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Really want a 2026 RAM 2500 Loaded Laramie Cummins but.....

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I have been looking at, in great detail, the 2500 Laramie loaded with a Cummins along with an F250 Platinum loaded with the Tremor package. I've had two RAM 1500 Limiteds in the past and they were both great trucks minus the leather dash delamination issues which is why I will not buy a RAM with leather dash. Never owned a RAM 2500. Had a 1997 Ford F150 that was a good truck but was never a Ford Fanboy. Love the look and interior of the RAM. However I am hearing a TON on forums and on YouTube videos of all of the electrical issues and even motor issues that is scaring the crap out of me. I realize that folks that aren't happy are 100X louder than those that are happy and have had no issues. I've spoken to my local RAM dealers and Mark Dodge which is about 11 hour drive from me. The RAM deals are killer and you get so much more for your money than a Ford. I want what we all want and that's reliability and a trouble-free truck. Unfortunately, none of the BIG 3 have anything that meets that mark which, in 2026, is a bit crazy!!! Looking for thoughts on the topic. I am test driving a loaded F250 Platinum Tremor tomorrow to see how it drives and determine if this is still an option I would enjoy. Part of me thinks waiting until the 2027s come out may be my best bet but that's never a sure thing either. Thank everyone for any thoughts!
 
I just got a used 2024 Laramie 2500 and it was a steal of a price IMO. Its my second ram and first HD.

I did test drive a mess of other HDs and the Ram 2500 blew them all out of the water. It does have the leather dash..but its at 39k miles and shows no signs of delam or other issues. Though i know to keep an eye on it and will use a sun block in the windshield during the summer.

I think if you gave the 6.4 gasser a chance youd be happy with it. Ive read, heard, watched, ect., that unless you REALLY need the diesel and will use the heck out of it under load, avoid it in all costs in ALL of the 2500s regardless of the brand.
 
I've had 2500 Rams with the 5.7L, the 6.4L & the 6.7L.

The Cummins truck was great and, after putting it on a weight loss program because all those emissions systems left me stranded on the road, 14 miles North of Nowhere, on 3 occasions, I was done. After the diet, the truck was awesome and it did its towing job with no issues.

The 5.7L truck also towed with regularity but not as heavy as the Cummins truck. It too was an awesome truck and it emptied my walled with mod after mod after mod. And I was willing to do all that it took to make it mine.

The first 6.4L truck I owned was also a mod monster, but it was an entirely different beast from the Cummins & the 5.7L Megacab. It ran differently and, as @Gren71 says it is a good choice.

And now I am running yet again another 6.4L truck and I couldn't be happier with it. I say give one of those a chance vs. a diesel unless you really need the torque they provide.

Good luck with your choice.
 
I’ll add my 2 cents worth. If you are towing a camper or fiver get a 3500 regardless. I opted for the 2500 and regret it due to the coil spring rear end. Rides like a dream unloaded but has lots of wiggle when towing. I’ve added air bags, and the corrected rear track bar, both helped but not like the old lead spring 2500
 
Jnrcarson said:
I’ll add my 2 cents worth. If you are towing a camper or fiver get a 3500 regardless. I opted for the 2500 and regret it due to the coil spring rear end. Rides like a dream unloaded but has lots of wiggle when towing. I’ve added air bags, and the corrected rear track bar, both helped but not like the old lead spring 2500
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Totally disagree, love my 2500. No issues towing our previous 14k fifth wheel or our current 8k TT. No wiggle/sway whatsoever with either one. It rides like a stagecoach empty but nice with a load. Different strokes for different folks.
 
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I didn't drive a platinum but did an xlt with the 6.7. It rode ok, it's a truck. Steering is heavier than my 2500 with the 6.7 cummins. I'd love the extra seat controls and the infotainment center the ford has. But between the xlt and platinum the interior seems almost the same on the dash just more buttons on the platinum.

The cup holders/center console is better on the ford i feel.
 
Our 2025 RAM 3500 CCLB DRW Cummins was bought new from Mark Dodge in June 25. Got a pretty good deal.
Had a 2024 RAM 3500 CCLB SRW Cummins before the 25. It had power, but the Aisin trans made it drive like a bus.
The 25 with the 8-speed ZF is much smoother and the tranny actually seems to be in the game.

Just did a recall on the 12" screen, although we have had no trouble with it, other than being laggy sometimes.
I have had a number of RAMs and have not had the issues that some have had.

The 6.4 hemi was sufficient to tow up to 11k, and more if you only do it occasionally. It likes/needs to rev. And does not like to idle...
It was a better daily-driver.

We tow a 20k FW toyhauler, so the DRW diesel was a must.

ALL of the manufacturers are having issues, so pick your poison.
 
I keep asking for RAM to put together a Laramie with a megacab and rambox - but it is as if they can't see the point.

It is only offered on the limited and I actually like the Laramie interior better for real truck use that will drag in some dirt.

I told the dealer to go back to RAM and ask but they just laughed.
 
For what they ask for trucks these days you'd think they'd be willing to let you order what you want and not be dependent on their set packaging. I'd like a Rambox in a lower trim, or better yet allow a bench seat (really buckets with a folding jump seat) and ability to add a factory locking rear diff to a Laramie. I've also asked my dealer about flexibility and gather it doesn't exist.
 
Couchsachraga said:
For what they ask for trucks these days you'd think they'd be willing to let you order what you want and not be dependent on their set packaging. I'd like a Rambox in a lower trim, or better yet allow a bench seat (really buckets with a folding jump seat) and ability to add a factory locking rear diff to a Laramie. I've also asked my dealer about flexibility and gather it doesn't exist.
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I actually asked one of the bigger / high volume dealers since you would think that they have more leverage.

Sometimes it is finding the right sales person that wants to get an order and needs to make a sale to feed the family.

Honestly sometimes it is women, because they have a long history of badgering men into getting their way...
 
I suspect it's because of the manufacturing process. I wanted the 50 gal tank on my 2500 but was told only the 3500 can have it. Sure looks like there's room for it when I look under there...

Their margins are so tight any deviation to what they can pump out quickly costs them money.

Toyota is the most restrictive on a build.

Ford seems to be the most accommodating. You want a backup alarm on your six figure platinum truck? No problem.

Just seems like they have things they way they want to and any deviation from it they don't see the benefit. Even if people would pay for it.
 
Toyota doesn’t let you order a build from factory at all. You can ask the dealer for specific combination of features and they’ll get an allocation when factory decides they’ll make it. Kinda nuts if you ask me.


You can get a 54 gal Titan tank for 2500 if it’s a diesel. I did
 
The term “loaded” when describing vehicle packages has always been funny to me. It’s a like a term used by car salesmen who don’t know anything about the car.
 
Buy whichever one you like the most. Drive it. Enjoy it. If it gives you trouble? Trade it..

On the term "Loaded". I worked dealerships for 6yrs. As I understood it, loaded meant the car was so full of options and accessories that you could either haul you and a full tank of gas or a 1/4 tank and a friend. Which brings us full circle to the 2500 vs 3500 debate.
Payload!
Went to RV show with daughter and her hubby last weekend. He says we want a 5th wheel, my "loaded" F150 will tow 14k! Oh really, Lol, what's your payload rating? Payload? Whats that?
They should be teaching this in home economics! If that still existed...
 
DontSlamMyRam said:
Buy whichever one you like the most. Drive it. Enjoy it. If it gives you trouble? Trade it..

On the term "Loaded". I worked dealerships for 6yrs. As I understood it, loaded meant the car was so full of options and accessories that you could either haul you and a full tank of gas or a 1/4 tank and a friend. Which brings us full circle to the 2500 vs 3500 debate.
Payload!
Went to RV show with daughter and her hubby last weekend. He says we want a 5th wheel, my "loaded" F150 will tow 14k! Oh really, Lol, what's your payload rating? Payload? Whats that?
They should be teaching this in home economics! If that still existed...
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You should let him buy a 14k pound 5th wheel, just so you can see the look on his face when he tries to hook that up to his half ton.

Would be worth the price of admission, for sure.
 
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