What is the best truck for hotshot

[@KonaSatori]

"when do you ever see a chevy work truck" *Chevy Flat bed in the background*

[@Bu2Spike]

I saw it sitting not working

[@ramblin_man23]

Broke down probably

[@stevethomas5209]

Oh! It was there I saw it. Lol... how could miss it. Its a Chevy. Lol

[@jasongrinnell1986]

@@Bu2Spike uhm neither of his 3 trucks were working.

[@Bu2Spike]

@@jasongrinnell1986 hey Jack have you ever seen that chevy in any of his videos? Have you ever seen that chevy pulling one of his trailers? No so shut the F up

[@rayramos7048]

The best truck out there is the one that makes you money😉

[@imadighmour3453]

100% agree

[@monica1102r]

Facts

[@MiguelRodriguez-dr2jo]

Actually should have decent power and be safe to tow/haul 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@Gorealaracer38]

And the 15-16 6.7L powerstroke,HE MISSED on that 1,Ford got it right those years,thats y i bought 1 and im a life long GM driver/racer.😂😤.#danecalloway

[@wyattyork7261]

I’ve had 3 fords 3 6.7 love them 14,17,19 No issues at all My buddy has had 2 2020 dodges 3500 30k miles cp4 trashed 3 times new truck same deal.

[@MsGarymeyer]

Your right on with your assessment, I had a 2008 F250 with the 6.4. Lost the number 8 piston and rod at 21K. It was not covered on warranty. I also had 2011 Chevy 3500 gas. This motor had a misfire and would go into limp mode. Neither the dealer or my mechanic could resolve the issue. Now I have 2018 Ram 3500 with Cummins and Aisin transmission. It is easy to service and has been the most reliable.

[@markstevens1729]

Most solid video you’ve done. Realistic, no fan boy shit. Do the best thing for the health of the business. No other metric need apply. It’s a machine.

[@mikecanaday5731]

I have all Rams a 2015,2016 two 2017 two 2018 and a 2020. All are dually with the Asian transmission. The newer the more power and better braking the have. They all have been good other than a few minor issues except the 2020 When we brought it home from the dealer two days later at 140 miles it would not start because of a bad battery. Cummins engine’s are the way to go and the Trucks we run are loaded limited and big horn models. They have been less trouble than you would think.

[@danat8032]

We had 2016 3500 long horn was hauling trailer with 4 cars. Sold it with half a milly miles. What a beast and a pleasure to drive.

[@Michael-zr9mh]

Alright Alex, You are learning. I had a small mobile repair business so I work on all of these trucks. A truck that is easy to fix stays fixed. both Ford and Chevy/GMC are really hard to work on so it takes longer to fix which means more down time. I have been watching your videos for about a year and a half and was surprised that you didn't know much about trucks (SRW vs DRW and stuff like that), but you have come a long way. I would recommend getting a small diagnostic tool like a launch so you can read and clear your check engine lights. You would be amazed how many codes get cleared and don't come back. Of course repair places never say I cleared that code and it didn't come back so it is good to go.

[@johnschubert4665]

You are absolutely right. I own a 2011 RAM with the R68 transmission. After doing Hot Shot for 40,000 miles the trans went out in a small town. The shop rebuilt the trans better than before with a triple plate torque converter and modified fluid plate. The cost $8,900 for the trans work, PLUS I lost over $10k for being out of work. I'm still going to keep the 2011 RAM... BUT I decided I needed a real truck so I chose a 2018 RAM Laramie "High Output" with the ASIN transmission and dual rear wheels. I had to put new Michelins AT 2's on the rears along with "Cat Eye" tire pressure guague. The only other thing I need to change is the rear from 3.73 to 4.11 to put the engine in the torque curve. What a TRUCK - the difference between the 2011 and the (new to me) 2017 is like day and night. Just waiting on the DMV for new tags - and WAITING and........ Two trucks? Here are some points: 1. Well if one RAM has a break down I can self rescue and bring the dead one to my local mechanic and put the other one into service. 2. My 2011 RAM was not California legal so I didn't take any loads there and I couldn't pickup there as well. The 2017 has all the emissions stuff in tact so I can haul to and from CA. 3. I could put my daughter who is 32 to work driving the second one. She could make a lot more money than she is doing now. 4. I can just have a personal truck without having to unhook the trailer every time I need to go somewhere. 5. Insurance is dirt CHEAP on the truck used for personal purposes. We are talking $745 per year "personal use" on the 2017 3500 Laramie RAM. When I put the 2017 into service I will put it on the commercial policy and move the 2011 RAM to the personal policy. Alex - Great review John Schubert 406 Hot Shot Missoula, Montana

[@joebrings5817]

Damn that’s pricy. My 2020 f350 w 10 trans only costs 7k new and installed

[@danielflanagan4407]

So your ram broke and you buy another ram? Lol dodge sucks

[@johnschubert4665]

@@danielflanagan4407 Ha Ha, your funny!

[@derakbell8143]

John, I need to know everything about hot shooting and I want to get started. Im stationed in VA and would like to start doing this.

[@squatchwatch5237]

@@danielflanagan4407 his new one has the aisin, those are pretty solid

[@chasefeller1279]

If you ever watch PD Diesel, he has an entire fleet of ram 3500s with the HO cummins and aisin transmission and he puts 400k-500k miles on all of them.

[@Spahi77]

The ho with Alison is the way to ho

[@ze_german2921]

Fords make 20% more power. I traded in my Ram for a 2020 f350. It’s a beast. Cummins are slow in comparison

[@zanderburchfield5832]

@@ze_german2921 well the ram 3500 has more torque than the f350

[@nbankxworld8614]

@@zanderburchfield5832 They just caught up in torque but still less power. The Cummins is awesome but the truck it’s attached to is garbage 🗑

[@zanderburchfield5832]

@@nbankxworld8614 really considering 90% of people who actually use their truck take the ram any and everyday

[@coaltarp]

Talking smack about GM with one in the Background...Love It!!

[@jamesrichardson559]

You can always see a GM pickup on the highway. Only one front driving light working. Terrible wiring, transmissions, rust, cheap plastic interior and especially the DEF tank below the passenger door.

[@riverbig4279]

$160, 000 mi on my newest ram 3500 dually (2019) bought it March 2020 and I've done nothing but service the truck I have not even replaced the brake pads yet. YES I said I have not replaced the brake pads yet and I tow every day. Oil changes fuel filters and of course the 100,000 mi service from front to back. Love this truck !

[@TheMontoya09]

Using that exhaust brake a lot eh?

[@riverbig4279]

@@TheMontoya09 use it everyday and love it

[@mikestrucks]

Cummins 🥇🏆 You can’t beat a 6 cylinder inline diesel ! Easy to work on and you get parts where ever you are in the world... the only difference for my taste would be a 6 speed manual.

[@HumbleHotshot]

THIS !

[@truthseeker3512]

What the hell is a Zylinder? Must be something special.

[@mikestrucks]

@@truthseeker3512 hahaha my bad I’m German...🤷🏻‍♂️

[@ADrake-rb3dr]

What's the best years to look for for six-cylinder inline Cummins

[@Rangerdnger]

I have a 2013 Ram Cummins with the Aisin, and I absolutely love the truck. Like Alex said no truck is perfect but the Cummins with the Aisin is a very very reliable drivetrain especially for towing they pull like a semi

[@boduke9428]

Yeah they do! Which is very slowly... lol

[@Rangerdnger]

@@boduke9428 it’s a tractor engine not supposed to be fast lol

[@Ak47777-l]

@@boduke9428 Slow and steady wins the race you turd 🤓🤣

[@skliros9235]

"I just spent $10k fixing my ram." "Buy a ram!" 🤔

[@giligan6534]

My thoughts exactly. LOL

[@realredditstories420]

It’s related to the stretched truck

[@americantrucknation4891]

@@realredditstories420 no he said it was mechanical too

[@Michael-zr9mh]

that's because someone didn't take care of it and modified it on the cheap. Never ever use a modified truck to hotshot. Just the bigger tires will cost you money in fuel.

[@georgeenriquez612]

I thought the same thing too.....🤦🏼‍♂️

[@timothyjohns8630]

Diesel tech here. Diesels we’re originally less complicated as they were the first internal combustion engines conceived. But now every diesel has a turbocharger, stupid DPF, & SCR systems for exhaust. Definitely made it more complicated than it needs to be.

[@leviellis9034]

He's full of shit on the power thing as well gas is fine less mpg but it's going to pull just fine at the speed limit

[@leviellis9034]

He might actually be retarded on the gm thing to lol

[@pollodustino]

I was a Dodge tech for ten years, and hearing you say "BUY RAM" makes me smile. Happy miles, amigo.

[@ismaelrivera2910]

Cual años recomiendas que tienen menos problemas?

[@Abandonsoyciety]

Well you have to keep customers somehow

[@mikekoksmal5053]

2015 silverado 3500 dually with 434k only problems ive had were the def lifer pump twice..other then that shes been good & is doing good

[@jc41457]

I have a 2020 2500HD diesel / allison 10 speed transmission. It is the best truck I have ever owned. I went to virginia beach and back from the midwest thru the mountains with 7 degree grades. That exhaust brake is the best button on the whole truck. I did not use my brakes except minimally. The computer control system is very intuitive on this truck. If you find yourself in top gear with the exhaust brake and it is speeding up because of the 7 degree grade then lightly pump the brake. It will downshift. If you are still not ok with the speed, pump the brake peddle again. I did this all the time to get it to downshift to the right engine speed. 2500rpm seemed to be just what it needed most of the time but I saw 3500 rpm once and it was making a lot of noise but it was slowing down without any pedal. So yea, anyone who tells me that the 2020 chevy hd system is crap has never driven one up and down the mountains like I have....Oh and I was 23,000 lbs combined weight, non cdl hotshot.

[@TheMontoya09]

@@jc41457 GM’s exhaust brakes is the best by far I can pull 10,000 through the million dollar highway and not touch my brakes once in those mountains. Passing by the 70,000 $ fords and dodges with burnt out brakes lol

[@jc41457]

@@TheMontoya09 Just traded for 2021 3500hd dually diesel chassis cab. 40k lb combined weoght rating. With cruise set to 55mph or so the Americam mountain ranges are a piece of cake and no brake pedal except for curves and 5raffic. I had 97% and 96% brake life remaining at 26k miles when I traded the 2500hd diesel.

[@markreynolds9570]

I'm a RAM guy, but you're going to get some shit for this. Good video Thanks

[@stangaddiction8885]

Hey Alex Thanks for the push! Got my LLC going and everything! Thanks for the motivation!

[@muhammedyasinkalender6576]

Let me know if you need a dispatcher. How much are you making weekly?

[@hollywoodddagent7111]

Same did mine 2day....

[@Theeharrisfam]

Do you have to get your LLC first in order to rent the trucks from enterprise?

[@TheAlfo2000]

Enterprise charge about $2,000 per month for 1 ton truck (3,000 miles included) everything over is 0.25 cents per mile. If you drive 10,000 miles per month, your monthly bill would be around $2,000 + $1,750 = $3,750 Plus diesel($3,000+) insurance($1,500), dispatch service (10%) food, hotel cost. Question: how much you need to gross to make some $ ???

[@fubub3595]

They said u can make up to 5k a week , so i guess u will be just fine if u make that money . Plus renting a trailer .

[@red488truckneb]

Before diesel semi's they were gas powered. Geared low and high torque engines. Once diesel engines were introduced (originally designed to run on peanut oil) they took over.

[@stevestock9014]

I just talked to Faye, she said currently 5 to 6 months minimum wait for a truck. She said to call back in two or three months and see if they were in a better supply of rental trucks. Posted this here so you can let your viewers know also

[@wanziicat]

You can rent enterprise trucks anywhere too. Not just in Indiana. Call your local enterprise truck rental and ask.

[@stevestock9014]

@@wanziicat Not RV TRANSPORT TRUCKS, those are only available from Indiana.

[@briansensenig4222]

I bought a 2020 Chevy 3500 diesel and I just put on 42,000 miles over winter and it did not give me much trouble at all I only had to replace a diesel exhaust fluid sensor twice but other than that it runs fine

[@sashaswift5045]

How’s it running now? Have you been doing hotshot with it?

[@briansensenig4222]

@@sashaswift5045 I actually sold it this spring I had a lemon. I had to replace the injectors twice in two weeks this spring with only 70,000 miles on and the Chevy dealer said the engine was bad so it was just one of those bad deals. But I sold it for the same price I bought it for brand new so I didn’t lose any money on it

[@Abandonsoyciety]

@@briansensenig4222 sounds about right for a GM.

[@breadsitter]

2years later .. it exploded

[@chadwoody1583]

I'm running a 2016 ram hotshot 571,000 love the reliability!!!

[@travis9438]

gas semi trucks were common in the fifties sixties

[@Xpbeast97]

Yeah cuz the diesels of that time were trash

[@travis9438]

@@Xpbeast97 should respect your history. more over the reasons gas engines were more common had nothing to do withe the quality of the engines. it had everything to do with the cost of fuel. when you could buy fuel for around 25 cents per gallon you were considering things in a whole different light.

[@Xpbeast97]

They were more common yes but the reliability still wasn’t there at the time my grandpa drove truck and his diesel blew up on him and the only thing they could afford was a gas motor, not to mention the fact that diesels of that time did not like the cold so when you were in the truck you had to keep the revs high just to keep the engine warm. Both diesel and gas have come a long way since that time

[@zart3374]

@@Xpbeast97 diesel still not good with the cold but we got heaters and fancy tech to keep it goin.

[@Modad1jimr]

Gas sure moved this country around probably when your Grandpa was truck I've got a 22 GMC 2500HD it 6.6 gas 14000 up to around 30K all time in the mountains does fine I miss the Jake from the diesel but you can keep burning your piss with your diesel if you want I've had no problems at all gas always cheaper always around to you got RV pumps all major truck stops I run 8 percent cheaper end of the month with gas in my case

[@tjfloyd6657]

I’d like to see a video about what TMS should be used and how to run your business and keep it going

[@jacerowland5534]

‘If you can’t dazzle them with brilliance, baffle them with bullshit’

[@monteowens9459]

Blow past Rams and Fords all day , every day, and I haul 18k. If you say a Chevy can’t do the same as the other 2, you have lost your marbles.

[@tomcat5986]

truth hurts some of these weak minded individuals you know

[@kutthroatbob8983]

I've never seen anyone with a chevy work truck I barely see chevys period it's always ford or ram😂

[@zanderburchfield5832]

Only 18k hotshot your towing 40k lbs oh and the cummins is 100x more reliable

[@adamarrington9909]

A Chevy can’t do the same as the other two

[@truckingandstunting8538]

You're blow past them hauling 18k while they are hauling 30k lol

[@TheUnsureFox]

I'll have to agree with you. While I'm a Ford guy, I can't argue with the Cummins W/O the problematic fuel pump and having an Aisin transmission. Plus, exhaust brake. The Cummins has a much better exhaust brake than either of the V8 configurations. If they could just figure out the perfect tuning for the Cummins as far as fuel mileage is concerned, I really think that they would distance themselves even further from the competition to the point to where complete engine redesign would become a better prospect than simply retuning. Honestly, if Ford came out with a straight 6 (which would likely increase its engine braking), that would be the one I'd go for. Good video, sir!

[@bucs1015]

The Cummins is not better than the Powerstroke when it comes to pulling. It’s not better than the Powerstroke work wise. Fords last longer in the commercial world of Dodge and Chevy. Enough with the lies you believe.

[@anthonysadventure7830]

Good to see you have the correct opinion on gm products

[@jamesvuxta8723]

I really appreciate your advice this is an excellent video

[@Duzi4lyf]

I love this dude very humble

[@blizzardbeast997]

Anyone notice the Chevy dually in the background 😂😂😂

[@mariaadelaide7849]

I did lol

[@lionpoop9246]

I did notice that shit box

[@bumsmodified98xj]

You ain't gonna catch me "Found On Road Dead" with that infamous blue oval! I love my 2018 Ram equipped with a motor that Ran this industry for many decades

[@dixiemae5042]

One with tires and a motor 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@andrewavvenire116]

2020 ford. First year on a new generation 6.7. first year if a brand new transmission. Never buy the first 2 years. I'm impressed they are doing as good as they are.

[@Antonyg2100]

totally agree with that. Very rarely does any manufacture get it right the first time. They always have reideraetions after first or second year

[@EduardoGarcia-yr5dx]

I went from a 2017 ram 3500 to a 2021 gmc 3500 50000 so far I’m really impressed doing a lot better than my ram my opinion

[@MidwestMechanics]

It actually is very important to pick the right truck. Much more important than software.

[@2020HotShotTruckingLLC]

For non-CDL: 7.3 Powerstroke! I was looking at a 2018 Tradesman flatbed...loved the setup but couldn't justify the expense. And my 1999 F350 rides so much better.

[@AlbertoGonzalez-tc2ju]

Exactly

[@adamarrington9909]

Probably getting 7 mpg 😂

[@2020HotShotTruckingLLC]

@@adamarrington9909 10 MPG loaded. Doesn't drop to 7 MPG unless I'm hauling a high cube shipping container or 10 ft. diameter tank. 11 MPG towing empty trailer (6600 lbs.) @ 75 MPH.

[@JohnTheFloridaFlipper]

i bulletproofed my 6.0 powerstroke f550 lariat and its got 787k miles on it only things ive replaced was ac compressor and drive shaft its got an auto trans in it and ive been hotshoting for 10 years with it towing anywhere between 10k - 21k tractors and skid steers 6.0s are great once bulletproofed which is 5k

[@giligan6534]

I ges I’ll be hangin on to my 2019 f250 lariat. Love the truck

[@borgettistriker916]

I got a 2019 6.7 at 155k mileage , it’s still reliable and paying the bills

[@flat4314]

I have a lawn care buisness with 7 trucks. I prefer older trucks that I can get parts at a junkyard. The main reason is I'm never waiting for parts and they are dirt cheap. I just got a year axle yesterday for my 400,000 mile chevy it was $80 and it only had 110,000 miles so it should outlast the truck. My oldest truck is 1999 and newest is 2008.

[@IIsWolfee]

4:50 "GM sucks!" *pans over to a Chevy in the background* 😂

[@ronmeyer7611]

Idk my chevy diesel has 400k on the clock and now I'm looking for a new truck. Original engine and trans never been rebuilt. I have had many fords with major mechanical not able to make it to 150k.

[@ronmeyer7611]

yes, i hauled my 14k trailer from calif to colorado up and down mountain hills and back. i would have been afraid to take my f550 cause it wouldnt have made it. ps, my f550 motor seized at 160k. my chevy has over 400k and is my daily driver work truck. i drive 200 miles a day typically.

[@bikabill403]

Dear to me is the anti-slip diff. Ford gave that up row eLSD and optional eLocker. Neither perform anywhere as near as well to the Ram anti-spin when backing a trailer in mud or on wet grass. Ram for me.

[@VBELTandSON]

I agree with everything you’re saying ol son

[@giligan6534]

Not surprised, coming from a ram fan boy

[@DominicPaz]

I love it when someone on the Internet doesn't bother pussy footing around and just lays it out there and shits all over something even though they know people (who like that something) are going to get all up in their feelings about it. Just say it how it is. Refreshing for a change.

[@shaneolsen9394]

@@giligan6534 ram fan boy or not v-belt hauls heavy nearly everyday gotta say he might know what hes talking about

[@mchuo7834]

With Ram, the drivetrain will never fail (as long as you get aisin), it’s everything else that fails around the truck. But still better than a Ford or GM. Cummins knows how to build durable engines, inline 6 is easiest to service and pulls like a semi truck.

[@Abandonsoyciety]

Yeah I don't want to replace my transmission every 40k miles thank you I'll take a Powerstroke.

[@ADrake-rb3dr]

So you're saying anything with the Asian transmission is better off with your Towing over 20,000 lbs

[@ADrake-rb3dr]

Looking to buy a used truck what's the towing capacity of 30,000 lb what do you recommend

[@janitziobanuelos3567]

It’s not only that you put in your work you offer and your sacrifice in this type of job it’s also you are putting your investment on it

[@eddiedivincenzo1329]

Hey Alex, putting the brand A vs brand B aside for a moment my question revolves around pick up vs chassis cab. I realize the big three de-tune their CC engines for longevity compared to the pickup versions of the same trucks, but does real-world highway towing suffer as a result? Thanks

[@Mr.Beastforpresident]

Alex you’re absolutely FACTUALLY right! Now that you know your shit the hardest part is listening to all the fools who think they know better. 😂

[@nipponsuxs]

Theres a reason why nearly all new semi are inline 6 engines , fuel efficient less moving parts means less things to break

[@AllThingsRamdom]

I haul with a 06 gmc C5500 6.6 duramax. It has over 330,000 miles on it. They have reliable engines and transmissions. The engine break is fantastic. Fuel mileage is comparable to Ford. Chevy is a good truck to use.

[@robfigulski1139]

I know 6.0 Powerstrokes are really not meant for hotshotting. But...If you get the truck "Dealerproofed" in Atlanta or "Bulletproofed" in AZ the 6.0 is probably the best diesel truck made. They put lifetime warranties on those trucks and the guy in Atlanta won't even touch any other truck.

[@keithqueen3554]

I worked and retired from state dot and that 6.0 was the whole reason the state went back to using gas engines in the crew cabs.🤗 You shouldn't have to remove a while cab to get easy access.

[@nikolaysenina5109]

F550 6.0 480k hotshot pulls 49.5k no problem never left me on the side of the road

[@Ak47777-l]

@@nikolaysenina5109 Best joke I've heard all year thank you for that 🙏

[@w.j.5973]

@@Ak47777-l 😂😂😂

[@erikchmura5969]

Lmao I almost lost my business when I started with a "Bulletproof 6.0". Motor blew 3 times and a veteran Ford tech could not figure out what was wrong with it. We junked it. Thank Goodness for a Mazda B3000 that would not stop kicking or we would be finished with all the grief that truck caused me. Ford doesn't even honor the recalls for that one and there was a class action lawsuit for that particular motor.

[@AllThingsRamdom]

I know a couple of people who have a Dodge ram 3500 with a 6.7 Cummins diesel. One had a 2020 and the engine blew at only 30000 miles. The Other had a 2018 the engine blew at round 60000 miles. The 2020 Had a fuel injector stick open and blew a hole through the piston.

[@jusburninitdownlogistics6884]

I've been extremely disappointed with the 2019 Ram 3500 dually

[@jusburninitdownlogistics6884]

@Rob Phillips at 29,000 had def system problems at 48,000 both front calipers locked up then again at 60,000 had to replace ball joints front hubs rear wheel bearings and no matter what has gone wrong dodge has always refused to honor the warranty! Just had too replace the rear leaf springs and a rear abs speed sensor and the most weight we haul with it is 10,000 lbs. There was also a recall for Calipers but according to Dodge we got one of the few 2019's that got the good Calipers not the recall calipers but they've locked up twice! So I wouldn't buy another Dodge or have one even if it was free

[@joeycasey5359]

I've had electrical or software issues with my 2020 Ram 3500 dually... but they say nothing is wrong with it

[@jusburninitdownlogistics6884]

@@joeycasey5359 that's their standard answer either they can't find a problem or said problem isn't covered under warranty

[@compunomad1399]

@@jusburninitdownlogistics6884 I'm not surprised. I've basically written Dodge off since they got rid of the 5.9. That was the stupidest thing they could do. Plus, Daimler Chrysler kinda ticked me off back in 2008 with all their shenanigans with the federal government and I've never really trusted them since. Government Motors is right there with them. I'm not a huge Ford fan but at least they got their game together. And I own a Chevy right now... sigh.

[@jusburninitdownlogistics6884]

@@compunomad1399 i know what you mean. Ford got rid of the 7.3 and that was the best diesel engine they ever had

[@vid1fl]

Just researching Hotshot trucking and found your channel. I laughed as you were stating not to get a Chevy truck and the ad that came up was from Chevy lol. I had test drove the dodge and the ford back in 17 and ended up with the F250. It has the 6speed and it’s a supercab long bed srw 10k GVWR. I do like the rams and if I had to eventually buy a couple trucks to increase the fleet size I’d have 15-18 rams for sure. I still love my 6.7 Powerstroke though.

[@alexmaclean1]

If you're not regularly towing max weight, is there any benefit to a dually vs the presumably reduced maintenance of a SRW?

[@freddyraymendiola2988]

Let's get into it about tms! All the boring stuff is what I'm searching for rn. Thanks for all the content btw.

[@BTUTrucks]

There’s a red and white Chevy behind you getting more screen time than your Dodges/Ford... :-D

[@jamesrichardson559]

I can't believe people buy GM's

[@americantrucknation4891]

me either, They have more build quality than the RAM but cant actually do anything

[@believeme5903]

Alex, you are all over the place, very frustrating listening to constantly correcting yourself with a smile and laughter, that we have to listen to all this.

[@robgoffroad]

I'm wondering about the upcoming AISIN replacement I've been hearing about. Supposedly ZF has a new 8-sp automatic that will be going behind the Cummins. OR.. maybe that'll replace the POS 68RFE and the AISIN will stick around. Dunno. Honestly though I wish they'd just do ONE version of the Cummins and one transmission.

[@jesusking3001]

I like My GMC 3500 Dually I have not Owned a Dodge but had a 2014 Ford F450 with a lot of issues before it blew up the Engine at 120K miles

[@Jesse-pe8uc]

I love my GMC hot shot......engine break could be better but I love how smooth it is and how it pulls I've driven ford ram and I go for the gmc or chevy I love it

[@Jesse-pe8uc]

Wish I could post a picture

[@engineeringoyster6243]

Yes there were large, heavy duty trucks with spark ignition, gasoline engines. During WWII, almost all large military trucks were gasoline fueled. Part of the reason was that in that vintage, fuel injections were not well developed. The large Diesel engines, like used in submarines, used compressed air to atomize the fuel during injection. That is impractical for a light duty trucks. The primary advantage of a compression injection engine is that the engine can be designed for higher compression ratio which yields better specific fuel consumption. Thus, the Diesel engine provides better fuel mileage. Or better mpgs.

[@dillontaylor3460]

Now that Ram went back to the cp3 pump I'm guessing the 2021 Ram would be just as good right?

[@jearemmatos1967]

I have a GM for 6 years and I have the 2021 and they have never given me any problems at all. I have been loaded with 12k LB, it is the maximum that I can go in my loads, they are not dually, if they have both air suspension, the only thing that I have done is what normal filter oil change brake fluid nothing everything that should be done in a vehicle and more than work nothing else I had a ram I had a problem with the deasel pump with the cp2 radiator pipe I had a ford and in 2 months with 68k miles the transaction

[@yurishnirman3847]

I had to re-watch at 50% speed...

[@zemekoisbell4477]

😂

[@capnchip]

I am not a hotshoter, but, I really like the straight forward talk he does. AND, I believe him! I am, however a semi trucker!

[@boostedgsr8580]

Sorry alex but the 6.7 11-14 had issues 15-16 the 6.7 was damn near perfect except for ford cp4 issues that go into 2020

[@camaroz2823]

Maintenance saves you alot most companies suck at it even though it will cost you in the end blowed motors transmission etc

[@justinninke6405]

"The 3 best years of Ram, 15-18." Laughs in 5.9

[@zanderburchfield5832]

5.9 has less power and not anywhere as high as a towing capacity

[@adamarrington9909]

No

[@artgarde.gardelandscapingl5585]

I got a 6.0 diesel f350 2003 never had a problem I got everything done to make it great

[@meaglen87]

When you said GM sucks, the truck on the other side behind you was a chevy 😂

[@eljhony1549]

Notice how he dosent use it for hotshotting, cause it would break down and couldn't tow more than 20k pounds🤣🤣

[@ianprice4352]

Man I love this guys energy

[@maplestrucking5188]

Not saying you're completely wrong but it's kind of hard to knock on a GM product when you've never owned one You might want to try it out before you believe everything you hear. My 2019 Duramax dually has 115,000 mi has zero maintenance other than oil changes fuel filters and tires how much work have you done on the Rams and the Fords Tell me that.

[@johnbusby9281]

I have a 2017 L5P 3500 with 258000 mi and haul heavier loads than Alex. l had a exhaust manifold gasket blow out and that's it besides regular maintenance. And I do all maint.work myself. And yes I have a CDL

[@marcus3836]

2017 power stroke , 300k miles all stock , not a single prob ,just maintained, car hauler work horse

[@exotichotshot7221]

How many BANG’s did you drink before you recorded this video? 😏😂

[@southlandsolar865]

Better question: how big are dem pupils???? 👀

[@jadencresser]

“Do your own maintenance” alright dad

[@jadencresser]

LMFAOOO THE CHEVY

[@jadencresser]

If I have to come back after paying someone to fix my shit I’m sueing #morganandmorgan

[@michaelstarkweather4350]

Actually, 14-16 6.7PS are the most reliable, 11-13 were the trial and error years. 17+ before the 10speed was amazing though for sure

[@DominicPaz]

Why do you go with the stock 3500 bed instead of just getting a 4500 and buying a chassis cab and a hot shot bed from CM? Is there any benefit to the setup you have going here if you only really use it to haul trailers with anyway?

[@theoiv]

I said it long time ago that the 10speed was going to be the issue with the Ford. Anything past 7th (1:1) gear ratio under that towing weight is asking for trouble.

[@kevinmedina6531]

I have one with about 200k miles and i’ve had no problems, you really just have to keep with the maintenance.

[@theoiv]

@@kevinmedina6531 what kind of weight do you tow with your 10 speed on a daily basis? Im normally hauling 10 to 20k lbs (plus a 12K trailer) with the HO cummins/Aisin 6 speed combo. A GVW of about 30,000 to 38,000 lbs stop's the 10 speed from even looking for 7th gear and beyond, in fact tow/haul mode will automatically exclude any gear after 6th on the fords.

[@bucs1015]

Enough with your lies. 🤦‍♂️

[@theoiv]

@@bucs1015 show me the lie.

[@manuelguzmanjr6622]

I am not a hot shot but I purchased a 2022 2500 Cummins Bighorn just like the one from TFL truck silver but mine is blue. Towing a fifth wheel but may need to upgrade to 3500 to have more payload capacity. Only have 6700 miles so far so good. Good video!

[@Hibbie2963]

Hey Alex, what Transportation Management Software would you suggest?

[@bobpettit3301]

Agree. I hope he answers

[@troyzufelt8821]

I ran the towing service for a Chevy Dealer so I was forced to drive a 6.5 diesel we merged with some other dealers so I drove fords and Chevys for a while all I did was work on em. Then I bought a UD Rollback and never worried again.

[@OutpostCTD]

If you own the truck, Ram would be the way to go especially if you want to do your own maintenance.

[@djjamar]

I hot shot with a Ram 3500. Blew 2 engines still love the truck. I see a FORD here and there. And rarely Chevy

[@georgeenriquez612]

I just dropped 10 stacks on my RAM but everyone go buy RAM.....🤦🏼‍♂️

[@gonchalo95]

What made you change your mind? I just saw a video you posted on May 2020 about the 2020 Ford F350 and how you liked them better than the Ram even pteffered the 10 speed over the aisin.

[@TowPiglet]

As a rental it’s a great truck, but to buy and own it’s not, rams are better

[@gonchalo95]

@@TowPiglet 10-4

[@Mattcandy123]

Spends 10k on his ram and then proceeds to tell us there the best....lol

[@ejesuw.sseeqppwwwqf.gmarti1634]

Best comment

[@bigedmayra]

The Duke says, this guy is certainly entitled to his opinions. Much respect. I have been in the hot shot business since 1988. I drive a 2012 Ford F350 6.2 gas. It currently has 786,000 miles on it. I am on the second motor. Same transmission original. I don't tow a trailer with it. I have a 12 foot flatbed that I Hotshot with. They call me Flatbed Ed. I haven't had a truck payment in many years and the maintenance on this vehicle is very low and infrequent. The 6.2 is easy to work on. I make in a week with this gentleman spends on a monthly truck note. You do the math and decide for yourself. What did I teach you?

[@bryanmccullough2993]

1988 and you would save 10k a year on fuel..promise..what is not mentioned is buying dodge 3500's from people that do not use them for hauling much..pre_pandemic 5 year old dodge 3500 with 80k miles about $20k to buy, then drive off the next 500k miles..i have 4 trucks 2.38 million miles combined, yes a 12 valve too, never an engine failure, injector failure, never had the motor apart, injector pumps usually go to over 350,000 miles. and never been to a dealer..ok..im not a mechanic either..simple design simple to work on b20 industrial motor, million of miles, hundreds of miles pulling for FORDS in the repair shop.. yes, two have auto transmission, rebuild them at 350k to 400k too..i looked on cummin's million mile engine club page and registered my 2001 , but i'm like 26 pages behind other trucks with more miles..at 673k in pages behind other owners with NORE miles.

[@heavymetalcreationz711]

Spoke to a Ford diesel tech. The 6.7 was designed so the cab didn’t have to be pulled to work ok it. The techs will still pull the can only because it doesn’t take long and it makes maintenance easier. Also my 2011 Powerstroke with the 6R140 ran like a champ, no issues at all.

[@wendellcrim8647]

In CDL world, they are called tonka toys. Trucks have Jake brakes and air brakes.

[@toddschmidt7980]

Garage mans companion GMC

[@dedwards535b]

Get a manual if you know how to drive one. I had no problems with my Mercedes G56 that was in my 05 ram 3500 4X4 with the HO 5.9 Cummins. When the engine blow the tranny had over 350,000 miles no issues. I put a complete clutch kit from south bend clutch. Week after I purchased the truck. The dual mass flywheel is garbage especially when you install a programmer. And juice up the HP. With a little practice I was able to float all the gears up and down W/O using the clutch.

[@Spadeparade-xu9jl]

Love the honesty buddy!

[@libbystransport]

How about the chevy? Id rather drive a duramax, that's what I use and absolutely love it. Hauls amazing.

[@Repavich]

Just bought a 2021 3500 today. We will see how it holds up. Im hoping well. Truck is very nice. More amenities than the RAM and Ford at the same price point

[@eljhony1549]

@@Repavich no chevys can't tow i know from experience 🤣🤣, duramax no good

[@Repavich]

@@eljhony1549 what year duramax?

[@eljhony1549]

@@Repavich 2010-2020 tried everything, from self experience to some of my buddies experiences

[@Repavich]

@@eljhony1549 sure.

[@johnstecz9169]

Great video I always listen to a man that's been there and done that

[@Deadshot_mkz]

Alex: I’m so impressed with the mpg on the Ford anyway don’t get a Ford

[@JesseDavis-l5p]

2010 f350 6.4 deleted tuned A oil cooler has been done original engine transmission 250k miles tows a dump trailer everyday, do your maintenance every 4k miles!