Thinking of a 2020 Power Wagon

[Sig2020]

Hi Guys,

First time poster here. I currently have a 2012 3500 MegaCab Longhorn with a deleted 6.7 Cummins with only 110.000 miles. I used to tow a heavy trailer but no longer need to and was thinking of trading for a different truck. My 2012 has been great overall apart from a few minor niggles and I still enjoy it just thinking of getting something different. I started looking at half tons (Ford Raptor and Tundra TRD Pro) just for something different and then watched a YouTube review where a guy claimed the PW was a better overall truck than a Raptor.

Wondering if a few things that bothered me about my 2012 are fixed on the 2020 PowerWagons? The niggles I have are;

* Weak bed rails and panels. The side panels dent easily and the rails are super weak.
* AC does not quite cut it in peak of summer here in Georgia.
* Transmission/torque converter started giving me issues around 100k
* Rear passenger side power window does not work sometimes
* Front end issues but these were mainly fixed under a recall


I tend to keep my trucks awhile so wanted to see if the 2020's have most of the bugs worked out? Appreciate any input.

Thanks

 

[Polock]

I just bought a 2020 a month ago.
I'm pretty happy with it... First 3/4 ton for me. I had a 1500 before this.
If i had any complaints it would be:

AC is not that cold
Tires are just ok...

That would be about it. Love it other than that.

 

[LeesEvoX]

New 2020 powerwagon here.

I dont understand the AC problems. I live in Houston and think the AC is great. If you get yue level 2 package you also get ventilated seats!

If you want a power wagon for road use only. Get a regular 2500 lol. The PW gets pretty bad mileage.

I use it as my daily driver. As long as you dont mind filling up twice a week. It's great! Haha

This thing is also just soooooo much fun off road. The 12" screen is fantastic also.

There is a company called naviks who are working on a kit so you can watch youtube and such on it. Pair that with the available wifi in the truck. And I really dont need to leave it


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[Scotts26]

@Sig2020 I have a 2020 and Initially I had minor complaints about about the AC efficiency but have since gotten used to it. The true test will be July/August here in North Texas.

I also wasn’t a fan of the brake feel initially but with some use and airing down the tires from the boulder like PSI the dealer had in them that is MUCH better.

I knew the gas mileage was terrible on the truck but I have a little gas saver Nissan that I daily drive So that wasn’t a concern.

Only you know what right for your situation but I’ll tell you my PW makes me grin like an idiot every time I fire it up lol. Early midlife crisis? Maybe. But who cares lol. I mean look @LeesEvoX truck out there flexing like a badass. Here’s mine for more inspiration.

 

[chadder1313]

I love my 18. I came from a 2015 Cummins and I haven’t been disappointed with the Power Wagon in the least. It’s literally a jack of all trades truck and that’s why I love it.


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[BigLazer4u]

2019 Power wagon owner here, love mine, I use it as a daily driver. I have a thread here somewhere if you want to know more about mine. I really like the AC seats, off road capabilities are better than any other vehicle on the road and I would dare say better than a land cruiser. These trucks are built like tanks and can take a beating. I test drove a raptor when I bought mine and it was not even close to the power wagon, just my two cents.

 

[LeesEvoX]

@Scotts26 - man that's a nice color truck![emoji2937][emoji2937][emoji2937]

It's funny. I read part of your post as: "maybe it's a midlife crisis, I mean look at LeesEvoX".

Hahahah maybe it is. I did just turn 30.. and the wedding got put off because of corona. What else was I supposed to do with the money? [emoji1787][emoji1787][emoji1787][emoji1787]

Oh. And did I emphasize on the awesomeness of the 12" screen? God I love that thing.

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[Scotts26]

@Scotts26 - man that's a nice color truck![emoji2937][emoji2937][emoji2937]

It's funny. I read part of your post as: "maybe it's a midlife crisis, I mean look at LeesEvoX".

Hahahah maybe it is. I did just turn 30.. and the wedding got put off because of corona. What else was I supposed to do with the money? [emoji1787][emoji1787][emoji1787][emoji1787]

Oh. And did I emphasize on the awesomeness of the 12" screen? God I love that thing.

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Lol. Yeah I was referencing your truck and my mid life crisis. Sorry to hear about the wedding postponement though...

 

[LeesEvoX]

Lol. Yeah I was referencing your truck and my mid life crisis. Sorry to hear about the wedding postponement though...

What can ya do man? She is more upset than I am lol.

We also had the honeymoon to Mexico booked.. so I told her if she let's me have the truck. I will make the honeymoon in Hawaii instead.

Open mouth.. insert foot! Hahah

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[ALRedneck]

I have a 2018 PW. Ram has improved the A/C but still not as cold as the competition. I live in south AL and find the cooling ability of the A/C adequate. I absolutely love the truck and won’t let the A/C deter you.

 

[Sandevino]

What no one has said....

You can get the Tradesman with the Power Wagon package.

 

[mdowning]

What no one has said....

You can get the Tradesman with the Power Wagon package.

Yes, you can. It's not a bad way to go, but for what I spent outfitting mine the way I want it, I could have basically purchased a base Power Wagon. I think I did ok with my 2018 Tradesman with the Power Wagon option, but my friend purchased a 2020 Power Wagon for not much more.... and by the time I upgraded the radio, instrument cluster and a few other little things, I have spent nearly as much as he did.

It is kinda cool having none of the external badges though

--md

 

[Sandevino]

@mdowning what’s the payload rating on yours with the Power Wagon package?

 

[Sig2020]

Thanks for all the replies fella's appreciate it.

 

[mdowning]

@mdowning what’s the payload rating on yours with the Power Wagon package?

Same as any other 2018 Power Wagon. It pulls my travel trailer (6600lb) with no issues. I don't see myself ever getting close to 10k. And with the shell on the back, I don't usually put much weight in the back (other than fire gear).

--md

 

[olyelr]

@mdowning what’s the payload rating on yours with the Power Wagon package?

Mine is less than my half ton Ram. I wanna say its under 1300 pounds (cant remember exactly).

 

[LeesEvoX]

Mine is less than my half ton Ram. I wanna say its under 1300 pounds (cant remember exactly).

On my 2020 it says max cargo and person weight not to exceed 1500lbs

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[olyelr]

On my 2020 it says max cargo and person weight not to exceed 1500lbs

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My loaded ‘16 Laramie with ramboxes is 1135 pounds.

 

[ALRedneck]

My loaded ‘16 Laramie with ramboxes is 1135 pounds.


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On my 2020 it says max cargo and person weight not to exceed 1500lbs

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Mine is 1300 but I’ve had 1200 lbs of seed with me and a tool box making about 1600. The truck easily handled it and did not even use tow/haul mode. No sag in the back either. Seems like the payload rating is on the conservative side.

 

[Chasing]

@Sig2020 Do you think you will miss the MegaCab?
I really dig the PW, but have been debating a 2500 MegaCab and then trying to recreate a PW as best I can...