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  1. elcid98

    grinding noise with ABS, ECS and SERV 4WD warning lights

    Wow what timing. I’m getting the exact problem now but I think it may be rear…. So today I go search the symptoms and find my old post. Apparently my memory may be failing like my wheel bearing too. If I remember correctly it was a giant pain in the butt plus I’m much older and everything...
  2. elcid98

    grinding noise with ABS, ECS and SERV 4WD warning lights

    Yes and coincidentally it’s happening again 10 years later
  3. elcid98

    anyone go from r20 to r17 with 37x12.50s and have pics

    thanks for all the replies... didn't know about some of these disadvantages. I'll go ahead and stick with 20s
  4. elcid98

    anyone go from r20 to r17 with 37x12.50s and have pics

    the time has come for me to buy tires and it looks like I have more options if I go with something smaller than a r20. I have RCX 6'' lift with 37 12.5 r20s now. I like the look of a smaller rim anyway and was wondering if there are any disadvantages of going with smaller rim. Also anyone...
  5. elcid98

    Moog lower ball joint and control arm questions

    I just realized that was an upper control arm ball joint kit... I need lower control arm+ball joint. Can't really find a lot out there for replacements of lower ball joint and control arms
  6. elcid98

    Moog lower ball joint and control arm questions

    Thanks for all the responses. Went to order and not sure I have the right part. I looks like the moog part isn't the right one b/c it says RWD and it's so much cheaper than the MOPAR part.. anyone have moog ball joint control arm assembly and happen to remember the part #? I also found...
  7. elcid98

    best place to buy amsoil 5w20 Signature Series online

    Thanks for the response... I just ordered at amsoil.com and 8qts and an EA filter with free shipping
  8. elcid98

    best place to buy amsoil 5w20 Signature Series online

    After researching I've decided to go with Amsoil 5w20 Signature Series for my next oil change. Looking around and trying to find the best place to buy it online... looks like I can order from amsoil but I've read they charge a lot for shipping. Anyone have a better place? Thanks
  9. elcid98

    Moog lower ball joint and control arm questions

    thanks for the response. I'll try them out. Looks like Moog makes good stuff so I think I'll try out lower ball joint control arms... hopefully it will hold up with my 37s.
  10. elcid98

    Moog lower ball joint and control arm questions

    I have a 2011 Ram 1500 with a 6'' RCX suspension lift and 37'' Nittos on 20'' rims. Passenger lower ball joint is going out and I figured I'd replace driver and passenger side while I'm at it. It looks like I have to buy the control arm and ball joint assembly together (not just ball joint) I...
  11. elcid98

    RCX 6'' front strut + spacer upgrade options

    thanks for the response. Good to know. I'd like to go with Bilsteins all around but I don't see one that would not require me to run a spacer on the rear. Do you have bilsteins in the back with a spacer? I stopped by 4x4 shop and they only have procomp prorunners for back unless I wanted to...
  12. elcid98

    RCX 6'' front strut + spacer upgrade options

    did some additional searching through the forums and it looks like a lot of people go with the Bilstein 5100s I'm guessing the adjustable one like this Bilstein Part 24-187367 - 5100 Series Ride Height Adjustable Shock Absorber instead of this one Bilstein Part 24-187374 - 5100 Series...
  13. elcid98

    RCX 6'' front strut + spacer upgrade options

    I have a 2011 with RCX 6'' lift running 37s. I stopped by a local 4x4 shop to see about my options for upgrading my front suspension as it is pretty stiff and I'm running the stock struts. The RCX has 2 strut spacers up front and they said I could go to a Fabtech adjustable coilover for a much...
  14. elcid98

    how to get front hub assembly bolts off, removing axle

    kept hitting a pothole on hwy 49 and my bearing assembly was shot. I had to replace bearing assembly
  15. elcid98

    high and low beam driver side out

    You nailed it...That's exactly what the problem was. It wasn't plugged in all the way. I pushed it in and it worked. I really appreciate the response.
  16. elcid98

    high and low beam driver side out

    both high and low beam drivers side lights went out and I started to get a new bulb but since both are out I thought it may be a fuse... can't seem to find any fuse for this. Anyone had this before? passenger side high and low beam works fine (I have 4 light set up)
  17. elcid98

    how to get front hub assembly bolts off, removing axle

    thanks, the instruction video from 1AAuto were spot on with exception of removing axle. Saved some serious cash doing it myself...and I only smashed my fingers once.
  18. elcid98

    how to get front hub assembly bolts off, removing axle

    Ok, I got the bolts removed without removing axle. I have my hub assembly replaced and everything put back together... ABS, ECS and SERV 4WD lights went off and life is good. I'm even showing better gas mileage Here's what I did
  19. elcid98

    how to get front hub assembly bolts off, removing axle

    first off, thanks for all the responses to my earlier posts and I apologize for all the questions. long story short I'm replacing a bad hub assembly in front driver side of my 2011 Ram 1500. I'm following this video How To Install Repair Replace Front Wheel Bearing Hub Dodge Ram 1500...
  20. elcid98

    issues getting diagnostic codes

    thanks for the responses. I have the calipers, rotors off so I can replace the bad hub assembly; so its not really drivable. Yes, I just need to invest in one. Now If I can only get my axle off so I can get the hub assembly off.
  21. elcid98

    grinding noise with ABS, ECS and SERV 4WD warning lights

    i'm committed now So I decided to go ahead and replace the hub assembly after picking up the OEM part from Chrysler ($274) Here's the noise after getting everything pulled apart... I made a video in case anyone wants to hear what it sounds like Bad Hub Assembly In 2011 RAM Video by elcid98...
  22. elcid98

    issues getting diagnostic codes

    trying to get diagnostic codes for my 2011 Ram as my ABS, traction control and serv 4wd lights are on (hub is bad...see my previous post). I've tried the following to get codes but no luck Cycle the ignition key On - Off - On - Off – On within 5 seconds (doesn't do anything) turn ignition...
  23. elcid98

    grinding noise with ABS, ECS and SERV 4WD warning lights

    anyone know how difficult it is to replace the hub bearing and assembly? I got a quote from the dealership for the Part: hub bearing and assembly at $274...I wasn't sure on labor and I saw a few videos online showing the process and it seems fairly straight forward. Only thing I'm unsure about...
  24. elcid98

    grinding noise with ABS, ECS and SERV 4WD warning lights

    thanks for all the responses... any recommendations on hub assembly since I'm running 37s. do they make heavy duty ones for bigger tires?
  25. elcid98

    grinding noise with ABS, ECS and SERV 4WD warning lights

    I just jacked the front up and noticed there is some play in the tire when I grab it...but the lugs are all tight. I'm guessing that is bad.

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