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2022 Ram HD Builds and orders - Post and discuss your TRUCK order here! ** NEW USERS READ POST #1 **

DeepH20Driller said:
Well, RamChat says ETA to dealer is 01/05 - 01/20. At this point, I figure it’ll be closer to 1/20. My issue lies in that I work overseas, 28 days on, 28 off. I leave on Jan 13. I won’t return home until Feb 12. I asked Mark Dodge what would happen if the truck comes while I’m at work. They said I have 7 days from when it arrives to set up finances. Which, I think is kinda messed up, seeing as I’ve waited 6+ months for this truck and they can’t wait a few weeks for me to return home to set up finances! As well as held $1,000 of mine. I can make it happen, but it’s hard. I’m in the middle of the ocean and my communications aren’t the greatest. It is what it is!


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That is tough. I think I heard you have to buy withing 14 days to get the price protection?
 
DeepH20Driller said:
Well, RamChat says ETA to dealer is 01/05 - 01/20. At this point, I figure it’ll be closer to 1/20. My issue lies in that I work overseas, 28 days on, 28 off. I leave on Jan 13. I won’t return home until Feb 12. I asked Mark Dodge what would happen if the truck comes while I’m at work. They said I have 7 days from when it arrives to set up finances. Which, I think is kinda messed up, seeing as I’ve waited 6+ months for this truck and they can’t wait a few weeks for me to return home to set up finances! As well as held $1,000 of mine. I can make it happen, but it’s hard. I’m in the middle of the ocean and my communications aren’t the greatest. It is what it is!


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I feel your pain. I worked offshore for 12.5 years. Brazil, S. Korea, GoM, South Africa and Singapore. I closed on a house from a drill ship in 2012. I would think a truck can be done in 2022. At least MD told me as long as I have access to a computer and printer/scanner you can sign and set up finances without being in person. Good luck. It'll work out for ya.
 
DeepH20Driller said:
Well, RamChat says ETA to dealer is 01/05 - 01/20. At this point, I figure it’ll be closer to 1/20. My issue lies in that I work overseas, 28 days on, 28 off. I leave on Jan 13. I won’t return home until Feb 12. I asked Mark Dodge what would happen if the truck comes while I’m at work. They said I have 7 days from when it arrives to set up finances. Which, I think is kinda messed up, seeing as I’ve waited 6+ months for this truck and they can’t wait a few weeks for me to return home to set up finances! As well as held $1,000 of mine. I can make it happen, but it’s hard. I’m in the middle of the ocean and my communications aren’t the greatest. It is what it is!


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Can you get financing at your local bank and do the deal before you leave? Is there such a thing as a bank bond that would hold it?
 
ACEd said:
Thanks for suggestion. That might do it but I tried that without success - the only part accessible is the lower fixed part of latch. 4 fasteners = 2 ea 10mm hex screws and 8 mm hex nuts

But it is not notched so there is no adjustment. Better to let Dealer deal with it before I mess something up.
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I couldnt remember if it was torx bit ot standard

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DeepH20Driller said:
Well, RamChat says ETA to dealer is 01/05 - 01/20. At this point, I figure it’ll be closer to 1/20. My issue lies in that I work overseas, 28 days on, 28 off. I leave on Jan 13. I won’t return home until Feb 12. I asked Mark Dodge what would happen if the truck comes while I’m at work. They said I have 7 days from when it arrives to set up finances. Which, I think is kinda messed up, seeing as I’ve waited 6+ months for this truck and they can’t wait a few weeks for me to return home to set up finances! As well as held $1,000 of mine. I can make it happen, but it’s hard. I’m in the middle of the ocean and my communications aren’t the greatest. It is what it is!


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Then again, Ram ain't very accurate at all with these dates. You may not see it until February or March. Ask me how I know.
 
DeepH20Driller said:
Well, RamChat says ETA to dealer is 01/05 - 01/20. At this point, I figure it’ll be closer to 1/20. My issue lies in that I work overseas, 28 days on, 28 off. I leave on Jan 13. I won’t return home until Feb 12. I asked Mark Dodge what would happen if the truck comes while I’m at work. They said I have 7 days from when it arrives to set up finances. Which, I think is kinda messed up, seeing as I’ve waited 6+ months for this truck and they can’t wait a few weeks for me to return home to set up finances! As well as held $1,000 of mine. I can make it happen, but it’s hard. I’m in the middle of the ocean and my communications aren’t the greatest. It is what it is!


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That's a friggin shame! Why does everyone think we all have office jobs around the corner and always have to meet their expectations. People who do business with customers need to start thinking about those customers who keep them in business!!! Have you spoken to the owner of the dealership? I wouldn't think he/she would want this negativity drawn towards his/her business. I set up finances with my bank and it's set in stone for 45 days and I know my truck is only a week or two from the dealership. The main problem is the unit could have several thousands of dollars worth of transport damage and will have signed the paperwork prior to actually seeing the truck. If it works out you MUST sign the paperwork while on the job I'd ask for a few hundred pictures....... bet they won't want to do that......
 
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Well , it finally landed 7/22/order. will pickup next week.:cool: Here are a few pictures from the dealer, Pearl white Hemi. Much thank you and appreciation to brv10 and officer dirty Sanchez for your assistance and input, while we all enjoyed this journey together.:)
 

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99Cummins said:
Ordered 6/22, Build Sheet 12/06, Window Sticker 12/08, Delivered to Mark Dodge 12/31.
It's been a LOOOOOOOONG Wait!
Aaron is delivering to me next week!
Happy, Happy, Happy!
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That’s awesome Congrats. I keep hoping to see a post and picture about a truck delivery at Mark Dodge and notice my new truck in the back round or on the lot but in the picture, being a regular cab it would likely be mine.
 
99Cummins said:
Ordered 6/22, Build Sheet 12/06, Window Sticker 12/08, Delivered to Mark Dodge 12/31.
It's been a LOOOOOOOONG Wait!
Aaron is delivering to me next week!
Happy, Happy, Happy!
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You ain't sleeping without some Melatonin in your system every evening...... Crap! I'm so happy for you I may not sleep.... LOL That's a nice lookin' rig man... Happy for You!
 
thejam said:
Well , it finally landed 7/22/order. will pickup next week.:cool: Here are a few pictures from the dealer, Pearl white Hemi. Much thank you and appreciation to brv10 and officer dirty Sanchez for your assistance and input, while we all enjoyed this journey together.:)
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Looks like the Sport Package....... Congratulations!
 
Scubaz66 said:
That's a friggin shame! Why does everyone think we all have office jobs around the corner and always have to meet their expectations. People who do business with customers need to start thinking about those customers who keep them in business!!! Have you spoken to the owner of the dealership? I wouldn't think he/she would want this negativity drawn towards his/her business. I set up finances with my bank and it's set in stone for 45 days and I know my truck is only a week or two from the dealership. The main problem is the unit could have several thousands of dollars worth of transport damage and will have signed the paperwork prior to actually seeing the truck. If it works out you MUST sign the paperwork while on the job I'd ask for a few hundred pictures....... bet they won't want to do that......
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Exactly!! I’ve spoken with Sandi @ Mark Dodge, and that’s what she said. I may contact GM. You bring up a great point about damage and signing papers.


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matemike said:
I feel your pain. I worked offshore for 12.5 years. Brazil, S. Korea, GoM, South Africa and Singapore. I closed on a house from a drill ship in 2012. I would think a truck can be done in 2022. At least MD told me as long as I have access to a computer and printer/scanner you can sign and set up finances without being in person. Good luck. It'll work out for ya.
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Right there with you! I’ve worked in Philippines, Singapore, New Zealand, Australia, Malaysia, North Coast of Alaska, Seattle, South Korea, Alaska again, GOM, Suriname, & currently working off coast of Georgetown Guyana. I’ve spent half my darn life overseas. Working 12 hrs as a Driller, my brain is fried at the end of the 13-14 hr shift. Last thing I want to deal with is loan haggling.


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DeepH20Driller said:
Exactly!! I’ve spoken with Sandi @ Mark Dodge, and that’s what she said. I may contact GM. You bring up a great point about damage and signing papers.


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I don't blame Sandi for wanting her money as soon as possible as I understand (I may be wrong) doesn't she work from an out of state area? She wants her commission as soon as possible. I'd speak with the GM, but if need be go all the way to the top. Mark does a ton of business, he isn't hurting to pay his invoices immeadiately. Someone asked a few pages back what was the pay schedule for dealers to pay their invoices 30, 60, 90 days? You are only asking for a couple three weeks..... Good Luck my friend. Let us know how it all comes out.
 
It's my understanding that it costs them money to hold a truck. Most dealerships have a 3-7 day grace period on interest payments; after that point, they are on the hook for it. Also, they probably need the space on their lot.

That all said, they should be willing to accommodate a later pickup for a fee at the very least.
 
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