ETA for Diesel on Dealer lots, any word yet?

[iamtheav8r]

Anyone who buys anything needs luck these days

true, but some things will require more than others. That diesel motor would be the last engine I'd ever want to own.

 

[RSConsulting]

true, but some things will require more than others. That diesel motor would be the last engine I'd ever want to own.

OK - I'll bite. WHY that particular motor?

Rick

 

[Richard320]

OK - I'll bite. WHY that particular motor?

Rick

https://5thgenrams.com/community/th...e-of-these-today-but.15499/page-2#post-211612 ought to clarify

 

[iamtheav8r]

OK - I'll bite. WHY that particular motor?

Rick

The number of catastrophic failures reported on the 3.0 ecodiesel are ridiculous. Rod cap failures, lower end issues, poor MPG, etc and so on. They stopped making them for a reason. This "new" version isn't new enough. Feel free to be a beta tester for Fiat, but I wouldn't consider it. Tons of data out there if you do a little research.

 

[iamtheav8r]

https://5thgenrams.com/community/th...e-of-these-today-but.15499/page-2#post-211612 ought to clarify

While I recognize the general consensus is that Ram buyers are blue collar and not well educated, I won't stoop to your level here. I choose to think there's some pretty smart folks on here that can teach me a lot about these. The signal to noise here isn't too bad, except when some feel the need to flex their internet muscles. I'm sorry if the way I speak scares you.

 

[iamtheav8r]

OK - I'll bite. WHY that particular motor?

Rick

Here's one to start you off

Eco diesel engine failures

On Sept 19, 2015 my 2015 Eco Diesel Blew Up. Just over 17,000 miles. I was about to do it's second oil change. First one was done by the dealer I bought the truck from. I was on a short trip at the time. Chrysler wanted to tow it a few miles to a local dealer. I didn't want a long distance...

www.ram1500diesel.com

 

[NewLove]

The percentages of engine failures are actually quite low. People just hear the bad and not the good on the internet.

It’s almost like what’s going on Politically right now.


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[Narg]

Why would anyone be afraid of an engine designed and built by one of the most prestigious diesel engine companies in the world? Seems kind of alarmist, and not very realistic.

 

[Narg]

Just found a local dealer with 4 on the lot. Of course, just heading out of town now, so it'll be next week 'til I can test drive one. Oh well.

 

[tyresmoker]

My dealer just got one in this morning. I am hoping to go and drive it this afternoon.

 

[NewLove]

Awesome. Please report back!!


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[tyresmoker]

Awesome. Please report back!!


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That's my plan! The one I ordered is in "D" status, so it is still a few weeks away.

 

[MCOKELEY13]

Mine is set to deliver in about two weeks, ill let you know how it goes.

2020 limited
4x4
Ecodiesel
black out package
E locker rear axle
protection group
sunroof
33 gallon tank
limited level 1 equip group

 

[NewLove]

How was everyone’s deals on these trucks? What percentage below msrp?


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[tyresmoker]

How was everyone’s deals on these trucks? What percentage below msrp?


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Sorry guys, I was on my way to go and drive the truck and found out my wife had other plans for me yesterday afternoon?!?!
I am going on Saturday morning.

 

[tyresmoker]

Mine is set to deliver in about two weeks, ill let you know how it goes.

2020 limited
4x4
Ecodiesel
black out package
E locker rear axle
protection group
sunroof
33 gallon tank
limited level 1 equip group

I went with maximum steel/indigo.
All the trimmings except Rambox and trailer tow package. I think the msrp was $74,500 or so.

 

[Willwork4truck]

My dealer (1 hour away, says he’s the largest diesel RAM dealer in the SE) has this one (I didnt scan any farther):
2020 Ram 1500 Big Horn Truck Crew Cab

• MSRP$50,655 (no other price listed)
• Confirm Availability
• Value Your Trade

Bodystyle:Truck Crew Cab Drive Line:RWD MPG Range:20/25 Exterior Colorelmonico Red Pearlcoat Interior Color:Black Cloth Stock #:200308 Model CodeT1H98 Transmission :Automatic Engine Turbo Diesel Engine
Gen 3VIN:1C6RREFM4LN179839

 

[iamtheav8r]

Why would anyone be afraid of an engine designed and built by one of the most prestigious diesel engine companies in the world? Seems kind of alarmist, and not very realistic.

because 99% of Americans have never heard of that company.

 

[Willwork4truck]

Why would anyone be afraid of an engine designed and built by one of the most prestigious diesel engine companies in the world? Seems kind of alarmist, and not very realistic.

I don’t have a dog in this hunt however the 1st diesel 1500 was just not well done IMHO. There’s way too many reported issues, if you care to read up on their past history.
Now maybe they looked at all their warranty claims and poor press and decided to give prospective buyers something really good, I hope so. But going off of their past record for the little diesel, you’d have to be a gambler to be willing to purchase one this early on.
Extended warranties would be mandatory.
I don’t normally dog on FCA for quality, after all I happily bought a new design gen 5. I could have just waited a year and seen how they did. My drivetrain isn’t a risky design so I felt it was a reasonable risk to get the changed model.
The diesel is a whole nother’ ball of wax, at least the original ecodiesel’s were...

For anyone wanting one, I hope it turns out simply great for you and for FCA as a whole.

 

[iamtheav8r]

I don’t have a dog in this hunt however the 1st diesel 1500 was just not well done IMHO. There’s way too many reported issues, if you care to read up on their past history.
Now maybe they looked at all their warranty claims and poor press and decided to give prospective buyers something really good, I hope so. But going off of their past record for the little diesel, you’d have to be a gambler to be willing to purchase one this early on.
Extended warranties would be mandatory.
I don’t normally dog on FCA for quality, after all I happily bought a new design gen 5. I could have just waited a year and seen how they did. My drivetrain isn’t A new design so I felt it was a reasonable risk to get the new model.
The diesel is a whole nother’ ball of wax, at least the original ecodiesel’s were...

For anyone wanting one, I hope it turns out simply great for you and for FCA as a whole.

Exactly. You cant re-write that history. I'd have bought the diesel if not for the issues in the past. I refuse to be the beta tester for Ram on this new one. You guys pony up and let us know and in 2 years, if the reports are good, I'll have this 2020 paid off and buy a smoker. Thanks in advance for taking one for the team!