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  1. J

    Odd question about a 33 gal tank on a 3.0 diesel ...

    It depends what you're buying the truck to do...If you take frequent long trips, towing on long trips or just want to be able to go longer without filling up...then it's worth it. I'll use my hemi experience as an example with the 26 gal compared to 33. So, I could get 18 mpg unloaded..that's...
  2. J

    Weight Distribution Hitch Poll

    I've got a Husky Centerline, worked great on my 1500. Still haven't gotten it dialed in on the 2500 yet but I'm not giving it up.
  3. J

    5th Gen Ram 1500 Differential Rear Fluid Change (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022+)

    The website may not, but the full data sheet for the Severe Gear lubes does have it on the 2nd sheet.
  4. J

    5th Gen Ram 1500 Differential Rear Fluid Change (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022+)

    The Severe Gear does have some friction modifier in it. You can run it without the the additive and if you get some chattering then you can add the additive until it goes away.
  5. J

    Quickjacks(7000)

    I have one that I have used on a BMW and Equinox, but never used it with my RAM. I thought the extensions were too expensive and not sure I would be happy with the stability of them. It's also much easier to get a truck off the ground and on jack stands than any unibody vehicle.
  6. J

    How can I scroll through fav pre-sets on FM/SXM with tuner??

    If you have the steering wheel controls the center button on the left will cycle through the presets only.
  7. J

    Motul X-cess 5w40 analysis

    As you understand, all oils will protect an engine, the only question is just for how long. It does seem strange that the Motul, which does appear to be mostly Group IV, shows more bearing material wear. I can only wonder if that's due to the "thinning" of the oil and low viscosity you're seeing...
  8. J

    Motul X-cess 5w40 analysis

    There's some benefits that you can't see though. Over time the cheaper oils may generate some sludge, maybe they collect and form sludge in the intake or on intake valves from PCV. Whereas a better oil has more or different additives to prevent that sludge build up and other deposits. Actually...
  9. J

    Motul X-cess 5w40 analysis

    Running different lengths of intervals can also skew the numbers, as does a different duty cycle(which you've already noted). If this was the first change where you really had a good load behind it then it could just be wearing in the thrust bearings, like they said just something to keep an eye...
  10. J

    Different tire heights front and rear

    Yes, the stability control still acts on all 4
  11. J

    Different tire heights front and rear

    I would be inclined to go with what Scram said, the stability and traction control monitors the wheel speed on all 4 corners. So if it thinks the front tires are slipping (spinning faster than the rear) it would apply the brakes to transfer the torque to the rear tires. I would think this would...
  12. J

    climate setting memory including ventilated seats

    The climate will default to the last used settings. However the heated/cooled seats will only come on automatically with remote start as long as it meets the temp criteria.
  13. J

    So you want to tow a camper! Discussion thread.

    @devildodge Don't know if you've seen this or not... Then there's a follow up which I find to be even more entertaining... Sure, the payload might be within spec...but by how much? Can't be much left with them both in the car. I also find that he's skirting around the whole legality comment...
  14. J

    Does your A/C Work like this?

    I usually had mine set 70-72 and the fan would always slow down and vents would change. Of course I had all the windows tinted with ceramic and it helped a lot with how cool it felt in the truck.
  15. J

    Dealer is telling me I must pay MSRP if I special order

    I think pricing won't ease up until all the delays/shortages in parts and labor are well clear and new trucks are flowing onto or overflowing dealer lots. I'm thinking it could be a while though because there could be a lot of people that are waiting to buy a new vehicle until shortages and...
  16. J

    So you want to tow a camper! Discussion thread.

    I was about in the same boat as you, we bought a TT sooner than we expected but knew the 1500 would pull it for a couple years until we could get a 2500. I never weighed that truck and trailer but plan to weigh my 2500 and the same trailer on Friday, I suspect that I was close to GVWR on the...
  17. J

    2021 1500 transmission issues/quirks

    The Cummins has the 68rfe behind it in the 2500, completely different from the 8 speed found behind the 5.7 and 6.4 hemi's. I have heard of many complaining of the "dead pedal" that these trucks may have. You may get more information by posting on the sister site, www.hdrams.com As for...
  18. J

    Can I keep my old, warranty replaced rims??

    Stellantis(FCA) may tell them to scrap/destroy them, or they may want them back for inspection. You can ask and see what they say.
  19. J

    Malfunction Indicator Light (MIS) Error code P1524

    Everything is designed to a set of criteria, so the filter is designed to hold the average amount of contaminants from an engine plus say a 33% safety margin. However, these filters likely aren't tested on an actual engine, they use a standardized set of "particles" and run the fluid through the...
  20. J

    Ceramic Tint Pics

    The stock tint can't be removed...unless you change the windows. It's sandwiched between the two panes.
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