Dodgeram1977
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- Joined
- Sep 26, 2017
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- Ram Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 5.7L Hemi
I recently purchased a 2012 Ram 1500 4x4 with a Hemi. This is not my first Ram with a Hemi, I also had 2003, now my son has it. My 03 had a lifter tick at cold start-up, it would go away shortly after start up. I guess I didn’t think it was a big deal, because it has almost 200k miles, it’s gonna make some noise with that many miles IMO. But with the 2012 I bought, it has a constant tick. When it’s warmed up, it’s minimal. It’s at its worst at cold start up. I’ve heard it can be quieted down with oil. I don’t know what to use in it for oil. I used 5w30 Valvoline High Mileage in my 03. But, with the 2012, I see 5w20 is recommended. But I’ve seen all kinds of recommendations, but after reading some of the threads, I’m confused on what to put in it.