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Post by johnnybandit on Jun 1, 2024 3:04:03 GMT -5
I work from home most days...
I do have some business trips to Miami, Jacksonville, etc. But if it is farther than that, I usually fly....
My truck is at 99,700 miles... MOST of that is play miles.
I have run it hard, off road every week.... Been on marathon road trips to hang out with bears, eagles, Caracaras etc.
I meticulously maintain it. Best oil, best filters, etc. Do services before they are due. Every bit of maintenance has been done at the same shop. I have known the owner most of my life.
But I have worked it hard.....
Saying all that, I have my first repair issue... The truck has never seen the dealership since the day I bought it.
Now my Service 4 Wheel Drive System warning light is on.
Nothing wants to happen when I hit the buttons for any of the 4 Wheel Drive Modes or the Differential Locks.
I can tinker with it and make it go into 4 wheel drive. And it will work. No grinding, no strange noises.... Everything on the Interweb suggests it is a sensor, connection, or possibly the 4wd control panel on the dash..etc rather than damage to the transfer case, differentials etc....
So I am going to drop it at the Dealership in the morning. It will be the first time the truck has been back to the dealership since the day I bought it.
Still I think right at 100k without a non maintenance repair is pretty good..... Especially the way I drive and the places I go.
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Post by johnnybandit on Jun 1, 2024 3:07:01 GMT -5
Thread title correction... The actual mileage is 99,700 and some change
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Post by cadman on Jun 1, 2024 7:01:24 GMT -5
Do not forget the 5-year mandatory inspection. I have heard they invalidate the warranty if you don't. Your fifth year should be 2026. You have a 60-day window from the purchase date, if my memory is correct. Be sure to take it to the dealership for the inspection within 60 days of the 5-year anniversary of the purchase.
They used to send out a notice, not sure if they still do. I got the 5-year notice, but not the 10 or 15-year notice.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 1, 2024 7:33:10 GMT -5
I have 230,000 miles on my 2004 3500 Ram.
Cummins diesel is purring along. Never anything but Rotella oil changed around every 3000 miles. Doesn’t use a drop of oil. Drove 500 miles the other day. It got just under 26 mpg.
Dodge has a problem with the TIPM corroding that causes some electrical problems. I had a rebuilt TIPM unit and fuse panel installed a while ago.
Anything that could be electrical and seem “mysterious” I would have the TIPM checked.
Good luck
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Post by swampdog on Jun 1, 2024 7:45:39 GMT -5
The key to keeping a vehicle and putting a lot of miles on it is maintenance.
I still have a 2011 Nissan Frontier bumping 265,000 miles. I just had the tranny serviced and will have both the front and rear ends serviced. All the gauges show great performance. A/C works great.
I’m calling it my woods truck and debating if I want to paint it. If I had to, I’d drive it cross country if I needed to.
The dealership will charge an arm and a leg (90+ an hour for labor) but will stand behind their work. I don’t do sensors and had one replaced at the dealership.
Good luck.
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Post by cyclist on Jun 1, 2024 8:28:28 GMT -5
Thats a good long run with no issues Johnny.
Close to 300,000 on my 92 Cummings W250 LE, 222223 on 96 VW Passat TDI, 203500 on VW Jetta TDI and 35500 on my 1922 Chandler Royal Dispatch gasser. All manual shift.
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Post by cadman on Jun 1, 2024 9:06:06 GMT -5
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Post by Stumpy on Jun 1, 2024 9:11:48 GMT -5
2005 Ram 3500 310,000 miles
2002 Toyota Tundra 314,000 miles
I do all routine maintenance and most repair that I'm physically able to perform.
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Post by ferris1248 on Jun 1, 2024 9:20:02 GMT -5
Those are good miles guys. You take care of your vehicle and it'll take care of you.
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Post by Tarponator on Jun 1, 2024 11:35:57 GMT -5
That's a lot of (enjoyable) miles, Johnny!
Mye Tahoe is about to hit 200k. It's a 2005 and is in semi-retirement now -- the GF uses it mostly as a work truck. The F250 is just over 37k miles. It's a 2020. It is now my primary vehicle but most of its miles are towing the RV. Both are maintained regularly have been superb. |
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Post by Captj on Jun 2, 2024 6:37:17 GMT -5
My '06 Dodge 2500HD w/80K miles of mainly boat towing runs like a well oiled machine, which it is. Cosmetically everything has been an issue. Trailering in salt water created some rust issues underneath which I've fixed. Topside, not so much. It will tow my boats for as long as I'm still able. Looks can be deceiving.
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Post by stc1993 on Jun 4, 2024 4:01:44 GMT -5
02 Avalanche around 204k miles on it. Rear end needs looking at again. Had to get it fixed at 78k.
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Post by 1outlaw on Jun 4, 2024 7:59:44 GMT -5
I work from home most days...
I do have some business trips to Miami, Jacksonville, etc. But if it is farther than that, I usually fly....
My truck is at 99,700 miles... MOST of that is play miles.
I have run it hard, off road every week.... Been on marathon road trips to hang out with bears, eagles, Caracaras etc.
I meticulously maintain it. Best oil, best filters, etc. Do services before they are due. Every bit of maintenance has been done at the same shop. I have known the owner most of my life.
But I have worked it hard.....
Saying all that, I have my first repair issue... The truck has never seen the dealership since the day I bought it.
Now my Service 4 Wheel Drive System warning light is on.
Nothing wants to happen when I hit the buttons for any of the 4 Wheel Drive Modes or the Differential Locks.
I can tinker with it and make it go into 4 wheel drive. And it will work. No grinding, no strange noises.... Everything on the Interweb suggests it is a sensor, connection, or possibly the 4wd control panel on the dash..etc rather than damage to the transfer case, differentials etc....
So I am going to drop it at the Dealership in the morning. It will be the first time the truck has been back to the dealership since the day I bought it.
Still I think right at 100k without a non maintenance repair is pretty good..... Especially the way I drive and the places I go.
We have seen issues with Transfer case position sensors and the 4 wheel drive control module. Its plug and play no reprogramming needed. Both straight forward repairs. |
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Post by olmucky on Jun 4, 2024 8:34:00 GMT -5
I have 230,000 miles on my 2004 3500 Ram. Cummins diesel is purring along. Never anything but Rotella oil changed around every 3000 miles. Doesn’t use a drop of oil. Drove 500 miles the other day. It got just under 26 mpg. Dodge has a problem with the TIPM corroding that causes some electrical problems. I had a rebuilt TIPM unit and fuse panel installed a while ago. Anything that could be electrical and seem “mysterious” I would have the TIPM checked. Good luck 26 is impressive What speed? What wheels/tire sizes? |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 4, 2024 9:01:59 GMT -5
It’s a dually with stock 17” tires. Mostly about 65-70 mph. It has Cummins power but I believe it’s equipped with a stock chip not a power chip. I believe it has about a 383 rear end. 2 wheel drive. I don’t off road so 4wd is just one more thing to go wrong.
I think great mileage with this engine is the norm but my vehicle may be exceptionally good.
I remember about 150,000 miles it suddenly started getting a little better mileage. I asked a Cummins factory mechanic why. He told me that it just broke in.
I hope to never own another diesel other than a Cummins. I’m totally impressed by how well it runs.
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Post by tampaspicer on Jun 4, 2024 9:22:26 GMT -5
I have 230,000 miles on my 2004 3500 Ram. Cummins diesel is purring along. Never anything but Rotella oil changed around every 3000 miles. Doesn’t use a drop of oil. Drove 500 miles the other day. It got just under 26 mpg. Dodge has a problem with the TIPM corroding that causes some electrical problems. I had a rebuilt TIPM unit and fuse panel installed a while ago. Anything that could be electrical and seem “mysterious” I would have the TIPM checked. Good luck Probably one of the best trucks Dodge ever built. Their diesels are great trucks but not so much with their gas ones. |
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Post by olmucky on Jun 4, 2024 9:31:42 GMT -5
It’s a dually with stock 17” tires. Mostly about 65-70 mph. It has Cummins power but I believe it’s equipped with a stock chip not a power chip. I believe it has about a 383 rear end. 2 wheel drive. I don’t off road so 4wd is just one more thing to go wrong. I think great mileage with this engine is the norm but my vehicle may be exceptionally good. I remember about 150,000 miles it suddenly started getting a little better mileage. I asked a Cummins factory mechanic why. He told me that it just broke in. I hope to never own another diesel other than a Cummins. I’m totally impressed by how well it runs. If I recall Cummins makes badass marine diesel engines that are extremely efficient. Congrats on the truck. My 250 gasser with 35’s gets 16mph at 63-65 mph |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 4, 2024 9:48:22 GMT -5
I have 230,000 miles on my 2004 3500 Ram. Cummins diesel is purring along. Never anything but Rotella oil changed around every 3000 miles. Doesn’t use a drop of oil. Drove 500 miles the other day. It got just under 26 mpg. Dodge has a problem with the TIPM corroding that causes some electrical problems. I had a rebuilt TIPM unit and fuse panel installed a while ago. Anything that could be electrical and seem “mysterious” I would have the TIPM checked. Good luck Probably one of the best trucks Dodge ever built. Their diesels are great trucks but not so much with their gas ones. When I was a youngster I owned an auto wrecking yard. I watched as all of the 10 year old Chrysler products came in with their bodies rusting off. So when I bought this truck I had the best undercoat available done on it. It needs inner and outer rocker panels but other than that it’s pretty solid. I intend to have it restored by a body shop and have the drivers seat reupholstered ( my fat ass has worn it out) and drive it until I die. I am shopping for another one for my woman to drive. She loves big trucks ( drives an Silverado dually now that is about 26’ long) and for putting up with me she deserves anything she wants. Chrysler had one good gas motor. That old slant 6 was a wonderful engine. They ran forever. |
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Post by slough on Jun 4, 2024 10:10:43 GMT -5
Probably one of the best trucks Dodge ever built. Their diesels are great trucks but not so much with their gas ones. When I was a youngster I owned an auto wrecking yard. I watched as all of the 10 year old Chrysler products came in with their bodies rusting off. So when I bought this truck I had the best undercoat available done on it. It needs inner and outer rocker panels but other than that it’s pretty solid. I intend to have it restored by a body shop and have the drivers seat reupholstered ( my fat ass has worn it out) and drive it until I die. I am shopping for another one for my woman to drive. She loves big trucks ( drives an Silverado dually now that is about 26’ long) and for putting up with me she deserves anything she wants. Chrysler had one good gas motor. That old slant 6 was a wonderful engine. They ran forever. The 318 and 360 were also great engines. |
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Post by tampaspicer on Jun 4, 2024 10:28:16 GMT -5
Probably one of the best trucks Dodge ever built. Their diesels are great trucks but not so much with their gas ones. When I was a youngster I owned an auto wrecking yard. I watched as all of the 10 year old Chrysler products came in with their bodies rusting off. So when I bought this truck I had the best undercoat available done on it. It needs inner and outer rocker panels but other than that it’s pretty solid. I intend to have it restored by a body shop and have the drivers seat reupholstered ( my fat ass has worn it out) and drive it until I die. I am shopping for another one for my woman to drive. She loves big trucks ( drives an Silverado dually now that is about 26’ long) and for putting up with me she deserves anything she wants. Chrysler had one good gas motor. That old slant 6 was a wonderful engine. They ran forever. I had a 1500 with the last 318 they put in trucks. Motor was solid but the rest of the truck was a POS  |
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Post by luapnor on Jun 4, 2024 12:45:02 GMT -5
Which transfer case? The Borg Warner 44-44 (which has 4Auto) or the 44-45? I am going there next Tuesday, which part do you need?
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Post by johngalt on Jun 4, 2024 13:03:32 GMT -5
That's a lot of (enjoyable) miles, Johnny!
Mye Tahoe is about to hit 200k. It's a 2005 and is in semi-retirement now -- the GF uses it mostly as a work truck. The F250 is just over 37k miles. It's a 2020. It is now my primary vehicle but most of its miles are towing the RV. Both are maintained regularly have been superb. Is it a diesel? If so keep a close eye on the regen system. |
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Post by 1outlaw on Jun 5, 2024 10:52:35 GMT -5
That's a lot of (enjoyable) miles, Johnny!
Mye Tahoe is about to hit 200k. It's a 2005 and is in semi-retirement now -- the GF uses it mostly as a work truck. The F250 is just over 37k miles. It's a 2020. It is now my primary vehicle but most of its miles are towing the RV. Both are maintained regularly have been superb. Is it a diesel? If so keep a close eye on the regen system. All of the diesels have DEF issues. Not 1 single manufacturer has been able to get rid of that headache. Its the number 1 repair on them. The best repair is too delete it lol |
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Post by tampaspicer on Jun 5, 2024 10:58:10 GMT -5
Is it a diesel? If so keep a close eye on the regen system. All of the diesels have DEF issues. Not 1 single manufacturer has been able to get rid of that headache. Its the number 1 repair on them. The best repair is too delete it lol Yeap I know of several people that did |
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Post by slough on Jun 5, 2024 12:05:14 GMT -5
Is it a diesel? If so keep a close eye on the regen system. All of the diesels have DEF issues. Not 1 single manufacturer has been able to get rid of that headache. Its the number 1 repair on them. The best repair is too delete it lol Can become very thin ice. |
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Post by johnnybandit on Jun 6, 2024 0:06:55 GMT -5
I work from home most days...
I do have some business trips to Miami, Jacksonville, etc. But if it is farther than that, I usually fly....
My truck is at 99,700 miles... MOST of that is play miles.
I have run it hard, off road every week.... Been on marathon road trips to hang out with bears, eagles, Caracaras etc.
I meticulously maintain it. Best oil, best filters, etc. Do services before they are due. Every bit of maintenance has been done at the same shop. I have known the owner most of my life.
But I have worked it hard.....
Saying all that, I have my first repair issue... The truck has never seen the dealership since the day I bought it.
Now my Service 4 Wheel Drive System warning light is on.
Nothing wants to happen when I hit the buttons for any of the 4 Wheel Drive Modes or the Differential Locks.
I can tinker with it and make it go into 4 wheel drive. And it will work. No grinding, no strange noises.... Everything on the Interweb suggests it is a sensor, connection, or possibly the 4wd control panel on the dash..etc rather than damage to the transfer case, differentials etc....
So I am going to drop it at the Dealership in the morning. It will be the first time the truck has been back to the dealership since the day I bought it.
Still I think right at 100k without a non maintenance repair is pretty good..... Especially the way I drive and the places I go.
We have seen issues with Transfer case position sensors and the 4 wheel drive control module. Its plug and play no reprogramming needed. Both straight forward repairs. Seems to be the Actuator........ Should be repaired first of the week. |
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Post by richm on Jun 6, 2024 5:35:47 GMT -5
2021 Taco w just over 45k
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Post by Deleted on Jun 6, 2024 7:45:15 GMT -5
My Ram is in the shop getting AC work done. I miss her😢
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Post by cadman on Jun 6, 2024 7:47:47 GMT -5
My Ram is in the shop getting AC work done. I miss her😢 So is mine. Bad compressor, waiting on warranty to approve replacement. |
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Post by tonyroma on Jun 6, 2024 7:50:34 GMT -5
My Ram is in the shop getting AC work done. I miss her😢 So is mine. Bad compressor, waiting on warranty to approve replacement. Dude, you are killing them on that warranty, they must hate seeing you walk through the day🤣🤣🤣 |
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