Uplevel Laramie models also wear chrome on their front bumpers and side sills. The big side mirrors, great for visibility, are mounted on platforms to minimize wind noise, and a channel has been specially designed to keep water off of the mirrors. That same year, Ram was modestly restyled inside and out. Power is of the utmost importance for the buyers considering the 2008 Dodge Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 heavy-duty models. They use a part-time transfer case that can be shifted from two-wheel-drive with the car in use. There is a dizzying array of options, but each successive level brings more luxury and takes the Ram from work-site mule to country-club thoroughbred.
Overall, there were not many changes to the truck's exterior. Despite their bulk, these Mega Cabs steer, ride, handle and brake at least as well as competitive long-wheelbase heavy-duty pickups. This is great for launching with heavy loads and for off-road creeping, but on-road, if you start in first gear, you'll need to shift to second almost immediately and to third before reaching 20 miles per hour. Sometimes you have to search for the right button to press. The diesel comes with a standard six-speed manual or optional six-speed automatic transmission. The 1966 and 1967 Charger had proven their worth on the track and on the street, but the public wanted more sports car out of their Charger, so Dodge was back to the drawing board with a promise of a new and improved Dodge Charger. That's big news, as is the 390 horsepower rating of the revised 5.
The Dodge Ram has run with the big boys ever since, sometimes leading, sometimes trailing, but always solidly on the bill. A six-speed manual transmission comes standard with the 3. Arguably, the Ram is the best-looking truck on the market. The Ram felt composed and solid, thanks in part to the new-for-'06 coilover front suspension. Further, the 2010 Heavy Duty 2500 and 3500 models will adopt the 1500's styling and amenities.
Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. The seats' adjustable lumbar support made for an effortless day cruising, even with bellies full of Southern cooking. For improved fuel economy, the front axle driveshaft is automatically disengaged when in two-wheel drive. The body and interior gave the physical presence of the new 1966 Dodge Charger, but the soul was provided by what was packed under the hood. Safety features include optional side-curtain airbags designed to provide head protection in a side impact or rollover. A big panel below that folds down with adjustable cup holders.
Want more secure room in your Ram? The newest Mega Cab sits on the same frame and suspension as the larger three-quarter-ton. Interior Features The Dodge Ram is among the roomiest of the full-size pickups, and its cab is a pleasant place to be. The Quad Cab is handy for hauling friends and family but even the Regular Cab is roomy. A fast, raked-back windshield enhances aerodynamics and water management, while gracefully blending modern sleekness with Ram's retro lower body. The recall began for Chrylser on June 8, 2015. The Mega Cab now boasts the largest interior of any full-size pickup and features so much rear-seat legroom it's only a matter of time before someone starts using it as an off-road limo! A few years prior, the Hemi had returned in the form of a 5. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V817 in its entirety.
If you don't tow more than the occasional tent or personal watercraft, or live in the mountains where long grades and high altitudes conspire against you, then it may offer enough power in a light-duty truck. The Hemi exhales though a free flowing, slightly louder exhaust. Trim Levels At the bottom of the Ram hierarchy is the 215-hp, 3. That same year, Ram was modestly restyled inside and out. Whether the '08 Ram is merely as good as the trucks listed above, or somewhat better, is more a matter of personal preference than anything else. The 2008 model year brings new life to the 4.
Inside, the Ram offers a handsome interior, and in Quad Cab or Mega Cab guise, rear-seat space goes from adequate to limousine-like. Ride quality can be a bit harsh, and the base 3. Frankly, it still looks good after all these years. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company. In the rear, Dodge engineers chose a five-link system to keep the solid rear axle and coil springs centered under the truck. But the new Crew Cab model with a 5-foot, 7-inch bed is the biggest news. The Ram's rigid chassis minimizes road vibration.
This improves comfort, safety, and drivability. There were cues of the original Charger, like the fastback and hide away headlights, the 1968 body style was more rounded than the previous generation. Chrysler's number for this recall is R25. At night, the instruments are nicely illuminated in green. The switch from eight cylinders to four is usually undetectable to the driver, but since the Ram is heavier and less aerodynamic than Hemi sedans and wagons, don't expect the same percentage increase in economy. The design of the standard audio system could be improved for ease of use.
Laramie The Laramie comes standard with the most powerful drivetrain: the 5. The left tie rod assembly may break. Long-bed Rams also get a bigger fuel tank, 35 gallons in place of the standard 26 gallons; some of the latter offer a 34-gallon option. Remedy Chrysler will notify the affected Chrysler and Dodge owners and Mitsubishi will notify the affected Raider owners. The switchover is seamless, and fuel economy is improved by as much as 20 percent, says Dodge. Model Lineup The 2008 Dodge Ram is available as a Regular Cab or four-door Quad Cab.
Ram Quad Cab models offer a brilliant combination of comfort and utility. A six-speed manual transmission is standard for the base engine, and a four- or five-speed overdrive automatic is optional. You have the regular cab, Quad Cab also known as a crew cab , and Mega Cab which is essentially a jumbo crew cab. The Dodge Ram has run with the big boys ever since, sometimes leading, sometimes trailing, but always solidly on the bill. The rear coils keep the truck firmly planted through back country chicanes, inspiring driver confidence and even some exuberance. The 2008 Dodge Ram 2500 is a fairly civilized workhorse, comfortable and composed.