Alright, so I’ve got a buddy with a 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 and he’s been dealing with a few issues. First off, the electrical system be buggy. lights sometimes dont work or go out randomly. It’s a real hassle when you’re trying to drive at night. And the ignition switch is another pain point. It can wear out and makes it hard to start the truck. My friend had to replace it a couple of times.
Also, the transmission can be finicky. Sometimes it shifts really hard or even makes a weird noise when changing gears. Doesn’t really like cold weather.
But what about the brakes? People say they can wear out fast, especially if you drive in the mountains a lot. And radiator fans are known to fail. You might hear them go nuts or stop working entirely. Has anyone else experienced this? Thinking of getting it checked before more stuff goes wrong. Any tips would be great! Hope my experiences help with your truck.
I’ve owned a couple of 2004 Dodge Ram 1500’s up north in Maine, and man, they have their quirks. The cooling system is a constant headache; overheating is a real pain. And the suspension? Not great on those potholed roads. But solid for towing—just watch out for those gas tanks leaking sometimes. Overall, if you know what you’re getting into, they’re not too shabby.
I’ve owned a '04 Dodge Ram 1500 up in Michigan, and boy let me tell ya, those engines tend to bite ya! The water pump’s always first to throw a fit, and timing chain issues ain’t far behind. On top of that, the door locks love to free themselves from working order. People say to keep an eye on the brakes too; mine were crap. Overall, it’s a solid ride but needs TLC. Wish I knew aboot these when I got it!
I’ve been drivin’ around in a 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 up in Canada. Had issues with the alternators goin’ out more times than I’d like and they fuel injectors cloggin’ up too. Ain’t the smoothest ride out there. Keep an eye on those parts!
In Ohio, I’ve had a 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 and man, the fuel pump went out on me the first winter. Plus, the leaf springs always leaked a bit. I hear folks say the head gasket can be tricky too if you don’t keep an eye on it. I’ve known a few drivers who ended up needing serious fixes!
I’ve owned a '04 Dodge Ram 1500 down in Texas; the transmission’s a real pain, man. Also, I’ve noticed the timing belt tends to slap outta whack if you don’t keep up with maintenance. Had to replace bearings, too—those trucks munch through parts if you don’t keep an eye on 'em like a hawk!
Living in Texas, I’ve seen tons of 2004 Dodge Ram 1500s. Steering rack issues are super common, makes the beast hard to control, man. Also, watch out for heater core leaks—mine leaked all over and it was a nightmare. The brakes tend to go soft too, especially if you’re on long hauls. Always a headache but fixed 'em without breaking the bank, thankfully.
I’ve had a few run-ins with my 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 here in Texas. Usually, the ones I hear about are the EGR valve messing up and the AC compressor dying. These trucks are tough, but keep those common snags in mind so you don’t get a surprise bill. Trust me, a tight budget won’t forgive you otherwise.
I’ve got a ‘04 Dodge Ram 1500 up in Maine and heard lots about keeping it running smooth. Had issues with the water pump and a busted timing belt around 70K miles—luckily caught in time! Triumph club members often chat about crappy ABS modules too. Life with a Ram parkin’ lot unpredictable, but that’s truckin’ life, right?
I’ve had my fair share with the 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 in Ohio. Oil leaks are a real pain—seemed like I was always topping them up. The automatic transmission in mine also gave me grief, starting to slip after a few years. Suspension was another issue; the steering felt too loose at times. But, on the bright side, its towing was like a beast. Pretty truck overall—just gotta keep an eye out for these common hiccups!
I’ve had my share of headaches with my buddy’s 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 here in Texas. The vacuum pump always goes kaput, and don’t get me started on the rust issue in the wheel wells. It’s like an old reliable friend poking you with a stick. Fuel pump acting up too—guess it just loves drama! Anyone else battle these gremlins?
I’ve had a 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 for years, living in Ontario, Canada. Man, the electrical issues are a pain – fuses blow like crazy. I had to replace the EGR valve too; took me a few days to figure that one out. Also, the A/C just died on me mid-summer, real hassle! Good luck with those!
Had an interesting time with my 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 out here in Colorado. Life wasn’t easy! Regularly battling with the fuel pump—trust me, it shuts off randomly on those steep hikes. Ive also gotten the brakes looking me in the face with a lot of wear, considering the hillbilly driving style I tend to lean towards. Oh, and the A/C was more of a bachelor’s hotbox than anything. But hey, she gets me through rugged zones, that’s what counts.
Back in Missoula, I’ve seen my fair share of '04 Dodge Ram headaches. Diesel engine problems and transmission act up more than a weather app. But the suspension? Solid as a rock, till ya hit a pothole like that! Still driven smooth–can’t beat it for hauling.
Grew up around Detroit, and I’ve seen plenty of 04 Dodge Rams 1500s. Electrical gremlins are a big one; lights, gauges, or start issues are common. Also, head gasket problems can haunt ya real bad if the motor’s overworked. Someone at work said fuel pump swaps helped, but it’s dodgy. Suspension can feel rough too, especially after lotsa miles. Overall, solid truck but keep a wrench handy just in case! I’ve heard stories about fixing issues but easy access to parts makes life easier up here in Canada. Reliable workhorses if ya treat 'em right!
I’ve got a '04 Dodge Ram 1500 up north in Canada, and man, those rear shocks give me grief. Almost blew mine off the highway once! And the air conditioning decided to go kaput last summer; how’d a truck not cool in the heat? Engine’s solid, but expect some surprises, like with any classic. Just keep an eye out!