I've had my 2020 Tradesman for 2 weeks now and I love the truck! Super comfortable and cruises on the highway with confidence. For a basic truck you get everything you need. I also am coming from an F150 and the power of the 6.4 Hemi is awesome. I purchased my truck mainly for the increased payload over the F150, hauling a pallet of sod this weekend was a whole different experience in the Ram. I've found that stepping up to a 3/4 ton truck now gives me the confidence to haul heavy and pull a trailer at the same time easily. You can push the limits of a 1/2 ton truck no matter what brand very easily.
I have the exact same truck with an 8’ bed. I pull a 8500 pound RV with 1000 pound side by side in bed. Awesome truck, no issues. 10 mpg towing, 15 - 16 driving. Off road a little rough on bumpy roads, more so than my 4 wheel drive Chevy truck.
I looked at an 8' bed, but it was just a little too long to be my daily driver. The truck is great so far. Yea, the suspension is tight, but very manageable.
I just got a 21 ram tradesman 2500 with 6.4 and love it with the tow technology in it. Last truck was a 07 ram megacab with 5.7 with 250,000 miles with only one problem with a emission ground wire , with all all the years owning it Now My son own its with almost 280,000 miles (Its just how you take care of it.)
I have the exact same truck with about the same miles, only without all of the chrome(which i know you dont like) and mine is not 4WD, which is hard to find a 2500 without it but i dont use 4WD... Nice truck!
I bought a 2019 Trademans 2500 6.7 Cummins in Patriot Blue with the off road package brand new last summer. I love the truck with one exception...the screen. Mine is the smaller version of yours. It doesn't bother me in daily driving but when I do see other trucks I envy those with larger screens. Overall I love the truck and got it for an absolute steal at 45k in New Braunfels TX. I had visited the lot previously and had a good salesman. He threw in the sidesteps and spray in bed liner too which was a nice touch. Oh, and the stock wheels and tires are slowly starting to look a bit basic. I'm not a flashy guy but a bit more aggressive tread and wheel would make it pop. Overall I love the truck and don't regret it at all.
So far the truck has been great for me. You got a great price on that! I wanted the larger screen for Apple CarPlay. Easy to play music and use navigation from my phone.
I just got a 2021 Ram 2500 tradesman and I love it. It’s a great truck!!! No chrome on my though. I don’t like the gear shift knob but it’ll take some getting use to.
I test drive the 2500 2021 yesterday. I want the 8' bed, 8" screen, and vinyl seats. It's tough with the truck shortage going on now. I'll probably customize one and have it ordered.
Love your video. I have the EXACT likes and dislikes about my Ram. You mentioned the slippery running boards. I live in Niagara Falls Canada. You think there slippery when wet in Florida, they are an absolute nightmare when they have ice and snow on them.
Mopars in general have always been pretty flexible for package options. Like my 2016 ram 1500 with 345ci. It's am Express model so like the tradesmen but no chrome, all body color except mirrors, only chrome is full length step pipes. Came with spray on liner, bed lights, duel exhaust and tow package. Tow package is class 4 hitch, 3.92 rear, and trailer brake. Factory tow raiting of 10,640lbs and it's a crew cab. 6 seats. 4wd. I use the hell out of it hauling hay, horses, or whatever. Pulled out stumps, etc. Nothing but oil and tires. Oh, I put air bags inside the coil springs in the rear, then routed them to the the license plate to fill up. You can get ones rated for 1k lbs for 100 bucks, 2,100 lbs for 125. I got the heavy ones and only run them at 5psi until I'm hauling or pulling. 50psi max, if I'm pulling 8k lb trailer for example I load the bags to 25 psi. A 2in squat makes the truck level, so whatever psi gives me the 2in squat that's what it's at. The 2in seems to ride the best and handle well. Gm is making stuff in china and shipping the bowties here, so I won't buy anything from them again. Ram and ford both opened up new plants in mi and oh.
Only Ford has the keypad on the outside to lock and unlock the truck. As long as you get an XLT or higher. Very nice exclusive thing for Ford. I miss that from my F150 XLT 2.7 V6 I used to have, but I enjoy my Ram 1500 Laramie 5.7 hemi much better.
Same for the plugging your phone issue, I have the same truck only difference is it has the level 2 equipment group options. I just hit 5000 miles, when using the Google maps on my Samsung it would problems with connecting. Or it would connect but my phone would say other wise. Still love the truck specially for my lively hood.
I just got a 2022 model and it has all these features and 4:10 gears, limited rear slip diff, bed lights, and rhino lining from factory. You CANNOT beat the deal with these 6.4 tradesmans. Cummins is automatically 8k more.
I have the same truck too same problems but I have a very good truck. I like the chrome in the front. Because the painted ones get a lot of rock chips and damage within the first year it does not look very good anymore. But overall the truck is an awesome truck.
I had less than 2000 miles on my 2020 2500 Tradesman 6.4 when my engine came on. Took to the dealer and it was a bad thermostat. Dealer replaced thermostat, no problem since. I have just shy of 5000 miles now.
FCA doesn't do keypads - and I thought those Ford ones were dumb UNTIL I lived with it and used it - and love them now. Know what you mean about jsut leaving keys in car.
Do your research on the push button 4x4. What I have read is the 4 button with "auto" is less desirable due to the inability for locking. I have a 20 Ram classic 4x4 that my son has now taken over payments on and I bought myself a 21 Ram 2500 4x4 w/floor shifter. Have yet to try 4x4.
I love the Chrome! I have the same truck only 2019. I love the truck but 2 major things are not good. #1 The clunk from the rear passenger when hit a sharp bump. I believe it’s bad cab mounts. #2 the AC is not good. Let us know if you have any of these issues. Looking forward to more videos.
I have not had any clunk, but I do have to turn the air to the 3rd of 4th notch before it starts blowing good. It seems to be fine, but I have not tried it in the middle of summer in in Florida yet.
I bought my 21 Ram 2500 Tradesman CC 4x4 6.4 with the shorter bed in June. Still under 500 miles so not much use yet. Had a 18 F250 SLT CC 4x4 6.2 gasser with the shorter bed. My only issues with the F250 were 1) death wobble which was fixed under warranty and then that warranty coverage was extended free of charge and 2) would not fit in my garage. Traded F250 for a Ram 1500 5.7 4x4 CC which my son now has and that's when I got my 2500. 2500 rides smoother than F250 and fits in my garage.
I been looking to upgrade to a 3/4 ton and it seems like a lot of people have death wobble with the fords, i know three people personally that all had it, its really keeping me from buying one
Regarding the carplay issue: use a high speed USB 3.0 cable. No other cable will work correct. Amazon doesn't really sell them, they only sell the cheap kind. Yes there are different grades of charging cables. Usb 3.0 cable is needed for it's high speed and bandwidth capabilities.
I have the same truck here. Do you use a wright distribution hitch when you pull your trailer? I just upgraded from 1500 to 2500 and wonder if i still need my Weight distribution hitch.
@@rabbi7933 I believe there are some upgrades for the screen, but I haven’t looked too much into it. I haven’t gone to backup camera on the trailer yet. My wife is very helpful when backing up. 😀
Looking at get one of these for myself. Is there a 7pin connector inside the bed? Have you found any cell phone holders that work well with it? I’m going be pulling a 26’ travel trailer. So I need a place for my phone and the trailer cam. That code is a bit alarming. I hope nothing ever becomes of it.
There is not a 7-pin in the bed, on mine. They cleared both codes (battery, and o2 sensor) and I haven't had any other issues. I currently have about 4500 miles on it now. So far, it's a great truck. It drives well for a daily driver (13 mph) and tows my 7500# trailer just fine. No complaints.
@@terryprevatt that’s good the code hasn’t come back. I haven’t bought my best RV yet. But I’m assuming it will be a bunk model (not the bunk room type) and weigh between 6500-8000lbs. Do you have a video showing your weight distribution setup?
@@rabbi7933 I don’t have video of WDH. I have the Equal-I-zer 4-point sway hitch control setup. I need to get a longer drop-down shank, as mine makes the trailer sit a little high in the front. It works fine, but I want the trailer even from front to back. More for my OCD than anything.
How is the engine holding up. I am debating between the F250 work truck or the Ram. I am concerned on rams cylinder disconnect to 4 cylinders. Not a fan of that. The firs 6.2 doesn’t have it. It like the Ram.
The engine is fine. I’m just over 13k miles now. Although I am not a fan of the cylinder disconnect, it hasn’t given me any issues thus far. I pull a 14k trailer every few months without any problems. 13-14 average mpg (15 hwy, 7.5 towing). For me the Ram was chosen for price, but I would have no issues going back to Ford.
@@terryprevatt yes mine is the same and just trying figure out if that was normal. It's kinda embarrassing in my opinion. Buy a 50k truck and ot sounds like that. Wonder if there is any remedy to this, like maybe exhaust wrap or something. Thanks for the reply
I talked to A good friend that’s A mechanic and said something to him about it. He said it was the fuel pump.I just bought my 2021 last Saturday and mine does the same thing. Kinda sad, like Hemi Classic Said you Pay 50k For A truck and it makes that kinda engine noise.
Mine does the same embarrassing noise. Have brought it back to the dealership 4 times. First they said it was the heat shield. So they replaced it . It still makes the same damn loud noise every time I starts up. About to take it back again to have the full exhaust looked at
For me, Apple’s CarPlay is the key. Regardless of which vehicle I drive, if it has CarPlay, I know what the controls will look like and how they will react. Also all updates are automatic and free. I rarely use the ‘regular’ radio controls and just listen through CarPlay.
The 6.4 hemi V8 has reliability issues, the lifters and the cam shaft cause issues in higher mileage and are brutally expensive when you need to have them fixed. The repair job will cost about 5k dollars. See this video for an example of the issue: th-cam.com/video/ScqUwzT71gY/w-d-xo.html What are your thoughts on this? I only bring this up because I would love to pull the trigger on this truck but the longevity of the engine is very troubling.
I have seen lifter issues in some videos, but a lot of the time I feel the lack of maintenance is the issue. Not that the oil isn't being changed, but the type of oil plays a factor. My plan is to change oil every 5k miles at the dealer and I feel confident that I'll be fine. Changing it myself will cost about the same and at the dealership I'll get a tire rotation thrown in, so that's why I prefer bringing it in for service. Bottom line, I'm not concerned.
They are hardly any issues with this problem after 19. Any like the op said a lot of trucks didn’t have proper maintenance. Or Using the wrong weight oil . These need to have 0-40 pennzoil premium synthetic . My last one had 195.000 no lifter issues . I have a 2020 now
@@starmc26 how so, I am trying to gather information from people who actually own the trucks. This has nothing to do with speaking ill of them but rather getting information. FCA doesn't post any official information about this issue so how else do you suppose someone would determine how widespread the problem is?
@@albertatundra I DO own a 6.4 hemi power wagon, and HAVE owned a 5.7 RAM.... You're spewing junk hearsay, OLD information. FCA already remedied the cam and lifter issues with upgraded needle bearings and different cams, in 2016. What do you wanna say next, that the transmissions have issues?... Because that's a resolved issue since 2009.
Mine had the chrome package too. I took it to a local paint shop who specializes in painting over chrome using a special acid to help it bind. He painted the grill, front and back bumpers for $1100. Problem solved.
th-cam.com/video/PtMPXD7wvnQ/w-d-xo.html
Like it, been a gm man for years, really like the looks of the ram 2500 tradesman, no frills.
I've had my 2020 Tradesman for 2 weeks now and I love the truck! Super comfortable and cruises on the
highway with confidence. For a basic truck you get everything you need. I also am coming from an F150 and the power of the 6.4 Hemi is awesome. I purchased my truck mainly for the increased payload over the F150, hauling a pallet of
sod this weekend was a whole different experience in the Ram. I've found that stepping up to a 3/4 ton truck now gives me the confidence to haul heavy and pull a trailer at the same time easily. You can push the limits of a 1/2 ton truck no matter what brand very easily.
Agreed. Much better experience in towing and hauling items in the bed. Glad I upgraded.
Get the new superchips pulsar. Crazy performance upgrade.
I have the exact same truck with an 8’ bed.
I pull a 8500 pound RV with 1000 pound side by side in bed.
Awesome truck, no issues. 10 mpg towing, 15 - 16 driving.
Off road a little rough on bumpy roads, more so than my 4 wheel drive Chevy truck.
I looked at an 8' bed, but it was just a little too long to be my daily driver. The truck is great so far. Yea, the suspension is tight, but very manageable.
I just got a 21 ram tradesman 2500 with 6.4 and love it with the tow technology in it. Last truck was a 07 ram megacab with 5.7 with 250,000 miles with only one problem with a emission ground wire , with all all the years owning it
Now My son own its with almost 280,000 miles (Its just how you take care of it.)
Agreed. Regular maintenance is a must.
I have the exact same truck with about the same miles, only without all of the chrome(which i know you dont like) and mine is not 4WD, which is hard to find a 2500 without it but i dont use 4WD... Nice truck!
I bought a 2019 Trademans 2500 6.7 Cummins in Patriot Blue with the off road package brand new last summer. I love the truck with one exception...the screen. Mine is the smaller version of yours. It doesn't bother me in daily driving but when I do see other trucks I envy those with larger screens. Overall I love the truck and got it for an absolute steal at 45k in New Braunfels TX. I had visited the lot previously and had a good salesman. He threw in the sidesteps and spray in bed liner too which was a nice touch. Oh, and the stock wheels and tires are slowly starting to look a bit basic. I'm not a flashy guy but a bit more aggressive tread and wheel would make it pop. Overall I love the truck and don't regret it at all.
So far the truck has been great for me. You got a great price on that!
I wanted the larger screen for Apple CarPlay. Easy to play music and use navigation from my phone.
I just got a 2021 Ram 2500 tradesman and I love it. It’s a great truck!!! No chrome on my though. I don’t like the gear shift knob but it’ll take some getting use to.
Agreed. The more I drive it, the more I appreciate it.
I test drive the 2500 2021 yesterday. I want the 8' bed, 8" screen, and vinyl seats. It's tough with the truck shortage going on now. I'll probably customize one and have it ordered.
Love your video. I have the EXACT likes and dislikes about my Ram. You mentioned the slippery running boards. I live in Niagara Falls Canada. You think there slippery when wet in Florida, they are an absolute nightmare when they have ice and snow on them.
Thanks for the comment. Yea, rain and snow would be horrible with the running boards.
I put Westin Grate running boards for that reason.
Nice truck. I like that it has back up sensors on the tradesman. Can’t get those on a Chevy 2500 custom package.
Mopars in general have always been pretty flexible for package options. Like my 2016 ram 1500 with 345ci. It's am Express model so like the tradesmen but no chrome, all body color except mirrors, only chrome is full length step pipes. Came with spray on liner, bed lights, duel exhaust and tow package. Tow package is class 4 hitch, 3.92 rear, and trailer brake. Factory tow raiting of 10,640lbs and it's a crew cab. 6 seats. 4wd. I use the hell out of it hauling hay, horses, or whatever. Pulled out stumps, etc. Nothing but oil and tires. Oh, I put air bags inside the coil springs in the rear, then routed them to the the license plate to fill up. You can get ones rated for 1k lbs for 100 bucks, 2,100 lbs for 125. I got the heavy ones and only run them at 5psi until I'm hauling or pulling. 50psi max, if I'm pulling 8k lb trailer for example I load the bags to 25 psi. A 2in squat makes the truck level, so whatever psi gives me the 2in squat that's what it's at. The 2in seems to ride the best and handle well. Gm is making stuff in china and shipping the bowties here, so I won't buy anything from them again. Ram and ford both opened up new plants in mi and oh.
Not all tradesmen come with sensors... it's an option that dealers just typically order for the truck.
Only Ford has the keypad on the outside to lock and unlock the truck. As long as you get an XLT or higher. Very nice exclusive thing for Ford. I miss that from my F150 XLT 2.7 V6 I used to have, but I enjoy my Ram 1500 Laramie 5.7 hemi much better.
Same for the plugging your phone issue, I have the same truck only difference is it has the level 2 equipment group options. I just hit 5000 miles, when using the Google maps on my Samsung it would problems with connecting. Or it would connect but my phone would say other wise. Still love the truck specially for my lively hood.
Yea, it’s definitely just a minor issue. Other than replugging it back in, it works great.
It's usually just an issue with the cord
BTW Uconnect 4 in our Pacifica, the Android Auto is flakey like that also - so not just an iPhone issue.
Good to know. Thanks for the comment.
That’s got a shit load of features for a tradesman.
I just got a 2022 model and it has all these features and 4:10 gears, limited rear slip diff, bed lights, and rhino lining from factory. You CANNOT beat the deal with these 6.4 tradesmans. Cummins is automatically 8k more.
I have the same truck too same problems but I have a very good truck. I like the chrome in the front. Because the painted ones get a lot of rock chips and damage within the first year it does not look very good anymore. But overall the truck is an awesome truck.
Good point. I'd be more okay with the chrome if there was less of it. Maybe just accents, because the bumper is huge.
I like the chrome better as well. Just like Mr Johnson stated rock chip issues.
I had less than 2000 miles on my 2020 2500 Tradesman 6.4 when my engine came on. Took to the dealer and it was a bad thermostat. Dealer replaced thermostat, no problem since. I have just shy of 5000 miles now.
I’ve got 10k on mine now and haven’t had the light come on again.
FCA doesn't do keypads - and I thought those Ford ones were dumb UNTIL I lived with it and used it - and love them now. Know what you mean about jsut leaving keys in car.
Yep, the keypad was nice to have.
I have the passive system on my 15 Limited and love it, the key is compact and you never have to get it out if you don't want to
im looking at a 21 model but it doesnt have the 4x4 shifter in the floor and that was a big thing for me
Do your research on the push button 4x4. What I have read is the 4 button with "auto" is less desirable due to the inability for locking. I have a 20 Ram classic 4x4 that my son has now taken over payments on and I bought myself a 21 Ram 2500 4x4 w/floor shifter. Have yet to try 4x4.
I love the Chrome! I have the same truck only 2019. I love the truck but 2 major things are not good. #1 The clunk from the rear passenger when hit a sharp bump. I believe it’s bad cab mounts. #2 the AC is not good. Let us know if you have any of these issues. Looking forward to more videos.
I have not had any clunk, but I do have to turn the air to the 3rd of 4th notch before it starts blowing good. It seems to be fine, but I have not tried it in the middle of summer in in Florida yet.
I noticed the ac didn't really blow that well
I bought my 21 Ram 2500 Tradesman CC 4x4 6.4 with the shorter bed in June. Still under 500 miles so not much use yet. Had a 18 F250 SLT CC 4x4 6.2 gasser with the shorter bed. My only issues with the F250 were 1) death wobble which was fixed under warranty and then that warranty coverage was extended free of charge and 2) would not fit in my garage. Traded F250 for a Ram 1500 5.7 4x4 CC which my son now has and that's when I got my 2500. 2500 rides smoother than F250 and fits in my garage.
I went from a F-150 to the 2500. No regrets.
I been looking to upgrade to a 3/4 ton and it seems like a lot of people have death wobble with the fords, i know three people personally that all had it, its really keeping me from buying one
@@ncurc9766 I’ve been a Ford guy my whole life, but my Ram has worked great for me.
Do you find the steering a little loose or sloppy?
I test drove a 3500 and found that it swayed a bit. thanks
I haven’t had any issues with the steering. Seems normal to me.
Nice truck 2 questions what size bed and most important to me what's the payload?
6.5” bed
3300lb payload
Regarding the carplay issue: use a high speed USB 3.0 cable. No other cable will work correct. Amazon doesn't really sell them, they only sell the cheap kind. Yes there are different grades of charging cables. Usb 3.0 cable is needed for it's high speed and bandwidth capabilities.
Do you have a link to the specific cable that you bought?
A proper truck! I like the old school transfer case lever and the Off Road package
It’s stupid they don’t all offer a on dash transfer case
@@jesseschreiber5175 like an electronic one? You can get an electronic dial for the transfer case as an option.
Does the front center seat have a shoulder belt, or only a lap belt?
Only lap belt
I have the same truck here. Do you use a wright distribution hitch when you pull your trailer? I just upgraded from 1500 to 2500 and wonder if i still need my Weight distribution hitch.
I use a equal-I-zer wdh. You can tow your trailer without it, but I feel it’s safer with it.
Anything over 6k pounds typically requires a wdh.
I have the same truck , but mine came with the small basic radio. How did yours come with the bigger radio?
I don’t remember the package name, but I made sure I got the upgraded radio with CarPlay.
I saw a video where you can buy the upgraded screen for $800 and install it yourself. Plug and play. (Well that’s how they made it seem)
@@rabbi7933 I believe there are some upgrades for the screen, but I haven’t looked too much into it.
I haven’t gone to backup camera on the trailer yet. My wife is very helpful when backing up. 😀
Does your truck have carpet or a rubber floor mat? Nice truck for a base model tradesman 👍
Mine came with the Ram rubber floor mats. Good fit and thick rubber. Thanks.
Looking at get one of these for myself.
Is there a 7pin connector inside the bed?
Have you found any cell phone holders that work well with it?
I’m going be pulling a 26’ travel trailer. So I need a place for my phone and the trailer cam.
That code is a bit alarming. I hope nothing ever becomes of it.
There is not a 7-pin in the bed, on mine.
They cleared both codes (battery, and o2 sensor) and I haven't had any other issues. I currently have about 4500 miles on it now.
So far, it's a great truck. It drives well for a daily driver (13 mph) and tows my 7500# trailer just fine. No complaints.
@@terryprevatt that’s good the code hasn’t come back.
I haven’t bought my best RV yet. But I’m assuming it will be a bunk model (not the bunk room type) and weigh between 6500-8000lbs.
Do you have a video showing your weight distribution setup?
@@rabbi7933 I don’t have video of WDH. I have the Equal-I-zer 4-point sway hitch control setup. I need to get a longer drop-down shank, as mine makes the trailer sit a little high in the front. It works fine, but I want the trailer even from front to back. More for my OCD than anything.
Rabbi, if you get the 5th wheel prep it has the 7 pin connector added just inside the bed on the drivers side inner bed wall.
@@LarryMusgrave Thanks for the info!
How is the engine holding up. I am debating between the F250 work truck or the Ram. I am concerned on rams cylinder disconnect to 4 cylinders. Not a fan of that. The firs 6.2 doesn’t have it. It like the Ram.
The engine is fine. I’m just over 13k miles now. Although I am not a fan of the cylinder disconnect, it hasn’t given me any issues thus far. I pull a 14k trailer every few months without any problems. 13-14 average mpg (15 hwy, 7.5 towing).
For me the Ram was chosen for price, but I would have no issues going back to Ford.
@@terryprevatt great. I thank you ans will always be a loyal follower.
Kind Regards
I’m looking at the 2500 for towing but would also like to use it as my daily driver. What type of fuel mileage is with the 2500 on the highway?
Currently mine is a daily driver as well. I get 12-13 in the city and 15-16 on the highway (unloaded). Its not great, but I'm satisfied with it.
Yes, 15 is about tops for highway, 9-10 towing
Lowest 12, highest 21 mpg. That is letting it coast a lot, and light on the throttle. My 5500 diesel is usually 9 mpg. Both 2017
@@terryprevatt wow... not great...
does it squeak and sound like a belt squeaking? i have a 19 and they can’t tell me what it is
I test drove a 2021 yesterday 2500 tradesmen and it squealed until it warned up a bit. Sure turned me off...
Mine does. Have taken back to the dealership 4 times and they can’t tell me what it is. But it does go away after it warms up
What Type of gas mileage do you get towing
6-7 mpg
My pet peeves on mopar vehicle, dealer for any repairs or specialist mopar guy.
Just got 2021 bighorn. I can't stand the way it sounds. Does yours sound like exhaust leak? Especially when it's cold?
Mine doesn’t sound like an exhaust leak, it just sounds tingy. Like the exhaust is very thin metal.
@@terryprevatt yes mine is the same and just trying figure out if that was normal. It's kinda embarrassing in my opinion. Buy a 50k truck and ot sounds like that. Wonder if there is any remedy to this, like maybe exhaust wrap or something.
Thanks for the reply
I talked to A good friend that’s A mechanic and said something to him about it. He said it was the fuel pump.I just bought my 2021 last Saturday and mine does the same thing. Kinda sad, like Hemi Classic Said you Pay 50k For A truck and it makes that kinda engine noise.
@@navyvet3660 it's not the fuel pump in my opinion. It comes from the front of the truck. Does yours?
Mine does the same embarrassing noise. Have brought it back to the dealership 4 times. First they said it was the heat shield. So they replaced it . It still makes the same damn loud noise every time I starts up. About to take it back again to have the full exhaust looked at
Do you have the 3.73 or 4.10 rear end?
4.10
The key pad is a ford exclusive. Ram Trucks do not have it to my knowledge
The keypad is a ford thing
Regarding the radio. Needs an update.
For me, Apple’s CarPlay is the key. Regardless of which vehicle I drive, if it has CarPlay, I know what the controls will look like and how they will react. Also all updates are automatic and free. I rarely use the ‘regular’ radio controls and just listen through CarPlay.
Need to be able to turn off the ECO mode! Very annoying driving around town.
I do turn it off some times. Highway I leave it on, around town I turn it off.
With the new superchips pulsar you can turn off MDS. Be careful in performance mode, it can get away from you. LOL
You can turn off echo by putting it in tow haul ball
I hate the Back Up Alarm! Don't know how to turn it off! Absolutely sucks!
Dodge has never had keypads...
Engine a lot better than ford by far and transmission
I am only 6000 miles in with the Ram, but so far I agree.
No keypad
Keypad is a Ford thing
Plenty of power 6 speed automatic sucks my 16 is a great work pick up
RAMs have 8 speed transmissions.
Hate having keys in my pocket..bruh seriously? Ocd much?
Yep, just one of my many quirks. Thanks for commenting 👍
The 6.4 hemi V8 has reliability issues, the lifters and the cam shaft cause issues in higher mileage and are brutally expensive when you need to have them fixed. The repair job will cost about 5k dollars. See this video for an example of the issue: th-cam.com/video/ScqUwzT71gY/w-d-xo.html
What are your thoughts on this? I only bring this up because I would love to pull the trigger on this truck but the longevity of the engine is very troubling.
I have seen lifter issues in some videos, but a lot of the time I feel the lack of maintenance is the issue. Not that the oil isn't being changed, but the type of oil plays a factor. My plan is to change oil every 5k miles at the dealer and I feel confident that I'll be fine. Changing it myself will cost about the same and at the dealership I'll get a tire rotation thrown in, so that's why I prefer bringing it in for service. Bottom line, I'm not concerned.
They are hardly any issues with this problem after 19. Any like the op said a lot of trucks didn’t have proper maintenance. Or Using the wrong weight oil . These need to have 0-40 pennzoil premium synthetic . My last one had 195.000 no lifter issues . I have a 2020 now
WRONG!!.... This dude posts the same on all RAM videos.
@@starmc26 how so, I am trying to gather information from people who actually own the trucks. This has nothing to do with speaking ill of them but rather getting information. FCA doesn't post any official information about this issue so how else do you suppose someone would determine how widespread the problem is?
@@albertatundra I DO own a 6.4 hemi power wagon, and HAVE owned a 5.7 RAM.... You're spewing junk hearsay, OLD information. FCA already remedied the cam and lifter issues with upgraded needle bearings and different cams, in 2016. What do you wanna say next, that the transmissions have issues?... Because that's a resolved issue since 2009.
You can’t buy a truck with chrome and then complain the truck has chrome. That’s on you.
Thanks for the insight Bud.
Mine had the chrome package too. I took it to a local paint shop who specializes in painting over chrome using a special acid to help it bind. He painted the grill, front and back bumpers for $1100. Problem solved.
@@maddrummerboy8173 I like that idea. I’ll look a round to find the same painter in my area:)
Gas mileage is horrible
Its to be expected with such a heavy truck. I recently had a Jeep Wrangler that got 12 mpg, so 15+ is fine with me.
It's not a 1500, or a car.