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  1. Donald Parker

    I inherited my dad's 2004 5.9L Cummins

    Great truck, mechanical 24Vs are seriously in demand, best of the best and bullet proof! All prior recs are good ones except I would definitely insist on all synthetic liquids in every orifice. The achilles heal on these is the 48RE transmission, so you can either look at aftermarket options...
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    Good Deals On New Rams Right Now

    Not sure where everyone is finding the “Deals” on new Ram Trucks. My dealer in Merritt Island, FL had my truck in for service, and a sales guy approached me to trade my “Beautiful 2017” Laramie Longhorn. He offered to take my truck in trade, plus $68K for a new one similarly equipped. When I...
  3. Donald Parker

    AISIN or 68rfe?

    I have the HO and Aisin and I get great fuel economy for a dually. 17 average, 19 on the highway and 12 towing. I have 3:73 gears, and a 25K plus towing capacity. Plus, my transmission shifts flawlessly and I don’t ever worry if I “Have Enough”. Put synthetic fluids in all orifices and plan to...
  4. Donald Parker

    What special / secret / normal places do you hunt for a new truck?!?

    I bought my truck on CarGurus from a small dealer in NC (I am in Orlando). I made the deal online, flew up to Wilmington, NC and they picked me up. Great experience, just do your homework on the dealer reviews!!!!!
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    The real consequence of driving without insurance

    I am guessing from your profile that this occurred in Florida? If so, your insurance company can/should/will pursue the uninsured motorist (and car owner) in court and get a judgement (subrogation) In Florida, failure to provide financial responsibility in an accident will result (after...
  6. Donald Parker

    My new to me '17 3500 dually...

    I went with the BakFlip G2 bedcover and love it! Just my 2 cents worth
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    Its Here :)

    Welcome to the HD Club!
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    A new RAM owners thoughts after 1 day

    Welcome to the club! Very pretty truck!
  9. Donald Parker

    Joined the HD ranks today

    Welcome to the club!
  10. Donald Parker

    Dealer feeding me bs

    Believe it or not, I did the research and WalMart Everstart Platinum (made by Johnson Controls) are actually the highest rated batteries and have a 5 year FULL REPLACEMENT warranty. Whereas, Costco sells Interstate batteries (also very good), but they only have a pro-rated 3 Year warranty. I...
  11. Donald Parker

    Battery life only 2 years old

    My OEM battery lasted EXACTLY 3 years and I found out from the dealer they are only warrantied for 1 year., and have 730 CCAs. However, mine is the big Diesel and 17.3:1 compression so I need A LOT of CCA (dual batteries). Dealer wanted to replace like for like, and I said no way. Just bought...
  12. Donald Parker

    Common issues with the 5th Gen

    Be thankful with your OEM tires, the previous generation comes with NEXEN tires made in Korea and they are absolutely horrible!
  13. Donald Parker

    Financing question

    It is either or with the finance and rebates, and the cost difference is not in your favor. FCA is a little more liberal with their underwriting so more people qualify. You are definitely better off bringing your own financing to the deal
  14. Donald Parker

    Tonneau Covers and Fuel mileage

    I have a BakFlip G2 and did a direct comparison before and after on my 1 hour commute and found just over 1 mpg improvement. Plus all of the other benefits of secure cargo storage and keeping out the elements.
  15. Donald Parker

    Roll Up Tonneau Covers vs Foldable/Hard Bed Covers?

    BakFlip G2, love it!
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