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Old Oct 15, 2015 | 07:23 AM
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Okay, I'm coming up on my first (for me) oil change and leaning towards Mobil 1 synthetic 5w40. Other than seeing the dealership used mopar bulk CJ-4 15w40, I have no way know what the previous owner used. Recommended diesel engine oils seems all over the board but would like your input regarding what I am considering.
We're talking '14 3500 with a little over 38K.
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Old Oct 17, 2015 | 09:13 PM
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On second thought after seeing so many opinions with regard to fluids, engine oil in particular, I decided best to go to the horses mouth, so to speak. Got all the information needed from Cummins Service Center. Impressed with how helpful they were.
 
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Old Oct 18, 2015 | 10:37 AM
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I run T6 5w40 year round with a Stratapore filter.

Fuel filters I always run Mopar/Fleetguard.

CR parts are expensive and sensitive enough that I could never rationalize saving a few $ by running a sub-standard set of filters.
 
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Old Oct 18, 2015 | 06:34 PM
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Agreed, there are places to save money on maintenance. Fluids, rather it be for engine, xmission, differentials, etc. is not the place, imo.
 
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