I'm new to diesels. Looking at trading my 2019 1500longhorn for one of theese but probably a 2020. Is their any reason a person can't just change out the pump for a more reliable one?
You don’t really need to, just run fuel injector lubricator a couple times a month, get your diesel from a truck stop since they typically have more filters, and make sure it’s a #2 diesel or 50 cetane rating or higher 👍🏾
@@JB_WhoWork I'm Canadian I don't think I have much options with grades of diesel. It's hard enough to find high octane Gass. But I'll definitely check the local stations of anywhere it'll be available at the co-op. The lube is nice to know can definitely deal with that
@Mctrician2 you are sooooo wrong. First off if you want to talk Gass we have 3 "grades" grades are not better or worse octane raiting is how tough it is to detonate the fuel air mixture higher octane for higher compression engines. Our fuel is not any better then the USA in terms of cleanliness and it really depends on how clean the fuel stations tanks are. Bio fuels are harmful to most engines and we have alot of bio fuel mixes in Canada. If your from Europe you would have access to 6 grades up to 97 octane my Jetta for example needed 95 octane so I had to add octane booster to "premium.gass". In Canada we have one grade of diesel, the only regulation on it is it has to be ultra low sulfer, cetain raiting isn't provided and ranges terrible from fill up to fill up. Additives are pretty much all Sudo science and placebos.
@Mctrician2 oh ya, and I might currently live in the "boonies" I'm a oil patch welder in Alberta I have as much access in fact more then I had when I lived in the city of Vancouver. Theirs a lack of diesel in the big cities
Great review! Thank you, I was literally 2 days from buying a 2020 version of this identical truck! Now I may reconsider for a 2021 for the fuel pump issue. You just earned a ‘like’ and subscribe, my man!
Once again, great review! You're the only one so far to mention about how to store the running boards, along with the ability to remove the little storage containers for easy cleanup. Thanks! Have a blessed weekend
Thanks for taking the time to Demo my New Truck, Should be ready this week. After my Son, Brother in Law and Nephew bough there's I figured it's time for me, Retiring a 1997 F350 Powerstroke Dually Crew, it's Standard Trans was no longer easy for me. A well deserved replacement The Ram, I'll drop by in a few months and let you know if I'm still smiling, Blessings !
Dude Ram should hire you. I’ve bought more new trucks over the years than anyone I know and you just demonstrated how a salesman should be with a prospective customer. However, most of the time I get a nerd who knows nothing about the product he’s trying to sell. Great video!
Your coverage on that ram is excellent. I've got an 04 2500 which is still pretty nice and a good workhorse but after watching yr c ommentary,, I may have to consider an up grade. Well done!
Best review I've seen... Awesome job. PS you are right on the cost approaching a limited. We are getting one this weekend and we saved money over building up to one.
@@danmoro1526 I would buy one like that in a heartbeat but the painted bumpers scare me. I feel like it would be rock chip like crazy. I have seen people that color match line x the bumper that look pretty good.
Interesting point about the computer not letting you have the power of you don’t our a load on it. I know they have torque management in the first couple of gears so that you don’t break anything with all that power...just a talking point.
Yup I always felt like it didn’t seem that much quicker off the line than a standard Cummins but when you hit it loaded, the truck takes off a lot stronger!
This was a great review JB. I really want a Ram but that CP4 definitely scares me big time. If they have indeed gone away from that and went back to the CP3 then maybe, just maybe a Ram is in the near future. If not then the GMC AT4 is my choice. Thanks for the video.
Thanks David! Yea I am still on the fence about the CP4 because of the fuel pressure the CP4 is capable of but we shall see! Would love to get my hands on a GMC AT4 HD 😍
Thank you so much for the review sir. I am about the purchase this truck after watching. You provided a very detailed walk through. Since I am ordering a truck from the factory, this was very helpful!
I’m a Chevy guy through and through but the Rams are good looking trucks. A friend of mine has a 2020 Big Horn Night package that is a nice truck for sure. That color really suits the Rams too. I prefer bright red and white for trucks but that color is sharp on Rams.
This truck is the same color as your Camaro in your thumbnail. I don’t recall seeing a blackout Chevy truck but I’ve seen several GMC Sierra’s with blackout packages... Does Chevy have one available on higher trims?
Yes it is! My car is kind of a weird paint job but it’s cool. The front is that maroon color and then about halfway of the doors it kinda fades/splatters into a deep purple/blue color. For 2021 they do. They offer a Z71 Sport package that gives painted bumpers and grille crossbar. Black grille inserts with black badges and either black 18” or 20” wheels. Black painted mirror caps and door handles. It’s available on LT or LTZ and even on an LT it comes with full LED lights that was previously only available on LTZ and High Country. It’s restricted to just a few colors (I know for sure red, blue and white) but it’s an awesome package and I’m seriously considering trying to trade for one sometime this year. They also have the Midnight package now too that is same package but a black truck only.
Great review! I ordered my ram 2500 December 4th, it's scheduled to be built January 21st, can't wait to get it. Glad it has the CP3 and not the cp4. I ended up getting the granite crystal with the night package, the Delmonico red was a close second.
JB Reviews: I want to thank you for this particular video. I've just gotten email confirming my 2022 Ram 2500 Big Horn, Night Edition is built and ready for shipping. I added several options/packages that brought the final price to 68K dollars. Off road pkg., premium lighting, deluxe buckets, rear view camera, 12" Uconnect, bed utility group, Hemi, 4:10 anti slip rear, 220 alternator, Level C pkg, Crew cab, 4x4, Sun roof, flat black side steps, and the final price included my state of CA taxes, licensing and documentation fees. I did get the Delmonico paint as well after seeing this exact video. If you're in the market for a new truck, try Jim Doran CJDR in McMinnville, Oregon. My factory order was placed on November 17 and is already completed and ready for shipping. I paid cash BTW. My saleslady at Jim Doran CJDR told me that mine is the quickest build the dealership has ever seen.
i just ordered new 3500 long horn,im trading in my 2012 ,its been great truck but im craving a new one got good deal too,arrive on my birthday may 30, cant wait!! great video!
The new ram 2021’s post 1st quarter lots are cp3 (Thank god). I commented on a previous video you had for the 2020 where I said they may come out with a new fuel pump, but this is even better. The cp3 is tried and true. Glad ram came to their senses
Yea... it’s not as bad as it used to be. Keep in mind it was 30 degrees outside and if tires were warmed up, it probably wouldn’t have been so bad. My 19 is bad due to my aggressive tires though 👍🏾
Price of heavy duty trucks, tire and shock selection has a lot to do with it. I have my 18' 3500 DRW switched to Coopers for the high silica/low rebound and that has helped dramatically with road vibrations; Bilsteins help too since Mopar shocks might at best last 8k miles for ya, mine where shot on a new truck when I swapped them out. If you want comfort, get a Chevy, and outside of their 45-6500, Ram is the only one with air suspension/assist. Yes you can add that, but its nice to push a button to drop my 5th Wheel and keep the legs the same height, makes hookup a breeze.
Ford seats shake a bit as well. Can’t feel it but you can see the passenger seat shaking a bit. Thank god they went the cp3. Not sure how the resale will be on the 19 and 20s with the issues they have had???
Good to know, I think Chevy trucks don’t have any wobble and it’s probably in part to that independent front suspension. The CP4 shouldn’t affect resale value as I’m sure it didn’t on the LML trucks. Sure someone could chime in 👍🏾
I’m not sure if you’ll see this, but three years later the exact same truck is back on the lot in Thurmont (same VIN) and I’m looking HARD at it. It would also be pretty cool to say I own a truck featured in a RU-vid video lol!
Well my 2021 Ram 2500 with the hemi has nearly 3k lbs payload and rated to tow almost 17k lbs with 4.10s. If you want more payload then why not go to the 3500 srw? That's basically the only difference between the 2500s and 3500 SRW...
I bought 2020 RAM 2500 Larmie Crew Cab on 12/30. It's been in the shop for 8 days so far in January with check engine light P02999. It only has 1200 miles on it. I love it and hope they can get it figured out.
Great review but as someone that pulls a lot I will say you are wrong about it being best for light towing. I love my 2016 ram but absolutely hate you have to pay more to upgrade to get power matching the others and really hurts ram I think. My 2016 has 160k miles and pulls 15k pounds regularly and on the occasion has been loaded well past legal limits. My truck has performed amazingly with zero breakdowns(except front wheel bearings) and is totally stock, the regular transmission is also a little harsh and much more in its element when towing. More rough than an Allison Chevy going to church but smoother than an Allison with a heavy load. Hell I towed a 45ft 9k lbsgooseneck with a 7k lbs tractor and 11k lbs skid steer 4 hours in southern heat and tranny stayed cool. Most people buy these things for their campers and there is not a camper made that I would not tow across country and no you do not need a duelly
I know this is an old video, but I can pretty much guarantee they didn't up the hp and torque on the standard output because they know that the 68rfe can't take much if any more before they start running into huge issues in stock trucks. They've always had the excuse of "the 68RFE is a fine transmission stock, its only when you add hp and torque that issues occur and stuff breaks." But now they're at the tipping point where they cant add cause they're getting to the levels that cause the transmission to need to be beefed up in the aftermarket. They need to get rid of the 68rfe and do it soon, otherwise they're just going to keep falling behind Ford and GM in the hp and torque wars for the 2500's.
Now if they can just put a reliable transmission in their diesel trucks, and just have one engine and transmission and not have different levels depending on the model. You’re absolutely right about the power, can’t tell a difference. I felt like my 16 had better performance than the 20. I haven’t driven the 21.
Great video, I’m currently looking at the new Ram to replace my 07 2500 with a Cummins. Pays to do some research, I had no idea the fuel pump was such an issue. Been looking at the lower priced 2020s that are still out there.
It is a light tower. For those that think it is for heavy towing, they don’t understand 4-wheeler trailers are not that heavy. Love my 2018 CP3 with 930lbs of torque. 70ft.lbs less is not that bad of a trade off just to not have to deal with a CP4
@@JB_WhoWork 😂 you got me, I’m bleeding, but I got to get two jobs and a paper route before I can tow what you tow lol. I can’t afford to tow much more,
I miss my Cummins. I had a 2016 and at 16k miles the exhaust system clogged up and needed to be replaced. I traded it in for a 2018 2500 Laramie Mega in the Hemi. I love this setup but I miss the diesel. In the 2 years I had it, it only went into regen 1 time. That is a great motor. I’m thinking of getting another.
Thanks Mikey! The TRX in army green would be sick in my opinion. Yea once they redesign this truck, I’m gonna jump ship as I’m sure transmission will be updated 👍🏾
I did discover that many optional features can be turned on or off with one of those sophisticated scanning devices. So if the scanner can get into the operating computer system they can find a list of options that you may not have paid for like the zoom camera that can be turned on.
My 2021 3500 pulls 22670 lbs.any computerized diesel the computer gives just enough power to do the work. 25 percent of the power is held back for lights,heater and air conditioning .
Can you help me out with a recommendation. I’m about to pull the trigger on an order for a 2500 mega cab with the 6.4L and rear air suspension. I’ll be using it as a daily driver and a weekend tow vehicle. My max tow weight would be around 14,000 lbs. my dealer is pushing me to get the 3500 with Cummins, but I don’t really want the maintenance or rough ride of a 3500 with diesel. I live in Michigan so no major hills, but plenty of horrible roads. The 2500 with air suspension seems to cover what I need without over spending. Thanks. I really enjoy your channel. 👍🏻
Hey Jeff, I think you should consider a 3500 with a 6.4L, 4.10 rear, and air suspension. Only reason why I say that is because a 14k fifth wheel will most likely have a pin weight around 3000#’s and a 3500 allows you to pick up an additional 1300#’s +/- of payload. The 3500 will ride slightly rougher but you won’t regret it. Your other option is a slightly lighter trailer around 10k and the gas 2500 would be perfect 👍🏾
So I assume for the base price of the truck at $52k it included a motor? The upcharge of $10k for the Cummins is ridiculous. Ain't a Dodge Cummins made worth $72k let alone a short box.
The numbers you got on the dyno are lower because it's a chassis dyno. Oems advertise power at the flywheel, not the wheels. 1000 tq at the flywheel would only result in 800ish at the wheels (estimate) due to parasitic loss from the drivetrain. Thx for coming to my Ted talk.
Thanks for sharing. If he was able to put my truck under load, it would have been in the high 800HP low 900HP based off of what others were able to get. But I still think the unloaded power is high 600hp low 700hp range to protect the torque converter in the transmission. Appreciate the Ted talk 👍🏾
I have a 3500 SRW HO Lone-star Mega cab but decide go back to 2500 Limited. I have RV but not towing so much, considering the comfort and some features, I decide back to a 2500. And the one is Red, too! I know Mega will lost some towing capability, so I go with a crew cab.
I’m eager to drive a new HO and see how it is compared to the 19-20. I’ve now owned a 19 and 20 and both have been highly problematic. My older Rams...12, 14, 17, 18 all problem free while I had them. These last two, it’s always something.
One of the Best reviews I have seen. I do have a question about the 68rfe transmission. I own a 2017 2500 Laramie 6.7 CC/short bed 4x4 with the 68rfe, Has there been any change at all to this transmission? My truck runs and drives very nicely - I just want to check if the 68rfe has changed. Thanks in Advance.
In comparison yes it's light towing. Plus your payload is going to be just north of 2000lbs on the 2500. So you will be limited if you want to be legal.
Hi JB. You don't have to go in the meniu to control your seat heat/ cooled, when you actually start the truck and you put in revers is popping automatically and you can control it.
Great review however you are confused about getting all the power in the ho version. That was because the dyno can't put it under load. On the street you are getting all the power all the time regardless of there being a trailer attached or not. That dyno just couldn't measure it.
That Ram looks almost as good as you and me. Peel off the 4x4 badge and get rid of the Transforces and it would be perfect. Bro lots of companies walking in on their farts theses days! Your killing me! Hahaha!
😂😂😂 these trucks starting to look too good for their own good! I agree the truck is made complete with some Ridge Grapplers and stickers pulled off 🔥🔥🔥 Lol I felt like I had to make fun of RAM for using the CP4... Bosch basically pooped on GM so RAM thought they were done 😆 👍🏾
Sup up G.. .great video? I'm looking exactly this type of truck for non cdl trucking under 10,000 GVWR. Do you think I can buy the 2021 ram 6.7 lit cumming torbo desiel for under $50k? I live the DMV area. ..any reference will greatly appreciate it. 🙏
But the 2500 increased the towing by 1,000lb still without any power increase. Do the BD Diesel valve body upgrade on the 68 and you're better than an Aisin and you can tune the trans as you wish too. The Aisin is not friendly tunable
Nothing more good looking is that Delmonico red plus that midnight edition package. I would get that in a dually in a second. The 1 thing I don't like about my truck is the soft brakes. They just feel spongey. I've been to the dealership about it and they say the brakes are normal. Great review JB thanks brother 👍.
I have to say the seat shake is a known issue. Not those Junk Firestones. If you drive it 70 mph there is a wiggle you feel in your butt, also look in rearview mirror. My 17, gas had it 18 Cummins. Thurne sells rear track bar replacement. It did help but but i wouldn’t recommend spending the $ unless you OCD like me. Yes you Can feel it. Trust me.
I see alot of hate for the CP4.2, but I've yet to see/hear of one going kaboom that has been maintained properly. The only thing I have heard is that they are a bit noisy and they do not like to be ran dry at all. 19s have been out for awhile and you would think if there was a big issue you would hear a lot more about it.
@@JB_WhoWork Its actually a CP4.2 pump that is the replacement, similar CP4 to the newer Superduties. The CP3 doesn't meet emissions standards. From what I've read is that the CP3 will create higher injection pressure but will have a much higher fuel flow rate to achieve that pressure where the CP4 creates the same pressure at a lower flow(thus lower fuel consumption and lower emissions) Don't get me wrong, I still think the CP3 is a superior pump but not once have I seen Cummins/Dodge TSB of reverting back to CP3... only replacing with the updated symmetrical design pump and reflashing ECM. imgur.com/HUgRO8N
Love Delmonico, just bought a 20 3500 Mega with Aisin, have a 18 Crew Cab Delmonico going up for sale after warranty trans swap. Fully agree, the Aisin without a load seems jerky as daily driver
