Did I make a mistake buying a Power Wagon?!

[@curtgrohs]

I just purchased one, it’s almost to much for what I really need I love it 100%

[@billjamison2877]

I have a 2022 Rebel and absolutely love it!

[@k9agent785]

Work gave me a new 2020 Tradesman w 6.4L. I have 60k+ and over 1100 idle hours. Truck weighs 9000lb everyday. Not a single issue. I can’t wait to get one personally. I’m a 30 year GM guy and it’s over. RAM 100%

[@freeze101man]

I appreciate the honest review, upgrading from a Toyota Tundra, to a PW, for driving and towing too.

[@johnraygun9868]

Gas is always a battle but I wouldn't trade my PW, well worth it to me, she does everything i ask! ❤ mine is a 2019, first year of the 8 speed in them, she is on 37s, has Octane high clearance bumpers and put some Thuren Fabrication upgrades on the suspension mainly to have grease points where the stock parts don't and i will run this thing until i croak

[@Kanakid]

I bought a 2024 PW with most options. No fifth wheel. No Rambox. I’ve had it for 6 months. The best fuel economy I got was 20mpg. Usual mileage is 15-16 mpg. I love my truck. I’ve wheeled it up to the top of Lead Queen mountain in BC. Pulled a tandem covered trailer with four Honda GoldWings. Pulled it like a charm. It is an awesome truck. Dealer had to replace the EGR valve at 10,000 miles. I installed power running boards and 35” tires run at 45psi cold. It’s an excellent truck!

[@bothfeetinadventures1962]

Good content, happy you’re satisfied with the truck. If you’re happy with it the way you’ve been using it, wait until you see this beast perform off-road. I have a 2022 level III PW I picked up Aug. 2022. Have taken it as is, stock, on some gnarly off-roading from WA, UT, AZ & NV & it is truly impressive for a stock off-road truck. Have a 6000# off-road trailer & the PW tows it around with zero issues. Will be upgrading the PW with the Prospector package from AEV soon, they have the best upgrades for this platform in my opinion. Cheers & enjoy that PW!

[@muskaman2k]

I thought about doing the same, but did you know that their suspension upgrade is based on the normal 2500 platform? You would be converting the suspension back to a regular 2500 just to use their dual sport suspension lift. You will lose some of the articulation but still gonna have all the offroad goodies like lockers and sway bar dc. Just in case you didnt know…

[@medicchester]

Use it as at should be used. ❤ Carli and Fox eliminator 3.0 or extreme series suspension 3.0 updates are required. Seen the PW handling so much improved from the Carli lift kits and before and after videos. Smoothes regular roads, plus offers more wheel well travel and softened handling at the same time.

[@muskaman2k]

Im in the same boat. Got my 2022 pw earlier this year and have driven it nearly 18000 miles since. It had only 40 when i drove it off the lot. Same issues, but i love my truck and have the same experiences. Cheers from southern cali!

[@johndosta5261]

Im from OC! Yeah, I love my '22 PW! Its a beast and not everyone has one.

[@selfcarefordudes]

These Power Wagons are second to non in the off-road pickup world 🙌

[@user-rk2ww2cm4v]

I put BFG KO2 37x12.50x17 on mine (stock suspension). Looks badass, but a little spongy on the ride. 35s are probably more practical, but I'll take badass over practical. I also have a SoftTopper on mine and that is my "roof top tent" when I sleep in the bed on camping trips. Very happy with 6.4 Hemi and 8-speed tranny. Great off road and on long freeway trips as well.

[@jkeithv65]

Are those on the stock wheels, or aftermarket? If aftermarket, different offset? Do they rub at all?

[@user-rk2ww2cm4v]

@@jkeithv65 Yes on stock wheels. It does rub on hard turns on the control arms and sway bar so no biggie to me and I just adjust my turning. My next set of tires will probably 35s MTs... or new wheels with 37s. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ap6aq4yknqqZipI

[@pgfault]

I own a 202r Tradesman with the power wagon group. Good truck. Fuel economy is horrible. Having the option of 3.73s would help and if the transmission would be more aggressive when up shifting to get back down under 2000 rpms when not towing would help too. I'm not crazy about the trailer/towing mirrors. It's very difficult to judge distance to vehicles alongside you. I really dislike the cornering lights and so do my neighbors. Coming home at night the lights would blast directly into their kitchen. Disabled with a couple pieces of black duct tape. I use fogs maybe once every two years, so no major loss. The cornering lights were more distracting than helpful to me. Glad they're gone. Radio has been fine, tho' I don't want Android Aito to connect every time - must have missed a setting. The brakes leave a bit to be desired. They're essentially the same front brakes as the 1500 but are asked to slow down an extra 2000#. Maybe some grippier pads are in my future. Step bars are a big help. Other than those issues, it's been a good truck. Very capable off road and in the snow. Remember, you didn't buy it for good gas mileage. I've had a low pitched whistle in the dash wince it was new. Not coming from the hvac.

[@xanitrucker9946]

Videos like yours make me want to buy that 2023 Power Wagon i've been aiming at even more. I'm so close to buying it, but I'm still not entirely sure, although I'm a Ram person, and will forever be one.

[@sa3key]

You won’t regret it. We are getting ready to this camping. Will post a video update during and after the trip

[@derekheuring2984]

Well, I've owned my lightly used (16,000 miles) 2022 PW now for 12 days and I love it! No surprises on the mileage since I traded a 2012 Laramie 2X4 with the 5.7 that only got 15 mpg so anything over 13 with the PW is good enough for me. I bought the truck as a retirement gift to myself to tow an off grid travel trailer around the country. I plan to find some remote lakes and streams to fish and I want to make sure that I can not only get in to them but I can get out also. In between fishing days I'll unhook the trailer and do a little off-roading so it's a PW for me!

[@bigdaddy5150sh71]

I'm retired also and have similar plans. I'm not worried about mileage either. I hope the seats are as comfortable as they look!

[@klausberne4574]

Couldn't agree more. Best Truck ever.

[@RichProhaska-u1p]

I have 2018 PW which I bought mainly for offroading. These are the best stock offroading trucks on the market. Towing capacity is approximately 10k which compared to other 2500s is a disadvantage but I was told PWs arent designed for towing. Hence the small tires which another negative. I get 16 mpg on hwy with topper. Thinking of getting bigger tires but will effect mpg. Gas needs to be cheaper. We all know who to thank on that!

[@muskaman2k]

So from my research and from a few other videos ive seen about the pw, its payload and tow rating are only lower because of the soft suspension making it unsafe to drive under the load ratings given. People say adding a ln air suspension to assist the springs will fixe that and you can tow closer to a regular 2500. But thats up to you to take the risk.

[@RickySlatton]

Yeps thanks to Joe Biden lol.

[@bernardmiddleton8667]

I also have a 2022 Dodge Ram 2500 Power Wagon and I do agree with you. A very powerful truck . I also have it a little over 6 months.

[@ubeuonly]

As though several Ram owner I am one hundred percent agreement with you except when you mention that people will buy what's within their means. Oh, that's not the case at all because they buy more than they can afford and more Truck than they need because of social media.. but being number one and reliability in light-duty trucks for 3 years in a row Ram is doing a fine job and everyone still trying to catch up to their interior

[@mikepodrasky9405]

You guys crack me up. You spend all this money on these rigs and cry about the price of gas. I've heard from boat owners motor home owners all singing the same tune. Get over it

[@mikewehner2858]

I own a boat and 5 years ago I could fill it up for 400 now it cost me 800-900. Buddies of mine own businesses that have machines that run on gas and they spend double the amount they used to. So yes the gas prices are insane and it's a concern. Glad you like to pay twice as much for groceries etc then years ago. Not gonna get over it.

[@Steven-p1o]

You are right. I just bought 2018 power wagon 6.4. I knew what I was getting into. The truck is one power house. I get a real kick when I start the engine the truck wants to go the power. IM HAPPY.

[@rjmoose8918]

I just bought a 2023 RAM PW. I currently have a 2013 RAM 1500 Sport 4x4. I'm not concerned about gas mileage in the PW.. all I get currently from my 1500 is about 13 - 14 like/gallon

[@quicktoevil]

My 1500 Classic SXT is big enough. It sits tall on 20" wheels and barely fits in the garage. Parking and climbing in and out is a chore. Can't imagine daily driving a PW.

[@MissleT0E]

Running boards 😂

[@redbeastadventures]

Love my PW. It is an absolute beast offroad and climbs like a mountain goat.

[@chrisrhudy2000]

I have had that same infotainment system issue with my ram and the solution i found is shut off the bluetooth on your phone open the sink menu in the infotainment system and turn your bluetooth back on then sink it up again. it seems to be an instance issue where the infotainment system thinks too many instances of the same device being ran mess it up.

[@sa3key]

Good to know. Will try that, thank you

[@Cmoredebris]

We got our PW in 2006. Best truck we've ever owned, except our 1947 Dodge WDX Power Wagon.

[@sniper60605]

I’ve got a 2019 and at first I wasn’t sure I made the right decision, but the longer I own it and use it the more I love it. Yeah, I like someone else said you might just need a software update for your infotainment. Mine will glitch every once in a while, but very rarely.

[@Multipotentialitis]

We're you able to get the front and side cameras? If not, do you wish you had them?

[@sniper60605]

@@Multipotentialitis I do have the front and side cameras yes. I like them and I do use them quite a bit even for just parking in the garage.

[@ubeuonly]

Apple products cause issues in Ford RAM and Chevy

[@mikeyp4404]

Good review 👍 Just sold my 19 PW Started to leak water badly when it rains. From clearance lights or shark fin. But an awesome truck.

[@sa3key]

Seals go bad around the windows or doors?

[@mikeyp4404]

Headliner was soak and front driver grab bar was dripping water I was done after that. Was still under warranty. Koons wanted to keep for 2weeks lol

[@sa3key]

@@mikeyp4404 I know Koons. They sold me my CPO Chevy that I had issues with before I upgraded to the PW. Sorry to hear about your issues. I’ll be sure to keep an eye out for that.

[@mikeyp4404]

@@sa3key yes, definitely keep an eye on it. Beautiful truck 👍

[@ajantics]

Thats a bummer to hear about your PW leaking. I had the same Problem with my Silverado. Apparently it’s a common problem on all GM trucks and SUV’s. GM used a shark fin antenna with a design flaw. There is a little gap at the back of the antenna on the base of it. Water builds up inside the antenna and eventually just eats away the foam then you have water everywhere in the interior. There is also a problem with the 3rd brake light leaking and water coming through the cab.

[@rjmlakota]

I'm in the market now for one. Just waiting to get a deal on one. I have a 2013 1500 and all I get is 12-14 now....

[@sa3key]

It’s close that end of year sales! Good luck!

[@russelldawnspencer9999]

I’ve had my power wagon almost 18 years now first year back 2005 and I still have it and love it but you are right they are a B on gas lol

[@tkendr01]

My 2022 RAM 2500 4x4 Hemi gets similar MPG. About 11-12 in the city with 14-18 highway. Daily driver. I don't tow and I don't haul.

[@fenrir4592]

It’s a Chrysler thing the infotainment problems Have a 2024 ram 3500 and a 2023 Pacifica and the infotainment issues are weekly Also cruise control on the ram stopped working 5 minutes after leaving dealership

[@NEPA_independent]

Shoot, I was lucky to get 9 with my ‘06 titan. It’s a full-size truck not a 4cyl minivan. They don’t even list mpg on the factory sticker most time with trucks this size.

[@panthermartin7784]

The truck that will never leave the asphalt , I find it weird seeing Pwagons in the concrete jungle knowing full well it will never leave the city limits.

[@robertgoodrich8953]

Complaint about 13-14 mpg? Mine (2022 PW)gets 9.2 mpg in town. Towing on the highway is 11 mpg. I am looking forward to a non-tow test on the highway. Because I live in the desert I always have a/c on. I also don’t have a tonneau cover, yet. Hopefully 😮it will do better in the winter or long distance.

[@MrCN173]

Love my PW!

[@antonywashington1298]

With those baby tires!!! Truck looks like a body builder that skips leg day 😂

[@nal7224]

The CarPlay syncing issue is a maybe a software issue. I’ve had 5 dodges for work and they all do it

[@ThomasColey-v6z]

I have a 2018 , replaced the transmission at 74 thousands miles , plus the touch screen

[@sa3key]

@@ThomasColey-v6z good to know. I’ll keep an eye on those. My dash has started a rattle. Need to take it into the dealership soon.

[@seeharvester]

I always wanted a Power Wagon. But as a 3500 with leaf springs and diesel. Guess I'll have to build it myself.

[@sa3key]

Have you looked at the HD Rebel w/Cummins?

[@BADBOYM109R]

Ram makes a step have one on my Trx

[@gusdavos8158]

I was only getting 16-17 in my gladiator

[@jasonproulx268]

Love my Power Wagon! It dont care!

[@mikekenner9218]

I am looking at a PW and I also love everything about it. What is your payload? Since these trucks have a lot on them, I'm reading the payload is horrible, like 1100 lbs, Sounds like your hitch weight on your camper is ~750 lbs then add on gear and people, I think you would be way over payload. Have you ever thought about that? TIA!!

[@sa3key]

Mine is right around 1,100 pounds. It depends on the trim package you have with the truck. I have the Level 3, so it is pretty loaded which drops the payload capacity. I have though about the people and gear when towing. When we went camping a month or so ago, the truck handled fine with wife, 2 kids, and loaded camper. My fresh, grey, and black tanks were empty though. So I wasn’t even close to my max. I should take it to a scale next time I go camping just to see.

[@dannyhoward3437]

Yeah, if you like spending time at the dealer getting major repairs….Ford all day, bro….nah, just kidding…I’m on my third Ram heavy duty and love these trucks. No issues at all, and highly recommend.

[@houstonbrown3450]

Do you ever pull a gooseneck trailer,

[@dannyhoward3437]

@@houstonbrown3450 every day.

[@ubeuonly]

Smoother quieter and not a square box on wheels. And less recalls

[@paulbare6371]

it seems your infotainment/dash board is shaking constantly? Is that normal? ty sir

[@sa3key]

It was my phone shaking. I had it set up on a tripod on the floor in front of the passenger seat. I use my phone for the videos. No GoPro (yet). So the quality of a lot of my videos are average at best.

[@thetoughpanda]

GOAT truck! What gasoline grade does it use? 87 or 93

[@sa3key]

@@thetoughpanda 87…but I run 91 or 93 in it.

[@edsonroadmoto]

Most people who buy 1/2 ton or 3/4 ton trucks don’t do it for the mpg. Honda and Toyota gets those niches respectively. 😅

[@CHAOSMOVEMENT]

I mean I get 11 mpg on average with my 2005 5.7L Grand Cherokee lol

[@SirpandaMicrowave]

I love your Channel so Much. Keep up the GREAT work you are very underrated. You have my support till the end. ❤❤❤ (also on a scale from 1 to 10 what do you rate your Power Wagon)

[@sa3key]

It is an absolute 10! Thank you for the support!

[@SirpandaMicrowave]

@@sa3key ​ No problem I believe your going to be a great online entertainer and influencer your content is so Entertaining and cool. Hope your having a good day

[@medicchester]

This is a good truck, low gas MPG in modern times. My 2002 Z28 chevy Camaro got 9 MPG average. The 2500 Dodge engines in 2001 used 5-8 MPG unloaded, 1 driver. Loaded its 5 MPG HWY miles. Having 11-13 MPG moving 4-5 tons on modern 2500 HD is up to handle any road and disaster. I used this truck to get the best Fire Works 4th of July spots off road. Handles the best of anyoff road vehicle ever. My own MPG is 9.5 MPG CITY driving, 15 MPG HWY. So13 is average MPG.

[@giecy1977]

I love the truck but 6.4 semi sucks. Its a bad design... Lifter problems. Do you agree folks?

[@edfarley4560]

Worst thing is it barely rows more than a 1500 . So where’s the power ?

[@mrhuntmasterable]

It's a Off-Road truck not a heavy duty tower. The suspension is a softer suspension for driving off road that's why the payload is less also than a non Power Wagon Ram 2500. The truck has plenty of power It's the suspension that limits the tow numbers.

[@jeremywillson3497]

I love my Dodge Power Wagon . It’s the best truck I have ever owned period.

[@paulbare6371]

ok thank you

[@ChillinWithShaq]

What year is your Power Wagon.

[@sa3key]

2022

[@dakotahensen5759]

I am thinking of getting a pw but im curious if it will be better then what i have now. Im in a 07 ram 1500 ( 2500) laramie mega cab 4x4 with the 5.7 hemi getting about 10 mpg I have a family of 5 So, so far better gas, newer, lower mileage, should have more hp and tq. Better off road. Im just worried about everyone fitting in it and the towing and hauling capabilities. Thoughts, thanks Im thinking a 2016 ram 2500 pw laramie if not a new one.

[@sa3key]

If you’re towing more than 10,000 lbs plus people in the cab go with the Laramie. The interior space is amazing. I’m 6’2 and I would be comfortable in the back seat on a long drive. Just me, but I’ve had bad luck with used vehicles. The last 2 I bought were CPO (Chevy and VW) and I had both for less than a year and bought new. This RAM is what replaced the Chevy. And 1 year in, I still love the truck and have had no issues. I will be doing a 1 year update video soon.

[@dakotahensen5759]

@sa3key awesome thank you. Yeah don't think I'm that heavy. Mainly like 4 wheeler in bed, then flat bed trailer with camping gear and supplies then the family. Other times are towing my derby car around and just tow or haul farming stuff around when not the tractor. I'm sure the pw would handle that just fine and probably do better in the wet muddy fields. Thanks again

[@xGR1MxREAPERx]

It sucks because these trucks look soo cool… but you will literally use the winch 2-3 times in 10 years, all the off-road stuff maybe 3-4 times a year and it gets horrible gas mileage and it’s towing and payload are like 1/2 ton numbers. It just doesn’t make sense… if your buying to go off-road a lot then maybe it’s worth it but other then that it is just a useless truck. Sadly. It looks cool as hell.

[@wallbangerzsports]

Yeah it looks badass and that’s really all that matters

[@bigdaddy5150sh71]

​@@wallbangerzsportsboom 💥 and there it is! 🔥😎

[@matthewtubbs9624]

Does yours have the 6.4l squeak ?

[@sa3key]

No squeaks. Getting close to needing new tires though.

[@Grateful.For.Everything]

Nice to know I can throw a bike inside, that’s gonna super nice.

[@klausberne4574]

35s are perfect.

[@adamvanderbur6731]

yes sir I am getting one soon 2022 supper nice! love them too

[@johnkarlson8692]

Will it tow an AirStream Classic 30?

[@sa3key]

A Quick Look at the stats…it will as long as long as it is not at max gvwr of 10,000 lbs. NOW, if you get a lower trim level Power Wagon, it will be able to tow it due to a higher payload and towing capacity. But you will have to look at your vehicle payload I’m sure. May want to look at the Rebel HD. That truck will tow it easily with room to spare.

[@poorboyz888]

yes...so did i....and then a rebel.....

[@warchild5885]

Got a 2020

[@markadams3858]

For a gas truck. Not on hyw your getting pretty good mileage. With the duratracks that truck is really quite. And for your stupid bike. Put it in the "cargo area" and lock it with a cable you have to be tearing your rear seats up. Love the power wagon especially for up hunting with lockers that truck is bad ass

[@jaycochrane4322]

I owned my '21 powerwagon for nearly 6 months before somebody pointed out the hidden step to help get up into the box...maybe check underneath the rear driver side🫣😎

[@sa3key]

I’ve looked. It’s an option I still want to buy and install

[@dezmod1644]

I have a 2011 1500 st, has a better payload, cost 20k canadian, paid it off in 3 years Definitely not as cool looking

[@Jkub101]

You want good gas mileage then buy a Prius for half the price

[@Golden_writes550]

If paid 90grand way to much

[@mrhuntmasterable]

Just buy a regular Tradesman 2500 and add the Power Wagon option package you'll save about 20k dollars. Still get the Power Wagon abilities without the price of a Power Wagon. Plus you won't have those hideous stickers on the side of truck.

[@edwardmorgan3851]

👍🏻👍🏻

[@db2474]

You live in a housing edition and your truck is a pavement princess...what a waste!

[@antonywashington1298]

Nah... you made a mistake. Should've gotten a Bronco!!!

[@sa3key]

Um, you missed the part about towing an RV. Your Bronco can’t do that.

[@jakey20022]

😂😂😂😂

[@robertgoodrich8953]

Bronco is pricey for what you get.

[@jasonproulx268]

Lmfao

[@noname6568]

How about leaving the bike at home😂

[@sa3key]

Ha! That’s funny!

[@seeharvester]

Yeah, either leave the bike or the car. Problem solved. Better gas mileage either way.

[@jakey20022]

You bought a 2500 heavy duty truck with a GAS engine. I am sure the Uconnect probably needs a software update.

[@MargieCox-vj9gb]

Boy I guess you ain't kidding when you short

[@treboy]

What’s wrong with a gas engine