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MikeNH Senior Enthusiast

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The HUGE RAM emblem on the tailgate is atrocious [emoji12]

 

Only on two trims.

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Imcrazy Senior Enthusiast

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It looks like it's been swallowed by a mule and crapped off a cliff....

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Jernik Enthusiast

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I had a 2010 RAM 1500 RCSB 4x4 with the 5.7 and 3.55 gears. It never spent a day in the shop outside of a couple recalls (I did my own oil changes).

 

Things I liked:

 

-The Hemi had good power. Arguments about wins at the drag strip are irrelevant, IMO. Every forum of every make has people bragging about whipping the ass off of the other brands all day long. It's like an argument about pecker size; everyone exaggerates.

 

-The ride was great. Towed and hauled fine for me, but I will admit I was never even close to the stated max capacity, so take my word on towing/hauling with a grain of salt.

 

-I liked the styling of it.

 

 

Things I didn't like:

 

-5 Speed transmission was not impressive. It worked, but was generally slushy and indecisive.

 

-Overly sensitive nanny systems. Almost got me killed when pulling out into traffic once - there was a little wheelspin (and I mean little, the 3.55 was not stout off the line), then TC kicked in and it fell on it's damn face right in the middle of oncoming traffic - like I had shut the key off! Absolutely unacceptable and I hated it ever since because I couldn't trust it.

 

-Seats were uncomfortable for me

 

Why I bought GM this time?

 

I like the seats better.

 

The 6spd is way better than the RAM 5 spd (no clue on the 8 speeds of either brand).

 

My 5.3 doesn't cut all power if I create a little wheel spin off the line.

 

I find the styling of the 14-15's to be just as appealing as the RAM.

 

I was ready to try something different.

 

Why not Ford / Toyota / Nissan?

 

Ford styling is OK, not sold on the aluminum yet (repair concerns if needed). Do not like the Ford interior. At all.

 

Toyota - love the full sliding back glass. Good power. Truck is dated, and cost more than comparable GM, RAM, or Ford. Seemed like a lot more.

 

Nissan - Like Toyota, dated. Don't really care for the exterior styling or the interior.

 

Ranked I would go GM, RAM, Toyota, Ford, Nissan.

GMC-AT Senior Enthusiast

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Nissan is coming out with a complete re design...a lot nicer..but still wouldn't buy

 

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Front Runner Enthusiast

Front Runner

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1. GM

2. Ford

3. Toyota

4. RAM

5. Nissan

 

Just my opinion. I'm sure some won't like it. :nopity:

 

My ranking list also.

 

RAM trucks don't look nearly as good as GM or Ford trucks. RAM resale value isn't as good either. RAM trucks also have issues like any other truck but as stated earlier, some forums simply don't allow the amount of complaints that's allowed here, either by rules or members attacking complaint posts/posters. Sure, RAM has some things going for it but I question long term quality of FCA products.

Jernik Enthusiast

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RAM's new grilles are hideous. Granted, it's just a couple models, but still.

 

I was intrigued by the new Nissan XD, saw some videos about it online, but it wasn't on the lots yet when I was ready to buy, and I wasn't really wanting to wait a year to let them work bugs out of the new model. Still not sure I like the styling of it though. It's better than the previous gen, but still not as nice as GM, Ford, or even RAM's aging profile, IMO.

GPGuy Senior Enthusiast

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My list

1. GM

2. RAM

3. Ford

 

As for the other 2...well in my world they don't exist. lol

MikeNH Senior Enthusiast

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My list

1. GM

2. RAM

3. Ford

 

As for the other 2...well in my world they don't exist. lol

 

 

Yep. I always refer to the fullsize truck makers as the "three brands that actually matter". lol

Daly Senior Enthusiast

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Nissan is coming out with a complete re design...a lot nicer..but still wouldn't buy

 

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IMO the current Titan is 100x better looking then the new Titan. The new Titan just doesn't look right, it looks like Homer Simpson designed it. Looks like the bastard child of Ford, Dodge and Toyota. The only thing it has going for it is the 5.0 Cummins, and it's yet to be proven in longevity…

thrasher2010 Enthusiast

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So far I am loving my Ram Laramie. It was a sad day when I had trade of my 14' Silverado. I loved that truck but the vibration was getting to me, and the dealers not wanting to fix it or even try sucked.

 

 

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GPGuy Senior Enthusiast

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Yep. I always refer to the fullsize truck makers as the "three brands that actually matter". lol

I like the way you think. :thumbs:

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Sierra89 Enthusiast

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I think Most Trucks these days are pretty reliable if properly maintained. I keep my trucks for a long time so I'm not sold on the little ecoboost engines ford uses. IMHO I can see potential reliability issues coming once they a lot of mileage on them. I'd prefer to work on a V8 or a N/A V6. I also find everything about the new F150 ugly, but that is subjective.

 

My Dad is currently looking a buying a slightly used truck and the 2014 Ram Laramie is the leading contender. There is more availability in our area and we both like the looks and interior a lot. I hate the shift dial, but I guess that can be overlooked.

But, to be honest it won't see much work, more like a daily driver that hauls a trailer occasionally.

 

My current rating of trucks:

1) GM

2) RAM

3) Nissan (older Titan, not a fan of the new one)

4) Toyota Tacoma

5) My Mountain Bike

6) An Old Lada

7) Current gen Ford

GPGuy Senior Enthusiast

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^^ I could be wrong but it almost sounds like you don't like the new Fords. :rollin:

thrasher2010 Enthusiast

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I think Most Trucks these days are pretty reliable if properly maintained. I keep my trucks for a long time so I'm not sold on the little ecoboost engines ford uses. IMHO I can see potential reliability issues coming once they a lot of mileage on them. I'd prefer to work on a V8 or a N/A V6. I also find everything about the new F150 ugly, but that is subjective.

 

My Dad is currently looking a buying a slightly used truck and the 2014 Ram Laramie is the leading contender. There is more availability in our area and we both like the looks and interior a lot. I hate the shift dial, but I guess that can be overlooked.

But, to be honest it won't see much work, more like a daily driver that hauls a trailer occasionally.

 

My current rating of trucks:

1) GM

2) RAM

3) Nissan (older Titan, not a fan of the new one)

4) Toyota Tacoma

5) My Mountain Bike

6) An Old Lada

7) Current gen Ford

I just sold my 2014 Silverado at the beginning of November for 2015 Ram

1500 Laramie, and I must say I absolutely love it. It was a sad day when traded my Silverado I loved it, but it had a vibration problem ..

 

 

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