Live! Transmission Update, New Curtis Cab Options, and More

Transmission Update, New Curtis Cab Options, and More
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[@RockhillfarmYT]

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[@MidwestMechanics]

This is why I keep my 2001 Duramax with 400k miles. I recently did a whole rust free cab swap on it because I trust it more than buying a brand new truck.

[@turbosupra2jzdragracingtob249]

Same here. My 2005 Duramax is doing well.

[@kaybutterbaugh9179]

Brock, you are great! Thank you so much for helping Doss Farms. Keep up the family care and setting their interest first!

[@davemckee4907]

I retired last year after 49 years as a tech in dodge chrysler jeep tech.I was full time doing nothing but trans work.Under warrenty it was a pain in the ass to get anything done because they made us jump through hoops to get approval for repairs.Years back it was always up to me to overhaul or replace but the last several years they really got crappy.Also the parts situation has been horrible.I had vehicles waiting for months,as some of the part suppliers had gone out of business.As far as cost you would think that they would consider they are paying for that rental car for weeks or months but they don't factor that in.I believe you have the Aisin trans in your truck which were pretty reliable.If they used the Allison trans with the Cummins it would have been the best combo.

[@number40Fan]

This truck has the 68RFE. Allison transmissions fail too. In fact, I've replaced more Allisons than 68RFEs, but that might be an area thing. As in more Allisons in this area.

[@kipcudd7253]

@@number40Fan I had a c5500 gmc with the diesel and Allison transmission and after 117000 miles hotshoting no problems with anything. Maybe I was lucky. I was permitted up to 32000 gvw and believe me I pushed it a few times pulling huge 5th wheel trailers, 40 ft gooseneck. Great truck!

[@pauliedweasel]

Thanks for your honesty Dave, I had been considering buying a RAM but now I think I’ll pass.

[@todd9453]

Another great video Brock! Many years ago I worked at a car dealership (I believe the only one in the country at that time that sold both GM and Ford products but I could be wrong on that). Every manufacturer has it's own pros and cons; none of them are perfect. You have to just go with what make sense to you at the time. I do believe that since this COVID thing started quality has gone down across most industries. That's a whole conversation on its own but these days it seems to be our reality (at least for now). Good luck with your truck and you are right.....any time I am irritated with something that happens in my life it takes about two seconds to look around and see someone else with a much bigger problem. You're a good man Charlie Brown.

[@mrmaster8884]

Covid SCAM u mean... No excuse.

[@genewilliams7497]

I would rather have the shop repaired transmission than an new one….. on a new one the risk would be high that the same issue would happen again. With the shop repaired unit you know the it was actually repaired correctly. Transmission life is basically all luck. I never even serviced mine for the first 450,000 miles and when opened up and serviced it looked perfect inside and know have 530,000 miles and still pulling trailers every week. Really enjoy the live and good ole boys content. 👍👍👍

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Thank you sir

[@erswnn]

Times have changed. In 1985 I bought a new Astro. Within a week I had a transmission issue. I took the service manager out for a ride....the tech wasn't keeping his foot on the gas during shifting, where the problem was....and he got real worried, we were far from the dealer and he had a bum leg. I had a new transmission two days later. Drove that Astro 345,000 miles. It had a 6 cylinder with a 4-barrel on it. For a reconstituted beer can it was quick.

[@transfixleo]

I've been rebuilding transmissions since the late '70's. While it is possible the piston was damaged since day one it is unlikely. More likely the First & Reverse clutches (which are worn out) allowed the piston to overextend and knick the seal when it released. Point being; Just replacing the clutch pack and piston may be a short term repair. Addressing WHY the clutches we're slipping enough to wear them out is what is required.

[@jeffk464]

Worn out? It doesn't have that many miles on it.

[@wildbill23c]

@@jeffk464 Miles don't matter. When clutches in a transmission are slipping, or otherwise not locking up you burn a transmission up within a very short period of time.

[@pauliedweasel]

The only thing the Dodge name means nowadays is that they’re going Dodge taking care of the customer in a timely manner. Gone are the days of the marvelous A904, A998, A999 and A727 Torqflite transmissions. I had an A999 trans in my 1984 Plymouth Gran Fury which had been a petrol car on the Hoover Dam, the car had definitely been put through put through the ringer when it was a BLM vehicle but that transmission was always a trooper for the time I owned the car.

[@theElderberryFarmer]

Nicely done, Brock. I missed the live stream, but was happy I was able to watch the recording.

[@blackericdenice]

I was wondering what caused your problem. I’m so glad you told us. A blown seal could have happened to any truck maker out here. Even Toyota.

[@patriotallen9717]

Slogan that fits: "Let's get right to it!". Its something you say when you dont want get into a long intro. I like it. We are here for the stories and great content.

[@MaryCooper-yt3ep]

How can I promote myself that would be cost effective and have a good outcome

[@markwolfe572]

I used to work in a Chevy dealership. Worked w/a guy who could rebuild a TH 350 in 45 minutes!! I helped him take it out of the box truck, watched him rebuild it and we drove it to lunch 45 minutes later!!

[@anthonycash4609]

This is the exact reason I have never owned an automatic transmission and I'm 60 years old and pull large trailers all the time. Don't let people tell you it's just Dodge Ford and Chevy has lost transmissions just as much when pulling heavy loads.

[@watershed44]

@Anthony Cash BINGO!

[@obsoleteprofessor2034]

Nice thing about a Chrysler 727 is that you put all the parts in a box and shake it, it practically puts itself together.

[@leoderosia9279]

Sorry brother, we make that bonded piston seal here at freudenberg nok in Bristol, NH. Thx for buying a ram and hopefully this gets fixed.

[@ThriftyGarage]

We had the transmission go out on our 2016 Toyota 4Runner. It was out of warranty but the local dealership wouldn't even give a rebuilt transmission as an option to us. We could either install a new transmission or a used transmission. We opted for a used transmission with a warranty. The transmission shop we took it to for a quote said years ago engines gave vehicles issues and were the highest cost repair. Now transmissions are very complicated and have a high repair cost. I think you would have been better off with a new or used transmission but when you are under warranty you take what you can get. Hopefully you don't have any issues after the rebuild. If you do, that is what the warranty is for.

[@sammyjammy6647]

You must’ve put that 4Runner through hell to get the transmission to break

[@filter501]

I hope you get that ram back on the road, it sure is a beautiful truck, the dealership should do good for you.

[@marvindiamonjr.9631]

Very good performance for the first live! "Rocks, dirt, and other fun stuff".

[@andrewe.woodward1395]

Watching a re-broadcast from Los Angeles. Enjoy your videos.

[@tomilee78]

Feel sorry for you. I have 2019 Ram 2500 and it has been solid so far. I put 35k miles on it. Hopefully, it will be alright for the rest of your truck's life time.

[@frankdrahos8569]

Coming in loud and clear!

[@JasPlun]

WoW that A/C cab would be great we mow a ton of right of ways and are now getting a lot of Solar farms requiring zero-turns. That would be well worth it especially down on the gulf coast.

[@dustdevl1043]

I missed the live, was driving home from work. I always read all of the comments, but sad to see there is no live chat replay available. Hopefully they'll get your truck repaired with no further issues.

[@dustdevl1043]

Also, they changed the name of the GIE to Equip Exposition. 🤷‍♂️

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Yeah, I knew about the name change I forgot to say it correctly. That was my first live stream but I’ve been told it takes like 12 to 24 hours for the chat to show up which doesn’t make sense

[@dustdevl1043]

@@RockhillfarmYT The replay is on now, but I waited 3 hours. I couldn't stand it, I wanted to know what they said about your transmission!

[@redrider533]

Worked in a transmission shop and you should not be concerned with a rebuilt transmission. Technically your transmission is not rebuild but repaired. They are only replacing the piston in the reverse clutch pack. Maybe with and updated part but my guess is that the seal was originally damaged during assembly. I am surprised they can’t get the parts required from the manufacturer of the transmission or aftermarket which is as good if not better. They may also be performance clutch packs available for this tranny

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Thanks for the feedback

[@kevinhoffman8214]

all cars break down , some more than others , stay on top of service and keep all your receipts , I never heard anymore about the leak in the roof , it may be clogged drains for the sunroof

[@CuriousKL]

Worked in a transmission manufacturer. It's all about pressure. ANY loss of pressure you're dead.

[@donaldwalls5809]

I love the Rams pick-up so much ! I hope the fix on the truck works , I know you don't have time for this nonsense , and none of us do.

[@leskeegan9033]

Most manufactures if they tell you they will order a new transmission don't believe it. They will give you a factory re-built one. I had that happen to me on a 2001 GMC. They ended up putting in a rebuilt one from the factory. Same with engines. They give you a rebuilt one not a new one.

[@HeCoversMe]

I had a new cherokee, transmission problems, each time it went in a little of this a little of that. The final time I went they had this really nice service rep who said we are just going to put in a new transmission. I was livid! Finally it’s getting fixed! Well it was great after that but that really nice guy? He was fired only days after ordering my new transmission. That pretty much tells the story😞

[@Rick-hx9fo]

Thanks for sharing. The sad thing is these videos on this new generation of truck is becoming common. From Ram , Ford to Nissan and Toyota. It’s like let’s forget about quality control. You depend on your truck for your livelihood, so it is a big deal. TBH I don’t think I would be as calm as you. Ram better take care of this. It’s a shame.

[@Three-leggedRanch]

Great live show, Brock.

[@rodbagley1686]

Missed the live but your sounding good an hour later.

[@stevenelson8560]

Sorry about your truck, hopefully it serve well for years once you do get it back.

[@mariok3682]

Thank you for sharing your story !

[@kevinherm3036]

Pulling your trailers like you do, you should have gotten the HO engine with the AISIN transmission. They had a lot of the ones you ended up with on the lots before Covid hit and if you weren't paying close attention to details the salesman would talk someone into one of these because they were cheaper....just not made to work hard.

[@TheOwlGuy777]

I'd demanded the piston, ALL seals, clutches, planets, sun drums and steels PLUS the torque converter. Once you lose fluid pressure, everything is allowed to slip and get hot.

[@shady9891]

Welcome to newer truck ownership. I was down and out for 5 months in my superduty about 40 days into ownership.

[@richardj163]

I really hope RAM and the dealership make it right!!!

[@zacharyryan1719]

The 8 speed for the heavy duty is only a few years old. Probably still working out the kinks. I love my Ram 2500.

[@free-domechaser7461]

😆

[@walterbatman7949]

You’re better off them repairing your transmission than replacing it with a new one glad they found the problem

[@tomtransport]

Well, I am on the fence as far as a new trans verses a rebuild of the one you have. You had a brand new trans in that truck. It went bad so new does not always equate to better. OTOH, the rebuild of your trans specific problem, if done by a qualified tech. and performed right, may well be a better deal. I was in management of the repair end of two Ford dealerships for 47 years. When the two techs. I had, at two different dealers, rebuilt trans under warrantee or out, I could forget about a comeback. Just my two cents. Comeback for same issue was very rare but I will admit we had more issues with electrical/computer/water leak issue comebacks. In 99% percent of those problems we got it right the second time.

[@ScottJacobsRealtor]

Slogan suggestion after seeing it as part of one of your video titles: Is the juice worth the squeeze? Might try it as a statement: The juice is worth the squeeze. Or, The juice that’s worth the squeeze. 😉 started watching your channel for the truck transmission conversation but have enjoyed the videos using big boy toys (I mean tools and machines) as well. 😎

[@RockhillfarmYT]

I like that

[@ScottJacobsRealtor]

@@RockhillfarmYT just edited it a bit

[@Okraknife]

I hope it all works out soon.

[@jimsmith8789]

I love watching your vids! “Do it in the Rocks”

[@number40Fan]

I wouldn't be worried about the transmission repair lasting. It does suck that you will have to wait.

[@wildbill23c]

Since that transmission is torn apart, I'd have them put every update and upgrade in it along with a shift kit.

[@eddierock84]

Slogans.... "Rock'in the hill with (Brock)", or (Rockhill farm). That's my 10 cents... ha ha. Get them all thinking about it Brock.

[@icehog2367]

Anyone that thinks "their brand" doesn't have warranty issues is just plain ignorant. Chevy, Ford, Toyota etc etc etc all have problems, none are free from defect. I've driven Ram's since 1986 and never once have had any in the shop, probably just simple luck.

[@teresagoodwin7458]

No, they actually have had a really good product up until the last number of years. Sad but true.

[@davepaturno4290]

According to Consumer Reports, the top three most reliable auto companies are: 1. Lexus 2. Mazda 3. Toyota Of the top 10 auto companies in this reliability ranking list, 8 are Japanese companies. So no, they are not all the same. Ram is ranked 21st out of 28 on this list.

[@RantzBizGroup]

Best P/U I ever owed was a 1994 Dodge half ton with the 318 and the German 5 speed manual transmission. I sold it years ago, but I'm betting that was a solid 500,000 mile vehicle.

[@joetuktyyuktuk8635]

You're right, thing is when something does go wrong, people remember it... particularly those in the "other" camps. Every new vehicle has the potential for problems and luck plays a role. I'm on my third new truck of a particular brand, first one I drove for 12 years, second one 15 years and the third just turned 7 years old this month... all trouble free, needed nothing but gas, tires the occasional battery and of course the usual maintenance. Guess I have been lucky, I'm not gonna mention which brand, because that only brings on the haters, other than it's domestic.

[@TheIronChainMaster]

Your right none are free from defects. Its the amount and rate of defects that matter.

[@jts9120]

Ive owed Dodge trucks my whole life. And never had a transmission go bad.

[@genewilliams7497]

“Watch out…..I’m Bout to get busy”

[@miningking70]

AISIN Transmissions only for 3500 the 68RFE or 48RFE Dodge JUNK! Dealers have no idea on transmissions they send out all to repair centers. Get out of the money pit! I call my 2004.5 Dodge Cummins! Nightmare it is a lemon and money pit! Thank you for your videos and good luck buddy!

[@rodshepard3967]

We just don't play in dirt, we play in rocks. Rock Hill Farms. 😁🤷‍♂️

[@360VRStudios]

I think asking you how you were driving the vehicle is a valid question. You racked up 20k miles on its first year.

[@kennylute7962]

Hello from Morgantown wv. Yes I hear you,,

[@rodbagley1686]

3 years of college at WVU!

[@pauliedweasel]

I guess that bad O-ring ‘Sealed’ the transmissions fate! 😉

[@soberdude]

Thanks for all the videos. The slogan "What do you guys think"

[@stephendiamond9893]

Seems like everybody that I speak to has the same problem. I had a 2014 dodge ram 2500 Cummins heavy duty. I love the truck. Or should I say I loved it. The transmission went. The sad part is I couldn’t get a transmission I wasn’t asking for warranty work because it was after the warranty. I was asking for a new transmission which I would pay for. But dodge couldn’t even get the transmission. The dealer said they couldn’t get the transmission from any of their vendors. Unavailable. I called around to the transmission places they told me the same thing getting the transmission for that truck what is impossible was impossible. Friend of mine who has a towing company bought a brand new flatbed hundred $10,000 $110,000. Pay $5000 extra for an extended warranty and the transmission went. The dealer would not back it up the warranty company was giving him a hard time the transmission company and Dodge we’re all giving him a hard time. He had to get an attorney. It’s sad for six months it sat SAT for six months. Until it was resolved. My only suggestion is this Look for a second GEN used 5.9 Cummins. They’re out there buy it from a private Seller who has all the maintenance records. I would not recommend buying one from a dealer. Because they don’t know the history. Many of them get it off the auction block you just don’t know where it come from. I’ve had many dodges over the years and the success I have is with the second GEN. 2500 or better. With a FASS lift pump and a newer Updated VP 41 Bosch fuel injector you can’t go wrong

[@bobbg9041]

Centerline ks. so did you do much work in Joplin when the tornado hit? I remember comming out of a Lowes up here in kc near the airport that day and the ominous looking clouds, we didn't even get a storm. Get your truck back yet?

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Yeah, the truck is back and doing good. I did go over and volunteer a couple days in Joplin although I didn’t have any equipment at the time so it wasn’t the same as I could do now.

[@hvacexplained9341]

I think a lot of people can agree that if manual transmission especially for the heavy duty vehicles is still an option you would not be in the situation right now.

[@wildbill23c]

Well, that is if the person operating the vehicle knows how to properly operate a clutch...this is the largest reason HD trucks don't have manuals anymore, people are plain lazy, and on top of that can't drive them right.

[@andrewe.woodward1395]

Slogan: The Brock between your shoulders-----Rockhill Farm!

[@troylansdowne9562]

Thanks for the vedio no need to get mad at your current situation just look around yourself and you can see someone with bigger problems. Hey life happens no need to get angry! Now that is good sound advice. I appreciate your n essayed you all have a blessed day.

[@marvinr5054]

I'm really surprised that they warranted it because ram 2500 and 3500 diesels that are used for commercial use do not have the same warranty as one that a civilian would drive.

[@gregsteiger7829]

Loud and clear

[@CuriousKL]

I was once told that if I took a Dodge engine, Ford rear end and a GM trans, I would have a bullet proof truck that would pull anything.

[@jjmack8233]

No doubt this is more than frustrating especially when you pay so much and need the truck for your business. Your patience is way better than mine. These multibillion corporations treat their customers like we owe them our business sometimes. I hope they get you taken care of and you have no more issues with the truck. As far as that leak goes, that’s just some worker and inspector slacking on the job. Sounds like a Friday or Monday made truck. Good luck.

[@willammunny5589]

I just got rid of my 2500, I’ve never had a vehicle with so many recalls and other non recalled issues including the ‘it’s raining in my truck’ trick. Never again. RecallsAlmostMonthly

[@rickrhodes4788]

Howdy from Texas. Cheers

[@MattFoushee]

GIE+ is now Equip Expo. Saw you there last year with Ritter.

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Yeah, I knew they changed the name but forgot to mention it. Pretty sure I remember talking to you.

[@JasPlun]

Look at all of the recalls Ford is getting right now today. Even the CEO acknowledged that they have serious quality control issues right now that will take years to correct. You can google that by the way he did admit it so I will say I respect it when they come out and say it. Where I have an issue is when they know there is a defect and do not make it right for the people. Glad they got it fixed:P

[@andrewe.woodward1395]

Slogans: What the Brock!, Thanks for listening; see ya' next time. Others to suggestions come...

[@eddiereyna2998]

So the cab products for hydro mowers , that sounds cool but are the manufacturers also selling em with an upgrade kit for the ability to withstand the extra weight ? I just finished watching a Automative company that installs custom made firearms proof work done on a Mercedes SUV & they manufacture their own heavy duty suspension parts to ensure that the increase of weight will be able to perform to their higher standards.

[@eddiereyna2998]

I’d also go with caliper brakes on the front tires if ya add a cab to it . Down here in San Antonio, a cab w AC would be great but I don’t think I’ll see em to soon .

[@johnmoore8599]

Defective part. Looks like an easy fix since the tranny is already torn down. Shouldn't take 3 weeks to get a part. If that batch of parts is defective, Dodge has a big problem with lots of bad transmissions due to one part.

[@sellison2192]

A new transmission could have the same defect. At least you know now that problem is fixed.

[@terrygoss7229]

The rocks roll when farming on rock hill farms. Good luck with your transmission what your dealer said sounds very likely as the problem. I would not buy any vehicles made in Mexico the quality is bad I watch Scotty Kilmer show and he says this all the time.

[@007briles]

Hi brock from N.W. Iowa

[@treeamigo8447]

1st off, you bought the right truck and when your back on the road, you'll likely have lots of trouble free miles ahead of you. Whatever happened to that transmission was a stroke of bad luck and not representative of these ram. I know because I've owned more than I can count.

[@RAHRAHJR97]

“Never sitting still, work to do”

[@robsnodgrass915]

This is like burning time and money, without light and heat.

[@adrianstanton2652]

Why not use an aftermarket seal? You can get a heavy duty bonded piston quicker along with new clutch packs and a new seal kit.

[@RockhillfarmYT]

It’s under warranty and it will still be under warranty after they fix it so they’re probably only going to use their parts if I want that warranty

[@johnforster8927]

Slogan “My way or the expert way” or “Don’t do it my way, follow the instructions”

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Another one “everything I try works out”

[@roneldridge1783]

So I just bought a newer dodge. Probably smart to Keep my 1998 12v for a while .

[@waiting4aliens]

Look at the reverse clutches and drives if you were not getting enough pressure.

[@mikecarr1484]

The fact it broke already says a lot about modern trucks.

[@andrewe.woodward1395]

You should make dealer re-set/extend your mileage warranty-----they should extedn to 120,000 miles!

[@patriotallen9717]

Another one: Life is rocky, just like the farm!

[@bobbg9041]

Oh lawn tractor ac cab, will it come with heat? I mean I put my snow blower on its cold in the winter to blow the snow off my 2 car driveway thats 2 cars wide and 2 cars deep, no seriously takes me longer to put the snowblower on the tractor then doing my driveway with a 42" wide blower. 3or 4 passes im done. 2 years ago it was so fun I did 1/2 the street and a negibors driveway or 2. It only takes me 45 min to mow my grass. Used to take me 2 or 3 hours because my yards full of hills and im not young anymore. I was using a push mower. As far as snow, well your in ks im in kcmo so you know we don't get that much snow anyway but I got the blower for 100 bucks it looks new fit my tractor so I couldn't pass it up. But I need to build a weight rack for the back of it the blower pretty heavy puts most the weight at the frt of the tractor. Ok lets hope they get your truck right.

[@chriselliott2364]

Rock Hill farms home of the organically grown rocks!

[@andrewe.woodward1395]

During one of your truck problem videos, you metinned you were going to discuss, "Toyota," trucks. What are your thoughts about Toyota?

[@number40Fan]

Toyota doesn't make anything big enough that will work with what Brock needs to tow.

[@richietatum6112]

No debris went thru it so it will be good. Looking forward to hearing the good news to come.🙏

[@johnbranch882]

at least i learned one thing DONT BUY A DODGE

[@warrenc0417]

Seems to me they didn’t put higher quality parts into the reverse gear. Didn’t think it would be a problem when using inferior parts.

[@fredharvey2720]

Could be Stockton Rush was also into transmission design

[@mateymate3066]

can you imagine how many vehicles out there have these problems?

[@007briles]

Good audio

[@kennybosche4762]

Make sure you get a rental on them the one that you want

[@seniormasters3492]

Older Chevy 454 high output Vortec and have it rebuilt from the ground up and you'll save about $50,000 and you'll be able to haul anything and everything that you want

[@darrindunn8707]

Wouldn't it be a insurance issue to cover lost from the truck going down?

[@Dan-rp7il]

a similar thing happened to my f150 so there is no good answer except to buy cheap trucks like you said

[@devinkenyon553]

i know i just commented on this with a previous video but i had a feeling it was clutch pack related. that sucks but at least it got handled.

[@mechanictaft4848]

You should do like I did find something 2010 and below =no def it would be cheaper to put new engine interior outside paint rims I did that with my durumax I updated the inside the display and other stuff made a brand new truck for less than 30 grand

[@donaldclark4350]

Maybe it was fluke the Tanya going out. Being you have #Warranty up to 1,000.000 I would keep it till then and get rid of it. You would lose the less. And you love the truck. Tell the dealer I need a truck to borrow they need to feel so pain.