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  1. Sweetee

    New Tail lite

    My bad! A few months ago I was in a hurry to back up my utility trailer and cracked my passenger side tail lite. A few pieces of clear tape satisfied the moment for a while but I wasn't confident the tape would hold up thru our WI winter and every time I looked at it reminded me of my...
  2. Sweetee

    Towing with a 3.6L V-6 what is safe and realistic for this engine

    We don' have a TT, but we do have a 14x7 cargo trailer with a V- nose. Our Ram is a '17 with the same drivetrain combo you have. Our TT weighs about 2K lb empty but I've carried my 1800 lb. Bug several times. With ramps, jacks, a spare and tools the trailer probably weighed out at about 4500...
  3. Sweetee

    Multiple issues after new tires!

    I thought about posting this in Exterior, Trailers and Towing and/or Electronics, but since it covers all areas I'll post it here unless a Moderator deems a better location. About three weeks ago I finally decided to replace my original Goodyear SRAs with a new set as they were showing signs of...
  4. Sweetee

    towing 5th wheel with 1500

    What I like about this forum is the ability to hear from many, many learned folks who have either done the research or have learned from the "school of hard knocks!" It makes me very nervous when folks try to "get by" by pushing the limits. I always told my kids, "if you walk on the very edge...
  5. Sweetee

    gas mileage reduction when pulling trailer

    I also have a 3.6 in my '17 Laramie 4x4 CC. With the 3.55 ratio I have a larger towing capacity, but I don't think I've ever towed more than 4200 lbs. My biggest tow trips were when I hauled my '70 Beetle about 120 to my engine builder and back. The trailer is a 7x14 cargo trailer and my...
  6. Sweetee

    This MPG is why I bought the 3.21

    I would suggest this thread get split to those who hand calculate (miles/gals) vs. those who take pix of the EVIC after a wind driven, level ground or downhill, perfect weather day with little or no payload! Before anyone gets upset, I'm being somewhat facetious. Again, most examples...
  7. Sweetee

    This MPG is why I bought the 3.21

    My bad, but I do like to follow and sometimes chime in on threads dealing with MPG. I see that there are 2WD, 4WD, Cummins, 5.7, CC, QC and probably RC folks contributing to the discussion. Now I'm throwing in a 3.6 driver just to totally add to the mix. It seems to me that unless there is a...
  8. Sweetee

    E85 Finally Cost Effective?

    Did your company vehicle have a semi? You are not supposed to run E85 in the semi. I thought the only truck engine for E85 was the Pentastar. Also, the fuel filter is integral with the fuel pump. It certainly isn't cost effective to drop the fuel tank with every oil change. Am I missing...
  9. Sweetee

    Did Ram ever sell a regular cab truck with a center console

    Back in 2012 I was working on getting a RC Ram truck. The dealer had ordered a RC Express that was interesting. I also was searching online and found a RC RT 2WD at a dealer about 100 miles away. I was really interested in this RT as it had nav, sliding rear window, full console, etc...
  10. Sweetee

    How can i get better gas mileage

    I don't see a problem with trying to eek out the best mpg possible with my 3.6 Pentastar. Perhaps it is age or wanting to save some $, but being retired, I find slowing down and "parking in the slow lane" to be enjoyable. My '17 Laramie weighs 6000 lbs. with a full tank and me. Our little...
  11. Sweetee

    Is RAM still charging for Uconnect?

    This sounds very similar to my experience. In addition, the dongle would frequently need to be reset. It was truly worth having to pay the last two installments to get out of the contract. From what I understand, "Send and Go" is no longer available and that was the one feature I used quite a...
  12. Sweetee

    Tire & Wheel Questions

    I could have crawled underneath and checked it out, but freezing temps, slush and a cold garage floor didn't make for a good experience. Your answers were what I was afraid of. Thanks to Adamcr68 and Dixie for the quick replies. On another note, has anyone been reading about the quote "new...
  13. Sweetee

    Tire & Wheel Questions

    My 2017 Laramie with 20" wheels and tires is coming up on 30K. The original Goodyears are not wearing well and I would like to replace them in the next few months. I believe the spare is a temporary solution and I'm wondering if I could mount one of my Goodyears on the spare rim so that I...
  14. Sweetee

    Turning 71 and just need to rant!

    There'd still be the T-Mobile coverage issue plus the cost of upgrading if even possible. I'm fine with saving the $ and not having the poor coverage. It is just frustrating to lose features that were handy and convenient.
  15. Sweetee

    Turning 71 and just need to rant!

    I understand that it is the 3G tower situation. However, I am miffed that the product that I purchased in January of 2018 has been rendered obsolete less than 4 years later. The Magnuson-Moss Act provides protections that automakers must provide parts, etc. for a much longer period of time. I...
  16. Sweetee

    Turning 71 and just need to rant!

    Must have been changes between '17 & '18. I don't have digital voltage, but our '18 Pacifica does. I have a combination page, coolant temp, oil temp, transmission temp, oil life, tire pressure and hours. The gauge doesn't tell me much other than above or below the middle line. Again, the '17s...
  17. Sweetee

    Turning 71 and just need to rant!

    I didn't have a problem with the features, but with the loss of features after the cessation of 3G. Plus, the '17s are different from '18s+. Also, where we live T-Moble does not cover for either talk or data. Glad you are successful. BTW, just yesterday I got an email from Uconnect Access...
  18. Sweetee

    Turning 71 and just need to rant!

    Greetings! With my birthday just around the corner and feeling a bit miffed, I just needed to rant. Actually, I love my 2017 Laramie 1500 CC. I found the perfect truck 4+ years ago for my wants and needs. Plus I was able to have NAV added at the dealership. All has been good up until this...
  19. Sweetee

    Sirius Access

    I knew my Access subscription was expiring soon so I called Sirius Access. Even with driving less miles due to the pandemic, I still like the connected services and was ready to renew for another year at the 149.99 rate. The rep told me that they are discontinuing the yearly rate because they...
  20. Sweetee

    Cargo Trailers

    Sounds like you have a good plan and good you are seeking advice. I wish we would have spent the extra $ on an aluminum trailer. Lighter gives you a little better MPG and or payload. Good luck!
  21. Sweetee

    Tow Vehicle: V6 vs. V8?

    I don't have any TT experience yet, but my 7x14 cargo trailer weighs about 2.2 lb. Loaded, I've had it up close to 5K. My '17 Laramie CC V6 pulls it fine. Definitely need to have the 3.55 axle. I've run a "proprietary blend" of 5 quarts Pennzoil synthetic and 1 quart Mobile 1 since the first...
  22. Sweetee

    What do you tow with your V6?

    I tow with my 3.6 occasionally. My '70 Beetle fits nicely. The trailer weighs about 2100 lbs. and the Bug runs about 1850 lbs. I've gotten anywhere from 10.5 to 13 towing. I originally had a '12 Hemi RCSB when I bought the trailer. I was a little worried when I went to the 3.6 but have been...
  23. Sweetee

    Going for it with the 3.6...

    I concur. My '17 Laramie CC 4x4 serves us well. With tube steps, bed rug and Leer topper, I've seen just shy of 26MPG on longer trips and am averaging 20MPG for its entire 16000+ miles. I'd say 60% are short trips. This includes two long trips pulling my 7x14 cargo trailer with a 1900lb Bug...
  24. Sweetee

    Gearing, RPMs and Speed

    Seeing this didn't generate any responses, I was able use my "long-ago" acquired math skills and generate a spreadsheet that works. Thanks to those who posted the gear ratios in other threads. Tire Rack supplied the necessary tire revolutions per mile. Thanks to those long ago math teachers...
  25. Sweetee

    Uconnect Update?!!?

    Just received a letter from FCA stating that my Uconnect needed an update. In the letter were detailed instructions and a USB flash drive. The instructions are quite detailed, but they also say that the user can take it to their dealer and the dealer will do the software update. I'm leaning...

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