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    Options feedback requested

    One thing to keep in mind is that a lot of aftermarket accessories don't work with the multi-function tailgate and/or ramboxes (tonneau covers and racks mainly). I own a basic 2014 Big Horn and a 2020 Limited. The one thing I'd say that surprised me is how much I like the retracting sidesteps...
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    3 yr/36 month coverage ending

    I did this, but got the distinct impression they didn't look very hard, probably because warranty repairs just don't pay as much as regular ones. Next time I'll probably invest a little money and have it done at an independent shop and then take the evidence to the dealer.
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    Meet The 2023 Ram 1500 (DT) Tradesman Warlock 4×4

    Nice truck. Insane pricing. Par for the course for modern day Stellantis.
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    Considering a Ram 1500, but concerned about reliability... New to 5GenRam

    2020 Limited with 120,000 miles. I love my truck, and it has never left me stranded. However, it just doesn't feel as solid as I would have liked. Problems so far: - LED headlight failed (within two weeks of purchase) - Camera in pod behind rearview mirror (for adaptive cruise I believe)...
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    U.S. Full-Sized Truck Sales Comparison: Q2 2023 vs. Q2 2022

    FYI: just saw a feature on price increases in the last 5 years, and FCA was at the top: 48% price increase since 2018.
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    U.S. Full-Sized Truck Sales Comparison: Q2 2023 vs. Q2 2022

    Not a word about Ram's insane price increases? Ram are doing everything they can to price customers out of their trucks. New strategy is apparently to become a luxury brand with luxury prices. With today's interest rates and the inflated prices (not to mention dealer markups), many plainly...
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    anyone put the rebel rim on a Limited?

    Never change equipment just before a trip... We went on a long road trip a few days after mounting the wheels and tires. Somehow, one of the rear wheels developed a leak during the trip. Turned out to be a hairline crack in the wheel barrel. Not being able to source a replacement at short...
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    Where are members having their 5th Gen Rams serviced?

    Just follow the intervals specified by Ram, especially if you plan to have an extended warranty. I usually get the extended warranty, then follow Ram's maintenance schedule: - oil whenever the counter in dash tells me to (usually near 10,000) - transmission never - differentials and transfer...
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    anyone put the rebel rim on a Limited?

    Well, after buying powdercoated Rebel wheels last year, I finally got them installed with BFG K02 in 275/70 R18 (standard size for Rebel). Looks great to me, I don't really need anything bigger. Despite me warning them about tight tolerances with wheel weights, one front wheel was catching...
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    Tire Options for 22' Limited Wheels with No Lift/Level

    Sorry for the late reply: I like the Michelins, but just like their stock-size brothers, they wear like crazy if you live in an area with twisty roads. I get no more than 30,000 miles out of them. I recently bought a set of Rebel wheels and will be changing to 18" tires soon.
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    Blackstone oil analysis, high iron and copper only have 22k miles on engine

    My copper was as high as yours, but later came down to normal levels: 100,000 mile oil analysis
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    Correct Tire Pressure?

    There are calculators online that will tell you what pressure to run with non-stock tires, baed on the stock tire numbers.
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    Failed air strut ? Noise in front….

    Mine (at 103K) has started to clunk over bumps as well. Will inspect my bar for tightness. Tks!
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    Fluids Change Time (Transfer, Differential, Transmission)

    Fluids: follow manufacturer specs Interval: see above FYI: We have over 200,000 miles on our 2014 and have never changed transmission fluid. I understand the peace of mind you will get from changing it, I just wanted to add a data point.
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    Windshield wiper replacement?

    Same here. These have worked best for me and have lasted (non-streaking) longest. Helps to have RainX as your windshield washer fluid as well - once I'm above 55mph I don't even need my wipers in regular (non-downpour) rain.
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    4WD Auto

    I do this as well. Use it also when merging onto a road quickly, and on steep hills.
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    Oil change interval

    10,000 miles usually. verified with oil analysis: 100,000 mile oil analysis
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    Who here is NOT happy with their e-Torque system?

    The only thing I don't like about E-Torque is how aggressively it slows down the truck when I'm in cruise and going downhill. In our 2014, it would allow the truck to build some momentum which helped when inevitably the road would go uphill again. With E-Torque, it keeps the speed very close...
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    how often is everyone changing oil

    As I have stated before: I follow the manual (and oil life indicator). Trust, but also verify: 100,000 mile oil analysis
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    100,000 mile oil analysis

    Blackstone have an explanation on their website (page 2): https://www.blackstone-labs.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Understanding-Engine-combined.pdf
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