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I changed the air filter for the first time. I was happy to see that the 2020+ air filter housing uses screws instead of clamps like the 2014 - 2019 housing.





DateMileageFilterInterval
05/26/200,000 milesFactory FilterN/A
06/29/2218,177 milesMopar 68441763AA18,177 miles
What don't you like about the clamps?
 
Looks like the same design and maybe size as the one in the Cummins. It is a good design for an air filter. Those clamps on my old Ecodiesel were a royal PIA to get into position and snap on. The 10mm screws take a bit more time but are both simple to deal with and secure.

Reads like you are very happy with your 2020,
 
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What don't you like about the clamps?
The last Mopar filter I installed seemed to have a thicker gasket material, which made it extremely difficult to latch, especially the fender side where it's hard to reach a few of the clamps.
 
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Looks like the same design and maybe size as the one in the Cummins. It is a good design for an air filter. Those clamps on my old Ecodiesel were a royal PIA to get into position and snap on. The 10mm screws take a bit more time but are both simple to deal with and secure.
I agree 100%

Reads like you are very happy with your 2020,
So far, the 2020 has been a great truck and good towing machine.

 
Discussion starter · #25 ·
2020 Ram EcoDiesel
Fuel Filter Log

DateOdometer
Mileage
FilterInterval
07/11/202218,381 milesMopar 68436631AA18,381 miles









 
2020 Ram EcoDiesel
Fuel Filter Log

DateOdometer
Mileage
FilterInterval
07/11/202218,381 milesMopar 68436631AA18,381 miles









I just changed mine yesterday at 17,600 miles. It really is quite simple and using the bag to catch the fuel that drains is money. I didn't use the bag the first time I changed the filter on my old truck and learned my lesson the hard way.
 
I like to document all kinds of stuff, including my highest coolant, transmission, and oil temperatures. These were the hottest temperatures I've seen with the 2020 Ram EcoDiesel. My max tow is normally 63 mph, but I wanted to see how hot I could get the oil/coolant/transmission temps. This is with the A/C on and towing the travel trailer up a long grade.

A timely pic.....just changed my oil and filters, and had paid little attention to these numbers previously, particularly the oil pressure. Haven't gotten mine that warm yet even when pulling my 6300# camper, but will pay attention next time a little more closely.
 
Discussion starter · #28 ·
I try to keep at least two years of maintenance items in inventory. I just stocked up on the items that were running low. Rotella T6 is the only item that I can't find locally, so I'll keep looking, otherwise, I'm good for two years.

 
Discussion starter · #29 ·
I ran the factory block heater cord to the front bumper and installed a 120V receptacle. I have one receptacle for the block heater and one for an onboard battery maintainer/desulfator.







 
I ran the factory block heater cord to the front bumper and installed a 120V receptacle. I have one receptacle for the block heater and one for an onboard battery maintainer/desulfator.







Nice work, being a bit sore in the back right now and not wanting to crawl under the front bumper, is there anything behind the metal bumper that has to be driller through? Thanks.
 
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Nice work, being a bit sore in the back right now and not wanting to crawl under the front bumper, is there anything behind the metal bumper that has to be driller through? Thanks.
The 2014 - 2019 bumper had a lot of open space behind it and was easier to access. The 2020+ Ram has fewer spots that are open. The spot I drilled is wide-open, so it's pretty easy. I set the drill on a low speed and cut slowly. So, to answer your question, I only drilled through the bumper itself, nothing else.





 
Great information. Max oil temp for me in my 2020 Bighorn was 235 pulling about 4,500lbs over Grand Mesa (CO). Air temps ranged between 80 and 95.Was wondering if 235 was normal or not. Transmission temp never got over 202. Again, great info and thanks for posting. Nice to see the oil analysis too. I run the Pennzoil and change every 5,000 miles. My total mileage is 22,780.
 
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I run the Pennzoil and change every 5,000 miles. My total mileage is 22,780.
I have to add about a 1/2 quart every 5,000 miles. Are you seeing about the same oil consumption?
 
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I had to add at about that rate for the first ~10k miles. However, lately I have not observed any oil consumption. I am keeping an eye on it.
I'm sitting at 18,395 miles on the odometer (5,588 miles on this interval). I just added a 1/2 quart. I'm planning to log 7,000 miles before changing the oil. I'll be sure to pull an oil sample when I do.

DateOdometer
Mileage
OilFilterInterval
0 milesFactory FillMoparN/A
06/19/214,133 milesPennzoil Platinum Euro 5W-40Mopar4,133
07/19/217,684 milesPennzoil Platinum Euro 5W-40Mopar3,551 miles
11/22/2112,807 milesPennzoil Platinum Euro 5W-40Mopar5,123 miles
 
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First time to change the cabin filter.

DateMileageFilterInterval
05/26/200,000 milesMopar 68406048AAN/A
08/06/2218,395 milesMopar 68406048AA18,395 miles





 
First time to change the cabin filter.

DateMileageFilterInterval
05/26/200,000 milesMopar 68406048AAN/A
08/06/2218,395 milesMopar 68406048AA18,395 miles





You could start botanical experiments in that filter [emoji51]


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Discussion starter · #40 ·
Added a locking fuel cap.

 
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