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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) 5.9 24v on a skid: save, sell or scrap? opinions?

    How much do you want for it my 99 has a cracked block and may not be fixable. do you have any idea how much it would cost to ship it to Texas
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Load noise

    When pulling under load I hear a ringing noise. I suspect it may be my turbo impeller rubbing the housing.With 240k on the old rattler may have warning of a coming turbo failur.Any advice on what to llok for?
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) ECM in doubt correct

    The people who repaired myECM say it is a 1998 manual trans.ECM?The truck was sold to me as 1999 with an automatic.What harm would it cause to leave it as they found it?
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) 98 ecm or 99 built in 98??

    I bought the truck used w/73k. The ecm was cal to what they say was rec'd.I would hate to send it back. it cost $441 to have it repaired and they say damaged to excessive heat.
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) 98 ecm or 99 built in 98??

    I sent ecm to Inovie in el paso texas to be rebuilt. My truck is 99 with automatic.The code on the ecm said it was a 98 with a manual trans.I do know the truck was built in 98 so could be a 98 1/2.Seems odd to me the ecm was on the truck when I bought it and it is automatic.Any one had a same...
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) vp44 blues

    The gauge showed 12 to 14 most of the time.I would think the inline filter could be purchased at any auto parts store as maybe a diesel shop only.
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) vp44 blues

    Okay would not having one leed to l/p failure?Can you get one at a parts store?
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) vp44 blues

    No I don't.Is that a good idea? I Have seen those on some applications but was afraid it might get stopped up.
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) vp44 blues

    Could not get lift pump to cycle during f/f change had to pek on it with a hammer.Definate lift pump failure.Will try one more Airtex then who knows what?
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) vp44 blues

    Yes I have a fuel gauge. Never got below 10 psi. Mechanic says not enuff flow??
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) vp44 blues

    Just got word my vp44 crashed with 110k and my less than a year old Air tex lift pump may be the cause!!I suppose I should feel lucky given the history of these trucks.vp44 was on eng for nine years.Truck has 239k on it and is second inj. f/p. Looking for a cheaper replacement. Has anybody got...
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) No Noise

    I can't hear my B D Torque converter lock engage. No hoses leaking or electrical lines broke that I can tell. Any ideas???
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    What did you name your truck?

    I had a local sign company make me a couple of decals of a snake curled up with the words "Old Rattler"above it! Everyone Iknow seems to think the name fits!!
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    2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Wet floor

    On a recent trip my co pilot complained that the floor was wet on her side of the truck. Seems the ac is draining okay whenI stop. Before I starttearing into the drain system on the ac does anyone have any experiance on this kind of problem??Sure could use some help! Thanx!
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    2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission horn wont stop

    I found mine had a pinched wire under the horn button!!Must have been done at the factory and just took some time to wear thru.
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