consider yourself lucky, rented a Dodge Challenger for a day---clearly needed a new front axle w/only 30,000 miles.
I've known more than a few 4x4's that needed major work sub 30k km's, this issue has been going on for years.consider yourself lucky, rented a Dodge Challenger for a day---clearly needed a new front axle w/only 30,000 miles.
My sister in laws dodge 1500 has like a 130k on it I drive it a couple times a year when I get to be the designated driver. Quite an adjustment from my sloppy trucks.All "domestic" trucks have their issues. We replace just as many steering/suspension parts on Ford & GM trucks as we do FCA. My '11 Ram 1500 just turned 178k and the only things I've replaced on it due to failure were the outer tie rod ends and one hub assy. I've replaced the shocks and struts on mileage. Some people just get luckier than others. I'm sure the way the trucks are used have a lot to do with it also.
I have some exposure to HD equipment, the rearend gears and sungears can last 1,000,000 milesDo semi trucks have front end issues with all their weight?
Both my dodge cummins have over 200k still on the original ujoints and rear end. Or atleast the 07. I don't see why the 99 I just bought wouldn't have the original rear differential too.I have some exposure to HD equipment, the rearend gears and sungears can last 1,000,000 miles
Ball joints are a mixed bag with a variety of random but similar designs either with or without gear zerks.
Generally those with grease points can potentially last decades if you grease them constantly.
The sealed ones are a nope and have a specific lifespan.
Sadly as with all things different use cases and designs can be total garbage to almost bulletproof.
Dust covers sometimes need constant replacement
You asked about a semi,Both my dodge cummins have over 200k still on the original ujoints and rear end. Or atleast the 07. I don't see why the 99 I just bought wouldn't have the original rear differential too.
I see what you mean.You asked about a semi,
HD Equipment especially that designed for 80,000lbs-200,000lbs 80% off-road (which I’m most accustomed to) is very different with extremely variable lifespans.
Probably the rear end too.I hate to say it but at 76 years old, most of my front end parts are pretty much worn out as well.
Just balljoints isn't that much. Maybe like $500 to have it done. The expensive part is when the control arm bushings go bad07-12 Silverados are the same way 100,000 miles and it’s ball joint time, especially if you actually use it like a truck.
Beats me. All that is original at 223k on my dodge ramSo what is a good mileage point to replace struts/shocks? 50k?
Because they sell every unit they make? no incentive to fix, I’d say.Oh I know, the question is why doesn't dodge fix these things.
It's not like we have much of a selection ford, doge, or chevy. Or toyota if you don't need a full sized truckBecause they sell every unit they make? no incentive to fix, I’d say.
Stuff used to wear out quite reliably like this, only we drive more today, and own longer.
Toyota makes a full size, but not 3/4 or larger.It's not like we have much of a selection ford, doge, or chevy. Or toyota if you don't need a full sized truck
yes, 2003 is when they switched from dana to AAMMy 2017 Ram 3500 has 157,000km and has seen some serious weight behind it. I found a bit of play in the ball joints this past year. From what I gather, the upper king pin has remained unchanged from 2003 and up, or whenever they switched to the AAM axles. Since about 2013, the 3500s got upsized lower joints but they are probably still undersized and poor quality.