1985 Dodge Ramcharger Sport Edition review from North America
"An unstoppable, thirsty, off-road beast"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The fan has fallen apart twice, also taking out the radiator and fan shroud.
The carburetor needs a rebuild.
The insides of the muffler are broken, causing a nasty rattling noise.
The transfer case shifting fork wore out, causing the transfer case to slip out of gear and grind. (I abused it in 4-Lo.)
U-joints, starter, alternator, basic maintenance.
General comments?
People are always surprised at the size of the inside when they climb in.
This truck is mammoth and slow, but once it gets moving (like in mud or snow) it is unstoppable. (Watch out Geo Metros who dare to cut me off.)
With a 4" lift and 35" tires, this truck sits high than any other at my school. Even higher than the rich boys whose mommies and daddies buy them brand new trucks and get them lifted ten inches.
I love camping in this truck. I removed the back seat and it leaves plenty of room for a mattress and all of the luxuries.
Last year, during hunting season, I pulled a Suburban with chains on all four tires from being stuck, and I hadn't even engaged my 4wd yet.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1985 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.9L. Small-block Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 152000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 178000 miles |
| Previous car | Dodge D100 |
| Date of Entry | 16th August, 2003 |