I did it for about 15 years. Only towed about 4 times, nothing heavy. Got 19-20 mpg average, 26 mpg hwy. Most reliable truck I've ever owned. 2000 Extended cab 2500. Dashboard cracked of course, power steering leaks, lift pump, alternator, starter, all normal wear items replaced . No engine issues after 324K miles.

This guy looks like he can grill a mean steak

I drive a 06 dodge 2500 turbo diesel with 24 valve daily gets great fuel mileage and plenty of room for the the whole family over 200k still running strong

I dont have a truck, and I'm not looking to buy one but i still watched the whole video.

Dude..this was The Most practical explanation of owning a 2500 diesel Ive found on KZfaq. This basically told me everything I wanted know. Thank you very much brother 👍🏻

First thing you do is delete all of the engine killing junk off of the truck. I always make sure to warm her up and cool her down properly as well. My 2018 Ram Cummins crew cab 2wd drives and runs like it should now. I get 18+mpg in the city, 25-26mpg hwy, and 13-15 towing my 11,000lb 5th wheel. I run it with the rear tires aired down to 60psi and it rides really well. I love my truck and drive it every day.

I'm on the fence on getting into a 2500. I've always driven half tons, and this video has a lot of the answers I've been looking for. Thanks man!

I have a 2019 ram 2500 8ft bed fully deleted and has over a half million on it mostly hwy miles but still runs like a champ

I know this is a old video. I just picked up a new 2022 Ram 2500 Tradesmen Cummins, loving every minute of it! I just subscribed to your channel. Thanks for sharing video.

I live in Canada, just bought my first Cummins, 2022 ram 2500 limited, super impressed with it, you nailed this pro & con, i share all your sentiments! Keep on Trucking!

I daily drive my 22 Ram 2500 6.7L CCLB 75% of the time and love it. She does stink a bit from the exhaust because she isn't loaded heavy and towing but everything is good once I hook to a trailer and load her down. Even with 35x12.50 tires I'm averaging 14mpg in the city.

2005 Dodge Ram 2500 5.9 230k miles and still going strong

Probably the best video I’ve seen reviewing the daily driver aspects….. I just bought a Ram 2500 and I’m selling my 2022 GTI to put money into my hotshot business….. I’m thinking of just dailying the truck

I've been driving my 07 Ram 2500, with a Cummins, everyday for 10 years. I live in a big city in Commiefornia and have no problems, you just adapt. You aren't kidding when you say backing in is easier, I do it regularly, especially because a lot of places have spots barely large enough for a prius, you just get used to walking further. Thanks for video!

I've been daily-driving my 2003 3500 Cummins for a little over 2 years now. Gotta say I've had next to zero issues doing so. The little inconveniences like being big on the road, the rougher ride, sometimes having to park further away from everyone to give yourself space, and the like are all just things you get used to after a while. To this day, I still prefer the sound of the engine to the radio 90% of the time! Definitely won't go back to gasoline at this point.

I just bought my Ram 2500 diesel in September. I currently live in the metro NOLA area, but getting ready to go full time rv'ing. Absolutely recommend this truck if needing to tow a lot and often. The city folk sure do get out of my way when coming down a subdivision street. Thanks for your post.

Great video! Thank you for keeping it short sweet, simply and to the point. 2014 Ram Cummins 2500 - 160K, zero issues.

Just got my 2020 Ram 2500 and its amazing. I've owned a Ram with a Hemi and it was fine but the Cummins is the shit. And you're rite about it not feeling like a toy.

I live in a really small town in Alaska, and only have about a hundred miles of roads. No interstates, and completely isolated. I daily drive my 19’ 2500 CTD with no issues. My last truck was 15’ 2500 6.4, and to be honest sometimes I do miss the simplicity of that truck, but I just love the sound of the CTD.. lol. I work only 4 miles from home and drive another 6 or so miles to get groceries and gas, so the truck does regen a lot; usually about every month or two or 700 or so miles. Especially in the winters were she idles a lot in the cold mornings ( yes, she gets plugged in). I do have to take it on long drives about once a week to burn up the moisture in the oil, but my point being is these trucks CAN daily drive and people shouldn’t worry about it. At the end of the day, if it does break down, just fix it and keep going. No reason to sweat it

Daily drive my 2007 5.9 Cummins. Love it.

This is exactly the topic and information I was searching for. Thank you for posting this video!

Every oil change I spray underneath my truck with fluid film. Prevents rust. Love my 2016.

I dont often comment on videos, but I sincerely appreciate your insight and openness about the truck. I was on the fence gas vs. diesel because of maintenance costs but you explained it perfectly. Thank you and stay safe out there

I have a 2014 RAM 2500 CCSB Laramie with Cummins. Been a great truck. I got it to tow my car hauler around and it does a great job. Had a GMC with Duramax before and it had a lot of problems. I was happy to get in a RAM. The warranty on the Cummins is great too if you need it.

Don’t do 15,000 mile oil change intervals people. Manufacturers might say that it’s fine but they really don’t care that much about if once the warranty expires. Yes the oil can be a bit expensive but it is well worth doing. My Cummins lasted 485K miles without ever taking the head off, that would not happen with 15K mile change intervals.

I really appreciate you making this video bud you answered all my questions I had about buying one the maintance information is exactly what I was in question about excellent video thank you

I traded in my 2019 Ram 1500 Laramie with 4 point air ride for a 2021 Ram 2500 Laramie with the 6.7 Cummins. The ride in the 2500 is no where as rough as I thought it would be. The 1500 had a cargo capacity of 1400 lb and I needed more for the RV that I am getting. The 2500 has a 2200 lb cargo capacity which is well within the 1600 lb pin weight of the RV. Love your video, thanks for sharing!

My daily is a 2019 Ram 2500 Cummins. I’ve had a bunch of brand new trucks. This is my 5th Dodge. You just can’t beat it. Before I bought this one I test drove the other diesels. The low end power of the Cummins and the way the Rams drive and feel is just better in my opinion.

3 years later and went from 1,000 to over 24,000! Good job!

Very informative! I just got a 21 Laramie. Found out quick about the ride on that 2-1/2 hr drive back. Country roads under construction. Love the video. Thanks!

My 2003 RAM 2500 Diesel has almost 200,000 miles on it. I bought it brand new back in 2003. It is still going strong after 17 years. You are right though. My maintenance costs have been really expensive lately. Normal maintenance is not bad during the year.

Subscribed! I bought a '22 2500 with the 6.7 last week and I love it! I was wondering about the ride, and now I know that's just normal. Thanks for the vid brother.

Been daily driving (and for work) a long bed Ram around Denver for a while now. The length was really challenging at first.

I had an 07 Ram Big Horn edition 1500. Back in those days the 1500 was as tall as the 2500 Ram, now the 1500s are more like cars and the 2500 are the real trucks. I was on the fence about a Cummins but thanks to this information I'm buying a 2500 Cummins!! Thanks man!!

Bought a New Laramie 2021 last month, I'm stoked ! Replacing my 97 F350 Dually Crew Powerstroke. If this Ram gets me half the service I'll be very Happy ! Blessings, Be Well !

Wow, gotta love that fast conversion to right hand drive . . . . which is the correct side of course ! 😂

Thanks for the video. My 2012 RAM BigHorn 4x4 2500 CC diesel has never ever seen the MPG you mentioned. Around town and on the Hwy I get 15 mpg if I"m lucky. I haven't had a lick of problems with it, I change the oil, rotate tires, change trans, transfer and differential fluids and it purrrrs like a kitten. Didn't need brakes until 70K miles. My 2012 is pre DEF. She's almost 10 years old and will be replaced with a truck I ordered in Nov which is a 2021 3500 HO Bighorn CC 4x4. Delivery scheduled mid Jan 2021.

I agree with what many actual diesel owners experience about the maintenance not being that bad if nothing goes wrong. Yeah you have a Turbo that can go bad, the actuator on the turbo is well known for failing at 60-80k. Overall it’s not hard at all to do your own oil change for under 50 bucks… Atleast it wasnt before Covid Ofcourse, Oil prices have gone up so it’s more like maybe 60 to 100 bucks depending on oil. . the good fuel filters to use are at around$100 but at least those really don’t need to get changed but once every 25,000 miles, atleast that’s what I’ve done and haven’t had issues in100,000 miles. In total stock form these trucks handle really well and do drive pretty comfortably for a heavy duty… Atleast my Megacab does. suburban lifestyle isn’t bad at all, I mean any longer vehicle can suck like a Tahoe/Surbuban, Expedition, van or 4 door truck. I drive around the Chicagoland area and have lived there for 31 years, it can be a little hairy depending what cities or areas you travel but overall not terrible as people think unless you actually live downtown Chicago or areas like San Diego where there is no space left. just have to know how to drive these things. On my 35x12.5 on 20x10 wheels yeah these truck do have a bad turning radius but again so do all big trucks. As for the weight, I speed around in mine a lot, I treat it like a sports car and with a good tune it sure gets moving well. These love to sit at 80-90mph on the highway for long periods of time. Plenty of cross country trips from Chicago to California, and these trucks,specially the megacab make for a great road trip experience. Super comfy for 30+ hr driving nonstop

I have owned 3 Dodge dually diesels over the past 20 years. I have no problems driving it anywhere, I have lived in suburbia for the past 10 years and find no problem at all being able to handle the truck in this driving environment. I transport fifth wheel RVs for a living both locally and cross country from coast to coast.

Just traded my 2015 Ram 2500 with the 6.4 Hemi, for a 2020 Cummins BigHorn... best decision I ever made. Absolutely love the truck! Thanks for the video, cheers from Alaska 😁

Just bought my 2020 Ram 2500 longhorn and installed a Carli leveling kit with track bar , it is my daily driver , love the quality ride vs stock . I went with 18" wheels and BF Goodrich KM3 37x13.50 tires

Check out CJC off-road for suspension options. I added 2” Thuren coils and Fox shocks up front and left the rear stock. Rides way better and the cost was $700. I did the install and it’s pretty easy

I was on the fence about buying one of these. Until I checked one out with the 6.7 Cummins and heard it. Definitely on the list now

I drive a 19 mega cab also have off-road package. My truck rides beautiful. My advise don't idle long periods of time. You should blast it on the hwy every so often. Keep it maintained oil and fuel filters. Good luck.

I use to drive 3500's and 5500's at work, the 2500 is my everyday ride and love it. Rides like a Caddy compared to the others. Enjoyed your video. Cheers 🇨🇦

Reducing tire pressure, especially in the rear helps with ride quality and tire wear, I end up driving with the tire light because ram did away with the light load button for the TPS. Also bushwacker makes a nice sill guard so you don’t scratch the paint getting in or out of your truck.

Great video bro. I’ve owned over 40, F350’s and bought a 2019 Ram 2500 in April and love it !! I’ve added 7500 lb air bags and an auxiliary fuel tank. I get 24.5 mpg at 65 mph and 14.5 mpg when I’m pulling my 40’ gooseneck flatbed trailer, empty. It makes me ton of money too. 😀 Keep up the down to earth videos! 👍✌️

I feel your pain, I drive a 2011 2500 diesel with an 8 foot bed in DC. Drivers up here suck but with this truck, no one messes with me on the road.

dude, great video. good info on the day-to-day. I have a '93 Cummins so can relate but was interested in the modern day RAM/Cummins trucks. You addresses some of my concerns about getting on for a daily. Thanks

Very informative video, actually made my mind up on getting one.

I have my 3500 6.7 Cummins and I love it

I daily drive a Ram 3500 Cummins after owning a 1500 and 2500 Hemi. It's a bear to drive in the city, so I do my running in the suburbs. With a Pedal Commander and a Bully Dog, I average about 16 MPG without our 37 foot 5th wheel and around 11 MPG when I'm pulling the 5th wheel. And by the way Everyday Man...you sound just like Dusty Rhodes!

1 thing you might think of, get a bulk tank, if you have a place at your property. I have a Ram Ecodiesel, btw. 2 micron filter on my bulk tank and no worries about water. 28-32 mpg with the 4x4 CC Ecodiesel, tuned and deleted.

Best 2500 review I’ve seen on KZfaq. Keep it up bro

You are a great talker. You want to keep listening.

Great video as usual, I subbed after I saw your crawfish and generator videos. Be SURE to check EVERYTHING that those 5 minute oil change places touch before you leave their parking lot. Barely over minimum wage guys changing the oil against the clock in a 70k truck is too risky for me.

I have a 2017 RAM 2500 6.7 that I daily drive and love it. I did have a very expensive issue just under 60k miles when I had to replace the DPS filter for $3300.

I have a 2500 Laramie Limited edition and it rides like a dream. Much better than my 2500 Outdoorsman Hemi. I do have issues with the turning radius, but it is the shuddering that have me scratching my head on. The dealer have not been able to correct it even with the anti-slip additive they’ve added. That’s the only gripe I have with my beast.

My 2019 F-250 crew cab 4x4 with the plow prep package is crazy tall as well. Here’s my low buck fix for getting stuff in and out. Throw a 5 gallon pail in the back to stand on when you are putting stuff in and out of the bed.

I have both 1500 Limited and 3500 Mag cab diesel, I enjoy both, I do use the 1500 as a daily driver, about 90 miles a day. only because I don't what to drive the 3500 in rain, if I lived in AZ or some place it didn't rail all the time, I would be driving it all the time,,

I never wanted a HD truck and really never considered a diesel. It was time for me to get a new vehicle and I was looking heavily at the Tundras. I was requested by a family member to purchase their 2018 2500 6.7 because they were in a tight spot etc. Reluctantly I did so, didn’t want to but financially it made sense and I’ve never really cared what vehicle I drove. Now I will NEVER buy another gas engine. I’ve put 30,000 miles on it in 6 months. I have a 26’ camper and 24’ bay boat that I towed everywhere with my Jeep Wrangler. Always kept it at 60 mph and took it easy and was comfortable doing so. I have to admit surprisingly to me, I think that 6.7 actually tows better than my Jeep! Ha! True story, I had to take the bay boat for work and it’s about a 5-6 hour round trip which we’ve done several times in the past with my Jeep. This last time we used the Ram and my buddy looked at me and said “I really think this is the first time we’ve done this and could talk to each other without yelling, and the fist time we’ve gone the speed limit! I also agree, maintenance isn’t that bad. The truck stands so tall you basically just walk under it to work on it haha. I attempted the fuel filters myself just for fun and cost savings. It was super easy, and same with oil changes. Super easy and diy makes it incredibly affordable.

Great video. I bought brand new 2015 2500 Laramie megacab. I currently have 96k miles. 95 percent of it is daily driver miles. It's a great daily driver. Highly recommended for that.

Pretty spot on Everyday Man. I have a 2018 RAM3500 DRW Big Horn with the 4:10 Aisin. It’s more of an RV at this time (used for pulling my Keystone Fuzion 429 Toyhauler 5ver 44 ft). It’s a beast but makes small work of the Fuzion. Stable as hell, amazing truck. I’m on the severe heavy duty towing schedule but as long as I stay on top of that, she runs PERFECTLY. However, next year my oldest daughter will be getting her drivers license and will inherit my daily driver Chevy HHR. That means my 3500 will become my new daily driver. Not a bad thing at all but just means my maintenance intervals come up much quicker. Great info video so I know what to expect when the daily driver duties start.

I've done the 3" Carli leveling kit on my '12 2500. It now rides like a straight axle Cadillac.

I bought my 2006 5.9 Cummins 2008, I drive it all most every day with 212,000 miles, with the original motor and transmission! Been a good truck!

This year i put just around 100 miles on my Cummins as I dont want to pay the $$$ for fuel and most of the time my Mini cooper works fine

Never thought I'd like or use the front facing sensors. I love them. So useful in parking lots.

Yeah you right! Sounds beautiful. Congratulations on 1K subs!

I have a 2018 2500 tradesman longbed. Everything you said sir about the parking is 100pct correct. Lol. I live in a really country town, Habersham in georgia so I have all the space I need, but I'm originally born and raised in NYC. I wouldn't even imagine trying to park there😂 cheers to you Sir great video🥃

Great video. From one Louisiana truck driver to another. Just to let you know, I have 2018 Limited 3500 SRW. It’s the 6.4l liter hemi. I get between 15-18 mpg. It feels heavier than my old truck (a 2013 Ram 1500 5.7 hemi) but the ride quality is exceptionally smooth. The truck feels heavy but the 410hp engine moves it pretty quickly. I have the 6 speed gearbox which I hear that people don’t like, the newer 8 speed is supposed to e a whole lot better. I plan to tow a 12500llb fifth wheel with it soon which will surely be the acids test. So far, I love my truck.

As soon as you said this will hold my keg, i had to subscribe!! Good video brother!!

I daily drive my Cummins its only a 5.9 05 but I love driving it everyday.

I'm looking at a couple of 2014 2500 laramie longhorns. Both are white with that stunning canyon brown interior. Only problem I have is finding the dadburned laramie longhorn floor mats with the dadgum barbed wire as the anti-slip tread. I'd like to find some that are at least in decent shape, but all I've found are the mega cab mats, not the crew cab ones. And the only crew cab piece I've found is the back half, can't find the front to save my life. Love the video though, and I LOVE these trucks!

Thanks for taking the time to post.

I average 13.4 with my 2018 Powerstroke. But I do tow quite a bit. I’m not worried about the maintenance cost because I go 15k miles fuel filter changes.

Subbed for the content of this one video which saved me hours of sitting on the fence. Thanks for posting it!

Hell Yeah Brother!! Kick Ass Truck!! Ram, all day everyday!!

I have no need for a diesel but I want one. This rams looks great!

Loved the video. Took a look at comments too. Love how you try to answer everyone.

Nice truck! I’m lookn for the manual G56, good info brother! I see you showing hwy 90 some love I see 🤣 we close to each other, des allemands, paradis, Boutte, Luling glad to see a local doing big things 💪🏾💯

I don't care what the factor says I wouldn't go 15,000 miles between oil change

My opinion and what I was taught - Anything more than 5k between oil changes is suicide for long term ownership. Problems may show up at mile 500/15,000 and the difference between 4500 remaining miles until inspection/service and 14,500 before the next service may or may not break your truck. Farthest I'd stretch it out is 7500 on a new 5th gen truck, 5k if 2/3/4th gen. I have a 06 5.9 Cummins with 140k on her and doing tons of work to her, looking forward to more on your channel about ownership! Thanks

Bought my 2006 Big Horn Ram 5.9 diesel new in 06. 138,000 miles. Drive it almost every day. Never towed with it or carried super heavy loads in the 8 foot long bed. Has a 900 mile range on interstates and freeways. 48re transmission went out at 135,000 miles. $5000 to repair!! Why Dodge would build such a strong truck and diesel engine and then pair it with such a weak trany is beyond me. The transmission shop told me they rebuilt it with heavier duty parts than the factory so we'll see as the years roll on. Sounds like an old emissions free diesel and rides like the truck it is and it does attract coments in crowded big box parking lots. I had it renovated and it looks brand new inside and out. Yes, parking such a high and long truck takes practice and careful manuvering and the only modern features i wish it had are front and rear sensors.

Love the truck brother she’s a beauty

Love my truck. 4th cummins. 18'19'22' srw 23' drw

Great video. I currently daily drive a 2013 Chevrolet 2500 with the 6.0 L vortex gasser. I use it as a daily driver to and from work (80 miles per day). Absolutely love the truck and don’t haul anything. I’m a big guy, 6’3” 265 lbs and the 1500 just did not fit me well. The mpg is 13-14 hand calculated. And it rides like a wagon. I am currently looking at and 2500 Cummins as a daily driver. Thanks for your input on the maintenance. I do worry about the turbo going out.....I’ve heard horror stories.

I've got an 01 2500 5 speed, just getting ready to turn 350,000 mile. I took a 700-mile trip the other day I achieved 25.3 miles per gallon. There's still a lot of cars out that way half as much and don't do a lot better

love what ya doing, looking at getting a 2006 mega cab, 4x4 cummins. I enjoyed it, truly, thanks.

Great information, ive been toying with the idea of getting a 2500 Cummins, ill be gettin a used one though. Your dudes on a budget haha. Thats a damn cool shirt btw, God bless brother.

I have 6.7 powerstroke,have a 15l cummins in my KW. I use rotella T6,between oil and filter doing oil myself is about $90 with filter every 4th oil change I have to buy an extra gallon. Because it takes 13 qts: I get the fuel filter on Amazon to it’s like $58 I know folks that have paid $180 for fuel filter change! I couldn’t believe it.

These are what I use in my business usually have trailer and skid steer behind them 13,000# every day they are very reliable and powerful trucks I usually get 10. to 12 MPG towing and over 20.0 running empty they even run better after about 50,000 they finally break in.

My daily driver is a 2018 Ram 2500/Cummins. Weighing in at 8250 lbs with my wife and me in it, as I drive it. On my daily commute of mixed city/highway it returns 22+ mpg. Towing my 10,000 lb camper it gets 14 mpg. It loves to do work.... the more you work it, the more it shines. There are NO cons to a Cummins, admit it.

Just traded my 2018 2500 with the 6.4L for a 20213500 with the 6.7 Cummins. Best decision I’ve made

I love my 2020 2500 limited mega cab with Airride suspension. Put a Carli 3.25" Pintop level kit with 20x10 wheels and 35x12.5 Toyo's ATIII. Rides better than my 1500 limited now. definitely use the 360 view camera when parking though. Also if you lower your stock tire pressure, it makes a difference.

I've been daily driving my 2003 RAM 3500 4 x 4 dually all it's life. I treat it like a moped. It goes where I want to go with no issues. I go in parking decks without issue. I did add Bilstein shocks (well worth it) and I have 302k on it. Surprisingly to most it's a 5.7 Hemi. In the day I thought I'd do more daily driving than hauling so I opted not to drop the extra 7k (in the day) for the Cummins. I do sort of regret that but it's been a great truck with little to no issues. The worst thing was the transfer case going out. A 1200.00 fix. No big deal given the mileage on it. Otherwise it's been routine stuff, tires, brakes... I just bought a new 2020 3500 single wheel and went all in Laramie Longhorn with the HO Cummins. The only op I didn't get was the Mega cab. Might regret that one day. I love RAM.

Good info, I just wish the editor would have flipped the "selfie video" horizontally so you'd be driving on the correct side of the truck - things just do not feel right when seeing wrong-sided driving... I focused too much on that and kept flipping things around in my mind... Not sure if anyone else feels the same, maybe I'm weird.

What the hell! I’ve been driving a 2002 Ford F-350 diesel dually daily for 20 years, 398,000 miles and still going strong !!!!

I would recommend doing those oil changes every 7000 miles

I have a 2020 bighorn crewcab 8’ bed Is kinda hard to park 😜 But I love it

I think the difference in ride quality your noticing is more from the weight difference like you mentioned, Shocks really dont do much for ride quality its the springs and geometry/type of suspension