Rams new 6.4 HEMI
Anyone own a HD Ram truck with the new 6.4 Hemi? Looking for some real world experience with the new Hemi. Can't seem to find one on dealer lots. Thanks
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dbear wrote:
goducks10 wrote:
Heres one in Salem Oregon.http://www.withnelldodge.net/new/Ram/2014-Ram-2500-Salem-OR-7193041b0a0a00653d0e0f5432983bbe.htm
Do yourself a favor. Go to the Ram Truck website, download the 2014 Chassis Cab Owners Manual, and turn to page 378 of 543. There you will find the manufacturer generated, approved, and authorized information regarding the recommended fuel for the 6.4L engine. It says, in part and with emphasis added:
"These engines are designed to meet all emissions regulations and provide excellent fuel economy and performance when using high quality unleaded "regular" gasoline having an octane rating of 87. The use of premium gasoline is not recommended, as it will not provide any benefit over regular gasoline in these engines."
It don't get any clearer than that.
But! Is that cc engine the exact same engine used in the pickups. Many times cc truck engines are detuned vs pickup engines. Chrisgoducks10 wrote:
Heres one in Salem Oregon.http://www.withnelldodge.net/new/Ram/2014-Ram-2500-Salem-OR-7193041b0a0a00653d0e0f5432983bbe.htm
Do yourself a favor. Go to the Ram Truck website, download the 2014 Chassis Cab Owners Manual, and turn to page 378 of 543. There you will find the manufacturer generated, approved, and authorized information regarding the recommended fuel for the 6.4L engine. It says, in part and with emphasis added:
"These engines are designed to meet all emissions regulations and provide excellent fuel economy and performance when using high quality unleaded "regular" gasoline having an octane rating of 87. The use of premium gasoline is not recommended, as it will not provide any benefit over regular gasoline in these engines."
It don't get any clearer than that.nevadanick wrote:
There specs contradict the manual http://www.elkomotorcompany.com/new/Ram/2014-Ram-3500-7d6bf38a0a0a00656dad302f78e19bdb.htm
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Info from a dealer's web site isn't always accurate. I'd believe the manual first.RZAR66 wrote:
Anyone own a HD Ram truck with the new 6.4 Hemi? Looking for some real world experience with the new Hemi. Can't seem to find one on dealer lots. Thanks
Seen some listed by dealers on Ebay.- There specs contradict the manual http://www.elkomotorcompany.com/new/Ram/2014-Ram-3500-7d6bf38a0a0a00656dad302f78e19bdb.htm
Jimbee wrote:
I too am very interested in a gas powered 3500 series truck like the Ram with the 6.4; The Chevy/GMC 6.0 only puts out 322hp, less than the 2500 with the 6.0(very odd). I would love to know if it really needs Premium or not, as the cost between Reg. and Premium really adds up when you're getting about 10mpg while towing!
See the picture I posted of the owners manual a few back. 87 octane only. No premium fuel recommended or required.- I forgot one more thing. It also has something needed to tow a fifth wheel. I'm not familiar with fifth wheels and the set up needed in the bed of your truck but it sounds like it's the framing that the hitch secures to. I'm guessing the extra supports needed under the bed of the truck.
- I thought this link might help you. The Fast Lane Truck did a review of the truck comparing it to the 2014 F250 and Silverado 2500. My friend at work recently bought one 4x4 with a 4:10 rear end axle ratio, 17,000 lb tow rating. It also has cylinder deactivation. What I think is really neat is the new rear suspension system rear coil springs and factory installed rear air bag. It's a very nice truck!
www.youtube.com/user/tflcar itguy08 wrote:
Hannibal wrote:
Why would I care what GM recommends? Didn't know the Ecoboost needs premium fuel.
It doesn't. Ford recommends it when towing but it will run very happily on regular old regular gasoline.
That's good to know. My next truck might be an F150 HD to tow our relatively lightweight 5th wheel.
