Originally Posted by AVB
Originally Posted by JTK
Originally Posted by Whitestar
I have a 2019 Ram with a 5.7 Hemi that has lifter clatter on cold starts. I think this is how a roller lifter's needle bearings get trashed in the first place by getting hammered until the lifter gets pumped back up with oil.
I know they can be a real joy, but have you addressed this with a Ram dealer?
That is considered normal, they will take you out on the lot and show you that they do that brand new. The dealer won't do anything until the ticking becomes constant.
FWIW I bought a new 2001 Dodge truck with the 3.9 six and the lifters rattled on startup from new. That truck is still on the road with over 200K miles on it.
Originally Posted by JTK
Originally Posted by Whitestar
I have a 2019 Ram with a 5.7 Hemi that has lifter clatter on cold starts. I think this is how a roller lifter's needle bearings get trashed in the first place by getting hammered until the lifter gets pumped back up with oil.
I know they can be a real joy, but have you addressed this with a Ram dealer?
That is considered normal, they will take you out on the lot and show you that they do that brand new. The dealer won't do anything until the ticking becomes constant.
FWIW I bought a new 2001 Dodge truck with the 3.9 six and the lifters rattled on startup from new. That truck is still on the road with over 200K miles on it.