2021 RAM 2500 6.4L HEMI MEGA CAB LIMITED | 5 DISLIKES 👎
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There aren't a lot of things to dislike about this truck however, no truck is perfect. Here are my top 5 dislikes about this truck.
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even my 392 wrangler have that sound..
Can't stand it
I have a 2015 Silverado 2500 HD 2WD, an excellent machine, by the nature of my work I sometimes had problems because I need a 4x4 So I decided to look for a used one, and I bought it at a salvage auction with a bump I bought a Ram 2500 limited 6.4 hemi , when I heard the sound of the engine, I was scared, because it is a horrible noise, so I searched TH-cam and found hundreds of videos that affirm that it is normal, the point is that I changed the oil and used mobil 1 for European cars SEA 0 -W40 full synthetic. and that made that sound much better, it is still heard but not so horrible.
This is great to know! Thanks for sharing.
I have the same truck, love it. But... I agree with you about that noise when it's started. I have the 4.10 gears and it passes everything but a gas station!!! Tows like a monster though, just finished a 7500 mile trip through the mountains and it rocked it.
Great video dude.
I appreciate it! I bet that 4.10 is a beast. Yeah that noise is terrible. The truck is too good to sound like that. Safe travels and I appreciate you watching.
In addition to the annoying noise at startup do you notice under light acceleration with your windows down a slight whoosh or whistle noise the 6.4 makes.
Yes and I hate it. It's not as bad now that I've gotten used to it
@@liveyourfree both noises are certainly annoying. Sad the quality control on these things have gone down. I otherwise absolutely love the truck. Maybe Ram will come up with a fix one of these days.
@@MadGreekOff-Road I couldn't agree with you more. It really does a disservice to how great the truck is
Haha when i bought mine i freaked out and thought something was seriously wrong with it chirping like that on start up Now i really don’t notice it.
I got a 2021 limited 2500 Diesel. Same complaints lol. Great video bud!
Thanks and thanks for watching! Hopefully RAM can figure it out.
After owning a 16 6.4, that squeak sound would drive me nuts. Mine would get worse when I was in reverse as well. Took it to the dealer and of course they said it was normal. The gas mileage was crap as well, but to be honest after a year or so I wasn’t even paying attention to it anymore. The truck would pull good and was super reliable so i got over it. I’m in a Cummins now and yes the mpgs are better but now I got dpf filters and regens to worry about. Had the truck in the shop twice now for a dpf sensor (2021 x5k miles) while my gas rig never threw a code much less went for service. Good looking truck by the way. I got the same set up but crew cab.
That's good to know. I can tell that I am paying attention to it less and less. Just a bad look for RAM to have perfectly working trucks sounding like that. I've heard that when diesels mess up they can be tough to deal with especially with all the emission stuff. I hope it gets better for you my friend
@@liveyourfree just picked up 2500 6.4 squealing sound at start up then goes away after few min is it same for you ?
@@Artur3575 yes its the same for me too. It goes away after about 8 minutes. My problem is that 8 minutes of idling adds up on the mpg front over time. At least it does go away. When I'm in tow haul mode it does not go away
@@liveyourfree did you check with dealer? I only have the truck for 2 days
Man I'm looking for a ram 2500 Hami love it but it seems like there are a lot of things that could be better love watching your videos have kids we camp I use my truck for work and lots of play might hold off and do more research but I don't like ford or Chevy f... Me
I get it and i agree there is better out there. The 7.3 for seems to flat out be better for sure. With the change ram is making, I am thinking I will likely be in a Ford next. It's tough because there are a lot of things I like about ram. They are just falling behind in some areas and don't seem to be committed to innovation. I get where you are coming from for sure
I agree with you. I understand I pay much more for my 2020 RAM Limited 2500 diesel. But, I'd like to add; no heads up display; manual telescopic steering wheel, really!; no towing or payloads listing in door jam: Tongue, Hitch weights, etc; What we pay for in 'luxury', RAM could do better!
Yes sir. Agree 100% with you!
Well said
THE INFAMOUS HEMI TICK!!!! Been there. 😂😂💪 had two of them and they both sounded like that at cold start.
Beautiful truck, wish I had the 💵 for a limited, but I love my tradesman with the hemi
Thank you. Brother we are both in the Ram family so we know we both have great trucks no matter the trim😀
Tienes una Tradesman 2500?
@@charlierosado1514 limited
Hablas español?
@@liveyourfree habla español?
I have a 2020 6.4 Tradesman. It makes the same sound when its first started of the morning. I bought mine to pull our 36' 7600lb camper. Everyone said I should have bought a cummins, but I can't see driving one every day and the original cost and up keep are to high.
The diesel is the only way to go . The most highly sought after trucks now are diesel 4x4 in great shape. Factories can't build them fast enough because of parts issues . I had my ram dealer purchase my 2018 Ram 2500 for as much as I paid for it brand new. I then ordered a 2022 Ram 2500 limited mega cab diesel for 86/k . The dealers out West can't get new diesels so the used trucks are in high demand. A gas truck resale gets hammered .
I still like my 2022 Ram 1500 Limited 10th anniversary edition. By the way I’m towing a 38ft Jayco White Hawk with it. I won’t lie I had to put a 4 point equalizer weight distribution hitch on it. Those Hemi’s are stout when it comes to towing.
Ah, the chirping. Mine does the same. Hopefully we won't get the hemi tick. I have 2021 tradesman, great truck so far
I hear you on that my friend. I am not sure it I have just gotten used to it or if it has gotten better but I don't even notice it anymore. Now that hemi tick...that can stay as far away as possible haha. So far so good
I have a 2021 Ram 2500 6.4 Himi and it makes the same sound. I have been told it's normal.
Yea me too. I've gotten used to it now but shouldn't have to. It is what it is I guess
Dude there called moose ears in I got a 2500 to tow my camper I've had 5 1500 and 1 2500 love them
That's the first I've heard of that name. It makes sense though. I appreciate you watching. Enjoy that Ram!
Best mirrors in there market. Daily drive with them up, screw all the haters.
Lol gotta go with what makes you happy good brother. I appreciate you watching
Moose mode
Hey what's, have you thought about a cold air intake and driving with tailgate down to create less drag on the highway and in town if not towing or hauling, and it wouldn't be a bad idea to invest in a pedal device to take the lag out if the pedal, less acceleration better gas mileage, and always check tire pressure it affects gas mileage big time, God bless God is Love
Good ideas to look into for sure. I appreciate the suggestions. Definitely worth checking out. Thanks good brother
A $250 tonneau cover gives you better aerodynamics with out the dropped tailgate which is illegal in many states.
Are those running boards all the way to the bed? Like well to well?
It stops at back of the rear doors
Yes it is a thirsty beast. But like you said, know that going in. It does the job. Regarding the Ford Godzilla engine, it has had it problems as well, not to mention the 10 is not as smooth as Ram's 8 speed. Going up grades it seems to search for the right gear. I don't look for any of the automakers to invest in further V8 development. Seems electric is the future. But I don't see it as being ready for HD and towing usage.
I wasn't aware of the 7.3 having engine problems. Naturally all will have trucks that malfunction but wasn't aware it was a well know thing. I agree with what you say about electric being the way to go for the future. I was having that same conversation about a month ago with a guy about how long before they are able to develop the necessary range and charging infrastructure for towing trucks. As crazy as it may sound for some, I think diesel will start fading as electric continues to mature. I haven't figured out where I think gas engine will fall in that timeline. You have a good point with no further investment into the v8 engine. Thanks for adding value my friend
This complaint list is ass
Fuel economy and seat/ride
Why did you get rid of the 1500 which a limited 1500 is same cab only difference is back seats recline some but if your not in passenger seat why would you be in rear?
You got a HD truck fuel economy is ass but it’s purposefully towing 15-20k constant vs daily driver
Chirping is a pushrod motor
10,000 more up front but you still got it at the end, great looking truck though.
I don't necessarily disagree with you. I'm just concerned with the in between the up front part and the end. Depending on how it does maintenance wise during the life of the truck will really tell that story. I know when diesels go down, they can be much more expensive to get back up. If only we had a crystal ball lol. I appreciate you watching and commenting my friend
I get u, hv Ram 18 25006.7. Debating about getting gasser, but gas price in California is more than diesel.
That makes sense. I believe it will really come down to how you will use the truck to figure out which will make more sense for you. If you can, let me know what you come out with!
@@liveyourfree for sure bruh, deciding F250 7.3 r 6.4 Hemi Mega Cab
@@denden01161 that's tough! I think you will win either way you go. Gas mileage I believe will go to the Ford. Comfort will go to the RAM due to the suspension. Performance will go to the Ford in being able to pull more and have a higher payload. Interior will go to the RAM. Tough decision!
@@liveyourfree for real I pulled 35ft TT 8K lbs, from California to Florida to Wyoming n back was fine with diesel. But fuel here man almost $5 gal, but your rt tough decision.
Just traded the ol 2020 Chevrolet 1500 duramax RST after only 46000 miles for a 2021 ram 2500 Cummins Bighorn crew cab 4x4 to make towing the camper that much easier. Be honest, best decision I made. Ram makes a superior truck IMO, but they still ain’t perfect.
Congrats! I agree with you. They are imperfectly superior. Enjoy my friend!
My buddy gets 17 on the highway. Pretty great for a gas heavy duty. Maybe idle less. Not sure on how many miles you have on it. Maybe it will get a little better.
I hope so my friend. It has just under 10k miles on it. 100% agree on the idling. I get 17mpg on the highway driving exactly on the speed limit the whole way. I can forget about keeping up with the flow of traffic and getting 17 mpg though. The city is what kills the mpg. I'm still holding out hope that it gets better.
Man I wish I could get just 13 on the highway in my 2022 7.3 Ford. Thing sucks gas so bad!
Do you have to use premium fuel or regular ?
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I would of rather had the 7.3 Ford but I just couldn't get over the interior vs the rams. Ford just looks so cheap to me, I guess to me the fuel economy isn't bad, mine is a 2021 tradesman with the 6.4 hemi 4x4 and the 3.73 gears and I get about 11-12 mpg in the city and 18+ on the highway which isn't much worse than my last 1500. If I have a true 50/50 city highway tank I can get 14.5-15.5 mpg not towing. That seems pretty good to me especially for being a big heavy 2500, but I don't know maybe I'm wrong? Is the Ford and Chevy mpg better than the ram 2500s? I do drive conservatively though
I haven't driven a 7.3 yet but have heard a lot of good things about them. On paper at least, I would have rather had the 7.3 as well. Like any truck, they have their issues too but the numbers (on paper) are all around better than the 6.4 hemi. I agree with you 100% that the interior was too much to turn away from. It is a heavy duty truck so gas mileage definitely shouldn't be expected to be great. I don't think the competing brands are that much better if at all. I have a heavier limited to add to the already heavy truck so I'm not doing myself any favors. It's not my daily driver so it's not something I can't avoid if need be. All that to say, I think your assessment is valid.
Definitely not ready for the horrendous gas mileage on this thing, I do way too much daily driving right now. Maybe when my son has his own car and I'm not taxi cabbing him everywhere lol
Lol! I get it. They are definitely thirsty. I really only drive it if I'm doing something off road or towing. Outside of that, I'm driving the car!
The sound is exhaust leak to me mine does the same thing and Im told it's an exhaust leak.
Diesel all the way ! A diesel is better on fuel mileage and can pull your boat or trailer much easier and the Exhaust brake is fabulous. Slows and maintains your tow load safely and saves on your brakes. If you maintain your vehicles properly and don't beat the crap out of it the resale value with the diesel upcharge will pay you back.
Have you done any performance upgrades to the truck?
No sir. Pure stock
@@liveyourfree keep us posted if you do.
Seized lifter bearing beating the cam
I agree it's embarrassing in a 60k+ truck and sounds this bad. Mine is the same. 21 ram 6.4. Almost is a deal breaker fir me and about to trade it in. Sounds like old Ford Wth manifold leak wtf 🤦♂️
Exactly my friend. I will admit that I don't hear it as much now but moreover because I think I have subconsciously gotten used to it. It's still there though
@Live Your Free I'm used to it also. Only bothers me when somebody else says something about it. Then I'm pissed lol
I am with you in that!
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