Recent content by tpreston

I have a 2019 Ram Rebel. Love the truck. Just took it wheeling for the first time last week in Colorado and it did great in varying terrain even with my balding factory Duratracs. I just put Toyo Open Country AT3’s on it. Can’t wait to try them out. Be prepared for water leaks on the 5th gen...

From what I have read rear window leaks were an issue on pre- 5th generation (before 2019) but really became an issue from 2019-2022. Ram has replaced some 5th gen windows but they go back with the same window and cracks in the frame have reappeared. In my case Ram did a recall on the 3rd brake...

I have a 2019 (5th gen) Rebel and the air suspension was an option, and one that I did not get. I also opted for the non e-torque. Very glad I did that because the leaking rear window issue can cause the e-torque to short out and not start based on what I’ve read on the Ram forums. rear sliding...

Looks like Epik is being pushed on this site. Seems strange based on the posts.

Great write up and pictures. Thanks for sharing

Has anyone tried the 505 Performance 3.8/4.1 stroker? Seems like it would be easier and cheaper than an engine swap. they claim 280hp and 340ft/lb torque for the stage 1 kit. I don’t know anyone that has used them so I can’t recommend.

I am also looking at replacing the shocks on my AEV 2.5” lift. I have been happy with the Bilsteins. Aren’t they specially tuned to AEV specs? I didn’t think they were the same as off the shelf 5100’s.

Installed a transmission cooler on my 2010 JKU. It was the mopar unit and it was a pain getting to the fittings for the lines. Worth the effort though as my temps have dropped from 200+ in normal driving to about 170.

Ok, even better. I can save money by continue using the Optima and only get a replacement battery. Right now I have only the factory wiring running to the main battery. All of the dual battery wiring is disconnected and my Spod and my winch. I have to travel this week for work so next weekend...

The primary battery was just for regular functions with no big loads. I have my winch (rarely used), and my auxiliary lights run through an Spod, all go through the secondary battery. My alternator is the stock unit and while it is 7 years old my volt meter in my Aero Force gauge has been...

I have a 2010 Jeep JK Unlimited. I installed a dual battery system about 4 years ago. Electrically it contained a Cole Hersee smart battery isolator. I installed 2 Optima Yellow top batteries. After about 2 years the main battery failed and I replaced it. Otherwise no issues. I have been...

I have the same problem with mine and AEV installed it. Bolt just spins. The tanks are a good idea but poorly designed. You can't get all of the water out of the passenger side tank based on what I read. I didn't even have AEV install the cross tube joining the tanks. I didn't like that design...

Any new feedback on the durability of the Black Butte? I'm close to making the purchase but would like to see some more feedback on the strength of the the clips and upper joint mentioned above.

I will take them. Do you take paypal?