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    oil consumption, lower fuel mileage, awful smell while idle???

    ok, here's the deal- my truck was 2 quarts low today, my fuel mileage has been getting worse for the past month or so- not the usual winter fuel problem, and when I sit at idle in neutral for a few minutes I have an awful odor inside the cab. I can smell it in the front of the truck as well. Do...
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    Front end rattle?? Pitman arm??

    I have a rattle in the driver side front end. The only thing I can find that seems loose is the pitman arm- does that make sense? I hear it going over small to moderate bumps in the roads. Any other suggestions? Thanks
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    engine knock, worse when put into gear??

    I have a knock in the engine compartment, really notice it more when truck is put into gear- but it will also knock while in neutral or park. I can really hear it well when I am at a drive through- noise bounces off the wall real well. Any suggestions? If I go to the dealer, will trouble codes...
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    Proper Torque for bolts??

    I am wondering what the proper torque is for the head bolts. Thanks
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    2003 4x4 3500 SRW u joints

    I am hoping that you guys can give me part numbers for u joints on my 2003. I need to replace the front and rear u joint on my main drive shaft. I have called around and no one seems to have part numbers for 2003, only 2002- and I don't know if they are compatible. I want a heavy duty joint...
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    Passenger power window problem?

    the passenger side window will not roll down with the door switch (passenger side) but will work with the switch for the driver side. Is there a fuse for just the passenger side, or do you think it might be a faulty switch? Thanks for the idea's.
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    when to change my oil filter??

    just wondering how many miles to go before I change my filter? Thanks-
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    transmission temp??

    wondering what the normal operating temp is for my 03 auto? I just had my X monitor installed. What would be normal for pyro and boost? Thanks
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    stock engine horsepower?

    I am wondering what the stock engine horsepower is on the 2003 auto's, and how can I tell what version the motor is? Thanks
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    most miles on stock auto?

    just wondering who has the most trouble free miles on a stock auto? Of course following good routine maint. Stock motor/ transmission, good driving habits, etc? Thanks-
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    Manual, start in 1st or 2nd gear?

    Both the 5 and 6 speed that I drove had very short 1st gears, I found it better to start out in 2nd. How do you guys drive um'? Maybe it is just me being used to driving gas sports cars. Thanks again for the help-
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    H.P. differance between 1999/2001

    wondering if I would notice a big differance between the two, as far as off the line and passing power, with the 20 horse differance? Thanks for the help, again-
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    99 vs. 2001??

    wondering what is the differance between the two motors- meaning what would have to be done to the 99 to bring it up to 2001 power specs? I know that the auto transmission numbers are 215 hp for 99 and 235 hp for 2001. Thanks-
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    Most Miles on Stock Clutch?????

    just wondering about who has the most miles on their stock clutch? What type of driving, any towing, mostly city or highway, etc... . Thanks-
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    transmissions

    I am looking for transmission stories, who has the most miles, problems if any, auto or manual (5 or 6 speed)? Etc... Thanks-
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    New Ford Diesel- Detroit Auto Show

    Went to the Detroit Auto Show yesterday, and they had the new 6. 0 Ford Diesel on display. The specs said 350 HP, 600 torque, stock. I am curious to see what Cummins will do to answer the Ford and D-Max? Any thoughts?
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    99' CTD Good Deal???

    I am trying to make a decision on this truck, and was hoping to get a few more opinions. Here is the description- 1999 2500- 4x4, Auto, SLT, Black in color, Quad Cab, 33000 miles, Tow Pkg, loaded except leather. Told that is was just a commuter, on towing or pulling. Asking price is 23500. I...
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    auto transmission maint? upgrades?

    I decided not to take delivery of the 2002, was not at all satisfied with the dealer, and the changes to the paperwork before delivery!! That goes to show, you really need to examine the papers before signing- but that is another story. I found a good deal (I think, you guys tell me if you think...
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    lift pump

    this seems to be a common problem, how much does it cost to fix if out of warranty? Is this covered by the 5/100000 engine warr, or the regular warr? Thanks
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    new truck break in???

    I am supposed to take delivery of my new 2002 Dodge 2500 4x4 CTD H. O. on monday, and am wondering how to break it in correctly? How to drive it at first, when to do the first oil change, second, etc... This is my forst diesel, I was raised around Ford diesels, unfortunately I didn't pay...
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