2012

  1. S

    Weird Accidental Battery Jump

    So, my alternator died the other day during the middle of running around town. I was at a gas station and asked someone if they could help me with a jump. Someone helps me out and we get the jumper cables placed on each battery. I waited a few minutes before trying to start and it almost...
  2. DavidG_SRT

    2012 Powerwagon Suspension

    I recently picked up a used 2012 Powerwagon and the rear driver side shock is blown out so I've been looking for replacement shocks. I don't know if the truck previously had any lift kit on it or not and I want to order the correct size shocks. Does anyone know what the stock height of a 2012...
  3. Traveling Man

    Obvious New Guy Post

    Hello everyone, New to RAM, actually new to trucks all together. Just purchased my truck a couple of weeks ago. Joined this forum to read and learn. Also ask some questions. Hopefully learn enough to help others out too. 2012 RAM 1500 Outdoorsman 5.7L HEMI 2” lift to level I do have some...
  4. R

    Another 4.7 Engine Tick - Anything else to try before engine rebuild?

    I have a Ram 1500 4.7 4X4 which I bought with an engine tick and which has 207,000 KM (124,000 Miles). The body and interior are excellent and I got the truck for a good enough price that I can put whatever money I need into the engine if I have to and it is still a good value. I have tried...
  5. B

    2012 Left turn power loss

    Hello, I have a 2012 1500 Ram, and I'm encountering a peculiar issue I can't seem to find an answer for. When I drive my truck in rough terrain and I have to make a left turn (only then), the engine would stutter and lose power. Now it's to the point where I have to pull over and completely...
  6. Jwilzz

    First truck - Nees advice on lift performance

    Hello everyone my 2012 Ram 1500 Sport 5.7 Hemi is my first truck I've ever owned. And I'm certainly no mechanic. I want to lift or level my truck but I want to still have quality off road performance and I'm confused on what parts to get. Would a Bilistein level kit increase performance? Or do...
  7. S

    What is this

    Putting the truck back together after a cam swap and cylinder head refurb and I came across a bracket i forgot to label. Does anyone recognize where it goes? 2012 Ram 1500 with a 5.7L
  8. 2

    2012 ram 1500 HELP

    Hey guys, I’ve had my ram for 6 years now. Had my ups and downs with it. It’s a 2012 ram 1500 with a 5.7 hemi. 225,000 kms on it. New lifters and camshaft at 200,000 kms. Spent a lot of money on repairs. Seems like it’s just one thing after another with this truck. Seems to just be slowing down...
  9. MTramcharger

    2012 Ram 1500 Grill Swap for 2013 Grill

    Is it possible to grill swap a 2012 ram 1500 grill for a 2013 ram 1500 grill? I want to buy one of the off road rebel-style grills on ebay, and upgrade my bumper to a 2013 heavy duty front bumper. Is this possible as long as I swap both grill and bumper?
  10. G

    Bed liner groove distance?

    My 2012 1500 is getting a new motor (thank you lifetime coverage) and I can’t measure. I’m trying to find the width of the grooves in the bed and the distance between one set of them. Preferably center to center. I have looked online but haven’t been able to find it. Thanks in advance if you can...
  11. WhiskeyBuzz

    Former Orlando Florida Area Truck - Have you seen me?

    I recently purchased a 2012 Ram 2500 Mega Cab SLT w/ tow package. The last title info puts it in the Orlando FL area from 01/17 thru 04/2020. There have been some modifications done to it that are readily apparent so I'm hoping someone knows someone that can help me with history. It's new life...
  12. J

    DELETES IN DALLAS AREA

    I have a 2012 2500 which already does not use DEF from the factory. I am looking for a mechanic in the Dallas area to do the other deletes for me.
  13. S

    Mcgaughy's 2/4in kit?

    So looking on the Mcgaughy's website, they offer 2 different 2/4 kits for the rams. 1 kit comes with spindles and the other with front lowering coils. I'm wondering which kit would be a better option to lower a 4x4 truck? Does the spindle kit retain the factory shocks and springs? I'm wondering...
  14. dfiremn613

    Stock wheels and 35" tires questions

    OK so I've been reading post for a while now but have never posted so here it goes. I've got a '12 2500 crew cab 8'bed 4x4 with the Cummins. I have a 2.5" leveling kit (and air bags on the rear for towing but that doesnt matter) I just bought a set of stock 20" wheel (because I like them)...
  15. Truckgang

    Blinker

    My left side headlight was stripped out, all that was left was the pigtail that goes to the high beam (I have dual and not quad headlights, it’s a 2012) and the wires for the lowbeam. So I purchased the pigtail for the lowbeam, and the socket that goes into the bulb. I crimped the new wires back...
  16. Jdthomas625

    Tesla style in a 2009-2012???

    Hey guys I was wondering if anyone knows if the Tesla style radio kits would be available in the older 4th gens. I have a 2011 2500 mega cab. It already has the factory Alpine system with the RHB uConnect with navigation. But I really like the look of the Tesla style head unit.
  17. C

    P0087,P020B codes

    My 2012 5500 has just started throwing the same codes P0087 my mini max says it’s fuel rail/system pressure too low, and it’s throwing P020B fuel injector 2 performance and throws that code for injectors 2,3,4,5, what would cause it all the codes to come up all at once. If some one could help...
  18. looper

    Help - New Ram Owner Soon To Be

    Hello all, Long time Chevrolet person. Switching to Ram. I am down to two trucks after months of searching. I would very much appreciate some feedback from long time Ram or Dodge owners. Here is my issue. I have a line on a very low mile, less than 20K miles 2012 Year 2500 and a certified 2018...
  19. MMcKay0351

    Photo Shop Help (Chrome Delete)

    Wanting to black out all of the chrome off of my truck and removing the nerf bars/side steps. Including side mirrors, handles (black or maroon to match truck), and to black out the grille or possibly put a blackmesh grille with the shell black. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
  20. BrentJ

    Replaced front hub, new bad bearing sound?

    2012 2500 crewcab longbed 5.7 Hemi 4x4. 90k Put new wheels on the truck in February. Tire shop said that the passenger front wheel bearing could be going out but didn't have time to really look into it because it was the end of day and I needed my truck back. Fast forward 2 months and 200 miles...
  21. S

    OEM Rebel Grill on a 2012 Ram 1500 Big Horn

    Hi everyone! So I have been researching the web and asking dealers, body shop guys, you name it...for the past couple weeks and I still do not have a clear answer. I was hoping you guys may know. http://www.ramforum.com/threads/rebel-grille-on-a-tradesman.93259/ I read the above thread as...
  22. R

    2012 1500 Intermittent CEL

    Anybody have any idea what would cause an intermittent CEL when accelerating in overdrive? It also show up when lugging between 30 and 40 MPH. It wont stay on, only shows up for a few seconds and seems to almost go away if I drive it in tow haul mode. It is generally accompanied by what feels...
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