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#217 of 355 dodge or ford by tex10 Jul 18, 2005 (1:54 pm)
Howdy yall   I don’ know what should I get a dodge cummins or ford power stroke .I hear that dodge has bad transmission , 04 fords were bad and gm lacks power. Im 16 young and stupid .I have bulls need go to rodeos and buddies to get unstuck.   SO HELP ME Replies to this message: dustyk (Jul 28, 2005 5:24 pm)
#218 of 355 Dodge or Ford (Tex10) by loncray Jul 20, 2005 (8:11 am)
I own an '03 Dodge Ram CTD 2500. Other'n letting the fuel get too cold without conditioner, I haven't had a single problem in almost 3 years with my Ram's engine or transmission. I can't speak to problems with Ford or Chevy - you need to test drive all three. I can tell you that the Cummins engine has one of the best reputations around - it's basically a detuned dump truck engine in a pickup truck, whereas Ford and Chevy use light-duty diesel engines. I've got the older 6 speed tranny, and it's been absolutely trouble free so far. Literally the only problem I've had is with the passenger-side grab bar being pulled off - and they redesigned those after my truck was built. I could sing the praises of my truck all day - but you really need to test drive all three brands before you make up your mind.
#219 of 355 dodge by tex10 Jul 20, 2005 (11:33 am)
I might be buying my friends dads dodge ram 04 3500 6spd 4x4. he said that only thing he heard bad about the 6spd the clutch go out about 90000 miles with lot of towing. but thats normal wear and tare . he detuned his engine to save gas since was getting 13 know he getting about 16.i got chance drive to the dodge under load and it kicks but.
#220 of 355 2006 Ram by markhoot Jul 28, 2005 (2:35 pm)
Are the changes to the new 2006 Ram in the fall when it first comes out, or are the changes a mid-model change down the road?? I want the new model with the changes. My local dealer didn't know. Imagine that...... Thanks.   Mark Replies to this message: dustyk (Jul 28, 2005 5:27 pm)
#221 of 355 Re: dodge or ford [tex10] by dustyk Jul 28, 2005 (5:24 pm)
Replying to: tex10 (Jul 18, 2005 1:54 pm) Older RAMs with the Cummins and the 46RE automatic transmissions had a higher incidence of problems, although in my opinion a lot had to do with overtaxed towing or hauling. Most of the issues on that transmission were due to punky shift solenoids and bad electrical connectors. Later RAMs with the 47RE were pretty reliable transmissions, no more or less than Ford or Chevy. The latest Cummins-RAM use a 48RE automatic which is rated to exceed the engine load. This transmission is very tough and durable.   Like any automatic transmission, change the transmission fluid and filter on a regular basis and you'll likely not have a problem. With Dodge trucks you MUST use ATF+4 in the transmission. Use of Dexron-Mercon will condemn the transmission to an early grave.   Regards, Dusty
#222 of 355 Re: 2006 Ram [markhoot] by dustyk Jul 28, 2005 (5:27 pm)
Replying to: markhoot (Jul 28, 2005 2:35 pm) From what I read the '06 RAMs get a revised and stronger frame and other structural enhancements. I think the new 6.1 liter Hemi will become available, but that might be later in the year. The RAM also gets a larger four-door cab which will be the largest in the industry. I think the suspension and steering geometry will be revised as well.   Regards, Dusty
#223 of 355 Better Deal than Employee Pricing by jedurocher Aug 02, 2005 (7:29 am)
I got a great deal last night.   2005 RAM 1500 SLT QUAD CAB(R) 4X2 SWB, Lone Star Edition, Atlantic Blue and Taupe interior, 4.7L Magnum   Sticker: $30,285 Customer Cash: $3,000 Employee Discount: $3,923 Because they liked my wife and daughter discount: $2,362   Total paid: $21,000   The sales guy was great and the sales manager better...it had to be the best car buying experience that I have ever had!   If I can just figure out the daytime running light issue....
#224 of 355 Better than employee pricing? by danvance Aug 05, 2005 (9:57 pm)
I'm being told by all the dealers that you cannot get better than employee pricing right now on the 05 dodge ram diesels. Is that true? The price I'm being quoted is exactly what the dodge website is telling me.   Thanks Daniel
#225 of 355 mileage? by reuben1 Aug 14, 2005 (10:46 pm)
Can anyone tell me what fuel mileage they are getting with the cummins. Please tell if 4x4, quad etc. Looking at 3/4 ton cummins, and wondering the difference in mileage of a 4x4 versus the 4x2. Replies to this message: kcram (Aug 16, 2005 6:14 am)
#226 of 355 Cummins Mileage by loncray Aug 15, 2005 (8:54 am)
I've got an '03 2500 CTD 4x4 Quad Cab shortbed, and I'm getting 14.8 mpg right now - mostly city mileage, stop and go, and I've got both a high cap and a lead foot. I had been getting 16.5 mpg before I took off the worn-out stock Michelin tires and put on BFG AT's - my mileage dropped a lot with these tires, and I'll be going back to Michelins at the next tire change.

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