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    Getting ready to do clutch and have component quality questions (04 NV5600)

    Doing some pricing on components for clutch change on my 04 (original clutch) at 355000km (221000 miles).Truck has only ever run with smjr on tow and will not exceed this hp/tq output in future. (release brg bad) Have been happy with OEM (assume its a LUK ). Napa has a new Luk to offer. Is...
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    Does anyone have CEL code list for MY 2013

    Sons truck threw a CEL light tonight, He is on the road. The outside air temp sensor is reading 40C and it is about 2C. It is causing the a/c seats to turn on as well. (he is running a winter front (factory) and all 4 of the air ingress holes are open) Listed codes were P2560, PD10E, P2228...
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    Ram's new 8spd

    Saw a advertisement for new 3500 Ram Van and suspect engine choices (not given) will be the new V6 diesel or gas versions with the new 8spd auto. Was picking up yet another truck from transmission shop (2000 with blown cooler line that driver "thought" he could get home with) Well he did that, at...
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    Turn down tip on CR

    Anyone using a turndown tip on exhaust? Does it keep trailer cleaner and is it less noisey than straight out? Reason for question is , MBRP exh is real noisey blasting off guard rails and rock cuts and such when pulling hard. Just wondering if the tip would cut noise enough to not have to open...
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    Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) Where did DNR performance out of Michigan go??

    Would like to purchase one or two of their kits that replaces the TPS and makes OD adjustable. Anyone still have one around and not use anymore or know where to get a hold of one of thier kits? Used one for years in a 97 and it solved a lot of issues for not a lot of money:eek::-laf
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    2013 3500 5th wheel info needed.

    My son just made a deal on a MY13 3500DRW Mega with Aisin and 3. 73, 385/850. Looking to find out what he needs to get 5th wheel setup. He already has a Curt 20K 5th wheel but needs the roller kit for slider. There is no part # associated with this in the info I found in search. only a...
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    Towing mileage and comparison to new gen DMax

    Just a little update and interesting comparison and update on older versus newer . Just completed a return trip to Florida from Just north of the NY State border. A distance of =/- 1500 miles each way. Both trucks running a90 USG aux tank. My setup: 04 3500 DRW QC 4x4, NV5600 with smjr...
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    Tube step rubber pad for quad cab 3rd gen

    Does anyone happen to have the rubber/plastic foot pad (has ram emblem embossed)for a quad cab chrome step/tube bar. These steps came standard on many 03-07 trucks. They are not available individually from dealer, have to buy whole set of tubes. I have lost the one for the drivers side... ...
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    2012 Maxforce engine

    This is a question for Mike (Mwilson) Int dealer that my son does ERS work for has seen a few failures now of 2012 MaxForce engines (class 8) I have some pics but can't figure out how to get from my Iphone to TDR... ... . Apparentlly the idler for fuel pump has a brass bushing that...
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    One Year report on 2011 3500 DRW 4x4 Dmax

    Just a little update to dispel rumors from reality etc :-laf One year ago we put a new Dmax into our fleet of Dodges (99,03,04,04. 5,05) . It now has 45000miles accumulated and has had ZERO issues except for a leaking heater core, that was replaced under warranty and caused by duct work...
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    High hours on CR

    What is Cummins hour recommendation to overhaul? What is highest hours anyone has seen on a CR 5. 9 irregardless of actual mileage? EG: My 2004 has approx 200K miles and 4000hrs. One of my sons trucks, an 03 has almost identical mileage but 8200hrs. Have seen a truck with 65K and...
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    AAM front axle ujoints

    Anyone have ujoints dimensions handy ? (can't make search function Work on IPhone. ) I have precision 464's I have had in stock a while... Seems unassembled yoke measures 2. 900 ID across. The precision measure Approx 3. 05 from outer snap ring groove across. They. Will not fit. What's...
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    11/02 3gen Front Control Module or IPM

    Having to replace the Integrated Power Module on a recently purchased 2003 3500 service truck. It has been suggested by a reputable shop that specializes in electrical trouble shooting(they are not doing job, just offering advice) that in the vast majority of cases you are better off...
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    Experienced 5.9 rebuiler input for 04.5

    Some background: my sons 04. 5 3500 used in commercial emergency road service suffered a failed injector on #6 which led to breaking rings on this cyl. Without going into a lot of issues leading up to this... ..... the engine has now been rebuilt. I am relaying second hand info as have not...
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    04.5 bad news story/lessons learned

    One of my sons service trucks layed down a few days ago... ... . With 200K miles on the odometer. Truck pulls emergency road service trailer 99% of time, about 7-8K . Truck started to exhibit a occasional light high speed miss on return to base from about 60 miles out. About 10 miles out...
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    Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) changing front seal on 97 12Valve

    Is it really necessary to pull the front timing cover to change the front seal on a 97 12V. Cummins insight says yes and 6 hrs. ??? No roundabouts on this one?
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    best smjr tow setting

    I am heading south in a few days for a little florida sunshine. Truck in signature with a motorcycle in bed and non areodynamic 30' TT in tow. Truck will weigh in at approx 9500lb as will TT at approx same . I have played with jr settings somewhat in past and find throttle to touchy on...
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    hot p.steering pump

    Changed p. steering pump on a 97 3500 with hydraboost..... After finally getting air bled and brakes and steering working correctly ... The pump/oil is running veryhot. So hot a steam vapour comes out of resevoir if open. Body of pump hot enough to burn fingers on contact. This after 50 miles...
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    Cold start temp??

    What temp should a 3rd gen truck start down too unaided?? I have a friend who says his truck will not start below -20C without being plugged in. It has new batteries and only 60K miles on an 03. I have never started mine in the cold without being tied up! Steve
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    driveshafts

    Does anyone have the exact chrysler part # to cross to the one piece aluminum shaft to fit a 04,5 ddrw 4x4 auto. iirc it was a direct bolt in with no modifications necessary. Are the ujoints lasting any longer in these? Thanks for replys. Steve
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