I'm Finally A Dodge Owner-'99 Ram Sport 4x4 Pics Inside
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That's awesome, I'm happy for you finding the truck you really wanted. You might wanna get wider wheels. Those tires look like 295 or even 305s which is a lot of tire for 7" rims. Or just get a new set of 285 or 265s on there which are alot cheaper. Stock size is 245 btw. As far as tune-up, it sounds like you're getting amazing mileage for a lifted truck with big tires! I'm a little skeptical if that's truly accurate. Do you have a overhead computer or did you hand calculate it? Anyway, if that's truly the mileage, then a tune-up is not in order. Go ahead and have it all checked out, but it's running tip top to get that mileage. After-market mufflers are typically stamped with the brand name, if you're wondering. Also, keep an ear out for detonation or pinging and an eye on the oil level. Common problem is to lose the intake pan gasket and oil loss and bad pinging will occur. But again, with your mpg, that's highly unlikely right now. Just food for thought. Also with the sythetic oil, you may notice some drips or leaks because it doesn't clog up like dino oil does. Now, go enjoy your new baby!
That's awesome, I'm happy for you finding the truck you really wanted. You might wanna get wider wheels. Those tires look like 295 or even 305s which is a lot of tire for 7" rims. Or just get a new set of 285 or 265s on there which are alot cheaper. Stock size is 245 btw. As far as tune-up, it sounds like you're getting amazing mileage for a lifted truck with big tires! I'm a little skeptical if that's truly accurate. Do you have a overhead computer or did you hand calculate it? Anyway, if that's truly the mileage, then a tune-up is not in order. Go ahead and have it all checked out, but it's running tip top to get that mileage. After-market mufflers are typically stamped with the brand name, if you're wondering. Also, keep an ear out for detonation or pinging and an eye on the oil level. Common problem is to lose the intake pan gasket and oil loss and bad pinging will occur. But again, with your mpg, that's highly unlikely right now. Just food for thought. Also with the sythetic oil, you may notice some drips or leaks because it doesn't clog up like dino oil does. Now, go enjoy your new baby!
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Right, that's very smart to do because you just never know. . . . Change all fluids like gear oil 80w-90 in the rear, 75w-90 in the front, ATF in the transfer case, and whatever they recommend for your auto. I have a manual, so I only use Mopar in my tranny. Test the track bar too because with that many miles, it may be loose. Any movement is bad. Grease all tie rods and ball joints. And I wonder if there's some type of tuner on it. It's just freakin' amazing that you can get 16mpg with a 360 in a 4x4 and 305s. I can't even get that on the hwy. I would have the mechanic inspect the plugs and cap, etc. but if they look ok, I wouldn't replace them because you may mess up that awesome mileage.
When you find out what's in there, let us know so we can join you in achieving this heavenly combination!
When you find out what's in there, let us know so we can join you in achieving this heavenly combination!
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ORIGINAL: blkbaretta
Thanks a lot. Yeah the tires are 305/70/R16 on the stock wheels so after I can save up enough money I'm gonna try and find some 16x10 wheels. I think that will make it look even better. Thanks for the tips on the oil, I'll definitely keep an eye out. As for the mileage, I hand calculated a little over 16 last timeand the overhead is saying about 16.3, which was a little off. I myself am amazed at the mileage, but I don't drive too hard and I try and keep my foot out of it as much as possible. I don't think it's in a bad need of a tune up, I just want someone who knows more about what they're doing to give it a once over. Hopefully most everything will check out okay.
ORIGINAL: Ramman18
That's awesome, I'm happy for you finding the truck you really wanted. You might wanna get wider wheels. Those tires look like 295 or even 305s which is a lot of tire for 7" rims. Or just get a new set of 285 or 265s on there which are alot cheaper. Stock size is 245 btw. As far as tune-up, it sounds like you're getting amazing mileage for a lifted truck with big tires! I'm a little skeptical if that's truly accurate. Do you have a overhead computer or did you hand calculate it? Anyway, if that's truly the mileage, then a tune-up is not in order. Go ahead and have it all checked out, but it's running tip top to get that mileage. After-market mufflers are typically stamped with the brand name, if you're wondering. Also, keep an ear out for detonation or pinging and an eye on the oil level. Common problem is to lose the intake pan gasket and oil loss and bad pinging will occur. But again, with your mpg, that's highly unlikely right now. Just food for thought. Also with the sythetic oil, you may notice some drips or leaks because it doesn't clog up like dino oil does. Now, go enjoy your new baby!
That's awesome, I'm happy for you finding the truck you really wanted. You might wanna get wider wheels. Those tires look like 295 or even 305s which is a lot of tire for 7" rims. Or just get a new set of 285 or 265s on there which are alot cheaper. Stock size is 245 btw. As far as tune-up, it sounds like you're getting amazing mileage for a lifted truck with big tires! I'm a little skeptical if that's truly accurate. Do you have a overhead computer or did you hand calculate it? Anyway, if that's truly the mileage, then a tune-up is not in order. Go ahead and have it all checked out, but it's running tip top to get that mileage. After-market mufflers are typically stamped with the brand name, if you're wondering. Also, keep an ear out for detonation or pinging and an eye on the oil level. Common problem is to lose the intake pan gasket and oil loss and bad pinging will occur. But again, with your mpg, that's highly unlikely right now. Just food for thought. Also with the sythetic oil, you may notice some drips or leaks because it doesn't clog up like dino oil does. Now, go enjoy your new baby!
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Right, that's very smart to do because you just never know. . . . Change all fluids like gear oil 80w-90 in the rear, 75w-90 in the front, ATF in the transfer case, and whatever they recommend for your auto. I have a manual, so I only use Mopar in my tranny. Test the track bar too because with that many miles, it may be loose. Any movement is bad. Grease all tie rods and ball joints. And I wonder if there's some type of tuner on it. It's just freakin' amazing that you can get 16mpg with a 360 in a 4x4 and 305s. I can't even get that on the hwy. I would have the mechanic inspect the plugs and cap, etc. but if they look ok, I wouldn't replace them because you may mess up that awesome mileage. When you find out what's in there, let us know so we can join you in achieving this heavenly combination!
Right, that's very smart to do because you just never know. . . . Change all fluids like gear oil 80w-90 in the rear, 75w-90 in the front, ATF in the transfer case, and whatever they recommend for your auto. I have a manual, so I only use Mopar in my tranny. Test the track bar too because with that many miles, it may be loose. Any movement is bad. Grease all tie rods and ball joints. And I wonder if there's some type of tuner on it. It's just freakin' amazing that you can get 16mpg with a 360 in a 4x4 and 305s. I can't even get that on the hwy. I would have the mechanic inspect the plugs and cap, etc. but if they look ok, I wouldn't replace them because you may mess up that awesome mileage.
When you find out what's in there, let us know so we can join you in achieving this heavenly combination!
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Make sure if you're going to buy wheels that are 3 inches wider that they have 3 inches more back spacing to accomidate the width.
ORIGINAL: blkbaretta
Thanks a lot. Yeah the tires are 305/70/R16 on the stock wheels so after I can save up enough money I'm gonna try and find some 16x10 wheels. I think that will make it look even better. Thanks for the tips on the oil, I'll definitely keep an eye out. As for the mileage, I hand calculated a little over 16 last timeand the overhead is saying about 16.3, which was a little off. I myself am amazed at the mileage, but I don't drive too hard and I try and keep my foot out of it as much as possible. I don't think it's in a bad need of a tune up, I just want someone who knows more about what they're doing to give it a once over. Hopefully most everything will check out okay.
ORIGINAL: Ramman18
That's awesome, I'm happy for you finding the truck you really wanted. You might wanna get wider wheels. Those tires look like 295 or even 305s which is a lot of tire for 7" rims. Or just get a new set of 285 or 265s on there which are alot cheaper. Stock size is 245 btw. As far as tune-up, it sounds like you're getting amazing mileage for a lifted truck with big tires! I'm a little skeptical if that's truly accurate. Do you have a overhead computer or did you hand calculate it? Anyway, if that's truly the mileage, then a tune-up is not in order. Go ahead and have it all checked out, but it's running tip top to get that mileage. After-market mufflers are typically stamped with the brand name, if you're wondering. Also, keep an ear out for detonation or pinging and an eye on the oil level. Common problem is to lose the intake pan gasket and oil loss and bad pinging will occur. But again, with your mpg, that's highly unlikely right now. Just food for thought. Also with the sythetic oil, you may notice some drips or leaks because it doesn't clog up like dino oil does. Now, go enjoy your new baby!
That's awesome, I'm happy for you finding the truck you really wanted. You might wanna get wider wheels. Those tires look like 295 or even 305s which is a lot of tire for 7" rims. Or just get a new set of 285 or 265s on there which are alot cheaper. Stock size is 245 btw. As far as tune-up, it sounds like you're getting amazing mileage for a lifted truck with big tires! I'm a little skeptical if that's truly accurate. Do you have a overhead computer or did you hand calculate it? Anyway, if that's truly the mileage, then a tune-up is not in order. Go ahead and have it all checked out, but it's running tip top to get that mileage. After-market mufflers are typically stamped with the brand name, if you're wondering. Also, keep an ear out for detonation or pinging and an eye on the oil level. Common problem is to lose the intake pan gasket and oil loss and bad pinging will occur. But again, with your mpg, that's highly unlikely right now. Just food for thought. Also with the sythetic oil, you may notice some drips or leaks because it doesn't clog up like dino oil does. Now, go enjoy your new baby!