RAM 2500 Cummins 6.7L Diesel Engine ** Heavy Mechanic Review** | TOP 3 ISSUES

I reviewed a 2023 RAM 2500 Cummins 6.7 Diesel Engine as a heavy duty mechanic. I talk about potential engine issues and problems that these Cummins diesel engines face today. The number 1 issues stem from aftertreatment issues like DPF problems and Diesel exhaust fluid issues. We also talk about Cummins turbo issues, finally I talk about ways to prevent all these issues and how to extend the life of your Cummins diesel engine.
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I hope everyone is having a good weekend! Today I have my hands on the notorious 6.7 cummins diesel engine. I past I've talked alot about the good things with this engine but I figured today I would chat about 3 of the most common issues with these engines that I see as a heavy duty mechanic.
1. Aftertreatment engine codes/issues
By for the #1 issus I see with these cummins engine are aftertreatment issues. these issues normally come in the form of check engine lights. and usually there are sensors that have gone bad but sometimes we run into wiring issues, software problems and even full component failures like DPF failure or def pump failures.
2. EGR Issues
the second most common issue is EGR problems. these cummins engines seem to love running sooty and this causes a number of issues with the EGR system. first off clogged EGR coolers are pretty common and secondly clogged EGR valves and intakes. often times we have to clean out all the soot in order to clear the engine codes
3. VGT turbo actuator failure
the cummins run an electric VGT turbo which usually works well but sometime the actuator can fail or the VGT veins internally on the turbo can seize. I have personally replaced a number of these turbos and it seems to be a pretty common thing on the 6.7L cummins engines.
Overall I think the cummins is a great engine but these are the most commons issues that I see in the real world as a heavy duty mechanic.
hope you liked the video!

[@dutch9357]

I’ll sum up the main problems he mentioned. The government. That’s the problem.

[@jimraelee]

As in Ronald Reagan said... "Govt IS the problem"

[@larrycurci5453]

Amen to that! The government is killing all of them. It's like they don't even want engines to have freedom.

[@andrewevans1519]

Deleted diesel is a happy diesel

[@TheGettyAdventures]

Very happy!

[@fireflyraven2760]

Damn right

[@Steadierpark]

Yup!

[@e.l.9589]

100k miles, and over 1k idle hours on stock system. Just maxing out the weight keeps everything working normal.

[@mikeparker8382]

A deleted diesel is happier than an itchy pig up against a picket fence!!!

[@TIREDOFEVIL]

Is it not amazing what government regulations can do to a fine engine design?

[@Brandonbaughman]

Dont worry…I’m from the government and I’m here to help…😂

[@jirinajman9339]

Great video. I have 2016 Ram 3500 diesel longhorn from brand new. First five years I was using it on daily basis for on everage 250 miles per day pulling my construction trailer with different loads. Just reliable truck, always ready, never failed me. In 300000 miles now I changed the turbo actuator, banks air intake( the killer bolt was failing) and regular maintenance, truck runs still like new, really happy with this investment!

[@toolhouseperformance3845]

What's the killer bolt

[@lucaschannel4005]

​@@toolhouseperformance3845grid heater power bolt corrodes and fall in intake then go in engine and damage cylinder 6

[@quentonmillstid850]

defeat device

[@concretejungle77]

75% of the problems with new diesel engines regardless of the brand, regardless how hard you run them, is emission systems, might be the filter failure, might be the def sensors, mostly its the egr but its always something that has to do with the emission system, and the mpg's on all the different brands proves this 100%.

[@ScottDLR]

And is the number one reason I haven't bought a new truck.

[@concretejungle77]

@@ScottDLR my brother hit 110k on his Ram and had to spend 9k for new emission system can't delete in Cali

[@ScottDLR]

@@concretejungle77 That's horendous!

[@bobmariano3731]

Ship them All to China 🇨🇳 👍🤛⚾️

[@interstellarconundrum4774]

You really can't delete them anywhere, but that doesn't stop it from being done. For off road use only. ;-) @@concretejungle77

[@stevewright3168]

I am a Ram technician. If I might offer a little insight your three common issues, and I will keep it to the 2019 and newer (it is a different engine and overall system). And please know that what I see is common to the Southeast region. #1- Aftertreatment failures are now usually due to the fuel filters not properly being maintained (10k-15K miles. Usually I recommend to my customers do them during their oil change), incorrect air filter installed (must be the type without the glue strips and no aftermarket like K&N), or the lack of EGR system maintenance. Also go to the dealer and make sure the most recent software has been flashed in the PCM (It will usually cost you about an hour). #2- If the EGR system is properly maintained at the proper intervals, you shouldn't have an issue. Many of my commercial clients have several hundred thousand miles on their trucks and are operating with much of the original equipment. There is a message that comes on in the dash "Perform Service" usually about 70k miles (67.5K miles on 2018 & prior) and requires that the EGR cooler & cross-over tube be soaked & cleaned, and the CCV filter be replaced. The EGR valve on 2018 and prior can be disassembled and the mechanics can be cleaned but unfortunately 2019 & newer cannot (at least I haven't found a way). The cleaner I really like is EGR Cleaner by Mopar. I use it full strength and let the parts soak overnight. To soak the cooler I made a blank that I seal with RTV at one end of the cooler then fill it up. ***If you have a lot of idle time, I recommend this service more frequently.*** #3- The turbo and actuator are terribly misunderstood (and mistreated). I will start with the turbo; AGAIN, IF YOU ARE PROPERLY MAINTAINING YOUR EGR SYSTEM, you shouldn't have any problems with the veins nor the impeller in your turbocharger. Now the actuator; usually when you have an issue with the actuator, there are generally a couple of codes. I don't remember them off hand but the most common will be a loss of communication, active or stored and usually a symptom of no power or intermittent loss of power (dangerous if you are pulling out into traffic). The other code is related to calibration (if I remember correctly). I find in most cases that people are driving the hell out of their trucks. Over speed limit, towing 15k-20k pounds, or more, down the road. Get to the destination and shut off the engine! What does hot coolant, sitting in a hot engine with no circulation, do...? It gets hotter. That hotter coolant is in the actuator (as well as, its attached to the hot turbo, which is attached to the hot exhaust manifold). Are you seeing the problem....? The circuit board in the actuator gets cold solder breaks from excessive heat to cold, repetitively. When you get to your destination, let your truck idle for 10 minutes. It really is that simple to extend the life of your actuator. Much of this can be extended to 2018 & prior. The real message here is maintain your truck. You spent $50k-$100k+ for your truck! Research it! That and find yourself a good Mopar tech that you can trust.

[@IWNTYU]

I just bought a 2022 ram 2500 with 9k miles. Any advice?

[@johnsmircic6650]

………..”and find yourself a good tech”…………..yea, good luck with that!

[@bobmariano3731]

Yeah , trade it for a Tundra !😝👍

[@fubolibs4218]

@@bobmariano3731lmao. Tundra can’t even match this performance. Plus this is a diesel and tundra doesn’t make them.

[@robstatetx]

The dealer that performed the EGR cooler and EGR valve cleaning on my 2019 used a CCR product and an air compressor line. I asked if that was truly the manufacturer's recommended service method and they said it is an accepted method. The method you described is what I was expecting. The dealer in my area is huge. Also, I use Schaeffer's Carbon Treat on every fill up. I thought it would help with keeping my emissions cleaner. I am at 100K miles and the truck does a regen about every 150 miles. It is driving me crazy. I change the oil at 10K and the fuel filters at 15K, the CCV filter at 70, changing the trans fluid and filter every 30K now with synthetic, changed the differential lube with Schaeffer's, changed the transfer case fluid. I am trying my best to make this truck last and getting P-2459 codes occasionally.

[@RCQuadPatriot94]

Weird how these engines not only become more reliable but also more fuel efficient without all the emission bs. Leave it to the idiots in gov to screw something up that didn’t need fixing.

[@pedrolabrada5591]

And burn cleaner too!

[@flameredram1572]

Would love to see you make a video detailing these after-treatment systems from a mechanic's perspective

[@TheGettyAdventures]

Ya I think I'm going to do it. seems like people are interested.

[@trentbain4988]

as a retired Mopar tech, heavy line/ transmissions. i worked on a lot of the Cummins engine. the biggest cause of any failure on these trucks, were caused by the owner. people bought a work truck they tried to use as a pleasure vehicle. seen alot of these vehicle 3/4 ton 4 x 4 drove by the wife because see wanted to be cool/hip, in the now. people that worked these vehicle had very little issues and usually high mileage when they did. i also seen head gasket failure on these engine, but where either high mileage or had aftermarket equipment boosting power, which would lift the head off the gasket and would eventually fail. the stock high mileage head gasket failure, would usually leak externally from parts of the gasket deteriorating, till leak occured.

[@cesarguerrero2949]

I can second this, I use my 21 3500 for heavy towing, only issue so far was dead batteries, I’m at 200k miles

[@joselucca2728]

I was close to buying one of these, but your video provided me with enough reasons to go back to the drawing table and reevaluate the whole idea.

[@craigshackelford4495]

I really appreciate this video. I love my 2013 6.7 Tradesman. I have cleaned, repaired, or replaced most every component of the emissions system and probably will be replacing some systems again. I run a lot fuel additives and just made a 1,000 mile trip from Georgia to Missouri over the weekend where it really performed. You are so right about short trips. Around the farm this thing makes lots of starts and stops and pulls hard when not at full temp. A brutal life Thanks again for your video

[@shanebrown2963]

Easiest fix for diesels is a nice weight loss program!!

[@TheGettyAdventures]

Cut the emissions off. Allegedly

[@mnels18]

What's the fine? When caught

[@jimratliff2753]

I like to know nonsense professional talk. Experience has value. Very educational. This helps point me in the right direction with my 2015 Ram 2500 Laramie limited turbo diesel issues.

[@liaodesign]

I don’t even own one but was fascinating to just listen and what all the details in your video.

[@osmd7155]

I really appreciate you posting this video going over these issues that most buyers (like me) have no idea of or at best a very remote idea as to what can happen with this motor which I was going to get in the new 2023 Rebel 2500 or 2024 Laramie, however after listening your explanation of the intricacies innate to this engine and likeliness of malfunctions that can happen with not fault at all of driver/owner I will go with the HEMI 6.4 gasoline, many thanks.

[@agerardomp]

Greetings Alex. A pleasure to see yours videos and to listen yours comments. RAM and Cummins ... There is always a first time for everything; even to repair a great pick up 😢 Big HUG Alex! 😊

[@TheGettyAdventures]

Yes, next week I'm towing with this beast! should be a good video, hope you like it

[@cedriclorittssr4361]

Yes, please talk about the Regen systems.🙏🏾 Thanks!😎

[@mikeparker8382]

Heres a nugget for idling. When sitting in traffic or stopped for longer than a few minutes, turn the cruise control on and hit the minus bitton on the cruise control. Your RPM’s are increased to around 1400 to mitigate DPF problems and keep it cleaner.

[@Cardiakk]

You have to be in park for that.

[@mikeparker8382]

@@Cardiakk Yes sir, thanx 4 adding that, I did not state that. 👍😃🍻

[@robertsimpson7113]

Yes to the after treatment video. Both DPF alone & SCR & DPF systems

[@brenteason9891]

On my 2018 Ram 2500, I had to drive it once a week on the highway for about 20 miles to complete a regen on the DPF. Driving around town didn’t get it hot enough and was headed towards a huge bill for a new DPF. The temps in the DPF would easily go over 1000F in regen. Problem was solved with an “emissions surgery” and tuner. Great video!!

[@pr4lviper]

How u know need a regen and when is complete?

[@brenteason9891]

@@pr4lviper : Used the Edge CTS monitor to see the regen start. You can see the DPF temps rise rapidly during the regen. As far as when it needed a regen, I could see the process start a few times (with the EDGE CTS monitor) during the week and it would usually get interrupted if I needed to stop for whatever reason. The after treatment system would okay if you are driving on the highway most of the time, but that wasn't how I was using the truck.

[@vietnamvet4533]

Well anyone who got stuck buying a Ford, GM or Dodge truck time to go back to school this time to learn. Want a quality truck or car Toyota or Honda period. And if you got to much junk or stuff to haul, try hiring someone to do it or better yet get rid of it, and find another job. Because the rest of us on the road don't like or want to see you monster trucks boring down on the rest of us. Thanks hope this helps.

[@PoliticallyIncorrectMechanic]

​@@vietnamvet4533really? So you want me to pay someone to plow my properties and my clients, and to tow my boat and landscaping trailers around when I need them? How about mind your business and if you don't like being around big trucks on the road, then get off it.

[@vietnamvet4533]

@@PoliticallyIncorrectMechanic Well I am a numbers guy. You spend 83k on truck add in the interest in 6 years and that is 100k. Add in fuel and insurance at say 8K a year and the total is 148k. You can hire a ton of workers for that. And since you posted I guess it is now my business.

[@randalovcen9811]

I was about to pull the trigger on a Ram diesel. After watching your video, I realized I am one of those you described who doesn't drive very far. Even though I pull a moderate-sized fifth wheel, it is only half a dozen times a year. I'll be sticking with my 2018 35Heavy Dutyu 6.4. (yeah, it's got a Hemi!) Great video presence with great, honest info. Thanks!

[@rickracus3109]

Great video, very informative. Really appreciate your knowledge on the Cummins engine.Thank you very much.

[@GM-gj8hs]

Good stuff bro, my 2021 motor went bad due to a plugged egr, like a chain reaction….all types of issues you just went over … so iffy about getting me a new truck with warranty however I think I learned a valuable lesson with my 6.7 HO …it lasted 200k miles however towing everyday……lol…

[@jayamoroso5870]

Running with the exhaust brake on prolongs turbo life in my experience. Have had one '19 two '18's go north of 200,000 miles with factory turbo and actuator. Turn it on every time you get in the truck. (I have an '06 5.9 with over 500k but that's a totally different animal) current '21 HO only has 55k and so far, issue free

[@TheGettyAdventures]

saves your brakes too. I'd run my exhaust brake the whole time also. lol and yes the 5.9 are what we used to call a reliable diesel engine

[@horsetrader1991]

So I should RUN with my exhaust break on? I have a 2022, brand new 1900 miles. Sold my camper so it mostly sits in my garage.

[@jayamoroso5870]

@@horsetrader1991 I would if I were you especially since you're not towing a trailer anymore. When the truck is under load, the vanes in the turbo work more often, they are less likely to stick or get "carboned up". Slow rolling around town will cause the vanes to become dirty and freeze up. Put the automatic exhaust brake on at least. I usually run full exhaust brake but it can be aggressive when empty. By running with the exhaust brake on I have not experienced any turbo or actuator issues in the several hundred thousand miles I have put on these trucks.

[@efraingarciaescalante2824]

​@horsetrader1991 any recall on your 2022? I was reading something about year 2022. Diesel engines.

[@jayamoroso5870]

@@efraingarciaescalante2824 I have a '21 so not sure about '22 recalls. Browsing the web it appears some '22s are experiencing cam and lifter issues. Haven't seen anything about 21 having the same problem. There's other recalls for 21 for the tailgate and intake heater bolt/relay

[@metaspencer]

interesting discussion man ... thanks for posting

[@OUTLAWBBQ]

Their is an holset actuator problem right now. The housing at the bottom is a little big. Also the real main problem with the 6.7 Cummins is the grid heater stud and nut rotting away and getting smashed into the top of a piston.

[@kanefritz6694]

2020 6.7 here…. Please share your knowledge on aftermarket items like cold air intake and catch cans. Thank you. Love the channel!

[@user-hx5op4bo6u]

Good video. You may want to look at the hydraulic lifter failures.

[@dougdelane3642]

Great points, my biggest issue with trucks now are they are all massive. My fathers F-350 from 2000's is now the size of a new tacoma all these trucks would be considered massive 20 years ago now its just the standard.

[@Blackocalypse]

Massive is good

[@FireBosspilot]

Minus emissions, the best resolve would be a high quality clean tune. Your engine will love you for it.

[@metalslingr]

It’s a shame ultrasonic cleaning components isn’t an option. Thanks for the video!

[@jameseroh6544]

My wife's 2018 6.7L runs best with Hot Shots Secret EDT added to the fuel at every fill up. Last year, the P20EE code kept coming up every 3 weeks. 4 trips to the dealer that replaced the SCR, Nox sensor, DEF fluid replacement, and reflashed software. The last time the code showed up I noticed the battery was a little off. Went to Walmart for a new AGM battery. It has been 9 months since any issues. The engine runs smoother and with better fuel economy. I have been using Rotella T6 5w40 oil all year round since 700 miles. Also got a Bank's intake elbow to avoid the dreaded heater grid bolt issue.

[@TheGettyAdventures]

Interesting, I'll have to see what that hot shots EDT is all about. but yes multiple trips to the dealer is not unheard of. sometimes these codes just keep coming back and its tough to get to the bottom of them. happy the trucks is running well now!

[@paulg444]

one thing that has helped me with the frequency regeneration was to add a cummins approved fuel additive. My only theory as to why it helps is that these additives probably improve fuel atomization at the injector as well as keeping the injectors clean.

[@robertmintz63]

All fuel injectors , both gas & diesel should have a continuous maintenance of administration of cleaner

[@TomConklin]

Thank you for this video…I learned a lot…and I liked and subscribed!

[@TheGettyAdventures]

Appreciate it!

[@chriskowalski2094]

great video so I got a new 22 ram Cummins got 8500 miles doing my first oil change now mostly all highway miles can you make a video. on what not to do and what you would do on the 6.7 Cummins how to prevent problems / maintenance like should you heat up your truck before using it if so to what temp does premium def work better than truck stop def when would you change the oil important fluids to do early or any other tips would like to keep this truck for a long time thanks

[@raymondbetancourt9506]

I did a delete with a tune, and all my exhaust issues went away, also added a Fass oil water seperato system....got a good 11 year run. Now I'm dealing with ECM and ABS Module, on a 2013 Ram 2500 6.7

[@nathanurick8320]

I truly appreciate your knowledge and thank you for sharing. I own a 2016, do all my oil changes, fuel filters and my ccv filter I think it’s called. I have 125,000 on it now is there anything you suggest I do or have done.

[@andrewchan9925]

Great info. Thank you! Question....if you must idle, running high idle ok? I mean would "high idling" help the issues mentioned? TIA

[@alphatruckhouse8223]

Great , Great content with a very honest straight forward approach ! I appreciate that . Have a Happy 4th , Ie CANADA DAY ~peace~

[@ck3561]

I had a 2018 ram 2500 Cummins I traded it in for my new 22 F350 crew cab long bed with the powerstroke No regrets

[@TheGettyAdventures]

Powerstroke is a solid engine 👌

[@tnossis5829]

this is why old trucks are the best trucks

[@ghysbois3430]

Another great video🎉 I was asking myself and now you if a cold air or freeer air filter intake lean out the engine enough to diminish soot buildups and regens??

[@TheGettyAdventures]

No problably not. These engines are all computerized and the ECU reads exaxtly how much air is being put into the engine so if you run engine even without an air filter it will still allow the same amout of air into the engine. Best thing to do is remove the EGR but that will void warranty

[@edt689]

I had my 19 ram cummins cp4 swap out for cp3 at the dealer free of charge. I just had put my truck on the list, and they'll call you when they get ur cp3 in. After that, my exhuast and egr system fell off on it somehow. At 60 to 70k miles, the egr valve and intake heater area clogs up with soot. Getting average 22 to 18 mpg now without load.

[@stevenanderson6658]

Can u imagine if cummins woulda made a pre emissions 6.7!! Holy hell hold on!!!!

[@TheGettyAdventures]

would of been nice!

[@floydoharejr4477]

The third thing you can do to reduce soot is use a Quality fuel additive. One that increases cetane which makes the fuel burn easier and more efficiently.

[@paulg444]

i agree here, but I think the high end cummins recommended additives are actually improving fuel atomization. I notice longer regen intervals and better fuel economy.

[@MoraleHazard]

I've found that fuel catalysts like Better Diesel which burn soot at a lower temperature slows how fast the DPF fills up and gets that passive regen going quicker.

[@TheGettyAdventures]

Good quality diesel is so critical of these engines. Shitty diesel will cause lots of issues.

[@kevinwhitton6595]

What company produces the best diesel? Chevron, Shell? I hear BP, but I don’t have one in my area.

[@GM-gj8hs]

#2 only for my 6.7 no cheap dirty stinky bio

[@beastly91wb]

Is the grid heater bolt on all year Cummins? And how long is to long to let a diesel truck sit without running? Great video by the way!

[@sargenthp]

I had a few Cummins. But I absolutely hated my '15 with the 3.42 gears. Even not towing on the interstate I could drop 4 MPG from a simple headwind. Also Cummins is putsy while towing. Trying to pass on a 2 lane while towing can be white knuckling.

[@TheGettyAdventures]

The top end power on the cummins is not the greatest I agree with you there

[@jansugalski4856]

Yes please make the regen video!!!!!

[@tornadotj2059]

The first VGT I can remember was on the Dodge Shadow Shelby

[@HotrodVeysey]

Nice video Thanks. My question is about the idle thing. I always let my truck auto start for about 10 minutes with the thinking its better to have a Diesel warmed up before i start hauling ass with a cold motor. Am i wrong to be doing this. I do have a heavy right foot and make sure to run it pretty good to make sure things stay heated up. I have a 2016 with 75,000 miles and no issues so far completely stock. Thanks

[@syndicatemotos7534]

So what I’m hearing is since I run hotshots all I have to do is what I normally do. ( maybe pedal to the metal going up the hills)

[@LindsayPeters987]

Would love to see a video on the regenning :)

[@TheGettyAdventures]

I'll have to get one done!

[@philsalsbery9994]

I ordered a 2017 RAM 3500 Limited Mega cab SRW truck with the high output Cummins and Aisin transmission. I now have 208K miles with zero issues, other than heater failure. I'm in southern California so I rarely use the heater, but I need to get it checked out. I drive an average of 200 miles, mostly highway, every day I run it, about 4 days per week. I tow my 15K pound 5th wheel about 5 times per year. I religiously change oil & both fuel filters every 15K miles. I've changes the CCV filter one time at about 100K miles, so I need to do that again. I do sit idling for up to 15-20 minutes at times, but then drive it many miles again before shutting it down. I also let it idle for about 10-15 minutes after towing to let things cool down well. I need to take it in for the EPA recall this month. I've seen where nothing really changes other than the DEF gauge running toward empty faster. They say it doesn't use more DEF, the gauge just runs down faster. I hear that mileage and performance do not suffer at all. I use the freshest DEF I can find, and never let the DEF tank go below half full. This video scares the crap out of me, so I just take the best care of my truck, and maintain the fuel filters using only Mopar filters. . .

[@horsetrader1991]

Now you have me were I'm afraid to drive my 2022 Dodge Dually around town. I don't drive it much, but from this video, it seems I shouldn't start it to let it idle. We plan to buy another truck camper in the next few months when the prices, hopefully drop but for now I guess I'll let my truck sit in my garage. I paid a lot of money for my Limited, quad cab dually , I even ordered the Aisin transmission, mated with a 3:73. Any advice on how to treat my investment? When I do drive it put the diesel break on. Is this correct? When we did have a camper a 10.2, Northern Lite, the truck handled it with ease and honestly I got a tad over 14 MPG. I only filled the DEF one time at a truck stop. 18 hundred miles. My last Ford, a 2006, F350 King Ranch only had 22 thousand miles when I sold it. It was a 4x2 but everyone said I would have problems. I never had the first problem with the exception of one of the battery cables come loose. I sold it for 34, to buy this 4x4 Dodge. Anyway advice would be nice. Great video by the way.

[@melgreer104]

Bring on the REGEN video !

[@TheGettyAdventures]

Looking forward to it

[@northeasterndirtandpropert7974]

I look at my 1998 24 valve,NV 4500,3500 in the corner of the shop thru different eyes now.What a nightmare.I'm starting to think the advantages of owning a newer diesel are fizzling away.

[@TheGettyAdventures]

Yup. The old diesels were much simpler beasts

[@deogee1000]

The heater grid nut melts off from the heater grid relay sticking. I just replaced the heater grid for this and the relay. there is a recall for this problem. also, we have a engine that has failed for this in the shop.

[@natei3518]

Does running the exhaust brake, help mitigate the turbo issues? i.e., keep it cleaner?

[@adamsgrizzly01]

Well my 2014 3500 had a gasket failure between the two back cylinders did a whole top end rebuild with stronger head studs

[@vincentvigil8106]

Do you have a list of aftermarket products that you recommend using on the Ram 6.7 diesel engine?

[@motormike191]

My question is regarding the ram 3500 HO, 2019. As a heavy deisel mechanic, do you see any true benefits to upgrading with legal of course Banks Power type products such as the air intakes, boost tubes etc.

[@MilanPalushaj-uh3df]

Great job. Thank you

[@toofastnobrakes]

If you haven’t already. Could you do a video like this on the ram 6.4 hemi?

[@TheGettyAdventures]

I certainly can!

[@Itz_a_dr3am]

Great video

[@AngelRodriguez-ml7rh]

So far i see no issues with the engine itself!

[@Nicholas-im8bd]

And whatever update to the ecu they put on you Cummins after installing the cp3... makes it real iffy with tunes being flashed on it. Always a caveat

[@concernedparent6291]

What is the optimal operating temperature to run the truck? Does towing often achieve this?

[@dennykral724]

Yes, send me a video on what the diesel needs for DPF to run it. A lot of us would like to know what would be best

[@baileymoyer9777]

I know this channel is pretty much all about the heavy duty trucks but is there anyway you could take a look at some of the smaller diesels like the VW TDIs, BMW, Mercedes or like the diesel that was in the Chevy Cruze? But I’d also love a video about driving habits and regen it’d be pretty cool to see the numbers behind the habits if that makes sense

[@spxram4793]

I think, all diesels in the industry have faced the same set of problems. DPF, turbos, NOx treatment. The most stable and at the same time economic solutions in the whole industry are: w/o "emission": VW 1.9 4cyl with and without turbo, before excessive exhaust treatment tech: up to EURO3 norm, production finish latest 2014. w "emission" : BMW : all 6 cylinder diesels with 218 or more horsepower (so not the 193hp versions), up to today(!!!), I think 390hp currently. The best "small" diesel in the history of the whole industry ist the BMW x35d / x40d (x for 3,5,7) straight 6 engines, which have all emissions treatment working properly long term and at the same time replace VGT tech with multiple fixed-wing turbos of different sizes, 2 or 3. BMW was also the only manufacturer in the whole industry who decided against cost cutting and built in SCR systems since ever they were available. The idiots at VW decided to save 200-300$ per vehicle, they put no or only fake SCR into their cars in the 2010 years and then ran with this into the "diesel scandal". With that they destroyed the image of the diesel and provided for a big push in politics for EVs.

[@TheGettyAdventures]

I would be open to something like that. the issue is getting my hands on those engines. luckily I'm able to get all the trucks I want which makes it easy to review. but all modern diesel engines will have the exact same premise on their emission systems. which I am going to make a full video detailing exactly what is going on and how the emission system work!

[@abrahamwalton8244]

I like how you're answer to everything is idle less, but in a cold climate like Alaska, we all idle our vehicles to warm them up and thaw them out, so it's a lose-lose scenario up here. Also, diesels HATE cold weather 😂😭

[@TheGettyAdventures]

Ya in extreme climates there is not much you can do. My good friend used to live in the Yukon and he installed an oil pan heater and coolant heater along with the block heater in his truck. and the thing was warm in 3 minutes.

[@G53X0Y0Z0]

This has got me to wondering if running it in tow-haul mode when driving around town. Tends to keep the rpm's up, otherwise it upshifts and rpm is low. My 2022 HO has the engine light on now, and it seems the unloaded milage has dropped drastically. The dealer can't look at it until several weeks out, so I might just buy the equipment to diagnose it.

[@LyleHutchison]

We've been using our 21 to pull a 6000 lb cargo trailer from day 1 and it's always in tow-haul mode and I also use the engine break in auto all the time. We've had zero issues except for a couple times it went into limp mode, but a software update has taken care of that issue. Mind you we are also 98% doing highway driving and I will shift the transmission manually to keep the RPM's above 1500

[@bpfirehunt0192]

What about the fan for cooling purposes? I've got 4 of these trucks, and everyone of them has had fine issues.

[@mitchmiller8889]

Only 500 miles left on my Warranty and i think I've got a plan to remedy problem #1 and #2 🤫😉

[@ripping_whitey4615]

Nice video, you say idling is bad for the engine. But Also running hot is best, living in Canada it gets pretty cold. Basically have to idle every morning to get it warm. Do you recommend idle less ans drive it not as hard to start?

[@marksman4004]

Don't forget about that heater grid bolt that will burn off and fall into the number 6 cylinder.

[@TheGettyAdventures]

I did mention it at the end of the video. Iv never personally seen and I've seen alot of 6.7's. Clearly its an issue but thankfully there are some pretty simple fixes to mitigate that issue

[@neilzehebtbauer5317]

My son's 17 ate the nut for the heater grid as it broke into rusty flakes. Cost him a new turbo and a rebuilt head, luckily no piston damage

[@user-mm9kk6jc4t]

@thegettyadventures what newer 3/4 ton truck would you recommend as the most reliable. I need to be able to haul skid steers and pallets of pavers/sod etc. I really like the Ram 2500, but I don't know how reliable their transmissions are. I know it used to be a common problem in the past but maybe they've fixed it now. I am also looking at the Chevy 2500 and the F250. I don't know much about Chevy 2500's and I have heard that Ford has had injector issues with their Powerstroke. This would be the first diesel I've ever purchased and would greatly appreciate any advice. I am looking at 2018's all the way up to brand new. Also, if there are any years/brands/engine configurations to stay away from, would greatly appreciate that info too.

[@jamesglenn520]

How do you do a forced regen on a 21? Also. Anything different as far as problems between the HO and the High Compression 21 engines?

[@stephenkonopadchenko4828]

I wish you talked about what kind of mileage do these things fail especially the Vgt issue.

[@douglasarmey6444]

Great series and reviews. Question. I know you clearly state that idling any of the current big 3 diesels is really bad for the engine/after treatment systems but maybe you can expand on this. All 3 manufacturers have built in high idle capabilities using the cruise up/down buttons to change the idle RPM's. Is there one of these engines that can better tolerate extended idling using increased RPM's on the high idle switching? If so, what rpm is most appropriate to set it at. I travel with a dog that needs air conditioning and sometimes I need to keep her in the truck for a couple hours while I work at a job site and need to idle the engine to keep the cab cool. Any help with this?

[@douglasarmey6444]

Does anyone have any thoughts or insights on this?

[@rileyduff3400]

How much boost does your truck make at high idle with max air conditioning on? I think that if it’s working/making some boost it’s keeping it warmer than idle, probably less harmful than standard idle.

[@KarasCyborg]

If your battery gets low, it will throw all sorts of funky unrelated unclear-able codes. It takes like 200 miles to clear them too after you replace the battery.

[@godsdozer]

I gave my 2012 some extra After Treatment.............. been perfect since.

[@predator5723]

Can you PLEASE make a buyers guide for the 6.7 rams?... im planning to buy something from 2012-2016 and i want to know what to look for.

[@richardhampton4382]

Funny i saw your this for I'm having the very issues you are describing on my 2013 6.7 Big Horn 3500 only 58,000 miles! Now I feel really sick to my stomach ! We got a check engine light this week went to the shop today was told it looked like one of the codes was maybe pertaining to the turbo! I was also told 10,000 to fix if it was this problem ! All i can say at this point haul it to the wrecking yard !! I have had nothing but recall after recall on this truck! Whats weird it was running fine no missing, running hot issues running nice and smoothly no loss of power !!! I'm sick after watching this video !!!

[@dt9094]

What’s your call on installing the relocation fuel filter on the Cummins, water fuel? Thank you BC👍🇨🇦

[@aaronkelley8909]

I think the 5th and 2nd gen are the best looking diesel trucks to ever hit the market.

[@ICEMANINVADER]

Can you elaborate on “idle time”? Do you mean reg idle or high idle as well? I do high idle when warming up and if I’m making a quick run into somewhere rather than constantly off and on. I get highway time often so passive regen isn’t an issue. Clock has 1000 driving and 800 idle and it’s a commuter rig, 22 6.7 with 51k and I’ve done lots of early and expanded maintenance already.

[@possumpopper89]

I want to see somebody perform exhaust analyzing during the re-gen cycle so that we know how much pollution the trucks are putting out.

[@DonFarmer-hq5sw]

Good info 🤩

[@jmonte58]

Hey brother I have a 2018 Ram 2500 truck and I’m going to install a Banks Monster-Ram intake system and inter cooler upgrade I would like to know your thoughts on the install so let me know thanks.

[@mattriley6866]

How about the idle up feature for extended idle times? Here in No. Idaho I use that on my ‘04. Any thoughts? Also have an ‘18 so that’s my real concern with all the BS on there.

[@richarddubois5529]

Use Lucas dpf deep clean it works!

[@floydwilliams3321]

Good information

[@ZuzkaK6]

I don't even want to think about buying a new 6.7. Looks like I'll be keping my 2007 5.9 Cummins forever!

[@mattdelany6799]

I wouldn't. All junk these days.

[@ethanyates28]

I personally run the automatic exhaust brake all the time to save my brakes. But I have heard mixed opinions about whether or not that is good for your turbo. My philosophy is moving parts that continuously move are less likely to seize. But I’d like to hear your opinion and other pros and cons

[@TheGettyAdventures]

The cummins exhaust brake is the best on the market forsure. I mean constantly running it will put more back pressure on the turbo but in my opinion I don't like it will shorten the life of the turbo. Have it contently working it probably the better optikn

[@ethanyates28]

@@TheGettyAdventures I also read that the back pressure is for cleaning the turbo veins of soot, but I’m not sure how truthful that is

[@e.l.9589]

I run it in automatic, and tow mode on full time. I idle the life out of it, but work it like a slav3 with oil change every 5k miles.

[@Cardiakk]

​@@e.l.95895k miles?? You don't need to change anywhere near that often.

[@e.l.9589]

@@Cardiakk You are not taking into account my idle hours, and MAXED OUT towing daily. It all falls under business expenses, so nothing to save by not doing it.

[@stepheniavarone9836]

I have a 21 ram 2500 and I had a bad lifter tick. I resolved this issue by installing a solid lifter conversion have you ever seen this issue?

[@user-id8ng9eq9h]

I’m in the market after selling my 2017 power stroke. Deciding between Ram or GMC. Sounds like there are more issues with the Cummins vs Duramax. Thoughts ?

[@Mattman2500]

To me the risk was not worth the reward. I went with the 6.4L. I tow up to 16k a few time a year. I haven't wished I had a diesel yet. These newer diesels are just not reliable, all thanks to government regs.

[@TheGettyAdventures]

Exactly the new gas engine can handle more and more weight and the diesels just keep getting more and more complicated

[@Mattman2500]

@TheGettyAdventures Keep up the good content, my man.

[@antonfloor344]

6.4 is best of all. Who needs diesel if you got a great V8

[@Pantelifts10]

​@@antonfloor344someone that tows daily for work? I own a hardscaping company and it made more sense to get a diesel. But different trucks for different needs 👍

[@dieselmechanic9824]

Ill say this its nice being able to start a truck in the shop with out having to open every door to vent out the exhaust. We have a few pre- Emissions buses that will choke you out in a hurry. Lol

[@stacksfargogmrichbullies139]

How do you check your transmission fluid? I have the same truck.. it has no hot and cold temp level on the dipstick