3.0 longevity

[Bob Miller]

I've got a '15 Ram diesel. So far I've logged 86,000 miles since new. I've had 9 new Dodge's over the years, both gas and diesel but this is the first ecodiesel. Has anyone logged more miles than this. I've had several Cummings that have exceeded 300k before trading. Can I expect this kind of mileage from my ecodiesel?

 

[MSP548]

Looks like the fishing is slow tonight.

 

[BoostN]

I've got a '15 Ram diesel. So far I've logged 86,000 miles since new. I've had 9 new Dodge's over the years, both gas and diesel but this is the first ecodiesel. Has anyone logged more miles than this. I've had several Cummings that have exceeded 300k before trading. Can I expect this kind of mileage from my ecodiesel?

I'm not sure these are going to last as long as Cummins motor, that's for sure.

I wish I had the magical answer, because I would sell it before it blew up!

We have few members here over 150K... I do know that.

 

[BoostN]

Looks like the fishing is slow tonight.

Fishing?

 

[MSP548]

Fishing?

Very first post and worried about engine longevity already. Seems like may be a member from "the other" website coming over here on a fishing expidition. Just my first impression.

 

[Capt Tim]

I'm glad you watch out for crap like that. 63k no problem miles.

 

[Bob Miller]

Fishing?

I don't quite know what you mean by fishing. I've never posted anything online before and thought this might be a way of finding out what others think about this engine. I'm sorry I did that if you've thought I did this for some other reason. I don't need the hassle.

 

[Capt Tim]

Good job Bob. No offense - I was only commenting on the monitor's observation. Wish you luck and that you had a truck like mine. No issues to really mention yet I am pondering whether or not to purchase extended warranty though.

 

[BoostN]

I don't quite know what you mean by fishing. I've never posted anything online before and thought this might be a way of finding out what others think about this engine. I'm sorry I did that if you've thought I did this for some other reason. I don't need the hassle.

Bob, I was referencing what MSP548 meant by "Fishing", not yourself. We hope you continue to research and post here. All is welcome here actually!

 

[Gary T]

I've got a '15 Ram diesel. So far I've logged 86,000 miles since new. I've had 9 new Dodge's over the years, both gas and diesel but this is the first ecodiesel. Has anyone logged more miles than this. I've had several Cummings that have exceeded 300k before trading. Can I expect this kind of mileage from my ecodiesel?

We bought a nice 2014 eco-diesel Laramie with 89,000 on it. Drove it about a year and put on another 15,000 miles. The map sensor filled with carbon and had to be replaced 5 times and we had to replace the particle sensor and the particle filter. After almost monthly trips to the shop in limp mode we traded it for a 2016 gas powered Laramie. We loved everything about the eco-diesel except the poor reliability. Don't think I could ever recommend an eco-diesel to anyone.

 

[bobcat67]

there's a few ecodiesels north of 200k+ and at least one over 300k, seems like the longevity is based more on how you use it than anything, which is true with all diesel engines

 

[BoostN]

at least one over 300k,

That's great to hear!

 

[1shadowsabre]

there's a few ecodiesels north of 200k+ and at least one over 300k, seems like the longevity is based more on how you use it than anything, which is true with all diesel engines

How are the high mileage ones being used? I would assume steady rpm freeway driving?

 

[bobcat67]

How are the high mileage ones being used? I would assume steady rpm freeway driving?

Yeah mostly light hotshot kind of work. Not the ecodiesels target market, regardless I think these things are far from the absolute piles of crap they're being made out to be.

 

[1shadowsabre]

Only have 21500 miles on mine in a little over 2 years. I think my average speed since Day 1 is only about 30 miles per hour. (short, easy commute). I have taken numerous trips towing my 5000 lb camper and it performs flawlessly with towing mpg around 15 to 17.
Never had a glitch or complaint, (fingers crossed). I add DEF about every 6000 miles it seems and have been changing the oil at about 7500.
I hope it stays running because I was looking for diesel power, longevity, and flexibility when I bought it. Many years ago I drove semis across the U.S. so I am not totally ignorant on diesel engines but I certainly am no expert and really enjoy reading the discourse on this forum!

 

[Capt Tim]

Great post to Shadow Sabre. Pretty much sums up my EcoD usages. I push a little harder towing 7k+ with TH and Harley inside but he describes why I got an ED.

 

[William Wehlage]

Is it just me, or is it possible that many of the problems are related to the sooooooot in the engine. I love the GDE hot tune that shuts off the EGR. Oil is pretty clean even at 5k

 

[Brian Hartenstine]

I've got a '15 Ram diesel. So far I've logged 86,000 miles since new. I've had 9 new Dodge's over the years, both gas and diesel but this is the first ecodiesel. Has anyone logged more miles than this. I've had several Cummings that have exceeded 300k before trading. Can I expect this kind of mileage from my ecodiesel?

I just turned 60,000miles, but I'm thinking about putting tune on mine! any thoughts?

 

[Brian Hartenstine]

I'm glad you watch out for crap like that. 63k no problem miles.

same here 60,000 miles and no issues! I have a 2015 limited with air ride system and this is the best ride I have ever had!

 

[Brian Hartenstine]

Only have 21500 miles on mine in a little over 2 years. I think my average speed since Day 1 is only about 30 miles per hour. (short, easy commute). I have taken numerous trips towing my 5000 lb camper and it performs flawlessly with towing mpg around 15 to 17.
Never had a glitch or complaint, (fingers crossed). I add DEF about every 6000 miles it seems and have been changing the oil at about 7500.
I hope it stays running because I was looking for diesel power, longevity, and flexibility when I bought it. Many years ago I drove semis across the U.S. so I am not totally ignorant on diesel engines but I certainly am no expert and really enjoy reading the discourse on this forum!

Great to know I haven't done any heavy trailer pulling yet, thinking about a toy hauler and not sure how it would do pulling 6000 to 7000lbs.
I also bought mine because diesels are supposed to last over 300k!