3500 Dually's, the features and function just didn’t compare to the F450 Limited… I’m looking forward to passing the Ram 3500 Dually down to Nephew… I’m sure he’ll think it’s the best.
It’s all personal… I feel the Ford Interior in design & function is better… others go with Ram or GM. Hope you enjoy the F350, they all cost too much nowadays to regret a purchase.
@dougcjohn nah, I'm a ford guy and the quality is shit but they're the same size anyways
JB, thanks for the updates! i have a '17 bighorn. 8' bed. she is paid for & i will keep it! all the fancy crap i don't need. bring us a truck with the payload. A/C & a smooth front end ride. & a big bed! with a kick butt trans. it will be the biggest seller!
2021 ram 2500 long bed limited had a opinion for a 50 gallon tank my son has it in his
I wasn't aware that trucks had an opinion.
My 22 ram 3500 long bed has the 50-gallon tank it's awesome!
I’ve owned ram and I own a ford now. Hands down the ford will way out pull the the ram.
U mean the ford is faster because smaller gear ratios and 10 speed transmission because u ain’t out pulling nothing
No it won’t. The Ram will out pull the ford, and outlast it to boot
I drive a 6.8 daily at work, ex cab long bed 4x4, no balls compared to the 6.4, it's just loud
@RyanJohnson-ft6qi 6.8 ford gas and ram 6.4 gas engines?
@@jacobsebastien3910 yup
Great video. After not seeing significant changes on the 2025 RAMs, I am considering getting a GMC truck. I had nothing but RAMs trucks for the last 15 years.
I went from my 22 Cummins to a 24 ltz. Truck has been great in Everyway. If it was totaled today I’d replace it with the same Chevy. Last 10 trucks were rams too.
If you get it with the air ride you won’t need to adjust the headlights or level the truck when towing or bed cargo!
Love my ‘18 Megacab Laramie with air ride and ram box ordered new at $56k !
That Ram symbol on the steering wheel detracts from the vehicle's good looks.
looks sweet to me
I saw a review on 2024 ranger xl with 1800 payload
thats insane.
Totally agree total redesigned cab is needed
Have a 2013 Ram 3500 mega cab. I tow a lot of goose neck (skid steers, mini ex etc) replaced the 68 with the Aisin after I burned up the first one but that’s my fault more than the truck as I’m tuned.
I wouldn’t give up my rig for one of the other two for anything. As far as a tow rig / work rig the truck is unbeatable. Maybe for you guys that just see trucks as a toy you need a new cab and see the old style as bad but it isn’t. It works really well.
4th gen best trucks ever built. I think a lot of guys burning up the 68rfe are towing without the trans being in tow/haul mode but you won't ever hear them talk about that. My brother has a 2018 and a 2021 model, burned up 68rfe on both trucks right before 100k and the guys that work for him weren't pulling in tow/haul
2016 Ram I just sold, 3500 srw, standard output had 149,000 mi. 68rfe mostly used for towing a 16,000# fiver. No problems so getting ready to buy another.
Probably the biggest issue with teh cab is the safety rating. It was terrible on the 4th gen 1500 for roll overs, and it has to support an extra 2,000 lbs. on the HD. Also the cab buckles in offset front crashes.
Feel you on all of it. They missed the boat. Am I embarrassed by my 2022 Limited Longhorn at this point? Idk. I do love it but Chevy and Ford just keep getting better.
I still love my Hemi 2500 Laramie...for my needs... It is the perfect tow beast. I'd miss the growl, but living in the mountains, I'd sure be interested in the Hurricane HO in one if simply for turbocharging at altitude... I'm watching and for my needs, I can wait till 27 for something totally new but for Ram, they sure are milking the past and may not be able to compete for the future.
Stellantis really does NOT seem to understand the US Market is what I think I'm seeing. And now that the RAM CEO is leaving after decades, I have to wonder. Did he get old and just tired of fighting them to stay relevant? Or did they coerce him out to get some young compliant Italian to run the place...into the ground...
You can see this in Jeeps AND Ram's. We won't even mention dodge. I understand they sold less than one hundred Fiats last month...
I bought a 2024 limited and miss my 2022 longhorn.
Embarrassed to be driving a two year old Limited Longhorn? First-world problems, indeed...
Agreed. Truly I’m not. And just for a little context, buddies at work are driving the new fords and Chevy, giving me shit. But actually, I bet at the end of the day I’ll probably have mine longer than they will.
By getting better do you mean the grilles keep getting more gaudy? Soon the view from the windshield will be behind the grille 😆
Keep stirring the pot. You're doing great! People just need to harden and be a bit tougher. Thank you for many, many great videos.
Ahhh, a Ram HD 3.75 generation... I love my 31 gallon fuel tank as it is just about right for my small bladder wife. Lots o stops, opportunities to fee the hubs on my trailer, eat more crap and see the gas stations of the world or at least the western United States. But I do love the 3000 lb payload... Bye Bye 6.4 Hemi.
The 6.4 hemi on the 2500 Rebel IS the one that gives you the 3000+ payload, the diesel doesn’t. Why do you want to say good bye to the better setup for that particular setup??
JB, do you know when 25's are going to hit the ground? Thank you
I love my MY23 Ram 2500 HD Rebel with 6.7 Cummins; it fits my needs and works for me. The interior is a big step up from the 1500 Silverado ZR2 I came from. I'm not so certain on the GVWR and load rating numbers on the stickers; I think it may be more of a DOT thing and less of an actual capability thing, but I don't plan on getting close to those numbers so it wasn't an issue for me.
For me, the crew cab and bed length size is perfect and it fits in my garage; that was a big factor in my deciding on my Ram over a GM or Ford. I had a Ford Super Duty Tremor on order but came across my Rebel HD at a great price, and went with that. The Ford Super Duty (or the GMC AT4X HD like you have which is probably my #1 overall choice) I would either have had to back in the garage or parked it outside in the hot Texas sun, which I'm not a fan of.
If you need more room in the cab, get the Mega Cab, and if you need more room in the truck bed, don't get those Ram boxes. I'm sure a new ZF trans and high output 6.7 Cummins will be enticing, but with the Bank's Monster Ram Air intake horn, cold air intake, and boost pipes, I wouldn't be interested in doing that again just to get a different trans.
Good video JB.
Appreciate the comments about the gas tank. This is a big deal just under normal driving conditions, but a huge factor when towing. I had a 2002 diesel Excursion and they came with a 44gal tank which was game changing back in the day.
So just a question JB, I’ve been watching your videos for a bit and can never make a decision on what would be the perfect HD truck for my work needs. I haul a gooseneck, drive about 300-500 miles per week 3-4 days a week. Hauling about 10-15k lbs each load, would just love your input on what you like more between the ram 3500 and ford f350. Not a dually
Love looking at the new rigs. But I just can’t let go of my ole 2nd gen 6 speed.
I have 2 2nd gens. I love them. I'll never sell them.
I’d be happy if they never went away from the 6 speed Aisin. It’s a workhorse with minimal issues, and works very hard and tows like a dream. I’m more worried about getting into gear than having the smoothest shifter out there. Folks complain about having a heavy duty drivetrain on a heavy duty truck.. maybe people are buying the wrong truck. And under a load it does shift quite nice. 81k miles on my 21 and it’s just getting started. I do think they got carried away with prices over the last couple years.
When I found this out too I was pretty disappointed. The truck from the A-Pillar back hasn't changed since 2010. The Crew Cab doesn't have near the room in the back like the Ford and GM crew cabs. Im going to an F450 when It shows up here in a couple weeks at this point for the price point of Ram there just aren't enough changes anymore for me and Ram is falling behind fairly quickly in the market now as well
Exactly. Ram has been on its 4th Generation since 2010. They’re falling further and further behind. Hopefully the true 5th Gen (new cab design) will come sooner than later.
Don’t need to fix what ain’t broke
@@haroldmccarty1333, its long been time for Ram to upgrade the HD cabs. They’re tiny.
As far as lights the after market has nice options such as rigid but I like throwing a little personalization on my vehicles also Banks has a nice intake with a patented exclusive replacement air sensor for their cold air intake on the new Duramax that actually works very well & does not affect warranty & gives a nice bump in torque it's worth looking at for a minute I never trusted cold air intakes but banks actually put diesels back in non commercial trucks back in the day their stuff works they do r&d like no other as I've recently learned
A Ram 2500 diesel is not the truck to buy if you plan on towing heavy. It hasn't been since they switched to rear coil spring suspension. You do get a much nicer unloaded ride compared to Ford or GM. The best option for a Ram 2500 if you plan to tow is to get the 6.4 Hemi. You gain almost 1000 lbs in payload from that alone. My 2020 Ram 2500 Longhorn with the 6.4 has 3047 lbs of payload. I tow an almost 10,000 lb 31' travel trailer all over the place, through the mountains, all over the east coast, with ease. Plenty of power and torque.
The Cummins in the best engine to tow with. You’re crazy if you think the 6.4 is better to tow with.
Ya the 6.4 hemi is the reason I switched to diesel lol it was a turd.
@@CatRichardBojangles He’s saying it’s better for the payload. If you get the 2500 with the diesel you’ll run out of payload a lot quicker than the gas. The Cummins will still out tow the 6.4 but you’ll just be over your payload numbers.
Your Fiat Ram will get lighter from rust out,Stellantis won’t change that
My 2024 gmc sierra slt 2500 diesel with every option possible has a payload of 3250lbs. My last truck was the 2022 gmc sierra 2500 with gas 6.6 and it had a payload of 3850lbs. Ram has fallen behind in terms of payload and they don’t care😂
Thanks for all the info I like my 3500 6.4 hemi, I was thinking of getting a Cummins.... I'll stay with what I have until a bigger change comes out
my 2022 2500 has a 50 gal tank as an option, I also ordered this truck so the upgrade was a lot less than adding the option after build
I agree width everything but the beds. The bed size is fine. But it’s to easier to find the ram box option on dealer lots ! It would also be awesome to see the barn door tailgate on the HD trucks. I tow boats without a fith wheel. That tailgate would make a lot easier to access the bed.
Definitely miss my 2019 JB
I replaced the crappy goodyear wranglers that came stock on my 2020 2500hd diesel after 12k miles, I went with the firestone XTs, got 45k to the miles out of them with room to spare towing my TT around the midwest. Damn good tires, I went to Kuhmo's as a replacement and they are wearing great, but the traction from the XTs without road noise just sells it. I will most likely go back to them when the time comes. I love your channel and keep being spot on with your information and reviews. Thank you.
I’ve owned ram and I own a ford now. Hands down the ford will way out pull the the ram. I put air bags on all my trucks so they don’t sag when u put a load on them
The last gen tundra had a 38gallon option… I have it and it’s amazing
I hope they have the Auto AWD on the new RAM 2500. Both Ford & GM have had Auto AWD on their 3/4 ton truck for many years. RAM needs to catch up on the transmission game.
Very good brother .
My 22 3500 drw longhorn limited h.o cclb 4.10 has the best interior ive seen. This truck tows our 21.5k fifthwheel fulltime home.
Totally agree about the headlights
I was in the market for another ram 3/4 Laramie after my 22 got totaled but I ended up getting a ram 1/2 ton limited with the 6ft bed. The new cabs on the 1/2 ton rams are amazing. I was really hoping that ram gave the hd trucks that cab. But as usual disappointed they didn’t
I’ve always been a ford guy. I bought a brand new ram 2500 diesel in 2022. I hated it so much I took a $12k hit on it and brought it back to the dealer 2 months later. I know people love them. Just not me.
The only change that I care about is making them cheaper. I can barely afford a Tradesman , so all the higher options are out of my preview.
Or Ram is smart and knows that Rebel HD buyers dont care about towing and payload, but certainly care more about having access to the Cummins and offroading credentials, all with a good riding truck that yes, comes at the expense of payload and towing.
Even better knews is you can get $12-$15K off of these trucks right now. So no, its not the new kid on the block but it does represent a solid case for itself. I dont care that it doesn't have a huge cab or a 3" longer bed. What I do care about as a guy that uses his truck for actual work: Good brakes, excellent exhaust braking, available factory rear air suspension, amazing towing confidence when loaded heavy(wonder why there are so many 3500s hot shotters?), and current tech. Them updating the transmission will be amazing to really to keep the CTD in the meat of its power without fall off associated with the Aisin(w/o a tune).
Spot on! I bought a Rebel and it wasn’t for the payload. I wanted a good off-road truck that has good towing capability. I love the Cummins as opposed to all this cylinder deactivation crap that plagues these Hemis and their lifters. If I can’t fit it in the bed….thats what trailers are for ✌🏼
I seen a long bed ram with a 50 gallon tank. I seen short beds too
I have loved the rams quality with the body lines and the way the door windows goes to the edge of the door skin. I like the flush look. But i purchase a 2023 chevy lt crew cab. 2.7l. I put air bag suspension. I have to say this thing is a beast for towing. I thouhgt i would never say that about a 4 cyldr engine . I buy project cars and flip them so muscle cars etc. This thing pulls them with no problems.
These HD trucks are still 4th Gen's which is just crazy. The 1500's got a complete new cab in 2019 which is 5" bigger and better in every way.
I still enjoy my 2004 Dodge ram quad cab 8 foot bed 4X4 can fit nearly 36 gallons in the tank
Stirring the pot = Click Bait ! But you’re a TH-camr so what else is new? Stellantis is bleeding cash quicker than a gutted pig ! They won’t be fixing anything on this platform!
That's always a danger with big corps. When it starts to look bleak, they start counting beans. Ask me about the wonderful transmission in old Jimmy's late 90's where they bean counters said, hey you can put a plastic part in and save a few cents per unit while the engineers said, excuse me? Beancounters won, the transmission's started crashing and burning at about 36K and they covered it up even the the interwebs told the world what a certain code meant in conjunctin with certain symptoms in the tranny. If you moved fast upon noticing it was only about 1500 to fix it, while if you went a bit further, it was a new transmission. We managed to off load that one during cash for clunkers as it just barely made it to the lot under its own power the requirement for trade in.
When the bean counters win, usually a brand loses. R and D, forward thinking and new technology is what wins... So many great products have been destroyed by bean counters running the place...
I would have expected a total redesign by now but I am more interested in what they do with the powertrain updates. 8 speed ZF sounds like a nice upgrade but we'll see. The Aisin AS69RC might still end up being the better choice for hardcore towing and hotshot trucking. By only offering one transmission it will be harder to please everybody from daily drivers to dedicated tow rigs.
I’ve broke my back window and damaged the roof twice on my 2022 3500 Megacab. A longer box/wheelbase would be my number one change.
I have a 2017 Ram Limited 3500 dually HO 6.7 crew cab, long bed. Really irritates me they put the small fuel tank in a truck like that, knowing that so many people buy the 3500 trucks will be towing trailers. Maybe it's because of GVWR already being 14k, maybe it's saving them a few hundred dollars on a truck they are making a lot of money on. This is my third Dodge/Ram truck in 25 years, I like the cummins engines and my trucks have been great, but some of their shortcuts are questionable.
You can get an extra fuel tank for them.
@@j.s.7366money well spent. I put a 52 gallon replacement in mine.
@@j.s.7366 - I looked at the 50+ gallon tank, have thought about it since I make long trips towing boat from NC to Florida keys a couple times a year. I just don't care for aftermarket parts to present problems, also the calibration issues some people have had installing the larger tanks. Would be nice to have almost double range. Thing is, the trucks are built to accept the larger tanks and don't cost that much to get the larger tank if truck is spec'd out.
My 2018 3500 came with two tanks - 74 gallons total (or close to it). I am pretty sure that was a factory option but I bought the truck used so I’m not 100%.
@@chrism2042$795 option on my 22, well worth it.
I disagree about the bed. If you are going to get a 6'10" then just get a 8'. Short is short, not long. And for the smaller cab, I find it to be the best size for our needs, not too large and not too small. I dont need a ton of leg room for passengers. They'll be fine. I think the current gen is a great size. If they could improve turning that would be a huge advantage.
My 24 has adaptive headlights. I'm not as familiar as you are with other model years but you're wrong...at least on the 24 Ford F350 Platinum Tremor...they have adaptive headlights that auto adjust when loaded. I've towed with Ram and the Ford and not even close the Ford is better in every single way than the Ram. Again...I only have experience with one Ford Diesel model and one model ofthe Ram 3500 so ymmv. Most of the rest of your opinion I agree with. I think the tern your looking for that has been coined in the grocery business is shrinkflation where you pay more for the same or less...lol
I honestly don’t mind the standard crew cab and slightly smaller 6 ft 4 in bed because it doesn’t make the truck super long, making it easier for the every day person to maneuver and park the the truck in a single parking spot
I've owned and towed with the 6.7 Cummins Ram and 6.7 Powerstroke and the Powerstroke tows much better in every aspect but the exhaust brake.
You’re viewing the green truck from your use case which is someone who tows. The off road user wants a truck with softer springs that flex better off road to maintain traction during articulation. The unfortunate thing is a person needing a truck for hauling can’t just assume it’s up to their needs due to it being a 3/4 ton class truck. The upside is for the right buyer it’s a great off roader.
My favorite is the 2007 3rd gen mega cab always will be
Love the color of the green Ram.
I loved my ram2021 2500 6.4 with on exception the brake system is spongy compared to my work f250. The trucks are very close in comparison also.
50 gal fuel tank on my 23' dually was a $50 option when building. My guess, dealer isn't ordering it on their lot trucks because it's another 18 gallons they have to fill when selling. But I also don't know who pays for that gas, so I could be wrong. I added it because why not, and the dealer gave me an extra $100 of fuel at that time for my $50 cost 😅
I have a video on my little channel where I was at 5/32 at 18,000 miles on the firestones
I went 18K on those transforces, finally got tired of them and put on KO2's. Those OEM tires are harder than rocks. Even KO2's have a softer better ride. I hated those Firestone AT Transforce tires. I just didn't bother to rotate em and ram em till I needed rears. As I drove out of the parking lot with the new tires, I was like, OK, much better.
I changed mine at 18k I'm running Revo3's now.
I went with them because my company pickup I ran a set just over 80k . And they got worked.. impressive. Bridgestone Revo 3
Why don’t they use the same cab they use on the 1500
I miss that 1500 rear room...and so do the big dogs....
It’s a mystery…
Still building the HD in Mexico. 1500 is built in USA. There were rumors of moving the HD line to the USA a couple years ago, that’s when the new HD redesign was supposed to happen. Now I’m thinking they might be waiting for next redesign of 1500 to consolidate both lines, maybe back in Mexico???
Because they would have to get rid of the Mega Cab. The cab on the 1500 is actually bigger than the Mega Cab so it would hurt overall sales.
What sucks is that I bought a one piece drive shaft that 5” diameter and the 60 gallon tank won’t fit because of that drive shaft and I can run a 1000 to 1200 miles at a time and it’s hard to make time when you have to buy fuel two to three fill ups on fuel and that cost a lot of time .
I'll never get how they can justify how expensive these trucks are. Why can't they make a simple work truck with a diesel, a manual transmission. for under 30k
They just don’t want too! It’ll only stop if we stop buying
Ram- build a HO 4500 with the option to get a mega cab long bed - great option for those who do HotShot driving and any other customer that wants that build. With that wide track front axle for the tight turning? I know years ago it was mentioned, but it never came to fruition. What a truck that would be. If it's too big for you; don't order one.
They almost made a truck kind of like this- it was based on the 5500 and it was called the Long Hauler. It had a fuel capacity of 170 gallons, which was one of its primary selling points. But they only made a concept truck and never put it into production 🥲
Been driving a 17 ram 3500 w/g56 for the last 130,000 miles and just got a new 5500 and after putting a couple thousand on the new 5500 I find myself going full lock on the 3500 wondering where the extra 360 degrees of turning went hahaha. It’s amazing!
50 Gallon fuel tank is a great thing! My 1986 Ford Bull Nose 4x4 is getting a 44 gallon swap from a 19 gallon ( rear tank) 44 gallon is from a 2005 Excursion! Looking in to see if I can Squeeze a 33 gallon tank for the main tank ( front) to replace the 19 gallon. 33 gallon tank is from an Expedition. 1200 to no higher than1500 RPM = 25 MPG !!! Also swap out the 4 speed to a 5 speed ZF ! a 6 speed would be great but the 33 gallon will not fit!
The romor is they come pre-wrecked?
Almost makes the payload on a Nissan Titan XD (crew cab, 6.5' bed) not seem so low, given comparable trims.
I like the current design/specs. I would order a 2024 3500 SRW right now, but for some reason you can not get the HO in a Regular cab 4x4 for the 2024 model. Only Regular cab RWD has HO option.
I need the shortest truck with the most power to get in and out of tight spots while pulling for my business.
Hopefully the 2025 version will be available with max towing/output in the Regular cab 4x4, else I will have to go with Ford.
I ordered a 22 dully. Was in the shop 13 times before 24,000 miles. Fuel pump, fuel regulator, multiple injectors, multiple dpf's long story short. lemon law and had to buy it back but still lost money on it.
I still hate the vertical screens. Guess growing up with a TV and not a cell phone stuck to my hand ruined me
I love my 2021 3500 Cummins Mega Cab Limited Longhorn. For you guys out there with the 10 speeds in their GM or Fords, what is your towing fuel mileage? I average 10-11 mpg towing a 43ft Fifth wheel. Going up hills here in CA I get 7-8mpg. From what I read even with the new 10 spds, the mpg is still in the 11mpg range. If that is true then what is wrong with the current trans that Ram is using in the HDs? Also just checked out my buddy's 2024 GMC Denali Duramax, that interior still does not have the quality feel, fit or finish as the Longhorn trims in Rams. Just my opinion. Just got home with the RV and love my truck even more, good drive, comfortable. I have the standard Cummins not the high output but had no issues keeping up with Rams and Ford heading up to Lake Tahoe.
Ford & GM just barely caught up cab wise recently with the new platinum Ford & ultimate GM & Ram was light years ahead of them as far as cab & interior as far as payload that's easily remedied with helper springs use the as needed take em off while ya don't for ride comfort which Ram had them both beat for a while thing is all of the big 3 are great & if not for Ram Ford & GM would never had stepped up as of now ya can't go wrong on any of the 3 I love them all for different reasons
This is great news for me... I still have no reason to replace my 2005 RAM 3500 dually G56 6sp truck (with only 161k miles). I think it's time for some compound turbos...
Ram has to fix the gas pedal location issue. They need to put more 6ft4 and 8ft beds on the dealer lots. I am also concerned about the 2 part frame. Can the frame carry a slide-in camper? I only want a mid-sized slide in but I don't want a dooley. My choice is a single wheel 3500, long bed with a hemi. If a new truck isn't available with the features I want I'll go south get a used one and have it overhauled. Even if I have to buy a Chevy and put a Hemi in it.
I have a northern lite 9-6 (mid sized) and have upgraded to a 5500 after I had two wheel stud (or wheel) failures over the last couple years. The first one I made a video on it’s somewhere on my channel.
Just something to consider: you’ll be over GVWR before you know it and SRW trucks hauling mid sized or larger TCs are a liability. I really need to make another video soon and it’ll be about that.
I look at it differently. The longer they keep them the same, the longer there will be rows and rows of them all the same in pick n pull so I can keep it going forever.
Love the video lol
I don’t care about any of that stuff yall are talking about!! I guess that’s men stuff! I have been driving ram for over 15 yrs! I love my 2014 1500 hemi. I bought it as a birthday gift to myself in 2015! I have never had any problems with it till this yr. Never had to put in shop for anything but a couple recalls n keeping my oil change on time!! I love it! The only complaint I have is the backseat space and it’s uncomfortable for passengers. But it’s just me n my dog most of the time so I’m ok with it!! Ram don’t get caught slipping!! I love you!❤
The mega cab should add the extra space between the doors instead of behind the rear seat
Just a question bc I see a few ppl towing big campers with 3500's. But complain a lot about payload and sometimes trouble towing. Why y'all don't go or use the commercial side? Like the F600 crew cab? Seems like that will slove most of the towing problems. We use them but with dump bodies since we deliver dirt,gravel, sand, and mulch. I've seen ppl with large campers using those types of trucks or tractor styles, and never complain about weight, payload ect
i really like the AT4 fully loaded its amazing interior ride and power its all owner preferences
I noticed that the mexico built 3/4 tons have alot of small mfgr issues on fit and finish while the union made 1/2 tons dont. The tail gates are misaligned on over 50% of the HD rams i looked at. None on the 1500s. The weather stripping on the cab is perfect on all 1500s ive seen. The HDs are misapplied, cut short or not tapered properly.
For Standard Output Cummins, leave it where it is they can put 400HP and 1,000 pound feet of torque from the past 5 years ago. Lets wait and see if they can update the SO Cummins.
My 17 has a 65 gallon tank compliments of s&b
I have a 2019 Ram dually with the Cummins. My biggest complaint without out a doubt is the turning radius. JD from Big Truck Big RV questioned the Bosses at Ram about it. They dodged the question. They need to turn like the Ford 450
2012 ram 3500 with 300k hard towing miles original 68RFE (with sonnex upgrades) NO ISSUES
If u keep refreshing all the time the price is just gunna keep goin up im ok with wat is happening cuz they are gittin so big now that ur gunna need cdl's to drive them pretty soon
I just got a 2024 Ram 3500 with a 50 gallon fuel tank. I had to oder my truck to get what I wanted.
So, is the 392 Hemi still going to be available?
Good question
He said the 6.4 will still be in the line up at least for next year... I bet they are working on the HO Hurricane as a replacement or maybe the new multi-fuel 6.7 Cummins. I did a bit of research on the ZF Powerline transmission about a year ago as it was entering the pipeline and so far it appears to be as reliable and a bit better than the older ZF that is in so many vehicles.
Doubtful. They’re supposed to be dropping it (thankfully).
@@Redfour5 Not a 6.7 Cummins gas. Maybe, They can put 8.0 gas for the new engine for RAM Heavy Duty trucks.
I saw a video from the Union on how dodge Managment is cutting quality for current trucks because they want to move to Mex.
Which video did you complete the RAM 3500 tyre test in ? Thanks.
I wish they would come out with a true 5th gen!
JB Reviews The new Ram design is why the truck is selling. You don't change nothing. That's not broken. You just don't like it and that's fine, but I'm telling you. People who don't like rams are liking them because of the design. Soccer mom's. People who are uninterested in things like these are buying these trucks. I know cause I work there buildings I never seen anything like it