2019 Ram 1500 after 250,000 Miles of Ownership | Truck Central

[@TruckCentral]

*WE MADE IT! A quarter of the way to a million miles!!*** Here it is. All the good. All the bad. The ULTIMATE 5th Gen Ram Review after 250,000 miles of ownership. List of Mods ➞ Floor Liners: bit.ly/48ce3c9 ➞ Tonneau Cover: bit.ly/3RbYqdS ➞ Tires: bit.ly/46QOnRj ➞ Cold Air Intake: bit.ly/41hZzoS ➞ Tuner: bit.ly/3Tm82W7 ➞ Gooseneck Hitch: bit.ly/3tdK8BC ➞ Air Ride Delete: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3LYY4mleNWhrsk ➞ Hood Deflector: bit.ly/3uTCa14 ➞ Door Sill Protectors: amzn.to/3nDUdQr ➞ Screen Protector: amzn.to/3atsTAw ➞ Dash Cam: amzn.to/3GCR0eW ➞ Dash Cam Adapter: amzn.to/41gY0HX ➞ A/C Hack: amzn.to/3SPkxXK

[@CHSuperStallion]

I love your videos, I just have a question. Why don’t you get a ram heavy duty truck with a Cummins? Do you idle a lot?

[@mx5love460]

So you mean you are at 750,000 miles now?

[@jasonmassey461]

Probably because Ram won't Truly update that thing.

[@mr.robarbushites4055]

Maybe at 300,000 get it fully detailed buffed and waxed etc as a thank you for it's hard work 😎

[@MrJustinWheeler]

That’s what I’m thinking too!

[@donfrolka990]

Treat her good and she will treat u good​@MrJustinWheeler

[@jaymoar3561]

Grocery getters

[@nicholaswicks3077]

@@jaymoar3561just because somebody takes care of their truck doesn’t mean they don’t use it for work 🤦‍♀️

[@ramrider1453]

@@jaymoar3561Sooooo?????

[@danlsmock]

Just sold my 1999 Dodge Ram 1500. Bought it new in 1999 and put 210,000 on it. 25 years and it never left me on the side of the road.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Man you should have kept that truck forever!

[@rjs49ers]

Seriously the 5.2 and 5.9 v8 gas engines are SUPER RELIABLE​@MrJustinWheeler

[@pathunter7003]

I sold my 1998 dodge ram 1500 quad cab about 3 yrs ago, I bought it new, the 5.9 never dripped any fluids, never used any oil, ran fantastic like the day it was made. Always changed the syn oil at 5000 or less, did the maintenance needed. I never had an a/c problem, still had the original spark plug wires, original radiator and alternator. And folks may say that I should have replaced the heater hoses and such but they were still working fine the day I sold it. I towed heavy with it and had it loaded up with dirt and gravel many times. I still waxed it 3 times a year, the paint still shined like new but living in a salt state the rust bug was starting to show. My neighbor down the street bought it an still drives it

[@bradzimmerman3171]

It’s not a?Dodge at all-it’s a Fiat Ram built by Stellantis So watch for the rust out especially with lots of other problems,good luck danny

[@pathunter7003]

@@bradzimmerman3171 apparently you are wrong about that. Again

[@mwjr19]

I have a 2019 Limited I love everything about it! Bought mine with 77k miles currently has 82k miles. Bought it in May. Glad to be apart of the crew 🔥

[@jamesshenay3426]

Bought a 2019 with 18,000 miles on it. Now has 63,000 on it. I've done all the recommended services on it and change the oil and filter every 4,000 miles. Only mods to it are a afe cold air intake and performance exhaust system. No lift or monster tires. Original brakes too! Drives strong and still damm good looking truck. Rock on hemi

[@atg1338]

Dude 63,000 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@mjoliver457]

​​@@atg1338 wuts so f funny huh

[@2024hekyeah]

​@mjoliver457 63000 is still very new my friend. Most cars don't show their true colors that early, that's y he is laughing so hard. You should too 😅

[@mjoliver457]

@@2024hekyeah no I don't think it's f funny honestly if you have a problem with me buying a ram go f of

[@2024hekyeah]

@@mjoliver457 I have a ram too bro relax. But I didn't think it was bullet proof at 63000. Sitting g at 248ish now and I haven't touched the engine. Just common suspension wear I had to deal with. It's a solid truck fro everyday use

[@jerrymitchell8576]

I have 291,680 miles on the Ram 1500 with the 5.7 HEMI and I'm very pleased with the truck had to do common maintenance but other than that no problem with the truck at all

[@guillermomontejo935]

What year

[@Ronnie-l9f]

I have 180 on my 2008 Hemi

[@guillermomontejo935]

@@Ronnie-l9f mine is close to 160k 2003, I wish I get 300 k . It runs perfectly

[@PeterHemsan]

I got 161K on my 2015 Hemi and it still going strong.

[@justinp9647]

@@PeterHemsando you ever worry about idle time with the tick?

[@cjmoore7240]

Awesome video! I have a 2022 RAM 1500 Longhorn with the 5.7 Mild Hybrid V-8. No issues after 2 years. I have the Sunroof and have never opened it. One of the MAIN REASONS why I bought my RAM 1500 over the F150 was because of you! PS: No crack in the rear. KEEP ON ROCKING!

[@mattenfeld]

This dude should get payments from my local ram dealer. Reason I bought my ‘23 limited. Just past a year and I’ve had zero, repeat, not even a glitch of an issue. I also came from owning a Land Rover so I was at the shop every 3 months. 13000 miles driving my two year old around, it’s been named “Truck Truck” by him, so it’ll be its name for the rest of its life.

[@Cloud30000]

I miss my 2019 5.7 Laramie; I skipped the Limited because I didn’t want the sunroof, matinee screen, or the air ride, but loaded it up with all the other stuff like cooled seats, power steps, and 360 cameras. In the 4 years I had it before someone blew a red light and took it out, the only issue I had was the cameras kept having artifact issues when the temp dropped below 20F overnight, and needed to run for a bit to go away; I suspect they were susceptible to moisture intrusion which then froze on the internal lens. I skipped the locking rear diff, but had a Eaton Truetrack mechanical LSD installed which made the rare iced parking space after a snow storm easy to crawl out off, which was the only thing the brake simulated LSD just couldn’t handle. The other benefit is that I didn’t have to worry about the brakes overheating on a low traction dirt trail, though I was never on a trail aggressive enough to need to change the stock tires, let alone test the brakes. The power step on the RAM is much better than the power step on the Ford F150 Powerboost I replaced it with, as it comes out and down at least 2” more making it much easier to stand on and use to access the roof and the bed. I’ve been looking for extensions for the Ford power step, but I have not found anything. I also found the RAM seats to be softer and more comfortable, though I never realized how terrible the AC was until I got the Ford. I did need to install a backup light, as the camera in the RAM does not brighten the image enough at night like Ford does. That can easily be fixed with software, which I hope RAM has by now. Payload wasn’t great compared to Ford, but RAM has never been the truck to get for payload due to mostly steel and air ride or coils on the rear. The ride doesn’t even compare though; the Ford is fine (similar to a budget car but better than older trucks and HD trucks), but the RAM rides like a Cadillac, just floating over the road. I could drive in the RAM all day, while I need to take a break every few hours in the Ford to relax and unwind a bit. The Ford felt like the Ranch hand’s truck, built for work, while the RAM was the Ranch owner’s truck, built for comfort.

[@TruckCentral]

This is a great post, thanks for sharing 👍

[@KGLIer23]

Just moved from a 19 Limited to 24 Powerboost Lariat myself. Ford feels more truck ish while the ram had nicer interior. Ram had some leaks and the dash was bubbling at 5yr old/38k mi. Sometimes I miss the Ram, especially the air ride that sometimes didn’t work. Overall the Ford is a better truck but it has its quirks with the wind noise and bad brake pedal motor.

[@SillyDillysTunes]

​@KGLIer23 My Rams tow rating is only 250lbs less than the Ford. The Payload is is 2,300lbs on my RAM Etorque off road package. 3,375lbs. So a solid 1,000lbs more due to leaf springs. But as a 1500, 2,300lbs is far more than I can fit in the bed and I wouldn't trade ride comfort and geometry superiority for more Payload. Fords interior, is atrocious. They also don't offer a v8 F150 and even when they did, it was a short stroke engine. I'll keep the Ram.

[@BBBILLY86]

Left Chevy trucks after endless LS DOD/AFM motor issues at just over warranty. 2018 hemi ram almost 7 years and only items, tires, brakes and back up camera. Zero complaints. When a kid blew a red light and totaled my 70 Nova in June Couldn't afford to buy another at current prices. Signed my name and drove off lot with a new 2023 6.4 Challenger in July. Love both and happy life since leaving the bankrupt causing problems behind me.

[@alexsalunas5042]

I have one😂

[@TylerRivera635]

I’m always amazed at the mileage on some newer vehicles I’ve seen. Once seen a 570k miles on a 2018 suburban this past year. Taxi service vehicle for those who are doubting.

[@user-fn4ei3dt2p]

An honest review by someone who actually takes care of these things. I see too many that aren't. Great video.

[@donboatwright3821]

I have been doing autoglass for 14 years and I can say with confidence that the windshield on the newer body rams are nowhere near as thick and touch as the previous years and body styles when it comes to the OEM Mopar glass . The ceramic coating might have helped a little but like I tell all my customers if you can't afford OEM I use OEE which is technically considered aftermarket but the OEE glass is Equivalent or better quality and if you get the OEE glass on these from Pilkington or Fuyoa it is better quality and thicker than the Mopar glass lol . I've done so many of these new rams and it always blows me away how cheap and thin the original windshield is

[@BBBILLY86]

How about the 2018 classic windshield quality? I travel on a congested highway where speeds are 80 mph for 4 miles straight and maybe 2 cars space between cars. My truck has gotten several chips. Which is concerning since I'm home half the week since 2020. Have not seen this level of chipped glass with other vehicles.

[@adamp6700]

Just came out of a 19 Bighorn Quad Cab with 90k on it and into a '19 Limited Crew Cab with 48k on it. Big difference between the 2 and excited to still be in the Ram Hemi fam.

[@bigamigo4863]

My 2015 Ram 1500 Sport 5.7 still runs like a top. Nothing but fluid changes, set of brakes and tires. Hunting, fishing, pulling trailer for camping has been flawless so far. This is my third Ram all three have been great trucks.

[@joloclayfamily43]

307,000 km on my 2019 with 5.7 i only put valvoline conventional 5w20 i run 10,000km befor oil change here in canada the winter's are long so the 4x4 is often engaged this truck works every day pushing the limits it's been dependable for sure

[@hamzashaher]

conventional every 10,000 km is not the best idea tbh. i'd personally use synthetic for that kind of interval especially with the 5.7 which is known to start ticking later on. synthetic might cost you maybe an extra $40 every oil change, but its worth it for the piece of mind

[@BrockOBauma]

Maybe it's different in Canada, but conventional 5w20 isn't even in US stores.

[@hamzashaher]

@@BrockOBauma you can still get Castrol GTX 5w20 around here (I believe it's either conventional or semi synthetic) and a couple off brands that are conventional

[@BrockOBauma]

@@hamzashaher hmmm. The only conventional I see on shelves is 10w30 and maaaaybe 5w30.

[@tsmith4719]

5w20 conventional doesn’t exist. I run 0w20. That’s what the manufacturer says.

[@bemo2550]

makes me miss my dads 2000 ram 1500 sport. he bought it new and put 245k miles on it, one of the most unproblematic trucks we ever had!!

[@b110286]

Have a 2019 longhorn. Gorgeous truck and Just hit 105k miles. Always have just done recommended service at the dealer and the truck has never had an issue. These trucks are very well built and very reliable, most reliable truck I’ve owned. If you have the chance to pick up a 5.7 in a 5th gen just do it, with this motor being phased out it will be the kind of truck you wished you would have bought.

[@TruckCentral]

I agree!

[@ramrider1453]

I have the same b110286. Only got 92,000 Kilometers. But it’s been a champ and great truck. I did have the back window replaced under warranty but that’s it. Love it

[@deweyman2112]

My 2021 Ram 1500 Limited has about 60,000 miles and so far, only one problem. Front passenger cv joint started to knock a little. Had it replaced. I have the RAM box and love them. Split tailgate is awesome. Hopefully, she keeps going! Really enjoy my ride!

[@alfonsodennis8450]

Thanks for this great review of your truck. I have a 2019 Ram 1500. Problems so far, dashboard bubbled up, power mirrors went out, rear window leaked so bad that it damaged the control tower under the seat causing truck not to recognize the key fob, a 2900 repair, Ram did help out as goodwill repair. Waiting on new dashboard a $1800 repair. Truck has 47000 miles on it. I won’t count the running boards sticking because I never serviced them. Again thank you.

[@28BATMAN28]

Got a 20 Ram 1500 on Oct 23’ with 39,800 miles on it and previous records show 1st owner kept it in well condition. Now 1 year later Oct 24’ with 75k miles. Everything is original brakes, rotors, bulbs, etc. Actually only thing I’ve replaced under manufacture warranty was the delaminating dashboard that was bubbling and then my extended warranty covered the starter that went out at 65k miles.

[@blendo12345]

you had to replace a starter on 65k mile truck ? 😂

[@johnnaulder561]

@@blendo12345mine went out on my 21 at 40k . Not to mention broken muffler bolts at 18k , both exhaust manifolds cracked at 35k , and upper ball joints at 45k . I got rid of that pos . The rear tail pipe hanger snapped , that was the final straw 😂.

[@bgb946]

Good to see a review of a truck that is being used. The truck is working pretty good and looks like it still gets the job done.

[@robertannable9584]

The gas pump trick didn't work for me. I had to replace my evap canister and charcoal filter. The parts were under $100. My 19' Laramie is still like brand new. Best truck I've ever had.

[@jasonargo8607]

I also have a 2019 Laramie

[@Agonzz602]

Same i love my 2019 Laramie. As of today 10/19/24 I am still under 36,000 miles

[@Davidreynolds-p4b]

AWSOME video, really appreciated the originality and authenticity. This is what a review should look like, so people can make informed purchases on such big asset items.

[@johntankson]

Just read that Autoevelution article on the old Girl. It was well done Justin. The issues you've occurred are normal, with the miles you've racked up. I still question myself for getting rid of my 2019 Ram limited till this day. Best wishes on all endeavors.

[@brittmartin8083]

Just bought my 18’ Rebel at 84K. Clean title, solid service history. Smooth ride. Lookin forward to 300k+ mi journey

[@alp3781]

Thank you for this video. I am looking at the same truck, 2 years old, lease returned, dealer cared and cert. 19K on her. I love the wheels it has from RAM and they are not cheap. The rear windows are known to leak on 19 models. The HEMI is surly RAM's success. Having said that, the dealer will price me an extended coverage. The air shocks scare me a bit.

[@wayneowen5864]

Great video, and Great RAM TRUCK! Many people think that the RAM trucks are JUNK, but I think they are AWESOME!!

[@Youngsoldier93]

Nah, they're junk Italian vehicles

[@vipersniper89]

Just broke 100k miles on my 2017 Ram Rebel lol love it

[@julianwood3920]

Just bought my 17 rebel this week!

[@davidevans8310]

wow I've been looking up ram trucks for awhile and have been sacred because all online is hemi tick and all this stuff but watching this made me feel better about it and ill be getting a 2019 ram this month thank you for the vid and info.

[@Cherokeelion]

2020 Bighorn here, love my Ram! Really very minor issues over 60,000 miles and truck runs like it has another 200,000 left.

[@mosesshanks1609]

Awesome video. Just realized I need to change my rear and front differential fluids and I’m at 130,000 miles on my 19 Laramie longhorns. Thank god for this Video honestly 👏

[@MichaelE-c2i]

2022 Ram Limited. 6in Readylift kit with factory air suspension, 22in 4PLAY 4P55 wheels on 37in Toyo open country. 48k miles and it's been flawless.

[@jesusdubz5285]

i cant believe we actually got to see the full adventure with this truck

[@HunterJohnson-v8r]

You have to do a detailing video of it soon just once to see what 250k miles looks like actually clean lol

[@MrJustinWheeler]

I know I know. That’s been on my to-do list. I haven’t found a place in OKC yet that will do the inside and outside. 😅

[@shawndonovan1151]

I second this. Probably would get a ton of views on it

[@MrJustinWheeler]

@@shawndonovan1151 it’ll happen!

[@ramrider1453]

@@MrJustinWheelerJustin, I have been watching you since the start. Have yet to see you have a nice clean truck 😂😂😂😂. But hey, you use it like a truck.

[@k5blaze84]

It's kinda neat to see a newer Ram with that many miles on it and not many issues. I have a 04 long bed I picked up last year that only had 70k to begin with, now has 76k on it. Only had to change the U joints and carrier bearing so far.

[@AutoAuctionRebuilds]

Man I was packing miles on mine. Year 1 I put near 30k miles on it. Now it sits in a field with all my other junk. I need to go drive it sometime! Love how yours looks with those aggressive tires, and that air suspension delete looked fun!

[@TruckCentral]

Willing to trade anytime 😂 30k sounds like a dream!!

[@jakejohnson9827]

@@TruckCentral Aye man, I'd trust AAR. If whatever is sitting, common oil change n whatever it will be golden

[@swellsajetsfan8147]

I have 224,000 miles on my 2014 Ram 1500 and it runs like a dream I don’t think I’m ever getting rid of my truck ❤️

[@germangomez6851]

Thank you for making such detailed videos. It makes me feel good about my 20 bighorn w 56k miles. Thanks

[@MrJustinWheeler]

You got a lot of life left in that ole girl!

[@AmericanSurvival001]

So I’ve got a 2004 Dodge Durango with a 57 hemi it only has 325,000 miles on it. Realize this is an all-wheel-drive vehicle and I have never replaced anything on the transmission or the drivetrain or fix the engine in any manner. It still has the original water pump and as you can imagine it is weak so I am going replace it, this vehicle as it has a very high tow rating as it’s a limited and I have towed with it dozens of times 10,000 pound trailers from Salt Lake City to Vegas. it has the original alternator and starter as well. If you look around, you will see Duran Duran Durango that are previous models to mine and the same as everywhere and if you look for vehicles that were built in the same years by anyone else you will not find them on the road except an extreme few that is how well built dodge is. I would be happy to provide pictures of the vehicle and the odometer as proof I know for a fact since this is my second Dodge vehicle the first being a 93 1500 which I put 550,000 miles on it before I gave it away. This one will easily do 400,000 miles before major replacement parts are needed. I would be glad to get statements from my friends who driveFords and Chevys as they can attest to you their amazement on how long I’ve owned this vehicle and how it’s never worked on. Oil changes are every 6500 miles. and he’s not lying my first set of plugs as the hemi has two plugs per cylinder were swapped out at 200,000 miles and it never misfires or did but I knew they had to be done and I was right the electrodes were burnt flush, but that’s a test. I’m gonna have good. The coils are compared to a Ford have never replaced any of them and never will need to.

[@alexgrindnshine2522]

Don’t doubt your claims worked in shops saw plenty of high mileage dodge trucks come through with original parts and still working great. I personally have owned a few dodges and they are tough vehicles.

[@tb-xy7lg]

138k on my 2019. No mechanical problems at all. Have had since new. Only problem was windshield. Went through two oem ones. 1 at around 12k miles and one at around 40k. The one at 40k literally cracked 2 weeks after. I travel on very rocky highways in cali lol. Anyways i went with an aftermarket windshield after that one. Cheaper than oem and has not cracked yet. Dont think it will either. its been hit multiple times with bigger rocks than hit the oem ones i had. The oem windshield is incredibly fragile. At least some of them are. Probably a manufacturing issue. ?

[@barlicgread15]

people have said that the 5th gen rams have weaker windshields, my 4th gen gets hit with rocks all the time and the front window has no chips or cracks

[@bucksmith02]

I have the same S&B intake on my 21 Ram and if you take that little extra side plug out towards the fender, it really increases the flow and throttle response on heavy throttle inputs. Sounds good too

[@MrJustinWheeler]

That’s something I’ll have to play with. I need to replace the filter soon anyways. Thanks for watching!

[@clay282]

I also have a 2019 and the only thing it has needed is a four-wheel-drive actuator for 100,000 miles. I’m not sure if the post pandemic trucks are as reliable as ours.

[@kylehuck8449]

Fyi. The gas filling issue is a service bulletin. Take it to your RAM dealer and they can fix it. You have to pay for it but it does fix the issue. So you don’t have to angle the hose nozzle like you’re doing now.

Boy, you are really lucky! At least on the dashboard part my 2019 Limited dashboard started the laminating after 36,000 miles and won’t give a thing about it! The whole thing is peeling apart in the truck has been kept inside or went outside with a sunvisor in the windshield I love the way. The truck rides has a serious serious issue and admitting fault.

[@kmuinde]

can't wait to see how it looks like when fully detailed

[@ramrider1453]

I have been waiting for Justin to do that for 5 years now 😂😂😂😂. Won’t happen. But Justin is the best

[@jimlove3795]

Some of the things you mentioned I’m glad I don’t have. Dislike painted bumpers, so I keep with chrome cause it can take a better beating. Front windshield, 3 ceramic coatings on it now in 4 years. Love my RamAir intake. The headlights on these trucks are amazing, especially at night and the lights move with the steering wheel, in a way it makes me feel like I’m driving a 1948 Tucker with the 3rd light that moved with the steering wheel. I do have a slight HEMI tick, it goes away after a few seconds. Hope I never have an LED bulb go bad, have heard they’re expensive. Definitely need sill protectors, got 2 dogs that like taking rides. Over all, I think the 19 and 20 models were the best. Take care Justin.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Looking back, a chrome front bumper would have been smart. I prefer the look of the paint matched, but it definitely hold up as well. I’m dreading the day I have to replace a headlight. Maybe the lights will outlast my engine. Lol. Time will tell. Thanks Jim!

[@cuga69]

Thanks brother, I have 65k miles on my 2019 Limited, and your videos give me confidence that my truck can last as long. I bought a pedal commander and dash camera based on your recommendations. I already had the husky floor mats, door sill protectors, front bug guard, and the soft bed cover. I just need to get a CAI, thanks for the sponsor link. Might I suggest you also get a set of husky fender liners and mudflaps?

[@TruckCentral]

Those Husky fender liners look perfect. Might be the next mod!

[@SergioCasella-b8z]

I have a 2019 big horn with the 5.7, it has been solid I have 117,000 miles I had to do the exhaust manifold at around 70k miles. I put new spark plugs at 95k. I also replaced front struts at 95k. I’m thinking of doing a transmission service but it shifts fine and I feel like I shouldn’t touch it as they say it’s lifetime but I don’t feel like that’s the truth nothing is lifetime. I also change oil every 5k miles with synthetic. I plan on running this truck til it dies on me hopefully that’s over 250k miles the interior has been solid nothing broken or fading I’m very happy with how interior has held up. I also tow a snowmobile trailer and have put up to 2500lbs of payload in the back and this truck hasn’t hesitated once really a strong and solid truck.

[@mosesshanks1609]

Also as far as tires go, you need to get you some Mickey Thompson Baja Boss A/T LT 33X12.50R22 114Q F (12 Ply). We have the same rims and these A/T’s are perfect for any weather and ground conditions. They definitely look good on my 2019 Ram Laramie Longhorn. Great video btw!!!@TruckCentral

[@roman-kk4ug]

Thanks for sharing and thank you for sharing that ticking thing, my 2022 has it, know the cure now.

[@Jan-VH]

Nice you will be doing an interior and exterior detailing. Also noticed you didn't have the bed step installed. I recommend it to install. Furthermore on to 300 000 miles man.

[@NLYS27]

Zf transmission fluid on 8-speed transmissions is every 60,000 miles or 8 years. Which ever comes first. This includes the transmission fluid and filter. Trucks that experience more aggressive driving styles or are used in the commercial delivery industry and contractor trades are typically subjected to heavy city traffic or trailer pulling that generates extreme heat in the transmission. Owners that subject their vehicles to these types of severe driving conditions should consider replacing the transmission fluid and filter more frequently, such as every 40,000 miles to 50,000 miles. The 8HP75 is an amazing transmission it is bulletproof. Chrysler does not want to touch them and they rather you buy a new truck. ZF makes amazing transmissions that are engineered to be maintained. Yes, fluids overall have tripped in quality and efficiency. I get it if you wanna test the quality of the factory fluid and see how long it can last. Again they are bullet proof and my truck has one andIi love it. I get the most MPG when not towing going around 60-62mph and getting 25.6 MPG. I average 512 miles a tank. Also, CV axles can be rebuilt and commonly done.

[@eamonob84]

Wow, that’s great gas mileage. Do you have the hemi or the V6?

[@NLYS27]

@@eamonob84 I have a 345 Hemi Max Efficiency on the highway is 1500rpm my and MPG in the city is 17.7. Secret is Copper Plugs Good quality synthetic oil paired with a synthetic oil filter "Every 3k miles or 3 months. Which ever comes first" Proper tire pressure and proper tires "for what you need them for" Maintain a clean system, i use Chevron because it has cleaning additives and i add Marvel Mystery Oil either every or other fill-up. I use 91 Octane fuel or higher. This works best on highways but i strictly use it. A good quality air filter that filters very well but still has good airflow. K&N are terrible filters for filtering but are great for airflow. This will result in having a cleaner engine since there are fewer contaminants entering the engine. Resulting in cleaner oil. Replacing all fluids and oils, like radiator, differential, and transmission. The less friction you have on mechanical components the less force is needed to make them work/move, clean radiator fluid means more efficiency in dispersing heat. I also have MDS disabled to prevent damage and it doesn't matter if you dont take care of bad oil habits are also the reason why the Hemi fails. I do drive with A/C on GOOD DRIVING HABITS "You Dont Need to Drive Like a Great Grandpa" I have a 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 with a 360 "5.9L". I average 13.97 combined driving and around 16.368 on the highway. I joined a group that likes to get hyper mileage, guys get 21-24 mpg after they upgrade parts and remove some emissions "no cat" and get them tuned. So for older vehicles, it is possible to make more efficient and near close to new ones. I learned a lot from owning a 1950 Dodge B2B truck "Half-Ton" The original owner's manual and dealership training videos give advice on how to make sure you get great gas mileage and make it last as long as possible. The best i can in that truck is 22.2MPG going 35mph "Which was designed for". The truck is all original with a factory engine and transmission. The mileage is normal for that vehicles of that era.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

Cv axles are cheap to replace and easy to

[@NLYS27]

@@The_Garmin_Guru They are supposed to be but their has been inconsistent with reliability due to mass manufacturing. There is a trend to find companies that in-house remanufacturing because of the quality of the rebuild same goes with steering boxes and rack in pinions.

[@ramrider1453]

Yet a delearship said the ZF is a sealed unit. No need to change the oil. To which I disagree and yet I’m looking into if it can be done. Who knows how etc. but your right great great transmissions. Great power plant altogether really

[@stevenschoenecker1643]

Great video. Very informative long-term high mileage test. Great job

[@rcr01111]

Oh boy Justin, pull your back seats!! Possible mold.

[@TruckCentral]

😬

[@jeffreyberkey8371]

For the back window leak is possibly the 3rd brake light gasket

[@ramrider1453]

Yes. But on mine they changed the whole window. Under warranty. Cracked frame. Only issue I had on my 2019

[@jeffreyberkey8371]

Oh mine was a gen 3 truck and had similar problem and found that it was the 3rd brake. Good deal with you 👍

[@martys4814]

Ram has a warranty for That now….new entire back glass and 3rd brake light….extended up to 150k miles…mine is fixed and no leaks,,,,,,

[@socal33]

Quick story to pass on: Traded my '18 F150 SuperCrew 4x4 3.5L for a '20 Ram 1500 Big Horn 4x4 Hemi. Under the 100 day warranty with Carvana, I brought it in for inspection. They found a cracked exhaust manifold that Carvana did not find...I guess. They took out a bolt and coolant poured out. The bolt had never been screwed in but was seated in the engine. This led to the heads needing to be replaced which somehow led to the warranty company replacing the entire engine with a Stellantis provided one. The mechanic wanted a Jasper, but I said, hey, just put in the engine. Took 4 weeks. 3 y3/100k miles. I broke it in to 1k miles, changed the oil, and soldiered on. Towed a trailer and two side by sides to Tennessee, about 240 miles each way, no issues at all. A few weeks later I started the engine and the body vibrated like it had a huge aftermarket exhaust, and sounded like it. I pulled out of the driveway and the engine light came on, power felt like it was way down. I parked it and had it towed back to the mechanic. Come to find out the new engine #3 cylinder is shot. It's now at a Dodge dealer for the rest of the diagnosis and possible replacement. I'm trying not to get a bad feeling about this truck since I was really loving it. I really hope the 3rd engine is the charm.

[@TruckCentral]

Sounds like an incompetent mechanic is doing the engine swaps. Let’s hope they figure it out this time 🤞

[@socal33]

@ Now that it's at the dealership with a new set of eyes and hands on it, I'm hoping the same thing.

[@socal33]

@@TruckCentral Just spoke to the dealership and they found fuel contamination in the "fuel rail." Pieces were big enough to stage fuel from the injectors. They've cleaned it out and driven it and treated the fuel again and have found no more contamination. It was downstream from the filter. I'm thinking the shop that installed the engine might have contaminated the line or broken loose contaminants?

[@dave2158]

Just got 2018 F150 Supercrew Cab 5.0 V8 with 103,000 for $19,600. Super happy so far

[@socal33]

@@dave2158 The 2nd engine's fuel contamination was a first for me. And I did like my Ford. They just didn't back it up under warranty when the paint peeled off and the dash warped. Other than, pulled like a beast and was fast. I'm liking the rise in my Ram much more though. No springs in the back. I added air bags for load. More options too. It's all personal preference.

[@JasonSawyer-e6v]

Justin, Yes, the A/C issue has been fixed. I have 2023 Limited and no A/C issues in extreme heat. Thank you for so many excellent videos regarding your truck. Stellantis should be sponsoring you because this is an example for any of the people who don't like RAM/Hemi and how reliable they are. Also, I cannot believe some of what you have pulled/hauled using this half ton. Limited package has reduced cargo capacity (mine is 1267) but I have seen what you can do with this truck and I am amazed. Thank you again!

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Appreciate the kind words, Jason. I’ll keep cranking out these Ram videos as long as this ole truck keeps running. Lol. Thanks for watching.

[@Hello_Ladies]

If they said 250k isn't high mileage, I would ask them how many vehicles they've had with that amount. lol... 0... I've had a lot of them over the years, and not even 1 was within 100k. So, that's definitely a high mileage vehicle. I'm old tho, and 100k was very high back in the day.

[@TruckCentral]

You’d be surprised how many commenters claim that they put a million miles per year on their Toyota 😂

[@Hello_Ladies]

​@@TruckCentralI've seen the Tundra videos from the guy riding on flat desert roads. It's impressive, but not a common occurrence lol

[@Marmaduke00]

Got a 2024 limited with hemi. Put borla S exhaust and michelin tires and it is a awesome truck that rips with the 3.92s. Hope to have it to 200k miles as well

[@VB-zx1yk]

keep rippin her and it wont get to 200k lol

[@Marmaduke00]

@@VB-zx1yk yeah I don’t rag the truck. Just sayin it runs is all.

[@taylorjanowiak8180]

I disagree, ripping burns the gunk off the engine. My leadfoot still has my Ram over 160k and Corolla at 290k

[@jamestopeka2236]

The 3.92 is want I want next , I have the 3.21 on my 2020 1500 with the 5.7 .

[@lukecoster1375]

The breaks lasting that long is insane, like really insane

[@fscottgray9784]

I have watched this one since you started and I do like your honest content.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

I appreciate it! Thanks for sticking around 😊

[@poppyneese1811]

250k, that’s a lot of driving in a short time! I’ve only known only 3 guys personally with 300k+ on their trucks.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

I’ve got 5 vehicles with 250k+ 😮😅

[@chrismarbrey9678]

The tailgate, getting jammed up that happens on other brands too. I got a Chevy, and it happens every time.

[@pulvermacher80]

Man you have been talking about headers and exhaust for a year at least 😊😂

[@Oldschoolrules123]

I have been waiting for that upgrade on this channel since he got the parts. 😂😂😂😂😂

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Professional procrastinator. 😂

[@pathunter7003]

I had always heard the “hemi tick” was a valvetrain/cam problem, not an exhaust manifold issue

[@Oldschoolrules123]

@@pathunter7003 REALLY? An exhaust manifold bolt broke on my right side over 5 years ago. It cost me 500 at a Dodge dealer to get it fixed. 2 years later a left side bolt broke and I still haven't fixed it and it still has a tick for about 30 seconds or so and disappears.

[@pathunter7003]

@@Oldschoolrules123 yes the cracked manifold can quiet down once it gets warm and expands. But the hemi tick was known as a pretty constant ticking noise due to poor oil circulation/pressure in the valvetrain, the cam lobe could even get a flat spot worn on it. I’ve never owned a hemi myself, and that issue was part of the decision not to buy one

[@timleuliette899]

I've had that same issue with the black chrome on my 2020 Limited grill. Kind of annoying to see on a nice truck and I really can't see a way to fix it easily.

[@wolvesnight]

My Ram 2021 sees Royal Purple HMX 5 20w oil. Ever 5 k and a bottle of Lucas fuel treatment on every fill. Honestly i cant hear it running when sitting idel at a light or sign... 56k now its been a great truck... no Hurricane for me. HEMI !!!!

[@RK-hp2hr]

Very thorough and helpful video. Thank you.

[@MrJustinWheeler]

No problem. Thanks for watching!

[@rpittman4778]

It’s surprising you haven’t changed the front differential yet. They are known to wear the stub axles and cause a rattling in the CV Shafts. It will be surprising when you change the CV Axle if it’s not seized in to the stub axle. Gives me faith in my 2019 that only has 70 000 kms. Which is 43 000 miles.

[@ramrider1453]

Wasn’t that an issue with the older models. Like early 2000’s?

[@rpittman4778]

@ No. It’s been an ongoing issue since the 4th Gen, 2009 and up. And it’s still an issue on the 5th Gen.

[@smokehouse4444]

I have a 2020 Ram 1500 BigHorn 4X4 Quad Cab. I bought it with 14K miles on it, and I now have 110000K. Only trouble I have ever had was an odd rattling in the front left wheel well area, that seems to have vanished. I've been debating very hard if I should trade it in while it still has good value, to maybe move up to a Laramie or Limited, or just keep this one with a few more upgrades until it goes to pasture. Quandary.

[@ChrisJones-rl5ow]

Very first hemi I’ve seen without the hemi tick

[@jamestopeka2236]

That's power talking lol

[@ramrider1453]

ChrisJones-rl5ow- Yet I don’t know one person in my whole life time that has the so called Hemi tick. I’m 58 and yet to hear one and I know a lot a lot of people with Hemi’s and some high mileage. Thus why I jumped in Ram also in 2019. So ya…it’s over hyped but does happen. Probably shitty maintenance on with most people.

[@ChrisJones-rl5ow]

@ that’s crazy can’t believe u haven’t heard it, 90% of trucks I work on are the rams n no joke 7 out of 10 have the tick, and I prolly see around 5-7 of em per day. I do agree it’s more than likely lack of maintenance. Don’t get me wrong I love the look inside n out of the new rams, I’m a chev guy big time, have had 14 Silverados over the last 20 yrs. I wanna jump into a ram jus that damn lifter issue keeps me away, although I heard great things when u swap to a hellcat oil pump. I also change my oil every 5000kms. So I may not have n issue with the hemi tick, but I’m seriously thinking about getting one lol

[@ramrider1453]

@ Ok let me expand. I haven’t seen or heard of all the people I know that have Hemi’s that had to replace the lifters or cams at all. No one. I know about 33 people with them over 15 years. Now a cracked manifold tick ya. Or exhaust coupler bolt break and a tic. But the Hemi’s do have that certain valve train noise or slight clacking sound. Yes they have that noticeable sound. Just the way there designed. You can blind fold me and I can always hear and tell if a Hemi is running over other engines. Very distinct to me. Now because of the people and contractors I know had good luck with there Rams is why I jumped ship and purchased one in 2019. Been a great truck but I only have 90,000 Kilometers now. Still a baby 😃

[@bradeanthony]

I enjoy cleaning my truck & man that truck deserves a wash.

[@ramrider1453]

😂😂👏👏👏. Two great minds think alike. I do a spa day on my Ram once a month…. Well more like once a week. Hehehehe..😊

[@robertmayer2071]

2006 ram 2500 5.7 hemi gas 388,633 miles 11/21/24 still rolling

[@Ason426]

I have a 2020 big horn with 75,000km. Issues ive had so far are: alternator, rear sliding window replaced for water leak, both front shocks, sway bar end links, tailgate hinge, hood had rust under the paint. Everything replaced by dealer except the struts, although i had to fight to have most of the issues covered by them. Despite having the sway bar links replaced i still get clunking over uneven roads. The links keep loosening and i have to get under the truck and tighten them. My guess is the loose end links have caused the sway bar holes to oval which caused the links to move around no matter how much i tighten them. So ill probably have to replace the sway bar. I have a lot of those rock chips mentioned on my truck as well but that just happens. Overall i like the truck. No issues with engine or transmission. Biggest issue right now is the clunking from the sway bar.

[@Badrhandhali]

Loved your T-shirt

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Thank you! My wife thinks I love tomato juice.

[@Zbruhhhh]

2019 Big Horn 1500 60k miles w/ slight lift to fit 35s since new and factory LEDs. Exhaust manifolds replaced at 40k, rear window crack (wasn't leaking) replaced 2021, and same steering wheel wear which isn't dirt. I've had the actual Hemi tick for about 15 seconds every start since new, even had them put in new lifters at 8k miles. Still does it no matter what oil I use (Redline, Penzoil, 5w-20, 5w30). It's annoying but hopefully isn't cause to much wear to the cam. Always parked outside. Other than that she's been great and I do my own maintenance. Diff and trans fluid at 50k and oil changes every 5k. Been following this series since the first video, appreacite it!

[@MrJustinWheeler]

Might be a dumb question, but are you sure the tick isn’t just cracked manifolds?

[@billytothe6thpower]

Should of went with toyota

[@Zbruhhhh]

@@MrJustinWheeler Positive. Different sounds and I immediately noticed when the manifolds were cracked. Lifter tick goes away after sustained oil pressure is built about 15-20 seconds after startup.

[@Zbruhhhh]

@@billytothe6thpower Yeah beacuse the new turbo v6s are doing great...

[@billytothe6thpower]

@@Zbruhhhh 😄😄😄 sure are cause they don't make a turbo 6.

[@jaymoar3561]

250k miles is really impressive for a Ram.

[@Dankehum]

Because for a RAM to reach such milage is unheard of , lmao. My 2017 silverado 1500 got 240,000 plus miles

[@jamestopeka2236]

It's more common than you think .

[@jamestopeka2236]

​@@Dankehum It's more comom than you think .

[@raymccreary7120]

Have you serviced your transmission? If so at what intervals? I think your Ram looks great. Thank you for taking time to help your fellow Ram owners.

[@OddBallMotoring]

When it comes to the windshield, there is a cluster of writing in one of the bottom corners. There should be a DOT number, and if that number is 1038, then it was made in the same factory as the OEM.

[@tylerwilliams3868]

the big problem with the 4th gen hemi is when they got the "tick" noise it was mainly the manifold leak cause by broken bolts! PITA to fix. but somewhere in the 5th gens theyve added braces to the manifold to cause the manifold to crack. yes more expensive to replace/fix but way easier to repair (labor wise).

[@mtjag3138]

Very interested in the result of your transmission fluid analysis. My 2019 has 68,000 on it and I'm thinking of changing the fluid, but wanted to see what you came up with.Also, I've heard if you change the trans fluid you are not suppose to pump the fluid out of the torque converter. You ever heard this? Doesn't make sense to me.

[@KingVinnytha3]

260k on my 08 5.7 still running strong!

[@kyakenner196]

this guy gives me vice grip garage vibes

[@jamestopeka2236]

That's who I thought he was at first

[@JSLEnterprises]

I bet if you got those firmware updates the default dsp tuning of your HK soundsystem would be better.

[@TruckCentral]

You’re probably right

[@freshboy2339]

Sunroof + back glass open = perfection

[@anonymouse7074]

Eager to shop for one of these next spring. What are years that should be avoided? Any issues in 2021 model because of supply chain issues, or only on Fords?

[@ramrider1453]

2019 n 2020 seem to be really really good. I only heard of some small issue with newer and yes because of supply issue. My 2019 has been fantastic till this day.

[@anonymouse7074]

@@ramrider1453 Yeah, I'm leaning towards 2019 even though it's the first year of new gen.

[@Elicris1999]

I have a 21' Limited with 45K and the only issue was the rear window leak which was replaced under warranty. Everything else is original and working like it should. I got it in late 2020 and the supply issues had not hit. There were supply issues to where Laramie models were not able to add tech package and blind spot monitoring, however it was still available on the Limited, Longhorn, & TRX. I googled Ram supply issues for that info.

[@dustinackley5231]

My 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee had the same fuel setup and would trip if you set the fuel to high. I found if you put the nozzle in but left it a little out, it wouldn't trip. Just kind of put it in half way. Something to do with the "pressure", would cause it to trip the pump.

[@Froto1976]

I have a 21 laramie and the air sucked when i got it. The only thing i did was took the cabin air filter out and replaced it with a thinner if you will, air filter. Fixed!!

[@ricklamb1325]

I have a 2019 like yours. Bought new. Currently 188k miles on it. No problems so far. All recommended maintenance has been done. My question is regarding the “lifetime” transmission fluid. What’s the story on that? I’ve heard all kinds of things. Still running original fluid

[@marmay6874]

as far as I know,ZF factory in Germany recommended fluid change at 80 -100 kms ,some of the ram owners,ask the germans directly at the factory office

[@hotburner4859]

Love the shirt🤘🏽🤘🏽

[@jasonswift7098]

That is 1548kms a week on average for the last 5 years! that is stupid crazy high milage! the owner never got out of the car?

[@johnstranc3270]

What oil and filter have you used? what interval do you change at?

[@polie67]

Going to look at a 2019 ram 1500 w/184k Saturday!

[@TruckCentral]

Hope the deal works out… race ya to a million miles

[@ericwillingham2066]

Goes to show typically you take care of it still be nice truck even with higher miles

[@ramrider1453]

That is pretty well the secret. Just that most people don’t now a days. Believe me. Yet the first to bitch about there truck or car and say….. this is junk. Well ya douche bag, of course. Don’t take care of it with regular maintence it will turn to junk. 😅

[@ThomasRevsbeck-hg7dc]

Very good Bumper to Bumper ….. thank you very much 👍😊

[@qwzerty_1023]

i have a 4th gen sport so i have leather seats and i can confirm the same thing about the seat ripping on that left side

[@mattt198654321]

Unfortunately I don't have time to watch the full video, how did it get so many miles on it?

[@ramrider1453]

Justin works with his truck for a living I believe. Always on the road

[@ramrider1453]

Also, his extra miles are from towing GMs and Fords…😂😂. Saving the day for those poor owners

[@rociomorales94]

Nice review sir best one on YT

[@jax3032]

I have a 250k mile dodge ram also! It's from 2005 though, YIKES!

[@jamesj5130]

I got a 2017 RAM 1500 with 120k miles on it no issues at all, oil changes every 5k miles, 2 sets of tires just put the new set on, brakes, and that's pretty much it I did fix the exhaust but have been told its not really necessary and that there's people running around with warped manifolds with almost 300k miles on their truck. I've heard the NEVER EVER AGIAN stories all the cussing about bad luck and a bad vehicle but come to find out most of the time its people neglecting their car and then screaming POS on the way to the repair shop.

[@dailygrinders89]

2019 Ram 1500 Laramie 4x4 never been off road or abused it in anyway. I have the broken exhaust manifolds on both sides, outer tie rods went bad @ 50k miles as well as rear window leak. Currently at 74k miles and now my rear end went out while cruising at 70mph on interstate smh 🤦 i have the 3.21 rear end and tried to upgrade but you have to change transfer case as well as reprogram. Just got aftermarket gear set from Yukon installed now gotta change out my front windshield because it just cracked man oh man this is the most problems any vehicle I have ever owned has given me.