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Problem solved! Turned out to be the fuel control actuator. It also cleared up one of the symptoms that I hadn't associated with the throttle delay. In the last six months I noticed the engine temperature increasing past the 210 deg mark on the gauge when on a moderate uphill climb, around a 16...

I had just replaced the fuel filter two weeks ago when the oil was changed. I've been using NAPA filters without any problems, even on my old 97 CTD. Thought I might purchase and install a filter from the dealership (Mopar?) and see if the problem persists. But I definitely agree that the fuel...

Left my house today at 4200 feet elevation towing a small two horse trailer (with horses) and climbing to an elevation of 6500 feet. Each time I stopped, or even slowed down, then gave the truck a little throttle to get going, the engine would actually decrease in RPM for an instant, almost like...

For now I'd like to install a brush guard (Ranchhand) and K. C. lights. The stock tires will not be worth much if it starts raining during hunting season. Probably get stuck on wet grass. A spray in bedliner is almost a necessity, as is some sort of rocker panel protection. The sun, along with...

Check out TDR #43 "Technical Topics" by Joe Donnelly. This article presents empirical evidence that Dodge is an overall better truck, especially for towing. It talks about the new engine being smog legal in all fifty states without using EGR, for less moving parts. The most torque at 600ft lbs...

Thermoplastic? I live on a gravel road, so rocker panel protection is a must. Only had the truck three days and already noticed a few nicks. What about the thermoplastic panels sold in Cabela's automotive catalog? It runs $90 for 24 linear feet. I'm just not sure how durable it would be.

Well folks, I've had my 2005 for a couple days now and must say I'm very impressed with the performance. The engine is flat out awesome! Great throttle response compared to my old 97 CTD. From what I've read it should just get better after break-in. My wife loves the way it handles, mentioned...

My wife just doesn't understand. Yesterday I took advantage of Dodge's "Employee discount" and purchased a 2005 Ram 2500 4x4 CTD Quad cab with an 8 foot bed. I look forward to future mods and plenty of road trips in the days to come. But today I've been remembering the truck I just traded in, my...

Hello, Maybe you can help me out. I've got a stock 1997 CTD 4x4 with an automatic. Occasionally the engine will die when I turn on the air conditioner. I live in New Mexico and the temperature has been in the mid 90's. Sometimes when I come to a stop with the AC turned on the engine will also...

Solution! :) Thanks for all the help! Here's what I found out. As with many problems, the solution was quite easy once you talk to the right people. Also I'm still in the learning process (and probably always will be) as far as do-it-yourself. After visiting several parts stores which...

I'm in the process of replacing bearings on my 1955 two horse trailer. but can't seem to locate replacement bearings. Has anyone out there heard of a Bower part number "BT09074" inside bearing or a Bower "BT15118" outside bearing? I don't have the part number of the axles yet, but was told by...

auto transmission problems Thanks for all the responses! Here is what we found... The throttle position sensor was out of adjustment. At idle the voltage should read 1. 0v +/- 0. 2. At wide open throttle voltage should read 2. 2 to 2. 9 volts higher than at idle. This spec is for a 1997 CTB with...

I have a 1997 4x4 with a stock (so far) Cummins. It has 84000mi. Lately the automatic transmission has a hard time deciding when to shift into overdrive. From a stop I will excelerate to 50mph holding 2000rpm. When the transmission trys to shift into overdrive (about 47mph) the engine rpm fluctuates...

Howdy, First time on for me. I have a 97 Dodge 2500 4x4 that I use to haul horses for search and rescue. Heard a rumor at Big-O Tires that the 16. 5 inch rims are being phased out. Has anyone heard this besides me?:rolleyes: