โJul-19-2016 10:43 AM
โJul-25-2016 12:18 PM
โJul-25-2016 09:09 AM
CampingN.C. wrote:Sport45 wrote:CampingN.C. wrote:
I'll continue to go by the ink and paper book that's in my glove box.
Look at page 651 in that 2015 owner's manual. ๐
I'd get right on that except my book stops at page 296. :h
โJul-25-2016 04:43 AM
4BIGAL wrote:
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When building a truck on the Ram site they offer 3 different alternator amperage options. What reasons would a person select one of these different options?
โJul-24-2016 05:59 PM
โJul-24-2016 03:27 PM
Sport45 wrote:CampingN.C. wrote:
I'll continue to go by the ink and paper book that's in my glove box.
Look at page 651 in that 2015 owner's manual. ๐
โJul-23-2016 05:31 PM
Sport45 wrote:cummins2014 wrote:IdaD wrote:
I got the text from the towing section of the manual. It's probably somewhat contradictory because different people were responsible for different sections. It's probably academic and makes little difference how you break the truck in.
Totally unable to find any mention in towing section or otherwise of any 500 mile caution on break-in on a 2014 6.7 Cummins . It looks to me like 2015 manual is identical to my 2014. If you could please reference a page number on this it would be great . So I can stand corrected . Thanks.
Look at page 600 in your 2014 Owner's Manual.
โJul-23-2016 05:55 AM
โJul-23-2016 01:22 AM
cummins2014 wrote:IdaD wrote:
I got the text from the towing section of the manual. It's probably somewhat contradictory because different people were responsible for different sections. It's probably academic and makes little difference how you break the truck in.
Totally unable to find any mention in towing section or otherwise of any 500 mile caution on break-in on a 2014 6.7 Cummins . It looks to me like 2015 manual is identical to my 2014. If you could please reference a page number on this it would be great . So I can stand corrected . Thanks.
โJul-23-2016 01:18 AM
CampingN.C. wrote:
I'll continue to go by the ink and paper book that's in my glove box.
โJul-22-2016 11:58 PM
cummins2014 wrote:IdaD wrote:CampingN.C. wrote:
Per the owners manual on my 15, there is no break in period at all. It can be used to tow day one.
We just went to Tennessee this past weekend and it was the first time I've locked out 6th with the cruise on, it does make it better in the hills. Every other trip it'll cruise at 65-68mph in 6th. I'm still amazed at the power every time we go out.
Copy/Paste from your manual:
CAUTION!:
Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles (805 km) the new vehicle is driven. The engine, axle or other parts could be damaged.
Then, during the first 500 miles (805 km) that a trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and do not make starts at full throttle. This helps the engine and other parts of the vehicle wear in at the heavier loads.
Probably not a big deal but there is a break in period.
There is nothing in my manual on a 2014 Ram Cummins ABOUT the first 500 miles as you stated. Not sure what manual you have been reading .
Quote per my manual page 153 : " The Cummins turbocharged Diesel engine does not require a break-in period due to its construction. Normal operation is allowed, providing the following recommendations are followed :
* Warm up the engine before placing it under load
* Do not operate the engine at idle for prolonged periods
* Use the appropriate transmission gear to prevent engine lugging
* Observe vehicle oil pressure and temperature indicators
* Check the coolant and oil levels frequently
* Vary throttle position at highway speeds when carrying or towing significant weight.
NOTE :
Light duty operation such as light trailer towing or no load operation will extend the time before the engine is at full efficiency . Reduced fuel economy and power may be seen at this time.
* Because of the construction of the Cummins turbocharged diesel engine, engine run-in is enhanced by loaded operating conditions which allow the engine parts to achieve final finish and fit during the first 6,000 miles ( 10,000 km )
No caution whatsoever in my manual about any 500 mile break-in. Must have been in a Ford manual :B
โJul-22-2016 10:40 AM
CampingN.C. wrote:
I'll continue to go by the ink and paper book that's in my glove box.
โJul-22-2016 10:26 AM
โJul-22-2016 06:19 AM
cummins2014 wrote:
Totally unable to find any mention in towing section or otherwise of any 500 mile caution on break-in on a 2014 6.7 Cummins . It looks to me like 2015 manual is identical to my 2014. If you could please reference a page number on this it would be great . So I can stand corrected . Thanks.
โJul-21-2016 02:29 PM
4BIGAL wrote:
My snowmobile trailer is only a 2 place enclosed so no biggie. Our Coachmen is 36.7', F350 is 20.6' and I have a long hitch shank that I figures adds about 12". its a long train.
I don't usually do my own oil changes. But I do change the oil in my truck every 3000 miles. I read that the Cummins can go 10000 miles between oil changes. Is this accurate? How often do people change the oil & filter and also fuel filters? Approx. what is the cost to have these changed? I know a lot of people say if you have to ask you shouldn't bother but I am a planner and would hate to get into this ignorant. My V10 get 7.5 towing and 12 empty. My research shows that I could see 11 towing and 17 empty. My commute to work is 11 miles @ 60 mph. Is this doable? Thanks!