Recent Content by rikbakke

yah, the Mopar/nanonet set for 2013-20xx. Stellantis is sure driving up the prices for maintenance and replacement parts…

I usually change my fuel filters at well less than 15k miles. I usually travel for 6k up to 12k trips at a time so I change the filters before a trip where I will cross the filter 15k change interval. I'd rather not deal changing out fuel filters at a campground. But I just changed a set at...

Battery blankets are for squares, man. I believe in displaying my batteries proudly. Replaced my factory set after 5 years with OReilly AGMs made by East Penn. The factory batteries were not AGM as I assumed. I probably won't get AGM for the next set.

I replaced a Shurflo Revolution pump with a Remco -AES pump. The Remco was bad out of the box. Also, the manufacture date on the Remco was at least 3 years earlier than my date of purchase. Freshwatersystems.com gave me a full refund and did not want the pump back - very nice. I bought...

I will run with the tank full all day if I’ll be on tank water for the next stay. My freshwater tank is abount 50 gallons, sitting over the axles. I don’t notice much towing difference with it full.

Just installed Bilstein 4600s on the truck, replacing KYB Monomax shocks. Very similar shocks from what I can tell so far. The monomax had about 45k on em, no leaks, still with good pressure. I just had a recreational maintenance 'feeling' before the new tires installation today with...

I added a '03 OEM double cab fold flat to my '13 Tradesman crew cab. Went in just fine, took some nuts, washers and bolts but looks and behaves like factory. It's just a little short to the front seats when folded down (double cab length fold flat). Came off my father-in-law's '03 3500 after...

I let my 68RFE drain overnight - I think I drained ~1 quart over that 14 hr period. Gave me time to gather thoughts and start fresh in the morning anyway. For me, Geno's or Rockauto.

I replaced the head unit in my Tradesman ~2015 with a nice pioneer unit. The best way to do this is with a well researched and patient DIY effort. Otherwise, find an experienced and well regarded installer (not always easy) near you. My '13 was the first year of the 2500 with the 'Powerbus'...

I have the Michelin's replacement for the LTX - Defender LTX load range E - on the truck now, and I do not like how they wear. Most of my miles are towing a 11,000 lb fifth wheel. And even though I run the RAM heavy load pressures ALL the time (75 PSI front / 80 PSI rear), the outside tread...

I have a 2013 2500 Tradesman and also added the upper glove box - simple as noted above. I also installed an overhead console with the LED map lights. You must cut a hole in the headliner and run a few wires. There's a number of DIY postings on that on the Interweb thing with the parts list...

Just finished an electric drum to hydraulic disc upgrade on my Northwood Fox Mountain fifth wheel. Great, outstanding change. Yes, the hydrastar actuator has a small reservoir. If you’re not careful and consistent during bleeding, you’ll run the reservoir dry and pump air into the lines...

Roger that. Just replaced dealer delivery (2) group 24 batteries with Group 31. Group 31 is the largest footprint 12 clot battery that will fit in those trays. I considered 6v Trojans, but the height gave little vertical clearance on the battery stack. And yes, you gotta make sure the cables...

When you see the minor price difference between replacement dexter brake shoes and brake assemblies, you’ll buy the assemblies. Opinion again - If your axle is an EZ-lube axle. Pack the bearings by hand. Never use the ez lube zerk on the axle. Don’t trust the grease seal feature to contain...

I don't assume and have not experienced an expert level of experience at the dealer oil change racks. ~11 I use the ~$11/gallon Chevron Delo 15w-40 dino-ish oil either purchases and Wallyworld or Costco - and Fleetguard stratapore filters. My father-in-law ran Amzoil with a multi-filter setup...