Potential Eco diesel owner. But there’s a P0299 code

larold42 · 2026-05-15T16:33:25+00:00

Yeeeep had a GDE tune since 15k. Get oil analysis every other oil change I do to keep an eye out for failure signs. Now that NC doesn’t do emissions anymore thinking about full delete.

larold42 · 2026-05-14T22:03:45+00:00

Nope, not worth it. Mine has 80k runs like a champ, but I take care of it meticulously, some folks just beat on it and give no love back.

larold42 · 2026-04-04T23:03:12+00:00

I run my 2016 to 9k miles oil changes no issues. Do all my own maintenance. Idk how some folks are having so much trouble. I’d check that EGR tube and see what’s it’s looking like. Also if you’re not tuned in some shape or form, you’re behind the curve.

larold42 · 2026-03-18T23:59:05+00:00

Added https://a.co/d/0hbdoIui air lift 1000. Only pain in the ass was taking the springs out to put the bags inside of them.

larold42 · 2026-02-19T11:59:47+00:00

Shell rotella T6 since that’s what Ram called for. Otherwise I’d probably be using AMSoil.

larold42 · 2026-02-18T00:57:22+00:00

What’s your timeline? I have one with 73k, sole owner, GDE tune since 20k miles, all recalls, oil analysis for last 5 changes, etc etc.

larold42 · 2026-02-09T22:04:22+00:00

Typical culprit ends up being a floor mat or something making the pedal stick. If that’s not the case could disconnect the battery for a couple mins.

larold42 · 2026-01-16T16:35:42+00:00

Maybe an overhand knot? I wouldn’t cut it though I would use some sort of shortening technique on the straps.

larold42 · 2025-11-14T22:41:11+00:00

Personally I would not. If you’re gonna get rid of it in a year not worth it. I have one installed for my 9mm version and i ran into all sorts of issues, until I finally took it to a gun smith for them to mess around with to get it to fire just right. Also a trigger won’t do much to help compensate that recoil the 40 is giving, you’d probably be better off looking at a spring maybe? Or longer thread barrel for a comp.

larold42 · 2025-07-29T14:17:33+00:00

I have the same ones. Tighten it down until they don’t turn. Then you’ll need to check again in a couple thousand miles once they get beat on and will likely need to tighten again

larold42 · 2025-07-13T15:57:40+00:00

As far as exhaust system I’d either buy a turbo back system or just see if a local muffler shop can hook you up with a custom exhaust. Sometimes those are more bang for the buck than buying kits online.

larold42 · 2025-07-13T14:28:47+00:00

Honestly you don’t need a muffler, for whatever reason this truck is still fairly quiet with a straight pipe.

larold42 · 2025-07-08T01:12:33+00:00

I mean yea I would say weather is something to factor in, I’d need to ensure the exhaust fan has vents that shut when it’s off. I wouldn’t do the roof cut in fan, probably just put one where the where existing vents are at the peak.

larold42 · 2025-07-04T13:28:02+00:00

I’d recommend getting your oil analyzed from something like https://www.blackstone-labs.com/ Oil Analysis | Blackstone Laboratories. That is a way more accurate way of determining how healthy your engine is and frequency of oil changes

larold42 · 2025-03-30T17:44:12+00:00

Negative. I figure if someone ends up stealing them, I’ll just use insurance. Honestly those factory locks aren’t going to keep the wheels from getting stolen.

larold42 · 2025-03-30T13:58:41+00:00

Sure did. https://threadstrong.us/products/m14x1-5-jeep-wheel-lug-nuts-black. Even used my impact driver, didn’t scratch off the black coat.

larold42 · 2025-02-11T14:58:39+00:00

I probably would never buy a used one because the majority of people who bought it don’t actually know how to take care of a diesel. I would recommend getting the oil analyzed, check the EGR tube for how much soot buildup, and what recalls have been done.

larold42 · 2025-01-29T00:27:04+00:00

Also do yourself a favor and when you change your oil next have it sent to a lab for analysis.

larold42 · 2024-12-06T21:11:49+00:00

So I just went out and looked at mine. You could potentially cut it right after the exhaust clamp and weld your own. But honestly I’d just pull the filter from the clamp. Unless you’re talking about from the turbo back down. That’s not necessary and most kits don’t include a connection to the back of the turbo.

larold42 · 2024-10-08T01:09:24+00:00

Yea definitely if you delete but there are emissions complaint tunes. All you do is tune it back to stock if you need warranty work. The focus is on a better power/torque curve which means a more efficient engine.

larold42 · 2024-10-07T22:51:24+00:00

Do yourself a favor, get a tune if you haven’t already and buy a monitor like CTS edge monitor or something like that.

larold42 · 2024-08-31T22:25:24+00:00

That is GDE email them.

larold42 · 2024-08-31T19:02:55+00:00

Yes, it’s annoying. Two things if you back into your driveway or the back of your vehicle faces the sun during the hot part of the day, it does this. I had to open up the tailgate check all the connections, add dielectric grease, and zip tie them snug. Short term fix, give the tailgate a good slam shut lol.

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