Ram’s New Truck Scares the Crap Out of Me
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Scotty, I have a job offer at the new toyota battery plant in liberty nc. I would like your thoughts. Not sure if I should go do this job.
Thanks Scotty...🇺🇸
Ram 1500 classic will have parts forever😊
BILSTEIN 5100 . there is a plastic cover on the springs on my 22 1500 classic
Scotty shocks the entire truck industry, says something good about a Dodge product. News at 11.
RAM is not Dodge. They split in 2009.
@@MRKNIGHT are you sure about that? Both owned by the same company.
@@MRKNIGHTweird it wears a dodge badge though..... or what's that on the caravan?
World trucks,,..,,the GM.2.8 isuzu diesel was designed by Fiats mv.motari of Italy,assembled in Thailand,,was in the Colorado/Canyon,,great engine,,but cost the profit margin,,so now they go for the 2.7gasPot,,cheaper to make,,but no where near the economy..**longevity??
@@cactneir-bad?
Got a 05 3500 5.9 Cummins non dually long bed 2wd. Probably gonna pass this truck onto my grandson. Been a unbelievable truck not a single issue in almost 20 years.
Older ram trucks with a cummins diesel is a combination made in heaven
That’s not what this video is about
@@thevenom4634 Yup, I'm not giving up my '94 5 speed. All the plastic has disintegrated, but the rest is solid as a rock!
My friend bought a 95 2500 5.9 and had to redo almost all of the interior wiring including the headlight switch array that would smoke when the headlights were on. Also had significant rust on back of the cab… in California.
...I guess you got the only reliable one 🤣
I've got a 2019 Laramie. Best vehicle I've ever owned. 70k miles and not an issue....and shes used to haul, not pampered
lol let us know at 100K
I bought a 2019 Ram 1500 crewcab 4x4 Laramie. I got it in March 2019 for $45,000 and its list price was $57,150. I have owned every truck out there, and bar none, it is the best truck I have ever owned. It drives like a Mercedes, and it is super safe and the best mileage I have ever had for a 6 or 8 cylinder truck. My 1987 Nissan Hard Body with a 4 cylinder and 5 speed manual got the same
22 mpg highway as my Ram, but it was half the truck and only cost $5700 .
My 2010 ram hemi has over 230k miles. No issues. Best truck I've owned
@edwardschmitt5710 I'm sure it won't be as reliable as a Toyota, but in my opinion, it's not nearly as bad as you make them out to be.
@@ronwinkles2601how did you negotiate the price?
I have a 21' Limited, 36K miles, no issues so far and i love the etorque set up. My 07 with 210k has had no issues either.
Those are rookie numbers😅
Have a 2019 RAM Classic, 5.7. Use it for hauling a camper. So far no problems and 20.1 mpg. 47,000 miles. Nice smooth ride.
Wow a while 47k.
Has it been holding up good for you? I’m asking because I’m interested in buying me one too.
I own a 2020 RAM 1500 5.7L eTorque. Fabulous truck, no issues. I highly recommend it!
any vehicule is good before 5 years and 100k miles
@@zayd1111 My very low mileage Ford F-150 Ecoboost Platinum driven in low-snow central Virginia must have been the exception then. Although it was babied, it had all sorts of issues: Electrical glitches, random infotainment reboots, rear defrost fail, sliding rear window fail, seized front brake caliper, seized rear parking brake cable, floppy under engine drip shield and rusty fasteners, disappointing gas mileage, and on/off not-so-smooth boost. The RAM dealer gave me a generous trade in price plus a $1,000 conquest rebate for switching brands on top of $8,500 other rebates, discounts, and accessories. They say Chevy truck owners never buy Ford and Ford truck owners never buy Chevy, but both types of owners will switch to RAM. I have found this to be the case. Best brand switch I have ever done.
Keep it past the warranty, then let us know
@@drmitofit2673 Ever try Toyota?
@@stefanovichmichael9686 Thank goodness NO! Glad I don't have to deal with the dreaded Toyota frame rust! Yikes!
I have a 2002 Ram 1500 with 4.7 engine. It averages 16.8 mpg and it has 430,000 miles with no engine repair.
Wow 430??? I have same year same model. My 4.7 has 270000. I had top end redone when my gasket blew 7 years back runs fine other than the tick that it always had but I run diesel oil which quiet it down maybe I have some miles left 😂
Thanks for doing this. I have had good luck with 2 RAM's so far. Current is over 10 years old.
They're good trucks. Most pickups are good. People love to complain and hate on whatever is popular to hate on.
One thing to point out about diesel idling. The new ones with DPF will have issues with those systems from extended idling as well.
I drove a 2019 6.7 powerstroke for work. After about an hour idle it'll automatically rev itself up to 2-2.5k rpms for a few minutes
Don’t idle diesels.
Just shut off ignition key
with vehicle STILL in DRIVE
with your foot STILL on
brakes, THEN shift in PARK. CB
The electric Motor doesn’t do jack shie just restarts the engine and only pulls the serpentine belt for half a tire rotation. It’s a Gimmick
Scotty’s a national treasure, he deserves diplomatic protection.
Ahem…. International treasure.
He’s not famous only in US you know?
@@Rmzkm007 He will not qualify for international protection, already applied and denied.
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3 Rams 2005, 200k 5.7 4x4 ST single cab, 2011 275k 5.7 4x4 SLT crew cab, 2014 177 5.7 4x4 Laramie crew Cab non MDS. No issues, run great keeping them all.
I'm looking at 14 ram 1500 Laramie longhorn with 112k miles. No problems with your 14?
I have a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 (it has about 90,000 miles) one of the better vehicles I have ever owned!
Some things are exaggerated about vehicles, some aren’t. No matter what you own, take care of it. In hindsight I would have bought a Tundra (V8), but I went with Ram and I’ve been pretty happy with it, but I’m anal about maintenance.
Irrelevant
I have a 3.6L classic 4th gen Ram. Love it so far! Simple and a 6.5' box.
I too have a 2019 Ram, I average about 21 mpg with the E Tourque 5.7. I did have the bearing fail on the motor generator. Dodge replaced it on warranty.
this is why you should get a brand-new ram truck because it scares the crap out of scotty.🤣🤣🤣
2021 Ram 1500. Worst pickup I've owned. Multiple front end issues, idling issues, gas and break petal assembly replaced, and other issues. Spent more time in the warranty department than driving it. All under 20,000 miles.
Finally a video showing actual diagnosis and fixing again.
Had a 2014 Ram 1500 bought in 15 sold in 17. Was happy with everything except the radio. Went through 5 of em. I got 22-24MPG on the hwy. 16 around town.
I have a 22 Ram Hemi e torque with 7,500 miles. It’s a Bighorn with a lot of options. So far the only complaint I have is the Uconnect is glitchy.
I plan on keeping it for a few more years. Hoping with Chrysler getting rid of the Hemi it will create a demand when I trade it. I have a feeling the resale will be strong because that turbo charged V6 will be junk.
Had my etorque for two years and it has been great! I shut off the start/stop if I am going through something like a drive through. The transmission has been great as well.....same for the 2016 I had. I rented an F150 with the 10 speed and they can keep that.
I really like the ZF 8speed. What I don't like is how to change its fluid. But hey, 50k intervals makes it less of a pain.
Scotty, Love the channel and the unfiltered opinions of all different vehicles! I'm an owner of a 2020 RAM 1500 Warlock 3.6 V6 No added Turbos or anything just under 40K Miles I've put on it. Not the "Fanciest" not too much added new tech in it, but serves me well for Hauling and Towing and I really like this RAM Truck!
Wurlock
I got the 2019 tradesman 3.6 that doesn’t have the start stop. I was out wondering the lot and when I popped the hood to that, my Mecanic side spoke to me. As for the engine, very simple, tons of room under the hood, the right amount of power I need for my job, etc and a pretty solid reliability record. Just shy of 4 years and 140K miles without a hitch, it’s been a great truck and has paid for itself many times over for what I do. And surprisingly it pulls very well for lighter loads like small tractors, hay bales or the side by side.
Almost 18,000 miles on my blue warlock. What color is yours?
@richardmeyersmeyers8123 Blue as well!
Picking up my 2021 warlock today i hope it works the same as yours 😊
What would impress me, is it the hybrid motor had two belts. One to start the engine, and another to keep the AC running when the engine turns off.
Great idea! I have never thought of that. I'm sure there's a way for someone to customize it that way? Do you think so?
I would worry that running the AC would DEVOUR that battery's power...
@@logicalrationalfishing7481 You are correct, it doesn't have the capacity for that.
To avoid ever having the Hemi lifter tick, use a good quality 5w30 or 0w40 fully synthetic engine oil like Mobil 1 FS or Valvoline. If you can afford it and have the budget for it, I would use Redline 5w30 as its additive package is perfect for the Hemi engine.
Also do short oil change intervals like 3000 - 4000 miles. Nothing more.
Change the transmission fluid every 50,000 miles. This is what I've learned over the years with two Ram trucks and 3 times having the dreaded tick.
Put the oil in that the manual says to use. ONLY.
@@bjornironsides6474 Agreed, but not in this case. When I bought my truck, brand new, that is exactly what I did. I followed the manual to the letter and still got the Hemi lifter tick. I then learned that even the main dealer over here does not use 5w20 like my manual suggested, because it would too thin for my climate. But they're happy to sell it to me. If I take my truck to them and pay them for the oil changes, they will use 5w30.
Also the OCI were too long using such thin oil and so it was slowly killing my engine.
I experienced the dreaded lifter tick 3 times in two different trucks before I found a strategy that works a 100%.
Did the oil changes every 3-4k with oil from the list for the Hemi, still got the Hemi tick and had to replace lifters and cam at 175,000 miles. Have a 2011 1500 quadcab. Hate the VVT feature, just hate it. Give me 8 cylinders all the time.
@@jobabs you mean MDS
@jobabs what kind of 175,000 miles? Hell if all I had to do at that mileage is lifters and cam I'd be pretty happy. I've had 5 rams 3 with the hemi all over 100k miles and have yet to have any major issues. But, I've also used them all as trucks, hauling, towing a lot, and off roading. I watched this video because I'm thinking of trading my 17 rebel for a loaded 21 laramie night edition with that etorque. And had heard some interesting things about it. This clarifies things.
Have a 2020 Ram 1500 Big Horn 4x4 w/ eTorque. Had the PCM go bad twice! Been at dealership for 7 weeks total under warranty. I pray the issue is resolved. I believe the stop/start system is the problem. Prayers
Actually this Ram generation are pretty reliable truck, the super reliable and powerful V8 hemi engine with ZF 8 speed transmission, one of the best transmissions
Expensive too
I bought one of these in 2022 and have enjoyed it. I bought it specifically for sitting and driving long distances. It's ridiculously comfortable. What I can't stand about it though is how much the truck spies on me. It records everywhere I go and I get emails about oil changes, tire inflation, etc.... I use it for business so I'll keep it long enough to depreciate it out but my next truck is going to be a bench seat square body from the 80s or 90s that doesn't narc on me.
When Scotty passes on.... I will be very depressed.💔 Live long, healthy and happy you Great Soul! 🙏
He's a alien we all needed. He'll live till his message is sent to the world then he's off to the next world that needs him 😅
Scotty is one of those people we wish they could live forever.
And I believe he still had many years ahead, the man is just unstoppable, and good for him, the world needs people like him.
God bless Scotty and his family.
We not gonna speak that into the atmosphere
My 2016 Big Horn that I bought used last year was a bargain. It was certified pre owned and I paid thousands less than what it's worth, I have a bumper to bumper warranty for the life of the loan. The only problem I had was the waterpump. I noticed a puddle underneath it when I took the trash out and figured out what the problem was. I drove it down the street to my mechanic and 115 bucks instead of 750 and it was good to go!.
I had to wait a month and a half just to get that battery behind the backseat replaced. No loaner, thanks Ram
There is over 23 federally mandated recalls on the 19.Ram. total POS! I know, I owned one for 13 horrible months :(
Scotty's a trip, a great trip! He is so much fun to watch!
Im not crazy about etorque but the etorque system is covered under the Federal Emission Warranty for 8 years / 80,000 miles which includes:
Belt Driven Hybrid Starter Generator Assembly
Catalytic Converter
Powertrain Control Module
Power Pack Unit - 48 Volts
Great review Uncle Scotty! I’ve had 3 5th generation Rams and everything you said is spot on. Thank you for being an amazing mechanic I love the videos and your passion for cars. 💪🏼 ❤️
This man has intelligence and common sense. May GOD protect and bless his family.
It’s rare to have both…
Wow, Scotty didnt hate on Ram? My 21 ram 5.7 4wd (no etorque) gets 20 to 21 avg MPG with 80٪ highway. I still love the truck at 35k miles. No issues, No engine tick ever. Hopefully that continues
How are you managing 20 to 21? Flat lands? I'm in GA and 2wd rebel gets maybe 16mpg combined and 18 on the highway (long trip).
@@SyrusLangi suppose i should say highway driving is mostly rural 2 lanes going low 60s. Going mid to upper 70s on the interstate will drop the mpgs by 2 or 3 at most... and my drive is relatively hilly and curvy. Im pretty impressed with the mpgs on this truck.
Omg! I have one of these as a loaner and I hate this e torque setup! It’s so hard to be smooth at start stops situations. Between the engine shutting off and the engaging of the electric motor at the same time as the engine comes to life, you’re always getting mild whiplash. When you’re stopped and want to creep forward it lunges and then you over compensate with the brakes to avoid a collision… the rest of the time it’s fine but as someone who values making their passengers comfortable it’s a nightmare.
Side note: most people have no clue how to be smooth drivers so I understand how this setup didn’t bother anyone responsible for the design.
A average working man can't afford used or new trucks anymore
So, ram is like 2nd on the maket in reliability according to jd power. Ford trucks were at 13th and gm trucks were at 23rd, gm small trucks were 29th. It's been that way for years now.
Scotty you are amazing. Thank you for everything you do to help us. You give me hope that there are still good honest people in the world.
???Amazing?? I have a different word
I have a 2020 Laramie 4wd with the 5.7 Hemi and etorque and it averages less than 11 mpg. I have never seen better than 17mpg on the highway. Thats not the truck's fault. I drive a mile to work stop and go and remote start it for 5-10 mins because i dont want to scrape windows. On the highway we go over 80mph in Montana and the truck has a 3" lift and 35" tires. It's a great truck though. Can't believe how well it handles and rides even with a lift. Tows a camper like a dream too. Interior is amazing. Mine has 140,000 miles on it.
Got to jack up under the control arm to load the suspension, in order to properly check the ball joints on a sla suspension.
My 2022 Ram with the Hemi 8 speed and no Etorque avg. 25.4 MPG from MN to Utah and back burning 91 octane. Our other 2015 Ram with the Hemi with the 6 speed avg. 24.7 on the same trip using 91 octane. Both 4wd.
@@wherethetreesmeetthefreewa8260 70-75 mph where allowed, think SD was 80 mph but wife said no way.
I have a 2022 ram and love it. 25 mpg on the highway at 75mph. In the city only 15mpg unfortunately. Rides better than my Silverado did
Jim press really changed Chrysler when he went to work for them. I love the regenitive breaking on my hybrid!!!
Interesting observation of the hemi tick design flaw and start stop. Of course the police would override that feature and the problem would continue. However, when you talk to ram they say it is an oil change issue. Other people have agreed with your assessment of the oil splash issue. Great video and job as always.
The height of the CAM is the MAJOR issue with the 3rd gen HEMIs.
They were splash oiled....and still are. But only really properly lubed when running at 2000+ RPM. Do not baby these engines. They will not last if you do.
2016 power wagon here with 139k paid it off and a week later lifter failed ate the cam and another lifter was on it's way out. Sadly we pulled our savings to pay it off and then borrowed 3k to fix it myself...brand new chrysler lifters, cam, head gaskets, timing cover gasket, water pump gasket, manifold gaskets, valve cover gaskets, 2gal of mopar 10yr coolant concentrate and pennzoil PUP 0w40 and they still dont sound right. My 05 hemi 1500 4x2 regularly got 18mpg, sold it running great with 238k miles...
@@curtisrenninger1886 i changed the oil type on my 5th gen rebel to 5w 30 vs 5w 20. I'm hearing that this has helped others completely eliminate the tick. 1k miles in, runs the same as before (just fine).
I wonder if you tune them and increase the idol speed some if it would help
I see a lot of Ram trucks that have a problem with rust so I have been leery of buying a used one. Any Ram owners here that have premature rusting issues?
I’m really going to miss v8s, especially the hemi.
They will be back stellantis will learn that combustion is going no where look at ford they are only selling 60 th anniversary with v8 only whats that tell you
I own a 2021 Ram 1500 Laramie 4x4 crew cab, 6’4” bed--I have gotten as much as 22 MPG on the highway, but normally avg 20 Hwy and 17 city. My second Ram…gave my first one (2017 Ram 1500 4x4 quad cab) to my adult son. Zero mechanical problems with my 2021 at nearly 30K miles. The 2017 has some knocking at 100K miles and my son (who is a mechanic) carried an engine and other heavy car parts around in the bed if the truck for about a year until the rear differential went out….he couldn’t just order the gear to replace, he had to order the entire rear axle….
Scotty Kilmer. The Andy Rooney of the automotive world.
They say electric motors have instant torque but from my experience it's just not entirely instant. It's similar to putting an electric power ratchet on a bolt or getting it to start spinning first and then putting it on the bolt. Many times it will undo a bolt that it cannot do when it hasn't already begun spinning. So the torque does seem to be slightly different once it's already spinning...
I have a 2006 Grand Cherokee with an early model 5.7 Hemi and it's been a solid and dependable rig.
The problem with the hybrid stop start is that you are still using an engine with a pushrod valve system - too many moving parts which wear out early and break and cause problems.. So there is that.
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As a Ford guy i have to admit i like the look of the newer Rams. If im going to buy a new truck id personally avoid the Hybrid ones. Just a traditional V8 is good for me.
Same. I agree.
I think the new gmc sierra is the best looking truck
I'm a old school Chevy guy, but the new rams do look pretty good. I do have a soft spot for the second gen dodge rams too.
They look better but conk out more take your pick.
@@edwardschmitt5710 id take any old truck over a new one. The least amount of electronics the better.
We have a 2018 2500 and a 2021 3500, beat the crap out of them for landscaping.
40k and 12k miles. Love them..
Love these new Rams, looking at getting one.
I put 146k miles on my 2006 3500 and I sold it for what I paid for it $28k rams are great trucks
Thumbs up for the Ram in this video. Mine has the Italian 3.0 liter diesel engine in it that Scotty is warning us about. Fingers crossed I get many more happy healthy miles out of it!
It’s a known trash engine . Doesn’t matter how many finger you cross you will not get a lot out of it
You wont
The dealer I bought my 2020 hemi ram at had 9 eco diesels on the lot corporate wouldnt allow them to sell. Known problems and inability to meet emissions targets
@@Cherokeelion Interesting! I’ve never heard of a dealer doing that. Around me they sold like hot cakes, dealers couldn’t keep them on the lot for long.
@@blanketboyactual5264 yeah i just bought mine and asked about the line of ecodiesels and they were being held, not available to buy. That made me look at the hemis
Great video Scotty I have an 2018 ram 1500 hemi I love it I drive manly highway to work 150 miles a day I get 18 mpg and it has 200000 miles I change the oil when the truck tells me to no engine problems runs stronger then new BUT exhaust manifolds cracked and some bolts broke had it fixed and only to happen again besides that the truck is awesome
Just got the 2020 Bighorn today. Love the ride and the overall feel of the truck. Will be driving a lot, but liked it better than the Ford or Chevy. Wanted an older style Tundra, but just could not find any.
I have same truck. Do you ever have problems with it jerking when it's trying to figure out what gear to be in? Mine does when you're just cruising at low speeds, around 1.5k rpm. Can't decide gears.. jerks for a second.
Ram is the only truck that hasn't given me problems. Can't say the same for the Ford and chevys I've owned.
I had over 10000 hrs of idle time on my hemi 5.7 before I had lifter replacement at 235k miles.
Scotty I have a 5.7 2019 without the etorque system Or Auto stop-start and I'm averaging on the highway about 22 to 25 miles to the gallon hwy my ram was built in Detroit Michigan I heard they're going to move that plant to Mexico and you need the 392 rear end in order to pull 11,500 lb but not in that configuration four-door short bed
Actually the 3rd gen EcoDiesel is freaking incredible. They’re amazing engines with practically zero common problems. Some one offs here and there, but mostly really well built engines with amazing mileage.
what does third generation mean?
@@antonio4114 there are three different generations of the EcoDiesel engine. Each with their own design and such. First gen was horrible, the update second generation was slightly better but still had problems, third update came in 2019 with the current gen truck itself, and was a full and complete redesign of the EcoDiesel engine. They basically looked at previous two versions, and went all out to fix it and make it as robust as possible.
I had a 22 Rebel EcoDiesel. Needed a motor at 11,000 miles. Traded it on the GMC 1500 Denali. Better power, better towing and better fuel economy by far.
The dealer recommended I dump the EcoDiesel. It’s that bad.
@@markhartman7939 every manufacturer has its faults, no one is safe from it today, but the vast majority of third gen EcoDiesel is marvelous little engines. Your situation sounds a lot more like an exception. 1st and 2nd gen were truly trash, nothing to hide there. Absolutely. Gen3 though? Basically they went all out fixing everything they possibly could before the entire diesel department was shut down lol
@@antonio41142002-2008 Rams are considered 3rd generation
A rare Scotty video where he doesn't mention Toyota. I wouldn't worry too much about the Italian electric motor, we have a lot of industrial motors from Italy where I work and they hold up well. At least it's right up on top and easy to change if it does fail, not buried between the engine and transmission.
I get 18 mpg in my dually cummins....that's crazy! And I was thinking about downsizing? Absolutely not
Run Motorkote every other oil change and it will help keep it lubricated. I use it with my avenger too. Works great and keeps the engine feeling young.
Yes! That should be standard for all Hemis and or motors. I have been using MotorKote in all my engines for well over 15 years even in a boat motor lower unit, no issues in one single engine cars atvs boats even my gas water pressure pump 😂
so the real question is, the clicking sound was fixed?
My 2014 5.7L Ram 1500 got 22mpg with a 392 rear end unless towing. It has to do with driving style. I drove it pretty conservatively.
Scotty, thank you for all the information you show and tell us about.
Hey Scotty, you can’t idle the new diesels either. You will clog the DPF. Emission controls has severally reduced the longevity of new diesels.
What I would give to know a mechanic like you in my area. Great video as always!
My son in law has his own Garage. Been Repairing vehicles for 30 years. Thank the Lord. Every time I've been to his shop he has 10 to 20 vehicles waiting. Just word of mouth and loyal customers.
My Ram 1500 2016 80,000 miles is a champ. 5.7 Ltr 19 mpg in town 22 mpg highway. One of the best vehicles I've owned.
And how many minorities have you run over in it while listening to "Try That in a Small Town"?
@@pervisgavin1730 my my don't you have problems.
Use a Jackstand ..
Or at least put the removed wheel under it once you remove it .
" Its cheaper to Replace a Damaged Rim
than a Damaged Limb ".
Plenty of reasons not to idle diesel engines sir. Anything turbo charged is not keen on idling. Unburnt fuel winding up in oil system. Idle time is kept track of and can definitely affect resale.
Scotty please use jack stands. I know you weren't under it long but anything can happen.
I had a family member die from a car falling on him, I use jack stands and even give the car a good push and re-check before getting underneath.
I own a 2019 ram. The etorque system has been plagued with problems. That's why i got the non etorque.
Wow, he just answered a lot of my questions, thank you Scotty.
The 3.92 rear end option gives it more towing power also.
The nice thing is, the hemi isnt an italian motor, it was designed before Fiat bought out Chrysler. The Eco diesel and 3.6 is italian tho
I enjoy this gen of ram, they really knocked it out of the part with the 5th gen, probably the second best full size you can get now (tundra will always be number 1)
Not now with their garbage v6 turbo
@@riz7032 They are ditching the V6 in the Tacoma for a turbo I4. Eventually they'll all be turbocharged, hybrid, or fully electric unfortunately.
LOL tundra
New Tundras are junk with their turbo V6 and cheap plastic interior. I'd rather get the Ram with the proven V8 Hemi
Maybe, but who wants to drive an ugly inside and out truck. Lol
I really like the ZF 8speed.
So Scotty, you never really said what it is about this truck that scares the crap out of you. 🤔🤷♂️😄
I am the truck owner, and YES!!!… the noise went away 👍🏼 Thanks, Scotty!!!
I have a RAM 1500 Bighorn, 5.7 L no E-Torque. No regrets. An excellent pickup. I had 22 mpg highway. I love it.
My friend's brother had a 2018 1500 5.7 cu. Regcab longbed 2wd. He got 21 mpg at 75 mph. He traded it for a Tundra that gets 13 mpg same conditions.
@@davidanderson8469 That is why I dont like Tundras. I Know a friend Who traded in a RAM 1500 for a Tundra. He regreted the desition.
@@davidanderson8469 That’s because of the MDS. Great for mileage, but makes me nervous long term.
Looks like ATP 205 is not paying the bills any longer.
When will Scotty give us a blooper reel?
We have a 2019 laramie ram 1500 5.7 no etorque averages 19mpg and has 80k miles zero issues with the truck
i find wd 40 to be a good cutting and cleaning fluid but I never found it too be good lubricant but that's just me Scotty
silicon spray is much better
YOU had me excited when I se you are going to talk about a New RAM truck. I just bought one and wanted to see what you have to say. Then you roll out a 2019 RAM. That isn't a new truck!
Our 2021 Ram with e-torque has been great. There has been a few problems but those were because of the previous owner. Ram boxes are great!
In town we get 12mpg
Highway we get just over 18
Hauling our camper we get 8
Wait till all the wiring problems start ….. and they will start …
How do you get previous owner problems in a 2 year of vehicle? What were they doing for that first year? NHRA meets or something?
@@RatelHBadger it was minor stuff. Something with the right tire and then a small dent in the glovebox. The tire problem is fixed, glovebox still has a small dent.
These are not mechanical problems haha
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What is etorque? Sounds like a gimmick to rob you. Youre getting 12 mpg with it. My old endless money 2001 dodge ram got the same fuel economy and there was no gimmicky system and it was still an endless money pit
No idling in our 2011 1500 Ram 4x4 with the 5.7 Hemi, and it developed the dreaded Hemi tick. Very little hauling or towing, mainly Highway miles. Had to replace the camshaft and lifters at 175,000 miles…$6k in repairs. Had to replace the tranny at 125k miles…$5k there. Plus, the rocker panels and rear wheel wells are rusting. It’s comfortable, but very disappointed in it.
Did WD40 help with the noise?
You can turn off/turn down regenerative breaking in a Tesla. I also get 18-19 combined in my v8 hemi. A huge deal is how you drive it
I wonder how long that Ram truck will last without major repairs. I would love to know.
I have a 2016 Ram 1500 Big Horn 4x4 with 233k miles. I’ve been thru 3-4 sets of rotars/brake pads, a plastic part attached to the radiator cracked, and 6 sets of tires. It was our main vehicle until last year and now pulls a trailer and 1,300 lbs lawn mower every day. For years I lived down a 10 mile dirt road in the mountains and never a issue. Maybe I’m just lucky but it’s great for me.
Well, they added yet another expensive to repair system (etorque). I’m not a fan of the shifter or the push-button 4x4 selector in my 2017, and now there’s another thing that can break. I also wish it had traditional power steering. Even so, it’s been good to me so far. Just not looking forward to those things breaking.
My 2022 ram ecodiesel is.best.light duty truck ive ever had and 30 mpg on highway and 26 mixed driving.
I really like the knew shape of the Dodge Ram trucks
Do they do single cab
I'm not 100% percent sure if they do single cab Dodge Ram trucks.
They did with the previous gen, but discontinued the single cab last year.
Can you imagine when they bring out the hydrogen ice engines and combine them with hybrid tech, there have it, vroom vroom with clean exhaust
So did the WD40 help with the noise?
Yeah, it did.
Maybe a French connection in ownership is a good thing. If it weren’t for Renault controlling AMC in the 80s, we wouldn’t have had the XJ Cherokee, Grand Cherokee and Jeep inline 6.