Can't believe I bought American

**schoeney** · 01-08-2015, 11:12 AM

Bought 6 new Jap cars. Never a problem.

I bought 2 brand new American cars in my life...had bad experiences both times. Last one bought in 1996.

Maybe the 3rd time will be a charm?

The 395hp/410 lbs torque Hemi just melted my heart and the heated steering wheel warmed my hands. Sounds like a 69 Road Runner...love it.

Still can't believe I bought a Dodge. I guess it was time to come home (thanks to the #1 rating by Consumer Reports)....although the engine was built in Mexico and the silky smooth tranny was built in Germany the total parts content is 66% plus final assembly is American.

On second thought maybe I didn't buy American. Ram is owned by Fiat...dang.

Now...if the good old USA just built a better bike.

Uh Oh...stand back...here come my fellow Various Baggers to promote their steeds.

dshelly · 01-08-2015, 12:14 PM

I've owned two dodge products. My experience is that they are great until they get 100K on them. Then trade that sucker before the real trouble starts. The only jap car I had was a Honda Civic. Ran like a top, but had wiring issues later on.

duffy · 01-08-2015, 12:25 PM

I had an older (98 1500 w/360ci) Ram pick-up and I liked it. Totaled it out in a wreck and the air bags didn't inflate (seat belt worked great though). Decided to get a GMC for a replacement.

Dave · 01-08-2015, 12:32 PM

Nice looking truck, Greg!

Years ago one of my drivers bought a white Dodge truck with a chrome package. That was one sharp looking truck. The chrome on white really looked great

caribou · 01-08-2015, 03:12 PM

Good looking truck, Greg. My son has a 2012. Very nice truck.

**Jared** · 01-08-2015, 04:15 PM

Nice looking truck!

caribou · 01-08-2015, 04:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by schoeney

Bought 6 new Jap cars. Never a problem.

I bought 2 brand new American cars in my life...had bad experiences both times. Last one bought in 1996.

Maybe the 3rd time will be a charm?

The 395hp/410 lbs torque Hemi just melted my heart and the heated steering wheel warmed my hands. Sounds like a 69 Road Runner...love it.

Still can't believe I bought a Dodge. I guess it was time to come home (thanks to the #1 rating by Consumer Reports)....although the engine was built in Mexico and the silky smooth tranny was built in Germany the total parts content is 66% plus final assembly is American.

On second thought maybe I didn't buy American. Ram is owned by Fiat...dang.

Now...if the good old USA just built a better bike.

Uh Oh...stand back...here come my fellow Various Baggers to promote their steeds.

You know that's how it starts. First it's a Dodge truck, and before you know it it's a Harley or a Vic.

**Top Cat** · 01-08-2015, 04:29 PM

FORD

cactusjack · 01-08-2015, 05:13 PM

I've owned a couple of Dodge cars, a '91 Shadow and a '98 Avenger. The Shadow went around 200k miles and I sold it to my brother-in-law because we were moving to Phoenix and didn't want to take it. The Avenger was a great car, until my wife totaled it on the freeway. Oh yeah, I had an '81 Ramcharger 4x4 years ago, that was a piece of crap. When it comes to trucks, I am a Ford guy.

Good luck with the new truck though and congratulations.

**glwilson** · 01-08-2015, 06:18 PM

Nice truck Greg!

The Dodge's pull pretty nicely. My brother-in-law owns nothing but Dodge trucks, and has for years. Over the last several he bought the dual-tire diesel to pull his huge horse trailer through the mountains. Seems to work very well for him.

He did mention you have to watch for rust on them though. They seem to rust fairly easy according to him. Just keep an eye on it...

redjay · 01-08-2015, 06:19 PM

I just put $4200 into my Ford Taurus, new transmission and water pump.

**Griz** · 01-08-2015, 06:24 PM

Good looking truck Greg, enjoy!

**BudMan** · 01-08-2015, 06:29 PM

Nice truck, nice neighborhood too.

paul · 01-08-2015, 07:31 PM

Love my Hemi. Nice truck. Try some mods. If you like the TQ/HP now, you'll really like what awaits. Good luck.

blowndodge · 01-08-2015, 08:40 PM

I've owned my dodge diesel truck for 22 years now. Very reliable, hauls the mail that's for sure!

01-08-2015, 12:14 PM	#2
dshelly Sr. Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Belgrade, MT Posts: 2,824	I've owned two dodge products. My experience is that they are great until they get 100K on them. Then trade that sucker before the real trouble starts. The only jap car I had was a Honda Civic. Ran like a top, but had wiring issues later on. __________________ Dave "(dshelly)" Shellenberger 2014 Harley Ultra Classic 2007 1600 Nomad (Black) Shellenberger Machine Belgrade, MT Various Bagger Member (Harley Chapter) VBA # 2395
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caribou Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Bancroft,Id. Posts: 335	Good looking truck, Greg. My son has a 2012. Very nice truck. __________________ Tad "Caribou" Jensen VBA #1976 Bancroft,Idaho 2012 Electa Glide Classic 2003 Nomad FI(Past) _______________________________ I ain't never been lost, powerfull confused for a month or two, but never lost. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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01-08-2015, 04:29 PM	#8
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01-08-2015, 05:13 PM	#9
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	I've owned a couple of Dodge cars, a '91 Shadow and a '98 Avenger. The Shadow went around 200k miles and I sold it to my brother-in-law because we were moving to Phoenix and didn't want to take it. The Avenger was a great car, until my wife totaled it on the freeway. Oh yeah, I had an '81 Ramcharger 4x4 years ago, that was a piece of crap. When it comes to trucks, I am a Ford guy. Good luck with the new truck though and congratulations. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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01-08-2015, 12:25 PM	#3
duffy Sr. Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Hot Springs, SD and other warm and dry places Posts: 1,043	I had an older (98 1500 w/360ci) Ram pick-up and I liked it. Totaled it out in a wreck and the air bags didn't inflate (seat belt worked great though). Decided to get a GMC for a replacement.
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01-08-2015, 12:32 PM	#4
Dave Sr. Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Itchycoo Park Posts: 3,422	Nice looking truck, Greg! Years ago one of my drivers bought a white Dodge truck with a chrome package. That was one sharp looking truck. The chrome on white really looked great
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01-08-2015, 06:18 PM	#10
glwilson Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 8,575	Nice truck Greg! The Dodge's pull pretty nicely. My brother-in-law owns nothing but Dodge trucks, and has for years. Over the last several he bought the dual-tire diesel to pull his huge horse trailer through the mountains. Seems to work very well for him. He did mention you have to watch for rust on them though. They seem to rust fairly easy according to him. Just keep an eye on it... __________________ "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." "You can have your own opinion, but not your own facts." *Former VBA NCR Assist Regional Leader* Formerly: 2004 1500FI Bronze Nomad: 2009 & 2014 HD Ultra Current Rides: 2017 HD Ultra Limited & 2011 Can Am Spyder RTS-SE Attended: VBA National Rallies 2009, 2011, 2015; VBA/NCR Regional Rally 2010, 12, 14, 16 and several rides throughout with regional members. VBA Member #652 HOG Member #3935417
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01-08-2015, 06:19 PM	#11
redjay Top Contributor Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Ontario Posts: 6,938	I just put $4200 into my Ford Taurus, new transmission and water pump.
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01-08-2015, 06:24 PM	#12
Griz Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Pittsburg, Kansas Posts: 1,063	Good looking truck Greg, enjoy! __________________ Joe "Griz" Grisolano 2008 Arctic Pearl Honda Goldwing 2008 Black/Red Nomad - Traded September, 2013 VBA #1210 Pittsburg, Kansas
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01-08-2015, 06:29 PM	#13
BudMan Join Date: May 2009 Location: Greenwood, Ark. Posts: 4,736	Nice truck, nice neighborhood too. __________________ Dave Jesse 2012 1700 Gray/Black Voyager 2006 1600 Nomad Green/Silver Sold VBA #1108 2010- Eureka Springs - Antlers - 2011- Maggie Valley - Antlers 2012- Margaritaville Ride - Van Buren - Antlers - 2013- Estes Park - Antlers 2014- Mountain View - Antlers - 2015- Eureka Springs - Antlers 2016- Salem - Antlers - 2017- Eureka Springs - Lake George - Antlers - 2018- Custer - Antlers
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01-08-2015, 07:31 PM	#14
paul Sr. Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: magnolia, tx Posts: 1,500	Love my Hemi. Nice truck. Try some mods. If you like the TQ/HP now, you'll really like what awaits. Good luck. __________________ The beatings will stop when morale improves.
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