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    2006 ECM Exhaust Brake logic

    I have been looking through the FSM, forums and general internet search's and I have not found a clear answer to what the logic behind the exhaust brake (EB) control is for the 2006 5.9 Cummins ECM. I have found (and from my experience) that is will run the EB to aid warm up (under 900 rpm, 170...
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    2006 ECM Exhaust Brake logic

    I have been looking through the FSM, forums and general internet search's and I have not found a clear answer to what the logic behind the exhaust brake (EB) control is for the 2006 5.9 Cummins ECM. I have found (and from my experience) that it will run the EB to aid warm up (under 900 rpm, 170...
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    Steering play in wheel - Simple fix

    I have read a lot of different threads about steering issues and between my 2gen and 3gen trucks I have replaced every part on the front suspension and steering. My current truck, a 2006 MegaCab with 254k miles, has had a complete new front end put under it. Not because of the steering issue...
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    Carli Upper Ball Joint Service How To

    I have been having a wondering issue with my steering than has progressively been getting worse. My first steps to diagnoses was to check that all suspension parts are torqued and lubricated. After that I looked for unusual signs of wear or contact. When than did not reveal anything I...
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    Tapatalk Support for forum

    Please add Tapatalk support to the forums. It help with accessing the information, especially while mobile. A few times I have been stuck somewhere with only my phone to diagnose and repair an issue. This forum is harder to use on a mobile browser as compared to using other forums that support...
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    Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) CFM+ Install

    Last month I was lucky enough to win the TDR contest for Best Stupid Warning Label. https://www.turbodieselregister.com/forums/free-stuff-tdr-members/236710-best-stupid-warning-labels-winner-gets-cfm-5-9l-intake-manifold-ends-may-25-2012-a.html The air horn and tube showed up in perfect...
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    2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Fuel tank sender issue and repair

    Well I had to drop my tank for a second time. The first time I replaced the sending unit and reinforced the basket. It had whorled out the screws that position the lower section. This time I was having a 1/4 tank rough start the gauge was not reading correctly all the time. I thought the...
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    2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission ABS temp bypass

    Has anyone setup a bypass switch for the abs system on a 96 2500? I currently have to pull the 40a fuse to disable the ABS while I am not on pavement. I need to look at diagrams for a convenient wire to put a switch on. Or will a main system brake warning light cause the abs to not...
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    Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) 12v AFC Mods walk through

    After a lot of researching of how to modify and tune the AFC on my P7100, I have collected the following guide: The following modifications to the AFC may not be either emissions control approved or safe for the motor if done incorrectly! Adjust with caution and precision as anything falling...
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    2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission 96 rear axle swap: D80 to D70

    I am looking into swapping my Dana 80 (open diff and drum brakes) for a Dana 70 (Posi and disk brakes) from a 2001. I know that it will bolt in, that the gear ratio's are the same and that it may be about 2" wider. My question is this: Will the reduction in axle load capacity be large...
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    Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) SouthBend SDD3250 - Installed

    I put this clutch in a few weeks ago and now have about 1500 miles on it. I want to first say that I seen the write ups in TDR and when it came down to selecting between Southbend and Valair, the final deciding point was the noise reduction and chatter. I have a good freind, who is also a...
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    Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) High idle from cruise control

    So I want a high idle for my truck now that we are going into winter. My friend has a 06 and can use his cruise control to raise his idle for warm-up and go me thinking. After looking at the wiring diagrams and operation of the vacuum controller I have come up with an idea of how to do it...
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