The Offical B.S Thread!!!!

[0212353]

thats a HARD call there...

[myoung84]

What' bad is there's only $840 difference in price, with the 1500 being slightly cheaper.

[myoung84]

2500 Mega Cab 4x4 6'4" Bed
Granite Crystal Monotone
Black Interior
Uconnect 8.4AN
Leather Bench Seats
IP Mounted Aux Switches
Keyless Enter 'N Go
CD Player
Remote Start
18" Wheels
Tow Mirrors
Spray-In Bedliner
6.4L Hemi Engine
220-Amp Alternator
4.10 Gears
Anti-Spin Differential
Protection Group
MSRP $53,295


1500 Crew Cab 4x4 6'4" Bed
Granite Crystal Monotone
Black Interior
Uconnect 8.4AN
Leather Bench Seats
CD Player
Remote Start
20" Wheels
Spray-In Bedliner
3.0L Diesel Engine
3.92 Gears
Engine Block Heater
Anti-Spin Differential
Ptotection Group
Tow Mirror/Trailer Brake Group
Convenience Group
MSRP $52,455

[BMRbrnSNRbrd]

My first instinct was to say 1500, but for that money, I think I would have to have a 2500 MC. However, isn't the reason you are tired of the Power Wagon basically that its a 2500? I mean rough ride, lower mpg, etc.

[myoung84]

Yes and no. A modified PW, low gears, big tires, stiff suspension, etc is why I'm really tired of it, at least for a truck that spends all of it's time on pavement. A new 2500 with stock size tires, new front and rear suspension, and more efficient engine and gearing solves these problems. I'd get into a roomier truck with softer ride and at least 15 MPG highway, or better from what I'm reading. That's a step in the right direction. I also compared the weight of the two trucks with the info on the Ram body builders guide and the 2500 Mega is only 1300 lbs heavier. That's pretty impressive.

The 1500 would do everything I want to do but I just have a feeling that I'd regret not getting the Mega...

Figuring the price for 87 octane vs diesel and 15 MPG vs 25 MPG, the Mega would be about $1000 more per year in fuel for 12k mile per year.

[(S.M.R) 101]

I know the eco seems like a good deal but there has been some kick back about it.. I know it wasn't made for performance but intended for gas mileage but people are saying it has no balls what so ever.. and that the price off set for the better mileage savings you would have to have the truck for 12 years to break even on fuel savings cost.. Granted that diesel prices don't sky rocket like they have up here in NY and PA. $4.80 per gallon for diesel..... Which is why I didn't even consider the eco after some digging.

the 2500's ride a lot better then the 12 model. Have you test drove one yet Morgan? I think the mega is rated lower HP then the CC 6.4L I've read that it's reduced to 390 HP on the mega cab.. Don't quote me but I found a few articles on it. Not that it really matter anyway.

I'd say stick with a 1500 Hemi or go with the Mega 6.4L!

[myoung84]

Yes, I've driven two actually, but they were crew cab and not Mega. I was impressed with the ride quality.

Only the 3500 Mega is rated lower, and I think they just lowered the rev limiter to meet some noise level BS or something. Power up to that point would be the same. The 2500 gets the full 410 HP. I wish they would show the torque curves on the 5.7 and 6.4. From what I could tell in a short test drive, the 6.4 had a lot better low end power. If I could pull 16 MPG in a Mega on the highway I'd be stoked. The Jeep only gets about 18. LOL

I think I'm just getting old and want a vehicle that I can leave stock.

[romadrod]

Originally Posted by (S.M.R) 101 I know the eco seems like a good deal but there has been some kick back about it.. I know it wasn't made for performance but intended for gas mileage but people are saying it has no balls what so ever.. and that the price off set for the better mileage savings you would have to have the truck for 12 years to break even on fuel savings cost.. Granted that diesel prices don't sky rocket like they have up here in NY and PA. $4.80 per gallon for diesel..... Which is why I didn't even consider the eco after some digging.

I think the ecodiesel has plenty of balls. Enough to pass easily on the highway and it gets up to speeds quick enough. The engine just doesn't make the typical roar when you step on it. Sounds like a gasser IMO. I haven't towed yet with it but I will soon. I am sure it will pull fine for what I need.

[(S.M.R) 101]

Originally Posted by romadrod I think the ecodiesel has plenty of balls. Enough to pass easily on the highway and it gets up to speeds quick enough. The engine just doesn't make the typical roar when you step on it. Sounds like a gasser IMO. I haven't towed yet with it but I will soon. I am sure it will pull fine for what I need.

Not trying to bash it and I don't like to make statements until I do my own research about items before I make myself look like an ass lol.

I've just been reading blogs about it and following a few owners of the eco's postings but a lot of people have been giving negative feed back on the power... But then again some people were probably thinking they were going to get the power of a Cummins motor and didn't really understand the reason for the 1500 eco release.

I'm hoping I get to test drive one when they arrive on some dealer lots so I can at least have the chance to try it out. I do think it is an awesome offer from RAM to get a 1500 diesel. But like stated with diesel fuel at a super high I wasn't considering it due to the wide timeline of making money back for better fuel economy to offset the price of the actual truck.

[myoung84]

Our diesel prices aren't too bad lately. 89 is about 3.50 and diesel is 3.60. Pretty much a wash on fill up.