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Update 10/26/23 After much aggravation and stone walling from my dealer, I traveled an hour one way to another Ram dealer. They diagnosed exactly what I had been saying all along. They even put that in the work order, “that they confirmed the customers claims of internal engine damage”...

I own a 2019 Ram Classic. It has 53,000 miles. It’s had 3 sets of manifold bolts and two full sets of new manifolds. It’s still under factory warranty. Plus I have an extended warranty that’s good for3 more years and til 100,00 miles. I purchased it from a Ram dealer as used, they had used it...

So an update. I’ve tried three different oil/filter combos but with no results. It does seem like a cam or lifter issue. Tried running 89 fuel, no help in noise. Tried running several tanks of 91 fuel, no help. Ram customer service says “that’s the way the motors are made and sound”. I say BS...

I have a 2019 Classic with the 5.7. I’ve taken it to my dealer twice, and written Ram twice about the engine knock. Basically been told I’m crazy it’s normal. I’ve checked oil frequently, changed oil, changed brands of oil, changed filters and brands of filters, nothing makes it better. Needless...