The reason your old MT style tires were howling after 10k miles was probably because they needed to be rotated more often. Maybe you were already doing it often enough and won’t have problems with the new Nittos. However, all MT tires, regardless of make or model, have to be rotated like every 3000 miles religiously if you have any desire to keep them from howling, cupping, or wearing unevenly. Otherwise you’ll be replacing them every 15k miles or so. Rotate them regularly and they’ll last for 60,000 miles.
What is with with the fog and headlights from the 1500? They are brighter because of LEDs (on the 2019's RAM) and the foglights are dark and LED, too. Maybe there also a great addon for a better view and a better design of your RAM.
John, props for a well done video...you've got good taste brother. I have a '17 as well, although not a PW. How many miles do you plan on putting on your truck before parting with it? I keep reading about both the 5.7 and 6.4 hemi engines wearing prematurely due to the mds and poor lifter design. I'll be parting with mine before the powertrain warranty ends.
Colby Thomason it’s funny you ask that question. I’m already looking at trading her in for a 19’ 2500 Cummins. I’ve had no issues with the truck so far but the mpg is killing me as a daily driver averaging 13mpg not to include single digits if towing. This will happen within the next 3 months.
Beautiful truck brother and I love the mods. Kinney Muffler does the absolutely best exhaust work in the entire country. They are a little more pricey on some things, but the quality and craftsmanship is unequaled.
Beautiful truck man. Not crazy about coil-less leveling, but I love that exhaust mod. I was thinking about getting the American Thunder cat back for mine, but I want black tips, not chrome.
I liked the exhaust so I did the same to mine and you’re right the other one did look terrible. I went with the magna flow and really like it great video man
I have a 2017 2500 Ram I've held off on exhaust. I've always had Flowmaster generally 40 series. I thought I would try something a little different. which MagnaFlow did you get? I have seen that all the MagnaFlow kits, come out the side behind the passenger rear wheel.
Nice looking truck! I have same truck in white. I went with 18x10 wheels and same tires. Same leveling kit. K&N cold intake and dual exhaust with cherry bomb v force mufflers. Bushwacker white fender flares with rivets. Tinted windows to VA allowable limits. I'm looking for a programmer for the 6.4 liter that doesn't require change out of components or void the warranty! Any ideas?
John Callahan I just bought her two days ago. A 2012 with 50,000 miles and super clean. Like new. I was really thinking a Cummins but the way it all worked out , I got the wagon. I love the truck. I really like the uniqueness of the power wagon package. Again, nice work you did to yours , and that exhaust too !!
I love it! I have a 17 pw it's the most versatile truck i have ever had. The question I have is have you flexed it to see if the tires will get into the finder wells. I'm wanting to put 35s on but I do go off-road with mine. These things will flex. For a 3/4 ton truck.
what a nice touches you did to your PW! very clean. I just got a 18 PW, and thinking about doing leveling kit and 35x12.50 on stock rims, like yours. I found a 1.5” leveling kit from Truxx, but still doing my home work on tires. Are you running wheel adapters on yours? if not, is there any rubbing on full locks? Im just worry that if it will causes any rubbing issue with 35x12.50 tires, on high positive offset stock rims. Thanks !
Will Sun Truxx or Thuren is the way to go for level kits. I will be changing to Thuren is the near future. I’m running Nitto Ridge Grapplers 35x12.50s with no rubbing at all. You won’t have any issues with 35x12.50s
Lookin tough. I couldn't do black, shows scratches and dust too much, but does look great when clean, especially with the grey decals it comes with now. I bought a '17 myself, went with the color I always wanted, the gun metal grey. Love the amp steps too, but they're just not up to the task of serious off road abuse....the amount of finish missing off my White Knuckle sliders is testament to that. Love the tail gate letters, was gonna do the same thing if I got a 16 or earlier. I went with a magnaflow 14" muffler on mine and love it. I went with a longer flexible antenna off Amazon, about a foot long, and I dig it. My buddy has that same one you do on his 3500 and it's just too small for me, looks funny. But the real reason I started typing....finally someone with the sense to tuck the winch hook behind the bumper! Blows my mind how many people don't figure that out! One thing I did, since you asked for suggestions, was I ditched the hook and got a Factor 55 Prolink Bridle. If you plan on using the winch much it's pretty awesome, allows you to hook up two short straps to pull evenly from two points on a vehicle, or one on the center....picture a spade with holes in each lobe of the spade. Gets a lot of comments as well. Imho, skip the air filter. Unless you're going to throw a tuner or do some motor work, you won't do any better than the stock filter, just money wasted. Thumbs up for a fellow wagon owner. Let's see some off road videos!
John, Thanks for the info on the Exhaust upgrades. Love it, it sounds like a real truck now. No seat of the pants feel in power gain nor gas mileage. But then again who cares in a 6000 lb truck.
highwayridersrc very true!! The truck is so heavy that good gas mileage is non-optional but wouldn’t have bought a PW if I was worried about MPG. Did you get an exhaust?
Robert Lincoln Yes sir, the badges on the doors and tailgate are for a 2006 Power Wagon. I There is a newer model emblem for the tailgate that is available up to the 2016 Model but I wasn’t sure how it would match the older model door emblems. You can find them on amazon or go to your dealership to order.
Hey, just wondering if you noticed much of a MPG drop or performance hit when you switched to 35's, from the stock 33's. Also, regarding your comment about considering a K&N intake. I also have a 2017 pw.. I added the K&N, and switched back to stock shortly after. I do a good bit of towing with my truck. The intake, while towing, is very loud and MPG dropped drastically, while towing. While not towing, I did like the intake. Throttle response went up, mpg went up, motor sounded aggressive. But as I said, I tow often. I travel with my 7k lb travel travel trailer often, and it just wasnt a good fit for me and I'd advise against the intake for anyone who tows. My intake is sitting in my garage, brand new. I'f you'd like to try it, i'll send it to ya, if you pay for shipping. A side question regarding switching to 35's.. I noticed your spare is still a 33. Do you have any concerns swapping in the 33 with the 35's, when required? Thanks!
Dustin Sayes not much of a difference. City is between 11-12mpg Hwy is between 13-14. I’ve seen 15 mpg on a few trips. Overall mpg will depend on how you drive it but you can expect on average 11-13 mpg.
Dustin Sayes thanks for the feedback about the K&N filter. I’m still running stock intake. If funny you mention my spare, I just got back from tire shop having a tire warranty replace due to a nail. Long story but I now have a extra 35” that I will use for a spare instead of the stock 33”.
You made me like the color black again! I like black on trucks, but so hard to keep clean. Do you use anything special for waxing/shining it? BTW the black out badges on your truck are well executed.
I am not a big all black fan, but this is well done. I'm considering buying one and looking at what people do to them. Did you add the winch or did it come with the truck?
John Callahan dang it. Lol. I can’t say I don’t blame you that’s for sure. The subtle changes you made was one thing that grabbed my eye. I’ve already added a few things of my own. Haha
Me likey! I have a '16. Couple of comments... AEV's ProCal module is great for correcting the odo/speed and trans shift points going to the larger tires. Worth the $170~ bucks. While I like AMP steps, um, they do absolutely nothing to protect those rockers. Which, at least out here in the Southwest, is a major concern. Suppose in TX not so much... Not sure what material you have on the seats, but if fabric, the Carhartt seat covers are the typical heavy duck material and fit and match the interior grey perfectly. Just a thought. Exhaust sounds awesome and they tucked it up nice and tight. That was the first mod I did, went to my favorite muffler shop here in Phoenix, and put in a DynoMax. At least it sounds like it has a 6.4 in it now! ;-) Link for the tailgate assist? (suppose I can Amazon it myself) Nice truck dude!
Don Leamon I’ve read about the AEV ProCal and this may be a future purchase. I’ve been seeing a lot of vids with great comments about the Pedal Commander so that may be included with the ProCal. The Amp steps aren’t “rock guards” by no means but I wanted the clean look they provide when tucked away. I have the all black leather interior package. Thanks for the view and recommendations! Here is a link to the tailgate assist. Dee Zee DZ43301 Tailgate Assist Shock www.amazon.com/dp/B00GUF74HQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_-Li9zb9F9YVRY
R1Predator in order to tune, I would have to change out the factory ECU FOR an unlocked ECU. This I’m sure would void any warranties I have. The benefits aren’t worth it until warranty expires.
I love your rig...looks great. Congratulations! I'm going to look into that exhaust for my truck...not a PW but it is a 2015 RAM 2500 Mega Cab with the 6.4 HEMI and 4.10 differential.
Ronnie Solomon here a link to the box. I pulled it off my ‘06 Power Wagon. I had to push in the front bottom corners for it to fit without hitting the fender wells. www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/tractor-supply-crossover-deep-truck-tool-box-texture-black?cm_vc=-10005
+Chris, Amps are nice, BUT do absolutely nothing for you to protect the most vulnerable spot on a PW. Yup, the rocker panels. Breakover angle is limited. Money better spent getting White Knuckle step/sliders or Randy Ellis Design. (unless you really never use you PW as intended...)
Dude that is a fine looking rig! Love the exhaust ! Badging looks great! Gotta know has this been ceramic coated? The shine is of the charts.. Like looking in a mirror.
Hey John, great job on your truck. Yeah only a little bit jealous. Looking for the muffler shop you used. I found a Kinney and Kenny muffler shop. Can you narrow my search down a bit. I'm way to picky about my toys and the last guy that did work for me has since retired, years ago. I live in Arlington, just down the street so to speak.
highwayridersrc here is the link to their site. Great group of folks that do awesome work!! www.kinneysmufflershop.com/kinneysmufflershop.com/HOME.html
Man that is one sweet power wagon love what you have done to it. Check into a procharger kit if you want more power and a good tune will take that truck over the top. GOD BLESS MY FRIEND
Brian Michael Thanks! A snorkel does make a truck look tougher but I don’t see me ever needing a snorkel. If I do, That’ll mean I did something very wrong.
Thomas Mackowiak here is the tailgate emblem I bought from Amazon: Dodge Ram POWER WAGON Tailgate Nameplate Emblem Mopar www.amazon.com/dp/B0040I23RQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_W2yQBbNGFA5G1
Thomas Mackowiak I ordered the 2006 door emblems from dealership. Part counter can get the part number we for you just ask for 05 or older Power Wagon door emblems.
Thomas Mackowiak I cant remember if the level kit was Rough Country or Tough Country brand but I do know it was only a 13/4” level kit. However, after doing research after the fact, I highly recommend looking into Thuren or Carli level springs or kits instead of a spacer. I’ve had no issues with my spacer but you’ll get a better ride and functionality with going with bigger springs. Once my 35”s wear down some more, I will be replacing the spacers with the Thuren Overland Kit with 37x12.50s.
@@PwWgn06 thank you for the information, I don't know how I miss this and saw it just now. I went with truxx spacers for the front for now. I'm installing same tires on my stock wheels. I'll go with 35's for now. And I think this power wagon badges are great touch.
John Vansovich ...Well HELL!!! Looks like I’ll be heading back to the Dealership asking WTH?!!! Man, good catch!!! I didn’t even see that. I’ll delete the link so no other will use it.
Love the idea and wanted it for my 17 pw. But then got confused. Let me know what they say. And can u give me name of the tiresand tire size. Thx. Looks awesome!! I put the k&n cold air intake on. Sounds mean with the magnflow
John, I’ll let you know what happens. The tires are Nitto Ridge Grapplers 35x12.50 on the factory wheels. I’ve been thinking about the K&N filter. Did you see any big changes...MPG, Power
What kind of mileage you getting? I got a f150 w 6.2 v8, but looking for a power wagon. Onky thing is i drive 35k a year just seeing how much diffrence in mpgs. Sweet truck.
I'm getting 13 in the city and 16 on the highway but I have a 2013 PW with a 5.7 liter Hemi so that's probably why. This engine has 25 HP less than the 6.4 Hemi but really it feels fine to me and I plan on doing a complete exhaust and intake delete. I might even super charge it and have it dyno tuned all at once which will get me around 500hp and sounding mean AF. I Have gone off road everyday since I bought this truck and it is just an absolute blast!
Damn good looking truck!!! I have a 14 with the 6.4 but it’s not a power wagon. I’ve done a lot of similar things to mine. Going to steel the tailgate assist idea! Only other thing I did different to mine is put some small LED’s on and got a custom tune wrote for the truck. Everything else is pretty much the same. But the tune makes a big difference in the truck. Before it would get smoked by a Prius. Now it’ll out run most Basic V6 sports cars. Which is good for a 7000 pound truck!! Got a few videos of mine and what I’ve done to it and trying to break 140mph in it. Check em out.
Tyler D'Agostino Thanks! I have plans for more Mods in the future but there expensive. AEV Bumper, considering AEV lift with 37s but that is way down the line.
I have a 2017 2500 6.4 I am just now finding out there are tuners but you can add-on without unlocking the PCM. You look like in your reply that maybe you had yours custom tuned. What brand did you use?
Deyshaw H I have several ideas I want to do in the future such as AEV Front/Rear Bumpers (with light bar) maybe roof rack, 3”lift....the list goes on. Just taken baby steps cause of the cost.
I just bought a 2018 Ram 2500. Can you give a part number for the tailgate assist shock? I imagine it's the Dee Zee one sold on Amazon. Also, is that a 35" spare as weill under the bed of the truck?
Enjoy Life it’s the factory 33” spare. Here is the link to the lift assist. Dee Zee DZ43301 Tailgate Assist Shock www.amazon.com/dp/B00GUF74HQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_mLmbAbD4WG1R6
Thank you for confirming the lift assist part number. I ordered it last night. Now I am looking at prices on the AMP retractable running boards. Also got the front two windows tinted yesterday to match the rear. Thanks again.
I got a 35 to fit under mine, just not the one I intended. When I bought my Maxxis Razr's I got 5, but getting the spare to fit was a bear, even aired down and after prying the heat shield out some it was rubbing on all sides, including the Trac or sway bar or whatever it is behind the axle. Ended up getting a well worn procomp 35 on Craigslist that still had some serviceable tread on it. At 20psi it slid right in, no issues at all. I was taken back how easy it went in. Might of even worked with full pressure, but since I have an OBA setup I didn't even see the need to (potentially) struggle with it. Plus, odds are I'll be off road and at 20psi if I ever need it anyways lol.
John Vansovich talked with the dealership, which did their “research” for a few days. According to the dealership there is no issue. I haven’t had any issues at all since install so I would agree with the dealership.
Concerning the leveling kit did you replace the front shocks as well or get the add on bracket, so they aren't stretched out? I wasn't aware of this when I installed, it seems the noise over larger bumps , much louder,
Nice truck and it looks GREAT like all the other comments say! You ever thought about Rino Lining the flares and lower beltline?? That would be a good idea!
D.I.Y. AUTO SCHOOL as the truck gets a little older I will do the same as I did on my older Power Wagon. I had the front/back bumpers and fender flares lINE-X. Man did it look good!
BoneFishCrocodile Supreme the grill. Is made of hard plastic just like most of Ram grills. I would recommend asking a dealership about auxiliary switches.
Hey John. Love it! Looks GREAT! Glad you kept the original rims. For OEM I think they look awesome. If you don't mind, I gonna steal all your ideas when I get mine (smile)!
Barbara Schenck Have at it!! I like the OEM rims. I like to keep my trucks looking almost stock but with shuttle changes. It just has a cleaner look to me.
John. I wanted to get your thoughts on a few mods I will put on my Power Wagon. 1 - a 360-degree camera system to help with visibility. 2 - a AEV front bumper. AEV doesn't make a rear bumper yet. 3 - an AEV hood or a sport hood like the 1500's. Wish I could save money faster, but it will be worth the wait.
Barbara Schenck 1. 360 degree camera would be a huge help with a Power Wagon. I have front/Back sensors and backup camera but still am cautious in small places due to the size. 2. AEV Bumper are Sweet!! I’ve look into purchasing on but unfortunately AEV hasn’t been able to “Crack the Code” on adding front sensors to their bumper. With that said, I’m still contemplating that as my next purchase. 3. The AEV HOOD with the Vents is definitely another mod I would love to do but in time! One Mod I would love to do BUT is just out of the budget is a HELLCAT or DEMON motor swap!!! Something similar to the Ram TRX!!!
Hey John... Happy Monday brother! Listen, I ran across a mod you might find useful... it's called the 'Pedal Commander'. After watching a few videos, owners say it makes a huge difference in the responsiveness of your truck. Check it out. See if something you would like to add to your rig.
SEERLESVALLEY DEATHVALLEY HEY--I'm over 50 and, well yeah, things do start to fall apart...A little....Like fine wine and cheese, with a little character added...
Wagon looks good i would like to see what one would look like with the Power Wagon on the hood like the old ones
Very nice. Truck looks very mean & clean.
Ojalá algún día pueda tener esta camioneta 🥺
Nice mods.
Awesome truck 🔥
The reason your old MT style tires were howling after 10k miles was probably because they needed to be rotated more often. Maybe you were already doing it often enough and won’t have problems with the new Nittos. However, all MT tires, regardless of make or model, have to be rotated like every 3000 miles religiously if you have any desire to keep them from howling, cupping, or wearing unevenly. Otherwise you’ll be replacing them every 15k miles or so. Rotate them regularly and they’ll last for 60,000 miles.
I'd like to see the exhaust set up. Clean truck
The exhaust setup video is linked below the video.
Man that exhaust is lit
Might have to get that done
Johnny Expo thanks!!
What is with with the fog and headlights from the 1500? They are brighter because of LEDs (on the 2019's RAM) and the foglights are dark and LED, too. Maybe there also a great addon for a better view and a better design of your RAM.
Awesome job. You are a truck artist! I got the non power wagon 2500 because I tow a camper and they are not made to tow, but I love the look.
Kevin Cochrane true! The PW has a softer suspension and has a lower rating than the regular 2500. Thanks for the complement!
I added Air Lift and Daystar cradles so I could tow my boat. Does a good job helping me tow with my PW.
John, props for a well done video...you've got good taste brother. I have a '17 as well, although not a PW. How many miles do you plan on putting on your truck before parting with it? I keep reading about both the 5.7 and 6.4 hemi engines wearing prematurely due to the mds and poor lifter design. I'll be parting with mine before the powertrain warranty ends.
Colby Thomason it’s funny you ask that question. I’m already looking at trading her in for a 19’ 2500 Cummins. I’ve had no issues with the truck so far but the mpg is killing me as a daily driver averaging 13mpg not to include single digits if towing. This will happen within the next 3 months.
Can those steps work as rock-sliders?
Chris Vandergriff these are not sliders. Im sure a hard core rock crawler would shred these step very quickly.
Beautiful truck brother and I love the mods. Kinney Muffler does the absolutely best exhaust work in the entire country. They are a little more pricey on some things, but the quality and craftsmanship is unequaled.
Very nice, I have a 2017 6.4 with a 4.10 rear end, have you done any towing yet?
Nice video!
I miss when the front coils used to be straight and not like a banana
Nice truck, thanks for sharing. How many miles you have on it now?
I Know You're Right But I just hit 41K.
Beautiful truck man. Not crazy about coil-less leveling, but I love that exhaust mod. I was thinking about getting the American Thunder cat back for mine, but I want black tips, not chrome.
Ricky Jackson Thanks! I plan to change the spacer out with Thuren Upgrades once my 35s wear down.
May want to check your front springs, they shouldn’t be angled or bent. Should go straight up and down. Looks from the video anyway
Wrong, the PW springs are designed that way, they are exactly the way they should be my friend.
Very nice, I agree with you on the stubby aerial... that needs replacing.
I liked the exhaust so I did the same to mine and you’re right the other one did look terrible. I went with the magna flow and really like it great video man
PW56 N progress thanks! Should sound like it looks, Tough!!!
I have a 2017 2500 Ram I've held off on exhaust. I've always had Flowmaster generally 40 series. I thought I would try something a little different. which MagnaFlow did you get? I have seen that all the MagnaFlow kits, come out the side behind the passenger rear wheel.
Just how I would want the power wagon
Nice looking truck! I have same truck in white. I went with 18x10 wheels and same tires. Same leveling kit. K&N cold intake and dual exhaust with cherry bomb v force mufflers. Bushwacker white fender flares with rivets. Tinted windows to VA allowable limits. I'm looking for a programmer for the 6.4 liter that doesn't require change out of components or void the warranty! Any ideas?
Love the badging. I love my power wagon also.
Jim Younger thanks! What year model PW do you have?
John Callahan I just bought her two days ago. A 2012 with 50,000 miles and super clean. Like new. I was really thinking a Cummins but the way it all worked out , I got the wagon. I love the truck. I really like the uniqueness of the power wagon package. Again, nice work you did to yours , and that exhaust too !!
Jim Younger NICE!! That’s low mileage for a 2012. My first PW was an 06. I kind of have buyers remorse cause 06 models just have the look.
John Callahan oh man I like yours now way more than the old body style. Just my opinion. I think your truck is awesome !!
My favorite color and type of ram!
You should add a light bar of your choice
I love it! I have a 17 pw it's the most versatile truck i have ever had. The question I have is have you flexed it to see if the tires will get into the finder wells. I'm wanting to put 35s on but I do go off-road with mine. These things will flex. For a 3/4 ton truck.
Billy Roberts you won’t have any issues with 35”. You will need more than a regular level kit if you go any taller .i.e. taller springs, control arms
Awesome job on the Power Wagon emblems. They look great.
Matt Villanueva thanks!
That's an awesome truck.
Joseph Quintiliani thanks!
That exhaust screams east Texas
speterbilt close to it! www.kinneysmufflershop.com/kinneysmufflershop.com/HOME.html
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Gorgeous truck! Nice job! I have a 2018 Tradesman in New Holland Blue. Love it.
Stevie Saint Anko thanks! Holland Blue is a sweet color!
what a nice touches you did to your PW! very clean. I just got a 18 PW, and thinking about doing leveling kit and 35x12.50 on stock rims, like yours. I found a 1.5” leveling kit from Truxx, but still doing my home work on tires. Are you running wheel adapters on yours? if not, is there any rubbing on full locks? Im just worry that if it will causes any rubbing issue with 35x12.50 tires, on high positive offset stock rims. Thanks !
Will Sun Truxx or Thuren is the way to go for level kits. I will be changing to Thuren is the near future. I’m running Nitto Ridge Grapplers 35x12.50s with no rubbing at all. You won’t have any issues with 35x12.50s
John Callahan Thank you so much for reply. btw, I really like that old school style power wagon emblem on it. as well as other mods you did 👍👍
Will Sun thanks!! Enjoy the ‘18 PW!!
Lookin tough. I couldn't do black, shows scratches and dust too much, but does look great when clean, especially with the grey decals it comes with now. I bought a '17 myself, went with the color I always wanted, the gun metal grey. Love the amp steps too, but they're just not up to the task of serious off road abuse....the amount of finish missing off my White Knuckle sliders is testament to that. Love the tail gate letters, was gonna do the same thing if I got a 16 or earlier. I went with a magnaflow 14" muffler on mine and love it. I went with a longer flexible antenna off Amazon, about a foot long, and I dig it. My buddy has that same one you do on his 3500 and it's just too small for me, looks funny.
But the real reason I started typing....finally someone with the sense to tuck the winch hook behind the bumper! Blows my mind how many people don't figure that out! One thing I did, since you asked for suggestions, was I ditched the hook and got a Factor 55 Prolink Bridle. If you plan on using the winch much it's pretty awesome, allows you to hook up two short straps to pull evenly from two points on a vehicle, or one on the center....picture a spade with holes in each lobe of the spade. Gets a lot of comments as well.
Imho, skip the air filter. Unless you're going to throw a tuner or do some motor work, you won't do any better than the stock filter, just money wasted.
Thumbs up for a fellow wagon owner. Let's see some off road videos!
John, Thanks for the info on the Exhaust upgrades. Love it, it sounds like a real truck now. No seat of the pants feel in power gain nor gas mileage. But then again who cares in a 6000 lb truck.
highwayridersrc very true!! The truck is so heavy that good gas mileage is non-optional but wouldn’t have bought a PW if I was worried about MPG. Did you get an exhaust?
Yes, I did go by Kinneys and get the "true duals" with the flow master 50 as the "Y or H" pipe. It was well worth the drive from Arlington.
highwayridersrc NICE!!! The quality of work is well worth the drive. I drove from Harker Heights area.
That's a serious drive for exhaust.
highwayridersrc I was worth it!
Nice work sir .Love the truck. How's that antenna wrkn out. Does fm still get through decent?
Apollo Pitt to be honest, Its for looks. I rarely ever listen to the regular radio. I mostly listen to Sirius or Pandora.
Looks great. Love the retractable step!
Did you say the door badges came from a 2006 PW?
Robert Lincoln Yes sir, the badges on the doors and tailgate are for a 2006 Power Wagon. I There is a newer model emblem for the tailgate that is available up to the 2016 Model but I wasn’t sure how it would match the older model door emblems. You can find them on amazon or go to your dealership to order.
Hey, just wondering if you noticed much of a MPG drop or performance hit when you switched to 35's, from the stock 33's.
Also, regarding your comment about considering a K&N intake. I also have a 2017 pw.. I added the K&N, and switched back to stock shortly after. I do a good bit of towing with my truck. The intake, while towing, is very loud and MPG dropped drastically, while towing. While not towing, I did like the intake. Throttle response went up, mpg went up, motor sounded aggressive. But as I said, I tow often. I travel with my 7k lb travel travel trailer often, and it just wasnt a good fit for me and I'd advise against the intake for anyone who tows. My intake is sitting in my garage, brand new. I'f you'd like to try it, i'll send it to ya, if you pay for shipping.
A side question regarding switching to 35's.. I noticed your spare is still a 33. Do you have any concerns swapping in the 33 with the 35's, when required? Thanks!
Dustin Sayes not much of a difference. City is between 11-12mpg Hwy is between 13-14. I’ve seen 15 mpg on a few trips. Overall mpg will depend on how you drive it but you can expect on average 11-13 mpg.
Hi John, I edited my post. Just wanted to be sure you saw my feedback on the K&N. Thanks bud. Great looking truck!
Dustin Sayes thanks for the feedback about the K&N filter. I’m still running stock intake. If funny you mention my spare, I just got back from tire shop having a tire warranty replace due to a nail. Long story but I now have a extra 35” that I will use for a spare instead of the stock 33”.
Dustin.. nice looking Mali you have. No better dog.
Dustin Sayes i don’t tow with my 17 PW so maybe an intake would be a good fit for me. Where can i find one similar to the one you had ?
Love it, I have a 16 RAM 2500 Blackout edition and would love that exhaust.
You made me like the color black again! I like black on trucks, but so hard to keep clean. Do you use anything special for waxing/shining it? BTW the black out badges on your truck are well executed.
AllWriteSoft I use the Turtle Wax ICE products. Thanks!!
What does the tail pipe sound like in ECO mode does it sound trashy or does it maintain the heavy sound?
Sebastian Archer it maintains the heavy sound.
I am not a big all black fan, but this is well done. I'm considering buying one and looking at what people do to them. Did you add the winch or did it come with the truck?
Brad, It comes standard with the Ram Power Wagons.
Hey john, any way to get in touch with you? I believe I just bought this truck from a dealership.
James Dickens dealership in New Braunfels?
John Callahan yes. I noticed on this video you had the electric steps which had been taken off. Do you still have them??
James Dickens I do have them but will be installing them on my 2019 Ram 2500
John Callahan dang it. Lol. I can’t say I don’t blame you that’s for sure. The subtle changes you made was one thing that grabbed my eye. I’ve already added a few things of my own. Haha
Me likey! I have a '16. Couple of comments...
AEV's ProCal module is great for correcting the odo/speed and trans shift points going to the larger tires. Worth the $170~ bucks.
While I like AMP steps, um, they do absolutely nothing to protect those rockers. Which, at least out here in the Southwest, is a major concern. Suppose in TX not so much...
Not sure what material you have on the seats, but if fabric, the Carhartt seat covers are the typical heavy duck material and fit and match the interior grey perfectly. Just a thought.
Exhaust sounds awesome and they tucked it up nice and tight. That was the first mod I did, went to my favorite muffler shop here in Phoenix, and put in a DynoMax. At least it sounds like it has a 6.4 in it now! ;-)
Link for the tailgate assist? (suppose I can Amazon it myself)
Nice truck dude!
Don Leamon I’ve read about the AEV ProCal and this may be a future purchase. I’ve been seeing a lot of vids with great comments about the Pedal Commander so that may be included with the ProCal. The Amp steps aren’t “rock guards” by no means but I wanted the clean look they provide when tucked away. I have the all black leather interior package. Thanks for the view and recommendations! Here is a link to the tailgate assist. Dee Zee DZ43301 Tailgate Assist Shock www.amazon.com/dp/B00GUF74HQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_-Li9zb9F9YVRY
Thx! Just ordered the Dee Zee. Seems odd that it doesn't come with it in the first place. Going to lookup the Pedal Commander now. Peace!
Why didn't you tune it?! The 6.4 hemi responds with a lot of additional hp with a good tune!
R1Predator in order to tune, I would have to change out the factory ECU FOR an unlocked ECU. This I’m sure would void any warranties I have. The benefits aren’t worth it until warranty expires.
I love your rig...looks great. Congratulations! I'm going to look into that exhaust for my truck...not a PW but it is a 2015 RAM 2500 Mega Cab with the 6.4 HEMI and 4.10 differential.
METALITHrevetments thanks!! Kinney’s muffler shop will hook you up!
Daaamn... so many subtle touches but SO nicely done, especially that exhaust.
Riyad Kalla thanks for the feedback!!
What kind of tool box is that. I’ve got the same truck and looking for a box just like that
Ronnie Solomon here a link to the box. I pulled it off my ‘06 Power Wagon. I had to push in the front bottom corners for it to fit without hitting the fender wells.
www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/tractor-supply-crossover-deep-truck-tool-box-texture-black?cm_vc=-10005
Fuck off u ficking tool your self
Love the exhaust. Nice clean look on all mods actually.
gol10dr45 thanks!
Dig your truck! Definitely get cold air induction. Made mine breathe!
Hey John, where did you get the power side steps? Did you install them yourself? What was the cost? Thanks...
chris, The steps are Amp Research Power Steps.The cost was $1200. It took me about 4 hours to install myself. It wasn’t hard but very time consuming.
+Chris, Amps are nice, BUT do absolutely nothing for you to protect the most vulnerable spot on a PW. Yup, the rocker panels. Breakover angle is limited. Money better spent getting White Knuckle step/sliders or Randy Ellis Design. (unless you really never use you PW as intended...)
Does Ram Offer any extended bumper to bumper warranties on these like 7year 100k miles?
Try the ko2s those things are amazing
How the badging should come from the factory! Awesome job, bud.
Dude that is a fine looking rig!
Love the exhaust !
Badging looks great!
Gotta know has this been ceramic coated? The shine is of the charts..
Like looking in a mirror.
Frank Shepherd no ceramic coating just some Chemical Guy spray polish!!
Looks good! Love the exhaust! Thanks for the idea!!!! From Miami here!
Eduardo Valdes thanks!!!
Hey John, great job on your truck. Yeah only a little bit jealous. Looking for the muffler shop you used. I found a Kinney and Kenny muffler shop. Can you narrow my search down a bit. I'm way to picky about my toys and the last guy that did work for me has since retired, years ago. I live in Arlington, just down the street so to speak.
highwayridersrc here is the link to their site. Great group of folks that do awesome work!!
www.kinneysmufflershop.com/kinneysmufflershop.com/HOME.html
highwayridersrc here is the link to their UA-cam channel as well. ua-cam.com/users/kirkrob0412
Awesome, thanks for both links.
highwayridersrc Kinney’s just posted another Power Wagon video. ua-cam.com/video/R-aGTUcB7ac/v-deo.html
Man that is one sweet power wagon love what you have done to it. Check into a procharger kit if you want more power and a good tune will take that truck over the top. GOD BLESS MY FRIEND
Gregory Jowers thanks!! I would love a procharger but gonna have to wait until warranty expires.
Nice truck man!!
Love what you did with your Truck
Have you thought of adding a Snorkel?
Brian Michael Thanks! A snorkel does make a truck look tougher but I don’t see me ever needing a snorkel. If I do, That’ll mean I did something very wrong.
@@PwWgn06 Hahaha
Part Power Wagon.. part Submarine.. lol
Super clean truck
Im taking mine to Kinney’s! I already got the low down from Kirk. Nice rig!
Nucl3ar Family Kirk will take care of you!! The quality of work is worth the money!
Kirk is the best......and a Super nice guy as well.
Jeez man nice good looking rig ! 20/10 . I love it. Wondering even if the towing capacity is 10 000lbs. Would it town 8000lbs camper easily ?😉thanks.
It should do fine. Id recommend air bags for squatting issues though. It'll help with fuel mileage
whats the part number for this power wagon badges? where did you get them? also leveling kit? where did you get it ? brand?
Thomas Mackowiak here is the tailgate emblem I bought from Amazon: Dodge Ram POWER WAGON Tailgate Nameplate Emblem Mopar www.amazon.com/dp/B0040I23RQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_W2yQBbNGFA5G1
Thomas Mackowiak I ordered the 2006 door emblems from dealership. Part counter can get the part number we for you just ask for 05 or older Power Wagon door emblems.
Thomas Mackowiak I cant remember if the level kit was Rough Country or Tough Country brand but I do know it was only a 13/4” level kit. However, after doing research after the fact, I highly recommend looking into Thuren or Carli level springs or kits instead of a spacer. I’ve had no issues with my spacer but you’ll get a better ride and functionality with going with bigger springs. Once my 35”s wear down some more, I will be replacing the spacers with the Thuren Overland Kit with 37x12.50s.
@@PwWgn06 thank you for the information, I don't know how I miss this and saw it just now. I went with truxx spacers for the front for now. I'm installing same tires on my stock wheels. I'll go with 35's for now. And I think this power wagon badges are great touch.
Hey John, what leveling kit did you install on the truck?
I looked at the link and it specifically says NOT FOR POWER WAGON???
John Vansovich ...Well HELL!!! Looks like I’ll be heading back to the Dealership asking WTH?!!! Man, good catch!!! I didn’t even see that. I’ll delete the link so no other will use it.
Love the idea and wanted it for my 17 pw. But then got confused. Let me know what they say. And can u give me name of the tiresand tire size. Thx. Looks awesome!! I put the k&n cold air intake on. Sounds mean with the magnflow
John, I’ll let you know what happens. The tires are Nitto Ridge Grapplers 35x12.50 on the factory wheels. I’ve been thinking about the K&N filter. Did you see any big changes...MPG, Power
What kind of mileage you getting? I got a f150 w 6.2 v8, but looking for a power wagon. Onky thing is i drive 35k a year just seeing how much diffrence in mpgs. Sweet truck.
jj jj i get about 10-11 mpg City and upwards to 13-14 mpg HWY
I'm getting 13 in the city and 16 on the highway but I have a 2013 PW with a 5.7 liter Hemi so that's probably why. This engine has 25 HP less than the 6.4 Hemi but really it feels fine to me and I plan on doing a complete exhaust and intake delete. I might even super charge it and have it dyno tuned all at once which will get me around 500hp and sounding mean AF. I Have gone off road everyday since I bought this truck and it is just an absolute blast!
What kind of mpgs are you pulling?
Eric Baehman 11-12 MPG City/ 13-15 Hwy.
Damn good looking truck!!! I have a 14 with the 6.4 but it’s not a power wagon. I’ve done a lot of similar things to mine. Going to steel the tailgate assist idea! Only other thing I did different to mine is put some small LED’s on and got a custom tune wrote for the truck. Everything else is pretty much the same. But the tune makes a big difference in the truck. Before it would get smoked by a Prius. Now it’ll out run most Basic V6 sports cars. Which is good for a 7000 pound truck!! Got a few videos of mine and what I’ve done to it and trying to break 140mph in it. Check em out.
Tyler D'Agostino Thanks! I have plans for more Mods in the future but there expensive. AEV Bumper, considering AEV lift with 37s but that is way down the line.
I have a 2017 2500 6.4 I am just now finding out there are tuners but you can add-on without unlocking the PCM. You look like in your reply that maybe you had yours custom tuned. What brand did you use?
Best looking PW on UA-cam.
One2 thanks!
100% agree
hellcat package 305 tires
Are you going add lightbars or anything else to make it bling
Deyshaw H I have several ideas I want to do in the future such as AEV Front/Rear Bumpers (with light bar) maybe roof rack, 3”lift....the list goes on. Just taken baby steps cause of the cost.
I just bought a 2018 Ram 2500. Can you give a part number for the tailgate assist shock? I imagine it's the Dee Zee one sold on Amazon. Also, is that a 35" spare as weill under the bed of the truck?
Enjoy Life it’s the factory 33” spare. Here is the link to the lift assist. Dee Zee DZ43301 Tailgate Assist Shock www.amazon.com/dp/B00GUF74HQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_mLmbAbD4WG1R6
Thank you for confirming the lift assist part number. I ordered it last night. Now I am looking at prices on the AMP retractable running boards. Also got the front two windows tinted yesterday to match the rear. Thanks again.
Enjoy Life the AMPS are a little pricey but my opinion worth it.
I got a 35 to fit under mine, just not the one I intended. When I bought my Maxxis Razr's I got 5, but getting the spare to fit was a bear, even aired down and after prying the heat shield out some it was rubbing on all sides, including the Trac or sway bar or whatever it is behind the axle. Ended up getting a well worn procomp 35 on Craigslist that still had some serviceable tread on it. At 20psi it slid right in, no issues at all. I was taken back how easy it went in. Might of even worked with full pressure, but since I have an OBA setup I didn't even see the need to (potentially) struggle with it. Plus, odds are I'll be off road and at 20psi if I ever need it anyways lol.
Dang. That's nice
Very tastefully done
How is your front spacers working out? Did dealer say they r ok even though it says NOT FOR use on pw. I'd like to purchase if works
John Vansovich talked with the dealership, which did their “research” for a few days. According to the dealership there is no issue. I haven’t had any issues at all since install so I would agree with the dealership.
John Callahan nice. Would u mind sending me link again please. Still wonder why the reason they specified not for pw
John Vansovich here you go. www.ruggedoffroad.com/product-page/2013-2017-dodge-ram-2500-3500-4wd-coil-spacer-1-75-front-leveling
Concerning the leveling kit did you replace the front shocks as well or get the add on bracket, so they aren't stretched out? I wasn't aware of this when I installed, it seems the noise over larger bumps , much louder,
Jeez that PW is like a mirror clean haha Nice truck man. Nice to see another Power Wagon on UA-cam. (I run a PW UA-cam Channel)
IWrocker thanks for the view! I’ve been subscribe to your channel for a while watching your mod progress of your PW.
It is clean, and I like the emblem treatment. That said, don't listen to Ian, he is clueless. ;-)~
IWrocker hey iwrocker does anyone make a snorkel for the beast?
I think AEV does: www.aev-conversions.com/product-category/ram-hd/raised-air-intake-ram-hd/
Nice truck and it looks GREAT like all the other comments say! You ever thought about Rino Lining the flares and lower beltline?? That would be a good idea!
D.I.Y. AUTO SCHOOL as the truck gets a little older I will do the same as I did on my older Power Wagon. I had the front/back bumpers and fender flares lINE-X. Man did it look good!
What is the front grill made out of? And is there anyway to get auxiliary switches built into the truck from the factory?
BoneFishCrocodile Supreme the grill. Is made of hard plastic just like most of Ram grills. I would recommend asking a dealership about auxiliary switches.
John Callahan . Okay thank you.
Do the folding tow mirrors have the puddle lamps with them or something like that?
BoneFishCrocodile Supreme there are small lights on the bottom of the mirrors that laminate when unlocking/locking.
Nice Truck. . Like the badging you did
beautiful..enjoy it.
This truck yes
Sweet ride! 👍🏻
What products do you use ? your trucks looks like a showroom truck
Alex Bajo Thanks! Here what I use. www.turtlewax.com/our-products/ice Available at most auto stores and Walmart. Nothing fancy.
Hey John. Love it! Looks GREAT! Glad you kept the original rims. For OEM I think they look awesome. If you don't mind, I gonna steal all your ideas when I get mine (smile)!
Barbara Schenck Have at it!! I like the OEM rims. I like to keep my trucks looking almost stock but with shuttle changes. It just has a cleaner look to me.
John. I wanted to get your thoughts on a few mods I will put on my Power Wagon. 1 - a 360-degree camera system to help with visibility. 2 - a AEV front bumper. AEV doesn't make a rear bumper yet. 3 - an AEV hood or a sport hood like the 1500's. Wish I could save money faster, but it will be worth the wait.
Barbara Schenck 1. 360 degree camera would be a huge help with a Power Wagon. I have front/Back sensors and backup camera but still am cautious in small places due to the size.
2. AEV Bumper are Sweet!! I’ve look into purchasing on but unfortunately AEV hasn’t been able to “Crack the Code” on adding front sensors to their bumper. With that said, I’m still contemplating that as my next purchase.
3. The AEV HOOD with the Vents is definitely another mod I would love to do but in time!
One Mod I would love to do BUT is just out of the budget is a HELLCAT or DEMON motor swap!!! Something similar to the Ram TRX!!!
Hey John... Happy Monday brother! Listen, I ran across a mod you might find useful... it's called the 'Pedal Commander'. After watching a few videos, owners say it makes a huge difference in the responsiveness of your truck. Check it out. See if something you would like to add to your rig.
Barbara Schenck I watched a couple of videos on this. This could be a future mod! Thanks for the info.
Sweet
Truck looks good!
Awesome rig!
@7:20 that’s what she said
John Mead 😂😂
Battle wagon
Bolt on super charger "mopar" 😜
KIM COVENEY would so much love to do that!!
I got an idea --get bette gas mileage!
Great truck till all the little things start to fall apart!
SEERLESVALLEY DEATHVALLEY thanks! This will be my fourth Ram with no issues.
Two words, lifetime warranty ;-)
SEERLESVALLEY DEATHVALLEY HEY--I'm over 50 and, well yeah, things do start to fall apart...A little....Like fine wine and cheese, with a little character added...