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by mbrolin
Mon Feb 21, 2022 1:49 pm
Forum: Tow Vehicle
Topic: Engine Pulse or Surge Issue
Replies: 4
Views: 816

Re: Engine Pulse or Surge Issue

Could be the fuel control actuator (FCA) It controls the fuel output for the CP3 fuel pump
by mbrolin
Sun May 10, 2020 11:53 am
Forum: Tow Vehicle
Topic: New Truck Tires?
Replies: 6
Views: 1738

Re: New Truck Tires?

On my other Ram SRW with Cummins I kept the front at 80psi but dropped the rears to 45psi Loaded all would be 80psi I now have a dually and really haven't changed the air pressure yet The door sticker shows for max weight of 14k lbs 80 front and 65 rear. Some would argue that it should be 80 at the ...
by mbrolin
Sat May 09, 2020 3:35 pm
Forum: Tow Vehicle
Topic: New Truck Tires?
Replies: 6
Views: 1738

Re: New Truck Tires?

Ive had my best wear and mileage with Michelin all-season tires. I also changed the air pressure towing at max psi and lowering when mt
by mbrolin
Mon Apr 15, 2019 5:41 pm
Forum: Tow Vehicle
Topic: New tow rig
Replies: 3
Views: 1579

Re: New tow rig

Its granite crystal metallic. Relatively common color at dealers in this area. Actually matches the stripe scheme on the 5er real good. Im getting a bad case of STS ( short timer syndrome) Almost a month away from retiring. Cant wait for the Sisters and Santa Fe get togethers.
by mbrolin
Sun Apr 14, 2019 5:34 pm
Forum: Tow Vehicle
Topic: New tow rig
Replies: 3
Views: 1579

New tow rig

I had already posted about our new Cardinal. Any one who RVs know that one thing all ways leads to another. Drove home a new rig yesterday. 2018 Ram Laramie CC Dually. Has the Aisin tranny and 4.10 gears. I would have preferred the 3.73 gears but 2018 Ram truck selection is dwindling. The new config...
by mbrolin
Sat Sep 23, 2017 9:49 pm
Forum: Tow Vehicle
Topic: Dodge Truck Recall
Replies: 4
Views: 2783

Re: Dodge Truck Recall

There is a possibility the water pump bearing may seize causing the serpentine belt to slip and heat up. I have read of a few Cummins owners having to replace there water pump due to failure with a relatively few miles on the truck. The water pump is a Cummins installed part and not FCA even though ...
by mbrolin
Thu Jul 23, 2015 6:35 pm
Forum: Cardinal/Blue Ridge Market Place
Topic: New Dometic 15k AC Unit for sale
Replies: 3
Views: 3653

Re: New Dometic 15k AC Unit for sale

Yes the unit is still available.
by mbrolin
Fri Jun 26, 2015 8:57 pm
Forum: Tow Vehicle
Topic: Diesel Newbee
Replies: 13
Views: 5825

Re: Diesel Newbee

My 2014 Ram has a def gauge. When it gets down to just above a half on the gauge it will take 2.5 gals. Bought the truck last August and with 6k miles empty and towing I have only added 5 gals. I plan on carrying a 2.5 gal of def along on our trip next week but as was posted def is readily available...
by mbrolin
Fri Jun 19, 2015 7:47 pm
Forum: Tow Vehicle
Topic: Payload of your DRW Trucks
Replies: 46
Views: 16457

Re: Payload of your DRW Trucks

According to the Ram 2014 specs for a crew cab 4x4 long bed DRW Cummins HD w/aisin tranny - GVW= 14000, Payload= 5430 and GCVW= 32000. My 2014 SRW has a GVW= 12,300, Payload = 4380 and GCVW = 25000. According to my calculations I could ditch my 3025 and pull a 3450. Of course I would be doing this s...
by mbrolin
Sun May 17, 2015 1:26 pm
Forum: Cardinal/Blue Ridge Market Place
Topic: New Dometic 15k AC Unit for sale
Replies: 3
Views: 3653

New Dometic 15k AC Unit for sale

We purchased our Blue Ridge in January of 2014. In February of 2014 I had the dealer install a Dometic 15k AC/Heat pump unit. They had no use for the 15k unit that came with the 5er so I have had it sitting in the garage since then. This is a model # 991763117 and includes the thermostat. I know the...
by mbrolin
Sun Sep 07, 2014 6:40 am
Forum: Tow Vehicle
Topic: Purchased a new Ram
Replies: 38
Views: 12929

Re: Purchased a new Ram

Took a drive up to Tacoma, Wa to visit our daughter last weekend. Averaged 19.4 mpg empty with mostly freeway driving. :d We are heading over to the coast next weekend with the 5er to help get the Cummins broke in. Really love this truck! Be glad to see how this thing pulls plus I want to hit the sc...
by mbrolin
Fri Aug 29, 2014 7:28 pm
Forum: Tow Vehicle
Topic: 2013 Chevy 3500 Dually
Replies: 88
Views: 23961

Re: 2013 Chevy 3500 Dually

Good deal! Replacing the turbo is an expensive ordeal. I know my new truck will not be messed with. Any changes will be picked up by the ECM and cannot be erased.
by mbrolin
Wed Aug 27, 2014 6:18 am
Forum: Tow Vehicle
Topic: Purchased a new Ram
Replies: 38
Views: 12929

Re: Purchased a new Ram

No Mike. Didn't have to with this one. =)) I forgot all about that. I still have the wheel to wheel running boards coming along with a chrome bug shield, stainless sill plates , mud flaps and vent shades for the door glass. Told the dealer that I wasn't going to spend more money to add accessories s...
by mbrolin
Tue Aug 26, 2014 7:47 pm
Forum: Tow Vehicle
Topic: Purchased a new Ram
Replies: 38
Views: 12929

Re: Purchased a new Ram

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Picked it up today!
by mbrolin
Thu Aug 21, 2014 9:32 pm
Forum: Tow Vehicle
Topic: Purchased a new Ram
Replies: 38
Views: 12929

Re: Purchased a new Ram

Stopped at the dealer on the way home from work. They have located another truck. Seems they had the idea that I wanted only one particular color. Straightened that out real quick. Will find out Friday when they expect the truck. Because of Sandys work schedule we wont be able to take delivery until...