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    spark plugs

    I'm past due for mine to be done ... its on my radar for when things slow down for me in a couple of months. Let us know how it goes and documenting the process is much appreciated! I've also heard changing out the oil filter housing is a must but honestly have never had an issue; something I'll...
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    What is the estimated longevity of the Pentastar V6?

    All my friends that laughed when I got a used 2020 with a Pentastar v6 because they all get at least 19mpg with a Hemi are now envious of the fact that I get 22+ mpg with mine no matter how I drive it (unless towing). Very happy with this engine and at 86k miles there have been zero problems.
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    Ram Service vs Toyota service

    In our area, the Toyota dealer is no way near as good as the one the OP describes nor is either of the Ram dealers as bad. I think some dealerships are just managed much better than others regardless of brand.
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    Swap from tow mirrors

    Whereabouts are you located?
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    Swap from tow mirrors

    I am going to sell them locally.
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    Swap from tow mirrors

    EBay, and Detroit Mopar Parts
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    What is the estimated longevity of the Pentastar V6?

    I thought I’d hate the rotary dial but man, the console space is awesome. Never liked column shifters, and console space for an automatic is crazy. Now a manual shifter would be great but those have all but gone away
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    What is the estimated longevity of the Pentastar V6?

    My 3.6l has 76k miles in a very short amount of time. Normal maintenance records from first owner. So far easy stuff. In research seems to hold up very well. The etorque is good so far.
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    What does everyone do for a living?

    Hit 30 years as a programmer/software engineer with the Air Force this year in combination of enlisted, contractor and now DoD civilian.
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    Which would you rather have? Advanced Safety Group or Multifunction Tailgate and Rambox

    I’ve had Ramboxes on two different trucks and I really depend on them as they suit my needs perfectly. I’ve never seen the MFT so I can’t say much about it but sure it’s pretty handy as well. I had the features of the advanced safety group in a different truck and I am a fan of the technology...
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    Alpha OBD

    You need a security gateway bypass: This is the one I purchased for ~$25: Amazon link This one is commonly recommended for ~$50: Infotainment link You need an OBD device to connect your Windows laptop or Android phone/tablet to: This is the one I purchased for ~$100: Amazon link I can't...
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    Air Conditioning Fix

    I ordered the kit from Amazon but haven't had time yet to look at it. The provided instruction sheet has pics for the Hemi and EcoDiesel but not the Pentastar ... Has anyone done this on the 3.6l v6 yet?
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    MPG computer lies - badly!

    I have a new to me 2020 with a well broken in 75k miles on the 3.6l v6. I have not gone back to work on base so my primary driving is in town/country roads. My avg mpg usually varies quite a bit, i dont look at the fuel economy screen in the EVIC but when I reset my trip A it usually pretty...
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    Picking up my truck tomorrow, what to bring for the fly and buy?

    A bunch o Coors and a CB to talk to the Bandit. Wishing you good luck and safe travels!
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    long term ownership 10+ years

    Only truck I’ve ever owned that was a POS was a 2006 Tacoma, dealer denied all problems so I traded it and will never go back. My dad drove bulletproof Toyota 4x4s in the 80s and plowed snow with them but not my experience. I’ve had F-150s and Rams and only one issue and that was the computer...
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