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    Oil percent .what does that mean ?

    As I said…..
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    Oil percent .what does that mean ?

    Sounds like you’re not living right.
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    Oil percent .what does that mean ?

    If she has the same wherewithal to scroll to that dash info, she can look at a sticker on the windshield glass that shows a mileage recommendation for change.
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    First Oil Change Coming Up

    Get whatever attains manufacturer’s specifications along with a good filter. If your intention is to do a 5k mile OCF interval get whatever synthetic oil is on sale but don’t skimp on filter - Wix/NAPA gold or Purolator One/Classic/Tech seem to meet muster. Best of luck.
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    Oil percent .what does that mean ?

    It means she needs to get that vehicle in for service ASAP and then, rather than being focused on % oil life remaining (it’s all algorithm not analysis based) getting on a regular routine schedule of every 5k for OCF with synthetic oil of OEM spec and a quality filter. By the way, if you run...
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    TCW3 (2 Stroke Oil) in Gasoline?

    Do you have a modern day version of a Saab two stroke in there? Why do that? Get a real fuel system additive and use as recommended. Stabil and StarTron are two manufacturers off the top that have products that stabliize fuel and assist in maintaining a clean fuel delivery system. You can afford...
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    I inherited my dad's 2004 5.9L Cummins

    Condolences on loss of your dad. Just run new fluids in it to include fuel, coolant and brakes. Fuel filter most definitely need replacement, and watch for debris build up from setting up. Check for brittle or damaged rubber or seals. I’d not replace water pump etc as long as you proceed with...
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    Awful gas mileage: 2024 RAM Rebel GT

    It is what it is. Get used to the truck. Drive gently (that doesn’t mean slowly). And know your warranty is kaput as soon as you introduce unauthorized software and hardware modifications.
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    1500 vs 2500 for towing travel trailer (downhill)

    If you can afford it, get the HD truck. I know the paper capabilities of a 1500 will allow you to pull what you suggest. I wonder if that 6k weight doesn’t amp up beyond that figure with full water, propane, and food stores particularly if you’re going off the grid so to speak. As background, I...
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    3:21 rear vs 3:92 gas mileage?

    Have a 2016 1500 Big Horn 4x4, crew cab with 20” wheels, and a slightly taller than cab high Lear topper, 3.21 rear end. Before topper averaged a shade over 20 mpg in my mostly highway driving, with best at 23.5 mpg from El Paso to central VA driving at about 72-73 mph cruise. The topper has cut...
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    Why Is My Remote Start Not Activating Heated Seats/ Steering Wheel?

    Go into your Unconnect apps and insure they are enabled under “remote start”. I bet they no longer are since you had the repair performed.
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    Epic Road Trip to pick up my new Rebel GT at Mark Dodge

    Nice truck. Nice trip. Nice report!
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    1 gal. Of gasoline in 28 gal diesel performance increase.

    I've owned and driven diesel vehicles and equipment for well over 40 years. I'm no tech expert, but have been to a Holiday Inn Express. Just my opinion, but you are setting yourself up for disaster and thousands of $ worth of repairs to fix what ain't broke - yet. It will be. If your remedy was...
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    Conversion of column shifter to dial shifter!

    I’d suggest on an 11 model year old truck it would be money and time wasted to pursue that. Other posters have indicated why.
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    Synthetic oil

    Duplicate comment
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    Synthetic oil

    Back at you. Sorry you took it personally.
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    Oil change intervals

    Do as you think is best. Opinions are just that; I agree with your last point
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    Synthetic oil

    The manual recommends it. That you seem to need additional adjectival comment like “add longevity” is likely not in any owners manual for any brand. Good luck.
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    Synthetic oil

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    Oil change intervals

    I think you’re wasting oil and time with a 5k interval. It makes more sense to go to at least 10k - note that OTR diesels typically are a 20k plus interval with ease. You have a large crankcase, and that is to assist in cooling and lubrication of that rugged engine. Try 10k; it gives you an...
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    Synthetic oil

    Factory recommends 5W20. Get whatever full syn is on sale that attains the Chrysler spec, a quality oil filter that claims to attain OEM spec, and drive on. This isn’t rocket surgery.
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    2017 Approaching 100k, How Deep Should I go?

    Trans fluid, coolant, brake fluid. The usuals.I do a 60k trans fluid exchange, 100k coolant, about 50k on brake fluid. Drive 20k acyear, mostly hoghways.Looks like you have the rest covered.
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    Winter oil type

    “And” what?
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    Winter oil type

    Ok. I suspect 5w20 is as readily available (or not) as is 5w30. Don’t make this hard on yourself.
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    Winter oil type

    Manual calls for 5w20.

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