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    200K what parts to replace

    The truck (2016 25000 Hemi) turned 160K. With 200K around the corner (drive 25K per year), I wanted to get some advice on the lifespan of the following parts: 1. Alternator 2. Starter 3. Radiator 4. U joints 5. Wheel bearings I plan to buy parts early instead of spending everything at once. I...
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    Busted drag link

    I was parking the truck (2016 2500 Hemi with 144K), heard a snap and the steering goes limp. Drag link is no joke. Called FCA (RAM) and they called the dealer. The dealer is taking care of everything under the recall. Thank God this did not happen on the highway. On the flip side, wife is...
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    Catch Can Heads Up (learn from my mistake)

    I installed the catch can at 60K miles. I am currently at 134K miles and have not touched the catch can in term of maintenance. During my last oil change, I noticed that the catch can was bone dry when I went to empty it; I thought this was strange as I usually get an ounce during the summer and...
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    Oil catch can question

    I recently cleaned my Moroso oil catch can (with release valve). When I first installed it, the pressure in the catch can was positive (when I opened the valve, air would rush out). Now there is a vacuum when I open it. I switched the hose orientation but still get a vacuum. Is this normal...
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    Front diff 4WD Actuator

    Drove my son to San Luis Pass (Galveston, TX) for a fun night of gigging. Tried to engage 4WD and the 4WD service light lit up. My son who was standing outside the truck said it sounded like crap. Sure enough a terrible grinding noise was coming from the passenger side. Got home and sure enough...
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    Heads up on diesel oil supply

    Just a heads up to all Cummins owners... https://www.naturalnews.com/2022-06-22-red-alert-entire-us-supply-of-diesel-engine-oil-wiped-out.html I would stock up.
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    Purolator Boss limitations - 8,700 miles

    Vehicle: 2016 2500 5.7 with 128,900 miles. I recently noticed my oil pressure lower than usual. I was running the Purolator Boss in OEM size (PBL12222). The filter is full synthetic media and is rated for 15,000 miles and has a 24 gram particle capacity. My oil change interval is 5,000 miles...
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    Rotella T6 availability

    It seems like T6 is getting harder to find. A guided my friend to Home Depot where they have the gallon jug (5W40) for $22.98; he bought 48 jugs. Just though I would share with my Cummins brethren; hope this helps.
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    Shell Rotella Gas Truck Virgin Oil Analysis

    I compiled the ****** oil analysis for Shell Rotella Gas Truck for all you oil nerds (esp. Burla!). Couple of surprises: 1. 0W20 had slightly thicker viscosity than the 5W20 at operating temp. 2. 5W30 was a lot thicker compared to the other 20 weight oils. 3. 5W20 had the best additive...
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    5.7 engine teardown. Oh the humanity…

    Hard to look away like a train wreck. https://youtu.be/xX7VEdyFyuA
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    Tire Shortage

    My Nittos (295/65R20) are approaching 40K. Still have good tread on them 8/32 but started feeling paranoid about replacement tire due to the supply chain issues. We to Discount Tires and asked them about their inventory on the Toyo Open Country AT3 in 295/65R20. He showed me his screen and it...
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    Rear rotors and pads replaced at 119K miles

    I finally replaced the rear rotors and pads after 119K miles. They still had some meat on them but they started making noise. Replaced them with slotted and drilled rotors and ceramic pads. The brakes feel tighter and more responsive.
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    Oil supply issue?

    I don’t want to sound like chicken little BUT just noticed Costco raised their price again (10 quart full syn) $24.99 to $27.99 and now $29.99 (I used to buy this for $21.99 on sale). I know $5 isn’t life altering but just out of curiosity I researched bobistheoilguy and read that blenders are...
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    If you can’t say amen say ouch…

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    Oil Filter and Oil Shortage?

    A service manager friend of a large independent shop gave me the heads up that they were having issues ordering oil filters (out of stock). I read on another forum that oil producers are having issues with the additives package supply chain. One of the posters stated that their local Walmart was...
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    Free OEM front bumper 2016 2500 Laramie Hemi (sensor holes)

    Thought I would give my HD brethren first shot at this. Two caveats: 1. It’s located in Houston so local pick up only. I will not ship this (it’s huge - that’s what she said). 2. Minor damage = lower lip was pushed in an inch during a carwash tunnel incident. No damage to chrome however. You...
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    Black oil after 5,000 miles

    2016 2500 5.7 with 110,000 miles. Engine sounds great; no tick (even cold starts). New PCV valve, oil catch can and I keep a close eye on the air filter. I run either PUP or RGT on 5K oil change interval. Experimented with OEM, WIX XP, Bosch, Fram Ultra, Mobil 1, Purolator Boss filters. Oil...
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    AVS bug deflector

    My old AVS deflector gave up it ghost at 108,000 miles. The adhesive gave way and the damn thing was flapping in the wind like an injured seagull at highway speeds. I ordered another AVS (made in the USA). This one had a more aggressive design. My hope is that it would help prevent cracks on...
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    Steelcraft Fortis front bumper installed

    Steelcraft Fortis front bumper installed. $759 for the bumper delivered. 143lbs vs 50lbs OEM bumper. Fit and finish is pretty good considering the price. Predrilled for the sensors.
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    66RFE fluid color after 58K easy miles

    2016 2500 Hemi with 108K miles. Did the transmission service at 50K miles so 58K on this fluid. The color was way darker than expected (see pic). No towing or high RPM’s but lots and of city driving. No issues with temp (170); felt a slight shudder recently. Bottom line is change your fluid...
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    PCV after 106,000 miles

    2016 Ram 2500 5.7. Old PCV was gummed up but still rattled freely (surprised). Very easy to change. Pop off the plastic engine cover and twist the old PCV off (with pliers; it was stuck). It’s located passenger side towards the back. Twist new one on. Bought from Amazon; buy the Standard V470...
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    105K component wear

    Truck turned 105K so decided to replace: 1. Exhaust manifold bolts/studs and exhaust manifold 2. Spark plugs 3. Belt tensioner 4. Belt 5. Mopar combustion cleaner The plugs didn’t look as bad as I thought (little crusty) but no electrode wear. They were the NGK iridium. Bolts/studs were...
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    Nitto Terra Grappler G2 22K mile review

    295/65R20 Nitto Terra Grapplers G2. Rotated 5-7K miles. Currently 13/32 at 22,000 miles. They were 17/32 brand new. 60 psi front and 70 psi rear. Fully expect to get 50K out of them (they come with 50K tread warranty). Very quiet; zero issues so far. Balances easily and good (not great) wet...
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    OEM LED tail light replacement

    Got the driver side tail light out error message on my 2016 2500 Laramie. Small LED strip was out; enough change in the resistance to throw a code. Turn signal worked but hyper flashed. Choices were: 1. OEM replacement $300 (one) 2. Aftermarket OEM style $179 (one) 3. Amazon special $184 (pair)...
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    Kano Lab Kreen = 0 lifter noise

    Curiosity got the better of me after I kept on reading about Kreen on bobistheoilguy. Most of the users reported very positive results. I drive a 2016 2500 5.7 Hemi; truck is currently at 95K miles. I have always been meticulous about maintenance (5K full synthetic oil change interval with...

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