Are there any issues with the new Ram 1500?

Ram’s AC performance from the new 5th gen 1500 & 4.5 2500 is a disappointment to many owners (and some potential owners, self included). The most important fact per my readings & experience with the new Ram trucks: FCA changed the physical architecture of the RAM AC systems from the prior gen models.

Are there any issues with the Ram blend door?

The current blend door’s sourced by RAM for these new gen trucks are either faulty from the jump, have short lifespans of effectiveness, or are just not adequate. Only time will tease out that answer. Time will also tease out what (if any) other contributing factors may be.

What kind of AC does a Ram 1500 have?

Over the months, I’ve test driven too many RAM vehicles , a small handful of Sierra 1500 AT4’s & an even smaller handful of AT4 HD’s (only recently have they hit lots in my area). Ram’s AC performance from the new 5th gen 1500 & 4.5 2500 is a disappointment to many owners (and some potential owners, self included).

Is there a problem with my Ram HVAC?

Ram’s blend door dependency for their HVAC has been a proven problem source (many times over) via various Ram owner-designed AC system hacks which employ clamps & valves to isolate the heater core. These home brew fixes immediately improve AC system performance via significant airflow temp reduction.

How many ramboxes are in RAM HD 2500?

As you might imagine, there are a lot of 2500 and 3500 configurations, so the file has 21 different charts sorted by weight class, powertrain, trim level and cab configuration, as well as (long and short) RamBox usage.

What’s the GVWR of a RAM HD 3500?

The highest payload number on one-ton models is 6,730 pounds; the lowest is 3,390. The lowest GVWR for the Ram HD 3500 is 10,000 pounds. Of special note, gearing choices for both standard 2500 and 3500 trucks include 3.42:1, 3.73:1 and 4.10:1 gearsets.

Are there any Ram trucks with a / C issues?

On the positive side of that, the purchase decision delay has allowed my new truck interest to expand upstack from the half tons to HD’s (Ram 2500 & Sierra AT4 HD). Over the months, I’ve test driven too many RAM vehicles , a small handful of Sierra 1500 AT4’s & an even smaller handful of AT4 HD’s (only recently have they hit lots in my area).

Is there an issue with my Ram 2500?

I originally hoped the RAM AC issue was isolated to the 5th gen half-tons, but the Blend Door dependency also appears to be the paradigm RAM/FCA used for the 2500’s. I have not directly confirmed this on the 2500’s, but anecdotally based on the ac performance… it appears to be the case.

Is the Ram 2500 Laramie Longhorn fully loaded?

I have a 2018 Ram 2500 Laramie LongHorn with a 8′ bed. It was custom ordered fully loaded. Within 300 miles we noticed a vibration, tires out of balance. We took it back for a cosmetic buckle replacement and they said to drive it a while before trying to balance the tires.

What was the Edmunds rating of the Ram 2500?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2020 2500 both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.9 out of 10. And then there’s safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it’s like to own and maintain a Ram 2500. Learn more

How many miles does a bighorn ram go?

103 miles on my ram…. won’t **** from park to drive. I’ve been wanting to buy a new ram for MANY years. I found out about the redesigned body style a few years ago and decided to hold out. I finally just purchased a bighorn last week and It today just broke 100 miles.

Are there any issues with the new Ram 1500?