With the discussion of all seasons vs snow tires, it’s worth bringing tire cables and tire chains into the discussion.

Circling back to this. Looks like you’re right. And the interesting thing is Ram is pushing all 2013-2018 trucks to be recalled and receive the software update. However, the EPA says the S87 fix on the 2013-2015 fixed the issue and trucks with that recall do not have to be fixed, and that the 2016-2018 already have…

Are you referring to West Michigan? Lake Michigan typically protects the mitten like a great lake should, but the east side of the lake usually freezes in comparison.

Neutral drops? Yeah, that’s why you test drive it. If there’s damage from neutral drops, you’re going to notice it on the test drive.

I had a client that ran a large used car dealership, they noted that rental cars were typically safer buys. Most dealers get their used cars from auctions, rental companies, and trade ins. The rentals have one thing going for them, following the service and maintenance schedule, and actually checking the fluid levels.…

The half tons definitely drive a lot better for those roads, especially the newer ones. Those roads are insufferable on the 3/4 ton and 1 ton trucks, except when loaded. 

I kinda feel bad as well, kinda. The truck driver should have known better to have attempted it. Perhaps a mix of B and a large enough offer in cash and desperation influenced that decision.

That makes sense. Do you know any details about the new 67A emission recall for the 2013-2018? One tech mentioned that EGR usage seems to be down, but that seems odd. 

The last time Stellantis developed a diesel for the US market it resulted in criminal charges on top of civil fines.

The 2013-2018 engines were listed as defeats and the 2019-2023 were listed as AECD violations. Unfortunately, the details don’t appear to have been released yet.

The cost of fuel might be a turn off, but it’s likely the same or cheaper than the gas version of that car. The fuel economy gap between gas and diesel was much larger on the older cars.

This. Several miles of utility mapping and relocation can take a year or more in an urban environment.

RIP 2GR.

Oddly enough, the 9 speeds in the Jeeps aren’t bad. They had a horrible reputation from the beginning, but from a reliability and maintenance perspective, they’re pretty solid on around 2017 and newer.

It could be a good hot shot truck for the right person. It’ll depend if they want to start with CDL or non-CDL. For non-CDL, a 2500 with a GVWR that’s less than 10,001 and a 15,900 GVWR trailer would be the way to go. Some of those trucks have the same axles, brakes and frames as the 3500.

For towing a fifth wheel, avoid a 450 like the plague. The 3500 and up trucks without an air suspension will leave you wondering why your RV is falling apart after a year. Plus, any commercial work with the 450 will have you running into the scale house all the time.

Yeah, people need to lighten up their expectations. No reason to expect a polished product 4 years after the product was unveiled and taking preorders.

Why push back the date of ICE, but ban diesel immediately? Making the emission requirements equal seems to be fair.

This isn’t a car for us Jalops. It’s slow, soul sucking, bland and forgettable. But it is a cheap car that’s easy to service and has cheap repairs. This is one of the last naturally aspirated 4 cylinder engines with port fuel injection instead of direct injection. It makes a rental car worthy 70 hp/liter that won’t…

That’s a good question. Unfortunately, most of them are all hit and (mostly)miss. It’s best to compare the RVs with the understanding that RVing isn’t a hobby, but a skilled part time trade for those who want to mildly reenact a few of Chevy Chase’s unforgettable vacation moments.