Top 10 Things I Love About My Ram 2500 Tradesman

Top 10 Things I Love About My Ram 2500 Tradesman - Best Deal in Trucks

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Күн бұрын

I believe this is the best deal in the 3/4 Ton Truck market. 17,000 towing, 3100 payload. Looks completely different than the rest of the trucks out there. How do you beat it?
Here's my Top 10 Things You Might Hate video:
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@klebercosta5152 15 күн бұрын

Just got mine 2024 tradesman 2500 with 750 miles for $46999 in Lawrenceville Ga I love this truck

@ryanhorning5261 2 жыл бұрын

I have the same truck and I love it! Took the family on a 4300 mile road trip with a camper this past summer and my three teenage daughters didn’t complain once. I did install an inverter in the back passenger area for them and seat back pouches. I couldn’t ask for a better vehicle!

@NickMango 2 жыл бұрын

Monster trip Ryan! I’m jealous. Hope to do one of those soon 🙏.

@rockyjay55 2 жыл бұрын

The off road package gives you a lot even though you may not be off roading it helps for towing and gives you a more beefy truck.

@legion1630 Жыл бұрын

finally found a 2500 RAM review that fits my budget - Thanks so so much for this review

@bethg7026 2 жыл бұрын

My last truck was the previous generation 1500 tradesman. Im also forgetting to put it into park, that dial and I have a love-hate relationship. I fully agree with you that the fabric seats are really nice. My 2019 1500 has leather because I'm a wimp in the winter (ok not really, I have raynaud's syndrome and arthritis everywhere) and wanted heated seats for our central NY winters. And now that I have the sliding back window, I love it, and have used it to bring some really long trim pieces home. It almost completely made up for having to get the shorter bed. And yes, totally feeling you on the insurance lol!

@rrlandservice9017 2 жыл бұрын

Just bought a 22 yesterday, 48k, steel grey, love it, had 4 miles on it, 650 a month, wait 6 months then refinance

@Yoursistersazz 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah a 5 five year loan with no interest 😂 no way you’re paying only 650 unless they ran a special with 0% interest

@michaelkay9442 24 күн бұрын

Just found this and it was a timely find indeed! We are looking at a 2024 Ram 2500 with the 6.4 Hemi Bighorn edition to pull our 7000# travel trailer. I really enjoyed your video and it has me convinced more than ever that we are making the right choice. Its been a long time since I owned a Dodge truck, the last one was a 78 Li'l Red Express....dating myself here...but Chrysler products have always been good vehicles for me. Looking forward to possibly getting this 2500 and seeing what it can do. Thanks for the video and your insightful thoughts!

@bradshouseful 2 жыл бұрын

nice video... Traded in my 2018 Ram 1500 for a 2021 2500... I opted for the long bed with the 50 gallon tank. I couldn't find a LB with a 50 gallon tank and the 4.10s but the 3.73 towing numbers are fine for what I need. Love the truck.

@NickMango 2 жыл бұрын

50 gallons 💪💪

@BibleSamurai 2 жыл бұрын

i like your enthusiasm....and that 1,2,3 volume is pretty cool. im getting this truck with the pw package, God willing.

@danb371 Жыл бұрын

Just started watching your content. Agreed, Ram options were best per dollar and why I bought a 2018 2500 new. Glad to see the same logic in 2021 models.

@markvanderlinde8226 2 жыл бұрын

We love are 2021 2500 tradesman with tow technology and 5th wheel prep and snow prep . With 6.4 hemi. In the hydro blue color.

@pilchard2000 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that Nick , very informative . Albany Western Australia

@rockyjay55 2 жыл бұрын

I wanted to go for the big horn but my wife didn't want to spend the extra money. Big horns all you really need in these kind of trucks.

@bossgonzalez9120 2 жыл бұрын

I bought my 2021 Ram 2500 Tradesman 6.4L shorter cab in July 2021 for $49k. That same weekend the dealership had a red, white (my purchase) and a silver available. All sold that same weekend. Since then, only the longer cab or diesels (new) have been available for purchase. I got close to $38k on trade for a 2017 4runner SR5 and glad I decided on the RAM!

@NickMango 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I got mine in May for 500 less than sticker. Got super lucky. Good luck with yours 👍

@wesleydean4228 2 жыл бұрын

Ordered my 21 with rubber floor, carpet has no place in a pickup.

@buckeyedragracer 7 ай бұрын

I just traded in my 2021 1500 for a used 2022 2500 Tradesman. They must have made some changes for 2022. I don't have a sliding rear window but I have carpet. Also, I use Android Auto every day but it's over Bluetooth. My 2021 required a cable. I'm not sure which gears it has, probably 3.73 but I'm only towing a 10k lb enclosed car hauler so the 4.10s aren't necessary. I prefer the 1500 for daily driving but I still love my 2500.

@roncooley5651 2 жыл бұрын

I just ordered a 2022 spec exactly like yours. I watched your dislike video also and i have to say between the 2 videos i learned quite a bit. Nothing that changed my mind about my order but good info to know. Thank you

@NickMango 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it Ron. Thanks 👍

@markbrown2296 2 жыл бұрын

You receive your 2022 yet? I ordered a 2022 Ram 2500 Tradesman Hemi yesterday.

@donausmus4281 Жыл бұрын

Have a 2022 2500. For me, the seat was too low in the back. Felt like my butt was in a hole. Bought a kit from Ohio Diesel to bring the rear mounting brackets up 2". Made all the difference. I bought this truck to haul a Lance camper so all I needed was the 3.73 rear end. Payload is 3500 with the 6.4 Hemi and mileage us actually better than my Tundra.

@kaseycasece1340 2 жыл бұрын

BASE STANDARD RAM TRADESMAN / TOWAGE PACKAGE / DIESEL / CREW CAB / NO CHROME / STEEL WHEELS / ROLL UP WINDOW / HEAVY - DUTY AUTOMATICS / 3.73 AXLE RATIO / VINLY SEAT AND MORE TOO ! .

@mothercoconuts5828 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful video

@ZR1Terror Жыл бұрын

Damn, your video makes me want to trade in my XLT F-250 for one of these. I love the Tradesman look.

@coreyconner1699 2 жыл бұрын

I bought a new 22 Chevy 2500 Hd Duramax Lt Trim I was very pleased with price and options very good tuff truck 5th wheel , goose neck prep package , if I would went with just goose neck B&W I would have paid more than prepped far both through GM, sprayed in bed liner thicker than what I would get at local shop again better priced through GM . just few things i looked at RAM but the dealers was to proud of them

@redspain349 2 жыл бұрын

I have the rubber floor no glass that opens one the motors go out on them i didn’t wanna have to deal with it . I have the Ram floor mats. You don’t have to get the bare bones to get the rubber floor. I have everything that you have and a little more.

@redspain349 2 жыл бұрын

You can also use the back view camera when you’re driving down the road I just found that out

@carlnewby5963 2 жыл бұрын

May I ask how?

@Incharge7734 2 жыл бұрын

I have the same Tradesman with the Cummins. I couldn't see paying more money for the higher trim levels. Next thing you know they'll have one with a bidet in the back seat for another $10k. I bought my 2021 one year ago and a 2022.is now going for $8k more. They have gotten so carried away with all the trim levels and all the bells and whistles on these trucks. I just want a truck to tow my trailer. The Limited trim level is now 40k more than I paid for my Tradesman and has the exact same powerplant and transmission. Go figure.

@RetrieverTrainingAlone 2 жыл бұрын

Nice demo with your fly rod... How much for a spare key? I was surprised tow hooks are not standard.

@NickMango 2 жыл бұрын

For a third key? Not sure probably a lot. All button start vehicles have expensive keys.

@GiantsNinerFan56 Жыл бұрын

Hi Nick. Did you ever get a fix for the towing mirrors? I love your upgrades!

@NickMango Жыл бұрын

I still can’t figure it out. Someone said they put the 1500 mirrors on there. Little to small for my taste. I’m still trying to solve it though. Thank you!

@derekblackwell3189 2 жыл бұрын

Did you ever test to see if the truck turns off the acc after a period of time if it the truck puts itself in park? Nice videos BTW. My 22 is on order…

@NickMango 2 жыл бұрын

I haven’t but I should do this. Will report back when I get a chance. My gut says it’s a battery killer haha. But maybe it’ll surprise me 🙏. Hope you get your truck soon 👍

@Rmachine429 Жыл бұрын

Great video (to include the other one on 10 things you hate). I rented a Tradesman in GA to support response/recovery in Eastern KY (floods) in the very recent and was real impressed with the truck's overall performance. Agree, feels and rides like a truck; truck stands tall providing great visibility when driving from such a height. Upon returning home - I've become interested and now toying with the idea of trading my 2021 F150 Lariat FX4 5.0. The negatives I'm facing include gas mileage (icw F150), price of RAM 2500 Big Horn w/desired options, and perhaps the one that grabs me the most (ironically) is inability to park a 2500 in my garage (about 5 inches too long). Have always liked protecting my "investment." Curious on your thoughts on my current dilemma(s). Thank you!

@NickMango Жыл бұрын

Yeah that’s a lot of negatives. My opinion is unless you need it, stick with the 150. Or unless you have piles of cash and no place to put it. But yeah, gas is going down, and it’ll be back at normal prices by end of year, but the mpg isn’t changing. You could buy a top of line 1/2 ton for the money, if you count the gas savings. I needed mine for payload and mayyybbbeeeee towing. If I didn’t, I’d still have a 1/2 ton. GL Roni 👍

@Rmachine429 Жыл бұрын

@@NickMango Thank you Nick for the feedback! I seem to be leaning in that direction. Arguably more of an emotional decision than fulfilling an immediate need (the pleasure and enjoyment of driving such a vehicle). I honestly wish I would have been unimpressed with the RAM 2500, surely would have made this self-induced conundrum avoidable. Be that as it may - I continue to fret at the potential to own one...

@Dachamp2001 Жыл бұрын

I've been going back in fourth with the ram 2500 tradesman & the big horn. Cause I need the adjustable pedals & power seat for the wife Cause she only 5' 😅 but also I definitely want the Cummins and center console if I can get it. Hopefully I can trade my ram 1500 express next yr. 2500 ain't cheap that's for sure.

@michaelabbott8248 2 жыл бұрын

I would venture to say that most people aren’t aware that you can order the Power Wagon option with a Tradesman, and Dodge/Ram surely doesn’t advertise that fact because if you know what you’re doing you can spec order a unique and outstanding truck for a lot less money than a straight up Power Wagon.🇺🇸

@NickMango 2 жыл бұрын

I agree not many people realize it. But it is a new group. You couldn’t do it in the past. And they don’t hide it now.

@johnnyg177 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid as always Nick…if your bumper is pullin 17,000 with the 4.10 gear, whats your gooseneck/5th wheel pulling? Do u have that capability on your truck? Thanks!

@NickMango 2 жыл бұрын

So I believe there’s no difference. Gooseneck vs hitch. Here’s a link to the chart that has every single combo: s3.amazonaws.com/chryslermedia.iconicweb.com/mediasite/specs/2021_RAM_2500_3500_HD_TowingChartevlal4hu4iu465hrhh9udegr4.pdf If you scroll to the bottom in the notes, it only says the gooseneck is required for crazy high weights. Hope that helps.

@johnnyg177 2 жыл бұрын

@@NickMango ok i will check it out, thank u!

@Longsnowsm 2 жыл бұрын

I want the rubber floor and even the vinyl seats. My use is a farm truck and you get muddy, and worse. Tracking all this "stuff" into the truck it needs to be durable so the base Tradesman without the carpet/cloth seats/rear window will work fine for those of us who work in less than desirable conditions. I like it, looks perfectly suitable for those of us who work with our trucks. If I am going to splurge on stuff it is going to be stuff to make the truck more work capable. I actually like the look of the Ford better, but the CP4 fuel pump in the Ford is a deal breaker. The GM products in the WT trim are very unattractive in the HD truck. RAM went back to the CP3 in the Cummins so that is a big deal for those of us looking for a long term reliable work truck. Thanks for sharing.

@jimmywallace2687 Жыл бұрын

No need for 410 if you get the Cummins, 373 will get you 20+ MPG. That 12" screen is awesome (it does have manual HVAC controls as well as the touch screen) it can also do split screen. The 360* camera option is wonderful as well as the heat/cool seats and heated wheel that comes on automatically when temps are cold (remote start and in 10 min your seat and wheel are warm) Curious where you got the tow numbers, the diesel is 20k but 6.4 is 15k per google. Please understand the 2500 is grossly underrated on payload for tax, insurance, and regulatory reasons. NOT due to any single component being close to its rated capacity. The 5th gen Ram 2500 has the same tires, wheels, brakes, frame, axles, motor, transmission, and transfer case as the 3500 srw std output (only difference is leafs vs coils) This is why so many people are safely towing 5th wheels with the 2500.

@NickMango Жыл бұрын

Hey Jimmy, the tow numbers fluctuate due to vehicle weight. Not every 6.4 combination is the same. Mine is 17k+ with 4.10 gears. You can find the info on the website. Thanks

@HossinFW 2 жыл бұрын

I love it too!!!!

@davincox2176 2 жыл бұрын

nice job

@stevenfoust3782 2 жыл бұрын

In my opinion ram truck are beautiful. I have a 17 Laramie and it rides better that by buddies trucks. One is an 18 Denali the other a 15 platinum 250. I think the Ram interior is much better as well. Features are similar between the trucks , fully optioned.

@redspain349 2 жыл бұрын

I have a 2020 ram 2500 tradesmen power wagon not bare-bones at all Blindspot power windows power mirrors back up sensors 8 1/2 inch entertainment with XM radio four-wheel-drive shifter on the floor spray in bedliner. 44,000 aspect one online similar to this without the power mirrors and Blindspot 57,000. Cost to have the roof running lights

@GeorgeSemel 3 жыл бұрын

I fly fish too, and that window makes me considering the vehicle. How are the durability and reliability?

@NickMango 3 жыл бұрын

I've only had it for 1500 miles. Everyone says it's good. It's a 2500 so unless you're beating the hell out of it, probably going to last a long time.

@ginocapone7783 2 жыл бұрын

Nice truck nick. I'm in the market for one.

@GiantsNinerFan56 Жыл бұрын

You can't put it in gear with the door open

@cujo229 2 жыл бұрын

The real question is why won't they make a split rear seat bench to flip up only one side

@NickMango 2 жыл бұрын

Big horn and above has it. Not on tradesman. I do wish I had it. Have to look for a totaled out one. GL 👍

@Vendetta_Armada80 2 жыл бұрын

One lucky guy wish I had one

@vickibange7259 2 жыл бұрын

8 speed transmission is outstanding. Trucks I've driven always call for manual shifting even in automatics. The 2500 never needs any such intervention, truck is ALWAYS in the right gear when I'm towing, up or downhill. (NY State, lots of hills)

@billylee2312 2 жыл бұрын

Looking for the same truck

@johnkizziah108 2 жыл бұрын

Been driving fords for the last 30 years (like fords) but thinkin bought a new dodge thay are alot cheaper to buy than a ford.

@adambarbara5002 2 жыл бұрын

Im trying to buy one. What are you guys paying? So far 2 dealers are 5k over msrp, two are at msrp and two are going about 3k under. Id like to get one out the door for 47 with tax and tags.

@NickMango 2 жыл бұрын

I bought in May for 500 less than sticker. And got a lot for my trade in. 5k above sticker is serious money.

@the_truck_farmer 2 жыл бұрын

The market is changing fast! Fear and scarcity are making consumers and retailers alike act crazy! My advice would be to look at dealers in other nearby cities and states. Some dealers seem to have more inventory than others.

@davidb.4342 2 жыл бұрын

@@NickMango Hi Nick, I enjoy your videos and have turned several buddies onto your site. Very insightful and appreciate the no fluff and your sense of humor. How did you decide between the 2500 gas vs 3500 gas? When buying new the price difference is negligible from what I’m seeing, and the difference seems to be the rear leaf springs. Also, how did you decide between the Silverado 2500 vs Ram 2500? We are long time Ram truck owners and haulers, BUT I can’t seem to find a decent ram dealer in my area that wont take me for a ride with the purchase process. That being said, there is a Chevy dealer that through a mutual relationship is less incline to take me for a ride. I can’t seem to find definitive details from reviews online and judging from your attention to detail and research abilities, I’m sure you considered the Silverado 2500, just wondering why you went Ram instead? Thanks Nick!

@chrisk164 2 жыл бұрын

Waiting on delivery of my 22 tradesmen and it has 12" screen

@NickMango 2 жыл бұрын

Oh man I guess they made that available in 22. I don’t think you could get that on mine. I wonder what the air/zones screen will look like. Tradesman doesn’t get separate zones or temp selection. At least it didn’t.

@chrisk164 2 жыл бұрын

@@NickMango yes you can get it for yours but it's aftermarket and costs more..and yes I'm interested to see how hvac controls are..a few people have downed the 12" because you have to go thru menus just to get to hvac controls instead of just turning a dial..i guess I'll see soon enough..lol

@NickMango 2 жыл бұрын

Right yeah I’ve seen people get them aftermarket. That’s cool. Big dough $$. But definitely looks 👌👌

@kaseycasece1340 2 жыл бұрын

DIFFERANT FROM 3/4 TON AND 1 TON , IS REAR SPRING ! . HEMI ENGINE DRINK HELL ALOT OF GAS !.

@kaseycasece1340 2 жыл бұрын

RAM HAVE 3 CHOICE : CLOTH SEAT / * VINLY SEAT / LEATHER SEAT ! . I DON'T LIKE ANY FANCY TRUCK B U T I DO LIKE WORK TRUCK !