2019 Ram After 6 Months Of Ownership

Time has flew by its been 6 months and 4400 miles with the 2019 Ram Laramie Sport and in this video I share my experience with the truck so far.
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[@theMarcSolo]

I used to sell cars for a living and the issues you were having with your car as far as the dents and marks were 100% the sales manager giving you the run around but using the sales person to be the voice. I can’t tell you how many times my manager would have me tell the customer one thing and then he wouldn’t honor it then he would come in at the end and look like a hero. I work in the car business two years just to sharpen my sales skills and so I can write a book on the dark side of car sales. All in all, the sales manager is usually the person making your experience a bad one. Sales people have 0% control other than taking you on test drives and agreeing to numbers that the sales manager provides.

[@NenaL86]

I really appreciate your honesty & exposing the dark side. I am on the hunt as of now & it's been very disheartening. I don't mean to sound "hippie" but I feel a person's "energy" almost 90% of the time. Every salesman I've spoken to personally has left me with that "bad feeling" I get.. like their intentions are not good. Can you tell me how I may find a specific model & trim myself??? I keep getting "baited" into thinking they've found the trim I'm looking for (without having to order) I then find out the truck is reserved or a buyer lined up (but wait there's more) ironically they offer me to come & settle for the closest option they have available or...order it😑 any advice for me?

[@pwells10]

And that's how companies like carvana and carmax became popular.

[@wickedcabinboy]

So, you looked at the truck in the rain, accepted delivery at night. Man, they just saw you coming.

[@HammerdownMotorsportsUSA]

wickedcabinboy it’s a long story I inspected the truck I wanted them they sold it in us and brought us this one that was supposed to be the same I HATE dealerships makes me want to buy a beater every 6 months and save that hassle

[@ByTheWayJapan]

I just got a 2019 Ram Lone Star, And it has every feature under the sun, except 4x4. I Wanted that, however, I live in a hot part of texas and don't go off roading so no huge loss. But All in all This has been the best truck I have ever purchased!

[@jeffhirata]

Pretty accurate review. Nice job! I have the same tailgate light/latching problem and I have the factory installed bed liner. I don’t have the door unlock problem.

[@jvon17]

Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@MrRay2812]

This video is so relatable, I got a rock chip on my black 2019 the first week. Before 10k miles my windshield cracked from top to bottom, I have only hand washed it and it has scratches all over. Glad I'm not the only one with these issues

[@GabrielMartinez-sd8pc]

I got the new 2019 Ram Warlock (w/Hemi) and I love driving it. I can’t wait to go to work just to drive it. Ram trucks are truly awesome.

[@kootybear]

I agree, cant wait to go to work to drive. Only options I don't have is moonroof and automatic rear window. Love the 4wd and the power it has. Drives great in Colorado.

[@CFairNH]

Thanks update video, thanks for posting it!

[@dlessard2369]

Just a tip I always keep a glass cutter in all my glove boxes so if you get a chip in your windshield pull over as soon as you can and take the glass cutter and cut a circle around the chip so it will not crack. This will stop it from traveling across the wind shield saving you hundreds to replace. Then you can have the chip filled so it is hidden for around $50.00 vs several hundred. This really works I have do this to 50+ vehicles over the years.

[@HammerdownMotorsportsUSA]

D Lessard that’s a good tip unfortunately for me the chip was on the black part that I couldn’t see until I noticed the crack

[@stevenp3176]

I wish I had thought about that when I owned wranglers. The shape and thickness of the glass meant you always got chips and chips were a death sentence for those windshields.

[@dlessard2369]

One more tip. When you get a rock chip in your windshield to help prevent it from cracking before you use the glass cutter on the chip crack one of the door windows a 1/4 of a inch too keep from causing pressure when opening and closing the door until you do the scoring around the chip or chips.

[@JB9965]

I had a 2017 Big Horn that had some paint issues. I filled out a survey with complaints of the paint and they reached out to me. They actually paid to have my entire hood repainted. I would recommend that you contact FCA about the paint, they are very responsive. I have the same 2019 truck and I love it! The panoramic roof is awesome!

[@stoncrop]

I saw your truck and said, that's my truck!! I have the 2019 all black RAM Laramie. Have had mine for 4 months. On the auto unlock, I've not had any issues once I learned what locks it and what unlocks it. All a matter of hand and thumb location. On the GPS, I've had a different issue. Sometimes when I first drive off in the morning, it will show me out in the field next to the road I'm on. That auto corrects after a while and I'm back on the road, according to my GPS at least. I haven't had the issue of it taking me somewhere other than where I want to go. I have had that issue on my Harley, however. That GPS is a Garmin so you might be on to something there. One issue I have had was the backup camera will stay on when I start driving. I've found that if I punch up the backup camera on the big screen and then close it, it will go away and the GPS will come back on. As for the screen itself, yes it is freaking awesome. It's the nicest one I've ever had. When I have buddies ride with me, they comment on two things immediately. First is how much room there is in the cab Including the backseat. The second is the screen. They can't believe how big and clear it is. Now, all that said, I have to agree with the earlier comment about Tesla. My daughter has a Tesla Model 3 and her screen puts mine to shame. Of course that is all she has, no other gauges. Everything is on her screen. Loved your review.

[@HammerdownMotorsportsUSA]

stoncrop thank you there is more to come

[@Hundert1]

I'm very happy with the Ram GPS navigation system so far. Compared to our 2016 Subaru its excellent.

[@jrwilliams6313]

Thanks for this. Just starting my research for a new Ram. Your insights help! Have a 2007 V6 that has been amazing. Cosmetic stuff broke, but otherwise a solid, solid truck.

[@michael.s.1698]

Great review brother. I just bought a 2021 night edition. I love it more than my 2 previous 1500's. Black is so tough. A little tip, take your truck back to your friend with at the detail shop. Have him do a 2 step paint correction, and the have him do a ceramic coating. It will help prevent the paint from the rock chips, and the black paint will look like a custom paint job. Good luck with the rest of the truck life.

[@cgr88m]

Throw in a hellcat supercharger and it will be perfect. I suggest clear vinyl over the entire front end to protect from chips. Did it to my 18 Silverado z71 mine is black on black as well.

[@kevinoneill2952]

The good, the bad .... Hold the ugly, this is a ram

[@Nunya75]

I just bought my first truck. I got a 2020 warlock. Thanks, I really enjoyed this!

[@steveseattle6791]

I have a 2019 as well and love it! I also smoked my first windshield at about 5k miles...small chip one day, crack across the whole windshield the next.

[@PlayscBricks]

I feel for you. The first windshield crack in my 2015 Wrangler was at just less than 3K miles. I need the 4th one replaced now at 76K. Just part of owning a wrangler with the upright windshield. Trying to buy a 2020 Ram in this market now. Thanks for the video, great work.

[@dc9632]

Just purchased the flame red bighorn and I absolutely love it. Mine does not have navigation but I can connect it to my phone and use the gps on it. You may want to do this in order to have the most updated maps.

[@tefrumpzax]

Until you're out of cell service

[@toddsam5170]

I own a 2019 Laramie Ram 1500 and absolutely love it. I had zero paint chips and haven't had 1 single problem with the vehicle in my first year of owning it. I'm a first time truck owner and will be buying another Ram Limited in March. Amazing truck.

[@davebasey9863]

Purchased 2019 Bighorn midnight edition off-road package in August 2018 With the 5.7.Averaging now around 20 miles to the gallon with 15,000 miles on it. Rock flew up and hit the top of the windshield now the cracks about 15 inches.

[@hfr8343]

That is a great looking truck. I can't wait to get one in the fall

[@ronaldhickman9953]

HFR83 you better smarten up real quick before the harsh reality hits of fiat-chrysler these things are absolute garbage

[@jodybasham5351]

@@ronaldhickman9953 your full of crap, every vehicle I've owned for the last 5 years has been a Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep product and not 1 issue. My wife has a 2019 300C that is phenomenal and I'm in the process of trading my 2018 wrangler I'm on a new Ram 2500. Mopar or No car

[@Basketball958]

best Italian truck money can buy

[@k.c.marshall921]

Mopar or NO car.

[@kc2ecd]

Getting my own soon but I don't do white or black on my vehicles. Probably go with silver. Great video and thanks for the update!

[@jeffhirata]

For the salesman, I have learned that once the sale is made, they are basically done with you. Before the sale super responsive friendly and helpful. They will come in early and stay late for you. They will respond to text messages late at night or early in the morning. After the sale you should expect almost nothing. If you want something that could cost the dealership time or money you will be lucky to get a delayed text response. If you understand that, you will be more happy in the future. If possible, always make sure you do a good test drive and test everything before you buy, because once you buy, even if it’s a very legit concern, it will be very hard for you to get fixed by the dealership. I would have been easier to buy a different truck than fix something. Also never buy with the promise that they will fix something after you buy. This is my experience.

[@haroldb.vigilsr.7803]

Jeff Hirata All very true! Unless you have a relationship with a dealer and dealership that you have bought vehicles multiple times from. I know that doesn’t happen with most people, but I’ve bought 4 vehicles from my specific dealership in the past 5 years and the reason my wife and I go back is because of how we’re treated before and after the sale. That I have to say has a lot to do with management and good employees. 👍

[@DKLONGHORN]

They basically hit it and quit it........ Then you feel like a clingy girl who thought it was going somewhere.

[@tuanhng0]

They’re nice to me up until it’s time to complete the survey. 😔

[@mr.h3603]

100% agree!! Not just RAM but also applies to all brands. I experienced what you described at Cadillac, Ford, Toyota, Nissan and Subaru. Subaru was the worst! This dont matter what year or decade either, this has been over 25 years, replacing cars every 3 years. Bottomline is it depends on each dealerships training and more importantly each individual sales persons attitude to making the difference or not.

[@ZmannR2]

Duh

[@2bikemikesguitartopics145]

Interesting information about your paint chip problems on a delivered truck new.4 days ago I took delivery of a stinger yellow classic Express and found paint chips on the rear bumper and the front grill the same afternoon I got at home and was cleaning it down and detailing it to my liking. I sent an email detailing my finds to the salesman. call Tim Monday to follow up and he said I won't be in until Tuesday and I'll start the process to get you fixed. Today is Wednesday and hopefully I will hear some information without having to keep poking.

[@craigcaldwell8383]

I agree. The best place to review a vehicle is underneath a overpass where other drivers have to be extra cautious not to run you over or pin you between their truck and yours

[@mopar9250]

My last two Chrysler vehicles had the keyless enter and go and I found that if I kept the key fob in the same pocket as my cellphone it sometimes wouldn't unlock when you grabbed the door handle it must mess with the signal or something. Not sure if that's applicable to your situation but it was something I noticed. Love the truck, keep up the good content.

[@ricardohyppolite9078]

I have a 2018 Dodge Durango and the same thing happens sometimes when I have the key fob in the same pocket as my cell phone.

[@stevensmith9001]

Just picked up a billet silver bighorn a few days ago ... love the black trucks also but too much of a pain to maintain . I worked in dealerships in the mid 90’s and I always tell people don’t take delivery of your vehicle at night or when it’s raining..... pick a nice sunny weekend or take a day off so you’re not rushed and can really look around the vehicle before signing over the check ...

[@Hopper1804]

I have the same truck. I think stock wise the only thing I would change is having the ability to fold the mirrors using a button.

[@travisdelp3214]

Great video I have a 2012 ram that came with the factory bed liner however from day one when I got the truck it had already faded in the Sun and its surface is not very grippy also it stains easily you will be much happier with the line-X truck bed liner

[@JG-mg1le]

Got this truck its amazing!!

[@derondrake]

I have a 2018 Ram Laramie. Never use the factory GPS. I always use Apple Carplay

[@Snowcatsrt]

Keeping the Hammer down!

[@scorpionking4lyfegenesis264]

Enjoyed the video, thanks👍

[@patriotram9204]

I notice you still have stock exhaust Steve. I’m a month in my Laramie....Patriot Blue. Black shines well. Have owned one black vehicle. I don’t like Good Year tires. Will end up with Cooper or Michelin when I change out. Don’t have 12” screen or gps. Reason for gps is exactly what you said...with my garmin, can update at home. Keep up the good work.

[@HammerdownMotorsportsUSA]

yes still stock exhaust but that might be changing in the next little bit we shall see. Thanks for watching your truck sounds pretty sweet too

[@martinm.8417]

Great video! Best wishes from Germany!

[@musicguitar]

Badass!! Never thought I’d own a Ram but here I am shopping for one. Locking and unlocking using the handle while the fob is in your pocket can be annoying. This happens on my Lexus RC so I assume it’s a fob thing.

[@MSchumacherfan]

Just bought a 2020 Ram Laramie 1500 club cab night edition. I love it so far, only issue I had so far was the back up sensors automatically engaged the brakes while backing into my driveway yet there was no obstacles. Almost gave me whiplash it brakes so aggressively.

[@HammerdownMotorsportsUSA]

yup I have had that too go in the infotainment and turn off emergency braking and it will only give you a warning not whiplash if you choose to do so

[@Timmerd888]

Had the same thing happen with my new truck.

[@EvergreenProfessionalPest]

With the key fob issue I have a dodge and it does it if the key fob is behind the phone I guess it won't go through the phone or interference. Only happens when phone is in same pocket

[@stevefermon7148]

I love your truck man , nice vehicle!!!

[@billsmotrilla6215]

I have the same issue with the keyless entry where you touch the handle and it does not unlock. I discovered it is interference from my cell phone. When I put the fob in a pocket on the other side of my body from the cell phone, no problem.

[@KemalEjder1980]

i love this truck, its one of my favorite

[@Mark-wq1nh]

Trucks tend to come with fuel efficient tires good for summer but need AT tires asap

[@navyfan87]

Your phone can interfere with the proximity unlock feature if it's anywhere near the key fob. I drive a few different vehicles and I've had this happen every so often with all of them.

[@Neuron43]

Yeah the Navigation is far from accurate on every Dodge I've seen. I recently bought a 2011 Ram Sport and traveled a couple of hours to pick it up. Tried to use the Nav to get back home and it didn't recognize some well known roads. Being so old, I wasn't able to get updates for it either. Not even paid updates. I do love that huge touch screen!

[@toma1435]

Great review!!! So funny as I’m watching this I’m like damn you’re spot on with some of the stuff and I own a black 2013 ram 1500. I changed the tires because yeah they are garbage. I found myself always using 4x4. And my BIGGEST complaint is the paint. There has been times where I barely rubbed against my truck or bumped it and oh look new scratches out of nowhere. It’s ridiculous how easy it chips and scratches. I’ll never buy another black ram or dodge again. Going white next time. Awesome review and beautiful truck! That entertainment screen is so nice

[@HammerdownMotorsportsUSA]

Tom A Black is so nice when it’s clean though lol thanks for watching

[@MrStaton352]

I will be getting a longhorn edition that's for sure! But my wife asked me "why haven't we got the truck yet?" I told her you never get the first year model! It's just too new, they haven't worked all the kinks out yet. The 2020 models should be better. Software updates stuff like that. But feedback from current customers will help, future customers like myself. So thank you for this video.

[@haroldb.vigilsr.7803]

MrStaton352 I totally agree with your comment! 👍 I just figured I’d bite the bullet and do it anyway... lol! So far we love our 2019 Bighorn 4X4. We’ve got less than 2,000 miles on her, but totally happy!

[@n1n0z24]

Some dealer are selling them 18k off msrp

[@ramrider1453]

I bought the Ram Longhorn in Jan. Just love it. Have 10,000 k’s so far. No regrets. No issues.

[@haroldb.vigilsr.7803]

Ram Rider Same here!! I am very happy and absolutely love mine! Momma already has almost 7K on ours.

[@ramrider1453]

Harold B. Vigil Sr. Good to here. It’s such a treat to drive these Rams on the open road. Getting ready soon to do my 2nd oil change and not a drop of oil used. Not like my other trucks like GM 6 litre and Ford 4.6. Now my other trucks were decent but this Ram is by far nicer. Better ride. More luxurious. Gas is averaging 21 miles per gallon on highway. (Not bad) doing 110 k’s. Great interior design and style all around.

[@mickey-qu7tk]

I own one for 9 months and I like the cooling heating seats and the 8 inch screen good suspension too 4x4 of course if u live in Florida

[@CCW-wg8ds]

Having little issues with my Ram 1500 2019 like right side mirror won't fold in. Once in a while the ck engine lite comes on then shuts off other wise a fantastic ride and lots of extras. Its bighorn model.

[@ryancoladonato3045]

Any update on the check engine light coming on and then going off?

[@austinnisar7027]

The door lock with the handle my Dodge charger 2013 does the same thing sometimes it works most of the time but then once in awhile doesn't work and I can't explain it

[@lostin8986]

I had door handle unlock issues as well....ended up being me. I was holding my thumb over the lock sensor while I was reaching for the handle and the vehicle didn't know ehat I wanted!

[@jlardino19]

Also, I believe there is a personal "safety" feature which is to the effect of 'if the vehicle lock mechanism is LOCKED from the lock button on the interior of the door it should not immediately unlock from a signal from the key fob of keyless entry." When we got my wife's Town and Country, the keyless lock/key 'n go was described as making it impossible to lock your keys in the vehicle. Of course, my rock star wife locked her keys in the vehicle. A friend who is a Chrysler engineer revealed that there was a code design which prevented entry into the vehicle even with a valid key fob in proximity. Basically, it was: If valid key fob #1 is in the vehicle and recognized and the lock mechanism for the vehicle is activated on the interior of the vehicle, any other key fob cannot supercede #1's control {within whatever time period} and unlock the vehicle. His explanation was in the event of a personal emergency (think domestic battery), if #1 gets into the vehicle and locks it by pushing the button on the interior of the door handle, #2 cannot gain access and inflict harm. My experiments confirmed this to be the case. Try some variations and see what you get!

[@BLKKNT2]

Man...sorry to hear about the bad experience you had with the salesman. I had the very same issue with my 22 Ram 1500 Diamond Black Night Edition. I bought mine from Castle Ram in Chesterton, IN and my salesman was great. They actually said it was due to transport and off loading the truck. they sent it to an outside body shop to have the scratches and chips repaired.

[@DanielGarcia-zz9eg]

Once you roll out the lot, that's it. You accepted it as it's all in good shape.

[@HammerdownMotorsportsUSA]

yeah i wish it was us picking it up on a sunny day to inspect it the truth is they sold the one we originally bought and had an identical one coming in so we waited a week and they dropped it off to us in the rain at night

[@portzelkiportzelki3286]

Great overview of the 2019 Ram. Wish I had one! :) Another great video, Steve!

[@terryl6706]

I love my 19 Bighorn,traded in a 2012 Tundra on it and it was like going from a flip phone to a smart phone.I do look back every time I park it.

[@madfighter56]

I can’t agree more about the black paint. Had a 2014 blackout, gave up on maintaining the shine. I eventually switched to white when I leased my 2017 bighorn. Once you go black you will probably go back.

[@waynewilliams5353]

Never owned a truck that wasn’t black. More to maintain but entirely worth it when it’s clean

[@RideRedRacer]

my next door neighbor has a brand new Z71 1500 in all black and it looks amazing. he keeps it clean though. definitely the nicest looking truck on our street. but i need to show him up with the Ram ahaha

[@blackice7408]

I like the new keyfob. I hope they put em on all 2020 dodge cars

[@KM-xn5kj]

Dodge doesn't own Ram anymore ..Future note

[@kensingh9527]

K. Murray that happened 10 years ago lol

[@KM-xn5kj]

Ken Singh obviously...apparently you’re just fishing and trolling for likes..because if you watched the video then you would know why I mention that..

[@kensingh9527]

K. Murray They’re still both owned by FCA. Just the branding was separated. But that’s what happened 10 years ago. I’m not sure why you’re so up in arms, just stating a cool fact I was surprised about as well.

[@KM-xn5kj]

Ken Singh no 💩 🕵🏽‍♂️

[@harrylopez1576]

The recall of the new ram is about 300k for airbag malfunctions

[@Snowcatsrt]

I had the same issue with the navigation just the other day. I used Google maps to find a location and after that wanted to switch the Rams nav so I don't need to check my phone every intersection. The address was at a different location and was wrong

[@HammerdownMotorsportsUSA]

Snowcat_srt yeah pretty annoying

[@steveortez2613]

I have the tailgate problem with the stock linex

[@henryford2736]

Check out Milestar Patagonia MT tires. I'm getting those for my F150. Good tire off and on road and quite.

[@oldcroneysgarage9739]

You have a nice truck just take care of it my windshield has always been cracked but I bet that hurts the inspection

[@fixinggrace]

I have the Big Horn edition. It doesn’t even come equipped with NAV on it, but plugging in either an android or iPhone and you can have GPS through the dash with no problem. That’s what I do with mine

[@HammerdownMotorsportsUSA]

Yup I use Waze

[@johnhoruzy876]

I have the same exact truck in white, the hood looks sweet in white . My tail gate doesn’t lock and my presets for radios gets wiped out. Will have dealer look at it at the first oil change.

[@freddybanuelos6132]

I have an 03 Ram hemi 238k miles runs amazing still. Best V8!

[@stevewarren673]

My 03 is fantastic too. Maybe the newer ones are junk.

[@mustasheolll2020]

Steve Warren I was disappointed with the 2019 model. It’s just ugly.

[@LeadStarDude]

I have a 2005 Daytona edition Ram with 196k now and it is still fantastic.

[@vargas_5568]

My 2004 ram hemi is at 312k miles still running strong

[@brentphillips9247]

They don't make them like they used to. Camshaft and roller lifter issues are a big deal on the newer Hemi due to cheap metals or something. Tons of videos about hemi cam issues. I wanted one but after researching said not until they fix the issues and get away from Fiat

[@ryanparham3051]

I’ve read on the 5th gen Ram forums about people have key fob detection issues after swapping out incandescent lights for LEDs. Maybe the bed light? Can’t remember, but if you’ve done that, might be something to consider.

[@mikeh2772]

Radio Frequency Interference from the PWM LED drivers perhaps?

[@Theywaswrong]

Yeah in spite of what Scotty Kilmer says, I still love my 2017 Ram 4x4. No regrets.

[@smartassmart]

Scotty Kilmer is a joke, his major goal is getting clicks and views so most of the time his none sense rants are nothing more than someone trying to be controversial to the popular opinion... it works tho! lol if people would really listen to him we'd all be driving toyotas form the 90s.

[@musicguitar]

Lmao! Dudes a joke indeed. Anything for the views.

[@Ira88881]

It’s only 2 years old.

[@german80]

@@smartassmart Like ira rather said. it is only 2 years. even a dodge dart will be fine after only 2 years. come on people. you got to be smarter than that.

[@smartassmart9014]

german80 i've been working on cars since i was a kid, i'm also pretty active in the ram forums, where we see all the issues (or lack thereof) from all model years... one of my good friends has been a dodge chrysler tech for over 20 years, so i'm pretty confident in my previous statement.

[@pjasyl]

Thanks for reply! The off road capacity is what i am looking for. I have never had a ram in the past only ford and gm. Your evaluation of your truck is one more reason i am going with ram especially the power wagon. All new trucks usually have issues within six months to one year of ownership. It's to be expected. Subscribed to your channel a while back. Enjoy watching your video's!

[@HammerdownMotorsportsUSA]

thank you for watching the Ram is for sure a great value

[@hoodman420]

No walk away RAM is trash.

[@gwood701]

Buy a Rebel

[@johnb9394]

I bought the 2019 Tradesman with the Power wagon package. Love it so far. 2k miles so still getting use to it.

[@wwaytobe]

Nice Truck! Thanks for the info, I'm shopping F150 v8 vs Ram right now. Note, never buy a car in the rain or at night! I had a 2016 Jeep GC (bought new) that I found 2 paint chips on the dealer lot. Got it in writing that they would fix it before we signed.

[@wwaytobe]

@rocknroller1999 Why? are you brand bias? Because I am not. I'm looking for the truck that I like the most and fits my life the best.

[@TheNewenglandboys]

So as far as the tailgate issue with the linex, here's my fix. Open the tailgate, close it slowly and watch where it hits the rubber bumpers on each side (about half way down each side of the tailgate). Now hold the tailgate against them and mark the linex at the top and bottom of the rubber bumpers. Take a sharp utility knife and carve the linex on the edge from the top line you made to the bottom line. (About an inch and a half) being careful not to carve into the paint. You should have about a 3/8" flat on an angle when your done. It looks good, it's easy, and the tailgate closes like a dream again. Just did my 2020 Ram. Didn't like slamming it hard to close it.

[@budtackett8347]

hopefully they wont stop you for cracks on windshield,one tough truck for sure

[@robertphillips1363]

Been thinking of buying a new truck. Ram was my first choice but a couple of videos almost had me convinced to buy a Ford. Glad to see that my first choice was the right one.

[@HammerdownMotorsportsUSA]

Robert Phillips absolutely the Ram is awesome

[@marknyc22]

Hey my friend I just want to comment on the on lock and unlock functions if you have the key fob next to your phone or like electronic cigarette or something it would not work it happened to me and it's just not going to work it with the same pocket as your smartphone so you have to remove your smartphone to put the key in a different pocket and it will be fine

[@jasonzee4561]

What the charge today the truck should be perfect from top to bottom.

[@dannyoliveira4787]

Great video review Aesop’s e channel 👍🏻💯

[@lulumystery9287]

Great reference

[@stevefick3919]

Regarding the tires: I own a 2016 RAM Big Horn, and it came with the Goodyear Wrangler SR-A's. They lasted 65 K Kms. (About 45 K miles). Never had any trouble with them, and they seemed pretty decent in the rain and snow. I replaced them with Michelin Defender LTX M+S tires. They're a really good all-round tire, but just a note, they ride much firmer than the SR-A's did. So much so, that I might go back to a softer tire. They won't last as long as the Michelin's but I prefer a smoother ride. I'll have to wait 5 years for the Michelin's to wear out, now! LOL!

[@HammerdownMotorsportsUSA]

yeah mine aren't the wrangler they are a touring tire

[@solosd3]

Steve Fick what cover did you go with. It looks like a retrax. I will be going with BRP boards. Any comments would be appreciated

[@ericellison1129]

ram has come a long ways i will say but being owned by flat down fall,im a ford man myself but got to give it ram keep up the great work and hope they took care of the frontend problem's engine problems and rust problems,

[@HammerdownMotorsportsUSA]

eric ellison I think if Ford had a pushrod v8 they would really have an advantage

[@ericellison1129]

true but pushrods = problems not many people realize you need to adjust them after break in witch as you know screws thing up but yes im old school myself

[@gwood701]

Since Fiat bought Dodge they are WAY better Dodge were total shitboxes before that.

[@bassplayrguy1]

Great video. I just got the 2020 laramie in metallic graphite (grey). Love Dodge Rams.

[@fatehrajpal]

Fuel economy?

[@bassplayrguy1]

@@fatehrajpal 17 average.

[@WalkingWallet]

It's Not A Dodge!!!!

[@Pjw350]

Keep that Hammerdown

[@haroldb.vigilsr.7803]

Love your videos! I bought a 2019 Ram Bighorn 4X4 with the 5.7 Hemi and my wife and I love it! We’ve had it for about 5 weeks now and I replaced the stock tires the 2nd week we had it. I also put some wheel to wheel 6” stainless steel steps on it. We’re definitely enjoying it. Soon I’m going to put a 3.5” Readylift SST leveling kit on it. Keep those videos coming!!

[@HammerdownMotorsportsUSA]

Harold B. Vigil Sr. Thank you for watching

[@jasonmorehouse3756]

over 3" level is not recommended. guys leveling over 2.8 are having fast cv wear

[@haroldb.vigilsr.7803]

Jason Morehouse Is that true for kits that come with the upper control arm? That Readylift SST brings the upper control arm with it to keep the geometry straight.

[@chrisbrown3246]

How did you make out with the lift? I have a 2019 Laramie 1500 and have been thinking about putting a kit into it.

[@18Darkside]

Both my 2012 and 2018 Challenger key fob did the same thing.

[@takayama1638]

I’ve got a 2015 F150, but I ain’t never seen a truck I don’t like. Tundra is hard for me to get into, but they are also good, but gasoline sucking things.

[@UploaderNine]

Do you wave at the 3 other Rams at the light that look just like yours or.....

[@HammerdownMotorsportsUSA]

nope cause I bought a different one now lol

[@fiero11]

I have owned black vehicles...something about black on all cars seems to be a soft paint, but it does look sharp when clean. I never seem to have the same issues with white or even metallic grey or silver.

[@hendrik84]

I would love to get one of that great trucks, i love it since i drove one in the states 2 years ago. But in germany it's nearly impossible, because of the size and gas price :D you are messing a little bit wit the picture size are you? :) just see a black block through the video. Great video, i'm looking forward to visit the usa again in the future :)

[@floridas_own]

I love that Truck 😩

[@chriswill2555]

Nice vid! Love reviews as I weigh the options of getting 1. QQ: Where did you get the power steps from?

[@HammerdownMotorsportsUSA]

Christopher Williams they are amp steps I got them from TSE’s auto accessories in ephrata pa

[@Dude_Its_Pistachio]

0:03 what a beautiful sight

[@the40735]

I picked my 19 up in the rain too. Didn’t notice the dents on the passenger door where the ram logo is. I can see rubber Looks like it was hit with another vehicles tires. Luckily they told me to just bring it up there and they would take care of it.

[@colin3330]

Good information. I was wondering how the maintenance has been since posting this video? Any major issues?

[@HammerdownMotorsportsUSA]

none to speak of other than the rear window update its been a good truck

[@JohnWheels]

Great video

[@BIGLOU_500]

Some times if your keys and cellphone are in the same pocket it can trigger a misfire when you go to unlock your truck using your hand

[@ixdjxl1]

How a man can dream someday I'll get a new Dodge but for now I'll be rolling with my 05 2 door

[@HammerdownMotorsportsUSA]

nothing wrong with that I had one brand new loved it

[@blaineaburnettsr]

Love RAM but my 19 was the worst. All kind of little issues but the big one was when the brake controller vacuum assembly went. Fixed under warrantee but only after 4 trips to the dealer and a 6 month back order on parts. Ended up selling it. Not sure I'll buy another in the future.

[@kwerner]

"They used a Garmin from 2008" lol

[@simonvance8054]

Thanks bro..

[@haydensias3385]

I love my 21' RAM.