Question about 6.4 Hemi
I am considering trading my 2001 CTD for a new Ram 2500 4x4 and wanted to get some feedback from people who tow about 12K with them. I tow less than 1000 miles a year with the camper and in 12 years ...
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rhagfo wrote:tsbelue wrote:
I only get 10-12mpg towing and up to 17 unloaded with my 5.9 CTD but it has the 4.10 gears. It is the 235hp standard output. I dont expect it to get diesel mileage, that's not realistic. I would get a 6.4 with the 4.10 gears so it would tow the best. I work for Toyota here at the Tundra engine plant. The mpg for the hemi is not that different from the 5.7 Tundra engine. If my camper was lighter I would buy a Tundra cause they are good and that's where I get my pay check. I like the Ram and I think it fills my needs but just wanted to hear from you guys that have already tried towing with them. Thanks and keep sending your thoughts.
Just read your profile! You will not be happy with a 6.4, you are likely over 300 hp and about 650 lb. ft. If you were stock the 6.4 would be an improvement, but the towing beast you have it will be a let down.
I totally disagree. I'm towing a 11k 5er with my 3500 SRW 6.4 and 3:73 gears. This truck handles the load great. Does it pull like my 07 dmax? No, but it's more than capable, and no slouch.
To the OP. You stated you only put 1000mi or so a yr, and your not in the hills. The 6.4 will serve you well. I'm in upstate NY, and have our share of hill and mts. I'm loving the 6.4.
