Tundra guy thinking about making the jump..

curboys · Aug 18, 2017

New guy here. I know traditionally I should be making an introductory post, but I figured I'd get right to the core.

I've been a Tundra guy since 2006 when I purchased my first Toyota Tundra.
I currently own a 2013 Tundra Platinum. Haven't had any issues with the Tundra's that I've owned. Really appreciate the quality that can be found in Toyota products. But I've become very frustrated that Toyota doesn't address fuel economy issues with the Tundra except for adding a 38 gallon gas tank. They've also been slow to add LED lighting and collision avoidance technology. And to top it off the Tundra's look to much like a Ford with that gawdy looking grille. Nothing stylish about it.

Over the last few months I've become attracted to the appearance of Ram Trucks. Aggressive and bold yet stylish. I've been looking at the Laramies, Laramie Longhorn, and Laramie Limited. Really like the Limited but it comes with a hefty price tag.

I guess my question for you Ram Truck guys is "Am I going to regret making the jump to a Ram Truck ?" Does the Ram quality match / exceed that of
Toyota's?

Thanks for ya'lls time.
John Curry

usaf2006 · Aug 18, 2017

Hey John,

Need I say more?

:roflsquared:

All kidding aside, I just bought this Rebel today. It looks low because it has air suspension and it's in "in and out" mode, 3" lowered from driving height easy to get in and out. This truck is AMAZING. Just go test drive one, you'll be hooked.

SYKRAMMAN · Aug 18, 2017

curboys said:
New guy here. I know traditionally I should be making an introductory post, but I figured I'd get right to the core.

I've been a Tundra guy since 2006 when I purchased my first Toyota Tundra.
I currently own a 2013 Tundra Platinum. Haven't had any issues with the Tundra's that I've owned. Really appreciate the quality that can be found in Toyota products. But I've become very frustrated that Toyota doesn't address fuel economy issues with the Tundra except for adding a 38 gallon gas tank. They've also been slow to add LED lighting and collision avoidance technology. And to top it off the Tundra's look to much like a Ford with that gawdy looking grille. Nothing stylish about it.

Over the last few months I've become attracted to the appearance of Ram Trucks. Aggressive and bold yet stylish. I've been looking at the Laramies, Laramie Longhorn, and Laramie Limited. Really like the Limited but it comes with a hefty price tag.

I guess my question for you Ram Truck guys is "Am I going to regret making the jump to a Ram Truck ?" Does the Ram quality match / exceed that of
Toyota's?

Thanks for ya'lls time.
John Curry

You will start to be attracted to the service department because you'll be seeing a lot of it, your are correct with the looks and features of a ram but no comparison in longevity in *** trucks especially now that they are making the cummins trucks.

ramportin1 · Aug 18, 2017

curboys said:
New guy here. I know traditionally I should be making an introductory post, but I figured I'd get right to the core.

I've been a Tundra guy since 2006 when I purchased my first Toyota Tundra.
I currently own a 2013 Tundra Platinum. Haven't had any issues with the Tundra's that I've owned. Really appreciate the quality that can be found in Toyota products. But I've become very frustrated that Toyota doesn't address fuel economy issues with the Tundra except for adding a 38 gallon gas tank. They've also been slow to add LED lighting and collision avoidance technology. And to top it off the Tundra's look to much like a Ford with that gawdy looking grille. Nothing stylish about it.

Over the last few months I've become attracted to the appearance of Ram Trucks. Aggressive and bold yet stylish. I've been looking at the Laramies, Laramie Longhorn, and Laramie Limited. Really like the Limited but it comes with a hefty price tag.

I guess my question for you Ram Truck guys is "Am I going to regret making the jump to a Ram Truck ?" Does the Ram quality match / exceed that of
Toyota's?

Thanks for ya'lls time.
John Curry

Ok so, I own a 2016 4runner TRD PRO along with my ram. Obviously trying to compare the two is apples and oranges however I have FOUR good buddies who also own newer tacoma TRD 's so based off of that (no tundra experience other then embarrassing the hell out of em when they wanna race lol) you will be IN LOVE with a ram Laramie. Hands down beats toyota In every dang way possible if you ask me and a Laramie or Laramie longhorn is WAY nicer inside then my absolute very tip top model 2016 4runner. Here's a pic of my 4runner so you can see I ain't bsing lol

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MarshRam · Aug 18, 2017

I think most everyone is going to side with Ram. Sure you would get a different variation of opinion on a Tundra forum. Lol...Never owned a Tundra. Never disliked the body style. Never actually been inside one. Overall, from what members have said that have had a Tundra or friends with one, Ram is an overall better quality. I am on my second Ram and an very happy with it. Had two Fords prior, probably won't own another one. I'm sure the details you are looking for are to follow.

We're rooting for you!!!

:happy107:

ramportin1 · Aug 18, 2017

Sorry don't know why it flipped the pics

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TruckNut · Aug 18, 2017

I had a 2006 Tacoma and a 2012 4Runner. The comfort isn't there. My 4 Runner would have run forever, but it was very "Low-Tech"......plus my wife didn't like the passenger seat very much. Rams are pretty solid vehicles. Love mine.

ScottFL · Aug 18, 2017

My last Toyota was a 92 Tercel (my first new car) and my family has all owned Toyota's mostly Camry's and Avalon's and I could never get past the appliance like manner of them. Quality, sure but soul, nah. I will say that I did not even test drive the Tundra as in the past the Toyota dealers are not willing to play ball when it comes to negotiating. After one hour of back and forth at the RAM dealer I paid 1k more than I went in asking for with my trade in.

I'm in my very first pickup and absolutely love the Laramie Longhorn, the interior and quality of the leather and real wood outclasses many luxury nameplates. I've got less than 3k on her now but can certainly say if she were totaled tomorrow I would be looking for another Longhorn. Good luck with your decision.

UnsatFC · Aug 18, 2017

I have never been in a newer tundra however I really like my RAM. If you're looking into getting a higher end trim model I'm sure you will be very happy with it.

ramportin1 · Aug 18, 2017

That above post is as legit as it gets

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UnsatFC · Aug 18, 2017

That's a nice taco

ramportin1 said:
Ok so, I own a 2016 4runner TRD PRO along with my ram. Obviously trying to compare the two is apples and oranges however I have FOUR good buddies who also own newer tacoma TRD 's so based off of that (no tundra experience other then embarrassing the hell out of em when they wanna race lol) you will be IN LOVE with a ram Laramie. Hands down beats toyota In every dang way possible if you ask me and a Laramie or Laramie longhorn is WAY nicer inside then my absolute very tip top model 2016 4runner. Here's a pic of my 4runner so you can see I ain't bsing lol

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ramportin1 · Aug 18, 2017

UnsatFC said:
That's a nice taco

Lol thanks. It's my grocery getr, but obviously I had to do just a couple mods ha

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ramportin1 · Aug 18, 2017

SYKRAMMAN said:
You will start to be attracted to the service department because you'll be seeing a lot of it, your are correct with the looks and features of a ram but no comparison in longevity in *** trucks especially now that they are making the cummins trucks.

Strongly disagree and this is coming from someone who actually owns a new top model "*** truck." My 4runner has under 20k on it and it had seen the Toyota service dept 3 times for issues (that were warranty fixed.) My 2007 ram with 74k miles has seen a service dept 3 times, a coil pack going bad, a water pump going bad and a injector (all covered by warranty.) So yeah, the "*** truck" is already caught up to the 10 year old hemi so pfffffffft to your claim lol. Not to mention the GOD AWFUL ZERO power. And look up ANY hemi that has been maintained by someone who actually knows something and see the miles they get to.... your dead wrong

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69GWC · Aug 18, 2017

That claim that Toyotas dont break down is pure crap, they break down just like all of them I know enough people that own them to know they get fixed just as much.

ramportin1 · Aug 19, 2017

69GWC said:
That claim that Toyotas dont break down is pure crap, they break down just like all of them I know enough people that own them to know they get fixed just as much.

Yeah i actually own a new one and can verify so pffft to anyone that says otherwise. I honestly like my 4runner, I gets a ton of looks and rides very smooth on and off road. But I have had WAY more issues at such a low mileage then I ever would have expected and it is 100% gutless, and the interior is very basic/generic AND my less then a year old vinyl is already fading to grey so there..... will it last me a long time I am still confident in saying yes... can it in anyway shape or form compare to the power or quality of a Laramie longhorn hemi absolutely not in any way

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07MegaCabRam · Aug 19, 2017

Funny how people think that Toyota is never broken.

I know a Toyota tech and he tells me things. I laugh at the things he tells me.

Heck, Does your Ram dealership have a day care, coffee shop, donut shop and lounges?!

My buddy had a 2013 Tundra and he has a number of issues with valve cover gaskets leaking on the passenger side.

He left it and went to a 2500 Megacab CTD.. he said that Toyota has NOTHING to his Ram, he is even Asian... the only thing he misses is the Toyota rear window.. how the entire thing rolls down.. he really misses that..

I'd test drive a few and get a feel..

DRIVE .. DRIVE and DRIVE..

Heck, see if they will let you 'borrow' the one you want over night. Some dealerships will allow this.

ramportin1 · Aug 19, 2017

07MegaCabRam said:
Funny how people think that Toyota is never broken.

I know a Toyota tech and he tells me things. I laugh at the things he tells me.

Heck, Does your Ram dealership have a day care, coffee shop, donut shop and lounges?!

My buddy had a 2013 Tundra and he has a number of issues with valve cover gaskets leaking on the passenger side.

He left it and went to a 2500 Megacab CTD.. he said that Toyota has NOTHING to his Ram, he is even Asian... the only thing he misses is the Toyota rear window.. how the entire thing rolls down.. he really misses that..

I'd test drive a few and get a feel..

DRIVE .. DRIVE and DRIVE..

Heck, see if they will let you 'borrow' the one you want over night. Some dealerships will allow this.

Kinda funny, I always thought the back window rolling down was super cool until I had it and realized it makes not a dang single difference lol at least in mine. However it does come in handy when I travel with my dog as he loves having that back window open so I guess it does kinda come in handy for me

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Ratket · Aug 19, 2017

So do you want a 1/2 ton or a 3/4 ton?
I know a lot of guys get into a tundra thinking it is a 3/4 ton and when they realize it's not what they expected they then move to one of the " Big 3 " 3/4 tons-
Let's keep this on point-
What are your needs? what are your wants?

As far as crash collision/ "Self parking/self backing"... personally that **** scares the **** outta me-

Csanders1992 · Aug 19, 2017

ramportin1 said:
Strongly disagree and this is coming from someone who actually owns a new top model "*** truck." My 4runner has under 20k on it and it had seen the Toyota service dept 3 times for issues (that were warranty fixed.) My 2007 ram with 74k miles has seen a service dept 3 times, a coil pack going bad, a water pump going bad and a injector (all covered by warranty.) So yeah, the "*** truck" is already caught up to the 10 year old hemi so pfffffffft to your claim lol. Not to mention the GOD AWFUL ZERO power. And look up ANY hemi that has been maintained by someone who actually knows something and see the miles they get to.... your dead wrong

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You own a 4Runner. Not a *** truck. Let's compare the 4Runner to something in its class next time. Also the 3rd gen ram is arguably one of worst quality trucks made in the past 20 years. So there's not much to stand on there.

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TerraNewf · Aug 19, 2017

Csanders1992 said:
You own a 4Runner. Not a *** truck. Let's compare the 4Runner to something in its class next time. Also the 3rd gen ram is arguably one of worst quality trucks made in the past 20 years. So there's not much to stand on there.

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