Recent Content by GrantP

I'll second the Mopar. About 70k since install and zero issues.

I just heard that Tim Kuniskis is back from retirement and is now CEO of the Ram brand. That's good news in my book.

I have about 110k on my gates belt/tensioner combo if that makes you feel any better. No issues.

I have Air Tags in my vehicles for this purpose. They work well enough and the price is right. It does depend on other cell phone users being nearby with bluetooth enabled, but your thief probably has a cell phone in his pocket...

I went with Grundy on a friends recommendation. As cheap as they were I didn't bother to shop around.

You might consider getting classic car insurance on the truck. I pay $10 a month for the insurance on my 82 Jeep and that eliminates the emissions test in AZ. Doing a quick search I didn't see anything that excluded diesel vehicles from that exemption.

Four years on the originals, quality replacements of various brands including optima/interstate/NAPA etc die in 3 years like clockwork. I blame Phoenix heat.

Add another user who's done it solo... Even if you don't want to do it yourself you don't really need a "diesel" mechanic for this. Any competent shop could handle it.

I think you'll be upside down for a long time if you buy new wheels to save a few bucks on tires. You may be able to pick up the OEM 17" aluminum wheels for much less. They are high quality and fit perfectly.

I have the same truck, the three "blocks" you're referring to are part of the OE spring pack.

Judging from your pics, it sure looks like the Rough Country 3" lift. https://www.roughcountry.com/dodge-suspension-lift-kit-343c.html?find=2006-dodge-ram-2500-4wd-736583#154=587

I got a laugh out of that one. Excellent advice no matter what the profession. :D

I'd second John's comment on double checking for a fallen needle bearing. That REALLY looks to be the case from the picture.

Did you check the axle shaft u-joints? A bad u-joint in the front axle will bind during a turn and make the truck feel like it's in 4wd with a similar "lurch" feeling. Jack up the front end and rotate each of the front tires with the wheels turned. If that's the problem you won't notice any bind...