1998 Dodge RAM 1500 Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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by Anonymous
Nov 29, 2014
This vehicle was a great vehicle. It ran great and drove smooth. It was very nice looking and clean. It was really roomy and comfortable to drive. There was a lot of storage space. Overall just a great vehicle to have. The pulling power it had was awesome. Won a few truck pulls with it. It had a V10 in it also. It did suck down the gas. Nov 29, 2014
by David M
Jul 05, 2013
From a Ford guy I had to take my hat off to this truck because I loved it and the power and performance was outstanding but it comes at a high price with todays fuel costs. Over all, it got the job done and I loved it.
The front end, bushing & ball joints just don't hold up even with the grease fittings. The body/sheet metal was week and took a real beating in a hail storm one year so that was a bit depressing but, it did not effect the great performance one bit. I'd buy one again if I had the need. Jul 05, 2013
by Dr Thom r
Nov 13, 2012
Full size capacity, 6 cylinder economy. Basic truck with all the necessities. Great work truck. I wouldn't be afraid drive this truck a thousand miles. Looks good drives great, very dependable. Nice truck. The rear opening window makes it very comfortable.Nov 13, 2012
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by Anonymous
Nov 29, 2014
This vehicle was a great vehicle. It ran great and drove smooth. It was very nice looking and clean. It was really roomy and comfortable to drive. There was a lot of storage space. Overall just a great vehicle to have. The pulling power it had was awesome. Won a few truck pulls with it. It had a V10 in it also. It did suck down the gas. Nov 29, 2014
by David M
Jul 05, 2013
From a Ford guy I had to take my hat off to this truck because I loved it and the power and performance was outstanding but it comes at a high price with todays fuel costs. Over all, it got the job done and I loved it.
The front end, bushing & ball joints just don't hold up even with the grease fittings. The body/sheet metal was week and took a real beating in a hail storm one year so that was a bit depressing but, it did not effect the great performance one bit. I'd buy one again if I had the need. Jul 05, 2013
by Dr Thom r
Nov 13, 2012
Full size capacity, 6 cylinder economy. Basic truck with all the necessities. Great work truck. I wouldn't be afraid drive this truck a thousand miles. Looks good drives great, very dependable. Nice truck. The rear opening window makes it very comfortable.Nov 13, 2012
by Todd W
Oct 12, 2012
Over all I am very pleased with this ram 1500 4 x 4. With the bigger tires it seems to be a bit under powered, but with the change of gears it should perform better and increase mpg.
Even though it has 200000 miles on it the motor still seems to be very strong.Oct 12, 2012
by Gary H
Dec 30, 2011
Has the 318 instead of the 360, I like my Horsepower no matter what the cost ! I would rather it be a Quad Cab because for older folks the back seat is inacessable, other than that this is a great truck.Dec 30, 2011
by Bryce G
Oct 25, 2011
Its kinda like driving a school bus. Ive never driven a school bus but if I had to imagine what driving a school bus would be like, this is it. Pretty fun to drive, but with the 5.9 liter V8, it drinks gas. Ive driven through a foot of snow and have not got stuck. Have had to get a few repairs on the drive train, transmission, transfer case, and rear u-join. Going to have to replace the front ball joints and drive shaft soon. Overall a good buy for $2,500 and a 97 buick lesabre with 200k on it.Oct 25, 2011
by Dan R
Oct 19, 2011
It is a great truck, Yes it has a small v6 for a truck but it has plenty of power and gets good mpg. It has been very reliable. It did have the torque converter go bad 2 years ago but that was the only major problem it has had. Oct 19, 2011
by Andy E
Nov 16, 2010
i like the interior and how it looks but i do not like the gas mileage i have not had to do anything to this truck the only thing i have done is i put dual exhaust on it. it runs greatNov 16, 2010
by Andy C
Sep 07, 2010
i love the overall truck. i should have bought a truck along time ago. the only thing that sucks is the gas mileage but thats what i get for buying a 360 v8 prolly get around 10 miles to the gallonSep 07, 2010
by Justin B
Jul 04, 2010
definitely improved all around over my old chev if it was taken care of this couldve still been in good shape mechanically after a few hours of work its good to go but its still pretty fast always starts right up even if its 50 below out Jul 04, 2010
by Danny S
Apr 24, 2010
i love my truck because it is big, powerful, and can go through anything. I have raced it against a 92 mustang and WON!! That should prove just how fast my truck really is. I just really love my truck.Apr 24, 2010
by Michael F
Apr 14, 2010
Build Quality: Very strong
Car Comparisons: Jeep wrangler. More power, bigger axles
Performance: Bad acceleration, stopping, top speed. Thats what 37"
tires do though.
More About My Car: Its bigApr 14, 2010
by Matt D
Feb 17, 2010
Well I had a front hub bearing go out after 253,000 miles so I am a do it yourself person problem is that the spindle nut is so tight I could not remove it I broke 3+ Craftsman ratchets trying I finally had to pay a shop just to loosen that one nut for me. I like the truck but the auto hubs are not worth the money put into them my 4wd quit working over a year ago.Feb 17, 2010
by Brian S
Feb 12, 2010
v8 magnum rear wheel drive. needs a new paint job.
needs a cd player. cold air intake and a rumble bee kit
with supercharger would be sweet. runs great gets
about 17 miles to the gallon. really good vehicle. iFeb 12, 2010
by Clarissa M
Jan 03, 2010
performance- gets up and goes good, handles nicely, nice
amount of power
build quality- rear bumper is strong, front bumper pretty
weak, body is pretty solid, tranny is notorious for not
lasting long, most common rust areas are rear fender wells
appearance- nice body shape, easy to make a bad ass
truck
cost- nothing too major or out of the ordinary except
tranny, eats gas pretty quickly
fun factor- love it!Jan 03, 2010
by M H
Dec 24, 2009
Great truck I bought used with a ton of miles on it.
Havent had any problems at all with it, its like a rock its always there when I need it. 4 wheel drive is great, ive had to pull out a few 2wheel drive trks always does it, piece of cake. Dec 24, 2009
by John S
Dec 13, 2009
Performance - 4wd, torque,
Build Quality - good, except tranmissions
Appearance - interior nice set up Exterior very rugged.
Cost of Ownership - Gas Mileage not the best , low maintance
Fun Factor- The truck is a blast to drive I love having four wheel drive in the winter and for camping hunting and mud.Dec 13, 2009
by Jaymes H
Oct 19, 2009
It's an all around good truck. All seasons, all the time. Only 15 MPG tho haha...Fun as hell to drive though. I would recommend it to anyone who likes to drive a truck and wants to get a little puch behind em.Oct 19, 2009
by Andy G
Oct 15, 2009
The gas mileage aint great but respectable at 16 mpg. Ive never had any problems pulling my 2800 lb camper. The only weak point I have found in the truck is the front wheel bearings and axle u-joints. Other than that, I always get somments about the Intense blue paint.Oct 15, 2009
by Justin M
Sep 21, 2009
slow acceleration, fun in the mud and snow, clean truck, little rust, gas mileage sucks horribly, and fun to drive. have pulled with it, and won and lost. it sits on 33 inch tires that do ok in the mud.Sep 21, 2009
by Jesse D
Jul 16, 2009
Straight piped off the exhaust manifold. -no cats
v8 318ci
Rhino lining in the box.
Painted interior dash white.
Wicked loud 8)
Black paint
Parnelli Jones Dirt King 285 75 r16 inch Mud tires
I love this truck very MUCHJul 16, 2009
by Pat K
Jul 08, 2009
Very good truck...runs good if you dont beeat on them too hard and hit the rev limiter in every gear! Very good acceleration even in the small V8 with a 5 speed very fun to drive and build very wellJul 08, 2009
by Kirk C
Mar 17, 2009
My dodge RAM 1500 gets you from point A to B, and thats about it. It can also haul anything I could ever want. However, it is starting to develop transmission problems. Other than that though, it is a very fun car to driveMar 17, 2009
by Matt H
Sep 20, 2008
Was a solid running truck, motor wise, suffered from two common dodge problems, rust on the bottom of the doors, and the infamous transmission issues. Cost of ownership on the truck was very high, as it only had the 318, and averaged around 11mpg -16mpg (on a good day). other than that a good truck, towed our 24' rinker boat with a tiny bit of problem, but not badSep 20, 2008
by Austin C
Jul 24, 2008
I love my truck. Ive put a good hundred hours of work into it, inside and out. Gas mileage is ok, if i drive normal but i speed. Even though its only 2wd, ive taken it offroad and gotten stuck in 3 foot deep hole. The door scraped the ground as i got out (couldnt see the hole by the way). Had a friend who came and literally jerked me out of the hole. Not a scratch on my truck.Jul 24, 2008
by Danyale Y
Jul 08, 2008
the steering is ok not the best truck i ever drove. it tends to move back and forth in the lane and doesnt hold speed very well up small inclinesJul 08, 2008
by Aaron R
Jul 05, 2008
Awesome truck! drove like I stole it from the day I got it and it still kicks ass. This truck pulls anything and has pulled alot of people home. I also have hauled many deer with it. I doesn't look so good no more but it is a great huniting truck.Jul 05, 2008
by Trey W
Mar 22, 2008
Unfortunately i didnt have a great income at the time i bought so i bought a decent v6. I love my truck, it has vinyl floors, no electric windows or locks, so basically nothing major than can break on it... its dualed out and has a bed liner, toolbox, and running boards, and semi-oversized tires.. Mar 22, 2008
by Tony H
Feb 10, 2008
Took A Beating And Kept Goin, Nothin Special Added A Custom Made Light Bar N Lights For Lighting Up The Night.Feb 10, 2008
by Josh Y
Feb 02, 2008
Very reliable truck considering the work it did. Lasted the hard work on a spread out farm pretty good. Was going on 250,000 miles before wreck. The wreck was not the pickup's fault. Interior didn't have problem with taking a beating. This truck was awesome. I hope to get one soon.Feb 02, 2008
by Carlin B
Jan 30, 2008
Parts: New 5.9L Engine
Acc: New Paint, Tires
Sound: 2 12" Kicker Competition VR ported, Rockford Fosgate T10001
Class - BD Amp, 2 6x9" JL 3 Way (Front), 2 6 1/4" Alpine Type X (Rear), Monster Wiring, Whole Cab Sealed With Dynomat.
Aftermarket Coming Soon: 4" Pro Comp Suspension Lift, NITTO Mud Grapler Rubbers, 18" Eagle Alloy Rims, Custom Headlights, Tailights, Grill Exhaust And Front And Rear Bumpers.
Pros: Great Versatile Truck With 4x4 And Great Sound System
Cons: GasJan 30, 2008
by Fernando K
Jan 05, 2008
amazing truck for everything. lots of power Jan 05, 2008
by Mike B
Jan 04, 2008
This is my 98 sport 4x4. Its loaded with leather, and has the 5.2 with manual transmission. Very reliable truck, just a little slow and hard on fuel. But you have to pay to play, right?Jan 04, 2008
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