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SURE wish these new DT trucks had 3 way HCV instead of the redesign with Blend door BS. AC work a lot better if not being sloshed with 200 degree coolant the whole time AC is on, wat a sorry a**** re-design. No Eco Boast for dis Boird. I did look at a 2022 Tundra, 1794, fully loaded. BLING out the ying yang. But it has the new V6 twin turbo (also hybrid options), and the prices start at 67K MSRP, plus, and Toyota for some odd reason had a bad run of Turbo's and all the right side turbo's doing the self-implosion method, some at 300 miles. SO not fer dis BOIRD. But I do enjoy my old true and proven 5.7 and no E torque, LOL. Helps to be paid off too.Agree with the other posts, all makes have their issues. My 2018 CC V6 with 3:21 4X4 has been pretty much trouble free. Cruise control switch, 3 way coolant valve, driver side mirror and delaminated 8.4 radio have been replaced under warranty. In my experience that’s about average for a vehicle. It’s a comfortable truck and I find the build quality and materials used to be above average. For my use it fits my needs. Maintenance in my humble opinion is key for anything mechanical. As a DYI’er I do almost all my own maintenance and that saves a small fortune. The only truly horrible vehicle I’ve ever owned is a 2015 Ford Escape with the 2L echoboost. One look under that thing will make you cringe. Leaks from everywhere with a constant coating of oil, grease, blow by over the entire undercarriage. At this point in time it’s cheaper to keep it versus the cost of something new. Rams are pretty popular these days and with so many on the road I’m sure there are a few lemons. You don’t really hear about the ones without problems.
2015 Ram 1500 SLT QC 5.7L 2WD 8SPD 3.21
Bone stock, had 28,600 miles in Sept. of '17, has 148,800 miles now.
Had recalls done at 45k miles
Tires at 88k, nearing due for new.
Replaced headlamp switch, leak detction pump, gas cap.
Original battery @90k miles
Exhaust manifold bolts and sanded manifolds at about 100k miles
New trans pan, fluid drain and fill, pcv valve, spark plugs, rear diff drain and fill, front and rear brake pads, coolant, brake fluid, also around 100k miles.
Air filter at recommended intervals.
Oil changes every 10K miles.
Very happy with my Ram so far.
Thanks for the Feedback everyone. Looks like I am just getting my issues outta the way early lol.
I just bought this 2011 last week in really great condition, already replaced the radiator fan, Radiator, wheel sensors, tpims fuel pump and ordered rear springs.. relay. Hopefully that's it for now. I haven't got to enjoy it yet. first time Ram buyer. View attachment 499653
My brother has a 2013, I believe. We found a glaring difference - the bolts to hold the jack and seats to the floor go under the floor and are exposed underneath on his Ram 1500. On my 2021, they do not go thru the floor like that. His bolts are all RUSTED now and he broke one just trying to get it out.Wait until its been 10Y ...lol...
I rather keep my 10y old ****box over buying these new POS Rams with all the useless electronic garbage.
2011…….. still going strong and a blast to drive
Buy a Toyota, At least you don't have piston slap like most do, but that could be next.Hey All,
I just rolled over my first year with my 21 1500 Classic SLT 4x4 Crew Cab. It has 317 Engine hours and 7,542 Km. I obviously don't drive a whole lot. I have experienced more issues with this Truck then any other vehicle and want to see if this if normal for the Truck or should I be worried. To be clear I love my Truck I am just worried about the problems:
Tailgate would not close due to improper assembly. Replaced Bushing.
Center Console Broke and needed to be replaced. Apparently Assembly issue.
Front Bumper assembled incorrectly. Causing damage between upper and lower bumpers. Awaiting approval for fix from Chrysler.
Exhaust manifold bolt broken. Covered under warranty.
Appreciate any input!