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    I'm gonna ask again...which box?

    Ok, I spent the better part of the night reading about different power boxes on previous posts, in fact I'm gettin' drowsy. I have a few parameters that are VERY important... . so I'll ask for some recommendations from the guys that know. This is an 04. 5 NV5600 DRW Laramie with no cat and...
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    Archived 98.5 24v won't start....starts....won't start....starts....won't start

    My 98. 5 is having intermitant starting problems, but fer sure does not start as quickly as a healthy truck. This is what I know..... 1) batteries are kickass and turn it over like a tornado 2) fuel pressure at filter inlet and outlet are within a couple of PSI of eachother 3)...
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Hard start but runs good?

    I know I 've read about this problem on this site but need your assistance. My 98. 5 24v is having a starting problem. It cranks hard and fast but will not "catch" and run. It sounds like it has no fuel however I checked lift pump pressure and it is good and the filter is changed regularly. It...
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    2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission fuel sending unit

    I have a 98. 5 that is ready to sell, but wouldn't you know it the sending unit crapped out on the way down to the do it yourself car lot. I know it loves me and doesn't want to go away but I need the dough. There is a sending unit from a 2000 on Ebay right now... ... The question is does anyone...
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    do I need a box?

    I tow an 18,000 pound trailer in the Sierra mountains of northern Nevada. I have had no problems with my 98. 5 and a Diablo Power Puck. while I do down shift on some of the steeper grades (wish it had a 6 apeed) it has been ok. I believe the 98. 5 was stock at about 440 ft lb torque and the puck...
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    Gimme a brake

    Well I just purchased 04. 5 3500 Laramie Sport DRW with 16k miles from another TDR member and am flying across the country to pick it up in a couple of weeks. I'd like to thank everyone on TDR for answering a multitude of questions that enabled me to select the proper truck! My only immediate...
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    04.5 engine mod?

    Gave up on '05 truck as it was missing a bunch of stock stuff and looked like it had been dragged through a JC Whitney catalog. As luck would have it I found an 04. 5 Laramie Dually with NV5600 same night and am going to buy it instead. The only question I have is that the owner says he...
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    In dash CD changer?

    The pre-owned truck I'm buying ('05 Laramie) originally came with an in dash CD changer deck that had steering wheel controls. Notice I said had... the previous owner removed it and replaced with an aftermarket brand. I have found some similar stock units on Ebay but they are listed for '06...
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    still shopping for new truck...need help

    I have finally found a low miles '05 DRW Laramie with the NV5600 and need to know if all these trucks are H. O. ? If not how do I differentiate? Please advise as I have already applied for loan and have 48 hours to decide if I want this ride. Thx to everyone that replies :)
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    New OR Used Truck 4 Me?

    Gentelmen, I HUMBLY request your advice... I have recently purchased a new LQ 4 horse trailer which requires I upgrade out of my beloved truck (see signature). Things to consider: The new trailer weighs about 16,000 lbs with all the horses in it. I live in the most mountainous state...
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Which Bomb?

    MY LITTLE BROTHER WANTS ME TO HOP HIS TRUCK (2001 AUTO)UP A LITTLE. I HAVE A 5SPD WITH A JARDINE EXHAUST AND A DIABLO PUCK. HE HAS AN AUTO WITH A JARDINE EXHAUST THAT I JUST ORDERED, AND HE WANTS BOX THAT IS ADJUSTABLE. HE IS STILL UNDER WARRANTY FOR ANOTHER 50K, SO TAPPING INTO WIRES IS...
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) 5 Speed Shaft Nut & More

    My search attempts yielded little info on the 5 speed shaft nut. Can someone bring me up to date on the fix for this problem. A) Outline the procedure as i will be doing the operation myself B) Where can I procure the parts required and what is cost? I'm not even sure I need to do this...
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Brake Surge

    I am experiencing periodic brake surge primarily when unloaded. I have installed powerstop crossdrilled rotors and performed a standard brake job in the rear. I initially thought I had warped the factory rotors (which I had, but not as much as I expected) towing my wife's horses. I installed a...
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    Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) More Lift Pump Questions

    BOUGHT A 98. 5 24V CAUSE I NEEDED A MORE DEPENDABLE TOW RIG... I GUESS I MIGHT NOT HAVE GOT WHAT I NEEDED!!! SO YOU GUYS HAVE GOT ME RUNNIN' SCARED AS I HAVE SMELLED A FAINT ELECTRICAL SMELL IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AS DESCRIBED IN ONE THREAD AS A PRECURSER TO VP44 FAILURE AND THINK I MAY BE...
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