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  1. dropkicknick

    full service oil thread?

    i might be losing my mind but i swear i saw a thread with OEM and alternative oils for full range service. engine, TC, Trans, etc EDIT: guess i was wrong, was hoping to make this easier finding the correct oils etc but it's about time for a good old fashioned tune up. My ponies are running free...
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    beating the dead horse that is copper vs iridium

    this thread was created because OES now recommends NGK LASER IRIDUIM LZFR5CI-11 over the standard copper NGK Standard LZFR5C-11 i keep reading about iridium plugs being trash for the early 4th gens so i decided to do some research NGK is Mopar Original equipment supplier (OES) which means your...
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    Exhaust stud extraction

    3 of 4 exhaust studs came out relatively easily. Last one has been a pain. I've tried a torch, welding a bigger nut, love taps from a dead blow etc. So I finally cut it down and drilled out the center, except it's a little off center. I've gone as wide as I can, I fear next bit size up will...
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    Rear end noise

    Pulled up to work, turned to the right sharply to set up to back into parking spot and there was a *bump *bump not really audible but felt it through the whole cab. Felt like it came from the rear driver side tire area. Then I put it into reverse to finish parking and I felt it once more. I...
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    give it to the wife or get her a new car

    90% of the time she drives the ram. the excuse is because she gets off work at 2am and she likes the remote start. normally i wouldnt care but she is destroying the truck. there is make up caked on the seat, steering wheel and shifter. ive tried cleaning it but its like fucking cement. once...
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    Oil filter mystery

    So I need help I'm trying to figure out why my 2012 only fits oil filters for 2013+ Couple thoughts ran through my head Maybe previous owner did an engine swap with a 13+ Maybe p/o swapped adapters Maybe I have a 2012.5... (after this idea I checked build date. It's 12/11.) I know it seems...
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    canada truck and parts question

    so from my build sheet i found out my used ram is built for our neighbors to the north (canada) is this why when i went to my Local parts store, (in the US), the listed oil filter they have (all brands) didnt fit? if so, are there any other part crossover discrepancies i should be aware of...
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    lights flicker under acceleration

    sorry if in wrong sub forum, this is my first post got my 2012 1500 sport used with 110k my problem is if i put engine under heavy load (spin tires, steep hill) all electrical flickers ie lights exterior and interior i popped hood and found battery ground on D/S fender wall loose. tightened...
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