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    Can't find wheel lock key, best way to replace them?

    Thanks for the tip guys. I had tires installed a couple months back and went to do some brake work and no key! Wasn't sure how to proceed, but McGard came to the rescue. The directed me to a lock ID card I didn't know I had and ordered a replacement. Cheaper and easier than any other option...
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    Missing Spare Tire

    I had that happen on an Astro Van. Just a broken off cable left. You are making me take a look at mine to be sure it is still there!
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    Trans dial won’t return to original position.

    Thanks for the tip! I will avoid putting a display cap on my shift knob. I had never thought about it getting misaligned by shutting off the engine while in drive. I have occasionally done that and it jumped to park and I presume the knob didn't move. Doesn't matter unless you have a cap...
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    Hemi Etorque or Ecodiesel??

    Don't overlook the Pentastar V6, now with EcoTorque. My 2014 crew cab has been great now at 52K miles and gives 23-24 MPG on trips and 18-20 around town here in FL. I do light towing with it, boats and small camper, no problem.
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    Does anyone have an actual printed, full owner's manual that came with your truck?

    My '14 came with the owners manual and others, tires, Sirius, etc all in a nice pouch.
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    Coolant dipstick dry

    I would also recommend looking at the third brake light. The leak was obvious with probably a gallon of water under the rear seat. At the time warranty fixed it, but should just be a gasket.
  7. J

    Ram owners with 3.6 V6

    My 2014 has 50K miles and so far OK. I will keep an eye out for it. Thanks for the info.
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    Why I like my 3.21

    My 2014 1500 Crew Cab 4X4 with the Pentastar has frequently done 24 MPG on the highway. Would probably do better if I kept the speed down from 75+. It performs any light towing that I do, small camper or boats. I have been very satisfied and amazed at what it will do. An incredible truck.
  9. J

    Ok... everyone has issues with their trucks! What is a good truck today?

    My 2014 1500 Big Horn just turned 50K miles and has been trouble free. Getting due for tires and brakes, but just routine maintenance so far.
  10. J

    if you had to upgrade your truck....

    I would have probably gone for the upgraded Laramie leather interior. It also has more of the upgraded electronic controls.
  11. J

    Ram 1500 battery dead

    My 2014 Ram 1500 also had a battery die when it was only about 2 years old. I replaced it with a Walmart Everstart battery. It wasn't the exact size, but depth and width were the same but it was about 1/4" taller and fit perfectly. The padded cover even still closed over it. It is still...
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    114000 miles 2018 6 cyl

    I have the 2014 Big Horn Crew Cab 4x4 now with 46K miles and no issues with the Pentastar V6 or 8 speed trans. I love this truck. 24MPG on the highway around 20MPG around local country driving. Amazing for a full size truck.
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    First shift with cold engine = lurches.

    My '14 Bighorn with 3.6/8 speed does that every morning. I just try to avoid a fast start first thing. After the first shift everything is fine. Probably relates to circulating fluid in the hydraulics within the transmission. I have tried waiting a bit after starting, but seems to make no...
  14. J

    Really starting to hate my truck

    The only electrical issue I've seen in my '14 Bighorn is the cruise control will occasionally not be available. After restarting the truck it usually comes back. Obviously some type of computer issue where rebooting the system restores the function. Otherwise no issues.
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    What 55 mph does for gas mileage

    Neil E, Your comment makes sense to me. I drove from Florida to CT via mostly I-95 doing close to 80 a lot of the way and per the trip computer averaged over 23 MPG. Doing 55 would definitely jack that up. The 3.6 with 8 speed is remarkable. My son in law has the F150 with aluminum body...
  16. J

    Amp steps and visible pinch welds

    What are you doing with the removed step? I like them better than the ones on my truck. I'm in the Daytona area if you want to sell them.
  17. J

    A Ram 1500 without a Hemi?

    I've been driving the 1500 with the Pentastar V6 for four years. No regrets at all. I do some light towing, small camper and boats, no problem at all. Plenty of power for highway 22-23 highway MPG regularly. The V6 RAM is an amazing truck. Try it and see.
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    Bed liner - drop in or spray on?

    Never had a spray in liner, but with my drop in and a tri fold tonneau, everything stays dry. I think the rippled bottom allows minor water to flow out the back without getting items in the bed wet. Very happy with it so far.
  19. J

    Center console floods in a 2016

    I had big puddles under the back seat when the 3rd brake light leaked. Apparently a regular problem.
  20. J

    A Hemi getting 24mpg?

    I do honestly get up to 24 MPG with my V6 Big Horn 4X4 Crew. Probably even better if I kept the speed down.
  21. J

    E Torque payoff

    Assuming that the battery packs are similar to current electric car packs, they are proving to last for a long time, 8+ years. They would be relatively expensive to replace.
  22. J

    ATTENTION ALL V6 Ram 1500 owners

    Just running boards and a tri-fold tonneau on mine. Love the V6 1500. It's not a sports car, just does the job no muss, no fuss and is remarkably economical.
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    Convince me to buy a Ram

    I have a 2014 Big Horn Crew Cab 4X4 with the V6/8spd and have been amazed how great it works for everyday use and light trailer towing. 23-24 MPG highway, better if I slowed it down. Averaging around 20 MPG around town in a rural area. I tried the Hemi, but didn't feel it offered much more...
  24. J

    Why did you buy your truck?

    I traded in a Cadillac SRX AWD. Was looking at a Durango, but after having transfer case issues with SUVs, I found '14 Ram Bighorn V6 4WD crew cab offered better mileage and much more room. We haven't been disappointed. Performance with the V6 is great and mileage in the mid-20s on a trip...
  25. J

    Not a happy camper with new 2019 limited

    My 2014 satellite radio works great usually in open areas in Florida, but if you get into an area of heavy forest, it cuts out frequently. Hope that is all it is.

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