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    65RFE trans problem

    I don't think it was a mistake to change the fluid/filter at 50k. You probably could have stretched it a long time, but new fluid will definitely add life. You're right, Wix is a good brand. And you used Mopar fluid...so all that was good thinking on your part. IMO. Did you remove/replace the...
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    Zf8hp70 Transmission 4wd

    Chucky.. are all the shafts breaking at the same point? In front of the splines? That looks like it's the narrowest point on the shaft by my eye. Strange..
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    Opinion On A Set Of Tires

    Something else I've noticed... and this is just what I've observed... is some of the tires by Chinese companies don't seem to dry rot very much. Meaning they tend to last a long time. At least the ones I've seen/had. The worst seems to be Michelin & Goodyear's. The Coopers tout "Silica...
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    Opinion On A Set Of Tires

    The tires which were on my pickup when I bought it (used) were a no-name brand from China. The company was a large company...I looked them up. They were low-ish on tread when I bought the tk, the selling dealership wanted a grand to put on some cheapies, I declined ...lol. I ran the no-namers...
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    Opinion On A Set Of Tires

    How are they giving you such a deal? Are they cost-sharing or something? It's probably a 'wash' between the two tires you listed. If your work is cutting you a deal, guess it can't hurt to try. Just curious if they're also giving you a chance to buy a name brand set with a little more...
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    Opinion On A Set Of Tires

    OTOH... larger tread blocks on the Atlas probably wear longer... even though there is slightly less tread depth, larger tread blocks means fewer air gaps between tread blocks... so maybe it doesn't matter. But smaller tread blocks and more sips generally makes a better snow/winter tire. Just...
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    Opinion On A Set Of Tires

    The treadblocks on the Atlas tires are large...they'd probably be less good in the snow. The Westlakes have a lot more sipes and 1/32" more tread than the Atlas. The tread blocks go all the way too the carcass and are tapered to kick out snow/mud. I'd get those between the two of them. Tread...
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    Opinion On A Set Of Tires

    You're in the mid-to-lower tier of tires with those brands I think. I'm sure they'll work ok. IDK how long the rubber would last. How deep is the tread? Usually with less expensive no-name tires there's a trade-off. Compare their weight to that of other tires, and that there isn't a little less...
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    Hvac resetting itself at startup

    Oh ok. Sorry, I was thinking it 'didn't' revert back. I know that. I was just trying to explain how the HVAC computer does regular calibration stoking of the dampers (electric motors) to each end-point (full open/Full Cloesd) and it the HVAC module ...basically a little computer, determines...
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    Spider Gear Assistance Needed

    Did you go to the Mopar online parts site and plug in your truck' vin? Or have they discontinued them?
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    Not a typical tire question. Load rating/side wall ply questions towing

    You didn't mention if the travel trailers (old & new) are bumper or 5th wheel mount. And tongue weight. And how long of a distance you tow the camper. The argument for a 10-ply (rated) tire is a stiffer sidewall should contribute to better handling. Even when not towing. And cooler running...
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    2010 4.7 knocking/tapping any thought???

    Didn't you say you had a broken exhaust stud? How about removing the Exh manifolds and make sure they're flat....and at least get that resolved (machined or belt-sanded). Just in the outside chance that's what you're hearing?
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    Transmission Woes (and haven't been on in a while)

    OP, you should get ahold of @RamCares . See if they can move things along quicker for you.
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    Hvac resetting itself at startup

    I think he's saying the truck HVAC *doesn't* return to the same settings upon start-up. My truck stays on the setting it was at previously. If it was on AC before, that's what it start up with next time. I'd be looking for a flaked-out hvac blend door actuator, bad grounds to the hvac...
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    Hvac resetting itself at startup

    Do you ever hear it trying to recalibrate (a couple times) after it's shut off? Ideally, if you knew someone with a good scanner which they could look at the HVAC...run it through it's paces, to make sure there isn't a failed damper or broken door (like the inside/outside air blend door or...
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