clayc_989

If he's talking about deleting the DPF, I'm quite curious as to why that would have any major impact on oil life. Even if it did increase your life by 20% I wouldn't even begin to go anything over 10,000 miles. That's stretching it to begin with in my opinion. On my common rail engines, 5,000 miles is the typical oil life for my trucks. The older HUEI (sp?) Powerstrokes and the Cummings before '03, I'd go 3,000. hts a different story in its own right. Either way I'm not saying he's right or wrong as this is not a benefit I've been aware of. As for the other info, I'm going to PM you as the nature of the post goes against federal regulations and I'm not going to put the forum in such a position to talk about said things.

A perfect candidate for a lil' murdering. Is it 4x4?

I've been on the Nation for a while, since they sold out I haven't been on much. The .org kinda rubs me the wrong way... I'm liking that dually, I really should have gotten one when I ordered my new one but then again, they're no fun on oil field roads.

I would be very surprised if the tires on it now were not at least 33". That's about the typical size for a 3/4 or 1 ton now-a-days. You're planning on leveling it out which would put you in the range of a 35" tire. (Which I believe will fit in an unleveled Dodge of that generation with a bit of trimming on the fender liner.) As far as engine mods are concerned, does your vehicle need to pass emissions inspections? If so, you're going to be very limited in what you can and cannot do. I know the DPF will kill the mileage that the Cummins is capable of. 14mpg on the lie-other-meter is not a good sign. Anyways, if you'd like some more info, I'd be glad to help ya out with what I can. I think that color of Dodge is the sharpest they've come out with in a long time.

Dry is an understatement.

If you ever get in a bind and need something, a mixture of soap and water can be used. I'd prefer that over any oil / solvent not designed for heated applications. Some of those chemicals can become quite toxic when heated.

I couldn't help myself here...Been there done that, the older they get doesn't seem to help the cause. At least in my case... Of course, that is if I'm correct in assuming you're on the lines of car care in her eyes. To the OP's plight, just let her know that its something that is a hobby, and that's it. It may be a bit time consuming but if you get your routine down, there's going to be plenty more time for her than the car....

Looking good. I like the clean lines on the tint on those window edge shots.

If I didn't know any different, I would have to guess that thing was taken off road through some heavy brush to make all those scratches. That's a crazy job you did!

I'd like to know if any of their locally elected officials have taken pay cuts or layoffs too. It seems ridiculous to me that they would disband such public services, if they were keeping budgets full for their jobs. Its a sad situation for many, I hope they can find a silver lining in those storm clouds ahead.

They tried using them in Albuquerque a year or so ago and have since gotten rid of them. I think the big argument was that the camera, as a witness was not a sanctioned law enforcement officer as the company responsible for the cameras was not the police. The tickets were to be paid online or by mail to a company out of state. When it was all said and done, someone said they weren't a valid ticket, and people quit paying. It cost the city more to have them than what they produced in terms of ticketing revenue.

This may be a long shot, and I'm no expert on washing an engine as I've never done it but..... I know an older guy that (says he) washes his wedding machines down with baking soda and water. Now, the introduction of water in the armature is no bueno at all. However if allowed to dry, there is no real damage. Mine have been the victims of rain a time or two, they just have to dry thoroughly before even thinking about welding with them. If the engine wiring was not subject to extreme situations where corrosion would be evident, could it be possible to take the battery out, cover your filters and larger electrical devices ( alternator, fuse box, etc) and lightly mist the engine down with water? Of course things would need to be dried and let dry for a few days at least. I know you don't want to introduce water but I couldn't imagine being able to get it all out without water. I'm not sure what baking soda would do to wiring over time if left alone. Anyways, that's just a thought. Hope you can find a fairly painless solution to your problem.

I wish I had the skills to tint...it definitely takes a lot of practice. I was there 'helping' the guy do my windshield and its really come out to me as an art. Good job on them cars!

Exactly my thought. My parents had their cars tinted at what I'm assuming is 20% on the front windows and its a noticeably different color. If you're gonna tint that way make sure it matches 100% or go nice and dark so the difference is less noticeable. Dark tint isn't bad at night, at least to me. Especially on newer vehicles that have vastly brighter reverse / brake lights. Plus down here where its already hitting 90+ in April, dark tint or shade is a necessity to keep the interior of your vehicle nice.

10-4. I hear ya on the truck part, its a pain keeping everything nice 100% of the time. Do like the idea of only correcting completely once a year....might have to get me another bucket.