2001 Dodge Ram Pickup ST+ review from North America
"A good, solid work truck that can still turn heads"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
In 67000 km, nothing major has gone wrong with the vehicle.
I have had the re-flash done for the high idle computer program. at 21000 km. This feature works without fault.
Rear axle was loose on springs, causing the axle to come out of proper alignment with the frame, two hours in the driveway, trouble cured. no expense.
Unit goes through air filters like there is no tomorrow. deep breather.
General comments?
Interior is relatively comfortable for taller drivers.
Power is good, had the ecm tweaked up to the 245hp rating at the dealer, and have since added a k&n air filter, and a PacBrake exhaust brake to the unit. Now its good to go, good to slow.
Has power and torque to spare, I frequently pull loads that leave other trucks gasping on the roadside. This includes pulling a freightliner truck, with a b-train combo for a few hundred yards on wet pavement, to get the unit clear of the lane.
I have no complaints thus far with this unit, and have no trouble recommending them to anyone.
Also, fuel mileage is decent, 21 to 23 mpg in city, and higher on the highway.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.9L turbo diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 3 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 67000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Toyota Pickup |
| Date of Entry | 21st February, 2003 |