2008 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 Consumer Reviews

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Written by: harvey on 06/20/2008

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 SXT 4dr Mega Cab 4WD SB DRW (6.7L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)

Review

I noticed that my '08 ram 3500 megacab seemed to have about half the power of my '05 3500 ram. giving it benifit of doubt because it only has 20K on it and they get stronger at 36K So far no problems used as commercial vehicle towing 30 foot goose neck. dodge has the most uncomfortable seats make with out question. engine brake should be on steering wheel not on dash. Not sure what idiot decided to put it on the dash. i would have preferred dodge leave the 5.9 in these trucks. It's bulletproof all the power in the world. the '08 is a a bluetech is a very clean burning diesel. My exhaust pipe is still as clean as if had never been started. Never smokes under any circumstance.

Favorite Features

Looks, cummings engine is the only reason to buy a dodge. You need to run you 6.7 hard some time or you will stop up the two converters and burn out your turbo. Mine is on road long haul so no problems if you run short trips or in town you will have problems

Suggested Improvements

design better seats lumbar support built in. For God's sake put exhaust brake on steering wheel where you can reach it;

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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2008 Dodge Ram Megacab Laramie 3500

Written by: Jason on 05/25/2008

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 Laramie 4dr Mega Cab 4WD SB DRW (6.7L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)

Review

I upgraded from a 2006 2500 4x4 CTD 6 speed manual. The difference between these trucks is night and day. I feel the build quality has improved over the 06 Ram, interior materials seem to be better. The 08 Ram has a lot more power then the 06 and the exhaust brake is a nice feature.The leather seats are nicer and more comfortable then the cloth. Ride is actually softer in the 3500 then the 2500. The truck handles better as well. Cup holder still sucks. Wish they would improve it. Engine is very quiet, more quiet then a 07 Duramax. You cannot hear the engine at highway speeds, the wind noise is louder! Over all the truck is very quiet and refined. Laramie package is a must!

Favorite Features

Quiet more powerful Cummins, exhaust brake, sound proof glass. Sunroof, Satellite radio, steering wheel audio controls, trip computer, heated seats, power rear slide window. No diesel smell! You can almost stick your nose in the exhaust pipe while it's running, and not smell a thing, Honest!

Suggested Improvements

Cup holders!!, come on Dodge make better cup holders. Improve fuel economy, like the 5.9 had.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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still not sold on the 6.7

Written by: oilfield trash on 04/01/2008

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 Laramie 4dr Quad Cab SB (6.7L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)

Review

I do a lot of heavy hauling 40 ft float with oilfield tools i cannot say how awesome the 5.9 liter 6 speed manual truck is it was in my opinion the best truck yet this new one seems to have a dead spot in the tranny foot goes to the floor sometimes without a downshift until its slows down 25 mph and it says it has more hp than the 5.9 but the tranny drags it down hard I own a 5.9 auto 05 and work truck is a 6.7 auto 07 I lined them up side by side and the 5.9 ran away from me same thing happened with a trailer even my mpg went down with the 6.7 i was getting 23 mpg hwy with the 5.9 and about 17 with 6.7 with almost 40,000 miles on it my word of advice find a 5.9 liter used with a manual tranny

Favorite Features

good lookin truck

Suggested Improvements

don't agree with dodges new drivetrain package its sluggish and i just don't think they did cummins name justice

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Great truck

Written by: james aitken on 10/31/2007

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 Laramie 4dr Mega Cab SB DRW (6.7L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)

Review

We just got our truck last month and we love it. We upgraded from a 2500 hemi to the 3500 dualy with the mega cab and were amazed with the amount of room and power in the truck. The dualy was an unneccesary feature for us considering the most we ever tow is 8,000 pounds, but it is nice knowing that there's not much out there that you cant tow. The only reason I put an 8 on fuel economy is that it only has 1500 miles on it right now so it isnt broken in enough to get more than ten mpg. This truck is so much fun to drive and I've gotton so many compliments on it. It looks so good at night with all the lights on it.

Favorite Features

The huge cab -the way the seats in the back fold flat. The interior leather. The towing capacity. All the storage areas in the truck. The bluetooth. Cummins deisel. The engine braking that you can turn on and off

Suggested Improvements

A bigger glove box in the front. that thing it tiny! The chime on the seatbelt gets annoying too. Other than that it is a great truck and I think well have it for a long time

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I Love My Truck

Written by: M Laube on 10/22/2007

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 SXT 4dr Mega Cab SB DRW (6.7L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)

Review

This is my 4th Dodge(3rd dually) and they just keep getting better. I traded my 05 Dodge dually only because of the high milage and no extended warrenty. Being a female on the road a lot with horses, I need reliable transportation. The 6.7 Cummins has incredible power, the truck has a smoother handle, the interior is very roomy and comfortable. I love the reclining/folding back seats. Not to mention the fact that this truck turns heads everywhere I go. The diesel enginge is quieter, but still grunts "powerhouse". The exhaust brakes are awesome, although I only hauled 8000lbs which was probably too light for that feature. I can drive the Mega or the Porsche convertible. Sorry Porsche!

Favorite Features

Exterior looks, increase power, the mega roomy back seat, smoother ride, exhaust brakes, great sound system

Suggested Improvements

I'm having a tough time adjusting to the standard short bed. It feels likes the horse trailer is coming through the back window. I'm used to the maneuverability of the lwb to get me out of tight situations.

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2008 Dodge 3500 mega cab 4wd

Written by: Bill Dowdy on 09/16/2007

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 Laramie 4dr Mega Cab 4WD SB DRW (6.7L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)

Review

This is the third Dodge Ive owned. I traded in my 97. The 6.7 has lot more power than I expected, what a beast,and good mileage considering I'm pulling a 16,000 pound trailer, getting around 10 mpg. The room in the mega cab is outstanding, love it. Dodge you did good on this one, Thanks.

Favorite Features

Room, radio, power, seating, 6 speed auto.

Suggested Improvements

Built in brake control like Ford has, other than that I'm happy.

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50k and no mud flaps

Written by: jdavis on 09/13/2007

Vehicle

2008 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 Laramie 4dr Mega Cab 4WD SB DRW (6.7L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)

Review

I did a huge upgrade from a Toyota Tundra for the increased towing capacity for my new camper. I love the truck, the power, and especially the interior size. What a monster....won't even come close to fitting in my garage! This is my first American made truck and was a little discouraged with the cost of the "extras" Overall it is a great truck with more towing capacity than I will ever need.

Favorite Features

Cummins pulling power, huge interior and reclining rear seats. Beautiful leather seats as well. Quiet for a diesel and the cruise control works great.

Suggested Improvements

One thing that is so irritating besides getting nickle and dimed on the options ($200 for a bug guard??) C'mon Dodge...no mud flaps on a $50,000 truck? Also could use plastic on top of the bed side rails and the tailgate unless you plan on covering it with a spray-in. Interior carpet is cheap also.

34 out 37 people found this review helpful

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