2020 RAM 3500 dually 20,000 mile review

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[@IManOPERATOR]

What’s your take on this review? I’ll be happy to be more specific in future videos let me know what you guys want.

[@dirkpitt3244]

Excellent review. I Hotshot with my single rear wheel 3500. I'm on my 4th Ram in 9 years. Crank case filter at 48k. or it will de-rate. Nothing else but filter changes. Not even brakes. 80k and time to trade for a new one. My 2020 has also run flawless. It now has 45k on Toyo 12 ply. I ordered it with the 50 gal tank plus my auxiliary 55 gal. bed tank. 8.5 mpg at 80 mph all day. Air lift remote air bags are a must for stability at the higher speeds. It's a tow monster.! No other truck on the market can give the reliability of these Rams. Keep the reviews coming . I enjoy your vids.

[@IManOPERATOR]

@@dirkpitt3244 thank you! They are stand up rigs!! Seems like you got your do it all set up for sure. Keep kicking ass man! And I appreciate the support

[@waldo198823]

I would like to get some info on the tire and wheel setup you have looking to do the same for my 22

[@IManOPERATOR]

@@waldo198823 go to buy truck wheels They’ll have the North Star wheels there for your truck, 19.5 with the 200mm lug pattern. They even have tire packages with the wheels if you want. I haven’t looked to closely to that, however I’m currently running the Continental HD+ tires on the truck and they are doing great in the wet and snow. These bfg tire I had in this video did “okay” but they definitely lacked winter traction

[@Denis-tu1pd]

I change my oil every 4000 miles with medium towing. The oil filter I use is a fleet guard lf 16035 # Strathmore which takes out the really small stuff out of the oil

[@IManOPERATOR]

So I’ve done oil testing on this and first round changing it at I think 7k miles after the test was done the oil still had 40% life with no bad contamination what so ever and still held like 85-90% of it lubricity from being new off the shelf. Changing it to soon is just a waist in my eyes but on average I change the oil when the truck is at about 20-30% and I’m typically 8-9k miles into it

[@Denis-tu1pd]

I have been driving ram trucks for 34 years. 1989 12 valve, 03 dually 5.9 ,2021 6.7 3500 single rear wheel. The only thing that don't like is the shift limiter on the steering wheel. That should have been left on the shift lever with a rocker switch .

[@IManOPERATOR]

I couldn’t agree more, I always talk about that with my buddy’s it’s not a good spot for it

[@Denis-tu1pd]

Fleet guard is a subsidiary of Cummings. Read up on the lf16035

[@IManOPERATOR]

Yes they make all filters for cummins And I’ll check into that

[@CornFed_3]

Solid review. I have a 2020 3500 Night Edition dually with the Aisin, 4.10s and 50-gallon tank. Absolutely the best truck I’ve owned and I’ve owned all brand of diesels. I will say that my factory tires haven’t given me an issue. I’ve got just shy of 11k miles on mine with trailer towing and a lot of long distance. Having said that, I want to swap them out to something snow rated.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Appreciate it! I bet that’s a sexy truck for sure! If you have the money I would buy yourself a set of steel wheels for the snow tires cause you will for sure be just like me 12-13k miles in if you tow a lot and destroy snow tires. I would buy a set and keep it to the side just for that season then swap back over to your summer set. It will be cheaper in the long run.

[@CornFed_3]

@@IManOPERATOR, I’ve considered having 2 separate sets but also don’t want to deal with that hassle every season 😂 The Nitto Exo Grappler is a good all-around choice and is 3-peak snow rated for winter driving. I had them on my 2017 F350 and they did phenomenal. I think someone else asked but have you considered rear air suspension? You’re within weight of the truck but air would certainly keep you more leveled out. I just sent a quote request out to Kelderman about my 3500 to have full air ride all around. I was spoiled with that in the Army and I’d never have to worry about sagging.

[@IManOPERATOR]

I know the feeling just more to do to swap tires out when it time lol. And yes I’ve got asked a few times , I’m Definitely considering putting air suspension on the truck I’m gonna go with the air lift system it’s not needed but I know for sure would help out with all the weight that I tell and honestly for the weight that I have towed with my truck I’m surprised how much it squats it’s definitely not to an extreme at least that’s why it’s not that big on my list to get right now

[@robertjoe1576]

Dana S110 has a GAWR up to 14,706 lbs but is frequently, de-rated by vehicle manufacturer for safety and tire reasons.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Typically just from tire rating only “measured” control they have to go off of dot wise

[@pddieselpower]

This guy is speaking the truth.

[@IManOPERATOR]

👊🏼👊🏼👊🏼

[@k-mparker]

Goooood video with transparency!!! Ordered mine last month to drag my 5th wheel around the country and will be living in full time. The RV will be 25K…best truck to pull that beast around is the Rammer!!!!!👍😃🍻

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you!! And bad ass! They’ll be a huge upgrade for sure! Have fun out there drive safe!

[@billw8198]

Ordered a 22 dually HO a month ago....did do the bigger tank and 4.10's...wont get it until October and can't wait....sounds like I made a good choice....thanks for the review...

[@IManOPERATOR]

Very nice congratulations! I’m jealous of the larger tank for sure lol. You definitely made the right choice. Happy you enjoyed the review!

[@easttexasengineering3489]

Dude, you will be so happy with your purchase. I own several trucks (I’m a Texan lol) and honestly my Ram 3500 HO and my Titan XD are the only ones I prefer to drive.

[@noosh8316]

@@easttexasengineering3489 just curious have you had any issues with the 5.0L Cummins in your XD?

[@easttexasengineering3489]

@@noosh8316 I got the gas engine because the additional payload you have. The diesel in the Titan reduces the payload too much. You can legally add payload by buying stronger tires etc but the tires Nissan put from the factory seem to be perfect for me. I truly believe the issues Nissan and Cummins had was MPG related. Most people state 14.5 mpg with the Cummins and look at my 3500 ram HO dually I am getting 18-19 mpg and the truck weighs 2000# more. My opinion Nissan getting rid of Cummins was a stupid mistake.

[@noosh8316]

@@easttexasengineering3489 agreed. I drive a 17 XD with the 5.6L also. IMO the biggest mistake Nissan made with that truck was only giving it a 8800 lb. GVWR and a 5K rear axle. To not rate the XD as a true 3/4 ton just tells me Nissan didn’t have full confidence in their product. If they did, they would have rated it to its full capacities for payload and towing to make it more attractive and competitive. It’s a shame too cause the reliability of my truck has been stellar and the 100K warranty is awesome. Continued luck with your XD 👍

[@aaronkelley8909]

Ram Cummins all the way!

[@IManOPERATOR]

All day long!

[@brenteason9891]

Great review. I have the 2018 Ram 2500 to tow our boat and it is a machine. Yeah, it's overkill for a 7k lbs. boat, but the Toyota Tundra was getting 7mpg pulling it and the Ram 2500 makes it so easy and 13-14mpg towing. My truck has an "exhaust system modification" and some missing emissions parts that make it run cooler and faster. Keep the great videos rolling......

[@IManOPERATOR]

Heck ya! Even if it’s 7k just a way easier tow for you and for the truck can’t go wrong with that. And there nothing wrong with hitting a bump in the road and having the truck be a smidge lighter 😂

[@easttexasengineering3489]

With everything going on in the US with steel, wood shortages. Here in Texas you CANNOT find a Ram 3500 or a GMC 3500 at any dealers in Texas. Ford has F350’s full on the lot. That tells you everything you need to know. People are not buying the fords. Just saying it’s common sense. Dealer here in Tyler offered to buy my 2020 Ram HO back for what I paid for it pluss $1000. They said they can sell it more than I paid nowadays.

[@IManOPERATOR]

It’s the same in nearly all the states, I’ve seen 4500-5500 trucks are more likely to be found but 3500-2500 are nearly extinct. Ya I still see the Ford dealers round here stocked full of trucks, I have one freind bought a f250 and he regretted it. I’ve had the same offer for my truck they offered me the out the door price I payed for it.. it’s crazy.

[@Itsa_Mea]

Good review. My only complaint with the Aisin is when you're coming to a stop there is a delay getting back to 1st. So if you're quick to go it will start in second or give you an uneasy downshift that makes my stomach turn. Lol

[@IManOPERATOR]

Yes! That too I definitely forgot to mention that one. It’s a slow girl off the line lol need to be patient lol

[@sxsoffroad43]

Sick channel brother! Got same color rig! Ram it! Keep the vids coming!

[@IManOPERATOR]

Appreciate you! Thank you. You’ve got some good taste! I love this color. I’ll be getting a few hopefully kicked out this week. Been falling behind

[@sxsoffroad43]

Trucks a monster! It's awsome.. thanks for filter change video I'm only at 5500 but least I know what I'm up against! Looks awsome with 19.5s! What tire did you go with? How are they holding up!

[@IManOPERATOR]

@@sxsoffroad43 ya man of course! Happy it’s helping quite a few people. I remember the good times when I had 5k on the OD lol And thank you.. 19.5 where the best thing for this truck hands down. I bought BFG route control S for the front and the D for the rear. They are holding up really well. I didn’t know the route control D was actually a snow rated tire so it will wear a bit quicker but still they are so much better then any 17” tires for sure

[@thomasyerbey337]

Enjoyed your video on the truck I would agree with you thank you for sharing this information 🇺🇲

[@IManOPERATOR]

Happy oh liked it! Appreciate the support 💪🏼

[@joelsteele7341]

This is a great review. I love the towing comparison as you describe it. We have a 2020 drw don't load up as much as you. We run a inbed camper and tow toys behind. It does amazing. We tow tons of passes and love the engine brake, like you said essentially little to no use of brakes all engine braking.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Oh ya you definitely understand the huge benefit then, happy you enjoyed the review

[@PunisherOfDeath101]

I'm deciding between the f450 vs 3500 ho late next year. If ram go Allison trans I'm sold. Ford just has a better package out the door on the f450. Let see how this next year plays out for Ford vs Ram.

[@IManOPERATOR]

The Allison system is okay in my opinion, if they put an Allison 2000 in the truck then it’s for sure worth something but the 1000 unless they’ve updated the final drive I have a feeling these trucks will blow them up with the weight they can haul.

[@IManOPERATOR]

And if you like good exhaust braking definitely the Dodge Ram, Fords system is nearly useless compared to dodge

[@PunisherOfDeath101]

I'll be towing a 20k 5th wheel across America and through the Rockies. Not sure what features I'll need, but definitely safety first. That's why 19.5 are important to me. But ram engine braking is also important. I'll need to look into upgrading the wheels and tires on the ram. Does that void the warranty? Thanks to your videos a Ford guy is thinking about a ram. But I'm part of no group now that my family safety comes first.

[@IManOPERATOR]

@@PunisherOfDeath101 dang! Sounds like a fun experience! For safety in mind I would carry everything DOT mandated for commercial drivers, cones, fire extinguisher, fuses and so on, I would definitely put a viair on board air compressor on the truck too. I can’t really see wheels and tires voiding warranty since the are the same size, and close to weight as the oem, also 4500 trucks have the same front axle if I remember correctly. I’ve asked my dealer about that they told me “well we sell already modified wheels and tires on trucks before with warranty” so from that I’m sure they can’t say much about that. Especially being the same oem size. From the f350 I have and my ram 3500, Ford-suspension sags very quick, suspension washes out and hops on washboard roadways breaks have already glazed over 2 times on it. Dodge- breaks are still nearly new, exhaust break out performs the Ford in every way 100x over. Suspension is firm but forgiving and you can see it doesn’t sag much at all. Plus I love the interior of the truck and all the display you get checking all the vitals on the truck.

[@PunisherOfDeath101]

@@IManOPERATOR I'm a mechanic and former road service technician so the compressor is definitely going on. I'll need to look into viair compressor. I was looking at eagle low profile tankless compressor Incase I decide to run a bed cover when I'm not towing.

[@easttexasengineering3489]

Wow man I know I subscribed your channel not long ago when you started and you already got 20k. Heck yeah man that’s making money..

[@IManOPERATOR]

This 20k on the truck came super fast, about to do my next fuel filters on it this week, just got them today showing 25% left on my dash lol

[@denistaramasso9724]

Those 19.5 wheels look awesome. Those wheels good 👍 👌 choice. Alot safer than 17s

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you! They have been worth every penny!

[@michaelmyers6633]

Hey I wanted to see what seat covers you have? If you could include the link. Thanks.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Made a whole video on them 👌🏼 get you a better idea too, but in short words I love them and will definitely be buying another set if these ever rip. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZ67h3uPf9aqotk

[@minixllc4860]

Pardon me but I don't understand your first point about 1st ⚙, could you try to explain in a different way

[@IManOPERATOR]

Can you show me at what time in the video you’re talking about I’ll be happy to clarify

[@davidsnow1481]

Great review really liked it. Keep up the good work and stay safe out there.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thank you sir! You do the same!

[@FieldWorxoverlandadventures]

Good video! I basically have the same truck I just purchased a 2022 and I tow on a regular basis approximately 14,000 pounds almost 7 days a week come spring time, I was looking at the picture of your truck but your video is quick and I couldn’t tell, do you have a small lift kit or leveling kit on your truck? My front end is just too low and I want to bring it up a couple inches, you got a good truck

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thanks man! And no, I don’t have any kind of lift on the truck she’s bone stock.

[@nolefanx07]

Hey man love the channel and the overview . I’ll be back to towing for a living soon. Trailer load weight I’d say between 6,000-10,000 daily. You think I should go with the aisin over the 68rfe? My family and I just went and took a megacab with the 68 in it and it was really nice . Just kind of iffy on it’s history. Thanks for any input you can offer. You seem very happy with the aisin .

[@IManOPERATOR]

Hey man, appreciate the kind words. I can’t say anything bad on personal experience on the 68rfe since I’ve never owned one. However I can tell you my neighbor has a 2015 2500 with a 68 and he tows in the 7-12k lb range often enough and has nearly 200k on the truck now. Only issue he’s had was the trans cooler distribution block he got the upgraded aftermarket system for it and was good all over again. Only issue he’s had was that. On my end I love the Aisin system especially for what I do. I think over all the choice is yours really can’t go wrong with either one. For your need. Aisin is a bit more maintenance being it’s service is 30k besides being 50-60k for the 68. And it shifts like a Manuel it’s a slow shift not like you can hot rod around with it cause it ain’t fast lol but you do get the HO motor and when you load her up she takes off even with a 20k lb machine on the trailer. Already said a lot however long story short you can not go wrong with the Aisin however don’t let it sway you to much if you fall in love with a 68 truck.

[@diamondhead203]

Aisin if you tow heavy…Aisin is a commercial grade transmission..they put them in dump trucks. 68RFE is a good transmission for vacations and running around town.

[@shauncollins2017]

The only issue I've seen out of guys running the 19.5's is the rear axle seals going out prematurely.

[@IManOPERATOR]

These rear ends are different then past models of your talking about the AAM 11.5 those have always been prone to inner axle seal issues

[@joemeyer2726]

19.5 and OEM option genius, considered Alcoa?

[@IManOPERATOR]

Alcoa doesn’t make 19.5 8x200 lug pattern for this truck, these north stars are just as good and strong as hell

[@cnetate]

I enjoy your opinions on the trucks. I have a 21 Ram 3500 HO srw and came from a 15 Ram 3500 HO. The truck has about 2100 miles on it. Did you feel your truck "wake up" after a certain mileage? I've read some believe the truck is derated until a certain mileage for break in. Reason I ask is I thought there would be a big improvement in power going from 3.42 to 3.73 and with 35 more hp and 210 lb ft. The new truck feels more powerful from the low to mid range and about the same at the top end pulling the same load up the mountain as my 15.

[@IManOPERATOR]

I couldn’t tell you yes or no in that one, anything after 3rd gear on this truck it always takes off. There’s a good chance you’ve already got acclimated to it’s power band, these trucks are so smooth on the power it doesn’t feel like much but I’ve passed 4th gen trucks going up a grade two times now when I was towing my skid steer and excavator and all they had on their trailer was a 3 car trailer.

[@thirdhandearthworks]

Hell yeah, I feel the same way about my '18 Ram 2500. Thanks for the great review. I'd you're considering doing other reviews, I'd love to hear how you feel about your KX040 :-)

[@IManOPERATOR]

No problem happy you enjoyed it! I feel bad, I’ve been asked so many times to get a review on it, I’ll definitely try to get going on that,

[@minixllc4860]

So I'm debating between a 21 3500 Ram or a 21 4500 Ford. Could you give me your take on it. I know all the comparison I heard from you about your truck is VS a Ford 350

[@minixllc4860]

I heard on other videos that if you place the exhaust brake on automatic on a Ford it works almost if not as good as the Ram, do you know anything about that?

[@IManOPERATOR]

So between the two, you get a wider axle up front for tighter turning and a larger rear end I think it’s a s110 Dana and you can get 4:54-4:88 gears The 4500/5500 trucks are a derated motor being a SO with the aisin trans real benefit with these trucks it’s more utilitarian for sure longer frame and more stout frame with larger breaks all around but just a touch slower. I went with mine cause I wanted a truck bed plus having the HO engine was a large thing for me. Over all you can’t go wrong with a 4500 platform it’s a beast of a rig

[@IManOPERATOR]

And for the Ford exhaust brake I have a f350 with my company, no auto doesn’t do a single thing and it’s no where near comparable with the cummins system, only way for the Ford to compare with the cummins is to actually use the brakes lol

[@Tony-tk4ht]

what psi do you run when unloaded?

[@IManOPERATOR]

95psi all around I don’t mess with tire pressure much.

[@donnysivert8111]

What size 19.5 tires are you running? I am running 245 for curbs running into nyc

[@IManOPERATOR]

I got stock size they are 225s I didn’t want to mess with my gear ratio cause of the weight I tow

[@lyndonhamby7432]

You told it on the money buddy 💪🏻👍

[@IManOPERATOR]

Appreciate you brother 💪🏼💪🏼👊🏼🇺🇸👊🏼🇺🇸

[@lyndonhamby7432]

Sup Big Warren. Ram Beast 💪🏻👍☝️

[@IManOPERATOR]

What’s up braaa!! Amen

[@GMCRanch]

I'd like to try towing with a HO/Aisin combo vs my standard 6.7/68RFE. Apparently the power difference is substantial (I'm sure it's just tuning but still). I have a TPMS sensor that's intermittently going in and out on my 14. Very annoying. Found em on Amazon but still what a pain to replace etc. Great reviews man nice to see dislikes on the list. Makes for a realistic and comprehensive review instead of yeah my trucks great yours sucks 😄

[@IManOPERATOR]

Happy you likes the review, ya I’m just as honest as I can be about it always be something you dislike lol. I’ll be honest though the SO and HO motors yes a there’s a change in tuning however the HO there’s a difference in compression ratio pistons rods and the turbo the motor is built differently over the SO from what I’ve read in the past, the HO and Aisin combo honestly feels much slower then the SO with a 68 behind it. You gain it’s full potential when you’re towing. And ya the stupid tpms I just care less about it now lol it’s just a screen in the beginning but I get used to clicking twice to the left to get back to my main screen when I drive. Appreciate the support 👊🏼

[@GMCRanch]

@@IManOPERATOR yep it stays up for a while then goes out then comes back on. Same for me back to the fuel mileage display for me. Seems like the hot days we've had have really messed with mine. Just another parts racket like everything else these days.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Ya sometimes to much tech is annoying as it can be lol

[@richardharvey8939]

Great review wish I had 36 on my 04. It came with 26. Make Sam fix your A/C.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Thanks man! You can always change that tag on your truck if you want to. I probably should 😂 only thing I can make him do is talk shit 😂😂

[@noosh8316]

Great video man, do you ever wish you had opted for the rear Air Suspension?

[@IManOPERATOR]

I don’t really wish I had it, I’ve been thinking of getting an air lift system just for the heck of it however the way this truck has handled a 27-28k lb machine 4 times now it’s not something that is needed but it can definitely benefit

[@robertjohnson2465]

How is your air conditioning working? Have you had any issues or done the update?

[@IManOPERATOR]

No issues what so ever it’s been working great. Never heard about an update, however I’ve heard of some people talking about it not blowing that cold

[@robertjohnson2465]

@@IManOPERATOR Thanks for the reply. From what I understand, the update for poor AC issues was Technical Service Bulletin # 24-001-20 dated November 25, 2020.

[@IManOPERATOR]

@@robertjohnson2465 well I might just take it in to double check don’t mind even cooler AC lol I appreciate that

[@Itsa_Mea]

Barely got 20k out of the Nexens. Junk. I went with Falkens and like them.

[@IManOPERATOR]

Ya! The falken tires are awesome!

[@mrphil7474]

hey brother what wheels are those? thanks

[@IManOPERATOR]

They are North Star wheels 👌🏼

[@seanyaccarino5105]

How are those Ko2s holding up?

[@IManOPERATOR]

Lol posted a video of upgrading the wheels and tires. Ko2 are wiped out at 13k miles lol

[@Type1A]

Are you able to keep the TPMS with the 19’s?

[@IManOPERATOR]

You can if you want to. Just get a replacement of mopar ones from the dealer or on line I didn’t care for it since they always go out anyways

[@joemeyer2726]

Why not upgraded transmission?

[@IManOPERATOR]

Trans doesn’t need to be touched, just doing the services that it needs nothing more

[@jordanparra3241]

🤔 1 unlike I wonder if is because You live in California? Great video and work keep them coming .

[@IManOPERATOR]

Most likely jealous of them awesome views lol Appreciate you man!

[@fivesfilms]

I liked it. I’ve had my 21’ dually for over a month…Limited night edition, 68rfe, rear air ride, 50 gal tank snd 4.10s. The performance and comfort is great. The mpgs are finally starting to improve. I wanted the HO, but with these trucks being so scarce and I paid 500 below invoice, I couldn’t pass it up. Keep up the good work!

[@IManOPERATOR]

Nice man! You’ve got a nice set up right there! Make her work! Happy you found yourself a truck, definitely crazy with the market and how hard it is to find a truck these days Happy you enjoyed the video! Always appreciate it👊🏼

[@fivesfilms]

Thanks! What are those rims you’re running? I didn’t see a video on them.

[@IManOPERATOR]

@@fivesfilms I have a video talking about them a few videos down but they are north start wheels I actually forgot to even mention that in that video lol. Theyer a solid set of wheels for the truck each one is 5k rated

[@IManOPERATOR]

@@fivesfilms here’s the video for ya. What a RAM 3500 should come with from the factory! Only way to go if you tow!

[@andymullen1752]

great video I definitely like my 19 3500 single rear wheel

[@Denis-tu1pd]

Th