Recent content by mikeru82

No stock truck has a sealed tailgate. Not that it's relevant to this thread, but the Rambox is not an option on your Tungsten. It's a standard feature.

Since the OP's question was answered within the first few posts there's not much more to say about that subject. So like many other threads, it has moved on to other subjects. The thread should probably just be closed at this point unless the OP would like to keep it open for whatever reason.

If flaps help I'd hate to see what mine would look like if I didn't have flaps lol. I agree with Phippy about the running boards. Power steps do nothing to protect that area.

I don't see why it would be a bad idea if you're still happy with the truck. It's gonna cost you a lot more to replace the truck.

It's not just Limited and Tungsten models. It happens with any model 5th gen with painted factory fender flares. And the factory ppf is a joke. That spot is very vulnerable to rock chips. You should see what our 2020 Limited looks like. I used to worry about it when the truck was new lol.

That’s the problem, lots of theories but no real data on what’s causing the cam/lifter failures. It’s not just MDS lifters that are failing, and even engines without MDS have the same types of failures. I’m not convinced that MDS has anything to do with it. I’m more of the theory of soft cams...

Sounds like you might want to hold off buying a truck right now. If I were in your shoes I'd probably fix your 2019 and drive that until you have picked out a travel trailer. Then make your truck buying decision based on your towing needs. By that time you may have a better idea of the...

Just to clarify here, the "eTorque V6" is the same thing as the 3.6 L Pentastar. You can't get a Pentastar on a 5th gen Ram 1500 without etorque. Your shop is mistaken. The Pentastar has proven itself to be a very reliable engine. The Hurricane is too new to know about the reliability of it...

You can check to see if your VIN is included in the warranty extension by logging in to your account at ramtrucks.com. It will potentially save you a trip to the dealership. Also, that TSB was superseded by TSB 23-098-24. Basically, they won't replace the rear window anymore. They apply a 2...

Amen, brother!

I'm not sure it really matters. Blocking flow to the heater core is the goal, and if you close one side there can be no flow through the heater core. But I found this in a quick interweb search...

That's certainly a consideration. I would also add the amount of oil in the cooling system and how long it sits without running is just as important in your formula. Remember that hot coolant circulates through the system when he engine is running. So the oil could be constantly washed off...

In my opinion I wouldn't replace the hoses unless they're leaking or damaged. Dealership wants your money. I'm not sure I'd even bother degreasing them. Do a cooling system flush, then refill with coolant and move on.

Might as well own it. :D

Agreed. Nothing is worse than messing with that pesky head gadget. :ROFLMAO: