Lol! Unless you bought it on sale like I did my 2008. The dealer had bought a "lot" from Dodge when the 2008 mess hit. Turns out they shipped every last one of them in only one color. I couldn't argue when buying a $32k truck with incentives for only $18k at the time. The sales manager asked what color I liked. Then after responding, he told me I could have it in any color I liked, as long as it was "electric blue".
The paint quality is poor on these trucks, I have a 2016 ram and the paint seems really thin and seems to chip really easily. My truck have never seen a car wash, only washed by hand with new microfiber towels and it still has swirls in the paint.
I think Scotty is great. I watch all his videos every day. I do have to part with him on the idea that all Chrysler products are rolling piles of junk and endless money pits just because of who owns them. I have a 2014 Ram 1500 SLT Big Horn Crew 4x4 that I love and it has 120k. Going strong
@@BowhuntingwithB In general Chrysler products are subpar, but Rams are built a little differently I think. I know they're not really "American" anymore, but they tried to stay true to the name and I think they put a little more care into building a solid truck. I'm happy with mine and it's been a good vehicle, 60,000 miles and counting, no issues, and they're fun to drive.
Right!? I like Scotty the savage man himself but well.. just gotta think for yourself... I just got my very own FIRST 14' RAM Laramie with the 8sp and I believe 3.92 ... bad ass for a 6k# hog. First is to get going quickly and seems all 500ft lb torque straight to the wheels lol. Second gear... dead gone!
This truck with a 8 speed with a 5.7l is ridiculously awesome. I LOVE it. Definitely feels like a hot rod and the only truck I've owned that even when you punch it you literally barely feel it shift. Just feels like it floats.
Well I bought my 2014 ram 1500 around the same time you did there are only 6 differences in mine. 1. Mine has an 8 speed transmission so there goes one complaint 2. Mine came with both parking sensors and a backup camera so there goes number 2 3. I have never experienced the rattle on my doors (it is a crew cab so it is still the same doors) 4. I have the other headlights that came with it. They are actually pretty good when it comes to visibility but I must say yours look much nicer. 5. I got a nice big red one so number 4 is taken care of 6. I know these were not mentioned but mine also has 4 wheel drive and a nice 6 1/4 ft bed So at the end of the day it looks like my truck is pretty dang perfect if those are the only complaints about the thing lol.
This guy belongs in a Prius! As a 20 year mechanic the 6 speed transmission is more reliable and easy to fix. For more power you need to flash the chip, put new manifolds on it, quit being a girl, grab a wrench, take your door panel off, and tighten the bolts down on your speakers genius. Definitely needs a prius
For the backup issue just put a hitch back there and wait till you hit the wall with it. That's what we did as valets a hitch doesn't matter as much as your back bumper.
Installed a Blackhawk K&N cold air intake in my 2014 Ram 1500. It makes a noticeable difference with throttle repsonse & it helps make the engine sound really sweet! After putting it in, I couldn't stop smiling when testing 0-60!!
Yuriy Pono not really, the only things that could be fixed by a higher trim are the headlights not being HID and not having the backup camera. The speakers rattling is probably only on a couple trucks, the throttle response and transmission problem is a thing that could happen on a 2014 Ram 1500 Laramie with a 5.7 and the same transmission on his truck, and the black paint is available on all the Laramie editions.
Answer for the rattling issue and it might be tacky but I'm a fidgety person. I put a tennis ball in the storage space on the driver and passenger side and that helped so much!!! It's worth a shot.
I can't seem to find the Fords or Chevy's priced where the Dodges are so ended up with a Dodge/Ram, love it. But its old school 04 model 1500, looking at a replacement now as it has 200k miles, but still runs and looks like new. All the brands are good now, buy what you like and drive it
there is a aftermarket option to add a back up camera that is plug and play and runs off your factory radio. I have installed a few and they work well. it comes with a new tailgate handle with the camera built in. takes about 1hr to install.
Gilbert Luna oh ok I told him how weird my truck did have a back up camera but maybe the previous owner added that feature and thank God because it is so helpful it is a big truck for a girl but I love trucks
I agree with the headlight issue. I have a 2012 and the headlights suck horribly. A car behind me can drown out my headlights. Street lights make it impossible to see the beams and I live in the mountains where the roads are pitch black and you can barely see the road at night.
I drive a 2015 1500 ram (first ram I have bought) every day and love it! No rattle with music, acceleration is snappy though I have the 8 speed. I have put over 100k on it already with no work besides manufacture recomended. Best vehicle I have ever owned
i have owned 2 2014 expresses. my first one was a 6 spd, no back up camera and quad headlights. my second express has an 8spd, back up cam and projectors and trust me.. the projectors are way better than the regular (quad) lights. i tuned it, and its a totaly different truck. added hid's and i can see everything. you gotta mod these trucks to get that connected feeling. they have a lot if potential but they sell them to modest people so they are "eh" out of the factory. my ram is fast as fk and fun as hell to drive now. sell your shit get one with an 8 spd and tune it, you wont regret it!
I have a 2013 RAM 1500 Express reg cab short bed with 6 speed AT. I agree on the “standard” feeling 6 speed AT. I feel like the 6 speed is actually a 4 speed with added 3rd gear for tow and added 6th for overdrive. it works just fine, but not the best setup for acceleration. (I know, I know, it’s a truck, not a race car) 1 thing I did to improve the overall drivability of the truck was to add a mild plug-n-play tuner by Hypertech. Adds noticeable power, but more importantly improves throttle response like night and day. If I were to purchase another RAM 1500 tomorrow, I would without a doubt get this tuner for it, even if just for the heightened throttle response, makes all the difference. The tuner does not change any values in your ECU, so doesn’t void warranty.
Got a 2016 limited.. nothing but love. Hate is just too strong of a word lol. I even have a bumper sticker that says "My truck takes frequent RAMS AT your moms house" ALL KINDS OF LOVE!
I own 2 ram 1500 4 wheel drive quad cab pickups 2014 and have not had a problem with either of them yes they are the top of the line and yes they have every option but they are very quiet and very comfortable to drive, I have not had a single problem whit either truck , my wifes has 40,000 miles and mine has 32,000 on it we both have the 8 speed trans witch is a better choice witch makes it bullit prof but i've also have owned both GMC and ford and have nothing bad to say about either truckat the end of the day they all haul things and get from a to b so it's personnel preference as to what you want to drive
the throttle response and transmission is not a hardware problem, these trucks are meant to "dull down" inputs so you don't crash backing up to your trailer - get a tune and both can perform - shifts will be fast and firm and throttle response quick. I recommend a superchips flash if you're not planning on a ton of mods, diablosport if you're going deep.
If you have trouble parking the truck and wish you had a backup camera, try installing towing mirrors on the truck, they make a really big difference, and you will be able to see the rear end of your truck very well.
If u want a better transmission and throttle responds hit the tow/haul button. It's like a "sport" mode for the truck (I have multiple ram 1500 5.7 hemis)
Just bought a '15 Ram 1500 yesterday and watched your 8 things you hate video today. Dude you are spot on. When you were talking about black paint I couldn't have agreed with you more. I used to own a black Impreza WRX and said the same exact thing, "I will never buy another black car again!" and now here I am with a black truck. Nice video man, I'm glad you didn't have many bad things to say about it! I'll be looking for more vids from ya.
I actually lucked out with getting a 2017 ram 1500 with only 62k miles & I’m slowly seeing that the previous owner upgraded this truck to the fullest but I wish it was black but it’s a red wine color & it’s slowly growing on me because hardly anyone I see with this color on a truck
I have a similar problem like number 3, the rattle in the door, whenever I drive with the windows down, and go over rough roads, there's an annoying rattle.
I have a 2015 with the 5.7 in a 8speed. Its really smooth and responsive. The cabin is quiet. really like it. But they are all nice nowadays. You want road noise. Drive my 04 forester xt. Its loud and annoying
CastleBravo they are beasts with the 8speed (3.92s) i have a 2016 Sport and I floored it at a stop sign (nobody was near me don’t worry) and there were a solid 4-5 seconds of the tires screaming and then engine just roaring. The HEMI is a goddamn monster when paired with the right transmission
I have basically the same truck except for the black paint and headlights and agree with most of what you're saying. The throttle response is mostly ok for me but sometimes it does lag a little where I do wonder what's under the hood. I do find the non-projector lights work very well in my truck. The projector lights in my wife's 2015 Cherokee also suck so maybe it's just that type of headlight. Two things I would add to your list are adjusting the temp knob all the way cold turns on the AC and when you turn the radio off you have no clock.
I got a 2015 same basic version except all the little details including 8 speed transmission and a backup camera r there and I love it. Just upgrade to to 2015!
I have a 2015 ram Big Horn and I love it I love the headlights I love the gray paint I love the transmission it has a fantastic stereo system with no rattling noise and I have a back up camera. The thing I like the most about my 2015 Dodge Big Horn is it basically has all the luxuries you can get for a pick up truck including gearshift controls on the steering wheel
1-cams and rocker will go out at 45-50k will make the loudest ticking noise ever lack of oil pressure2-water pump will go out around 60-70 shaft play3-40-50k ur exhaust manifold will go out and tick in the morning4-recall after recall
That’s why I had to have a back up camera on my truck. These rams are huge and idc how much you drive it, it’s a very hard truck to tell how close you are to something when you back these up. I have a 2017 and the rattles are there too! It’s in my drivers door too. Headlight output does suck.
It's not the Tranny. It's the gearing. The stock gears are 3:21 for maximum fuel efficiency. I changed my 3:21 gears to 3:92's, and now she gets up and goes! It does weigh 5500 lbs, so it is not a sports car. I love my 2013 Ram Sport!
For me it seems like ram is a very budget oriented company for trucks. Like work trucks first car etc do to its very basic features. The upper types do seem like very nice ones with the air lift suspension and all these side boxes on the bed etc
@ 1:18 nope you are driving a MDS model and it wont downshift when you floor it gadually, you have to stomp and hold foot down to get going and yes its a Delay to go back to 8 cyl, Buy the other Model without MDS,2) you have no experience driving a large truck.3) rattles never heard.4) stop wearing your Sunglasses at Night ,its plenty bright and you have Fog lights.5) black paint on Cars/trucks were Built since the inception of the Automobile , yes Things happened before "A2" After YEAR 2000
Just an FYI you got an express so those didn't come with projector lights. Meaning those are tyc oem replacement so that's the issue with the visibility. When you get a chance compare the amber in the day time running lights to another ram with projector headlights that's how you know if they are legit oem
$30 a month in Dallas I have unlimited exterior car washes with tire shine etc right next to my job. Every other day at lunch washing it. That’s how I solved the black paint. Lol
Or even the big horn editon.. My big horn has everything you want minus leather. 8 speed back up camera and sensors. Doesn't rattle and the throttle response is amazing.
I never drove one with a 6sp but the 8sp auto is one of my favorite things about my 2014 quad cab Hemi powered Ram truck. It always finds the right gear, shifts quick, helps with the fuel mileage etcetera. With 42 something thousand miles and a needed mechanical repairs racked up, I'm wondering if I didn't screw up by not buying a Tundra. The fuel mileage sucked on those trucks though. I can easily hit 23-24 mpg on my trips between Texas and Ca with this Hemi powered truck. Pretty amazing, lucky if you could do that in a new Tacoma. My 2001 wouldn't do it!!!
I have a 2013 1500 2wd cannot wait to get rid of it been back to the dealer a dozen times for issues up to and including the computer being changed Throttle response sucks sucks sucks Transmission was reprogrammed for 40mph vibration then it would not shift into 6th gear (yes dealer stupidity) at 35k the exhaust header bolts sheared off on the passenger side my 1999 gmc z71 gets 16mpg towing almost everything I have, the RAM 12.5 consistent. and dont even turn on the tow haul unless you have an extra 20 gallons of fuel on board as it drops to about 8mpg the headlights SUCK ROCKS... THE BEST THING ABOUT MY RAM... it will be paid off in 4 payments and I CAN TRADE IT IN!!!
Is it a Hemi? I've had my 2013 5.7 2wd about a year and have put about 10k on it and is at 38k now & have had no issues at all & throttle responds great. Only problem I've had is fuel cap / malfunction light go off. One thing you are right about is Dodge doesn't care about mpg I get around the same MPG. Did you buy it privately? It sounds like a lemon.
Bought 2 2020 rams over a month ago now and LOVE them! Lights are super bright probabaly best I’ve ever had on a vehicle and obviously had back up camera and 8 speed transmission and let me say that the 8 speed has A LOT more get up me go then the 6 speed. I sold my 2012 ram last year and it was a great truck but definitely slower then the 2020 classic editions I got. I got a hemi in the crew cab one and a v6 in the quad cab one and both are great engines. Over 2000 km on both trucks already. Great trucks!
Have same truck , love it , battery just died on me , interstate battery coming up , what about fuel economy ? When it shuts down cylinders on highway , overall , cool vids , keep them coming
Also, please don't put HID's in halogen projectors. They don't function as well. Swap in some HID projectors with some good HID bulbs. Light output will be better than high end luxury cars
Not sure if you got hids yet but i recently upgraded to hids and it made a huge huge difference, I recommend retroshop to get them. My ram gets extremely dirty days after I wash it. Also, I want those rims haha
Gearing effects felt throttle response & something like the Sprint Booster or other brand of throttle interface would help ALOT. A tune plus intake / exhaust mods too. I have a '10 Hemi TRX4 reg cab / sb with 3.92 gears....Instant throttle response....
Well that's what happens when you purchase the most basic model of a vehicle...any other trim option would practically resolve all of your complaints. I drive a 2015 white sport with 8 spd transmission and it drives like a dream. Also has a backup camera and all of the front and rear sensors you can ask for. I guess the message is you get what you pay for.
I think the #1 for me in NO MORE cupholders in the dash. If the middle can still fold up into a seat...you no longer have a cupholder. This makes no sense...especially if you drive a regular cab.
I have a 2014 ram 1500 4x4 tradesman and the thing i hate overall is the rev/speed limiter, yes i understand you shouldnt be going over 105 normally anyway, but sometimes you just gotta let the hemi open up
I have a loaded Laramie and absolutely love it.Ruggedish outside and Luxury inside, 8 speed tranny is the way to go. IMO when you buy something just bite the bullet and get it loaded , it goes on your financing anyways . So you don't have to bitch about the 6 speed tranny and not having camera or parking sensor etc.
Yeah the 8 speed is very much better. I put a K&N cold air intake, and a flow master 40 on mine and throttle response is already way better, I'm still going to do a throttle body but the intake and exhaust helps significantly
Don't get the "Cold air intake", All it does is make noise and won't help with your throttle response. Get yourself a Diablo Trinity tuner and turn up the throttle sensitivity setting, then set your shifts points differently. It really wakes it up and holds shifts better..
DGAF_AK87 The perceived noise it produces makes your brain think that awesome sound is making things faster. While it may sound good to some, it doesn't make a difference on a stock engine.
Gmtail I didn't say it makes an awesome sound, I pointed out the problem and the solution I've used on 4 different 4th gen rams. again the tune does help but if you just want better throttle response, a cold air intake is going to do just fine because the stock air box is restrictive.
DGAF_AK87 I get what you are saying but what I meant was the perceived improved throttle response is all in ones head due to the cool sound it makes, and an intake will make no difference in throttle response. It's an issue of the electronic throttle system and it's delay through the computer. I've had intakes on my Rams since an early Gen 3 and I never saw a difference. But honestly whatever works for you man, as long as you are happy with it.
Hey my first experience with owning a Dodge pick up is a 2015 black express I disagree about my headlights but appreciate your opinion and I personally I have had some of the same issues with mine but I bought mine new so far everything is been fixed except something you.pointed out about the cruise control I'm still under warranty i'll have that fixed but so far my first experience owning a ram 1500 overall is good. Like you said every truck has problems right now I have plans to get another unless something goes really south. Keep up your vids good job
all these trucks range from low 20s to mid 50s so yes there is a lot a room for disappointment if u don't buy the right optioned one your not going to love your vehicle.i have 12 sport and still love it came with decent options
Good review, what he said at the end, Chevy, Ford, RAM, Toyota and Nissan all build awesome trucks! After years of owning Tacos, as good as they are, never dreamed just how great a full size pickup is, comfort is unreal fuel economy ain't bad, my dad had an 80 something F250 with 4wd with manual and a 460, might have got 8mpg, had 2 tanks and needed them, was uncomfortable Road awful and due to someone putting a steel flat bed on it and screwing up the filler, took about 30 minutes to fill it up, he lived it, but it was really a bad truck.
Transmission has nothing to do with the throttle response, turn off traction control and it works just fine ;) I have a 13' and its pretty damn fast to get going on a roll
Hey there, I can so relate to the color Black. I too swore I would never own another black car...but I purchased this xj 6 jaguar a few years back when they were more British. I got more compliments from people on this car, but I put blood and sweat in keeping it up. I would never take it out unless it was clean, but damn they look mighty fine huh? I like your Ram, which is something I would get, yes, even in black. Take it easy and keep up the good work. Alex.
God what did we do with full size trucks 20 years ago when we drove them and parked them??? No cameras nor sensors, this generation I swear. You have to pay for higher specs and more options. But really a complaint about backing up everywhere; I have a free way to fix it, park in front first and don’t back up! Crazy hey?
Just a little help to people......i have a 2010 Ram C-Cab.....no back up cam......when i back up in a parking spot and there is cars to my left or right.......i just look at the reflection on the cars to see how close i am to what's behind me.......if no cars or anything to reflect my truck or car.....i just get out and observe........after backing up.......try it my people's.......
I have a 2022 ram bighorn. My passenger led headlight is gone out. It also has condensation ., will I need to replace the entire casings out just replace the led bulb?
RPProductions: I can relate to you're issue with the paint. I have a 2014 Blue Pearl and live next to a gravel road. One thing you can try is F11 from Topcoat. It's really helped me with keeping mine looking clean, even with it being parked outside all the time. My 2014 Ram was used when I got it and it has lots of fine scratches. Waxing only works for a short time and takes forever with the crew cabs. The F11 sealant really cut my clean up times down.
Whenever buying a brand new truck never buy the current year’s model always buy the previous year’s model in January or February and you will get between 25 and 31% off MSRP
Black paint is gorgeous when it's clean. Problem is, it's never clean unless you wash daily. I'll never own a black vehicle again. White is awful too, but I honestly think black is just as bad, if not worse.
I have thr exact same year, color, make and model 1500 except standard cab and it did come equipped with a back-up camera and tri-fold canvass bed cover. As I agree with the transmission issue, I find some quality issues with my truck I don't like such as a leaking 3rd high mount brake light and the roof easily gets dented when going through the drying part of an automatic carwash.. Other than that it's a good truck.
Don't complain about the black paint, that's not a flaw of the truck itself, you picked it.
Yup.
WhiteBurleyDude maximum steel is no different fyi
Lol! Unless you bought it on sale like I did my 2008. The dealer had bought a "lot" from Dodge when the 2008 mess hit. Turns out they shipped every last one of them in only one color. I couldn't argue when buying a $32k truck with incentives for only $18k at the time. The sales manager asked what color I liked. Then after responding, he told me I could have it in any color I liked, as long as it was "electric blue".
Nick S There just isn't enough coats of paint on Chrysler vehicles! GM cars always look a step above! Am I the only 1 who sees that?
The paint quality is poor on these trucks, I have a 2016 ram and the paint seems really thin and seems to chip really easily. My truck have never seen a car wash, only washed by hand with new microfiber towels and it still has swirls in the paint.
Never mind what Scotty says, I love my RAM!
Scotty hates every car🤣
@@balance3809 all but toyota
I think Scotty is great. I watch all his videos every day.
I do have to part with him on the idea that all Chrysler products are rolling piles of junk and endless money pits just because of who owns them.
I have a 2014 Ram 1500 SLT Big Horn Crew 4x4 that I love and it has 120k. Going strong
@@BowhuntingwithB In general Chrysler products are subpar, but Rams are built a little differently I think. I know they're not really "American" anymore, but they tried to stay true to the name and I think they put a little more care into building a solid truck. I'm happy with mine and it's been a good vehicle, 60,000 miles and counting, no issues, and they're fun to drive.
Right!? I like Scotty the savage man himself but well.. just gotta think for yourself... I just got my very own FIRST 14' RAM Laramie with the 8sp and I believe 3.92 ... bad ass for a 6k# hog. First is to get going quickly and seems all 500ft lb torque straight to the wheels lol. Second gear... dead gone!
That's a bunch of little things & people in the comments hating on Dodge. No vehicle is perfect. That's a badass truck at the end of the day to me
Jay Make honestly, if you can afford any truck, whatever the brand, you're doing pretty well.
agree
True, they're all pretty pricey.
Jay Make I hated the throttle response in my 16 Ram and got the pedal commander and that was the best upgrade I did to my truck
You sir are a wise man
Trust me, the 8 speed with a 3.92 ratio is pretty damn amazing
This truck with a 8 speed with a 5.7l is ridiculously awesome. I LOVE it. Definitely feels like a hot rod and the only truck I've owned that even when you punch it you literally barely feel it shift. Just feels like it floats.
Well I bought my 2014 ram 1500 around the same time you did there are only 6 differences in mine.
1. Mine has an 8 speed transmission so there goes one complaint
2. Mine came with both parking sensors and a backup camera so there goes number 2
3. I have never experienced the rattle on my doors (it is a crew cab so it is still the same doors)
4. I have the other headlights that came with it. They are actually pretty good when it comes to visibility but I must say yours look much nicer.
5. I got a nice big red one so number 4 is taken care of
6. I know these were not mentioned but mine also has 4 wheel drive and a nice 6 1/4 ft bed
So at the end of the day it looks like my truck is pretty dang perfect if those are the only complaints about the thing lol.
Lucas Green Perhaps he chose the wrong truck, and if it still under warranty, I'd make the stealership fix the door rattle yesterday.
Ditto every thing this guys said on mine too. 2014, no rattles, backup cam but its orange. Best car/truck I have ever owned.
This guy belongs in a Prius! As a 20 year mechanic the 6 speed transmission is more reliable and easy to fix. For more power you need to flash the chip, put new manifolds on it, quit being a girl, grab a wrench, take your door panel off, and tighten the bolts down on your speakers genius. Definitely needs a prius
lol...burn!...lol
The 8 speed takes some time to get used but after its pretty amazing.
Is a hemi a 8 speed ?
For the backup issue just put a hitch back there and wait till you hit the wall with it. That's what we did as valets a hitch doesn't matter as much as your back bumper.
Steven Todorow that won't work if there's a car behind you.
@@djayt1215yes it will
Installed a Blackhawk K&N cold air intake in my 2014 Ram 1500. It makes a noticeable difference with throttle repsonse & it helps make the engine sound really sweet! After putting it in, I couldn't stop smiling when testing 0-60!!
"couldn't get a good deal on one.." means i can't afford it
Got a work truck and expect a luxury version is all I hear..... why didn't you get the laramie edition
Yuriy Pono that's what I'm saying
Bubba Blue all the complaints are solved with a higher trim level. HID's come standard on other trims
Yuriy Pono not really, the only things that could be fixed by a higher trim are the headlights not being HID and not having the backup camera. The speakers rattling is probably only on a couple trucks, the throttle response and transmission problem is a thing that could happen on a 2014 Ram 1500 Laramie with a 5.7 and the same transmission on his truck, and the black paint is available on all the Laramie editions.
Ram doesn't offer HID's on any trim level. Projector headlights but halogen bulbs. Ridiculous to pay that much money for a truck and not get them.
What I was hearing him say is that he wanted more but could not afford anymore. I Love my Laramie SLT and Viper Ram 1500.
I have none of these issues because I paid for a Laramie with the Hemi
Answer for the rattling issue and it might be tacky but I'm a fidgety person. I put a tennis ball in the storage space on the driver and passenger side and that helped so much!!! It's worth a shot.
F150 owner here, love it, but not a better looking truck on the road than the RAM! If money wouldn't have mattered I'd be driving a RAM Rebel in red.
I can't seem to find the Fords or Chevy's priced where the Dodges are so ended up with a Dodge/Ram, love it. But its old school 04 model 1500, looking at a replacement now as it has 200k miles, but still runs and looks like new. All the brands are good now, buy what you like and drive it
@@garysisk3431 thats bc fords last and rams always need some kinda part replaced.
there is a aftermarket option to add a back up camera that is plug and play and runs off your factory radio. I have installed a few and they work well. it comes with a new tailgate handle with the camera built in. takes about 1hr to install.
Gilbert Luna my mustang has one. It's super useful and looks better than the stock camera
Gilbert Luna awesome!!!
Gilbert Luna what's he name of the kit?
Where can I get one
Gilbert Luna oh ok I told him how weird my truck did have a back up camera but maybe the previous owner added that feature and thank God because it is so helpful it is a big truck for a girl but I love trucks
I agree with the headlight issue. I have a 2012 and the headlights suck horribly. A car behind me can drown out my headlights. Street lights make it impossible to see the beams and I live in the mountains where the roads are pitch black and you can barely see the road at night.
I drive a 2015 1500 ram (first ram I have bought) every day and love it! No rattle with music, acceleration is snappy though I have the 8 speed. I have put over 100k on it already with no work besides manufacture recomended. Best vehicle I have ever owned
Just bought a 2017 Ram 1500 5.7l, blacked out. So far I love it.
i have owned 2 2014 expresses. my first one was a 6 spd, no back up camera and quad headlights. my second express has an 8spd, back up cam and projectors and trust me.. the projectors are way better than the regular (quad) lights.
i tuned it, and its a totaly different truck. added hid's and i can see everything. you gotta mod these trucks to get that connected feeling. they have a lot if potential but they sell them to modest people so they are "eh" out of the factory. my ram is fast as fk and fun as hell to drive now. sell your shit get one with an 8 spd and tune it, you wont regret it!
I went from a Dakota 2000 3.9 to a 2013 5,7 Ram and its amazing.
If you haven't already or still have the truck, replace the OEM seal on the 3rd brake light it will save your headliner eventually.
I love jeep, dodge, Chrysler but not all cars/trucks are perfect. I’ll take a dodge truck any day.
I have a 2013 RAM 1500 Express reg cab short bed with 6 speed AT.
I agree on the “standard” feeling 6 speed AT. I feel like the 6 speed is actually a 4 speed with added 3rd gear for tow and added 6th for overdrive. it works just fine, but not the best setup for acceleration. (I know, I know, it’s a truck, not a race car)
1 thing I did to improve the overall drivability of the truck was to add a mild plug-n-play tuner by Hypertech. Adds noticeable power, but more importantly improves throttle response like night and day. If I were to purchase another RAM 1500 tomorrow, I would without a doubt get this tuner for it, even if just for the heightened throttle response, makes all the difference. The tuner does not change any values in your ECU, so doesn’t void warranty.
Got a 2016 limited.. nothing but love. Hate is just too strong of a word lol. I even have a bumper sticker that says "My truck takes frequent RAMS AT your moms house" ALL KINDS OF LOVE!
I own 2 ram 1500 4 wheel drive quad cab pickups 2014 and have not had a problem with either of them yes they are the top of the line and yes they have every option but they are very quiet and very comfortable to drive, I have not had a single problem whit either truck , my wifes has 40,000 miles and mine has 32,000 on it we both have the 8 speed trans witch is a better choice witch makes it bullit prof but i've also have owned both GMC and ford and have nothing bad to say about either truckat the end of the day they all haul things and get from a to b so it's personnel preference as to what you want to drive
the throttle response and transmission is not a hardware problem, these trucks are meant to "dull down" inputs so you don't crash backing up to your trailer - get a tune and both can perform - shifts will be fast and firm and throttle response quick. I recommend a superchips flash if you're not planning on a ton of mods, diablosport if you're going deep.
If you have trouble parking the truck and wish you had a backup camera, try installing towing mirrors on the truck, they make a really big difference, and you will be able to see the rear end of your truck very well.
For that #1 thing you hate about your truck bro you need a Pedal Commander that'll bring your throttle response to whole new level check it out
For Throttle Response, Get A Pedal Commander Its Around $300
If u want a better transmission and throttle responds hit the tow/haul button. It's like a "sport" mode for the truck (I have multiple ram 1500 5.7 hemis)
Just bought a '15 Ram 1500 yesterday and watched your 8 things you hate video today. Dude you are spot on. When you were talking about black paint I couldn't have agreed with you more. I used to own a black Impreza WRX and said the same exact thing, "I will never buy another black car again!" and now here I am with a black truck. Nice video man, I'm glad you didn't have many bad things to say about it! I'll be looking for more vids from ya.
That’s hilarious, I also traded in a black wrx for a 2015 ram 1500
I just upgraded from a Dakota to a Ram 1500, and front & rear park assist was one of my must-haves!
We own a 2016 ram 1500 all black like yours and the throttle response is better than that one, it's so fun I love it
I liked my 2014 ram just not the constant wheel hub bearing failure after only 6000 miles
Riley trucks are not meant to be clean all the time. :p
I actually lucked out with getting a 2017 ram 1500 with only 62k miles & I’m slowly seeing that the previous owner upgraded this truck to the fullest but I wish it was black but it’s a red wine color & it’s slowly growing on me because hardly anyone I see with this color on a truck
I have a similar problem like number 3, the rattle in the door, whenever I drive with the windows down, and go over rough roads, there's an annoying rattle.
I have a 2015 with the 5.7 in a 8speed. Its really smooth and responsive. The cabin is quiet. really like it. But they are all nice nowadays. You want road noise. Drive my 04 forester xt. Its loud and annoying
You probably don't have the 3.92 gear ratio.
I have the 3.92 with the 8 speed and that shit puts me where I want to be.
Same here, 5.7 Hemi with the 8 speed tranny (8HP70) and 3.92 gears. I don't abuse my truck, but that thing roars and goes when I want it to.
CastleBravo they are beasts with the 8speed (3.92s) i have a 2016 Sport and I floored it at a stop sign (nobody was near me don’t worry) and there were a solid 4-5 seconds of the tires screaming and then engine just roaring. The HEMI is a goddamn monster when paired with the right transmission
I have 2016 1500 ram sport stingray yellow 8 speed sport package edition. No complaint.
I have basically the same truck except for the black paint and headlights and agree with most of what you're saying. The throttle response is mostly ok for me but sometimes it does lag a little where I do wonder what's under the hood. I do find the non-projector lights work very well in my truck. The projector lights in my wife's 2015 Cherokee also suck so maybe it's just that type of headlight. Two things I would add to your list are adjusting the temp knob all the way cold turns on the AC and when you turn the radio off you have no clock.
I got a 2015 same basic version except all the little details including 8 speed transmission and a backup camera r there and I love it. Just upgrade to to 2015!
I have a 2015 ram Big Horn and I love it I love the headlights I love the gray paint I love the transmission it has a fantastic stereo system with no rattling noise and I have a back up camera. The thing I like the most about my 2015 Dodge Big Horn is it basically has all the luxuries you can get for a pick up truck including gearshift controls on the steering wheel
1-cams and rocker will go out at 45-50k will make the loudest ticking noise ever lack of oil pressure2-water pump will go out around 60-70 shaft play3-40-50k ur exhaust manifold will go out and tick in the morning4-recall after recall
5 minutes of my life I'll never get back.
That’s why I had to have a back up camera on my truck. These rams are huge and idc how much you drive it, it’s a very hard truck to tell how close you are to something when you back these up. I have a 2017 and the rattles are there too! It’s in my drivers door too. Headlight output does suck.
3:40 Quit listening to Justin Beiber so loud. LOL
Get a Pedal Commander to get better throttle response.
Bryan Wolf I bought one for my 2013 sport. I love it!
BW that's what I was going to recommend!
It's not the Tranny. It's the gearing. The stock gears are 3:21 for maximum fuel efficiency. I changed my 3:21 gears to 3:92's, and now she gets up and goes! It does weigh 5500 lbs, so it is not a sports car. I love my 2013 Ram Sport!
For me it seems like ram is a very budget oriented company for trucks. Like work trucks first car etc do to its very basic features. The upper types do seem like very nice ones with the air lift suspension and all these side boxes on the bed etc
The only thing i hate on my 2018 Rebel is the oil filter location. Yes, that's about it. Everything is amazing!
Black is a pain, but a blacked out vehicle is very hot. Mine gets a lot of looks even when it's not perfectly clean ;)
Danielle2285 literally hot, you roast when you get in them
Haha that too!
I had a Black Wrangler for 9 years. Never again.
Problem #3 you should put dynamat so you get better sound and no rattles
@ 1:18 nope you are driving a MDS model and it wont downshift when you floor it gadually, you have to stomp and hold foot down to get going and yes its a Delay to go back to 8 cyl, Buy the other Model without MDS,2) you have no experience driving a large truck.3) rattles never heard.4) stop wearing your Sunglasses at Night ,its plenty bright and you have Fog lights.5) black paint on Cars/trucks were Built since the inception of the Automobile , yes Things happened before "A2" After YEAR 2000
yOU KEEP kicking door open with your feet makes it looose, see you admit it , check for scratches where you use your weak body
What gears do you have? 3.21? You need the 3.92
Just an FYI you got an express so those didn't come with projector lights. Meaning those are tyc oem replacement so that's the issue with the visibility. When you get a chance compare the amber in the day time running lights to another ram with projector headlights that's how you know if they are legit oem
$30 a month in Dallas I have unlimited exterior car washes with tire shine etc right next to my job. Every other day at lunch washing it. That’s how I solved the black paint. Lol
My 8-speed 5.7 liter sort of hesitates when I floor it, but when it kicks in it has plenty of push. Even if I'm going uphill at 90 MPH.
Put a k&n cool air on her and a super chip tuner you'll love it my ram hits 145mph easy and she's a 6 speed
Or even the big horn editon.. My big horn has everything you want minus leather. 8 speed back up camera and sensors. Doesn't rattle and the throttle response is amazing.
I never drove one with a 6sp but the 8sp auto is one of my favorite things about my 2014 quad cab Hemi powered Ram truck. It always finds the right gear, shifts quick, helps with the fuel mileage etcetera. With 42 something thousand miles and a needed mechanical repairs racked up, I'm wondering if I didn't screw up by not buying a Tundra. The fuel mileage sucked on those trucks though. I can easily hit 23-24 mpg on my trips between Texas and Ca with this Hemi powered truck. Pretty amazing, lucky if you could do that in a new Tacoma. My 2001 wouldn't do it!!!
Backup cameras can be had for $50 on Amazon. Really makes any old basic truck, feel much more modern
Also! Ceramic coat it! Will keep it cleaner longer and help hide swirl marks
I enjoy these love/hate type of car videos ‼️‼️
Andrew Peticca me too lol I like listening to different youtubes while I'm at work doing busy work
I have a 2013 1500 2wd cannot wait to get rid of it
been back to the dealer a dozen times for issues up to and including the computer being changed
Throttle response sucks sucks sucks
Transmission was reprogrammed for 40mph vibration
then it would not shift into 6th gear (yes dealer stupidity)
at 35k the exhaust header bolts sheared off on the passenger side
my 1999 gmc z71 gets 16mpg towing almost everything I have, the RAM 12.5 consistent.
and dont even turn on the tow haul unless you have an extra 20 gallons of fuel on board as it drops to about 8mpg
the headlights SUCK ROCKS...
THE BEST THING ABOUT MY RAM... it will be paid off in 4 payments and I CAN TRADE IT IN!!!
Is it a Hemi? I've had my 2013 5.7 2wd about a year and have put about 10k on it and is at 38k now & have had no issues at all & throttle responds great. Only problem I've had is fuel cap / malfunction light go off. One thing you are right about is Dodge doesn't care about mpg I get around the same MPG. Did you buy it privately? It sounds like a lemon.
Bought 2 2020 rams over a month ago now and LOVE them! Lights are super bright probabaly best I’ve ever had on a vehicle and obviously had back up camera and 8 speed transmission and let me say that the 8 speed has A LOT more get up me go then the 6 speed. I sold my 2012 ram last year and it was a great truck but definitely slower then the 2020 classic editions I got. I got a hemi in the crew cab one and a v6 in the quad cab one and both are great engines. Over 2000 km on both trucks already. Great trucks!
I have 3.92 gears in my 2010 and it has instant throttle response. Turn off the trac control and turn on the tow/haul. There, fixed it for you.
Have same truck , love it , battery just died on me , interstate battery coming up , what about fuel economy ? When it shuts down cylinders on highway , overall , cool vids , keep them coming
Also, please don't put HID's in halogen projectors. They don't function as well. Swap in some HID projectors with some good HID bulbs. Light output will be better than high end luxury cars
Not sure if you got hids yet but i recently upgraded to hids and it made a huge huge difference, I recommend retroshop to get them. My ram gets extremely dirty days after I wash it. Also, I want those rims haha
Gearing effects felt throttle response & something like the Sprint Booster or other brand of throttle interface would help ALOT. A tune plus intake / exhaust mods too. I have a '10 Hemi TRX4 reg cab / sb with 3.92 gears....Instant throttle response....
Well that's what happens when you purchase the most basic model of a vehicle...any other trim option would practically resolve all of your complaints. I drive a 2015 white sport with 8 spd transmission and it drives like a dream. Also has a backup camera and all of the front and rear sensors you can ask for. I guess the message is you get what you pay for.
The sweet sound system loosened all the screws in my doors. I took the panels off and tightened the loose screws to fix this
I think the #1 for me in NO MORE cupholders in the dash. If the middle can still fold up into a seat...you no longer have a cupholder. This makes no sense...especially if you drive a regular cab.
I have a 2014 ram 1500 4x4 tradesman and the thing i hate overall is the rev/speed limiter, yes i understand you shouldnt be going over 105 normally anyway, but sometimes you just gotta let the hemi open up
Make sure u look at pros n conns of buying anything got a 2017 Texan crew cab Hemi no complaints
I have a loaded Laramie and absolutely love it.Ruggedish outside and Luxury inside, 8 speed tranny is the way to go. IMO when you buy something just bite the bullet and get it loaded , it goes on your financing anyways . So you don't have to bitch about the 6 speed tranny and not having camera or parking sensor etc.
My 2016 has a rattle since day one. Thinking about putting a 5lb dumbell in the door carrier
You got the wrong gear ratio or you would love that 6 speed.
Yeah the 8 speed is very much better. I put a K&N cold air intake, and a flow master 40 on mine and throttle response is already way better, I'm still going to do a throttle body but the intake and exhaust helps significantly
Don't get the "Cold air intake", All it does is make noise and won't help with your throttle response. Get yourself a Diablo Trinity tuner and turn up the throttle sensitivity setting, then set your shifts points differently. It really wakes it up and holds shifts better..
oh no it does, the tuner may be nice and if you want the 93 tune, but an intake will fix the the problem, the stock one is too restrictive
DGAF_AK87 The perceived noise it produces makes your brain think that awesome sound is making things faster. While it may sound good to some, it doesn't make a difference on a stock engine.
Gmtail I didn't say it makes an awesome sound, I pointed out the problem and the solution I've used on 4 different 4th gen rams. again the tune does help but if you just want better throttle response, a cold air intake is going to do just fine because the stock air box is restrictive.
DGAF_AK87 I get what you are saying but what I meant was the perceived improved throttle response is all in ones head due to the cool sound it makes, and an intake will make no difference in throttle response. It's an issue of the electronic throttle system and it's delay through the computer. I've had intakes on my Rams since an early Gen 3 and I never saw a difference. But honestly whatever works for you man, as long as you are happy with it.
Have the exact same truck. All of your pros and cons are bang on and same as me. Overall I still love it tho.
Average headlights that are just “meh” he made me laugh! Awesome video thank you!!
Hey my first experience with owning a Dodge pick up is a 2015 black express I disagree about my headlights but appreciate your opinion and I personally I have had some of the same issues with mine but I bought mine new so far everything is been fixed except something you.pointed out about the cruise control I'm still under warranty i'll have that fixed but so far my first experience owning a ram 1500 overall is good. Like you said every truck has problems right now I have plans to get another unless something goes really south. Keep up your vids good job
all these trucks range from low 20s to mid 50s so yes there is a lot a room for disappointment if u don't buy the right optioned one your not going to love your vehicle.i have 12 sport and still love it came with decent options
Meguires quick detail spray between washes is my best friend for my black dodge
2013 RAM owner, the black paint is definitely the worst thing... and my doors also rattle... but its a love hate relationship
Put a tune in it. Diablosport's tune does wonders for the throttle and shifting issues.
Nicely Done ; Keeping it honest & ruffling feathers in all of the automotive camps.
Good review, what he said at the end, Chevy, Ford, RAM, Toyota and Nissan all build awesome trucks! After years of owning Tacos, as good as they are, never dreamed just how great a full size pickup is, comfort is unreal fuel economy ain't bad, my dad had an 80 something F250 with 4wd with manual and a 460, might have got 8mpg, had 2 tanks and needed them, was uncomfortable Road awful and due to someone putting a steel flat bed on it and screwing up the filler, took about 30 minutes to fill it up, he lived it, but it was really a bad truck.
Transmission has nothing to do with the throttle response, turn off traction control and it works just fine ;) I have a 13' and its pretty damn fast to get going on a roll
Hey there, I can so relate to the color Black. I too swore I would never own another black car...but I purchased this xj 6 jaguar a few years back when they were more British. I got more compliments from people on this car, but I put blood and sweat in keeping it up. I would never take it out unless it was clean, but damn they look mighty fine huh? I like your Ram, which is something I would get, yes, even in black. Take it easy and keep up the good work. Alex.
God what did we do with full size trucks 20 years ago when we drove them and parked them??? No cameras nor sensors, this generation I swear. You have to pay for higher specs and more options. But really a complaint about backing up everywhere; I have a free way to fix it, park in front first and don’t back up! Crazy hey?
I heard the pedal commander is night and day with throttle response. Try it . Not cold air.
Just a little help to people......i have a 2010 Ram C-Cab.....no back up cam......when i back up in a parking spot and there is cars to my left or right.......i just look at the reflection on the cars to see how close i am to what's behind me.......if no cars or anything to reflect my truck or car.....i just get out and observe........after backing up.......try it my people's.......
I have a 2022 ram bighorn. My passenger led headlight is gone out. It also has condensation ., will I need to replace the entire casings out just replace the led bulb?
RPProductions: I can relate to you're issue with the paint. I have a 2014 Blue Pearl and live next to a gravel road. One thing you can try is F11 from Topcoat. It's really helped me with keeping mine looking clean, even with it being parked outside all the time. My 2014 Ram was used when I got it and it has lots of fine scratches. Waxing only works for a short time and takes forever with the crew cabs. The F11 sealant really cut my clean up times down.
Did you notice the fine scratches after using the F11?
I have that exact truck, but with the 8 speed.
I love it.
Whenever buying a brand new truck never buy the current year’s model always buy the previous year’s model in January or February and you will get between 25 and 31% off MSRP
I have a 2019 RAM 1500 and the door rattle with loud music is still there.
Drink beer 2
Black paint is gorgeous when it's clean. Problem is, it's never clean unless you wash daily. I'll never own a black vehicle again. White is awful too, but I honestly think black is just as bad, if not worse.
I have thr exact same year, color, make and model 1500 except standard cab and it did come equipped with a back-up camera and tri-fold canvass bed cover.
As I agree with the transmission issue, I find some quality issues with my truck I don't like such as a leaking 3rd high mount brake light and the roof easily gets dented when going through the drying part of an automatic carwash..
Other than that it's a good truck.