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Feel Like I splurged without having splurged
magick727, 03/11/2018
2017 Ram 1500 Tradesman 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Apologies in advance for lengthy backdrop. There might be a point.... Before purchasing a 36ft travel trailer several years back, I had a F150 Harley 4.6. It was beautiful truck. Impeccable interior, down to the accent lighting, air-conditioned seats with trademarked dye with Harley monograms. The retractable running boards were a nice touch when they worked. And when they didn't the result was laughable. There was nothing quick, or powerful about that 4.6L. And the Harley AWD edition only had a GWVR of ~5.5k so it had to go when I got the trailer. We also had an AWD Volvo 400hp XC90 at the time which put the ford to shame in terms of power and handling but nowhere near that tow capacity. I eventually upgraded to the F250 Powerstroke KingRanch which was rated for 14,000 and would tow my 10k trailer up any hill I could find. But, even with stock suspension and proper weight distribution, the back end sagged noticeably and caused people to flash their high beams angrily in retaliation for my low beams assuming high beam vectors... Still, it towed cross-country w/o issue until I discovered that SuperDuty trucks exceed the hight restrictions of many Pacific North West urban parking garages (Including my own residence and place of work) . So I sold the F250 and recently bought my first 1500 Hemi. It fits in the garages and I'm happy. It also has that same aggressive power and handling as the xc90 while towing my weight class and NOT blinding oncoming traffic. This 1500 Hemi 4x4 with 5k miles was 1/2 the price of Powerstrokes with 40,000 miles or more. I did have to travel 3 states away to get a decent deal, and decided to pass on the higher end trim package while keeping all the tow essentials. So far I don't miss anything and will have much less to cry about when the Hemi begins to accumulate typical "cramped garage" cosmetic wear and tear that has worst impact on for trucks with higher end packages.
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Happy Ram Owner
sharon martino, 06/07/2017
2017 Ram 1500 Tradesman 4dr Crew Cab 6.3 ft SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
We are happy with our truck. Will go for the quad cab next time, though, for family comfort-we were in a mini van. LOL !. Awesome truck
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dan, 05/23/2018
updated 12/02/2020
2017 Ram 1500 Laramie 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 6.3 ft SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
3.0L turbo diesel cost more than Hemi gas, but 28 mpg on full size crew cab worth it. Hoblit in Woodland best selection and sales staff quick and knowledgeable Patriot (MAGA) Blue with beige vented leather Bench seats 6. zero percent unemployment, big pharma, tax reform, did more in 4 years, than joe in 4 decades.
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OUR FIRST RAM LARAMIE 1500
Lee Shultis, 02/15/2018
updated 08/25/2020
2017 Ram 1500 Laramie 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 6.3 ft SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
The truck is the best among half ton competition, I researched and owned/test drove- ford, chevy and Toyota. we currently switched to dodge from chevy and you get more truck for your dollar. very happy with the Laramie model. the power is great and the ride/comfort is awesome on long trips. the fuel economy is not the best, but the trade off is owning a car then, and trucks are what you need when you live in Wisconsin. We will definitely purchase the 1500 Laramie again in future.
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Best truck I've ever owned!
Jason, 09/30/2019
updated 10/07/2020
2017 Ram 1500 Laramie 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 6.3 ft SB (5.7L 8cyl 8A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I've had an F150, F250 diesel, a Chevy 1500 and now two RAM 1500s. My latest 2017 RAM now has 55k (9/30/19) and I have had zero issues. It's quiet, super comfortable, plenty of power (5.7L) and returns a solid 22mpg at 75mph all day long. I used it to commute back on forth from Grand Rapids MI to Kenosha WI for a year in all kinds of weather. Now we use it to chase my daughter's travel volleyball team around a four state area. It is truly a "do all" vehicle from towing trailers, getting groceries, hauling lumber for remodeling and loading up for weekend volleyball tournaments. It is equally competent for Friday night date nights and cruising the back roads so my dog can hang her head out the window. Love, Love this truck. I had my heart set on a new F150 in 2017, but Ford and Chevy just want way too much and rely on the diehard fans returning each year. RAMs are so good now and the pricing much cheaper than Ford or Chevy. Want the best deal? Buy a RAM 1500 Classic while they last. *Update* just passed 82k miles with no issues. I run Mobil 1 exclusively and oil sample at each oil change. Everything is perfect, buy with confidence.
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