I just completed a 4,600 mile RT in 2026 Gladiator Rubicon with stock 33's, 3.6L. Carrying about 500lbs gear 1st half of trip. That leg the very best average mileage was 21.4 on relatively flat highways staying under 76 mph. There were variations for elevation changes and head winds. I do drive...
For the 2022 3.7L Pentastar.....if not OW-20, what then? On my other vehicles, in hot climate with high miles I ran 10W-40. But the manual and other reading seems to be adamant about the 0W-20 for the Pentastar. Reading also shows that sludge build up is a common denominator even when keeping...
What I am interested in learning is:
Are the V8 owners experiencing the large range of engine problems that 6cyl Pentastar owners have?
Appreciate candid comments.
Examples welcome. Thanks!
Capt. Thanks for comments, it all helps. At half the price of a WARN the Apex warrants consideration. Homework is essential. What bumper did you install?
I saw a post explaining that a Badland 12000 had overheated during max load recovery and actually melted to line. You have any problems with overheating? Thks, Capt.
I sympathize with your predicament. In your situation, as a new owner I would: 1)Be thinkinf a out an attorney. 2) Take the vehixle back to the dealer (with a witness) find the sales manager, hand him the keys. Ask him what the dealership plans to do to fill your order? 3) Start posting bad...