One of the aspects of this motor that makes it indestructible is the timing gear. There’s no timing chain, the cam is driven directly off the crank with an industrial strength gear set. This motor can pull out oak tree stumps.
I love these trucks! The 3rd gen Rams (I'm not the biggest fan of the 06 front end facelift) are one of my favorite styles as they're very laid back and they don't need to look super intimidating, the engines are very solid, and they're simple, but not so simple where you have mechanical fuel injection. It really gives the best of the modern electronics, 24 valve heads, without being so new that they are post-emission vehicles. The 6 speed also brings an awesome feeling just thinking about it. If I actually needed a truck to hotshot with and I could find one (even if it's an 06-07 as well with the 5.9), I'd love to snap it up! I hope the truck treats Matt well.
Manual is the only way to go, otherwise that transmission is gonna go. It's awesome as always to see both. I rarely see the automatics left nowadays LOL
funny enough i have one of thoes few autos left and ofcourse I did a tans a few months ago. but I totally agree with you my cousin had the 5 speed and that was a blast. maybe one day ill get my hands on a 6 speed one to try out.
The majority of these trucks are automatic. A built auto is stronger then the manual. The built auto is faster. The built auto is easier to drive. The auto is not a bad transmission once built. I have two manual Cummins. Trash talking autos is stupid. They are better. Both stock auto and manual are weak.
PS, I guarantee there are more automatic trucks still on the road than manuals. When you physically make more autos, and most guys with a manual that use them for hauling or ranch, they die more. Show us your ignorance some more though, it’s laughable
@@wyo_garage20 actually about how much does it cost to build one up. I'm new to the 3rd gen era of the trucks and was just seeing the pre built ones but figured it had to be a way to upgrade as the car scene I'm used to
I got a 12er and a 24 valve. Both are solid trucks and solid engines. The 24v is my main hauler/Daily and that thing is still kickin almost 300k on the clock
These engines are legendary for a reason. With a manual, he can probably still get good money for this truck even though it's a bit worn. I always found it funny that if you order a Ram with tow mirrors, you get antler mirrors all the time even if you're not towing. Ford and GM figured out how to make them slide in and out but Ram just lets them stick out and up.
I have this exact truck….except it’s totally stock, auto, 2wd and it’s still a beast. I haul a big truck camper and that Cummins isn’t working at all! It’s at 168K so it’s got a full life left in it. Thanks for the great review!
I rebuild my automatic in my 2005 Dodge ram 2500 I have have had no problems other than a transmission cooler. By the way it's fully built with 3 disk torque converter.
Generally, that is known as a 5.9 common rail. Vp44 trucks are known as 24 valves. Nonetheless, that is a stout set up in that truck. Can't beat a manual diesel.
yes the 6.7 has all the emissions stuff. but putting it on diet with a tune and the 6.7 is no slouch. The 5.9 is a bit of a slug, i mean they can still haul the mail. but i had a SRW 4th gen 6.7 and it pulled my 40ft'er with ease. I love 3rd gen 5.9's but the integrated trailer brake and exhaust brakes are a game changer when hauling.
@@natedog01able oh absolutely love the feel of a ZF6. Not a big fan of the ZF5 tho it feels about the same as a NV. The Dodge G56 is really good tho. Just both the NVs are very sloppy feeling
Interesting to see the difference between you and mr regular reviewing similar utes. Newer cummins are just as reliable stock in actual trucks. A dpf isn't hard to keep alive.
I would rather have a 5.9 but I have a 07 6.7 pre emmisions and it has almost 1 million miles on it. many things have failed along the way but its never be rebuilt. hoping to get another couple 100 thousand miles out of it
Early 6.7 cummins thats been deleted, studded and tuned will be the way to go. Especially with a G56 trans with a dual disk clutch. Early i mean 07.5 to about 2012 ish.
@@wyo_garage20 a mega cab with a long bed is going to be over 22 feet long. Do you not understand how long that is? To put that into perspective some of the biggest 5th wheel trailers they sell are around 32 to 34 feet long lol...
@@IvanKorsinsky Do you have any clue how absolutely clueless you sound? Any at all? Im confident I’ve been around more long bed Megas than you have. A mega cab is the same length as a quad cab long bed, about 20’ 9”, less than 21’. A ford crew cab longbox from the same generation as the 3rd gen Megas is just under 22’. A current f350 crew/long is just over 22’. Like I said, a long bed mega isn’t overly long. They’re perfect. And like 2” or so longer than a current ford
@@wyo_garage20 I'm not talking about a mega cab short bed or crew cab long bed I'm talking about a mega cab long bed. I think it's time to take some English classes lol.
Cummings make a bunch of engines to a bunch of vehicles like overseas vehicles like Chinese trucks, Buses and heavy equipments vehicles, that what I like about some cumming engines because parts are easy to find
That is a great deal the truck I have a 2003 dodge ram 1500 quad cab short bed 2wd 5.7 hemi I got from a family member as my first truck a few years ago and it got the paper work he bought it new in 2003 and payed 29k
Yay for the engine... BIG NAY for the manual... Sounds like a real torture for the driver, especially for this type of a job (go away macho-old fashioned manual coal stirring lovers, this comment is not for you)... The truck itself looks very good... Diesel is the only way to go for this kind of a job.
@@andypedro8905And clutches don't go out? Forks? Disc's themselves? Everything can and will breakdown at one point or another, even if it's not used...
The automatics paired to these diesels are absolute massive hunks of shit. They're unreliable don't work the way they should with a diesel and have a worse powerband. Manual is quite literally the only way to go.
@@IvanKorsinskyWhy is it all the high up guys are using built 48s. The 48 is 3x as strong as a g56. I'm a manual guy, but built autos are just better. It's 2024, not 1994. They know how to build the. In the aftermarket world
@@specializ20 aftermarket is a whole different thing. I'm talking stock for stock. How much potential it has doesn't matter if you're not gonna build it. As a stock transmission it's a massive pile of shit and will always be one stock. Throw several thousands of dollars into it and I'm sure it's gonna be as good as the manual but this isn't the case obviously.
@@IvanKorsinsky This is where you miss the point. Stock for stock. The manual is also junk. The DMF stock clutch is junk!!! Look at it objectively with all the facts. With no bias. Both stock for stock are shit.
You should probably write to some peeps so you can feature some real muscle cars on your channel. The likely hood of someone submitting a form so you can drive a true muscle car is very slim! Not hating, just saying…😂and for that reason I’m out! Good luck with the channel!
One of the aspects of this motor that makes it indestructible is the timing gear. There’s no timing chain, the cam is driven directly off the crank with an industrial strength gear set. This motor can pull out oak tree stumps.
This is not referred to as a 24v. It’s a Common Rail. Yes, it’s a 24v, but colloquially the 24v refers to the ‘98.5-‘02 VP trucks.
Whoopdee doo, no one cares!
I love these trucks! The 3rd gen Rams (I'm not the biggest fan of the 06 front end facelift) are one of my favorite styles as they're very laid back and they don't need to look super intimidating, the engines are very solid, and they're simple, but not so simple where you have mechanical fuel injection. It really gives the best of the modern electronics, 24 valve heads, without being so new that they are post-emission vehicles. The 6 speed also brings an awesome feeling just thinking about it.
If I actually needed a truck to hotshot with and I could find one (even if it's an 06-07 as well with the 5.9), I'd love to snap it up! I hope the truck treats Matt well.
Manual is the only way to go, otherwise that transmission is gonna go. It's awesome as always to see both. I rarely see the automatics left nowadays LOL
funny enough i have one of thoes few autos left and ofcourse I did a tans a few months ago. but I totally agree with you my cousin had the 5 speed and that was a blast. maybe one day ill get my hands on a 6 speed one to try out.
The majority of these trucks are automatic. A built auto is stronger then the manual. The built auto is faster. The built auto is easier to drive. The auto is not a bad transmission once built. I have two manual Cummins. Trash talking autos is stupid. They are better. Both stock auto and manual are weak.
Incorrect. Auto is FANTASTIC! A converter and valvebody work wonders, fully upgraded unbeatable.
PS, I guarantee there are more automatic trucks still on the road than manuals. When you physically make more autos, and most guys with a manual that use them for hauling or ranch, they die more. Show us your ignorance some more though, it’s laughable
@@wyo_garage20 actually about how much does it cost to build one up. I'm new to the 3rd gen era of the trucks and was just seeing the pre built ones but figured it had to be a way to upgrade as the car scene I'm used to
I've always loved the looks of those trucks, & the fact that it has the right number of pedals is a bonus!
This was truck my dad used to drive. Same model, dually, manual. Might’ve not been the same year, but same generation. That truck was incredible.
The 24V was great, but the 12V remains the GOAT.
Agreed. Never see any praise for the 24v for a reason. The 12 is the way to go
the 12v is great but the common rail trucks are just a mile ahead. They are a lot pricier to play with though
@@bldontmatter5319Um. Everyone sings the praises of 24v’s, and CR’s as well.
I got a 12er and a 24 valve. Both are solid trucks and solid engines. The 24v is my main hauler/Daily and that thing is still kickin almost 300k on the clock
If you're talking unmodified, the 24v blows the 12v out of the water. However, the 12v is easier to modify,
I always wanted to see one of these Cummins engine RAMs on your channel: a real RAM!
These engines are legendary for a reason. With a manual, he can probably still get good money for this truck even though it's a bit worn.
I always found it funny that if you order a Ram with tow mirrors, you get antler mirrors all the time even if you're not towing. Ford and GM figured out how to make them slide in and out but Ram just lets them stick out and up.
Ram tow mirrors are great. Folded down ram tow mirrors are terrible.
They fold down. Not rocket science. Don’t be pissed because they did it differently (and more usable btw) than the other two.
I have this exact truck….except it’s totally stock, auto, 2wd and it’s still a beast. I haul a big truck camper and that Cummins isn’t working at all! It’s at 168K so it’s got a full life left in it. Thanks for the great review!
I rebuild my automatic in my 2005 Dodge ram 2500 I have have had no problems other than a transmission cooler. By the way it's fully built with 3 disk torque converter.
didn't the new venture 5600 6 speed get replaced by the getrag 6 speed in '06?
what valve cover set up is he running. I'm assuming that's a catch can set up on there.
4:07 what is that phone name? 🤣
I found it so weird hearing it called ZeeF, instead of ZdF that I had to think for a moment and realised what transmission he was talking about.
Never knew Jack Black is reviewing this hidden gem
Just bought one love it
Wish you would come to the UK and do some of our cars 😁 great video as always bro
Generally, that is known as a 5.9 common rail. Vp44 trucks are known as 24 valves. Nonetheless, that is a stout set up in that truck. Can't beat a manual diesel.
Geez, hearing you talk about the color being “period correct” on a 2005 MY vehicle REALLY makes me feel old 😂
Man I just bought one looks the exact same I have the NV5600 I freaking love it feeling like a real semi truck
They should've built the super duties with these engines too
The Holy Grail of diesels..
yes the 6.7 has all the emissions stuff. but putting it on diet with a tune and the 6.7 is no slouch. The 5.9 is a bit of a slug, i mean they can still haul the mail. but i had a SRW 4th gen 6.7 and it pulled my 40ft'er with ease. I love 3rd gen 5.9's but the integrated trailer brake and exhaust brakes are a game changer when hauling.
Happy to see a used/private vehicle.
isnt that what this channel is all about?
@@bigballz4u Nope
@@doug6191 Almost all of his reviews are private used vehicles
@@bigballz4u it is, this guy is just special
Dodge trucks did not have ZF gear boxes. Or was it swapped to a ZF?
I think the zf 6 speed manual is a better transmission than a dodge 6 speed manual
@@natedog01able oh absolutely love the feel of a ZF6. Not a big fan of the ZF5 tho it feels about the same as a NV. The Dodge G56 is really good tho. Just both the NVs are very sloppy feeling
YT people always have a good friend they have to reference to..😂😂😂
I LOVE these, but even more so the early models of the gen after
Badass truck, she's ready to work💪🏾💪🏾
My dad has this same rig but not a dually . 2004 four door long bed 6 speed 5.9.....
[thank, you for you're great video.👍 just bought one with low mileage at 164 400]🙏
Trans is an NV5600…. Not a ZF
Yup😂
Wrong, its a G56
@@mattforseth8524wrong it’s a nv5600
05 they offered both the nv5600 and the g56
When they were DaimlerChrysler, Chrysler's product quality improved a little. But after they divorce, Chrysler went downhill
Interesting to see the difference between you and mr regular reviewing similar utes.
Newer cummins are just as reliable stock in actual trucks. A dpf isn't hard to keep alive.
How would you compare that to the 12v?
I would rather have a 5.9 but I have a 07 6.7 pre emmisions and it has almost 1 million miles on it. many things have failed along the way but its never be rebuilt. hoping to get another couple 100 thousand miles out of it
Cummins diesel is the only way to go!
Okay 😂 slow 🐌
Honestly that’s a good looking truck for the time
Early 6.7 cummins thats been deleted, studded and tuned will be the way to go. Especially with a G56 trans with a dual disk clutch. Early i mean 07.5 to about 2012 ish.
Only thing that’s make it better is the mega cab
@@andypedro8905mega cab with long bed? That's so long lol... that's near the size of a semi truck with a proper sized sleeper in it...
@@IvanKorsinskyThey really aren’t overly long at all. Mega long is the best rig out there
@@wyo_garage20 a mega cab with a long bed is going to be over 22 feet long. Do you not understand how long that is? To put that into perspective some of the biggest 5th wheel trailers they sell are around 32 to 34 feet long lol...
@@IvanKorsinsky Do you have any clue how absolutely clueless you sound? Any at all? Im confident I’ve been around more long bed Megas than you have.
A mega cab is the same length as a quad cab long bed, about 20’ 9”, less than 21’. A ford crew cab longbox from the same generation as the 3rd gen Megas is just under 22’. A current f350 crew/long is just over 22’.
Like I said, a long bed mega isn’t overly long. They’re perfect. And like 2” or so longer than a current ford
@@wyo_garage20 I'm not talking about a mega cab short bed or crew cab long bed I'm talking about a mega cab long bed. I think it's time to take some English classes lol.
Are these the ram diesel engines that can last like half a million miles?
They aren't RAM engines they are Cummins, a separate company. These can usually last less or more of 1/2 million miles if maintained well
It's not unheard of for the Cummins-built inline six to go a million miles. Tyler Hoover has one.
My 2007 ram with a 6.7 Cummins has over half a million miles
I've had many actual trucks with isl and isc Cummins at 24,000 hours untouched except for a fuel pump and injectors. 24000 hours is over 1million KMs.
Pretty much unstoppable.
Beautiful truck amazing color
For what purpose was he idling for 5 days?
Cummings make a bunch of engines to a bunch of vehicles like overseas vehicles like Chinese trucks, Buses and heavy equipments vehicles, that what I like about some cumming engines because parts are easy to find
Dad payed 33k for his 2005 new.
That is a great deal the truck I have a 2003 dodge ram 1500 quad cab short bed 2wd 5.7 hemi I got from a family member as my first truck a few years ago and it got the paper work he bought it new in 2003 and payed 29k
272k seems kinda low for a hotshot truck. My dads got 440k on his 04
I wonder what kinda mpgs this guy gets!!?!?
12v, 24v common rail, 24v second gens.
Just get a tune for 100hp increase
that's a truck.
He should get rid of that middle rear taillight on the tailgate, those chrome door handles, and get rid of that gay ass hood
Tailgate light is DOT requirement for width. If it’s used to haul and gets inspected, automatic out of service violation.
Yay for the engine... BIG NAY for the manual... Sounds like a real torture for the driver, especially for this type of a job (go away macho-old fashioned manual coal stirring lovers, this comment is not for you)... The truck itself looks very good... Diesel is the only way to go for this kind of a job.
@@andypedro8905And clutches don't go out? Forks? Disc's themselves? Everything can and will breakdown at one point or another, even if it's not used...
The automatics paired to these diesels are absolute massive hunks of shit. They're unreliable don't work the way they should with a diesel and have a worse powerband. Manual is quite literally the only way to go.
@@IvanKorsinskyWhy is it all the high up guys are using built 48s. The 48 is 3x as strong as a g56. I'm a manual guy, but built autos are just better. It's 2024, not 1994. They know how to build the. In the aftermarket world
@@specializ20 aftermarket is a whole different thing. I'm talking stock for stock. How much potential it has doesn't matter if you're not gonna build it. As a stock transmission it's a massive pile of shit and will always be one stock. Throw several thousands of dollars into it and I'm sure it's gonna be as good as the manual but this isn't the case obviously.
@@IvanKorsinsky This is where you miss the point. Stock for stock. The manual is also junk. The DMF stock clutch is junk!!! Look at it objectively with all the facts. With no bias. Both stock for stock are shit.
Doesn't seem like a hotshot truck to me.
A 2wd
Mega is what hot shotters use
You should probably write to some peeps so you can feature some real muscle cars on your channel. The likely hood of someone submitting a form so you can drive a true muscle car is very slim! Not hating, just saying…😂and for that reason I’m out! Good luck with the channel!