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What did you do to your Ram today???

Installed the MMX 87mm ported throttle body. Pretty straight forward/easy.

These trucks are so high, I had to use my mini step ladder. 🤣

I also ripped out the carbon filter in the air box. Cut my arm in the process, too. :cool:

I was so anxious, that I didn't take any other pictures. Doh!

Reconnected the battery, started it up, took it for a drive. Everything seems all good. (y)

I don't have a inch pound wrench, unfortunately. I tightened it pretty snug, but not too tight. I will have to get one and recheck it. It's going to bother me if I don't. LOL.

*UPDATE*

Went and picked up an inch pound torque wrench. I took everything apart again to get to the TB. I loosened the bolts up a bit to make sure I had the right torque on them. I torqued to 50 in lbs. 1, 2, 3... and on the 4th one... the threads are stripped!

So, anyone know if they can be fixed somehow? I took it for a drive and it seems ok. I didn't think I heard any leaking type noise, or whatever. I am just super upset at myself. I thought I was being so careful.

Sometimes (most of the time) I wish I could just leave things alone.
 

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bluearcade71 said:
Installed the MMX 87mm ported throttle body. Pretty straight forward/easy.

These trucks are so high, I had to use my mini step ladder. 🤣

I also ripped out the carbon filter in the air box. Cut my arm in the process, too. :cool:

I was so anxious, that I didn't take any other pictures. Doh!

Reconnected the battery, started it up, took it for a drive. Everything seems all good. (y)

I don't have a inch pound wrench, unfortunately. I tightened it pretty snug, but not too tight. I will have to get one and recheck it. It's going to bother me if I don't. LOL.

*UPDATE*

Went and picked up an inch pound torque wrench. I took everything apart again to get to the TB. I loosened the bolts up a bit to make sure I had the right torque on them. I torqued to 50 in lbs. 1, 2, 3... and on the 4th one... the threads are stripped!

So, anyone know if they can be fixed somehow? I took it for a drive and it seems ok. I didn't think I heard any leaking type noise, or whatever. I am just super upset at myself. I thought I was being so careful.

Sometimes (most of the time) I wish I could just leave things alone.
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Which threads got stripped? The ones on the intake?
Is it composite or aluminum? Are there threadserts?
 
GATORB8 said:
Which threads got stripped? The ones on the intake?
Is it composite or aluminum? Are there threadserts?
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Yes. just 1 of the 4 holes. the right rear hole.

The manifold is plastic. I just left it in there. I didn't really look to see. I was too pissed off.

All I can say is, be very careful if anyone is going to do this.
 
bluearcade71 said:
Yes. just 1 of the 4 holes. the right rear hole.

The manifold is plastic. I just left it in there. I didn't really look to see. I was too pissed off.

All I can say is, be very careful if anyone is going to do this.
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Is it stripped all the way down?

If not, you may be able to chase it with a tap. If so, there may be a composite version of a helicoil, or a threadsert you could use.
 
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djjr50 said:
It was a good 3 inch diameter...hard to ignore. They did replace the entire dash though without any issues. Must be a dealer issue.
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Mine did this a few weeks ago. Had the truck in to get the driver side mirror replaced (warranty issue) and had them check it out. Getting the dash pad replaced under warranty now too.
 

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GATORB8 said:
Is it stripped all the way down?

If not, you may be able to chase it with a tap. If so, there may be a composite version of a helicoil, or a threadsert you could use.
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I'm not sure how far down it's stripped, but I couldn't even get the 50 in. lbs. to click. the other 3 are fine. So, I'm pretty sure it is all the way down. I am looking at the helicoils and/or nut-sert avenue.

I am going down to my Dad's for a week or 2. I have a bunch of things to do on my truck down there. Muffler, tow hooks, Mopar tailgate step (possibly a front level. I keep going back and forth with that one). My dad has a hydraulic lift, so it will make it easier. LOL.

I will take a closer look at the TB issue when I get there. Plus, my Dad is a wizard at stuff like this. That's what he does. He fixes things that are broken. 41 years at GM, skilled trades / machine tool & die. LOL.

Hopefully we can figure out a solution. I'm sure it will be fine.
 
bluearcade71 said:
Installed the MMX 87mm ported throttle body. Pretty straight forward/easy.

These trucks are so high, I had to use my mini step ladder. 🤣

I also ripped out the carbon filter in the air box. Cut my arm in the process, too. :cool:

I was so anxious, that I didn't take any other pictures. Doh!

Reconnected the battery, started it up, took it for a drive. Everything seems all good. (y)

I don't have a inch pound wrench, unfortunately. I tightened it pretty snug, but not too tight. I will have to get one and recheck it. It's going to bother me if I don't. LOL.

*UPDATE*

Went and picked up an inch pound torque wrench. I took everything apart again to get to the TB. I loosened the bolts up a bit to make sure I had the right torque on them. I torqued to 50 in lbs. 1, 2, 3... and on the 4th one... the threads are stripped!

So, anyone know if they can be fixed somehow? I took it for a drive and it seems ok. I didn't think I heard any leaking type noise, or whatever. I am just super upset at myself. I thought I was being so careful.

Sometimes (most of the time) I wish I could just leave things alone.
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I don’t usually work on my vehicles. I can bleed just looking at a wrench.
 
HSKR R/T said:
Not today, and not to my truck. Yesterday installed a Borla ATAK on my buddies 21 Rebel and then added the taillight tint from Paul Cre. Got his stock exhaust off, without cutting, and Borla installed in under 45 minutes.
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Please post photos of the truck debadged.
Thanks
 
SkittleRam said:
Yeah the values are amazing right now, but I had a devil of time finding my truck in July of last year...I don't even want to think about looking for one now....
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Pretty much every local dealer in my area has nothing to choose from when it comes to new inventory.

Yeah, the trade in prices are great...but I would only do this if I weren't planning to replace the truck right away.
 
CPenn1086 said:
Pretty much every local dealer in my area has nothing to choose from when it comes to new inventory.

Yeah, the trade in prices are great...but I would only do this if I weren't planning to replace the truck right away.
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You piqued my interest so I checked out my preferred local dealer and they have a TRX for $83. Huh, that's really not that unreasonable.

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Went out and drove around (about 60 miles), and I can't hear any whistle or hissing from my TB, so I think I'm good with that 1 stripped bolt (actulally, I am not convinced that it's 100% stripped). I will keep an eye on it. I actually think my MPG improved slightly, too.

Did 5 0-60 runs, with an average of 7.12 secs. Not too bad with the taller tires I had put on. (y)
 
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