Check Out My "New" Work Truck! 2001 Dodge Ram ST In Depth Tour & Test Drive

[@CoolGorillaGoAnimate7000]

That is pretty epic. I can't believe 2001 was 19 years ago! Time flies by fast

[@jelanimclean6326]

Kyle's Cars & Truck Timeline: 1. 1997 Saab 900 Convertible 2. 2002 Lexus ES 300 3. 2007 Lexus ES 350 4. 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 5. 1995 Buick Roadmaster 6. 2001 Dodge Ram ST Many More!

[@CoolGorillaGoAnimate7000]

@talldude123 oh for sure

[@rileysmith9843]

I have a 2003 with the Hemi V8.

[@CoolGorillaGoAnimate7000]

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[@RNESigmajesustoilet987]

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[@qdood]

A truck that's actually a "truck" hope it keeps working for you for years.

[@UrBloodOnMyFace]

Oh, I'm sure it will, back then they used to build trucks like tanks lol

[@omarzowila]

Unfortunately, he sold it along with the 2015 Sierra 3500 HD, the 2019 Jeep Wrangler, and the 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis

[@عائشهالسبيعي-ف9ن]

الرسائل

[@omarzowila]

Unfortunately after about a year, he sold that truck

[@garretttucker5838]

Chrysler column shifts of this era were all really smooth that I remember. My parents had a 98 caravan and it was silky smooth to shift and I remember watching one of Kyle's reviews a long time ago on the AWD town and country and he also commented on the smoothness of the shifter.

[@scarhart53]

Huh? It's an automatic. No one shifts those.

[@joeldude76]

We had an 04 ram. It was the same way. Super smooth

[@Thirsty_Fox]

The 90's/00's Chrysler column shifters were the best. GM vehicles always had super notchy ones (except some Cadillac and Buick sedans) while Ford had really loose ones. Sad you can't really get them anymore except in a fleet vehicle, which they still make because they're better.

[@dave11686]

Very nice! I’m sorry for the loss of Wesley

[@2020jd]

I think this things needs a 6.4 Hemi shoe-horned into it! A single cab, short bed, 2 wheel drive is the perfect platform for a muscle truck!

[@UrBloodOnMyFace]

Hold on partner this is just a work truck not some rapper mobile show truck

[@robag2894]

Stay away from new hemis. Had one 2017 ram with a hemi in it, camshaft and lifters went out at 58000 miles.

[@rickydavis5541]

The 318 and the 360 one of the best dodge engines ever made!

[@manduheavyvazquez5268]

Masterpiece ever until now 2023. Great

[@jesusamador2473]

Owned a 97 SS/T blk/tan. Loaded, one of the prettiest trucks I’ve ever seen.

[@dommm111]

Is not a Chevy or a Ford but I like it, it has personality and a "in ur face" look. Good one Kyle!

[@eddierools]

As a Mopar man, you cannot believe just how much I love seeing a Ram in your possession, hope to see some cool stuff done with this, not too crazy, but still some nice upgrades.

[@rollingthunder1681]

Awesome video Kyle. My grandfather‘s first truck that I remember him having since I was born was a 1998 ram 1500 SLT but his had a backseat as well as a V8. He now has a 2020 Toyota tundra TRD pro and he absolutely loves it. Keep the green videos coming Kyle

[@Depressedwarriorsfan6238]

That's a really muscular sounding V6!

[@goofyronbert7172]

Column shifters are my favorite

[@McIntosh1581]

That was my favorite generation Dodge Ram. Chrysler really knocked it out of the park in 1994 when they designed and released that body style. I still remember that generation Dodge Ram being famous in Twister and Walker, Texas Ranger. The 1990s was a fun decade to grow up in.

[@alexlanders6676]

I’ve had 3 of these trucks and they all did that going into overdrive

[@eatonuter7113]

Man the quote 'they just don't make them like they used to anymore' applies here. This truck is in immaculate shape and no rust. It's hard to find these in really good shape. Glad you and Christal decided to keep it!

[@MrBoomBlops]

My friend had a manual ram just like that one in high school and no matter what hell he put that through it wouldn't die. Love it

[@jeepguy95]

Great to see you're keeping your father-in-law's legacy alive by keeping and maintaining his truck.

[@josephstalin6281]

I actually prefer the seats in the work trucks over the SLT’s they’re so comfortable compared to them

[@2500mike]

Glad you did a video on this. These are my favorite generation. I remember seeing them new on the lot. Instant like. I've owned a few 2nd gen diesel trucks but I've always wanted the work model or an ST V6 Reg cab long box. Just a good work truck. I have a 2017 Tradesman 1500 currently I bought new. Probably the best quality Ram trucks have had. However something about that older generation I love. Take care Kyle!

[@nick_osas]

Totally reminds me of my uncles 1st gen Tacoma v6 that I’m using rn. Runs decent, shocks are worn, base trim and it’s 20 years old. Keep it up man

[@eugenechustz3426]

My brother is a master mechanic and has been doing automatic transmissions since he was 17 and we just recently changed the transmission fluid in a1999 f 150 with no issues

[@Eliyourcarguy]

There is a gap in every person's life that only an old basic work truck can fill! Not even a Dodge fan to be honest, but this thing has character and I love it man!

[@seahawker7796]

This is the best thing for this old truck, with you as the new owner, you will refurbish this truck to excellent condition and bring it back to life! You are probably one of the best detailers in the country, so I can't wait to see the end results when you're done.

[@thagerdorn2009]

I own my 2nd Ram, this one is a 99 1500 Laramie SLT 4WD 5.2 lifted. They look awesome, sound awesome and drive awesome. The cracked dashes are a huge problem, to see this one with no broken dash is amazing.

[@ethanwaltz1836]

It is like my white '02 beat up,beautiful,reg cab,charcoal interior, and high miles. Mine is a magnum V8 that was rebuilt for $5k and we inherited it but from an old friend and also a long bed SLT and it takes $200 a week in gas and it also sounds a little close to yours but it just has that gas burning muscle truck sound and it was redone so now you cant hot wire it

[@ChamuKING95]

Nothing more beautiful than a 2nd Gen Ram

[@99thpeanut59]

Put in an 8.0 V10 and do a second gen srt10 tribute. Maybe use a factory Ram SST style bodykit and stuff. Always wanted to do this.

[@jv6miata]

I had a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 Sport and I loved it! Needed work so I couldn't do anything with it

[@1leggeddog]

Sounds to me like she needs: Better air intake New spark plugs (and check for black residue on old ones) Transmission flush New headlights And since you replaced the shocks, it means that it "rode on the springs" for a really long time, so check out the rest of the suspension components and bearings/seals.

[@michaellovely6601]

Only three of those need to be done; the headlights can be cleaned with some Armor All headlight restoring agent.

[@winderreborn3783]

mines like this but inburgundy and it has a v8 with over 200,000 miles in it and it is great , it was my grandpas and i just got it today

[@claudiocarbone2225]

Amazing RAM ! Love Dodge from Italy! You are great

[@bronzechicken4437]

This singlehandedly makes me glad I bought my 98 to restore, I love that truck to death. Shocks are the most worthwhile repair one can do for a vehicle, I just put a set on my 2000 Explorer after ONLY 308K miles, and man what a difference. I'd put them off because of rust but PB is your friend.

[@xInline6]

All my life I’ve been around 2nd gen dodges. I love them. I own a 99 2500 that’s been a big project of mine. My dad has bought a 96 1500 5.2 2wd with low miles and it drove like a car. So smooth

[@raphaelhernandez4088]

Sorry for your loss . That truck looks well loved I my self have a Indy ram had it almost 17 years. The second gen rams are awesome looking trucks. I fell in love with them the moment I saw one take good care of her.

[@Daconthocon78]

I have a friend whose dad used to have a red dodge ram 1500 with the suicide doors from this generation, except that it's not in this condition. He ended up getting rid of it and bought a 2019 ram 1500 with the full size back doors.

[@gulvergwalia2047]

For a V6, this really sounds like the bigger SUVs and pickup trucks with V8 engines with potent sound. The engine and even the exhaust sounded like that.

[@jfsiiiautomotivereviews8343]

I AGREE!!!!! Column shifters are my favorite!!!

[@cliffthelightning]

Excellent, i wish regular cab trucks still sold.

[@whackamolechamp]

If that was my truck I would do a 5.9 swap. I had a 95 regular cab short bed with the 5.9 automatic and 3:54 gears. It was quick and it towed and hauled with ease.

[@patrickbolmeyer9515]

TLC is all she needs. Thanks for the review! Be well my friend!

[@tristanmathesonsinventory2443]

Patrick Bolmeyer love is alway what everyone needs

[@miguelalvarado6460]

Dad has a 1997 v6 with a Manuel, awesome truck good on gas and been really reliable

[@Hiddenpower6]

Completely agree with you on the column shifter. I drove gm vehicles all the time and I never got the gear right the first time and it always felt harsh and weird when shifting. When I got a 4th gen ram it easily became the best column shifter I ever used.

[@dwoodog]

LOL!!! I instantly love this saying..."you barely have enough power to get out of your own way"

[@anthonydecesare1847]

My Dad has a 1999 5.2L V8 and she has well over 200K miles on her. She still runs great and as you said there always seems to be something wrong with her.

[@SkylineFTW97]

Check the transmission dipstick. If the fluid is the same color brown as the oil, then you can change it. If it's black or smells burnt, then you can't. That means the clutch packs are damaged and you need either a rebuild or a replacement.

[@KnuckleHeadGarage27]

Yes that old saying is true about the transmission changing the fluid at how miles if it's never been changed before I wouldn't mess with it unless they gave you an issue. That other issue sounds like the torque converter and that's why it jerks when it goes into overdrive

[@SkylineFTW97]

Not mileage. Condition. Always check trans fluid condition before changing it.

[@KnuckleHeadGarage27]

@@SkylineFTW97 I've had several and seen it . A person changes the tran fluid at high miles and it's never been touched and then has transmission problems after it .

[@SkylineFTW97]

@@KnuckleHeadGarage27 Yeah, if it's never been touched. But in most cases, it's a car somebody bought used and has no idea whether or not it's been changed. That's why the best course is to check first. If your car has a dipstick for the trans, there's no excuse to not check it.

[@KnuckleHeadGarage27]

@@SkylineFTW97 yeah lol . I just bought a vehicle that had this happened lol she has 255,000 miles and they decided to change it

[@SkylineFTW97]

@@KnuckleHeadGarage27 I bought a Subaru Outback with 266k on it. The trans fluid is still serviceable. Dipstick was seized in place, but it did come out to check it.

[@Keeter94]

Just bought a 98 with 139k 360ci with 321 gears in the back (5lug) 2wd 500$ got in a slight fender bender. Stripped down put in new radiator support she is good as new. Runs like a top. I’m starting to learn I’m very lucky

[@Keeter94]

Also hood and driver side fender replaced and painted home owner special

[@JasonBoydston]

I had a 1994 version of this same truck, the only difference was it was red, long bed with the 5 speed manual. Cool truck!

[@Sammy_The_Cat]

These trucks are always completely rotted out in my area. I’m surprised seeing it so solid and also seeing just how good that drivers seat looks

[@williamsinger4124]

The dash too. It ain't bad

[@williamsinger4124]

Ok I stand corrected lol I commented before he reached the dash part lol

[@redneckillinois2030]

Also Kyle will mention the transmission paired to the v6 hardly ever goes out. I wouldn’t change it either cause I did a filter and fluid change on my 99 5.9 dodge and after which would slip constantly and had to junk it. If it ain’t broke don’t fix it! Good luck!

[@williamsinger4124]

Here in NY, when I do a simple shock swap, I get the gas axe ready, a 3 lb Tonya Harding 🔨 ready, and lastly basic tools

[@nickclayton2517]

I had an 96 Laramie. I had over 250.000 but was in still great shape. Just like that. Mine was a hunter green.

[@Hippo0529]

I can agree with you on the column shifter, even my 98 GMC is notchy like yours.

[@CCconstruction89]

Get the transmission upgrade kit with new solenoids and overdrive spring.. easy to do with trans in, gives you the opportunity to tighten the bands. Bet your legs overdrive spring is broken. I’ll try and post link...

[@christophertibbitts5636]

The truck's in excellent shape! Take good care of it, Kyle!

[@MrLowprofile13]

I always loved those generation of Dodge Trucks.

[@hectorvaldez6181]

I literally just got the exact same truck, my little project truck now.

[@DanaDoesStuff]

I still have my 1995 Dodge Ram Laramie SLT. I see yours is suffering from the typical Chrysler paint issues… But it’s fantastic to see one without any rust on it!

[@adampierce3238]

That's a great video of this old truck thank you for sharing it to us viewer's

[@blackmambaz2850]

Nice truck I have an 02 Dakota with the 3.9 dodge built some good trucks back then

[@sebastianmercado6009]

Bring back the old school personal vehicles start ups

[@mds2465]

I would do a drain and refill on the transmission. That should be fine, but a flush yes I agree don’t do that because that pushes any friction material shavings into the small passages which ultimately leads to transmission failure. I believe those have transmission filters as well which you should also change as well

[@spencersgarage]

Looks like a great truck Kyle! I recently picked up a 2003 Ram 2500 with a 5.9 Cummins 6 speed manual. Man I love my truck!

[@ecymbura31]

Wow thats a very unique Ram! Simple and bare bones inside, an SLT looking trim outside but with a V6 very interesting might i also add that truck is so clean for its age

[@kalishaROX]

Ive had 3 of these trucks a 5.2 318 and 2 24v cummins including a parts truck and ive always loved them so much i still have my 01 24v and its pretty clean but not as clean as yours and its my project im planning on restoring the truck front to back and modify it on the way im hoping it will be making about 700 to the rear tires id really like to see you restore your truck kyle i love your videos and want to see this truck in its prime

[@whoisfluffy3476]

This is when dodges we’re actually good

[@AustinMBecker]

Kinda....

[@h1tman-640]

New ones are absolute trash

[@reweydewy]

There transmissions were not

[@samsquires2877]

Dodge has never made a good truck or a real truck at that.

[@chaoszombie9995]

Oi... I love my 2020 RAM..

[@thezman101_3]

Do a touch screen head unit like the Jimmy and fix the paint for Wesley! love the interior but she sounds like she was well taken care of just needs some regular maintenance work on her and a few small things.

[@bamparsil]

I do remember having a 95' dodge ram 1500 like that shape but it had a back seat you had to move the front seats, it needed a water pump but it went to the junkyard and i hope someone has it taking care of it

[@tylerexperience8704]

beautiful truck, I would swap the big old 8L V10. That huge motor in a truck that small would haul bud! Would love to see a future video of you doing that! V10's with low miles are cheap.

[@andythompson3528]

I have a 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 Laramie SLT. It’s a regular cab long bed 4wd with the 318 v8 engine.I average about 13-16 miles per gallon.

[@Gasoline2009]

Good video buddy, but of you permitt to say, never use the tool to fix the oil filter. The oil filter has to tight by band and not by tools, cause the next time you need to remove It, you can have troubles. Anyway thanks for the video.

[@dimitrysAutobody]

Kyle if its a 46re trans its going to be the shift Solenoid for over drive that cuse it to jersey that hard or the bands and loss . They are great trucks.

[@DJBiv788]

This Dodge Ram was the best generation Ram to me.

[@gosportjamie]

There can't be many 2nd gen Rams left in the US in that sort of condition... After 19 years and 190,000 miles it might well be worth considering putting on a set of new springs all round. After that time and mileage you've got to be thinking they're going to be getting pretty tired, especially at the back where it's been carrying loads for most of its' life. It would be worth putting a new set on when you're doing the suspension overhaul as that can make a huge difference to the ride quality of an older vehicle...

[@xc8487]

Best bang for your buck upgrades, Basset DOT rims and a glasspack muffler.

[@ryanjack9633]

He kept it in great condition. Your best bet is just drop the pan, change the fluid and filter. Don't flush or push anything through it.

[@JamesRussoMillas]

Best looking pickups ever made imo

[@nos1000100]

believe it or not. the 5.2l isnt too much worse on gas vs the 3.9l. If you do put a v8 in it. id say the 5.2l if youre worries about gas but if you need power, the 5.9l is also a drop in replacement and they do make better transmission kits for it.

[@AUSSIEGARAGE_YT]

Cool truck, I have a 2001 Ram 1500 4x4 off road package std cab short bed with the 5.2l v8 its the lariat trim with the upgraded sound system, sliding rear window, power mirrors, and overhead console screen. Great truck but only gets single digit gas mileage due to the 4.10 axle ratio and some 35 inch tires lol

[@El_GordoTV]

That truck is a keeper. Having to find a truck in that prestige condition, is hard to find now in days.

[@ziplepingouin1186]

You’re a cool guy

[@tristanmathesonsinventory2443]

The instrument cluster you have this or without a tachometer that means the fuel gauge is in the tachometer’s place

[@alonzolopez9649]

Nice rig, I wish trucks were cheaper around my area.

[@reidmiller4626]

“It’s...I don’t now I’m weird I guess.” 😂 Classic moment. I know what you mean though.

[@tristanmathesonsinventory2443]

Holding on to it now that’s love for a Ram

[@SAMPLETEXT285]

dad took care of this truck 190k miles and the dash doesn't even have a hole in it take care of this 2nd gen it might not be a cummins but its still a survivor

[@Mr330d]

keep it going and working hard in his Memory 🤙🏻

[@BradHuey1992]

Reminds me of my 98 I had. But it was the 4wd version with the 318 v8 with the 5 speed manual. Really loved that truck but got into financial problems an had to sell it. 😔.. Hope to find another one someday that isn't beat an rusted out.

[@poppav3821]

Nice truck Kyle westly is gonna love it

[@leopoldosanchez5979]

U should check for rust underneath that drop in bed liner I like old trucks especially single cabs

[@CourageousCoward1728]

My dad had an 02 a lot like this one. I miss it a lot :(

[@2Stoned2Care153]

Mighty good truck you got 👍

[@graysonsgarage5157]

That reminds me of the government truck my dad used to drive when I was little, only that one was all blue with no silver under tone and didn't have a cargo light (in other words, the third brake light was solid red). It was a great truck like all these 2nd gen Dodges are, the only thing I hate about them is their interior's (specifically the dashboard) disintegrate easily

[@nicolasdepaoli2387]

The best pickup truck in the world MOPAR OR NO CAR

[@theramquest4advanture.]

Very nice looking truck, I have a '97 Ram 1500 but it's got the 5.9 360 V8 auto with 270,900 miles so far. Plus it's still got the original engine and trans, hope it last a few more 1000 miles. Only thing I don't like is the gas mileage, but it still runs good so far. If you take care of it, it will last.

[@theramquest4advanture.]

The best thing to do with it to help the trans, put an external trans cooler and that will help it last. That cooler in the radiator isn't enough to cool the trans much, so when you put an external cooler on it, like mine you save the trans.

[@tucksmith8300]

It’s a nice looking truck for the year

[@redneckillinois2030]

Nothing better than a old dodge truck

[@kingjlinza]

I honestly like that color on that truck

[@NoypiTexan]

You’re one humble KZbinr.