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#1 of 8 2009 Dodge 1500 5.7 Hemi Questions????? by xccelera Aug 10, 2009 (7:06 am)
Was looking at a 2009 Dodge 1500 5.7 Hemi ST, (the stripped down model with the hemi) over the weekend and thinking of buying one. Has a great ride and good power.   Was wondering what mileage real world users were getting?   And any problems that might have surfaced with this model?   Likes and dislikes? Replies to this message: stanoski (Aug 10, 2009 2:25 pm) xccelera (Aug 10, 2009 3:21 pm) stanoski (Aug 10, 2009 6:31 pm) and 2 more...
#2 of 8 Re: 2009 Dodge 1500 5.7 Hemi Questions????? [xccelera] by stanoski Aug 10, 2009 (2:25 pm)
Replying to: xccelera (Aug 10, 2009 7:06 am) I have an 07 but have read/heard that the 09's are getting 1 to 2 more MPH than previous 3 years years with MDS. Again, can't verify it but am hearing it. If you do buy, make sure you are getting both the factory AND dealer discounts when buying. You should be able to whopp about 12+K (+OR-) off the MFSP on a new one these days.   Ski in TX Replies to this message: xccelera (Aug 10, 2009 3:21 pm) stanoski (Aug 10, 2009 6:31 pm) xccelera (Aug 11, 2009 5:53 am) and 1 more...
#3 of 8 Re: 2009 Dodge 1500 5.7 Hemi Questions????? [stanoski] by xccelera Aug 10, 2009 (3:21 pm)
Replying to: stanoski (Aug 10, 2009 2:25 pm) Hello Ski, after asking around your numbers sound about right. Last person I talked to said 13-15mpg around town and 20 mpg hwy.   Surprised about the discounts, only one dealer has knocked off around 12k on an ST with the 5.7l. So far with the clunker rebates I'm only getting around 9k or less knocked off. And everyone had 10 to 12 models ST's and SLT's on their lots. But this is crooked LI NY, lol.   Problem is the wife's hating the interior on the ST especially the seats and the SLT's prices seemed to be jacked up.   Thanks for posting. Replies to this message: stanoski (Aug 10, 2009 6:31 pm) xccelera (Aug 11, 2009 5:53 am) canddmeyer (Aug 15, 2009 2:14 pm)
#4 of 8 Re: 2009 Dodge 1500 5.7 Hemi Questions????? [xccelera] by stanoski Aug 10, 2009 (6:31 pm)
Replying to: xccelera (Aug 10, 2009 3:21 pm) Buy the best you can afford. That's the best unsolicited advice I can give you. I got the Laramie because I wanted the best and fortunently, had the $ to get it. The Texas version of the SLT "Longhorn" and other such brands are pretty nice for a lot less. Leather seats, power sliding rear window, chrome package, etc. Play the game, you will get the deal (as long as your in the drivers seat on negotiations) that is.   Good luck! Replies to this message: xccelera (Aug 11, 2009 5:53 am) canddmeyer (Aug 15, 2009 2:14 pm)
#5 of 8 2009 Dodge 1500 5.7 Hemi Questions????? by canddmeyer Aug 11, 2009 (1:02 am)
My Ram has been problem free, but there have been some issues, and Dodge has bulletins to correct most of them. MPG for the stock rear end 2wd's with 3.21 gearing is around 20 hwy and 13+ in town from what I read. I have the 3.92 limited slip rearend and 4x4 so mine is 2 mpg less. Some do better, but I've done worse.   Btw, pick up an SLT Bighorn w/Hemi unless you absolutely need a long bed. It is worth the extra $$$. Cab configuration varies as does bargains, so shop around, even if you have to travel.   Likes: power, quiet ride, amenities with BigHorn package, 0% apr + bonus cash   Dislike: headrests
#6 of 8 Re: 2009 Dodge 1500 5.7 Hemi Questions????? [stanoski] by xccelera Aug 11, 2009 (5:53 am)
Replying to: stanoski (Aug 10, 2009 6:31 pm) Hey guys, thanks for posting,   Ski, this is actually a quick impulse buy. My present truck just had a major tranny problem and with the "CARS" gov allowance it's time for something new. Plus I'm usually a Ford guy but there are no deals on F150's so I need to get up to speed fast on Dodge (and Toyota) trucks and what the best deals are. Your posting that 12k off can be had, helped, and I used that as a benchmark and was able to knock 13k off an SLT hemi last night. thnx   Problem is I've also been looking at the 4.6 Tundra's and for $2000 less than an SLT I get the same options and more room. Not as much power but a nice truck. So it's a tough call...   canddmeyer, yeah it seems the SLT is the way to go. If I could just get better seats and 20inch wheels in the ST I'd be happy, lol Was finally able to get a brochure since most dealers seem to be out of them and noticed the different gear ratio's 3.92, and a 3.55. The 3.92 would definitely knock some mileage off. thnx for posting Replies to this message: canddmeyer (Aug 15, 2009 2:14 pm)
#7 of 8 09 hemi by dwight1974 Aug 11, 2009 (2:32 pm)
I bought an 09 hemi lonestar/tx package about 4 months ago and in the city getting about 15 mpg and highway about 18-20....BUT I AM A LEADFOOT WITH THE HEMI....LOVE IT!
#8 of 8 Re: 2009 Dodge 1500 5.7 Hemi Questions????? [xccelera] by canddmeyer Aug 15, 2009 (2:14 pm)
Replying to: xccelera (Aug 11, 2009 5:53 am) I haven't looked at Toyota's, but reading their forums I see the 4.6 owners are very happy, especially with the mpg. I read the truck ride is bouncier, but to each their own. Whatever you get, have fun.

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