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    2012 Ram (1500 5.7 with MDS, 107k miles) Crank, Cam, and other questions

    I wanted to follow up on this post as I was worried about the “tick” remaining after reassembly; my inspection had found minor wear on the cam lobes and no significant lifter/roller issues. In summary… I replaced the cam & lifters (both showed marring and one lobe with minor grooving (0.011), I...
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    2012 Ram 1500 5.7 (transmission troubleshooting assistance)

    I never got notice on these replies. Thank you all! Here is a follow up; - Four of the exhaust manifold bolts were found to be cracked and all bolts were replaced (loud tick continued). Checked flex plate, not cracked and tight. Compression test and oil pressure checks good. Decided to pull the...
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    2012 Ram (1500 5.7 with MDS, 107k miles) Crank, Cam, and other questions

    Hello, hopefully this post has enough info to answer a few questions I have. Background; the vehicle is new to me and had a severe 'tick' when purchased (single tick at engine speed, same tune at all temps and all rpm ranges). Figured I might get away with just a simple exhaust manifold bolt...
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    2012 Ram 1500 5.7 (transmission troubleshooting assistance)

    Hello, apologize in advance for the long read, wanted to provide as much detail as possible, hoping to get some professional or experienced feedback. I recently purchased a 2012 Dodge Ram 1500 ST, 2 door, 4x4, 5.7 with 107000 miles (VIN 3C6JD7AT0CG163152). Vehicle has several issues that need...
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