2016 Ram 2500 Overhaul. The Nomad. 

I've been diggin on all the Gladiator overland builds on RU-vid but then I got curious and Googled the dimensions on Gladiators and also on my 2013 Ram diesel quad cab short bed. Turns out my truck is only 11 inches longer than a Gladiator and only FIVE inches wider. Plus it ALREADY has huge axles and a big powerful motor and is WAY closer to being paid for than any new vehicle could even think about being so some AEV mods for my truck seem like a hell of a lot better investment. And I love the hell out of your videos!

The dude is seriously awesome with the cheesiness. Love that guy.

The host is freaking awesome! Subscribed!

Meaty tires! Your Ram looks so awesome out there on those trails!

Damn I'm glad I clicked on this video. That was awesome. What a beast of a truck.

I wanted 40" tires for my 2012 ram 2500 how much longer do I need to make my contral arms and find a spacer for the front drive shaft.

Great looking truck! I have a question my 2500 has a 6in loft on 37in tires have not geared it yet was wondering if the 4.56 gears would be good for my 37?

Hey I live like 20-10 min away from cashmere I live in wenatchee wa

That's a nice bumper

Can you install the power wagon e lockers in a cummins rig?

Really trying to figure out most economical way to build my expedition based ram, buying a used 2010 powerwagon gets me gears, front and rear lockers 4:1 Tcase , had components elec away bar disconnect, winch etc , my only issue is I am adding a 4 season camper for year round living in any climate and WILL be using it on off-road trails in Moab etc, so seems like the AEV conversion of suspension, 40's, fender cutouts etc makes the most sense. My biggest back and fourth issue I'd love your opinion on is being that I will be carrying a 4 season expedition truck camper I'd REALLY like the cummins, power and efficiency as well as reliability of a diesel seems like a no brainer for the use I'll be giving it. The problem is obviously dodge REFUSES to build the power wagon with the cummins????? Makes no sense to me. I want a powerwagon with the cummins and AEV conversion. YOU have done exactly this, your build with ARB airlockers AEV conversion , winch , 40's is exactly what I need. Question is is it worth it for what I need? Would a powerwagon gas with AEV upgrades be sufficient for the off-road 4 season expedition camping I'll be doing which also bytheway will be a LOT of highway miles as well. OR do I find a 2010 ram cummins do AEV prospector conversion, add ARB airlockers front and rear and gears , winch and call it good. Seems like for my use highway and heavy off-road use with a camper , the diesel /ARB setup makes most sense, BUT cost wise , is a used 2010 powerwagon going to make enough sense to offset the reliability and economy of a diesel? I need to spec out both ways and see what the cost difference is but would seem if they are similar that the diesel /ARB route would make most sense. Could I trouble you for a moment with your opinion? YOUR truck is EXACTLY what I need and want, what are your thoughts on my predicament? Let me add , I am going through a divorce, I'm 40 years old , my wife and I have severe health problems(as well as we are NOT rich so this is NOT a budgetless project, it will be my home) so she is moving to Arizona with my 18 month old daughter (I live jsut north of Moab Utah) my thought is this is the best way for me to be able to see my daughter regularly , 1000 miles away in Arizona , I won't need to bother with car rental, hotel , airfare etc etc etc , a few times a month while paying a mortgage and auto loan , utilities etc etc ,...in the long run it will be cheaper and be my full time residence and my office so may be able to write off a lot of it as a business expense etc (I'm an architect) may seem rediculous but to be a part of my daughters life it makes most sense, why pay $1500 a month in a Mortage of a home I don't want or need when I can build and live in something and stay in beautiful places and when I have time drive to Arizona for a week and take my daughter expedition camping or stay near her place to see dance recitals etc. All seems crazy I'm sure but jsut seems to make the most sense any way I look at it. Bytheway, I'm going 4 season expedition camper becaue they are good in arctic cold conditions all the way up to Saharah desert heat , they are 100% self sufficient with solar and water filtration as well as can play off the diesel if I go that route for different types of advantages . The camper option I can also detach and explore , run errands In the truck leaving a camp wherever needed. I am also toying with the idea of a winch used motorcycle lift off the back, it's common for expedition campers , I could then trade in my 2017 Yamaha fz10 supernaked sport tour for a 2015 KTM sueprduke 1290 Adventure R. A world class dual sport expedition bike with panniers , I could use this a lot of the time for errands exploring etc leaving base camp anywhere. These campers also have full hookups for campgrounds etc . I figure I can build (or have built) this type of set up won bike camper and donor vehicle for a heck of a lot less than a home mortgage and car payment combined, and can be financed like an RV on potentially a 30 year loan making he payment for my vehicle, camper and bike combined in one loan and half my mortgage payment now. May be crazy and after a year may scrap the idea , sell and buy a home like everyone Else, but who knows , maybe I'll keep it 10 years or maybe I'll sell and upgrade to a Unimog expedition vehicle, much larger but has locking diffs, full diesel hydrolics, CTIS, and a much larger camper. These start at $200,000 new turn key. My build will be nearly half that but obviously not quiet as cook but more efficient if I go diesel ram. I'm sorry to take so much of your time and anyone reading this with positive input I'd love to hear your thoughts but as a company that has built what Dodge SHOULD be doing with the powerwagon I'd really LOvE and kill to hear your thoughts on this build , powerwagon verses dodge diesel AEV conversion in regards to cost, efficiency, off road capability , in reference to carrying a expedion camper and full time living off roaring and highway use? Jsut trying to make a decision and start the process! 👍🙂

Nice truck man, I have the same truck and i want to do something like that can you tell me were do you buy the accessories? Bumper,sticker,light thanks

Gentlemen, well done! I wish I could convert me 2013 Ram to something that capable.

Great video but did you put a lift on the truck? . And what about improved braking? . Also what's the largest tires you can put on a stock 2500? . I hear it's 35 ×12.5?

Well, I was going to ask about the old used Transforce tires, if you would sell them, I have the same OEM and dont want to change them, but this vid is 4 yrs old, and it just poped in my feed, never mind then, kool looking truck! I own a 2017 RAM 2500 Cummins 4x4.

so sexy do they make a bumper like that for an 09 1500? this thing is a beast.

Do you guys sell these suspension systems? I have a 2013 Ram 2500 with rear leaves and would love to set it up just like yours.

Can you do a build like that with the Cummins version? I'd buy a Power Wagon but my biggest priority is the Cummins engine.

Great video. But can any one help me with the staring music. Thanks

I want to build my truck like this in a way but I have a few questions, do you guys have an email or something?

Great video but did you put a lift on the truck? . And what about improved braking? . Also what's the largest tires you can put on a stock 2500? . I hear it's 35 ×12.5?

Man, I beat my heroin addiction and now I have a ram 2500, can’t wait to get mine done like this maybe just on 35s, -37s, just lost my job from my dad tho cuz he can’t handle my new way of life and how I have to maintain my sobriety, long story. But seeing this build and this funny guy inspires me. I’ll get there someday. God bless and amazing build! I would be happy with Torsen limited slips or Eaton limited slips front and rear and 4.10s, heck I wanna just go find some power wagon axles and bolt em in. I’ve heard when not locked they operate as torsen limited slips anyway. Wow, it’s fun to dream. Gotta get a job first. Goals.

Editing for this video was ON point! While you do not put meats like that on a truck for economy, I would love to know what kind of economy you are getting with the gears putting it back in its normal powerband and a minor lift for massive tires.

How much would this cost the average person?

Looks like the Ram Runners dad lol

Great job on the truck! Looks gnarly.

nice car.

way too few videos like this, of a Cummins rock crawling/off-roading. Way too many videos of Cummins doing stupid stuff like wasting tires and so on...

How do you think a mega cab with those same parts would do in Moab? Would it just be too long to make it through the trails?

Where do I find the fender kit? I assume you have to cut the stock fenders right

What's the RPM cruising at 75 MPH?

super clean. super nice......

What’s the biggest “difficult “ you have when trailing this pick truck ? Thank you

Beautiful work guys!

Do you guys partner with dealerships/manufacturers so that warrantees don't get voided?

So nice to see a Ram with proper offroad wheels... im so sick of chicken bucket american forces on these trucks.

Such a nice truck!

Do you have any more footage of the Nomad on Kane Creek Canyon or any other trails? I'd love to see some of the raw footage from Moab!

So you guys added 3 inch lift plus a Bigger Fenders to Squeeze on 40s

What's the song played @ 8:12 ? Thanks!

Looks like it could go with 44" tires..?

may i just say, this girl looks AMAZING

Killer man!

nice set up; congrats. I got one question, for that 3" lift, did you have to change your pitman arm for a longer one?

What's the biggest tire you van fit on a stock Power Wagon?

Awsome video and set up. I would like to do something similar but with 35's. Warranties kind of gone after this? I just bought a 2016 ram 2500 diesel laramie with air load leveler in the rear.

Pretty sick. No rocker protection though?

Strong ram!

Excellent build! Where can we get those bad ass rear fender flags?

Who makes the gears? I need some for my 2017 6.4 Hemi badly. The trans is geared for the Cummins torque curve so it leaves the truck flat footed a lot.

Ide kill to just have those fender flares and bumper

That is very awesome I have the 2015 2500 with the 6.4. I live in Alberta Canada is there somewhere in Canada and I can get this done or buy the stuff

BAMF

Perfect....Very good presentation....Im from Germany....top....Nomad.....baaaaaaam

Honest question, when you were pulling with the truck on the highway. What trailer were you pulling, and how did the truck handle during the trip with the trailer and the 40" tires?

no video on fender flare cutout install?

you replace the whole fenders? its sick!!! q n° 2 : what is the criuser speed on the road? too much noisy?

Great video. I enjoyed watching.

Where did you get the flag wrap on the back of the truck?

Fucking awesome!

I would love to see a crew cab long bed with this kit.

Thought I recognized Kane creek.

where I can buy cut out fender flares? thanks.

That is freaking awesome ,grate video

Cooper, please be my dad.

Where do you get them cut out fender flares from ? I can't find them anywhere

You are entertainment personified!

nice... did the rear axle and tire upgrade effect the fuel consumption?

Coop take me wheeling with you!!

I wanna do this set up on our ram but not sure how I feel about C rated tires under a full size diesel they need some 40s with E ratings

Would portals have been a better option, or the cost is not worth it.

Music at 6 minutes?

How much total

My next build....one day 😀

What a monster!

that looks superb!!! i want one

All I can say very nice.

Great truck and nice scenery

What's the name of the background music used during the Moab footage?

Love it

Why not upgrade the brakes while at it?

make my 2500 look like that

How would your diesel 2500 compare off road to a Power Wagon.

Good Job, Awesome. I am getting a new 2016 this holiday weekend!!!

What’s the song at 7:50.

How much to do this to my truck

Out of pure curiosity, what type of mpg are you seeing with the 40's?

any suggestions on what to do with my 2016 powerwagon

just buy a power wagon

Price? A need one

awesome truck

💪💪💪💪💪👌👌👌👍👍👍

Awesome build 😁

What is the cost of this package?

Great work

Cooper , what about fitting a disconnect sway bar form the Power Wagon ? Can it be done , do you have a kit for this ?

Awesome mods, really wish I had the money to do this to my 06.

👍

Manual or auto trans?