The 2018 F150 5.0 liter V8 turns 395 HP, and goes 23 mpg highway in a Super Cab Long Box . . .
Anyone own a newer RAM truck?
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I have an 2003 without a spot of rust anywhere, but it seems to be a hit and miss thing as other guys on the Ram forum have rust and some don't for the same year truck? Maybe it depends on who's at the controls that particular day of rust proofing. lol
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The Hell you say!
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Get the Hemi, you won't regret it. ALL vehicles have their "inherent" problems, NOBODY has an issue free vehicle. The Ram is definitely the best looking truck on the road.
The problem is that there is a brace inside the inner box side that holds moisture and salt. There is also some foam sound deadener sprayed above the wheel well that holds moisture like a sponge. My 2016 1500 Sport still has these.
Another vote for the Hemi. Several friends have them, impressed by the highway mileage, 20-24 mpg.
Resale/trade value will reflect the additional original cost.
Resale/trade value will reflect the additional original cost.
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I ended up getting a 2018 Big Horn Crew Cab with a Hemi. Really nice truck and my Wife loves it.
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I feel the same way, however from what Ford is touting, their new V6 cylinder actually has more power than the old V8. That said, ain't nothin' like an V8 for smoothness, longevity and a good rumble! I've got an V8 in my GMC Yukon and GMC doesn't even offer a V6, just a 5.3 ltr. (355 hp) and 6.2 ltr. (420hp) V8 engines. On long trips (highway driving) I average over 27 MPG and have gotten as much as 30.7 when watching my speed on a good road. The 6.2 gets a little less from what I'm told.
PS: I've heard rumors that so many people were pissed that Ford discontinues their V8 in their Raptor, they are supposed to bring it back. Just what I've heard.......
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I bought a new 2018 Ram about a month ago and really like it. I was wanting to spend about $20K on a used truck but around here trucks are selling high and that would only have bought me something several years old with a whole bunch of miles on it. Mine listed for $35K and I only paid $24,300 out the door, and got it loaded with all the power stuff I wanted but no leather or sunroof and they were trying to get rid of the 2018s to make room for the 2019s. I bought the quad cab which has a smaller back seat but a longer bed because I haul long construction materials and got the 305 HP 6 cylinder engine. It has plenty of power and speed and I hauled 2300 lbs of sheet rock the other day and barely felt any less performance, it did however feel like the front wheels would come off the ground!
2015 Crew cab short box owner. I bought it in Feb. and just put new tires on it. My mileage dropped from 19-20 to 18. Normal is 70 mph on the 6 miles to town or 80 on the interstate. I cross the continental divide going west or a hill nearly as large going east. It suits us fine. 5.7 Hemi engine has plenty of power and capacity for what we need.
Still loving my 2016 Dodge Ecodiesel but recently started driving my 2002 dually cummins... daaaamn forgot how much I luv that truck. The torque is unreal..
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If I was to buy a new Dodge I would go the diesel. You pay a bunch more than a gasser but resale value will really be much better also. MPG will be better also but diesel does cost a bit more at the pump. The diesel will outlast the gas engine big time.
I had a Chrysler 300 2010 gangsta car with the 3.9 V-6 and I thought it was kind of doggy. It was lucky to get 24 hwy mpg. I actually only owned it about 2 months before I sold it. I have never been to thrilled with Chrysler/Dodge vehicles. I knew people that owned late 90's Rams and they all said the dang truck couldn't pass a gas station without stopping in for more gas.
I had a Chrysler 300 2010 gangsta car with the 3.9 V-6 and I thought it was kind of doggy. It was lucky to get 24 hwy mpg. I actually only owned it about 2 months before I sold it. I have never been to thrilled with Chrysler/Dodge vehicles. I knew people that owned late 90's Rams and they all said the dang truck couldn't pass a gas station without stopping in for more gas.
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Maybe tastes differ in Pennsylvania.
I had a RAM rental van fitted with the latest V6. It went like stink empty and pulled better than expected loaded with the A/C on.
We have a Durango, V-6, it NEEDs mo Horsepower, should have bought an RT....
It drives kinda twitchy, my first Dodge, wifey picked it out, and loves it,,,,, so there ya go? I haven't tried to pull anything with it, but I don't think it would like that at all....
That last statement was pretty true for all manufacturers.. with v8's ... My 02 5.9l cummins will pull the Titanic off the bottom of the ocean and MPG ain't bad at all ..
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I suspect that RAM van had short gearing. The Durango probably has much taller gears for gaming the EPA numbers. As for driving twitchy, get a four wheel alignment done. My 2001 Tahoe was way off straight from the factory. I just got my wife's BMW 3 series checked out and the REAR wheels were out of kilter.
I have a 2017 RAM 2500 4x4 with the 6.4 HEMI. Had it in to the dealer's this week for three recalls and an oil/filter change. The recalls were minor stuff. Other than the orange roof marker lights leaking water into the cab, I have had no problems and love the truck. Apparently, the leaking roof lights is common, also happened with my friend's new 2500. 6.4 HEMI is awesome, can pass anything except a gas station. 
I think the trucks from the big three (GM, Ford, Ram) are a lot like the revolvers from the big three (Colt, S&W, Ruger). They're all real nice, just depends on what floats your boat.
I think the Ram is real nice, but I've had good luck with Chevy/GMC and just never saw a need to switch. I just bought a beautiful (black on black leather) 2018 GMC Sierra this summer and couldn't be happier. Truck drives great, pulls real well, and is loaded with all the goodies. They are pricey, but life is short. Good luck with your decision.
I think the Ram is real nice, but I've had good luck with Chevy/GMC and just never saw a need to switch. I just bought a beautiful (black on black leather) 2018 GMC Sierra this summer and couldn't be happier. Truck drives great, pulls real well, and is loaded with all the goodies. They are pricey, but life is short. Good luck with your decision.
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While I tend to view Muss to be a forum troll, he's not that far off base on this one.
A truck should be as carbon copy as practical.
When things break, your odds of finding a replacement part in a scrap yard are in direct proportion with what is the mainstream offering.
While you may never have to lay a wrench upon it, your prospective future buyer will.
A truck should be as carbon copy as practical.
When things break, your odds of finding a replacement part in a scrap yard are in direct proportion with what is the mainstream offering.
While you may never have to lay a wrench upon it, your prospective future buyer will.
