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Nice Bulletproof Truck!
Sheriff, 10/10/2003
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD LB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
I have the Cummins 5.9L Turbodiesel and love it! It has great performance, starts flawlessly, and gets 18mpg at a minimum. The only problem was an AC compressor wire that shorted out and had to be replaced.
Cummins Diesel Still the best
cam2v33, 06/22/2002
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD SB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
The Cummins ISB 5.9L diesel engine is still on the top with it's low end torque and great reliability. The Dodge package this engine sits in is still appealing and will be missed as the new body styles role out. The noise that the engine produces turns most gas engine buffs off but the noise can be minimized in the cab with a little sound proofing. I love the diesel you can make this engine considerably more powerful with less than $2000 dollars if you buy a 5 sp or 6 sp transmission. Standard is the best choice in these trucks due to the power/torque output of the engine.
thk god for cummins..
scott s, 09/30/2004
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 2WD LB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I love the cummins engine....as for the quality of dodge product, it could'nt be worse..since ive had truck. AC didnt cool from the get go...had it rplcd..noise from dshaft..cruise cont stopped wrking..now one oil change out of warranty and the dash is coming apart with three big cracks in it..but is only a grand out of pocket to have the dash replaced..but there isnt anything it want pull!!!!just seems there is always something going wrong that i have to take it in for..
Original Owner and Loving It
JimInFL, 05/11/2009
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD LB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
10 of 13 people found this review helpful
I bought this truck new in 2001. It is a daily driver and I've put over 205,000 miles on it so far. I have never had any major drivetrain issues except the replacement of the front hub bearing at 200,000 miles, tranny governor at 120,000 miles, and A/C stuff (evaporator and compressor replacement). I have driven the new Ram 2500 with the Hemi and I still love my truck better. If I could have any vehicle in the world it would be a brand new 2001 Ram 2500. If you maintain it properly it will give you a million miles; I'm counting on it....
Great Truck, But...
Jene, 05/06/2008
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD SB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
When this truck runs, it really does a super job of towing a GN horse trailer, loaded down. It's awesome in steep terrain and on dirt roads, in ice, snow and on slick roads. However, at 42,000 miles, the clutch went out and was a pricey repair. Now the transmission made a popping sound and wouldn't engage. I'll have it towed to the dealer tomorrow. These breakdowns are serious and frustrating. And, Dodge Motors has no interest in covering these breakdowns so it's become a costly truck to own.
None Better
Parker, 08/11/2008
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD LB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought the truck used with 54,000 miles on it. Use it to pull a 16,000 pound fifth wheel from Texas to California and back several times. Use it in my construction business. Previously owned a new 96, and 98 before buying this one and this is by far my favorite. If you buy a Dodge truck you will replace the front brake pads every 35,000 or less, but that is a small price to pay for this kind of quality. My V-10 has more power and torque than the cummins turbo diesel and the two speed torque converter in this truck always keeps you in the perfect power range. The automatic transmission went out on the trip back from DC while pulling a larger trencher dozer @ 155,000 miles. Great truck!
bad steering
sode, 05/10/2002
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD SB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
have lost steering stability three times. almost all front steering and suspension parts have been changed to no avail. seems liee dodge should spend a little more time on the devolipment of the steering for their diesel trucks
Avoid This Truck
Leggio & Son, 03/16/2003
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 2WD LB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Transmision has been rebuilt 6 times and replaced once. Still having transmision problems. Not getting any satisfaction with the dodge dealer representative.
Fun at first..
JuniperTree, 06/22/2007
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 2WD LB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
The truck was great for the first 6 years. I had one minor air conditioning repair at around the 2nd year. Then everything started falling apart. The AC began spewing out stinky liquid so the heater core had to be replaced, then the car wouldn't shift out of 2nd without manipulating the gas pedal so the solenoids in the transmission had to be replaced. I pull a 8000lb horse trailer a dozen times a year and when the truck is behaving, she pulls great. I don't think she liked being a commute vehicle.. sitting in bay area traffic I'm sure contributed to the wear and tear. The next truck I get I'm buying will definitely be a 4x4!! I got her stuck more than once.
Expensive Disappointment
Low Haul, 07/06/2003
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD SB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought the vehicle new with an "over- build, under-use" mentality. I hauled a cabover camper (1800 lbs) in the back of the truck for approximately 3K of the 58K miles I put on the truck. Front brake caliper failure at ~45K miles; serious damage to front rotor, cost $1K to repair. Transmission failure at 58K miles, cost $32K to repair. The CTD is bullet-proof, no doubt, but the Dodge components matched to it are of poor quality and reliability. Bad experience with dealership repair center as well. Lost my booty on this vehicle -- Daimler/Chrysler/Plymouth/Dodge and I will part ways for the rest of my natural life . . .
I am now a Ford Owner
wero, 02/18/2003
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 2WD SB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I had problems with the oil sending unit which Dodge would not or could not fix. Nor would they acknowledge the problem. Since Dodge showed no interest in customer service or retention, I am now a proud owner of a New F250. The brake system and noise in the steering colunm are also a concern. Although Dodge did acknowledge the steering column problem, they refuse to notify current and future owners of the problem or simply recall the defect. As it was explained to me, the noise is a result of faulty spacers in the steering column.
Awesome Truck
mazdarossa, 08/14/2003
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD LB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
High Output Cummins backed by New Venture 6 speed manual transmission. What a great combination. 3.55 axle gears with limited slip rear end. Worst mileage to this point has been 17.4mpg running around town. Hauls my 600 pound 4 wheeler around like it's not there. Drop it in 6th gear on the highway and pass people without shifting. I was looking for this truck in a Chevy or GMC but I am now a Cummins/New Venture fan.
Ram Tough!!
WBREED, 08/29/2003
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD LB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Crude, but tough. Seats wore quickly and interior features compare to a 1990 Chevrolet. Dash cracked within the first two years. No mechanical problems. Average fuel milage for the 5.9 is about 11 MPG.
Transfer Case, ECM
derviner, 03/01/2003
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD LB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
3 weeks & $1,800 dollars to fix a cam sensor and bad ECM, the was told my transfer case was full of metal shavings and needed replaced: $2,000. Not bad for a truck only 2 years old and with 60K miles. I think I'm about to become a Chevy man!
2001 Dodge Ram Quad Cab V10 Stick
Mike Allen, 02/05/2004
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 2WD SB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I cannot beleive the smoothness and unlimited power this engine produces. It cannot be beat for pulling a fifth wheel (5500 LBS>). Empty on the highway at 72 MPH I can get 15.2 MPG. Pulling the trailer about 8.5.
No Durability
DontByIt, 02/28/2006
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD LB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I started having problems right after the warrenty expired. The dealer is not interested in fixing. Dodge is not interested in fixing. These trucks have bad transmissions & lift pumps. My lift pump went out at 66K miles & destroyed the injection pump. $4000 later it is running again. Now the tranny & ball joints are going out. Buy a horse, you will get farther down the road.
2500 Diesel with Sport Package
Hal Baker, 07/02/2005
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 2WD SB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Overall,a pretty good vehicle, however I'm not very pleased with warranty repair response from Dodge Dealerships. Experienced two rear axle seal problems on same axle within 51,000 miles, which ruined the rear brakes, and Dodge would not repair. One recall for fuel boost pump(rebuild) which later failed and no consideration given.
Best Pick-Up I have ever owned
Dick&Judy, 03/11/2008
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD LB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The V-10 (488 CID) will out pull my 2000 Cummins. Its probably the best engine made. Only drawback is poor fuel economy. I have never had any problems with this vehicle in the 5 years I have owned it. The 5 speed manual is tops. Have only used the 4 wheel drive once, and it worked perfectly. Leather heated seats are a plus. I perform maintenance according to the owners manual.
It goes on and on and on and on
Happy owner, 01/28/2018
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD LB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This truck is real truck, a work truck and an everyday comfortable truck. It goes to church as well as it goes in snow. After 427k miles, the only real problem I have had is an odor of diesel fuel in the truck if I sit idling with the outside air on. It has been like this since new, and I have talked to many other owners who did not experience this problem. I have talked to many owners who had multiple transmission problems, but I have always maintained mine and after all these miles it still works perfectly. I like this truck so much that I am trying to buy another just like it, but with 400k less miles.
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Just cant beat 'um
Drew10, 12/31/2004
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 2WD SB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Had nothing major go wrong except for a pressure sensor on the transmission, which was simple to fix. Cummins turbo is awesome. Haven't met a challenge it could not handle. Outside stance and overall look is awesome. Sharper than any Ford or Chevy in town. Dependable starting in the winter time and good fuel economy in the summer time. All I want is a newer model!
My second Dodge and not my last one
Tequila, 03/18/2006
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD LB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
My truck has been a great service to me. Fuel injector pump went out at 30000 miles and again at 200000 miles. Clutch went out at 130000 miles and again at 300000 miles. At 430000 miles we just had the front end all redone. Our only problem was with the brakes and tires wearing quickly. The front end takes a big hit from that heavy engine.
Awesome Diesel!
joey lane, 04/12/2002
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD SB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
One reliable truck. It can do anything I need it to do and more.
work truck... great looks
ceaman, 07/14/2002
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD SB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This has been a great truck. Looks great and gets loads of complements. My wife loves to drive it. It handels all of the work my lawn & landscaping company can throw at it. Great for Snow removal
2001 2500 4x4 Cummings Diesel
jgoeke, 08/22/2002
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD SB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It our tow rig. Pull a 8000lb load in a 24ft enclosed Pace trailer. Has 47K on it mostly towing, with zero problems. It's been in for all regular maintainace and has had no modifications do to it.
Dodge has done it again
JeepFanatic, 10/09/2002
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 2WD SB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had my ram for a month now and in that time i have put 3000+ miles on it, 1000 of them towing a 2000 pound jet boat which it did great. The fuel mileage sucks but like just aobut every other review thats normal from a dodge truck. I bought this truck to tow with and so far it has been great, haven't had a chance to tow anything more than the boat but i should be towing my jeep with it soon and i will make another post when I do
RAM TOUGH!!
Dennis0921, 10/28/2002
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD LB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is the first Dodge truck that I've ever owned, and would buy another like it if I need one!, I've had Ford's in the past, but not again, I like the way the interior is designed & the Cummin diesel that I paid extra for and the 410 tow gear, I pull a 38' travel trailer with my Dodge without any problems!!!it's super.
owner
wayman kramer, 10/12/2002
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 2WD SB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
i love the truck it has all the power i need. gets good fuel millage. want to sell to get the full 4 door.
One heck of a medium duty truck
Dannonebr, 11/24/2002
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD LB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Cummins standard output, 5 spd with NO problems, never been back to the dealer. Milage 15-17 with a lead foot. I've had 4 tons of dirt in the box several times, drove 25 miles and it did well. I can tow a 12K 5th wheel trailer all day at 75 with 12 mpg. I was a Chevy man, but I had a lot of bad luck with 'em. I hope to buy a new '03 3500 Dodge Cummins HO soon. I think the '01s & '02s are more HD than the '03s. My last truck was a '96 2500 V-10 & doubled my milage with the Cummins, but the v-10 was GREAT. Dodge/Cummins is the only medium duty rated truck on the market.
Great Truck!
Mopardoc, 01/01/2003
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD SB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Have had a problem with the posi in rear end, repaired twice & still doesn't work. Other than that it gets good gas mileage, power of cummins is great, pleanty of power, tows 4 horse trailer with heavy camper with little problems. Comfortable for 2 people on long trips. Great manuverability, parks easy, turns around-much better that Ford. Would buy another for the wife if I could afford it!
Big truck
Treejunkie, 02/15/2003
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD SB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great vechile. had minor problems with it with the exception of the alternator going after about 15,000 miles. Cummings automatic.
Deisel Best Value
trewte, 08/01/2003
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD LB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Have had truck over 2 years and only taken to dealer 1 time for power steering box gasket leak. No sqeaks or rattles, quiet except for the Cummins deisel engine which I don't mind. Starts when it is suppose to have had no issues except would like a little rommier cab. Pulls great and have had alot of compliments on the Medium Bronze color.
01 Dodge Diesel
Bryan, 03/18/2005
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 2WD LB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Very pleased with this truck. I put 200,000 miles on it and the only major repair was a new injection pump at about 180,000 miles. 2 sets of Michelein tires, one set of new shocks, and one brake job. Great truck if your looking to go a long ways. Fuel economy was great with this truck with the Diesel motor and 5 speed tranny.
What a Dodge!
Darrell Farr, 04/14/2005
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD SB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This vehicle has performed beyond my wildest expectations of any truck on the market. I drive this baby hard all the time and have ever since I got it. I bought it new and have owned it almost 5 years. I have put 122,000 miles on it which is around 23,000 miles a year and it has never been in the shop except for regular maintenance every 4,000 miles and for replacing the brakes. The diesel Cummins engine is the best diesel on the market bar none and it pulls heavy loads like a workhorse. The only complaint I have about the vehicle is the braking system. It does not brake like I think it should especially during wet weather.
Dodge 2500 4x4 5.9
nick, 05/16/2005
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 2WD SB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is a great truck. I've had no problems with it and will definiltely buy another one. The 5.9 liter engine has plenty of power and torque. The truck takes weight excellent, and with 3000 pounds of weight it isn't even on the helper springs. I think it is more of a rugged work truck than the Fords and Chevys.
very pleased
godale, 01/07/2004
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD SB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
remember what this truck is bought and used for and there is nothing that can compair. it is not a benz, its a work truck
Pulling Machine
Hauling Machine, 01/31/2004
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD LB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This has been a great truck. Have not had a single problem and have 31K miles. Avg 18MPG in everyday use and up to 21 highway. Avg 13MPG pulling 8500 boat from Salt Lake City to Seattle. HO diesel linked to six speed pulls great. Put it in 1st and I can idle out of the boat launch. With a winch on the front and the wheel base it's a little long for parking. Rides fine for a truck with heavy duty camper package.
Love it!
Brennan12, 04/07/2004
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD LB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I wouldnt ever trade it in for anything except another Dodge Cummins
One Great Truck
Woodworker, 07/07/2004
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD LB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
In the four years I've owned this truck it has only let me down once. A faulty oil preassure sending unit caused me to call a tow truck. Other than that, the truck has done everything I've asked of it, both on the farm and over the road. It,s very comfortable on long trips; with the large fuel tank and exceptional fule mileage the diesel engine provides it will go much farther between pit stops than I can.
Good truck for a work horse - Cummins
Stickslinger, 10/29/2004
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD SB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Had minor problems with power windows that the dealer took care of asap. Had my alternator go around 12,000 miles. Dealer also replaced that asap. Plenty of power to tow my 26' camper. Have taken it out west (1100 miles one way) hunting 3 times and has run flawlessly each time. Must be careful on icey roads with the limited slip rear end. Fun to drive, plenty of power and probably the best truck I have ever owned. Will buy another.
One Awsome Dodge
Willie B, 12/18/2005
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD SB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My Ram has the Cummins and 5-speed. I've put about 70,000 miles on it, and it's been extremely reliable; no mechanical failures or problems whatsoever. It gets about 20 mpg on the highway, which is amazing for a truck that weighs 6500 lbs. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this truck to anyone who needs a heavy-duty work truck.
My Dodge
handyman591, 04/02/2003
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD LB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Other than ext. mirror heater failure, and a dashboard fuse problem... all covered under warranty by the way.... the truck has performed flawlessly. Pulled my travel trailer from point A to point B with a grunt and a smile. Always started and loved hauling wood. Great truck but would upgrade to diesel for the increased mileage...but unfortunately trucks are over priced now.
After all this time it still runs great
Matt, 05/24/2021
2001 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 4dr Quad Cab ST 4WD SB (5.9L 8cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I’ve owned the 2500 4X4 since 2001. It’s been a great truck and I overhauled the 24 Valve Cummins at 350,000 miles as recommended. The stock fuel pump is notoriously bad and I had to replace it but otherwise it’s performed as advertised. I’ve pulled plenty of gooseneck trailers loaded with cows or horses many a times all over the west and she still goes strong.
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