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Hello Folks, I could use your help. I have a 1996 12v Today my original trans lines suffered a major leak which resulted in the stranding of the truck. I will need to do a good washdown of the underside and a refill/start/engage to track down the leak, but at a quick glance, it seems to be a...

Hello folks, A couple years back I posted a thread regarding the trans OD and lockup issues. https://www.turbodieselregister.com/threads/throttle-position-sensor-wrong-voltage.268016/page-3 I did the TPS delete and it has worked fine all this time until recently. My guess is the potentiometer...

Hello Folks, Happy New Year Awhile back I posted a question about injectors. At the time, based on responses, I held off replacing them. But now, I'm thinking its time. 96 12v with 460k miles. The truck was off the road for many months last summer while I restored the body and did various...

Hello again folks, Thanks to all you good folks Im progressing nicely with my 96 restoration work. Im getting close to completion (at least for the time being as there is always something that needs attention!), and im putting the front bumper/trim back on. Here is my question: Does the...

Hello folks, as i am now starting to divert my restoration attention to the interior, i started putting the door harness's speakers, glass and hardware back in. upon radio power up, i found both my 6x9 front door speakers are working but rough sounding. no doubt from years of rusted out doors...

Hello again folks, Now I'm working on the front bumper area. Im trying to find the black torx truss head bolts which secure the lower black valance on the front bumper. Im frustrated searching. As many of you may already know, these things rust up and a real pain to get loose. I cant find a...

Believe it or not, I never have known if my 96 Ram 3rd brake light at top of cab worked.... I know, crazy question, but I'm curious... I removed the light assembly from the cab (1st time ever!) in order to paint the roof, and I found that the brake light bulbs were missing, but the "dome light"...

Ok folks, as I continue with the restoration of my '96 2 door extended cab, Im struggling to find the rubber replacement seals which mount to a track fastened to the body, above the doors/running down to the hood along the windshield. I dont know the proper name, but Im calling it a rain...

Hello folks, While I'm waiting for the crankshaft seal install tool to arrive, I had ordered the timing gear cover gasket set. (Felpro TCS 46001) Inspecting the set, I found I have a question: Besides the metal depth tool provided and the seal itself, the set included a seal ring that appears...

OK guys, here's a another new issue.... I finally got around to replacing the power steering pump which was leaking. I purchased a CARDONE unit. I also did the vac pump seals (from Gould Gear) at the same time. Install went great. Here's the issue; After the install, I went to unscrew the...

hello folks, while my truck front clip is off for other work, i plan to do my overdue injector replacement. i have read that new Bosch injectors are a good bet. cost is important. i have come across this brand of reman units...

Hello Folks, Upon visually inspecting engine on my 96, I noticed the wastegate looks very "crusty". Michigan salt is not friendly to my truck. Turbo ID plate says Holset 353-919, model HK351 Today I plan on testing operation with compressed air (book say 15-20 psi). If I find issues, Im...

Hello folks, Im hoping you experience guys (or gals) can help clue me ina little bit here. While in the process of pulling both front fenders of my 96, I tokk the oportunity to dive deep visually inspecting the general condition of external engine parts, lines, etc. I found the lower metal...

Hello folks, As I continue to proceed with various repairs to my 96 2500 4x4, Im having trouble locating a source or even a part number for the rear axle rubber bump stops. the center to center bolt holes in the frame are about 5" on center. dealer said they are no longer available and no part...

Hello folks, I pulled a factory rear axle sway bar from a salvage yard truck, hoping to install it on my 96 long bed. I was told by the dealer in 96 when i ordered the truck that I could not get that option. He may have been wrong, but in any event, I want to add it. I lost the dimensions i...

Hello folks, I will soon be giving my 96 a good "going over" installing new shocks brake/fuel lines, injectors, and anything else I find as I go through the truck. One concern was the front coils springs. I really have not come across any threads here or other forums regarding front coil...

Hello folks, in addition to my trans problem I'm addressing in another thread, I'm wondering if it is now time for new injectors. I have a 96 auto trans 12v with 426K miles. Original injectors. P pump was replaced under dealer warranty at 70K miles with no issues since. This winter I'm...

Hi folks, Forgive me if this question has come up before but I need ask. I have read that the Cummins 12 valve can run kerosene or home heating oils in a pinch without any major issues. Obviously, the normal Diesel #2 low sulfur fuel is best, but my question is this; Can I run the Cummins on...

OK folks, here is an issue with the front axle driveshaft "cardan" CV unit I found that the u-joints were both in need of replacement on the front axle driveshaft near the companion flange...the center ball type bearing is needed also for the cv cardan unit. (btw, Im changing the U-joint at the...

OK folks, here i go again with my lastest issue...I just lost the overdrive on my 96 12v autotrans truck. A couple months back i replaced the TPS becuase I found it to be bad. All has been good untill a couple day ago. Started truck up for a run to town and no overdrive whatsoever. Yes, I did...