5thGenRams Forums

Register a free account today to become a member! Once signed in, you'll be able to participate on this site by adding your own topics and posts, as well as connect with other members through your own private inbox!

Recent content by Richard320

  1. Richard320

    Is my truck lifted?

    I'd say the answer is probably. The difference in diameter between your tires and the stock 275/65R18s is about 3" 1½" on the lower half is no big deal, but adding 1½" up inside the fenders could get a little tight without a lift. Crawl underneath and look for spacers or aftermaret-looking...
  2. Richard320

    Official EPA numbers for the hurricanes posted

    I wonder what the figures will be if you use 87 octane and the knock sensor retards the timing? And yes, I know the knock sensor itself doesn't actually do anything but send a signal to the ECU. Get over yourself.
  3. Richard320

    Vehicle buy back.

    Suggest they might get stuck paying your legal fees as well and try to squeeze a little extra out of them. But take the money and run. It won't just be parts, it will be experienced, qualified technicians that won't exist if they're getting out of diesels. My two cents.
  4. Richard320

    New replacement battery

    I know nothing of the eTorque system. My truck doesn't have it.
  5. Richard320

    Pedal Position

    Not for me. Of course, I'm one of those weirdos who uses cruise control on the highway. Still, I got stuck in bumper-to bumper traffic the last time I came from Ventura, with two hours of stop and go, and I had no knee pan.
  6. Richard320

    What happens if universal joint fails? Catastrophic or no?

    NAPA auto parts shows U-joints are available. And since the joint is secured with clips, not staking, it is serviceable.
  7. Richard320

    What is this oil filter looking thing next to the electric motor?

    It's a vacuum pump for the brakes. Variable valve timing and MDS can cause manifold vacuum to drop, which will affect the brake booster.
  8. Richard320

    Anti - slip???

    Get your build sheet. It will tell you what is on your truck. Find your VIN and add it to the end of this link https://www.ramtrucks.com/webselfservice/BuildSheetServlet?vin=
  9. Richard320

    Fuel Range

    https://5thgenrams.com/community/threads/how-does-it-calculate-mpg-and-range.15952/
  10. Richard320

    12v to 1500 DT bed location

    Here's how I did it Power in the bed Use one of these https://www.amazon.com/Tow-Ready-118019-Cigarette-Lighter/dp/B007CYB1N2/
  11. Richard320

    4WD Not Engaging

    I've got the auto system and I always see a delay between when I push the button and when it stays lit. And the front actuator also has to move, not just the TC clutches. It costs him nothing to try my method.
  12. Richard320

    4WD Not Engaging

    Try pressing the button into 4HI when you're rolling in Drive. If you're stopped, the gears may not move.
  13. Richard320

    Instrument switch for LED light bar.

    https://5thgenrams.com/community/threads/looking-to-add-aux-switches-using-the-homelink-buttons-to-control-lightbars-diy-how-to-for-under-20.34811/#post-499994
  14. Richard320

    New Ram using 4WAuto

    That's what it's there for.
  15. Richard320

    Loss of throttle response

    Turn ignition on without starting. Cycle throttle to max and back a few times. Shut off. Start, drive. See if it improves.
Top