FordConvert
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- Jan 2, 2014
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- Ram Year
- 2004 Ram
- Engine
- 5.7 Hemi
Alright guys, I have had two Fords and my family has owned several others and a couple GM trucks. Always great cars always run well without issues. My dad always told me to avoid Chrysler products, but I find myself after a Ram 1500 for my next vehicle. Here is what I want to know: My price range combined with what I want in a truck puts me with a higher mileage 4.7 or 5.7 automatic 4x4. I am looking at trucks with around 150 to 180k miles. In a Ford I wouldn't have an issue with these miles, but I have read online extensively and have some concerns with the durability of these trucks, if i buy a Ram with 170k miles on it, that has been well maintained, can i expect another 50k miles or so with good care. I realize somethings just wear out, but I don't want to have a truck that is always in the shop with some issue or suffers major mechanical failure. I see tranny issues are somewhat common, but I also see trucks with high mileage on the original tranny. I have also seen some debate to how well the 5.7 holds up compared to the 4.7 dodge engine and the 5.3 Chevy and the 5.4 Ford. I'm looking for honest answers about personal experiences. (Currently I have my eye on what is a cosmetically nearly new looking '04 single cab Laramie with 178k miles with the 5.7 Hemi. ) I drive a lot of in town and interstate, and sometimes tow my motorcycle, which with the trailer is no more than 2000lbs. The truck would be a daily driver.
Thanks y'all,
-Ben
Thanks y'all,
-Ben