New to diesels

[Krlowry]

Went from a 19 Ram 1500 to a 21 Ram 2500 Diesel. Never owned a diesel so I’ll be in a learning curve.

 

[Kimo7]

Congrats and welcome to the forum

 

[H3LZSN1P3R]

Went from a 19 Ram 1500 to a 21 Ram 2500 Diesel. Never owned a diesel so I’ll be in a learning curve.

The only learning curve is waiting at the pumps for gassers to move and putting a jug of horse piss in the def tank every once and a while.... also a key note remember not all stations have diesel so don't get in a situation where your low and looking for fuel lol

 

[Cseybert]

Welcome. Funny thing is once you go diesel you don’t go back at least I never have

 

[whitexc]

Good luck with the nice new rig.

I just went diesel to gas. I couldn't justify the cost vs. use (for me anyways) of the new diesels. My 24V with the zero emissions package was a different animal.

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[Mckisback]

I too am new upgraded from 1500 to a 2500 diesel Cummins. Question. Live in FT Worth Texas And with these very low temps should I put in diesel treatment for gel? Filled up last at truck stop in Sanger during cold weather, so not so sure what the summer vs winter diesel comes into play? Next is it too late to add to tank if needed? Suggestions please

 

[Eatonpcat]

Nice

 

[Bozo]

I too am new upgraded from 1500 to a 2500 diesel Cummins. Question. Live in FT Worth Texas And with these very low temps should I put in diesel treatment for gel? Filled up last at truck stop in Sanger during cold weather, so not so sure what the summer vs winter diesel comes into play? Next is it too late to add to tank if needed? Suggestions please

It would not hurt if temps are there for extended periods. Diesel can start to gel at 20 degrees, once gelled, filters have to be changed. A little anti gel couldn’t hurt.

 

[MikeXM]

I too am new upgraded from 1500 to a 2500 diesel Cummins. Question. Live in FT Worth Texas And with these very low temps should I put in diesel treatment for gel? Filled up last at truck stop in Sanger during cold weather, so not so sure what the summer vs winter diesel comes into play? Next is it too late to add to tank if needed? Suggestions please

Not sure how long that cold wave will last for you but anti-gelling must be added before it gels. Actually, if you are in a situation where it froze before adding the stuff, then you need the "rescue" stuff which will unfreeze your tank. And you would still need to unscrew your filters to add the stuff directly inside though. So, yes, better add it asap if you use your truck during freezing weather.

 

[Mckisback]

Ok, temperatures are back in 50’s. Engine started up, now question is...Should I take truck in to dealership to replace the fuel filter or just put in hotshot anti gel ? Note I did not start or drive during freezing time period.

 

[H3LZSN1P3R]

Ok, temperatures are back in 50’s. Engine started up, now question is...Should I take truck in to dealership to replace the fuel filter or just put in hotshot anti gel ? Note I did not start or drive during freezing time period.

Its running your fine

 

[RV_Goose]

Some gasoline pumps are green. Be conscious of what fuel you are putting in.

Enjoy the diesel. My 2013 RAM 2500 created a monster. Traded that in and bought. 2020 RAM 3500 DRW in preparation for my next mobile apartment some call a camper.