Reason trans upshifts quickly is to get into 2nd gear faster because convertor locks in 2nd. Means less slip and in turn less wasted eng rpm and ultimately the goal of less emmissions. Trans also has "adaptive learning" programming, trans learns/adapts to how you drive and what load it normally has. After you been towing 20k for a week then unhook and bobtail. It will shift and feel different because it is, normal. The hesitation off the line is because the inline 6 eng produces alot more torque faster below PEAK tq. (1600 rpm) than PSD/DMAX V8 competitor. the trans has to protect itself from the low end, low rpm tq and steep tq. Rise of the inline 6 eng. All real HD allisons and other HD Trans manufacturers do this that are in class 7 and 8 trucks,, not the cheap 1k version they put in the GM, allison doesn't even warranty them. Dpf issue, your idle time is roughly 20%. That is a decent duty cycle, dont let it get much higher. I know some oem OTR manufacturers are displaying soot load as 2X what the cummins ecm reports to oem modules or dash. To force people to try an regen more or alert you that it's doing it. Essentially they know the average person driving it really does not have a clue as to how the aftertreatment sys. works in its entirety, just that they are driving it. OEM"S are trying to make it more idiot proof. Hope the truck serves you well in the future and best of luck. ......Have seen some shifting issues that a software update will fix though, especially down shifting w/ exh. Brake w/ heavy loads.

You can rearrange the icons on the U-Connect screen toolbar. I put the camera icon on the bottom toolbar for quick access. To rearrange the icons, hold-press an icon and drag it to the toolbar at the bottom of the display.

You can add a shortcut for the camera to the bottom of the screen, I have it set on my 12”

Nice truck. Im from Ford family and just a few days ago got my ever first 2500 Cumins Laramie. But your limited is packed. Be blessed.

I haven't had any problems with the headlight aiming into oncoming traffic because I opted for the auto-leveling airbags. The truck automatically levels out when I attach the trailer. Nobody has ever flashed me for bright headlights when towing.

Hard to argue with any of those issues. Great honest video. Keep up the great work.

I glad you were honest about your truck I think anyone who owns different brands would do the same. Still a awesome truck though good job

Hey job what do you think about the 2022 ram 5.7 limited is it a good truck what have you heard.

JB good video... some of the things I noticed on my 2019 2500 also.. the 2019 and 2020 1500 just have a nice drive.. I see the 1500... so is it a ecodiesel or Hemi? I really like these 1500’s. A raptor was a close call but waiting on Ford to update interiors.. the new TRX is going to be awesome also...

I have 2019 limited but the 2500 and I love it

When I was shopping for my 1st truck, 2 years ago, I went with RAM for the Cummins and the g56, knowing everything else might be in the lower end of the quality scale. I've had to deal with minor headaches, but nothing that would make me regret the purchase. Nice vid 👌

Great follow up video on your thoughts so far JB! So would you still take the 2020 over older model years? And what are your thoughts on saving the cost of an Aisin and going with an aftermarket 68rfe that is beefed up. I think Suncoast and Muldoons offer them for example (once warranty expires of course...) I am hoping this is the year I can finally pull the trigger on a truck and RV. We shall see with how all this craziness is right now though. Hopefully you and the family are staying safe and healthy.

I thought I was the only one with the LED spotlight condensation... Great video that hits the owners real time viewpoint. Also my paint does seem to chip a little more than my other RAM’s.

I got the last year of the Gen 4 3500 Longhorn...been great. I wouldn't ever buy the first 2 years of a new model they always need two years to debug and I think you've demonstrated this. Cheers!

Time to delete the emission

Great video, information you can only get from experience. I have 4 Chev trucks and previously 2 Ford trucks. I really like the look and towing capacity of the Ram 3500. Should I hold off buying one until the 2021 models come out? What is your opinion?

Great info JB, keep it up!

wow that interior is 🔥🔥

Man that had to be painful knowing how much you like your Ram. Paint chips on the from bumper if you a painted from bumper has to be protected if you want want it to look good. That is the advantage to a chrome bumper (not a fan of lots of chrome). The factory spray in bed liner is or can be an issue with every brand of truck. Thanks for sharing JB awesome information about your Ram. Great job keeping it honest my friend.

What if you do a tune... will that clear up the transmission issues?

Enjoyed the insight. I have a Ram 2500 with the same problem with the chips on the bumper. Any ideas on what to use for a cover on the bumper?

There is a tsb for the condensation on the tow mirrors. There is a new designed light they put in.

I have the tradesman, same problems, shifter, bedliner etc.

Thanks my for all great info . I hope You and your family stay safe .👍

Hi i know it's been a year, but how did you fix the loose shifter, thanks

About the headlights. Ram did think about that. They gave the option of auto leveling air suspension. That’s another reason for it along with better ride and handling. Ram is the only company that offers that. PD Diesel said on his channel that he got the ac and the DPF use fixed. You may want to check into it. Your transmission may need a software update. The reason it shifts at such low rpm is to try to get bette fuel mileage.

Great points! Especially with the headlights and towing. I also agree on a 7' bed. All crewcabs should have the 7' bed. Now I see where Owen gets that head shake of disappointment!

Great video I just ordered a 2021 Laramie Longhorn Limited 3500 and am def going to have then tighten the shift handle if it is loose and protect front bumper

Back in 1984 ford truck had a 7 foot box my cousin still has it it was a special order I drive a 1999 2 gen say hi to me 613 bruiser. Good vidio

A little nit picky jb 🤣 though i get it. When you spend $70k+ for a truck you want everything perfect. Takes alot to criticize your own truck. But if you go with ford or chevy youll find just as many things to complain about in the long run. I do agree completely with the aisin issues and the short bed. Hopefully in the full 5th gen they extend the short box another 4-5 inches, and move the 5th wheel mount back like gm. And in the near future we will likeley either see a zf 8speed or an allison replace the aisin. I applaud you for this video though, if ram doesnt know what people DONT like. They wont fix it

Have you driven one of the 10 speed trans of Ford or Chevy curious of your thoughts.

Might look into a throttle signal enhancer, the one i looked at for my 2012 is plug and play. my truck is deleted with a engine and transmission tune installed.

Bruh I drive a 78 f150 and this dude complaining about stuff I dont even have 🤣

A banks pedal commander will fix that lag. It is a computer lag. Not the Aisen transmission.

Is this truck comfortable enough unloaded to Daily drive or is the ride really bad

You are spot on about several things. Keep up the great reviews.

The bed is the length it is due to the mega cab and chassis wheelbase. A longer bed would require the fifth wheel hitch to be behind the axle. To get a longer bed on a mega you would have to increase the wheelbase.

First model year vehicles always have more bugs

Thank you for your video, I been debating on a Ram and Ford HD. For the price you paid, you would think the quality of materials would be better. I do love the cummin motor.

Thank you for the honest review..was strongly looking at new Ram 3500 HO drw. I know each have their own issues but my 17' 3500hd Silverado been great and trouble free..Not brand loyal but really appreciate your review!

This was tough to watch. I’m a ram fan also but I am glad I watched this video before I upgraded

That trans is suppose to perform that way the lag on take off is the computer tune lol

Great review. I'm buying a new Ram and this was very helpful, thanks. However, I like that there's an option for the 6 '4 bed, it's one of the main reasons I'm going for the Ram.

JB I am looking to purchase a 2020 or order a 2021 2500 or 3500 single wheel. I have watched a few of your videos and have to say you do a good job of explaing the weights and how you overloaded your truck with the 5th wheel weight on the hitch. Great point that I did not think of. Again keep up the good work..

that dead peices is for lane assist, I have it on my 20

When you get out of warranty just put a tune on it and customize the way your truck runs.

Thank you for making this I'm trying to decide between a forward in a ram

What product do you use to protect paint chips?

I am not a huge fan of chrome bumpers, but I opted for the chrome bumper instead of the painted bumper because I was worried about rock chips in the painted bumper. I haven't had any chips in the chrome bumper after almost 10,000 miles.

Sharp truck and the lack of serious problems actually reconfirms my decision to go with a new Ram 3500. Wondering which rear end gear ratio you have. I suspect that might be more of a reason you are not happy with the shifting. The Aisin is a rock solid tranny that is your best bet in a Ram for towing. Keep up the good work.

Nice video man, I've owned a couple of those trucks, good luck and Happy Camping...

I’m a Chevy guy but you’ve got an awesome truck man! She’ll show you a lot of love.

I love the 99 Dodge ram 3500 dually wheels with a manual transmission. That my dream truck

My 3500 Turbo Diesel 4 x 4 Laramie is the best ever and I get compliments daily. All chrome and red.

New subscriber. Great informative video my guy. Class A CDL driver here. Need a good hotshot truck. I may get the Chevy

Thanks for the video. Well done.

I've love my 2015 2500 Silverado absolutely no complaining other that i wish it had more power. It has the 6.0 absolutely bullet proof though but under powered. There I admited it someone else admit something you hater about your truck, you'll feel better.😏

There’s a company in Utah that will stretch the frame and put on 8ft box

I have a RAM 3500 Cummins Turbo 2016 LIMITED, this truck has been the most reliable !!! I have been thru the mountains several times. And this truck kept me safe during some devastating weather. Thanks RAM still trucking 140,000 miles, drives like she’s brand new. AMAZING

I love the aisin hesitation. Reminds me I’m not driving a sports car. Reminds me take it easy and baby it so it lasts forever.

The headlights on my 2020 Laramie dim when a car is coming

You should get a 2021 when it's a true 5th gen. I've been a Ford guy my whole life, but the Ram 1500 cab is the best one out of all the new ones. The inline 6 engine is a much better design, and V8's have more regen trouble.

JB! could you explain to me what is the difference between a 2500 and a 3500 ram cummins?

On one hand I love your review because you bring up some really important issues (complexity of operating the 112" screen, not having a telescoping steering column, some build quality issues), so thanks for that. On the other hand, you could have titled this "I probably should have paid more attention before buying my $90k truck". When I bought my 2018 Rubicon, it was slightly used, and had almost everything in it I wanted. But after driving for a while I started wishing I had things like the towing package, Aux switches, LED lights. I could aftermarket these things, but now wish I'd gotten the jeep factory prepped for it. Lesson learned, do more homework before buying. That said, I'm looking at a 20 Laramie gas 2500 and your video will help sharpen my eye while doing my homework.

Mike Tyson voice nicccccccce! 😂😂😂 Can't find 1 thing on my truck I dislike. Best truck I've ever had. No Guts No Glory 💪

Ram makes the best heavy duty truck available! So if you're unhappy with little issues with your Ram. Go ahead and buy a Ford or Chevy and get ready to have a field day!

I think the paint on newer Dodge/Ram/Chrysler vehicles is thinner than the older models. I picked up a 2018 Dodge Durango RT and one of the first things I noticed about it is the paint thickness. I have a door ding on my driver side and you can clearly see that there isn't a thick layer if paint used when painting these vehicles. I had all sorts of rock chips that got fixed at a body shop after a branch fell on top of it.

I have been seriously looking at buying this exact config but your video probably saved me a ton of headaches. I had the Chevy 2500HD high country and I figured this would be comparable. I love the Ram interiors and that big 12” screen... Now I’m kind of thinking of waiting until this truck gets a good, smoothe, fast transmission.

No, my 2017 F250 has had PCM issues and the sunroof leaks down through the A pillar. Looking at a 2020 RAM 3500 Mega Cab duality now.

Nice truck but i prefer Laramie Longhorn i have one 2019 Mega cab Laramie Longhorn with Ram Box for my opinion the best truck

Just bought a 2020 with the Aisin, not quite used to it. It actually feels like a standard transmission shift, revs up drops then back up to RPM. Is it just me?

Why do you have your phone in your hand while driving? It’s a 2500 fine in some states

Loved the video, really critical content from someone that knows their HD truck!

Man I drive a 7.3L with a 4 speed so I don’t wanna hear it.

I would have to get a right hand drive. Very interesting negatives my friend.

Also just subscribed very good content 👍🏼

In regards to your paint chips on your front bumper, that Is typically the result of following too close to the vehicle ahead of you on the highway. Try staying back a bit further and that will happen much less.

No way would I go Ford(death wobble, Ford electronics, quality) or Chevy(IFS, terrible cabin, etc). Yes, they have better transmissions, but a Five Star tune would take care of all or most of your concerns. - Are you leveled up front? The LEDs do auto-level up and down on start up, but do not compensate for a level. - Any car would chip if used on the hwy as much as you use your 3500. Xpel and ceramic coating are mandatory on all of my cars. - The shifter problem it me too, but the dealer fixed it. - I don't think the camera thing is that huge of a deal, and definitely more superior than Ford, tho GM is killing it there. - I DO wish for a telescoping steering wheel. - The seats are still based on the 4th-Gen, which didn't have 4-way lumbar. Your 2020 Laramie does have 4 way lumber, for instance. Keep truckin!

For fair weather driving I always try to remember to shut off the rear diff traction control button and then the asi/ trans and the 6.7 eng. work together better and usually the truck has quicker shifting with better acceleration otherwise leaving the traction control active on paved roads the whole eng,trans, management system will interfere with driver input during quick takeoff/ passing by regulating throttle input frequently delaying acceleration until it figures out everything is ok to do so. Frustrating sometimes and I just work around it. With vehicles like this they should just leave the driving to the driver as I have witnessed situations where these new technologies in all new vehicles could put a driver in harms way where driver skill would effectively avoid the situation. So in certain cases skill is not rewarded instead collateral consequences could be the result . Just have to adapt driving technique to resolve this. Certainly not interested in gps self driving cars that will be a nightmare sooner or later. On my truck ram limited similar quality control of exterior trim fitting is a little off here and there also and like you demonstrated the big screen can be distracting to use amongst the many other items you have shown pretty much the same as one I have. It seems everything now is like this 😔

Test drive the 2500 Denali and the 2500 Ram. The GMC was responsive in every aspect compared to the Ram. It cant touch the Ram interior but its still pretty nice. I was going to buy one or the other this August for daily driving and pulling a travel trailer but with the world going to hell in a hand basket it's going to have to wait. Love the videos man, keep them coming.

I’m sure GM and Fords has issues as well. I personally had issues with my Chevy the leather interior is so cheap started failing apart in 12 months. My Ford Diesel 1 ton had 4 transmissions in 18 thousand miles.

It's man made nothing perfect man .....Chevy and Ford have down side too...

drag and drop your camera app in the place of one of your u connect apps at the bottom of the screen (u have 2 u connect apps at the bottom)

That empty space on the left with no button is where my lane sense button is

I purposely never by trucks with painted bumpers because of that. Chrome is much better. I think it looks AWESOME with painted bumpers, but it's such a painful thing to see it ALWAYS CHIPPING.

The problem with the transmission is it's built for heavy duty use. The clutch packs are tight and no computer programming can overcome that physical tightness when it shifts, when you use an ox to pull your garden wagon, don't expect it to handle like your donkey. If you don't need a heavy duty truck, buy a lighter one.

Great, honest video. Hopefully Gen5 fixes it. Any rumours about whether it will be the 2021 year model?

Good video! I had a 2019 RAM 2500 Limited Cummins with the 68RFE trans and that's the main reason why I got rid of it. The 68RFE in 1st and 2nd wont hook up. It feels like it rides the clutch. I also hated the mirrors on the truck and the dumb fender flairs. I just got a 2020 F350 Platinum and like it so much better. Also, something people don't think about but you mentioned it with the camera, I felt like the big screen is nice but hard to get to everything. The Ford screen is smaller but the camera resolution is better and I prefer having buttons to get to different radio stations and the camera.

my 20 3500 12" has the camera shortcut at bottom on main screen

Like your vids! Buy a CHEVY!!

I have a 2020 F250 Diesel and it also comes without auto-level headlights. Everytime I use it for towing my trailer I am blinding upcoming traffic or spend the time to use a screwdriver and manually adjust for the new level. I never thought this was an issue on 2020 Heavy Duties....

You can drag the virtual camera icon down to to task bar on the bottom. This make life easier.

AND ITS CLOUDY OUTSIDE

I love my 2019 limited 5500. You sound like a perfect Ford owner 😂 Get you a ford and then talk about quality 😂

Good vid mang!

LOL love the video.... basically EVERYTHING Dodge on my truck is breaking....Cummins is running tip top. Everything else though....different story. I purposefully got a 5.9 because of all the horror stories i've seen about the emissions systems breaking, causing premature engine problems. I do recommend Hot Shot's Secret EDT. I use it in every tank. Apparently there's a recent update to the Trans and the ECM that fixes the Aisin shifting problems. PD Diesel put up a video about it. I've had Aisin's in my Audi's and you have to reset them every month or so to get the performance back. They "learn" and rob the motor of power...but with the update and the reset everything seems to be fixed.

Damn Justin, Time for a F-450 Dually Wide Track.

I traded my ram for a 2019 f350. Don’t get me wrong I love a Cummins diesel. Just got tired of everything else. I’ve been happy since I made the move.

JB, You hate the Aisin, transmission, why didn’t you order it with the Allison’s transmission? I have a friend that has the 18’ Mega Cab, but he ordered it with the Allison’s because he hated the Aisin’s. Just a thought....

so when you put in reverse the camera doesnt come on? like every other vehicle does?