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    Failed Oil Filter Housing / Oil Cooler

    Alright guys, the dreadful day has come. My Oil Filter Housing/Oil Cooler has failed @ 105K miles. Here is a parts list I have whipped up. I plan on doing spark plugs, ignition coils, and valve cover gaskets in addition to upgrading to the Doorman Aluminum Filter housing. Are there any parts...
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    2018 Ram 1500 3.6 Coolant thermostat replacement P0128

    I just did Radiator + Thermostat + Dorman Coolant Crossover pipe yesterday. All the videos I saw were for Dodge Caravans/Jeep/Chargers. I was going into this job thinking it was simple, but I was wrong. Lol I was surprised to see the **** I had to get through just like you pictured. Was able...
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    P0304 code

    Holy crap, new engine for misfire code :eek:
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    100k Mile Service Recommendation

    Truck is about to hit 95k miles and want to be prepared for her 100k service. What is the 100k Mile Maintenance schedule for these trucks specifically with the Pentastar V6? Would love to hear feedback from what everyone has done and what has and hasn’t worked for them.
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    Transmission pan and fluid change questions

    Hey brother, I used this Felpro gasket that was recommended by another member in this forum that successfully installed a PPE pan on his V6 Ram. It was a perfect fit ...
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    Transmission pan and fluid change questions

    Alright guys, got the PPE pan installed. Pan bolts torqued down to 9-FtLbs / 108-InLbs. I did not use the OEM pan spacers. Made sure fluid level was good using the correct check procedure between 86-122 degrees. Took her out for a drive to get the transmission temp over 160. This temperature is...
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    Transmission pan and fluid change questions

    Hey guys, I’m in the middle of doing the procedure as we speak now. I can not seem to fit the OEM pan spacers into the PPE one. Is it okay to go without the spacers?
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    Transmission pan and fluid change questions

    Thankyou for the info brother!
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    Transmission pan and fluid change questions

    Different Drummer thankyou so much! Another member on here mentioned he got his bolts from CAR ID, same part number as oem and they were the cheapest around $4.50 each. I almost pulled the trigger on them but im glad I waited. Thankyou so much for posting this! I just ordered a set. $12.56 for...
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    what oil to use 3.6L (2016)

    I alternate between Amsoil Signature Series 5w-30 and Pennzoil Platinum + Amsoil Signature Filter.
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    ATF drain question

    Did you re use the transmission bolts or did you get new ones?
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    Transmission pan and fluid change questions

    Wow, thankyou for that headsup brother!
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    Transmission pan and fluid change questions

    Got you, you used a PPE pan as well right? What torque spec did you torque the pan bolts down to?
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    Transmission pan and fluid change questions

    Hey partner. I bought the PPE pan as well, Do you have a part number or a link I can use to grab these transmission bolts? The oem part number for the 845RE (Pentastar V6) transmission bolts is 6510056-aa. They go for over $10 at all my local dealers here. Im trying to find a good reputable...
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