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  1. Gero

    Proper lifting points for ccsb

    I recently got a 2post asymmetrical hoist installed and I'm having a little uncertainty about where to properly place the arms for the lift points. It's an asymmetrical 2post which is designed to allow the front doors to swing open but I feel like I have to move the truck several inches forward...
  2. Gero

    Is your coolant resevoir empty?

    I've refilled the coolant reservoir a few times (1-2L each time) because I'm finding the reservoir to be bone dry. The coolant seems to be full at the rad cap(cold motor) but nothing in the overflow. I don't see any leaks anywhere. Are you guys experiencing this periodically?
  3. Gero

    5th gen sb cap work on 4th gen sb?

    Looks like it fits but according to the manufacturer, it doesn't. Can anyone confirm? I don't mind if it's slightly off here and there.
  4. Gero

    What do you think of this mild lift

    I tow a 6500lb trailer and I'd like to keep the vehicle a solid tow vehicle. However, I'd like to reduce the rate without sacrificing premature wear on the truck. I'm thinking 5100 at 1.4" and keeping the rear stock. Will I need control arms with 1.4"? Any worries about cv wear? Can anyone...
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  5. Gero

    Looking at a ram 2017-2019 v6 towing experience

    My father is looking at getting a 2017-2019 1500 pentastar. He plans to use it for his business mainly but occasionally (1 or 2 times) a year, he will be towing his boat. Its 25ft long, 8ft wide and weigh 6000lbs including the trailer. I'm wondering if I should talk him into getting the 5.7 but...
  6. Gero

    Fluid for zf 8hp70

    Just picked this up at wally mart for 32bucks a jug. I bought 2 just incase. It's the right thing for our 8speeds right?
  7. Gero

    Evap canister for 26g and 32g

    are these the same? I bought a 32g and they didn't include the canister. Wondering if the one in my 26g will work before I tackle the job. Any one know?
  8. Gero

    How do you level 8hp70 for fluid change/fill?

    The instructions I've searched are not 100% clear. How do I ensure my transmission is fully leveled? Do I make sure the pan is leveled with a bubble leveler? Too little fluid causes damage. Too much fluid causes fluid to overflow through breather and can cause a fire if dripped on exhaust.
  9. Gero

    Weighed my truck & trailer. Wdh dialed in enough?

    First weigh is the truck, then truck with trailer but no wdh bars and finally truck and trailer with bars. My gvwr is 6900lbs and looks like I'm over at 7400lbs (steer and drive combined). I can increase the bar tension by raising it but then it wont be parallel to the frame. What do you...
  10. Gero

    Documented lifter/cam failure using 5w 30 synthetic?

    Just wondering if there are any documented the lifter and cam failure using 5 W 30 synthetic. And if so how many are there out there? I'm hoping that using 5 W 30 synthetic and avoiding excessive idling will be the solution to the poor valvetrain design. I'd like to get 300K or more without...
  11. Gero

    Driver door rust

    Just noticing this as my 3yr warranty is about to expire. Booked an appt and hopefully it goes well. I'm expecting a new door. The service manager also asked if I'm serving my truck elsewhere and I said I do my own oil changes and maintenance and keep a.clear paper trail. He says to keep...
  12. Gero

    Factory filled TC fluid

    New fluid is nice and red but the factory stuff came out brown/green? I have the bighorn with the 4x4auto button. Filled it with 68089195AA as per dealer via VIN. Kind of alarming that the factory stuff isn't the same color? Truck has 30,000miles. Also did the rear diff and it too came out...
  13. Gero

    Power folding tow mirrors

    I have power folding mirrors with my bighorn and was wondering if a set of power folding tow mirrors from the HD models would plug and play. I'd like to retain all the features. I believe I have everything except memory function. I shouldnt have to require any additional modules or a reflash...
  14. Gero

    PENTOSIN 1058110 for your zf8hp70/torqueflite8?

    Just noticed rockauto sells these and they're apparently good for our 8spd. Has anyone tried this? Does FCA have grounds to void warranty if you use this rather then their mopar snake oil?
  15. Gero

    Parts needed for a larger fuel tank conversion

    I have the pathetic 26g and would like to swap to the 32g. Does anyone know what other parts are needed other than the tank? The larger tanks go for about 140$ around here.
  16. Gero

    Jba longtubes/shorty headers

    I'm trying to find more info regarding the inability to pass emission with these headers. Which part of the emissions testing is exactly is going to fail? The header do not delete any vital components from what I can see unless i am mistaken. The reason i ask is when when my stock studs break...
  17. Gero

    What are you fluid change intervals?

    Looking to see what people's intervals are and what fluid they use regarding various fluids on their 1500. I know the manual has a guideline you can follow but I'm looking at truck owners opinion. I tow a 6000lbs TT about 5000km a year and use the truck as a daily driver putting about...
  18. Gero

    Factory mopar steelies and 285/70/17

    Are these compatible? I run 20s in the summer and when I switch to my old winters (265/70/17), the speedo is thrown off by quite a bit. I figured if I ran wintere in 285/70/17, the difference will be minimal.
  19. Gero

    PPE transmission oil pan?

    Has anyone tried these? They look to be legit and fit on 2013-2018 Ram 1500 ZF 8HP70 Transmission V6, V8 and Eco Diesel. Pricey but if you only need to buy it once, might not be a bad idea. I'm interested in the extra 2quart capacity as well as added cooling using aluminum and heatsinks fins.
  20. Gero

    Goodyear tire warranty?

    I've had my truck for 20,000miles or 30000km and my all season goodyears have been on it for half of that. They have atleast 90% life remaining however I have a problem with 1 tire. I noticed a sidewall bulge indicative of tire failure. The truck is 2 years old (25months). Anyone know if...
  21. Gero

    Are the 2016/2017 and newer have cam issues?

    I was talking to a shop technician in Alberta who tells me the FCA has resolved the issues with the hemi motor burning through lifter and cam wear on motors that are 2016 and newer. I cant seem to find any thing conclusive either from FCA or their dealers. The 2016 are simply too new to have...
  22. Gero

    Upgrading to tow mirrors

    Just wondering if it's possible to swap my current mirrors 2017 bighorn (powered, power folding, heated and auto dim) to these. Apparently the vendor says it may not work because I dont have the memory feature of which I dont need. I just want to be able to power fold when parked in tight areas...
  23. Gero

    Whats the best cold air intake for the 5.7?

    Looking for true hp gains that's dyno or 1/4 mile proven. The vararam seems to perform well but I'm reading lots of stories about poor air filtration.
  24. Gero

    5th gen tails on a 4th gen possible?

    Anyone tries this? I'd like to upgrade my factory tails to something more modern.
  25. Gero

    Plasti dip grill? Will it hold?

    Wondering if plasti dipping an unpainted grill will hold up. I'm afraid stone chips and bug splat along with harsh winters will damage the plasti dip. Or should I just prime and have the grill painted? Thanks!

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