biggman100 Posted February 6, 2016 Share Posted February 6, 2016 I am looking for some real world advice for someone who is looking to purchase either a Dodge Ram, 2003 to 2009, or Chevy 1500. He is looking for a crew cab, 4x4, automatic, gas. The reason i am asking here is because i honestly don't have much experience with either truck. My experience is limited to older Dakota's, Bronco II's, S-10's, mainly the smaller trucks, at least, from an ownership perspective. The last full size truck i owned was a 1972 Dodge D150. Anyway, what i am looking for, is advice on maintenance costs, any oddball repair issues that may crop up, real world mileage, basically anything that will help him decide which is the better choice. I know, ultimately, it is still his decision, but, i figure this may give him some good tips and pointers. I know i could go online and read reviews, but, i don't always trust those, i prefer to hear from people who actually own and use their vehicles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Moses Ludel Posted February 6, 2016 Administrators Share Posted February 6, 2016 biggman100...For a crew cab 4x4, I lean toward a Dodge Ram 2500, not the 1500. Weight and load capacity aside, the Ram 2500 has a beam axle, unlike either the 1500 Dodge/Ram or a GM 1500. I'm partial to the non-IFS chassis and axle arrangement. Other than that issue, the crew cab in a full size truck suggests a 3/4-ton (2500) rated chassis if carrying capacity is a concern. Many get by with the 1500 Quad Cab, our youngest son has a 2013 Ram 1500 4WD Crew Cab (bona fide big rear doors with a very short bed) that he likes. It has the 5.7L Hemi gasoline engine...I'm a Cummins diesel guy, but the diesel models come with a bigger price tag whether new or used.As for GM, they build a durable and attractive truck. Here it comes down to brand preference. I was strictly GM until the IFS 4WD era then switched to Dodge and Ram.My two cents worth...Moses Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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