2005 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 Consumer Reviews

Bad Paint Real Bad ride w/ Trailers

Written by: Dale Brooks on 11/26/2005

Vehicle

2005 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)

Review

After receiving my black Dodge the clear coat would not protect the paint even w/ extra care . Bought this for hauling goose neck trailers. What I got was a truck equiped with a roller coaster past life that reminds you at 35 empty and 55 loaded that it is not designed for pulling trailers. The 4x4 dully long bed has a drive line alignement problem that can not be fixed. 7,000 miles on a $43,000 trk and its the worst ever.

Favorite Features

Tough looking overall it looks like a truck that says it could walk the walk and talk the talk but...

Suggested Improvements

I own a Peterbilt semi that is constantly under diferrent load ranges with a multiple axle set up the air bags on the rear keep the ride smooth and the driveline in line offer air ride on the rear it would be a massive improvement

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At the Ten-Grand Mark

Written by: KC Jackson on 08/25/2005

Vehicle

2005 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 4dr Quad Cab SLT 4WD LB DRW (5.7L 8cyl 6M)

Review

My 2005 Ram 3500 Quad Cab dually 4x4 has been nothing short of terrific. The Cummins diesel has more than enough power and torque for everything I need to do, and the 48RE automatic is more willing to downshift. Inside, the premium cloth is very comfortable. The rear seat is sufficient for kids and child seats, and is adequate for adults on short trips. Exterior fit and finish is excellent. The paint (Patriot Blue Pearl) has even coverage, even inside the bed. The sheetmetal cut lines are straight, the doors open and close easily, and all components are tightly mounted. So after 10,000 miles, I have been very satisfied with this truck, and look forward to the next 6-7 years!

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One Great Truck!

Written by: John Keeney on 06/12/2005

Vehicle

2005 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 4dr Quad Cab SLT Rwd SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)

Review

This is the third Dodge 3500 I have owned- and I still have them all! Two 4X4's and the new 4X2. This is still a workhorse, but very quiet. Still the strong pull that we all expect. I would not hesitate to recommend this to all!

Favorite Features

Smooth and quiet power. Very comfortable interior.

Suggested Improvements

Some performance gear, EGT guage and some variable chip settings! Also, a crew cab option for the 3500 dually!

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My Baby Girl

Written by: Bear on 06/06/2005

Vehicle

2005 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 4dr Quad Cab SLT 4WD SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)

Review

Best diesel on the market. I have not had any problems at all and it drives wonderfully. I have put nearly 30,000 miles on it and it is just starting to break in. Mine is single wheel rear end so it goes places that the duals cannot. Great Truck!!!

Favorite Features

The Cummins turbo diesel engine.

Suggested Improvements

None

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Stuck on Dodge

Written by: KP on 04/22/2005

Vehicle

2005 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 4dr Quad Cab SLT Rwd LB DRW (5.7L 8cyl 6M)

Review

Starting with a 91' Dakota I graduated to bigger Dodge trucks over the years, a '95 Ram 1500 Club, '03 Ram 1500 Quad and now a '05 3500 turbo diesel. The comfort is unbelievable for a HD truck and given extensive spinal surgeries this is a must! I test drove Ford and Chevy 1 ton trucks and just was not happy with the comfort and sound level of the the other Diesels. Cummins has done a great job in increasing power while reducint the "typical" diesel sound and keeping things simple enough so the average shade tree mechanic can easily work on the engine. Overall package offers most "bang for the buck" and excellent build quality.

Favorite Features

Trailer mirrors are excellent! Inline 6 cyl diesel doesnt crowd the engine bay, excellent mileage (16mpg city) for such a large vehicle. "big truck" styling

Suggested Improvements

Would really like factory turbo boost guage, EGT guage and factory installed exaust brake

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Turbo diesel towing power

Written by: meridian on 12/11/2004

Vehicle

2005 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 4dr Quad Cab SLT 4WD SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)

Review

had a chevy suburban pulling a 10,000lbs trailer and the 454 always ran hot and lacked power. Got the new dodge with the Cummins diesel and this thing is one pulling machine. up the hills at 60mph where before I wasn't sure if I would even make them with out overheating. Love my new truck. cool features and a great deal at this dealer ship no hassles and 10,000 dollars below sticker.

Favorite Features

folding trailer mirrors and adjustable from inside the cab. flat fold rear storage and of course the engine...... 20 plus mpg empty

Suggested Improvements

lower gas prices....lol

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hemi -power

Written by: m.macdonald on 09/18/2004

Vehicle

2005 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 4dr Quad Cab SLT 4WD LB DRW (5.7L 8cyl 6M)

Review

it took about 10-13000 kmsfor the mpg1s to come up and it did.About 22.5-23 highway cdn.it gets looks!!put on headers and flowmaster 50 `s that sound!!also a K.N. cold air intake .Love the truck .

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