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Tis a Tradesman Crew Cab 4x4 with the V6 Pentastar engine. I did a lot of research, and 8-cylinder trucks are to stay away from (Multi Displacement), or for power it is straight 6 with turbos. This V6 naturally aspirated engine has been around for a good while and is considered very reliable. The next step up was a Big Horn, and in my opinion the differences are NOT worth an additional 10 grand. Most notable is the electric adjustable seats. Manual is fine with me; set it once and forgetaboutit.

I'm blown away with all the new features. Light years ahead of my 2008 Totota FJ. Push button start in a truck? Wow! And a 33 gallon fuel tank. :thumbsup:

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Tis a Tradesman Crew Cab 4x4 with the V6 Pentastar engine. I did a lot of research, and 8-cylinder trucks are to stay away from (Multi Displacement), or for power it is straight 6 with turbos. This V6 naturally aspirated engine has been around for a good while and is considered very reliable. The next step up was a Big Horn, and in my opinion the differences are NOT worth an additional 10 grand. Most notable is the electric adjustable seats. Manual is fine with me; set it once and forgetaboutit.

I'm blown away with all the new features. Light years ahead of my 2008 Totota FJ. Push button start in a truck? Wow! And a 33 gallon fuel tank. :thumbsup:

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Congratulations! That is indeed a good engine, just make sure to change the oil more frequently than the oil minder recommends, and use a good grade of the recommended weight. If you do that they will treat you right.

On the other hand, I hate (HATE!) the push button start and auto stop/start. ;) Still a nice truck though!
 

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Congratulations! That is indeed a good engine, just make sure to change the oil more frequently than the oil minder recommends, and use a good grade of the recommended weight. If you do that they will treat you right.

On the other hand, I hate (HATE!) the push button start and auto stop/start. ;) Still a nice truck though!

The rotate selector for drive/neutral/reverse/park is very odd. I'll get used to it all in time.

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Tis a Tradesman Crew Cab 4x4 with the V6 Pentastar engine. I did a lot of research, and 8-cylinder trucks are to stay away from (Multi Displacement), or for power it is straight 6 with turbos. This V6 naturally aspirated engine has been around for a good while and is considered very reliable. The next step up was a Big Horn, and in my opinion the differences are NOT worth an additional 10 grand. Most notable is the electric adjustable seats. Manual is fine with me; set it once and forgetaboutit.

I'm blown away with all the new features. Light years ahead of my 2008 Totota FJ. Push button start in a truck? Wow! And a 33 gallon fuel tank. :thumbsup:

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My daily is an 07 FJ and the better half's a 2021 Lexus. It's a brain twister driving one then the other.
 
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You see the etorque option rams have?
Basically a little battery operated motor that bolts where the alternator goes.

Now they can advertise hybrid and have the breaks charge the battery
 

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:mad: Not happy!!!

Went to pick up the Dodge and the vehicle did not pass their inspection. An ABS module is throwing codes. Maybe Friday. I hope I didn't buy a lemon. Money has changed hands, all papers filled out, title for my vehicle was sign over, and... again, Not Happy!!!! :teeth:
 

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:mad: Not happy!!!

Went to pick up the Dodge and the vehicle did not pass their inspection. An ABS module is throwing codes. Maybe Friday. I hope I didn't buy a lemon. Money has changed hands, all papers filled out, title for my vehicle was sign over, and... again, Not Happy!!!! :teeth:

Ugh! What a disappointment! Hope they get it straightened out completely and quickly!
 

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Ugh! What a disappointment! Hope they get it straightened out completely and quickly!

I'm being told the part has been found and being shipped. Best guess is Tuesday. *** Fudge ***

I have to remind myself that I did get 25% off MSRP on this pickup. Dealers are loaded with inventory that is not selling, and I have taken the opportunity to get myself a truck to last me maybe 20 years or more. If I live that long.
 
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I'm being told the part has been found and being shipped. Best guess is Tuesday. *** Fudge ***

I have to remind myself that I did get 25% off MSRP on this pickup. Dealers are loaded with inventory that is not selling, and I have taken the opportunity to get myself a truck to last me maybe 20 years or more. If I live that long.

Wow! That's a big change from a few years ago, when they were ADDING thousands to the MSRP, because they couldn't complete vehicles for lack of electronic chips. Sounds like you got a great deal.
 
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