pgr1990
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- 3.0 EcoDiesel
So I have found my issue.
I thought the dealer had replaced the driveshaft as that’s what the service guys first response was... they didn’t replace anything.
The issue was happening with my stock wheels again but at higher speeds 70-80 instead of starting at 60mph.
I went back to the dealer AGAIN and this time the Mechanic came with me for a ride and said immediately when we hit 70mph. “Yep 100% the driveshaft.” He said the only other Ram 1500 with this problem was an ecodiesel just like mine. He thinks it may be due to the increased low end torque from the diesel. Still, not good for us ecodiesel guys because it’s the same exact same driveshaft is being used to replace it which means it could happen again. It probably should be a recall not a TSB. He said it’s not the driveshaft itself but the U joint at the end starts falling apart and since it’s one piece they have to order the entire driveshaft. Repair time is 1 hour.
I’m unsure as to why they initially said it was “definitely the driveshaft” then didn’t go ahead and replace it. When I picked up my truck they said it’s all set and I didn’t ask questions I just took my truck. When I called back they informed me that they literally did nothing with my truck but put stock wheels on it and drove it around town and never took it on the highway (palm to forehead)... I was a bit ticked off but at least I have an answer now so I’m satisfied with some light st the end of this long dark tunnel.
So... I have apologies in place for Fuel and for Town Fair Tire. Sorry but it was an issue with my truck!! I don’t have the heart to go back to Town Fair for tires after what I put them through!!
The driveshaft was ordered right in front of me and will be here in 5 Days.
I’m getting shoulder surgery on Wednesday so gonna have to send the wife to the dealer to get it fixed.
Will update once the new driveshaft is in!
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I thought the dealer had replaced the driveshaft as that’s what the service guys first response was... they didn’t replace anything.
The issue was happening with my stock wheels again but at higher speeds 70-80 instead of starting at 60mph.
I went back to the dealer AGAIN and this time the Mechanic came with me for a ride and said immediately when we hit 70mph. “Yep 100% the driveshaft.” He said the only other Ram 1500 with this problem was an ecodiesel just like mine. He thinks it may be due to the increased low end torque from the diesel. Still, not good for us ecodiesel guys because it’s the same exact same driveshaft is being used to replace it which means it could happen again. It probably should be a recall not a TSB. He said it’s not the driveshaft itself but the U joint at the end starts falling apart and since it’s one piece they have to order the entire driveshaft. Repair time is 1 hour.
I’m unsure as to why they initially said it was “definitely the driveshaft” then didn’t go ahead and replace it. When I picked up my truck they said it’s all set and I didn’t ask questions I just took my truck. When I called back they informed me that they literally did nothing with my truck but put stock wheels on it and drove it around town and never took it on the highway (palm to forehead)... I was a bit ticked off but at least I have an answer now so I’m satisfied with some light st the end of this long dark tunnel.
So... I have apologies in place for Fuel and for Town Fair Tire. Sorry but it was an issue with my truck!! I don’t have the heart to go back to Town Fair for tires after what I put them through!!
The driveshaft was ordered right in front of me and will be here in 5 Days.
I’m getting shoulder surgery on Wednesday so gonna have to send the wife to the dealer to get it fixed.
Will update once the new driveshaft is in!
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