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2006 5.9L with Mileage Max
Free2BE, 03/14/2010
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
I have an 06 Dodge 2500 with automatic and tow package. Put on after market cold air induction and 5 inch cat back exhaust. Added the Edge Mileage Max and boom, mileage on overhead computer reads 27 to 28 mpg constantly. Figuring actual mpg (miles driven divided by amount of fuel) and I get 16.1 on the highway at 65 not towing. Have kept service up to date. Other than poor mileage anyone have an idea as to how I might get better mpg. I called Edge about it, they were about as helpful as a dead slug. Edge Mileage Max did increase power but took my mileage down from stock condition by about 5 mpg.As far as I am concerned Edge can jump off the bridge.
Mega power and room
JW, 01/04/2006
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 Laramie 4dr Mega Cab SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I bought this truck to pull a 30 foot fifth wheel camper and to travel in. The first time I had a chance to pull my camper the Cummins engine had the rig going 80 MPH mergeing into a interstate highway off a ramp with lots of power to spare. This truck and engine combination cann't be beat for comfort and power. The first mpg for towing a 12 foot tall, 30 foot long fifth wheel camper was 15 mpg. No bad at all for only having 1500 miles on the truck and not being broken in.
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Ram This!
brandonb, 10/22/2007
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 SLT 4dr Mega Cab SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I've had three Ford powerstrokes in a row (all 7.3L's) but I didnt' want to get a 6.0L after hearing all the troubles with them. I'm glad I made that decision. My Ram 3500 MegaCab 4x4 Dually is awesome. Tremendous performance, pulls my horse trailer like a dream, smooth ride for a one ton, plenty of room, and so far great reliabilty. I'm not knocking the 7.3L ford's because I was very happy with each of those, but this Dodge is the real deal!!
First One in Houston!!
christian in texas, 10/14/2005
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 Laramie 4dr Mega Cab 4WD SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
If you haven't ordered yours yet go do it now! Third Dodge truck in our family going back to '97 and they keep getting better. I ordered this the first day you could back in July and have been counting the days. Who else can say they drive a truck that the backseat leg room is compaired to an S- class Benz? Go for the bucket seats up front and hog all the room for yourself, roll back the sunroof and enjoy. Cummings has more power than 99.5% of us needs and after the break- in should see 20 mpg highway or better. The backseat headrests make for a few blindspots but the oversized mirriors more than make up for it and make it so you never have to turn around to backup. Quiet,smooth,fancy, powerful
Dodge Mega cab
mario, 05/25/2006
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 SLT 4dr Mega Cab SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
All you need to know is CUMMINS, I have a mega cab six speed manual, and that thing can out pull my previous Chevy and Ford. If you need pure power buy a Dodge
My Nice RAM
ChicoMike, 03/12/2009
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 SLT 4dr Quad Cab SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
I have the 06 2500 Quad cab 4x4, 5 speed auto with 5.9 Cummins and love it. This is my second Dodge Cummins. I put an after market cold air intake on along with a 5 inch cat back exhaust and the EDGE Mileage max chip. At 65 MPH I am getting a WHOPPING 28 MPG highway and 19.1 city according to the overhead computer and also against actual mileage according to speedo. Dealership has no problem and says they actually recommend the Edge Mileage Max chip which does not affect the warranty. I wouldn't have any other set up as the increased mileage and HP is amazing. Wouldn't have it any other way.
If only the build quality was better
Ron, 07/07/2009
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 SLT 4dr Mega Cab SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I love this truck, but buy and extended warranty if possible. A few problems left a sour taste and I want out. At 80,000km (49,000 miles), new ball joints, pitman arm & univerals. It's a 3500 and the parts should match(they will all do it and at this mileage it is normal!). Wind noise from drivers door only (most do it). I have rust coming up near the bottom of the door. I live in area where they use very littl salt or sand (1 week out of the year). This is normal as well (84,000km) and it's due to a little bit of sand getting on the inside seal and rubbing the paint protection away. This is not normal in my opion and it's not covered under your warranty unless there is a hole.
The best truck ever
Jon, 08/16/2006
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD LB DRW (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I've always wanted a big truck and the Dodge Ram 3500 is the best large truck on the market. I've got a big boat and with the Ram's diesel it pulls it with ease. The overall size of the truck is great. I love to be driving down the street and look down at other cars. The handling of it is also amazing. I can fit into places that I never thought that I would be able to fit in. And the amount that I can haul and tow are also great. Just put a load of junk in the bed and also attach a trailer to the back and with total ease the truck with pull it. If this truck was to ever break down to the point that I would have to get another vehicle I would purchase the exact same thing.
Great All Around Truck
R. W., 08/05/2018
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 ST 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Purchased new from dealer with 107 miles on odometer (Our third truck from this dealer) in July of 2006. This 3500 Ram arrived at the ranch with no trailer towing rear bumper. Did not accept truck. Who would purchase a Cummins diesel 1 ton that had no trailer towing ability? Dealer immediately took truck back to dealership. 10 days later dealership again brought the truck out to the ranch. Yes, it had a rear trailer towing package, however this new trailer towing bumper had no electric hook up for trailer brakes, lights etc. Dealer was embarrassed and as a result of these mix up's, the owner of the dealership gave us "free oil changes for the life of this unit", and the dealership has honored this promise ever since. We went to the parts dept., ordered the trailer tow electrical wiring and installed it ourselves. Has worked perfect ever since. The truck is a work horse! Only 3 problems in 450+K miles. A) the in tank fuel pump gave up -- under warranty. B) The air conditioner compressor gave up -- under warranty. C) After 4 years the Cummins water pump gave up due to a run of bad Chinese bearings -- per Cummins! These have been the only problems until this summer when the auto transmission gave up. The problem, the linings on the clutches were worn completely off due to heavy towing. Can't complain as this truck works hard 6-7 days a week either hooked to 36 ft. stock trailers or a 38 ft. flat bed moving a tractor or backhoe. This is our third Dodge 3500. We have a 1993 Dodge 3500 4X4 single cab, 8' bed with the 12 V Cummins, (still working every day), a 2001 Dodge Quad Cab Cummins 2500 4X4 6' bed (still working every day), a 2005 3500 Crew Cab 4X4 duely 8; bed (working every day) and the 2006 3500 4X4 6' bed. No engine chips, or other add on's. All of our Dodge pickups work hard and as a business owner, we can't complain at all with the quality of these working machines. Have had the other brands. All give up after 3-4 years. Won't purchase foreign, as they won't purchase American beef. These Dodge products keep working day in, day out! Great trucks! 14+ average work MPG. Had to add air bags to the '05 & '06's to handle loads. Great working trucks!
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Great Truck
belliott77, 03/14/2007
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 Laramie 4dr Mega Cab 4WD SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Awesome truck. It has twice the power of my gas truck and it gets much better gas mileage. It is solid, no rattles and the mega cab has tons of room. My kids all wish we had this truck years ago. Tows our 27' trailer like it wasn't back there. I seriously considered getting SLT or one of the other option packages. I am so glad I didn't. The Laramie is a great package. It was a big investment, but worth it.
All That Room with Toys
Wake351, 12/10/2005
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 Laramie 4dr Mega Cab SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Driving it just makes me feel good, This is my second Dodge 3500 with the Cummins. Best diesels I have ever owned bar none. We work them hard and they just keep wanting more. The extra cab room is incredible.
Pure Power
JPC, 03/27/2007
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 Laramie 4dr Quad Cab SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is my first Dodge and I must say, I am impressed. The Cummins engine is something to experience. Unbelievable power, smooth ride, and I get 20 mpg hwy (and I'm only at 1500 miles!). This truck easily doubles as my daily drive as the handling is superb and I can park anywhere a half-ton can.
Dodge 3500 Dually
Herb, 11/10/2007
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 SLT 4dr Quad Cab LB DRW (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is my third Ram with the cummins diesel. This one by far is the best one. my 01 was in the shop a lot my 03 was great this one is greater. Replaced entire driveshaft assembly to get rid of a vibration when new and replaced front universal joint at 65000. Used primarily for coast to coast Interstate towing
Supertruck! But poor quality !
vincent, 07/29/2006
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Love the truck, but somewhat disappointed. It is the third 1 ton dually I own, and they are getting better and better in performance and comfort but the reliablity and the integrity of the truck is going downhill. That is too bad because they are really nice to drive!
Best truck ever
Robin, 02/03/2006
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 Laramie 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is the third truck I have owned and it was worth the wait. Big dually with wonderful pulling power for my horses. Great and comfortable interior, excellent pickup and handling and super stability. It is so much quiter than my old diesel. What a wonderful investment
Dodge
cass osborne, 03/06/2006
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My Dodge Ram 3500 is an awesome truck it has plenty of power, Its fun to drive and looks good to top it off. It has also been very dependable. I am always hooked up to a trailer and I would'nt rely on any thing else. I plan to trade for a new one at the end of 2006.
You can drive of look at perfection
RSoldier, 05/15/2006
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 Laramie 4dr Quad Cab LB DRW (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is as close as you will get to perfection from an auto manufacturer. This is a 3500 Turbo 5.7L Diesel working machine. To drive this beast you would never know your driving such a truck or you can soon forget your are hauling anything. This, I would say is the only bad quality.
Chevy wouldn't. Dodge got 'er done!
BOB, 08/15/2006
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 SLT 4dr Mega Cab SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We bought a new Chevy Suburban in Feb 06 to tow our 7000lb travel trailer. With 4:10 rear it was supposed to do the job.After two days of engine screaming in 2nd gear and near misses trying to stop, we stopped in Texas and traded it on a new Dodge 3500 diesel mega cab. What a joy to tow with! Seats everyone in comfort. Don't need a car! Fuel mileage up to 22mpg hwy,13 towing,at 5000 miles, so it should get better. Not a single problem. Love it!
Wonderful Truck!!
Mike, 09/25/2006
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 SLT 4dr Quad Cab LB DRW (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this truck to pull a 30' gooseneck horse trailer, about 10,500 pounds. On my first test tow, I could spin the rear wheels in 2nd gear from a rolling start (empty trailer--about 6000 pounds) and accelerate almost like I was unloaded. Have the 6-speed manual transmission. The more weight on the truck, or the steeper the hill, the harder it pulls. Coming home from the dealer (out of state), I was able to leave many "ricers" in my dust accelerating up the hills in TN and NC along the interstate. I have no doubt this truck was the right choice, and that it will serve my family well for the next 10+ years. Dodge finally has a truck that'll (more than) compete with Ford and GM.
If you cant Dodge, Ram it
tim, 12/15/2006
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 Laramie 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My new Dodge is a great truck. I've taken it to Florida and North Carolina without a minute's trouble. Fuel mileage runs about 16 on the interstate. This truck is usally a work truck. I work at a junk yard in West Virginia and have had two tons in the bed and eight on a trailer and it pulled like a dream. For all you bow tie and oval circle lovers out there, give up and buy a real truck. One with some horns on the hood.
Dodge
mpreator, 02/05/2007
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 SLT 4dr Mega Cab 4WD SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We use this truck for a daily driver, farm use, and vacations. Love this truck. Pulls goose neck trailers great.
Kick in the pants
KAZOO, 09/26/2007
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Get the 6 speed manual. You have incredible acceleration power around town and can open it up on the hwy. Mileage has been a constant 18mpg measured at the pump. The indicator is about 1mpg high. Mileage goes down on the hwy running 75mph to 16. That is disappointing. Farm bought an 2007 last week and it is not near the fun. Find a used one without all the emissions stuff.
This is a truck
sam, 04/21/2008
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 SLT 4dr Mega Cab SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
A daily driver and get an honest 22.5- 24 mpg unloaded. Pulling a 29 foot T/T I get 11-14. Not bad!
Go baby go
Adam Jones, 10/26/2016
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 ST 4dr Quad Cab SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Backed by warrantry
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They say "Everyone needs to own a Dodge..... Once"
Mike James, 07/27/2021
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 Laramie 4dr Mega Cab SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I am writing a review of my 2006 Dodge megcab 3/4 ton with the 5.9 Diesel motor. I purchased this truck new in 2006 and have had it ever sense. I rarely use it to pull and have never raced it or been abusive in any way. Frankly its been in the garage most of the time except to pull my two place snowmobile trailer in the summer and winter to our cabin just outside of West Yellow Stone MT. I am writing this review in July 2021 just after I have been informed that the motor of this truck has died, and is irreparable with just 104,000 miles. Now I must say, it surprised the heck out of me since I truly felt that the motor of this rig was the only thing I had faith in after owing it since new. I am " one of those guys" that most people like to buy things from, since I tend to be truly anal about maintenance and care. This truck was always babied and detailed regularly. Now I know that anyone can get a lemon, but this is my Dodge Citrus Story. Truck bought new in 2006. In 2008 at 20,898 miles the transmission went south. Dodge Said "out of warranty by 898 miles, so no help will be provided for repair or replacement. Oh well... bad luck I thought and had it rebuilt with lots of Billit parts for increased durability. All was well until 1 year later when it got the Dodge death shake and the front end went bad and had to be replaced. Common problem I hear with the Dodge diesel trucks. Now the truck is almost worn out at apron 28,000 miles and the heating and air-conditioning system went bad. $890 later I had heat and air. Nice to have in the winter and summer. Then for the next 55,000 miles it ran like it was supposed to until the ignition starts malfunctioning, and they tell me it was a $1200 repair. It was something that with a little shake of the steering wheel and a turn of the key pushed to full start position for about 6 seconds it would start, so I figured I could live with it unless it gets worse. Now at 104,000 miles the motor went down. I always thought changing the oil faithfully at 3000 miles would keep a motor alive for a lot longer... guess not for these rigs. Ive owned my Dodge, now its time to chalk one up for experience and move away from this manufacturer for good.
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Nothing Better
Jack Cates, 02/15/2007
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup 3500 SLT 4dr Quad Cab 4WD SB (5.9L 6cyl Turbodiesel 6M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is my first diesel. The combination of Dodge and Cummins cannot be beat. This truck "feels" more solid than the Ford or Chevy. Tows a 9000 pound 5th wheel like it isn't there. Recommend the Dodge Cummins to anyone.