I Was Wrong About This Dodge Ram

[@scottykilmer]

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[@ken2tou]

Scotty, what year is this truck!

[@jonathanhuerta2784]

Scotty I want to take my car so you can fix it it making me crazy I got a Lexus RX 300 with a knock sensor issues I did replace it already

[@tomtomreidjackson3775]

Ohh I already knew the newer bronco are garbage . Plus everything that’s led is messing up your circadian rhythm. And for the stupid people that you’re sleeping patterns.

[@spiderpig5545]

Hey Scotty I know you don’t like new dodge’s but what about a 1963 Dodge Dart with a 225 slant 6 with a 904 push button transmission.

[@toriless]

Bad news for Elon Musk, apparently his SpaceX rockets explode as much as his cars since Booster 7 had an explosion recently.

[@OS-hx4jk]

My family says I am crazy to be watching "this crazy guy with a shrill voice" everyday. They don't know what a legend you are!

[@madphatdopeyo742]

Sometimes the crazy sounding people are speaking the most truth.

[@dreyes8948]

Definitely legend, He is the man! Also his hands movements like Bernie Sanders 😆

[@johnnyjames7139]

He is wise! And shares for free!

[@Zebra_3]

leave your family...buy a Toyota.

[@luisdiaz3887]

Well he’s not a singer we’re after the big knowledge and experience he has.

[@bigd222015]

I have the 2016 Ram 1500 with the HEMI , and it has 282,000 Miles on it. I have had zero issues other than replacing brake pads n rotors. This truck I absolutely love!

[@bettabegoodjr2104]

What is the milage now?

[@2024hekyeah]

Me too same truck 100,000 miles flawless

[@Keithhenagan]

i have a 2011 with 320000 never had the engine opened up

[@bettabegoodjr2104]

Mine is at 168k now

[@michaelhillard4158]

2012 Ram hemi with 185k trouble free miles.

[@vitaming582]

Dang, you wouldn't know that truck had 160k miles without looking at the odometer. Well done to the owners for their maintenance.

[@reynaldohernandez1425]

@vitamin G that doesn’t mean they haven’t put tons of money to maintain it. I’m sure they have replaced a lot of stuff on it. But I agreee it looks great!

[@brandonbarnes8997]

@@reynaldohernandez1425 nah they really just be looking that good. I'm 110k in on mine and it looks really good. I get alot of complements on my truck and only put money into rims and tires. Barely washed it was always using it for hauling and towing.

[@Clark3218]

@@reynaldohernandez1425 Obviously if You Maintenance something You’re Spending Money Even if You Do it Yoursef

[@leadnsteel1428]

@@reynaldohernandez1425 with my truck I can crawl under and do the oil change myself. It takes me maybe 15 minutes

[@reynaldohernandez1425]

@leadandsteel Chrysler vehicles are not known for just oil changes. They’re good looking cars/trucks but there’s a lot stuff that breaks and fails before 150k. It’s very rare when a dodge makes it to 300k with very basic maintenance.

[@stevenbrown5210]

Nice to see you NOT hate a Dodge truck. My 2012 has 235000 miles and runs perfectly

[@SupramanTRD]

Lucky considering the ZF8 came out in 2013.

[@andrewharris9302]

My 98 2500 v10 had 333,500 before it blew up all I changed out was the fuel pump

[@PeteONealJr]

@@andrewharris9302 I had a '97 with 250k. It wouldn't die. I just got tired of it so I sold it. lol

[@billschwandt1]

I just bought a 2012 1500 last weekend. So far I love it. Got a break for the "hemi tick" which was a heat shield on the header and a squeaky serpentine belt which was the cheapest easiest belt I have ever done. STRONG motor. I hope the transmission is as good as the motor.

[@stevenbrown5210]

@@billschwandt1 I love my 2012 Ram! I think you will too!

[@OOICU812]

"I was wrong..." Just one more reason Scotty rocks.

[@kevin6550694]

Scotty's honesty is addicting....in a good way! I would trust him unconditionally!

[@morthomer5804]

We know his wife is happy that he admits he is wrong

[@applejuice9468]

You guys celebrate the bare minimum for decent character. How bad are the people in your lives?

[@rafaelgomez1200]

@@applejuice9468 ik right

[@Bluesjet1234]

He’s always wrong

[@snowman2102]

I got my 2001 Dodge Ram in 2007, it had 74,000 miles on it. It now has 332,000 miles on it. I drive it every day to work still. Those 2nd gen Rams really lived up to the slogan. My Dodge truck is Ram tough!

[@dennisgrubbs1929]

Mine also - Mopar or no car

[@dennisgrubbs1929]

Uhh -Truck lol

[@raphaelhernandez4088]

I have a second gen ram for 17 years still love it ! RAM TOUGH!

[@anthonyallen7847]

I have a 2000 dodge ram and I got 396,000

[@clarkstonguy1065]

My 2009 is at 228,000 miles and has lifetime powertrain warranty. :)

[@mitchwinder1204]

I have the same truck in a 2014 version. Bought it new. Sitting at 158k on the clock. I’m still on the original brakes, and I just replaced the original battery. Pulling 21 MPG on the highway isn’t difficult. It’s been the best vehicle I’ve ever owned by a large margin. That Hemi/ZF drivetrain is a gem.

[@bettabegoodjr2104]

This is exactly the truck I just got. I'm the 2nd owner. I get 22+ on highway. I love it. Especially right now. Have you ever had the fluids tested in the tranny? I'm about to hit 150k

[@mitchwinder1204]

@@bettabegoodjr2104 Yes, did the tranny at 120k. It’s expensive but worth it.

[@SempiternalTitan]

I wish my transmission was good. 3rd or 4th gear is rough sometimes. Had the fluid flushed. 118k miles.

[@Noadvantage246]

@@bettabegoodjr2104 How do you get 22 on the highway? I get like 19 😭

[@bettabegoodjr2104]

@@Noadvantage246 still 19mpg is not something to be sad about especially if your doing your states highway speed limit. I had a F-150 triton (Ford never again) I was averaging like 14 on the highway and I was babying the pedal also.

[@chubbycatfish4573]

My dad bought a 95 Ram new and it's still going strong as a secondary vehicle (it gets like 12 MPG). But he's always taken great care of it.

[@morshu3323]

Oh yeah my dads 2010 2500 is still going strong at 167k miles

[@oscarwalton1188]

Yep I have a 95 1500 4x4 with a 5.2 gets 20 hiway and about 12 Tru town still drives good and doesn't use oil

[@twinnmann]

I got a 97 1500 reg cab with 266k. She still runs. Rockers are gone tho.

[@FabulosoSpray]

Lol 3 years older and the same mpg. 😂 It's good for some things

[@formerice]

Drove my last hemi Ram 300,000 miles with 10,000 mile oil changes, never burned a drop or had a hemi tick. Traded for an Ecodiesel. 140,000 miles on the Ecodiesel, no problems. Great trucks, came from Toyotas, btw.

[@MRKNIGHT]

I go 9k to 10k on mine as well. No tick, no issues. Currently at 210k miles.

[@TheAnnoyingBoss]

Was it all highway miles? If it was all highway that makes sense. Only time I've ever seen Rams go 300k without needing transmission is when they practically live on the interstate. If you put 75k Miles a year doing tons of interstate then you can hit 300k in 4 years and the truck will still seem new. Lot of miles but that's a totally different situation compared to if the truck was actually used like a truck and then got beat on and still made it to 300k and could be considered a mostly reliable truck tbh. The fact you did 10k intervals tells me you probably drove the vast majority of the time on the interstate because usually once you get off majority interstate driving they tell you not to do 10k intervals

[@nigerbear2642]

Eco diesel is a decent engine if you get one that survives the first 50k miles. I have 175k on mine and got 21 mpg with Chrysler recall tune. Went to GDE and get 24-25 around the hills of TN. Flat Illinois I get 28-30. I change oil at 7500, Rotella T6.

[@otisdriftwood8469]

Hey don't get carried away lol, I love dodge as well, but I keep toyotas around as well.

[@dylanpresley3079]

Now Scotty is finally giving dodge the credit it deserves 😂 dodge trucks are very good trucks so long as you keep up with regular maintenance just like anything else

[@jayc4715]

Dodge is 🗑️

[@bradysimmons84]

When I look up the word "Dodge" in the dictionary, I swear it says "to avoid"

[@michaelgimenez4032]

@@bradysimmons84 Yeah, the joke is: "When you see one in the rear mirror, get out of its way!"

[@jimmysmith3255]

Dodge total sucks, had a ram longhorn , 80k lifter seized, 4500, bucks , heated mirrors burned out, rear storage underseat broken seat wouldnt raise. Exhaust manifolds leak , total junk. Wifes 2016 durango rear light filled with water, paint sucks. Traded both for a lexus and tundra, absolutely no problems with both. Fiat has never made anything worth a crap.

[@brandonamond3124]

@@jimmysmith3255 fiat truck yes but the older dodges are ok

[@blackwolfecc]

I have this same truck. About to hit 100k miles. I’ve got a 5th wheel hitch on it and pulls our 30ft no problem. I’ve had 0 issues with my big orange beast, and have been lucky enough to not have the hemi tic. I’ve never seen it above 17mpg, but towing I get a consistent 12mpg. I LOVE my truck.

[@donc6781]

What year is this Ram? Any ideas

[@blackwolfecc]

@@donc6781 2016 was the first year for keyless start. So this truck is between 2016 to 2020. With 160k miles I’d say it’s a 2016 or 2017.

[@donc6781]

@@blackwolfecc Thank you

[@SuperDuty250]

Ur pullin a 5th wheel with a 1500??

[@blackwolfecc]

@@SuperDuty250 I sure am, with no issue. Have a patriot sliding hitch installed in the bed, pull a 29’ keystone. We just got back from a 2000 mile round trip camping trip. Went strait in for its 100k check up when we got home and got a clean bill of health. Trucks been a beast for years, love it to death.

[@destroytheilluminati770]

owned a lot of vehicles in my lifetime, 2 brands have given me nothing but headaches and stranded me along the highway more than a few times, Ford and GM/Chevy, both are junk brands, still have my 98 dakota that i bought new, it currently has 360,000 miles on it, still has original starter and alternator on it yet, only major work it has had is heater core/water pump replacement and stainless steel brake lines/hoses. I would trust my dakota to do a cross country trip more than any new ford/chevy

[@stevefick3919]

I love my 2016 Big Horn. Drove it 4900 miles on vacation last month, and it was getting on average 22 MPG on the highway. Can't complain about that with the HEMI.

[@brianr5665]

I love how he seems so excited by this truck with the mileage it has. Take care of it and it will return the favor. Scotty usually shuns on older Dodge or Mopar vehicles, but he appreciates a well cared for vehicle. Yeah, I'm going to look for one of these now...

[@victisomega4248]

Amen on that Hemi tick Scotty, I change my 6.4Ls oil in my scatpack every 3000 miles or 100 hours of operation and I make sure to run it as Dodge intended, hard and fast. Warm them up, run them hard, keep them adequately cooled and HEMIs are great engines.

[@truckguy6.7]

I sold these, a lot of them would have the hemi tick when new....not a big deal thought

[@treyroberts8124]

@Truckguy 6.7 a lot of guys have tried researched the hemi tick, and none have ever actually shown a correlation between the tick sound and failures.

[@MotorTorq_ZA]

Scotty’s dream car The style of an Alfa Romeo The reliability of a Toyota celica The ride of a Lexus With A ZF gearbox And The practicality of a matrix

[@TheAnnoyingBoss]

With glass headlights that don't fade when the car costs a fortune. Or at least something that isn't plastic. Anything my guy. These auto guys are terrified to hire a a few material scientists to develop some material that's less cheap and garbage as plastic headlights that fade. On a 50k truck my guy. Your house doesn't have plastic windows right?

[@erneststyczen7071]

@@TheAnnoyingBoss i dont think that headlights fade because of being made out of plastic, rather because of fog (moisture) getting into them. And the headlights cant be made out of glass because its not safe and heavy

[@TheAnnoyingBoss]

@@erneststyczen7071 a Tesla weighs as much a an f250. I don't think weight is as big of a deal as people act like it is. The plastic fades because the suns rays degrade the cheap plastic and it yellows and fades. This is sun damage. A vehicles headlights shouldn't be able to be damaged from the sun when the vehicle costs $20,000+. They don't need to use glass but their wide industry wide acceptance of chap plastics is unacceptable when the cars are more expensive but built cheap. They have to find something else out. I'm not paying 50k for a truck with components that aren't built to survive being parked out in the sun long term. Whole industry is corrupt and all the vehicle are cookie cutter lukewarm boring endless money pits. Unacceptable. I. Will. Not. Pay.

[@erneststyczen7071]

@@TheAnnoyingBoss the dont, get an old truck. They are better made, simplier, more reliable, look beautiful and is cheap (10.000$ and you have a goodie). But yeah you are right with those headlights. Are there possiblities to change those plastic casings for new?

[@steveshattah]

And you can easily get to all the spark plugs.

[@bernie472]

Exactly! Just change the oil regularly like your supposed to, and make sure it doesn't get low on oil, and it will last.

[@Isaacvermette778]

My dad bought a Ram Sport in 2016 with the racing stripe like this one right before he died. It ain’t perfect now but I love it.

[@220swift7]

I bought a new Ram 1500 4x4 in 2010. A guy crashed into it a month ago, and totaled it. I had 178k miles on it. Other than general maintenance, I only had two issues with it. I had to replace the alternator, and the fuel pump. Other than that, it was an absolutely wonderful truck. I was really hoping to hit 250k. But, it was parked in the wrong place at the wrong time.

[@justinsettle8294]

I owned a 2009 Jag XF Supercharged with the ZF transmission and it never skipped a beat. Currently own a 2015 Ram 1500 and just crossed 100k miles and she purrs

[@abefroman7393]

RAM makes the best looking trucks.....hands down.

[@Trenton-om9qs]

The nice thing about Scotty is that he can admit when he is wrong. And once again i completely agree that of you take care of something it will last a fairly long time

[@bwtv147]

Gas mileage really has improved. In the 60s I had a 3/4 ton Chevy with a 327 engine that got between 10 and 11 MPG on the highway. In the 70s I had a Mazda B1600 with a topper that got about 20 MPG on the highway. That Hemi Dodge getting 19 highway MPG is impressive.

[@sparkywirenut]

I've had a 2016 , a 2018 and now a 2021 , all hemis' , they all got consistant 23 + mpg on the highway . .and yes , I check the mileage manually at fill ups .

[@josels1292]

I had a 2015 Silverado with the new 5.3L that thing gave me 22mpg highway.

[@Chromedome053]

I knew you’d come around! I bought my 2015 Ram in 2018 with 16k miles. I’ve changed the oil every 5k. They replaced the manifold and bolts at 38k under warranty. But I’m a toyota tech and I’m not trading my truck for anything!!!

[@robertsoria9293]

The hemi plus 8 speed is reliable. . The damn bolts though.... 😐

[@pdinardo9472]

Nice Truck!! He takes excellent care of it. And it shows!! And the Hemi runs great. Cause he changes his oil.👍👍👍

[@riccochet704]

I'm on my third Ram. They are solid trucks if you take care of them. And, yes, the Hemi just sounds so dang good. There are so many of these trucks on the road with well over 300k miles on them without a stitch of issues. Same goes for cop cars with the same drivetrain. The one weak point on the 1500's is the rear diff. Change. That. Diff. Fluid. If you don't you'll be lucky to get 100k before it starts whining.

[@kreeperfrm559]

I hate that the company doesn't fix the lifter failure, they even have a lawsuit going on because of it

[@cross3fire]

I love my 96 RAM 4x4 and it’s still my first, only 230k miles but I take care of it. My only complaint is the dash which turned to rubble. That one hurts. I’m still saving up for a replacement.

[@doublegrant6144]

I don’t know of any hemi that has went on we 300k with lifter failure

[@riccochet704]

@@doublegrant6144 Literally thousands of police Chargers, Durango's have done so with ease. Plenty of people on RamForum with 4th gens with over 300k on the clock.

[@sparkywirenut]

@@kreeperfrm559 They have , it hasn't been a problem since 2014 or 15 .

[@tombob671]

at age 75 my observation is even mediocre cars give good service with excellent maintenance

[@jakel.1724]

Got a 2019 warlock 1500. With only 16 thousand miles!! Glad it’s got Scott’s approval too

[@davemckee4907]

I worked at a chrysler dealer as a trans tech and I can tell you with over 50 years experiance those zf transmissions are not so great.I just retired last year but all I did all day long was trouble shoot and repair those zf transmissions.I even worked with engineering to find out about ongoing issues with them.They had cases that would leak due to bad castings,c clutches that would not release right and cause a bad jerk and on and on.And the front drive 9 speeds were even worse.

[@bigamigo4863]

Yeah....every tech that works on transmissions at every brand and dealership will tell you the same story. I know because I was one.

[@bobkat-john1468]

I have this same truck. Mine had 28000 last year when I purchased it. I love🧡

[@v1-vr-rotatev2-vy_vx31]

Still driving my 2004 Dodge ram 1500 long bed quad cab, the transmission kicks hard and second and third it's amazing absolutely no engine leaks and no transmission leaks over 100k miles used to get 22 miles to gallon on the California freeways at 70 mph, but not anymore maybe 16 on the highway 10 in the city.

[@rickygf9322]

I bought a 2014 laramie a couple of years ago with 117,000 miles on the clock and now it's turning 150,000 miles this month. I have taken care of her religiously, oil changes, tire rotations, tune ups, everything and she drives like a champ. My only problem with this truck has been the water leak in the cab, no matter what I have done when it rains really hard I always find water in the back of the cab, something I didn't know was a common problem with these trucks before I bought it, but I like this truck so much that I can handle it. I ended up buying a large cover and when I know it's going to rain I just cover it up. That is all. I also had the exhaust leak problem a while back (also common), but fixed it right away and it's been gone ever since. Nice video Scotty, like always, and nice truck too!

[@rjf.49047]

Got the same truck, silver in color. Just over 170k on it and it still pulls like a team of horses. Great truck

[@justinchristiano7928]

Finally. Thank you Scotty for finally saying a Ram truck can be decent. They are not crappy like a Darts, or Fiats. They are not perfect, but good trucks if taken care of and maintained properly. I will renew my subscription.

[@shadowkidgaming8253]

I do like those hemi rams really that V8 engine is pretty good if you maintain it, I’d take it over an electric truck lol

[@amandeepbaa6978]

If available in good condition tho

[@jaxcrow7162]

Sounds like a manbaby.

[@POTFULLOFGREEN]

Not a real hemi bro, its just a magnum rebranded as Hemi for marketing scheme.

[@rondellschuyler7074]

5W20 motor oil is to thin for the 5.7 hemi. A high pressure oil pump (milodon or melling) will help keep enough oil at the top of the motor especially during idling so cam and lifters live on.

[@kreeperfrm559]

Would a hellcat pump work, my lifters and cam didn't even last, bought it brand new too

[@jimmerkerlin5005]

Scotty, I'm a RAM guy. I have a 2013 RAM 1500 4 X 4 Laramie Longhorn edition. I bought it used with 66K about 3 years ago. This truck had every option available at the time. It's as clean as they come. I do change the oil every 5K with full synthetic oil. It looks new and I just turned 100K. Runs great, looks great, I've towed our 30' trailer from state to state. Couldn't ask for a better truck!

[@powerhousepete1570]

The radio is perfect rock radio with the perfect rolling sound for best rock&roll

[@ubeuonly]

That's right even Scotty kilmer has to give credit where credits due. The 8 speed transmissions have been bulletproof since their introduction in the RAM truck. And I maintain hemi engine is one of the more reliable units. Capable of 23 miles per gallon on the highway at 70 miles per hour. Best riding truck in his class world-renowned interior and still discounted 10% off sticker price to this day. The choice is easy for anyone who's reading this. Forget about the construction worker square truck and forget about the bow tie.

[@dingusmann3003]

Id 100% drive a dodge but the trouble is i want a light truck thats the size of a light truck, my go to is a 3rd gen ford ranger, or a dodge dakota from around then because i want the utility of a pickup but in a package about as big as your standard sedan

[@mattduprau2028]

I have an 8 speed in my 2021, and its absolute garbage. Constantly slips.

[@christianmhm]

@@dingusmann3003 4.7l dodge Dakota 2004-2006 are good trucks from my experience I’ve had 2 2005 1500s one with a 5 speed auto 258k miles and 6 speed manual 185k miles and both have been great to me zero issues. Otherwise go with a ranger or older Toyota truck it will never let you down.

[@justinduhon2509]

My x wife has a 2006 hemi made in Mexico she had 300,000 miles on it and sold it I still see it on the ride?

[@justinduhon2509]

Road

[@ken2tou]

My 2013 Ram has just under 63k. I’m retired. I change the oil religiously. Full synthetic mobile 1. I bought it with 13k miles in 2015. It is and has been a great running trouble free truck. My mileage is 16-20 mpg.

[@graynotescartridgebox]

30? I’d have to see that to believe it.

[@gohogs2277]

@@graynotescartridgebox my 14 runs great with 93k miles don’t know how he’s getting 16 miles per gallon tho

[@graynotescartridgebox]

@@gohogs2277 he first said 30 😂

[@derekb3935]

I have a 13 sport , i have electrical glitch here and there until I found the ground strap on back right of the engine was torn . Repaired it and all my electrical problems went away.

[@vietnamrebel]

Glad you finally found a RAM you like, Scotty! I agree completely that the ZF8 transmission is fantastic. The company is based in Friedrichshafen down along Lake Constance and has been a heavy industry center of Germany for a long time. The city is also famous for the Zeppelin, and Airbus even has a factory there now. I spent a few days there along the lake with my wife for our summer holiday this year.

[@bigharryyy03]

They’re making a beefier version of the ZF into the Rams with the Cummins diesel

[@erikcarpio1956]

@@bigharryyy03 do you know if the new rams 1500 still have this good transmission?

[@bigharryyy03]

@@erikcarpio1956 they do! In fact I think it’s unlikely to get replaced so long as they still make Ram 1500s with internal combustion engines

[@DGardhouse]

I agree, take care of your vehicle it WILL last longer. My 1978 Dodge Diplomat lasted 14 years! 318 V8, I put 1.2 million miles on the engine before I sold it to a young man who was going to rebuild the engine + bodywork. Other than normal repairs, brakes tuneup Etc, the transmission rebuilt once.

[@benlofgren5833]

My 2014 Ram 1500 with the 3.6L engine and 8 spd trans I got 32 mpg on a trip from Monona, Wisconsin to Bailey, NC with my mom along for the ride. Great truck!

[@minnesotatomcat]

You nailed it Scotty, the hemi engines are great power plants as long as they didn’t sit around and idle and starve the cam and lifters of oil. My dad has an 06 hemi and it sounds like new yet, cause it doesn’t sit and idle.

[@jkmarshall3553]

I have an 06 hemi in my Jeep... Great engine! Love the sound! 145k miles

[@julio_6183]

So not even when is cold outside? I thought you had to warm them up for at least 2-3 mins

[@zackatron925]

@@julio_6183 nah that’s a myth. If you change oil properly it gets oil the moment it starts over, the best thing to do is drive it and get it warm. Just keep the rpm low. Don’t smash the gas in a cold vehicle

[@srtmetal7647]

I do oil changes every 3000, use high quality oil, and run a quart of Lucas full synthetic. This should keep it strong for many years to come.

[@DoggyMoon]

He’s using an “XTool D8” to scan the Dodge. Just in case anyone was wondering what the scan tool that was used.

[@Hellanissan7]

I’m a JDM guy for life. However with great recent turnaround in reputation and solid quality trucks to market…. Ram is the only truck I’m actually considering buying next. I’m not convinced that new Tundra was worth the wait.

[@mongolikechewchew2475]

I'm the proud owner of a 2020 1500 Hemi Limited. She's the first RAM I've ever owned & 2 yrs into this now I don't ever see myself leaving the RAM brand! I can't recommend buying one enough!!! You won't be disappointed!

[@luisinhoens90]

Ram has upped their game in reliability big time. I'm the 2nd owner of a 2014 Ram with the Pentastar V6. Bought it 3 yrs ago. It's now at 279K miles. Great mileage

[@bgjobass]

Father’s last car, a 94 Ciera, is a solid performer. Consistent oil changes from day one, a mere 144 K miles, transmission fluid and filter changes, and driven little. It had an electrical issue years ago, which was fixed with a new wiring harness from the computer to the engine. Most ended up in the junkyard due to a $25 wiring harness. Still a great little car.

[@Officer239]

Love the color on that Ram, it’s got that throwback look to the 70’s dodge pick up’s 😎

[@michaelgimenez4032]

"Who needs radio?" Yup, ever since i got my 2006 Magnum RT last year, i never turned the radio on once, the sound of the engine is music.

[@1VaDude]

The 5.7 Hemi in the Dodge Charger Pursuit (police car) seems to have some camshaft issues. Probably because of long idle time.

[@steveboyd3377]

Yeah our Durangos (Hemi) drink oil like there's no tomorrow. They do not like to idle.

[@bigamigo4863]

Yep..the cam issue is super common with fleet vehicle, especially police vehicles as they idle almost as much as they drive.

[@drakon480]

I love the sound of hemis. I can't get over the sound.

[@terribletoos26]

Thank you for showing some love to American made. Absolutely true, take care of things and they will last. Moral of the story, take care of things.

[@brevinainslie6357]

My 16 ram 1500 big horn 4x4 crew cab hemi is going to get a new engine before I get rid of it. I love how it drives, sounds, looks, everything. Also: the hemis tick brand new. Injectors on these things are LOUD.

[@josephreed1282]

I had a 2002 town and country with a 3.8v6 hemi. Lasted me until 378k miles, still had life in it too when I junked it. Only issue was the suspension and I wanted something nicer

[@jeffro582]

3.3 and 3.8 minivan engines were super tough, chain motors, no timing belts in those. 300k plus miles, easy.

[@tomm1109]

I didn't know these had an idling problem. My 06 Magnum RT I let idle for many hours right after our daughter was born and my father in law was in the hospital. We didn't want to take the newborn in so one of us sat in the wagon for hours as the other visited. Once i turned it off to save gas but the baby woke up, she liked the rumble of the Hemi! Nine years ago, the kid is big and my father in law is doing great as well! Oh and I still got the Magnum, no hemi tick! Synthetic Napa oil every 4000 miles.

[@ryanvila1837]

I used to have an 03 ram, I liked it. My complaints was 10 gal per mile mpg, radiators and heater cores would pop. Other than that I wished I could handle those things

[@clgchannel9701]

My 2012 ram 1500 is 10 years old 125000 miles the truck has never broken down The only issues I had were the hoses and clamp quality I had to replace transmission lines and radiator clamps Last month I replaced the passenger cv axle and the exhaust manifold is leaking a little but I think it's acceptable for a 10 year old truck

[@andrewmacdonald67]

As a Ram owner I have to say this is a good review. If only I knew who made the transmission...

[@sambeagle72]

Its a company called ZF they arguably make the best automatic transmissions on the market. in pretty much every dodge, jeep, bmw, audi, and many more they have even been put in some toyotas.

[@whitegoodman7465]

@@sambeagle72 Watch out for the jatco trannys in alot of chrysler products...if most were all zf they wouldnt have transmissions issues 50k in.

[@luisinhoens90]

@@whitegoodman7465 Those JATCOs were the CVTs found on Calibers Patriots and 1st Compass. They haven't been used by Chrysler for more than 5 years. But most of their RWD vehicles either use a ZF or in-house designed transmission

[@johnf.6942]

My 2015 Ram 1500 5.7, is the best truck I ever owned. It pulls my 24 foot camper with no issues , and it has plenty of power. It’s never been in the shop. Years ago I had a 04 gmc it was in the shop before 36,000 miles ..with A.C. Issues , and loss of engine power ….lol.. no more of those for me..

[@ek6648]

Scotty please do a review on a 1970's Dodge W200 Power Wagon. In my oppinion the best looking pickup ever made!

[@jeffrobodine8579]

Hardly ever see one of those.

[@miterbox9491]

I love those 70s era trucks 👍

[@IIIBETEPIII]

Just took one Warkock 5.7L, hope it will be reliable for me, got tired of Fords constant recalls.

[@little123456788]

Dodge/Chrysler has made some solid engines in the past (5.9 Cummins, 5.7 Hemi). Their Achilles heal is always their crappy electronics that wear out early.

[@seanmcfadden6600]

Chrysler doesn’t make the Cummins engines.

[@wyattharr6638]

I have this exact same orange ram 1500 nearing on 100k miles. It's basicly brand new still. Constant oil change, transmission services, body part replacements, and general maintenance will have these things going forever

[@TheNORegretShow]

I had a Hemi tick but it was from the manifold. Dealer fixed it under the warranty.

[@paulanderson3014]

Been watching "sound deadening " ideas (even yours). Mine requires "no labor"--only sound deadening earbuds (I use BOSE)--every car you get into sounds like a Rolls Royce. Now your subscribers can keep their old cheap cars if they want to get that "luxury car" feeling. Please share!

[@richardwilson8404]

Scotty what are your thoughts about the parts shortage? I sell parts at a Chrysler Dodge Jeep and Ram dealership... And getting parts for customers, mechanics, and shops is a NIGHTMARE!! Can't even get our hands on basic parts such as fuel filters, air filters, and cabin filters! Every other dealership I talk to is going through the same thing and it only seems to be getting worse!!!

[@jesusbarajas4840]

My 2004 dodge ram 1500 6 speed manual transmission with 195,000 miles original engine & trany still runs good just basic maintaince.

[@glennbeadshaw727]

I used to be a GM fan but with all their problems with their active fuel management I have to tell you that I'm leaning more towards Fiat Chrysler Ram being a better truck to own

[@JustinCase-my5vc]

All poor choices.

[@DrunkUncle1917]

Even worse than a gm

[@danw6014]

Better act soon because they have about a year left.

[@lkeil84]

I have a 2015 Big Horn just like that one without so much bling, more like box stock. 163k miles and runs like a top and everything works perfectly. Gets close to 21 mpg highway at 70. I almost always drive highway, so I just change the oil when the monitor gets to about 10%. Still drives like new.

[@pedrofernandez8729]

I suppose buying a used Dodge V8 Hemi police car is not a good idea due to all the idling they have to endure.

[@johnnyshd8250]

Most of them sound like they have a wood pecker under the hood.

[@bradbrown7273]

Hey Scotty. If you're ever in South Fl I owe you a beer you have helped me alot

[@XTRABIG]

"i love that sound". the look on Scotty's face... he meant that with everything.

[@captainandrewcrabtree]

Have a 2005 Ram 1500 2wd with the 5.7 hemi. Best truck I've ever owned. Sitting on 212k miles and counting. I get around 16 mpg, 14.5 towing, and right at 18 highway. These numbers have been the same since day one. Not sure if its true but mine was made at the factory in Missouri which i have heard is the best plant to get one from.... Original owner and she still looks pretty good, although showing age now of course.

[@JackTheSkunk]

Nice truck even with the understated styling. 😂 Because of this video I will be more fastidious about doing oil changes every 5,000 miles using full synthetic and avoid extended idling no matter what my next vehicle might be.

[@paulpeacock5079]

I have a 2009, I'm the only owner. Has a life time warranty. 227000 miles runs like new and still gets good gas mileage (2WD). I follow all maintenance requirements.

[@VKSgtSLaughter]

0:07 Somewhere there's a whole lot of orange road cones missing, that went into the paint for that truck. 😆

[@richardfabacher3705]

Note the trailer hitch insert. I suspect there is some navy blue trim paint in that truck's future.

[@forthefunofit5487]

Thanks Scotty for the video. Just remember the truck is a Ram. The Dodge name was dropped YEARS ago and Ram is its own division. Been that way over 10 years.

[@whiteknucklestormchasing]

I have a 2011 Ram 1500 with Hemi 5.7. My lifter had a bad tick at 108k. Dealer couldn't diagnose the issue but somehow the tick turned into a terrible knock at the dealership. I took it to a private mechanic who diagnosed a seized roller lifter which required a new engine. Probably idled it too much.

[@michaelcalderon4401]

I got a 2018 ram with a Hemi 60k miles so far so good. Great driver.

[@sharpshooter012345]

"Don't idle it" My buddy had a 2005 ram & he always use to shut off the engine when we were in a drive-thru with a long line up. Ik it was a gas hog too.

[@MRKNIGHT]

Trucks have changed a lot since 2005.

[@whitegoodman7465]

@@MRKNIGHT v8s are still gas hogs. Nothings changed with those.

[@ubeuonly]

Horsepower and displacement aside do you know whose full size truck has the worst fuel economy??. That would be the Toyota tundra with the iForce V8

[@GuerreroDelInfo]

@@ubeuonly one of the reasons they're so reliable

[@MRKNIGHT]

@@whitegoodman7465 Disagree especially if you tow or haul things. Real men’s work.

[@waynecartwright9478]

I must disagree with Scotty on the muffler issue......it does muffle sound but it creates vital back pressure for performance curve........no muffler and low/no actual back pressure will lead to odd valve wear and other valve train issues......I rarely dispute anything Scotty says because he is THE MAN.

[@anthonyd18]

Scotty I watch your videos all the time. you are awesome and a legend in your own right! Very nice truck. I have one similar. I get about 20 mpg on highway and maybe 16 city. Love it tho, does exactly what I need it to do. The only thing I don’t like about it is the turn dial transmission but hey once it’s in gear you forget that it’s a problem.

[@nigerbear2642]

The zf does get annoying in hilly areas. Mine always wants to go in and out of 8th gear going 50-60 through hills. The trucks are nice but are getting built worse. I can pull my window switch out when I roll up both windows at the same time. Just Chrysler/Fiat things.

[@HalfAMind]

You can never speak bad about dodge rams anymore. Just look at that smile on your face the next time you wanna say any negative about rams. I know you enjoyed that one 😄

[@DanielWraps]

Also, you GOTTA use Redline 5W30 in these with a Royal Purple synthetic glass filters. That's the big key we folk think

[@gilbertosoto9753]

You're awesome, thank you so much.

[@TheFirstAmendment]

Scotty, you’re a beast. Keep keeping on and creating GREAT educational content.!

[@wendylou8963]

I love my 2017 Ram Express. She has less than 13,000 miles and is babied. She sounds amazing too🥰

[@GoodTimeJoey]

Great AU trailer hitch cover Scotty!! War Eagle!!

[@Bluegeek1]

Love to hear those pipes roar Scotty although my favorite sound is the 289/302 Mustang

[@pjb9425]

"...Even though it's a Dodge..." Hahahaha, you're so funny sometimes Scotty.

[@darryladams519]

Well technically it is

[@Mxn2o9]

I just bought a 2015 Ram 1500 Sport and I’m so happy it has Scotty’s approval

[@normanseitzjr2702]

Mine runs like a scalded dog

[@williammiller9813]

Yup I'm glad that the companies see it!!

[@barryrammer7906]

Finally scotty loves those big V8 hemi. Can't beat an 8 love them.

[@CJColvin]

Couldn't agree more brother

[@Raidersforlife229]

I have 04 with over 200 thousand mile no burning oil or uses. She still goes and goes. I'm actually going to Vegas this weekend from Portland Oregon

[@HR-wd6cw]

The nwer Hemi's were the engine to have IF you were going to be buy a Dodge gas truck (the older ones I think had some issues but the newer ones seem to be reliable). I mean even our non-hemi 2010 Ram 1500 made it to 215k with very little problems overall. Needed some minor stuff here and there but nothing major like an engine rebuild (I think the worst was broken exhaust bolts on both sides so about $700 to fix those).

[@fredrickwilliams4496]

I had my bolts 🔩 broken also but only cost me 200

[@Freeyourdollar]

The vast majority of Rams have the ticking engine due to broken manifold bolts not the cam. I had two replaced the manufacturer used weak, defective bolts. No recall of course.